Waikoloa Travel Guide

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Waikoloa
Waikoloa
Waikoloa
Waikoloa
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 Puako Beach.

Francolin Place
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Sunset Ridge

Sunset Ridge might not have many top sights, but Waikola Village Golf Club and Puako 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 Puako 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 Puako 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$440 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$440
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,032 reviews)
Our stay was great and my family loved the resort! My only issue was that it is a little inconvenient to get to the Oceans Tower, especially during check in, since you have to park at the main registration area and take the tram (or walk a decent distance) to the check in for the Oceans Tower. With ...

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

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$564 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$564
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,044 reviews)
It's beautiful place the have a anniversary celebration. Thank you for a great time .

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

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$513 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$513
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Everything was very very good as always just love that place

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

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 Hāpuna ...
9/10 Wonderful! (705 reviews)
Clean, quiet, and easy check-in. The hours of the onsite office starts at 10am, and I did not receive a response to my request for a late check-out prior to the 11am checkout time. Otherwise, great stay.

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

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! (500 reviews)
Overall good property. Nice kitchen with adequate supplies, nice sitting area with pull out sofa. Nice updated bathrooms. The only down side really was the beds were not that comfortable. They are hard with thin bedding. Otherwise everything was nice.

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER
Shores at Waikoloa

Shores at Waikoloa

3.5 out of 5
69-1035 Keana Pl, Waikoloa, HI
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course and Waikoloa ...
7.8/10 Good! (257 reviews)
Fully equipped kitchen, beach chairs and cooler bag was provided as well.

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Shores at 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.

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Reviews of Waikoloa

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Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

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

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

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