TRAVEL AND HOTEL
All workshops and other activities will be at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort on the Kohala coast on Hawai'i Island (the "Big Island")
SORRY, ROOMS AT THE WESTIN HAPUNA ARE ALL SOLD OUT DURING THE CONFERENCE!!
Rooms typically run over $799/night, but between October 18-28, 2022, the Westin Hapuna is offering a limited number of rooms at a special group rate of just $360/night (plus taxes and fees) for Hawai'i Songwriting Festival attendees.
We strongly encourage attendees to stay at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort in order to maximize networking opportunities, become immersed in the creative atmosphere of the festival, and take advantage of everything that our event has to offer.
For reference, most attendees will arrive on or before Wednesday, October 19 and depart on or after Sunday, October 23. If you want to stay longer, book early! The hotel is extending the special group rate for three days before and after our October 18-23 block, subject to availability.
See hotel dining options here.
All workshops and other activities will be at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort on the Kohala coast on Hawai'i Island (the "Big Island")
SORRY, ROOMS AT THE WESTIN HAPUNA ARE ALL SOLD OUT DURING THE CONFERENCE!!
Rooms typically run over $799/night, but between October 18-28, 2022, the Westin Hapuna is offering a limited number of rooms at a special group rate of just $360/night (plus taxes and fees) for Hawai'i Songwriting Festival attendees.
We strongly encourage attendees to stay at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort in order to maximize networking opportunities, become immersed in the creative atmosphere of the festival, and take advantage of everything that our event has to offer.
For reference, most attendees will arrive on or before Wednesday, October 19 and depart on or after Sunday, October 23. If you want to stay longer, book early! The hotel is extending the special group rate for three days before and after our October 18-23 block, subject to availability.
See hotel dining options here.
Additional lodging options
We recognize that staying at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort may not work for everybody's budget. There are many other options nearby as well, including hotels, condos, and airbnb/VRBO options in Puako (3 minutes away), Mauna Lani resort area (5 minutes away), Waikoloa resort area (7 minutes away), Waikoloa village (10 minutes away), and Waimea town (15 minutes away). Uber/Lyft is NOT reliable on the Big Island, so we suggest you rent a car if you are not staying at the Westin.
We also encourage you to find other attendees to share a place with - you get the benefit of reducing lodging costs and more time to network and bond with your fellow songwriters!
We recognize that staying at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort may not work for everybody's budget. There are many other options nearby as well, including hotels, condos, and airbnb/VRBO options in Puako (3 minutes away), Mauna Lani resort area (5 minutes away), Waikoloa resort area (7 minutes away), Waikoloa village (10 minutes away), and Waimea town (15 minutes away). Uber/Lyft is NOT reliable on the Big Island, so we suggest you rent a car if you are not staying at the Westin.
We also encourage you to find other attendees to share a place with - you get the benefit of reducing lodging costs and more time to network and bond with your fellow songwriters!
Air travel and ground transportation
The Keahole Kona International Airport (KOA) is the closest airport, about 30 minutes away from the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.
Click here for location information, transportation recommendations, and driving directions. Please be advised that there are very few Uber and Lyft drivers on the Big Island. Unless you book in advance, wait times can be quite long and often there are no available drivers. We recommend renting a car or reserving a shuttle or taxi instead.
Explore the Big Island
The Big Island of Hawai'i has infinite adventures in store for visitors who want to explore! This beautiful and unique island is overflowing (literally! check out the active Kilauea volcano) with experiences just waiting to be enjoyed by all types of visitors. If you want to relax, head out for a round of golf, lounge on one of many gorgeous sandy beaches, and enjoy delicious island cuisine. Looking for adventure? You can zipline through the tree canopies of Kohala, hike to stunning waterfalls on the Hamakua coast, explore miles of beaches that can only be accessed by foot, dive in to Hawai'i's clearest waters for scuba and snorkeling fun, and go night-swimming with manta rays in Kona! Everywhere you go, you will find yourself immersed in Hawaii's traditional and contemporary culture. If you want to learn more, check out the ancient Heiau, the Honaunau city of refuge, walk along the King's Trail to find ancient petroglyphs.
Our friends at Hawai'i Forest and Trail provide authentic, immersive, and educational tours for all types of adventurers.
Visit their website (www.hawaii-forest.com) or call 808-331-8505 for more.
The Big Island of Hawai'i has infinite adventures in store for visitors who want to explore! This beautiful and unique island is overflowing (literally! check out the active Kilauea volcano) with experiences just waiting to be enjoyed by all types of visitors. If you want to relax, head out for a round of golf, lounge on one of many gorgeous sandy beaches, and enjoy delicious island cuisine. Looking for adventure? You can zipline through the tree canopies of Kohala, hike to stunning waterfalls on the Hamakua coast, explore miles of beaches that can only be accessed by foot, dive in to Hawai'i's clearest waters for scuba and snorkeling fun, and go night-swimming with manta rays in Kona! Everywhere you go, you will find yourself immersed in Hawaii's traditional and contemporary culture. If you want to learn more, check out the ancient Heiau, the Honaunau city of refuge, walk along the King's Trail to find ancient petroglyphs.
Our friends at Hawai'i Forest and Trail provide authentic, immersive, and educational tours for all types of adventurers.
Visit their website (www.hawaii-forest.com) or call 808-331-8505 for more.
