<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by rachel:
I will be at the orchid the last week of june. I have read all post on this property but no one mentions if they rented a car or not. Is it worthwhile to rent a car for the week (this is work related and I will be in meetings from 8-12 am), or should I just pay $100 taxi ride and stay at the resort.
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First off... how long will you be there? What would you like to see/do?
Second, based on how long you are there, a rental car might be your best bet. The hotel is far from the airport, and the main part of Kona. Any cab ride from the hotel to the "built up" area of Kona will cost $40.00 - $50.00 one way.
Kings Shops is 4 miles away, and has some good shopping and eats.
Bottom line, if you want to get out and explore the island, get a rental car.
Last option is... Rent a car at the hotel, it might be a bit more than at the airport, but if you only need it for a day or two, maybe an alternative.
Most adventure comapnies offer transportation to/from the hotel.
Have a great stay, I hear nothing but GREAT things about this hotel and the big island