Papaikou Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden showing a waterfall and a park
Papaikou
Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden featuring a park
Papaikou
Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden featuring signage and a park
Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation

Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation

3 out of 5
27-2365 Mamalahoa Highway, Papaikou, HI
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Papaikou. Enjoy private pools, private hot tubs, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Onomea Tea Company Estate and Hawaii ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
Wonderful Stay
"I had a lovely & spacious room, & the owners were very helpful and kind."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

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Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

4 out of 5
93 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI
The price is AU$293 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$293
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a golf course. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,257 reviews)
"Great place in a lovely location."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3.5 out of 5
71 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$355 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$355
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,322 reviews)
good value
"Good experience, friendly staff. No complaints"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Plumeria Hilo Hotel

Plumeria Hilo Hotel

3 out of 5
1303 Kalanianaole St, Hilo, HI
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Hilo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Keaukaha Beach Park and Onekahakaha Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Great host very communicative property is older but fe"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Plumeria Hilo Hotel
Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location.

Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location.

Keaau
Stay at this cottage in Keaau. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (177 reviews)
"We had a beautiful time at this quaint property. Jennifer was awesome as a host. Very attentive."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Private guest house on gorgeous tropical 3 acre estate perfect central location.
Honomu Place - Resort Oasis

Honomu Place - Resort Oasis

Honomu
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Honomu. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Hakalau Beach Park and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
"Beautiful property with all the amenities you would need. It made fir a fabulous family staycation."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Honomu Place - Resort Oasis
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Popular places to visit

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden showing a waterfall and a park

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

Discover over 2,000 species of tropical plants at this conservation area set in a fertile valley, where dense rainforest offers a home to diverse animal life.

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Papaikou. Wander the beaches and gardens in this family-friendly area.

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

Onomea Tea Company Estate

Enjoy an outing to Onomea Tea Company Estate during your stay in Papaikou. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Onomea Tea Company Estate

Activities

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

AU$53
per traveller
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Big Island

Big Island (South): a Self-Drive Sightseeing and Adventure Audio Tour

AU$15
per traveller
Big Island (South): a Self-Drive Sightseeing and Adventure Audio Tour
Beach Snorkel - Sea Turtle and Black Sand Lagoon

Beach Snorkel - Sea Turtle and Black Sand Lagoon

AU$205
per adult
Beach Snorkel - Sea Turtle and Black Sand Lagoon
Beautiful remote Waterfalls only accessible by boat!

Cliff's of Hawai'i Onomea Waterfall Cruise

AU$324
per adult
Cliff's of Hawai'i Onomea Waterfall Cruise
Sea turtles, lava tube's, waterfalls & volcanoes

Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

AU$282
per adult
Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour
Deluxe ATV Waterfall and Swim Experience

Deluxe ATV Waterfall and Swim Experience

AU$339
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Deluxe ATV Waterfall and Swim Experience
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Reviews of Papaikou

4.5
Top destination
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

DM

Save yourself some resort fees and having to pay car parking If you are travelling light then try this peaceful location. If you like they also have B&B option, we stayed 2 nights and visited the National Volano park and Rainbow falls and Akaka falls

Cities near Papaikou

Hilo

Hilo

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