Sarah's Guidebook
Beaches
Best Sandy beach in the Island. Also great for bodyboarding, swimming, and beach walking. Ideal for families, couples and EVERYONE! Bring shade you will get burnt here.
Hapuna Beach State Park
Old Puako RoadStunning green sand beach and most southern point of US
43 locals recommend
Green Sand Beach Trailhead
Stunning green sand beach and most southern point of US
Kua Bay
Great smaller beach
Kaunaʻoa (Mauna Kea) Beach
Kahaluu Bay
Ali‘i DriveGreat for Snorkeling and surf lessons during summer months
Keaukaha Beach Park
27 Apapane RdBeautiful, fresh , & invigorating
Great for snorkeling and lots of shade. If it’s a windy day this is the perfect beach.
109 locals recommend
Waialea Beach
Old Puako RoadGreat for snorkeling and lots of shade. If it’s a windy day this is the perfect beach.
Sightseeing
Volcano
Waipio Valley Lookout
Pololu Valley Lookout
52-5100 Akoni Pule HwyKohala Mountain Road
Kohala Mountain RoadAkaka Falls State Park
875 Akaka Falls RdMauna Kea
Food scene
Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery
55-3415 Akoni Pule HwyKohala Plantation Icon
Local and fresh ingredients. Amazing drinks and don’t forget to get the puffed pastry.
8 locals recommend
Foster’s Kitchen
69-250 Waikōloa Beach DrLocal and fresh ingredients. Amazing drinks and don’t forget to get the puffed pastry.
Magics Beach Grill
77-6452 Ali‘i DrGreat food and amazing beach
Cafe Pesto - Hilo
308 Kamehameha AveGreat gourmet pizzas and salads
Tropics Ale House - Waikōloa
69-1022 Keana PlOff the beaten path but great menu
Amazing pacific rim cuisine and don’t forget to order the soufflé.
46 locals recommend
Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill
69-250 Waikōloa Beach DrAmazing pacific rim cuisine and don’t forget to order the soufflé.
A-Bay's Island Grill
250 Waikōloa Beach DrGreat breakfast
Seafood Bar and Grill
61-3642 Kawaihae RdGreat bar and food!