Sharing 1,839 acres of oceanfront paradise with the legendary Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel is nestled into the bluffs above the white sands of Hapuna Beach -- rated one of the best beaches in America by Conde Nast Traveler.

A predominant feature of the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel site is the presence of a series of underground springs. In ancient times, during seasons of heavy rainfall these springs would bubble to the surface creating natural artesian fountains.  The resultant streams would provide a source of respite and renewal for travelers along the otherwise dry and barren Kohala Coast. Thus the area was named "Hapuna" or "Spring of Life" in the Hawaiian language.

Situated on 32 oceanfront acres, Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel features 350 spacious guest rooms, including 36 luxurious suites, all with an ocean view from a private lanai.

Hapuna Beach Resort offers younger guests a "cool" place to enjoy days of fun under the sun. While you relax by the pools or beaches, or play a challenging game of golf at the renowned Mauna Kea or Hapuna golf courses, your children can take part in a wide variety of programs including:

• Hawaiian arts and crafts
• Pole fishing
• T-shirt painting
• Pool swims
• Beach treasure/scavenger hunts

It's all part of the Hapuna Beach Resort's year-round kids program for children from 5 to 12 years of age.

The well-equipped Hapuna Fitness Center at the Hapuna Clubhouse offers the latest in therapeutic massage and a variety of spa treatments, including a unique poi body wrap. In ancient times, poi was not only the staff of life, it was used to treat and beautify the skin.