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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 AU$608 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$608
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,077 reviews)
Freda the check in hostess was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 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 AU$487 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$487
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (1,121 reviews)
Great staff very friendly

Reviewed on 19 Jan 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 AU$1,779 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$1,779
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Absolutely loved this resort! The vibe was chill and inviting. The room we received upon checking in was not quite what we were expecting. Called down to ask for a room with a view that would match the description of the premium one bedroom suite that was described when booking. Within a half hour ...

Reviewed on 10 Jan 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.
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (308 reviews)
Condo was very nice.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Mauna Lani Point
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! (716 reviews)
Love this place! We’ve been twice. Beautiful and so easy to get around

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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 golf condo in Waikoloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Beach and Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (508 reviews)
Very comfortable, clean condominium. The kitchen is well equipped. There is beach equipment for a day at the beach along with beach towels. Condo is walkable to great shopping, affordable Gourmet Market that has anything & everything, coffee house, restaurants, beautiful pool/spa and beach access ...

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

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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