Originally Posted by sadiqhassan

Has anyone stayed recently and can comment on the construction impact? Am planning a trip for August. Looks like we can use the Westin pools. Good beach (swimmable and warm) is top priority so would be open to other hotels in Hawaii, but people have overwhelmingly recommended the Mauna Kea (and/or Westin) so deciding between those two. Cash rates are very different ($500 vs $1000 ish a night) but points rates are similar (330k for 4-5 nights at Westin vs 300k and $1,000 at Mauna Kea). Trip was going to be 4 nights but am trying to stretch it to 5, if this doesn't work out will pay cash. Renovated room at Mauna Kea looks much nicer than Westin. Thanks!