What's Hawaii Island like?
There's a lot visitors like about Hawaii Island, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. Nature lovers can explore top areas such as Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Mauna Kea. While here, you may want to make time for other popular sights such as Kilauea and Magic Sands Beach.
Where are the best places to stay in Hawaii Island?
Here are our travelers' top 5 places to stay in Hawaii Island:
Hale 'Ohu Bed & Breakfast, in Volcano
Adults-only B&B within walking distance of Cooper Center- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Garden • Central location
Ohana with Pool and Ocean Views close to Airport and Kailua Town, in Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona property with private pool, kitchen- Garden • Comfy beds
Old Hawaiian B and B, in Hilo
Riverfront B&B within easy reach of Rainbow Falls- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Terrace • Walkable location
At the Crater's Edge – Adults Only, in Volcano
Adults-only guesthouse within easy reach of Volcano Garden Arts- Free parking • Free WiFi • Spa tub • Terrace • Central location
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa, in Waikoloa
Family-friendly hotel with pool bar, near Waikoloa Kings Golf Course- Free parking • Restaurant • 2 outdoor pools • 2 spa tubs • Family friendly
What is there to see around Hawaii Island?
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (18.8 mi/30.3 km from the city center)
- Mauna Kea (15.7 mi/25.2 km from the city center)
- Kilauea (20.7 mi/33.2 km from the city center)
- Magic Sands Beach (29.2 mi/47 km from the city center)
- University of Hawaii at Hilo (29.6 mi/47.6 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Hawaii Island?
- Pu'u 'O'o Trailhead (11 mi/17.6 km from the city center)
- Subaru Telescope (15.8 mi/25.4 km from the city center)
- Volcano Winery (18.9 mi/30.5 km from the city center)
- Volcano Golf and Country Club (19.7 mi/31.8 km from the city center)
- Ka'u Coffee Mill (25.3 mi/40.8 km from the city center)
Other Popular Hawaii Island Attractions
- Hapuna Beach State Park
- Mauna Kea Beach
- Mauna Loa
- Mauna Kea Observatory
- Volcano House