Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii

Wonderful stay at this beautiful resort property. The pool is fabulous and is heated to the perfect temperature so you really can enjoy it. Our garden view room could use a few updates, most importantly a dresser is needed to store your clothes. My husband ended up throwing his clothes over the bedside chair. The bathroom is also in need of storage drawers and a better shower. We ended up showering in the tub shower which had a terrific shower head. The beach area is easily accessed with lounge chairs available to use. Snorkeling in the bay is pretty good with a variety of fish to see. The grounds with numerous waterfalls are gorgeous and invite relaxation. All resort staff were friendly and welcoming. There could be another breakfast option added for those not wanting the $50 buffet or deli choices. We spent much of our time relaxing poolside on very comfy lounge chairs with easy access to towels and cold water dispenser for our insulated water bottles provided by the Fairmont. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are already planning to return next year.

The resort is beautiful. Checking in the staff was so friendly and helpful. We had a partial ocean view king room in the North building. Our room was clean and comfortable with a large bathroom that had a stand alone shower plus a tub/shower combination. We had a great view of the waterfalls and koi ponds as well as the ocean from our balcony. We enjoyed the large breakfast buffet each morning and quick lunches at the pool on our pool days. The C-BLT is a must have and sharing it is perfect because it’s a large sandwich. We had dinner at Brown’s and I highly recommend the skirt steak! It was delicious. The Luau was fun and the food was very good. We did use the concierge service and they were friendly and helpful. Walk along the waterfront and look for the green sea turtles sunbathing on the shore. The one thing that I felt could use improvement was the elevators in the North building. Only one elevator is working and it at times makes for a wait. I hope that is something that is being worked on. If you plan to leave the hotel you will need a car or plan to use taxi service. There is a small shopping area that the hotel shuttle will drop off and pick you up. Overall we had a great stay. Hawaii is expensive so budget accordingly.

I stayed at the Fairmont Orchid a couple of months ago and am still dreaming about it, so figured I had better write a review. First, the whole hotel has such a beautiful, authentic Hawaiian feel. The rooms are gorgeous and newly renovated, the food is to die for, and the staff always went out of their way to make us feel so warmly welcomed and well taken care of. We just loved being able to spend our days on the beach or at the pool and have food and drinks brought right to us. Gorgeous views everywhere you look. We had delicious dinners at every restaurant, and then cozied up next to an ocean front fire pit with s’mores at the end of the night to watch the sun go down. Counting the days until we can return!

The resort is beautiful with stunning views of the ocean from the lobby. The staff are wonderful and very helpful. We stayed for the weekend with friends and loved every moment. The food was delicious and the service was great. My friend went to the Luau and loved it. Will definitely come back.

First the property overlooking the ocean is perfect. Watch surfers during the day and sunset in the evening. Went to the Luana Lounge and was served by Manny. If you get a chance to visit check him out as he was top-notch!!! Also the breakfast buffet at Orchid Court for the price was amazing, not to be outdone Nanea and the server staff there are incredible and even remembered my birthday! All the staff from Valet to Front desk to Recreation and Housekeeping definately serves up the Aloha Spirit. Mahalo to the Fairmont Orchid for the service you provide!