I think Scott's long list of 5-star reviews speak for themselves. I would like to add some comments about the location. Hawaii Island is pretty big with lots to see and do. You are going to want to explore the Island no matter where you stay. Shuttles and ride share services will only get you to resorts near the airport. Public transportation around the island is very limited. The good news is the roads are great, incredibly scenic and fun to drive. That’s probably why you are going to rent a car at the airport. Another reason is accommodation options are no longer limited to expensive resorts. So where to stay? Why not a small rural town surrounded by beautiful pastoral scenery and near perfect year-round climate? Waimea’s elevation at 2,500 ft (760 m) mitigates the tropical heat found at lower elevations. High peaks to the north and south of the town let in just enough rain to keep things clean and green. For hot and dry sunny beaches, take a short drive down the western slope. The lush tropical rain forest are down the north and east sides. The volcano is south. For shopping and great dinning, walk into town.