Hotel Reservations
TO GET THE GROUP RATE, PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE BEFORE YOU BOOK YOUR HOTEL
CoFE attendees will be offered a special rate of $ 249+18.712% taxes for a single/double room. The resort charge waived ($48/night).
For third and fourth persons 18 & over- $50 plus taxes per person, per night.
Attendees may make room reservations either online
The online reservation link – CONFERENCE OF FOOD ENGINEERING 2026
or through Hilton Waikoloa Village Reservations office by calling
Phone number – 1 808-886-1234
Group rates are available until the cut-off date October 8, 2026, subject to availability of rooms in the group room block at time of booking. Group rates available 3 days pre/post based on availability.
Travel Information
Transportation between Kona Airport and Hilton Waikoloa Village
Hilton Waikoloa Village
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive Waikoloa, Hawaii 96738 USA,
Phone number: 1 808-886-1234
The resort is approximately 20 miles north of the airport, which is a 20-minute drive.
Transportation Options & Estimated Costs
- Shared Shuttle: SpeediShuttle operates shuttle vans directly from KOA baggage claim to the resort. The rate is roughly $50 per person each way. https://www.speedishuttle.com/hawaii-island-airport-shuttles
- Private Car Service: Local providers like Seven Chips Transport and Tours or holoholo offer transportation. These require pre-booking and cost between $100 and $150 flat rate.
https://www.airportshuttleskailua-kona.com/
https://www.hawaiitours.com/to-do/kona-airport-shuttle-services/
- Taxi / Rideshare: Airport taxis and rideshares (Uber/Lyft) are available curbside. A one-way fare to the resort ranges from $40 to $80 depending on real-time demand.
- Public Transit: The Hele-On bus operates regional routes that stop at the resort, but service is restricted and schedules vary.
https://www.heleonbus.hawaiicounty.gov/getting-around/bus-schedules-and-maps
- Resort Parking: If you rent a car, discounted self-parking at $24 plus tax is available for conference attendees.
