What are the best points hotels in Big Island?

The top points hotels in Big Island include Hana-Maui Resort (30,000 Hyatt points, 3.93¢ CPP), Fairmont Orchid (34,358 Accor points, 2.3¢ CPP), Fairmont Orchid (34,358 Accor points, 2.3¢ CPP). The best value redemption offers 3.93¢ per point via Hyatt.

How many points do I need for a hotel in Big Island?

Hotels in Big Island start from 30,000 points per night. Cash rates average $236 - $1,329/night. Available programs include Hyatt, Accor, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton.

When is the best time to visit Big Island?

The best time to visit Big Island is Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Which loyalty programs have hotels in Big Island?

Big Island has hotels bookable with Hyatt, Accor, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton points. We found 11 properties across these programs with CPP values up to 3.93¢.

Is it worth using points in Big Island or paying cash?

With CPP values up to 3.93¢ via Hyatt, using points in Big Island can deliver significantly more value than cash-back redemptions (typically 1¢ per point). Any redemption above 1.5¢ CPP is considered a good use of points.

How do I transfer credit card points for Big Island hotels?

You can transfer points from Chase Ultimate Rewards, Amex Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, Capital One Miles, or Bilt Rewards to hotel programs like Hyatt, Accor, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton. Use our calculator to find the best transfer path and check for active transfer bonuses.

Are there transfer bonuses for Big Island hotel programs?

Transfer bonuses of 20-40% are offered periodically by credit card issuers. These can dramatically improve your CPP value. Check our calculator page for currently active transfer bonuses to Hyatt, Accor, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton.

Big Island

Pacific · Hawaii, USA

Best Months

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Rec. Nights

6 nights

Airports

KOA (Kona), ITO (Hilo)

Avg. Cash

$236 - $1,329/night

Best Value

3.9¢via Hyatt

Overview

Big Island is the youngest and largest of the Hawaiian Islands -- a land of extraordinary contrasts where active volcanoes, snow-capped mountains, black sand beaches, and lush rainforests exist side by side. It's the only place on Earth where you can drive from tropical beach to volcanic tundra in under two hours.

For points travelers, Big Island offers excellent value through Hilton (Waikoloa Village), Marriott (Waikoloa Beach), and Accor (Fairmont Orchid). The Kohala Coast resorts deliver the best points redemptions, especially during peak winter months when cash rates climb.

Unlike Maui or Oahu, the Big Island feels spacious and uncrowded. From the active lava flows of Kilauea to the stargazing atop Mauna Kea and the manta ray night dives off Kona, it offers experiences you cannot find anywhere else in Hawaii.

Cash vs Points

Hotels in Big Island range from $236 to $1329 per night. Points redemptions offer 3.93+ cents per point value.

Points Hotel Recommendations

11 properties in Big Island bookable with points, sorted by value

Hotel	Program
Hana-Maui Resort	Hyatt	30,000	$1,178	3.9¢
Fairmont Orchid	Accor	34,358	$790	2.3¢
Fairmont Orchid	Accor	34,358	$790	2.3¢
Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort	Hyatt	48,981	$919	1.9¢
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection	Marriott	110,950	$1,329	1.2¢
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort	Marriott	72,712	$757	1.0¢
Marriott Waikoloa Beach	Marriott	53,251	$514	1.0¢
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham	Wyndham	30,000	$236	0.8¢
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton	Hilton	59,375	$297	0.5¢
Hilton Waikoloa Village	Hilton	92,633	$414	0.5¢
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village	Hilton	128,716	$297	0.2¢

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Transfer Points Strategy

Find the best transfer path for your credit card points

Best Value

If you have Points:

Hana-Maui Resort

HyattHyatt (1:1)Hana-Maui Resort

Cost30,000 pts/night × 6n = 180,000 Hyatt

Value$7,068 ÷ 180,000 pts= 3.9¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Hyatt Book on Hyatt.com

If you have ALL Points:

Fairmont Orchid

AccorAccor (1:1)Fairmont Orchid

Cost34,358 pts/night × 6n = 206,148 Accor

Value$4,740 ÷ 206,148 pts= 2.3¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Accor Book on Accor.com

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

MarriottMarriott (1:1)Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

Cost110,950 pts/night × 6n = 665,700 Marriott

Value$7,974 ÷ 665,700 pts= 1.2¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Marriott Book on Marriott.com

If you have Points:

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

WyndhamWyndham (1:1)Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Cost30,000 pts/night × 6n = 180,000 Wyndham

Value$1,416 ÷ 180,000 pts= 0.8¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Wyndham Book on Wyndham.com

If you have Hilton Honors Points:

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton

HiltonHilton (1:1)Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton

Cost59,375 pts/night × 6n = 356,250 Hilton

Value$1,782 ÷ 356,250 pts= 0.5¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Hilton Book on Hilton.com

How to Earn Points for This Trip

The best hotels in Big Island use World of Hyatt, Accor Live Limitless (ALL), Marriott Bonvoy, Wyndham Rewards, and Hilton Honors points. Here’s how to earn them:

Best Option

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card

Hilton

$150

Annual Fee

130,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly

Automatic Hilton Honors Gold status
Earn 12x at Hilton properties, 6x at restaurants and supermarkets
Free weekend night reward after $15K in calendar year spending

Hilton Honors

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Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

Hilton

$550

Annual Fee

175,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly

Automatic Hilton Honors Diamond status (top tier)
Earn 14x at Hilton properties, 7x on travel and dining
Free weekend night reward annually + one after $60K spend

Hilton Honors

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World of Hyatt Credit Card

Hyatt

$95

Annual Fee

60,000 Hyatt points + free night (Cat 1-4) — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly

Earn 4x at Hyatt hotels and 2x on dining, travel, and gym memberships
Free night certificate annually (Cat 1-4) worth up to $300+
Automatic Discoverist elite status

World of Hyatt

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Bilt Mastercard®

Bilt

Annual Fee

earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly — only card that earns points on rent — transfers 1:1 to all major hotels

Earn 1x points on rent with no transaction fees (up to 100,000 pts/yr)
Earn 3x on dining and 2x on travel
Transfer 1:1 to Hyatt, Marriott, IHG, and Hilton

World of Hyatt

Marriott Bonvoy

Hilton Honors

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The Platinum Card from American Express

Amex MR

$895

Annual Fee

Up to 175,000 Membership Rewards points after $12,000 spend in 6 months — transfers earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly, earns Hilton Honors points directly

Up to 175K MR signup bonus - one of the highest available
Earn 5x on flights booked directly with airlines
Transfer 1:1 to Marriott Bonvoy or 1:2 to Hilton Honors

Marriott Bonvoy

Hilton Honors

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Chase Sapphire Preferred®

Chase UR

$95

Annual Fee

75,000 Ultimate Rewards points — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly

Earn 5x on travel through Chase Travel℠
Earn 3x on dining, select streaming, and online groceries
1:1 transfer to Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG

World of Hyatt

Marriott Bonvoy

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Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Getting There

KOA (Kona), ITO (Hilo)

Visa & Entry

Check your country's requirements

Budget

From $236/night

Packing Essentials

Pack for the climate

Cultural Tips

Respect local customs

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Big Island

Overview

Cash vs Points

Points Hotel Recommendations

Hana-Maui Resort

Fairmont Orchid

Fairmont Orchid

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

Marriott Waikoloa Beach

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

Transfer Points Strategy

If you have Points:

If you have ALL Points:

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

If you have Points:

If you have Hilton Honors Points:

How to Earn Points for This Trip

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card

Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Bilt Mastercard®

The Platinum Card from American Express

Chase Sapphire Preferred®

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Getting There

Visa & Entry

Budget

Packing Essentials

Cultural Tips

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How to Earn Points for This Trip

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card

Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Bilt Mastercard®

The Platinum Card from American Express

Chase Sapphire Preferred®