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Sunset at Anaeho omalu beach...
Sunset at Anaeho omalu beach...
Waikoloa Beach Resort 

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Breezy A-Bay on Big Island

Recent Kilauea Volcano eruption has severely hit tourist traffic to the entire Big Island, despite the fact the dangerous lava flows impact less than a low single digit percent of total surface area of island. 

Diametrically across from the eruption site in SE corner of Big Island is the VERY SAFE Anaeho'omalu Beach, or A-Bay, near the popular Waikaloa. 

What I recall most distinctly is the granular 4 color sand I'd never seen before on a beach. I wish I could bring it back bags of it for landscaping :) 

A-Bay was a chance pit-stop I made, driving up Kohala Coast to Waipio Valley from Kona, the most well known city on Big Island's West Coast, with an international airport.

A-Bay is a place of unparalleled tranquility, a perfect long crescent shape, and salt and pepper sand. Long rows of palm trees make A-Bay one of the premier places to photograph a Big Island sunset. Ideal for Kite-surfing, paddle boarding or just lounging and taking a walk on the beach, which is what I did.
Waikoloa Beach Resort 

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Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Waikoloa Village

4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa HI
The price is ฿13,039 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
฿13,039
฿15,479 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,112 reviews)
Great room, amenities and staff. Well worth staying here.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

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 ฿6,675 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
฿6,675
฿9,398 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,167 reviews)
The room was not clean and appeared to need furniture replaced. Most staff were nice but some could not be bothered with inquiries.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection

Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection

5 out of 5
68-1400 Mauna Lani Dr Kamuela HI
The price is ฿29,589 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿29,589
฿37,323 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kamuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
The whole experience at Mauna Lani was top-notch. Food is terrific (especially Canoe House; fabulous meal and service!), hospitality was warm and welcoming, the room was clean and comfortable with an incredible view, the golf courses and pools and beach amenities were five-star, and the overall vibe ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection
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 golf aparthotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Beach and Mauna Lani Resort Golf ...
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 19 Jan 2026

Castle Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa
Mauna Lani Point

Mauna Lani Point

4 out of 5
68-1050 Mauna Lani Point Dr. Kamuela HI
Stay at this beach condo in Kamuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (310 reviews)
Location on the kona coast

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Mauna Lani Point
Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club

Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club

4 out of 5
69-275 Waikoloa Beach Drive Waikoloa HI
Stay at this spa hotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Beach and Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course ...
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 26 Jan 2026

Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club
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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