Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is entering a new era of wellness with the debut of Spa at Mauna Kea, a 22,000-square-foot retreat set to open as part of the resort’s extensive $180+ million renovation. As one of Hawai‘i Island’s most legendary beachfront resorts, the property is expanding its legacy with a wellness experience designed to feel deeply connected to the island’s landscape, culture, and healing traditions.
Rooted in the Hawaiian philosophy of Ho‘ōla i Loko — the belief that healing begins from within — the new spa has been thoughtfully created as more than a place for treatments. Instead, it offers guests a journey centered on restoration, balance, and a meaningful connection to Hawai‘i.
Each wellness experience begins with a traditional Hawaiian oli (chant), setting an intentional tone before guests move into therapies inspired by centuries-old healing practices. Rituals incorporate natural elements such as paʻakai (sea salt), lāʻau lapaʻau (plant-based healing remedies), and tī leaf infusions, all designed to cleanse, rebalance, and ground guests in the spirit of the island.
The spa’s signature treatments highlight Hawaiian-inspired lomilomi therapies that incorporate locally sourced ingredients and materials from across the islands. Guests can expect treatments featuring hand-collected lava stones from Hawai‘i Island’s coastline, native botanicals, healing florals, and mineral-rich salts. For travelers seeking a more modern wellness approach, the spa will also offer advanced skincare therapies, LED light treatments, and targeted recovery experiences focused on muscle restoration and overall well-being.
Designed to blur the lines between indoors and outdoors, Spa at Mauna Kea embraces the natural beauty that surrounds it. The new facility features 11 open-air treatment rooms, including private couples’ suites, each complete with its own lanai, outdoor shower, and soaking tub overlooking lush tropical gardens.
Beyond the treatment spaces, guests will find a range of wellness amenities designed to encourage relaxation long after a massage or facial ends. Separate men’s and women’s purification gardens include steam rooms, saunas, plunge pools, and soaking tubs, while a shared wellness deck features a vitality pool and hot tub designed for quiet reflection. The spa will also include a movement pavilion for fitness and mindfulness classes, along with a full-service salon.
Leading the vision is Spa Director Psalm Quinn, whose more than two decades of experience in luxury wellness across Hawai‘i helped shape the new concept. Her focus has been on creating an experience that respects Hawaiian traditions while delivering the elevated service expected at one of the island’s most iconic resorts.
For travelers seeking a wellness escape that feels authentically rooted in place, Spa at Mauna Kea adds an exciting new reason to visit Hawai‘i’s Kohala Coast. With its blend of cultural traditions, oceanfront serenity, and modern luxury, the newest addition to Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is poised to become one of the island’s most sought-after wellness destinations.
