Waikoloa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Waikoloa
Treat yourself to a leisurely tropical beach experience in this luxurious resort village, offering exciting adventure tours, beautiful beaches and first-class golf.

Waikoloa is a lavish resort village overlooking a blue-green lagoon and the rolling surf breaks on Waiulua Bay. Pamper yourself at one of the village’s resorts, admire the scenic waterfront, go snorkeling in the bay, play a round of golf or relax by the resort pools.

Visit some of the region’s breathtaking destinations with a helicopter or boat tour. Go whale-watching on the Kohala Coast or try deep-sea fishing. Scuba dive in the crystal-clear Hawai’ian waters to see beautiful coral reefs and tropical marine life. Experience the natural wonder of Kileaua on a volcano tour and see lush rainforest and shimmering waterfalls.

Some resorts offer day passes to visitors so you can enjoy an exciting daytrip on the resort grounds even if you aren’t staying in Waikoloa Village. Bask in the warm sunshine by the pool or explore the family-friendly adventure pools, complete with waterslides and snorkeling lagoons. Treat yourself to a luxury spa visit or hit the resort’s gym.

Visit Anaeho’omalu Bay to explore this beautiful crescent-shaped beach. Spot multicolored coral on a snorkeling trip or a glass-bottom boat ride. The waterfront lava rocks are dotted with ancient Hawai’ian fishponds and majestic turtles can often be seen sunning themselves on the sand. Find equipment rentals and tour agencies on the beach.

Enjoy a couple of leisurely rounds of golf at the resort golf courses and see magnificent views of five volcanoes and the Kahala coast. Tennis courts are also available at many resorts.

Hit the Queens’ Marketplace Shopping Center to discover a range of retailers, including clothing boutiques, cafés, restaurants and stores selling Hawai’iana souvenirs and keepsakes.

Waikoloa Village is located in the Big Island’s Kona region, just off the Kohala coast. The village is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometers) north of Kona International Airport. Explore this area with a rental car or join a charter tour. Visit between September and October to experience this luxurious resort village during off-peak season.

Where to stay in Waikoloa

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Francolin Place

While there might not be top attractions in Francolin Place, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Waikola Village Golf Club and Waialea Beach.

Francolin Place
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Sunset Ridge

Sunset Ridge might not have many top sights, but Waikola Village Golf Club and Mauna Kea Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sunset Ridge
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Bluffs

Though Bluffs may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waikola Village Golf Club and Mauna Kea Beach.

Bluffs
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Kilohana Kai

Though Kilohana Kai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waikola Village Golf Club and Mauna Kea Beach.

Kilohana Kai
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa, HI
The price is NZ$468 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$468
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very large location with many amenities. Room was better than expected. We were lucky to stay in renovated room and also during the weekend while construction was not going on."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Hilton Waikoloa Village
4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI
The price is NZ$580 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$580
per night
22 May - 23 May
Book a stay at this beach resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great beautiful property however, room had roaches."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hilton Waikoloa Village
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
4 out of 5
69-699 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI
The price is NZ$527 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$527
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
Amazing place !!
"It was an amazing stay and the people working were always so friendly and kind"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
CASTLE Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa
CASTLE Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa
4 out of 5
69-1029 Nawahine Pl, Waikoloa, HI
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Hapuna ...
9/10 Wonderful! (625 reviews)
"Love love loved staying here. Perfect for a family of 5. We made many great memories. The one feedback we would give is wish the hot tub was open past 8 pm. Mahalo!"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2024

CASTLE Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa
Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER
Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER
3 out of 5
69-200 Pohakulana, Waikoloa, HI
Stay at this 3-star golf condo in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Genesis ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (453 reviews)
"I stayed 10 nights at this property. Condo is well kept, it had all necessary appliances and features a condo should have and even beach chair, snorkels and surf boards probably left by previous guests. It was a pleasure going to the pool and jacuzzi. There are a good number of Bbqs in good condition ..."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER
Luxury condo in prestigious Hali'i Kai oceanfront community. Ocean bar and grill
Luxury condo in prestigious Hali'i Kai oceanfront community. Ocean bar and grill
Waikoloa Village
Stay at this condo in Waikoloa. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Hapuna Beach State ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
Holiday
"This property is very good. Comfortably appointed and easy distant to shops and beaches although a car is very worthwhile"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Luxury condo in prestigious Hali'i Kai oceanfront community. Ocean bar and grill
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Waikoloa

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
15 Jun 2019

Only issues was lack of eating options for a young family. The area is probably more suited to couples or families with older children.

5/5 - Excellent

Jo
1 Jun 2019

Loved it, won’t stay anywhere else on the Big Island

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