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Beachfront hotels on The Big Island

A curated list of beach hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in December 2022.

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts on The Big Island. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection Hapuna Beach, United States

    Beach: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

    **** Resort. Featuring beachfront location and a top-rated golf course, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection offers a fresh flower lei greeting upon arrival, as well access to the array of water activities, on-site bars and restaurants, and private beach services. All guest rooms offer a private lanai with views of the ocean or the golf course. All guest rooms also include nightly turn-down service, a built-in entertainment centre with a flat screen TV and an electronics charging station, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $999.

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  • 2 The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort Hapuna Beach, United States

    Beach: The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

    **** Hotel. Providing an oceanfront location directly on Hapuna Beach, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort offers easy access to a variety of recreational activities, including an 18-hole golf course, along with a family-friendly atmosphere. All rooms feature a private lanai with an ocean view, air conditioning, a seating area, internet access, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a flat screen TV with cable channels. The en suite bathroom includes free toiletries, a hairdryer, bathrobes, and slippers. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $699.

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  • 3 Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Waikoloa, United States

    Beach: Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

    **** Resort. Located on the Kohala Coast, Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa overlooks the Anaeho’omalu Bay on the Big Island. The hotel offers an on-site spa, nature walks, and lei-making. The rooms include an in-room safe, a TV with cable channels, a refrigerator and a coffee machine. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $559.

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  • 4 Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Kaupulehu, United States

    Beach: Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

    ***** Resort. Located along the Kona-Kohala coast of Hawaii Island, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai features even swimming areas, five dining options, and ocean views. An 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature Hualalai Golf Course is on site. Rooms offer a flat-screen TV. The modern rooms at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upelehu offer Hawaiian-inspired décor with views of the resort grounds or the Pacific Ocean. Free toiletries and a work desk are also included. Guests can enjoy a saltwater pool and an adult only area, as well as a full spa, and 15,000 square feet of fitness facilities. Private, white sand beaches are available at the Four Seasons Resort Haulalai with calm waters for easy swimming. Three restaurants and 2 lounges are available on site. Beach Tree offers beachside Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can enjoy the food and ambience of a steakhouse with Hualalai Grille, located above the 18 hole golf course. Hapuna Beach is 30 minutes’ drive from the resort. Akaka Falls State Park is 2 hours’ drive away. Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is 2 hours’ drive from the property. Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $1410.

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  • 5 Fairmont Orchid Waikoloa, United States

    Beach: Fairmont Orchid

    ***** Resort. Situated amongst 32 oceanfront acres on the Kohala Coast, the Fairmont Orchid is a spectacular resort offering luxurious accommodation and extensive resort facilities to the discerning traveler. The guest rooms feature air conditioning, a TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, an in-room safe, and a writing desk with a chair. The en suite bathroom includes a bathrobe, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and ironing facilities. The Fairmont Orchid’s stunning beachfront location of white sandy beach and aquamarine waters even attracts a family of sea turtles. The resort scenery includes landscaped gardens and gorgeous waterfalls and a 10,000 square foot free form pool. Resort facilities include a wide range of restaurants and bars, 10 tennis courts, 36 holes of golf, and a unique outdoor Hawaiian ‘Spa Without Walls’, which features waterfall massage huts and massage cabanas. A casual dining experience can be found at the Hale Kai Restaurant. The Binchotan sushi at Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar is also available, while the three-day rotating breakfast buffet at Orchid Court is also offered. ‘Anaeho'omalu Beach, or A-Bay, is 9 km away, while Waialea Bay is 10 km away. Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $654.

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  • 6 Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection Waikoloa, United States

    Beach: Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection

    ***** Hotel. Located along a white sandy beach on the Kohala Coast, this oceanfront hotel includes a spa, 2 restaurants and 2 golf courses. Kailua-Kona is 40 minutes’ drive away. A flat-screen TV and spacious private terrace are offered in each guest room at Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $1109.

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  • 7 Royal Kona Resort Kailua-Kona, United States

    Beach: Royal Kona Resort

    *** Resort. Situated facing the Pacific Ocean on Kailua Bay, the Royal Kona Resort boasts a private beach area, a saltwater lagoon, an outdoor swimming pool, and an on-site restaurant. A TV, a refrigerator and a coffee machine are included in all the rooms. The rooms are decorated in soft colours with rich wood accents. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $194.

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  • 8 Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel Hilo, United States

    Beach: Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

    *** Hotel. Offering free WiFi in public spaces, Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel is set in Hilo. Free private parking is available on site. The property is located in a 3-story building with rooms only accessible via stairs. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around $170.

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  • 9 Grand Naniloa Hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton Hilo, United States

    Beach: Grand Naniloa Hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton

    **** Resort. Situated on the coastline of Hilo Bay, the Grand Naniloa Hilo, a DoubleTree by Hilton is 48 km from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. All rooms have free WiFi. Guest rooms offer garden, ocean, or harbor views of Hilo Bay, Hamakua Coast, or Hilo Harbor. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.1, rooms from around $359.

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  • 10 Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club #7-302 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club #7-302

    Hotel. Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club #7-302 is set on the beachfront in Kailua-Kona, less than 1 km from Kahaluu Beach Park and 2.6 km from White Sands Beach Park. The property is around 16 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park, 18 km from Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and 19 km from Kealakekua Bay. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

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  • 11 Alii Villas 3201 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Alii Villas 3201

    Hotel. Alii Villas 3201 is situated on the beachfront in Kailua-Kona, 2.6 km from White Sands Beach Park and 16 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. Located around 18 km from Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park, the hotel with free WiFi is also 19 km away from Kealakekua Bay. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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  • 12 Ali'i Villas Resort - Unit 102 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Ali'i Villas Resort - Unit 102

    Hotel. Set in Kailua-Kona, less than 1 km from Honl’s Beach, Ali'i Villas Resort - Unit 102 offers rooms with air conditioning. The property is situated 9 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park, 25 km from Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and 26 km from Kealakekua Bay. The property is non-smoking and is located 1. Show full description Guest review score 8.0

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  • 13 SCP Hilo Hotel Hilo, United States

    SCP Hilo Hotel

    **** Hotel. A short distance from breathtaking waterfalls and within driving distance of Hawaii National Volcanoes Park, SCP Hilo Hotel offers comfortable accommodations and a swimming pool. WiFi and guest parking are available throughout the property. Guests can also enjoy locally sourced food and drink from Provisions Market. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around $288.

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  • 14 Ma'ukele Lodge Pahoa, United States

    Beach: Ma'ukele Lodge

    Bed and Breakfast. Featuring sea views, Ma'ukele Lodge in Pahoa features accommodation, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace, water sports facilities and a private beach area. The bed and breakfast features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Ma'ukele Lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. Show full description Guest review score 9.6

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  • 15 Aston Kona By The Sea Kailua-Kona, United States

    Beach: Aston Kona By The Sea

    **** Aparthotel. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this resort in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii features an oceanfront outdoor pool and spacious suites with a fully equipped kitchen. Kaloko-Honokohau Historical Park is 5.5 miles away. The furnished suites at Aston Kona by the Sea offer tropical décor and bright colors. Each has private bedrooms, a large living room and 2 bathrooms. Flat-screen cable TVs, a private balcony and washer/dryer are featured. Guests can relax outdoors in the hot tub or use the barbecue facilities. Aston Kona by the Sea provides free on-site parking and concierge services for added convenience. Kona International Airport is a 20-minute drive from this beachfront hotel. Kona Coast Shopping Center and the Kona Country and Golf Club are a 10-minute drive away. Guest review score 8.4

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  • 16 Howzit Hostels Hawaii Hilo, United States

    Howzit Hostels Hawaii

    Hostel. Located in Hilo, Howzit Hostels Hawaii offers beachfront accommodations a 2-minute walk from The Pacific Tsunami Museum and facilities like a shared lounge. The property is around a 9-minute walk from Lyman Museum & Mission House, 1.9 miles from Rainbow Falls and 2. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around $64.

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  • 17 The Bali House and Cottage at Kehena Beach Hawaii Kehena, United States

    Beach: The Bali House and Cottage at Kehena Beach Hawaii

    Holiday home. This oceanfront Pahoa property is a short walk to Kehena Beach, just 200 feet away. Each accommodation provides a private tropical garden with hot tub. Free WiFi is included. Show full description Guest review score 9.7

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  • 18 Beach Villas at Kahalu'u Kailua-Kona, United States

    Beach: Beach Villas at Kahalu'u

    Apartment. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Beach Villas at Kahalu'u offers accommodation in Kailua-Kona with free WiFi and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the apartment has a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet and a shower. Show full description Guest review score 9.1

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  • 19 The Dolphin Cottage at Kehena Beach Kehena, United States

    Beach: The Dolphin Cottage at Kehena Beach

    Holiday home. Overlooking ocean views from a balcony, this one-bedroom (Big Island, Hawaii) chalet is just 36 meters to Kehana Black Sand Beach. Free WiFi is provided at The Dolphin Cottage at Kehena Beach. Outdoor furnishings and BBQ facilities are provided on the private balcony. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $148.

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  • 20 Whale House at Kehena Beach Pahoa, United States

    Beach: Whale House at Kehena Beach

    Holiday home. Offering panoramic ocean views, Whale House at Kehena Beach is located steps from Kehena Black Sand Beach. Free WiFi is provided in each accommodation. A flat-screen cable TV, a seating area and a washer and tumble dryer are included in these holiday homes. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

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  • 21 Nice Studio w/ AC near Kehena Beach and lava fields Kehena, United States

    Beach: Nice Studio w/ AC near Kehena Beach and lava fields

    Apartment. Located 8 minutes’ drive to Kehena Beach, this one-bedroom studio apartment near Kehena Beach offers studios with free WiFi. A kitchenette and an adjoining dining area is provided. Towels and linens are also provided at Private Studios (for free). Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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  • 22 Kona Magic Honu Room Kailua-Kona, United States

    Beach: Kona Magic Honu Room

    Homestay. Located in Kailua-Kona, less than 1 km from White Sands Beach Park and 1.7 km from Pahoehoe Beach Park, Kona Magic Honu Room provides accommodation with free WiFi, a garden with an outdoor swimming pool, sea views, and access to a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation features a hot tub and a spa bath. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $176.

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  • 23 Enjoy the sunset at OCEAN FRONT 1BR Apartment - pool on site! Kailua-Kona, United States

    Beach: Enjoy the sunset at OCEAN FRONT 1BR Apartment - pool on site!

    Apartment. Situated in Kailua-Kona in the Hawaii Island region, with Honl’s Beach and Magic Sands Beach nearby, Enjoy the sunset at OCEAN FRONT 1BR Apartment - pool on site! features accommodation with free private parking. Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, private bathroom and a kitchen including a fridge, oven, microwave and a stovetop. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $245.

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  • 24 Oceanfront Cottage Near the Kalapana Lava Flows Kehena, United States

    Beach: Oceanfront Cottage Near the Kalapana Lava Flows

    Holiday home. Just across the street from the picturesque Pacific Ocean, Oceanfront Cottage at Kehena Beach is located in Pahoa, Hawaii. Free WiFi access and a kitchenette are featured at this holiday home. In addition to a balcony with a sea view, this one-bedroom cottage boasts a seating area with a sofa, a TV, a dining area, and a washing machine. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $132.

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  • 25 Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures Hilo, United States

    Beach: Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures

    ** Lodge. Swimming with sea turtles at Onekahakaha Beach is 5 minutes' walk away from this Hilo (Big Island, Hawaii) lodge. Volcano adventure tours are offered. Free Wi-Fi and a kitchenette is in all rooms. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $186.

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  • 26 Unwind on Your Fantasy Hawaiian Vacation- 1BD/1BA Condo in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii Kailua-Kona, United States

    Beach: Unwind on Your Fantasy Hawaiian Vacation- 1BD/1BA Condo in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

    Apartment. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Unwind on Your Fantasy Hawaiian Vacation- 1BD/1BA Condo in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii provides accommodation in Kailua-Kona with free WiFi and sea views. Located on the beachfront, this property features a bar, a private beach area and barbecue facilities. This air-conditioned apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a TV, a dining area, a kitchen with a fridge, and a living room. Show full description Guest review score 7.4

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  • 27 Wild Blue Water Pahoa, United States

    Beach: Wild Blue Water

    Homestay. Providing sea views, Wild Blue Water in Pahoa provides accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace. The accommodation features a hot tub. There is a fully equipped private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.7

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  • 28 Banyan Tree 404D Kailua-Kona, United States

    Banyan Tree 404D

    Holiday home. Located 10 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park in Kailua-Kona, this apartment features a terrace. The holiday home is 700 metres from Keauhou Shopping Center. The kitchen is fitted with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, as well as a coffee machine. Towels and bed linen are offered at Banyan Tree 404D. There is a private bathroom with a hot tub and bath or shower. White Sand Beach is 1.7 km from Banyan Tree 404D, while Kahaluu Beach is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kona International Airport, 16 km from Banyan Tree 404D. Guest review score 10.0

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  • 29 Kona Makai 3-203 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Kona Makai 3-203

    Holiday home. Featuring a terrace and an ATM, Kona Makai 3-203 is conveniently situated in Kailua-Kona, 1.9 km from Magic Sands Beach and 9.1 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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  • 30 Kona Makai 3-302 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Kona Makai 3-302

    Holiday home. Featuring a terrace and an ATM, Kona Makai 3-302 is conveniently set in Kailua-Kona, 1.9 km from Magic Sands Beach and 9.1 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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  • 31 Kona Seaside Yacht Villa Kailua-Kona, United States

    Kona Seaside Yacht Villa

    Holiday home. Situated in Kailua-Kona, 1.4 km from Pahoehoe Beach Park and 1.9 km from White Sands Beach Park, Kona Seaside Yacht Villa features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 10.0

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  • 32 Casa De Emdeko 204 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Casa De Emdeko 204

    Holiday home. Featuring a terrace and an ATM, Casa De Emdeko 204 is attractively located in Kailua-Kona, 2.3 km from Pahoehoe Beach Park and 2.3 km from Magic Sands Beach. Show full description Guest review score 8.8

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  • 33 Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club 3202 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club 3202

    Holiday home. Featuring a terrace and an ATM, Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club 3202 is situated conveniently in Keauhou district of Kailua-Kona, 800 metres from Kahaluu Beach Park and 2.6 km from White Sands Beach Park. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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  • 34 Kona Makai 2-102 Kailua-Kona, United States

    Kona Makai 2-102

    Holiday home. Featuring a terrace and an ATM, Kona Makai 2-102 is in a prime location in Kailua-Kona, 1.9 km from Magic Sands Beach and 9.1 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. Show full description Guest review score 8.4

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  • 35 Kona Bali Kai II Kailua-Kona, United States

    Kona Bali Kai II

    Holiday home. Located in Kailua-Kona, Kona Bali Kai II provides sea views and free WiFi, 1.1 km from Pahoehoe Beach Park and 1.6 km from White Sands Beach Park. Show full description Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $141.

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  • 36 Hawaiian Balinese Temple House Pahoa, United States

    Hawaiian Balinese Temple House

    Holiday home. Uniquely designed with Asian inspired themes, this self-catering holiday home is located in Pahoa, Hawaii. Guests of Hawaiian Asian Temple House have their own fully equipped kitchen and can enjoy use of the home’s free bicycles. An oven, stove, refrigerator, and coffee machine can all be found in the kitchen of this one-bedroom house. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 10.0, rooms from around $132.

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