OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa

When it comes to unforgettable Big Island stays, this magnificently renovated oceanfront escape has everything. Resting on the Kona Coast above the lava-rock cliffs of Keauhou Bay, this 22-acre resort is one of the only places in the world where gentle, giant manta rays swim right up to the shoreline.

Make a splash at the oceanfront pool and waterslide, offering endless family-friendly fun for both kids and adults, all with breathtaking views of the Pacific. Take a dip in the shimmering lagoon pool, toast to good times at the brand-new Piko coffee and wine bar and relax at the poolside Holua Poolside Bar & Lounge before returning to your serene room, each complete with a private lanai (balcony).