Puako
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Visit Puako

Hilton Waikoloa Village
Good location and pool
Reviewed on 8 Apr, 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
I chose this hotel for its amenities and was very disappointed. The train ran very slow or not at all. The boat ride was closed the entire time we were there. Are room was very far from exit and we had to make the long walk several times due to the train operating very slowly or not at all. When ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Loved our stay at the King's land! the pool area is awesome for kids all ages! we stayed in a 2bd room, which was perfect for our family of 5. very species, full kitchen, nice balcony. everything we needed!! The only reason for 4 stats is the food at the restaurant was meh.. very basic with not that ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr, 2026

Castle Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa
The kitchen in our unit came equipped with everything we needed for cooking; it also had its own barbecue grill which was great for dinners in. The property is well laid out, parking is convenient to the unit and the whole resort feels very high end for an affordable family stay.
Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2026

Mauna Lani Point
Beautiful 1 bedroom condo on the Kona coast. In between a short term rental and hotel in terms of amenities (no daily cleaning, kitchen supplies provided, fresh towels provided, has concierge). Beach club is nice (somewhat crowded for spring break time). Far from Volcano National Park and Hilo.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026

Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER
Good clean spacious living. Shower was broken, but management addressed that. Relatively affordable for Waikoloa.
Reviewed on 26 Mar, 2026
Popular places to visit

Mauna Kea Beach
Relax on the pristine sands of this luxury beach resort, one the most expensive hotel ever built on the island.

Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
The idyllic white sands and clear blue waters of this coastal stretch offer endless entertainment for visitors of all ages.

Kohala
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kohala during your travels in Kamuela. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.

Puako Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Puako Beach during your trip to Kamuela? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Waialea Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Waialea Beach during your travels in Puako? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Parker Ranch Center
Step back in time at this historic cattle ranch and magnificent homestead in Waimea, where Hawai’i’s first cowboys worked the land and a family left a legacy.
Things to do

Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars

Glass-Bottom Boat Tour in Waikoloa

Hale Hoaloha Luau at the Mauna Lani

Mauna Kea Summit & Stars Adventure

Hawaii Loa Luau on the Big Island

