If I did not know better about the room rates of Hapuna Beach Prince hotel and Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, I might think 2 rooms for the price of 1 should attract many visitors. However, let's have a closer look at this Hawaii vacation deal from the Prince hotels: "Book the 1st room at published rates listed below and the 2nd room is FREE! Choose from select locations on Oahu, Maui and Big Island. Valid through 9/30/09."
Here are the published room rates:
Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki - rates start at $330
Maui Prince Hotel - rates start at $425
Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel - rates start at $415
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel - rates start at $700
I don't know about the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and the Maui Prince, but I can definitely speak for Hapuna Beach Hotel and Mauna Kea Beach hotel that the rates listed are nearly double the room rates from the past. We reported that the Mauna Kea room rates had skyrocketed after it reopened in December 2008. Anybody would expect that with the economy slowdown and Hawaii Tourism trying to attract visitors to Hawaii, Hapuna Beach Hotel would offer special room rates instead of raising those considerably and then offer 2 rooms for 1. So where is the promised Hawaii vacation deal?
Anybody familiar with Hawaii travel knows that Spring and Summer Hawaii visitors have been the average or even budget traveler. As the middle class is the same affected by the economy slowdown as everybody else, I have my serious doubts that this Hawaii Prince Vacaction promotion will sell additional rooms. And remember before committing to booking your Hawaii hotel, make sure that the quoted rate is really what you have to pay at check-out and no surprise resort fees will be added.
What's your alternative to higher Hawaii hotel room rates and resort fees for a Hawaii vacation deal in April? Best way to go these days are fully equipped Hawaii vacation rentals, homes and condos. Maui condo in Kihei are well-known among Maui visitors for their beach locations top amenities and affordability. Same applies to Kauai condos in Kapaau. We loved our walk to the beach, daily tennis and pool. Most of the Big Island condos are very fancy resort condos on the Kohala Coast, which are renting for the same high room rates as the 4- and 5- star hotel.
However, there are great fully equipped Hawaii vacation rentals and homes available, short 10-min. drives to the white sand beaches of Hapuna Beach and Mauna Kea beach, with affordable low rates for April and May. Kohala Coast home owners are happy to offer you special rates for April and May 2009. You can cook at your own kitchen, have a Maitai on your lanai, enjoy all the goodies of a local farmers market, go online through free Wifi connection, make use of boogie boards and snorkel for free and so much more. Hawaii vacation rental owners share their aloha with you! A hui hou. Pua Hawaii Vacations
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I agree, it seems that while rates for hotels in Kailua-Kona and elsewhere on the Big Island go up, private vacation rentals continue to provide great value to travelers. Our Kona condo is renting for rates that seem ridiculously low this year, but that's how the market is. Lots of competition among private owners means low rates for guests.
Aloha Scott,
We at Best Hawaii Vacation blog are careful with publishing comments which are just about advertising.
However, we decided to published your comment because we feel that Kona condo rates between $107 and $117/nt. are great affordable options for Hawaii visitors looking for vacation deals in April. Mahalo, Pua
thank you..great post..love to read more
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I don't know if you guys know about this, but there was a new website launched this week geared toward snowboarders, skiers and surfers I mentioned here. It's called Solikai and gets owners and renters together. The rentals are right in the action. Maybe some of your visitors are looking for a good surf spot and rental in Hawaii. Haven't done enough digging into pricing though. Nice content. Makes me wish I had the money to get to Hawaii and learn to surf!!
A wonderful time to spend in Hawaii...Great Hawaii vacation deals.!!!
Having a condo allows you to have a relaxing breakfast, make lunch and go to the beach without the high cost of hotels. Saves lots of money....with beautiful views....and quiet personal space...if you want a pool we have one that is free with the condo as well as discounted golf $60 for 18 holes and free tennis too.....
Wow, that Waikoloa golf deal sounds very enticing for a Hawaii golf vacation in April. Even vacation golf package deals at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel for April and May cannot be afforded by the average Hawaii visitor. $60 for 18 holes - what a deal for a couple or single person who come to Hawaii for a golf vacation. Mahalo for sharing.
Aloha Pua
You are correct that there are many Hawaii vacation deals in April starting around the middle of April until about the end of June. I know here in Maui we are offering 20% off our beautiful Kihei two bedroom condo from the dates of April 24 to June 30th. This is great value for those who want to enjoy the fabulous amenties that a private vacation home offers and at the same time have a more affordable Hawaii vacation.
20% off of the already low Maui condo rate for a 2-bedroom with all the amenities Hawaii visitors want these days - what a vacation deal for April! So many condo owners give big discounts for April, May and June. This is such good news for Hawaii travel deals. Pack your bathing suits and sunscreen, Hawaii vacation rental owners are ready for you!
If you're looking for a true Hawaii Vacation, and are interested in April deals in Hawaii, a Hawaii Vacation Rental might be the way to go. Most hotels charge high rates and then add on extra charges without the Amenities a Vacation Rental (Fewo) has to offer--all year round--Vacation rentals offer the freedom to go where you want, while offering lower rates than most Hotel Accommodations--Especially if you are deciding to vacation on the Kohala Coast, with it's variety of beautiful white sand beaches.. But don't let wanting to be "by the ocean" keep you from venturing "inland" with your accommodations search--a cooler climate leads to Great Air Quality...And most are just a few minutes from the beaches anyways. Snowbird specials are always something to keep an eye out for--and most vacation rentals will offer you a lower rate the longer you stay--how economic and comfortable is that? Seeing whereas in the springtime, a lot of rentals are looking for guests, they are usually willing to go quite a bit below their normal price, so April and May Deals are very attainable.
Aloha Sunny Side Waimea,
Mahalo for sharing your ideas.
Yes, you are so right, who comes to the Kohala Coast to relax on our best white sand beaches: Mauna Kea and Hapuna Beach can enjoy those without having to spend a fortune on a room at Hapuna Beach or Mauna Kea Hotel, even with the 2for 1 room rate. Within a short 10min. drive Kohala Coast visitors will find fully equipped vacation cottages and suites for under $100/nt. These rentals are not only a short drive to the beaches but to Big Island adventures as well, like: Mauna Kea Summit Stargazing, visit to Waipio Valley + Pololu Valley Lookout or Akaka Waterfalls.
nice post. will be back to read more.
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