Waikoloa, HI

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Waikoloa featuring tropical scenes, a sunset and general coastal views
Waikoloa featuring tropical scenes, a sunset and general coastal views
Waikoloa showing general coastal views and a sunset as well as a small group of people
Waikoloa which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sunset
Waikoloa which includes general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes

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

When in Francolin Place, you can plan a visit to Waikola Village Golf Club and Puako Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Francolin Place
Driftwood on the Shore of Anaeho'omalu Bay, Waikoloa, Hawaii, USA

Sunset Ridge

While there might not be top attractions in Sunset Ridge, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Waikola Village Golf Club and Mauna Kea Beach.

Sunset Ridge
The Beautiful Water and White Sand of Manini'owali Beach and Kua Bay, Kekaha Kai, State Park, Hawaii Island, Hawaii, USA

Kilohana Kai

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kilohana Kai and surrounding area, you can visit Waikola Village Golf Club and Mauna Kea Beach.

Kilohana Kai
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Bluffs

Though Bluffs might 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
Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Waikoloa Village

4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa HI
The price is NT$11,393 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
NT$11,393
NT$13,524 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,107 reviews)
Bring your walking shoes, it was at least a mile walk from our room in palace tower to the parking lot there was a shuttle to go back and forth but no way to know when it would show up. 25 min walk to either pool or restaurant. Breakfast buffet was outrageous price (55$ an adult). Very little signs ...

Reviewed on 2026/2/24

Hilton Waikoloa Village
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 NT$6,762 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
NT$6,762
NT$9,521 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,164 reviews)
Premium room , ocean & golf course view. Very clean great maid service The price was excellent too!

Reviewed on 2026/2/26

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower 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 NT$8,926 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
NT$8,926
NT$10,596 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,082 reviews)
The resort itself is great. I love the location, the room was quiet and good size etc. Pools were fun! It was just all the little things. For the Hilton brand I would have expected things to be clean, maintained and top notch, but it wasn’t. When we got to our room late at night someone had been ...

Reviewed on 2026/2/25

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
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Beach and Mauna Lani Resort ...
9/10 Wonderful! (720 reviews)
We enjoyed staying in unit 4G. The condo had 3 bedrooms. One had a king-sized bed. The second room had a queen bed, and the third bedroom on the 1st floor had two twin beds. Each had its own bathroom. There was also a laundry room in the condo. The kitchen was well equipped with a drip coffee maker, ...

Reviewed on 2026/1/19

Castle Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa
Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club

Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club

4 out of 5
69-275 Waikoloa Beach Drive Waikoloa HI
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Beach and Mauna Lani Resort Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
The person who checked us in at reception was very kind and helpful. We were given a resort view room

Reviewed on 2026/1/26

Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club
Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER

Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER

3 out of 5
69-200 Pohakulana Waikoloa HI
Book a stay at this golf condo in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Beach and Mauna Lani Resort Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (510 reviews)
The condo was fairly clean. Furnishings are dated, but functional. Blanket on bed was so old and pilled I thought I was at great grandmas house! One coffee table obviously had something spilled on it, and coasters were actually stuck to table. The showerhead sprayed right in my face and couldn’t ...

Reviewed on 2026/2/25

Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER
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

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
290
5 - Excellent 57%
4 - Good
168
4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
42
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Long drive to town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We had an amazing vacation! Love this Hilton property.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Pricey for what you get.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Fun but Pricey

5/5 - Excellent

Francisco

Waikoloa is beautiful and we will be back in 3 years

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love the resort . Prices are just really really high for food and amenities.

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