Keaukaha

Hilo

Beautiful beach wit massive turtles!
#blue
Located just south of downtown Hilo on the Big Island’s east shore, Onekahakaha Beach Park is the ideal beach for families with small children and for tidepooling. There is a sand-bottomed cove that is separated from the open ocean by a boulder break, so the nearshore waters are shallow and free of currents or wave action. Also, lifeguards are on duty year-round.

Surrounding the cove are a few tide pools, which are sometimes visited by sea turtles. The largest one of them is home to a large population of sea urchins, as well as sea cucumbers, brittle stars, cone shells, sea urchins and sea anemones. However, this pool is not as children-friendly as it has a rockier and deeper bottom and is not protected by the breakwater. Also, it is subject to currents.

The water is crystal clear and shallow behind the boulder wall so its a great place to watch beautuful waves hit the rocks. We did see at least two water turtles wading here. The kids loved it!
Mesmerising black sand beach on the Big Island. This was my forth Honu on this trip! #beachbound
#OrbitzTravel Beachpark in Hilo
Not often you see Honu's sun bathing in a very busy ocean park. Such a rare sighting, feeling blessed! #hawaii #beach #ocean #hilo #turtle #animal

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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 HK$1,534 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
HK$1,534
HK$2,181 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,307 reviews)
I believe this was once a nice property, but no longer. It is run down and grubby. The HVAC in our room was incredibly loud. Our bathroom door was broken on arrival and had to be fixed. The room does not have a sheer curtain (blackout only). The mattress was rock hard. Pool was unheated. Most disappointing ...

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

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
The price is HK$1,437 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
HK$1,437
HK$1,985 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,337 reviews)
Great location, restaurant seafood buffet was excellent. We enjoyed our stay

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

2 out of 5
175 Banyan Drive Hilo HI
The price is HK$1,117 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
HK$1,117
HK$1,326 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilo. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here. The staff were all so nice and friendly, and we liked having the kitchenette in our room. There were two standing fans and a ceiling fan, so we didn’t mind not having AC for a few nights. I liked the pool and the location too!

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
SCP Hilo Hotel

SCP Hilo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
126 Banyan Way Hilo HI
The price is HK$1,226 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
HK$1,226
HK$1,686 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The gym was not well cleaned, in particular the Pelotons and mats.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

SCP Hilo Hotel
Arnott's Lodge

Arnott's Lodge

2.5 out of 5
98 Apapane Road Hilo HI
The price is HK$1,097 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
HK$1,097
HK$1,303 total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (255 reviews)
Our room had a coffee pot and filters but no coffee. No facial tissue. Limited seating other than beds. Staff was wonderful. Outdoor space had a lot to offer.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Arnott's Lodge
Plumeria Hilo Hotel

Plumeria Hilo Hotel

3 out of 5
1303 Kalanianaole St Hilo HI
The price is HK$949 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
HK$949
HK$1,902 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Port of Hilo and Keaukaha Beach Park are located ...
Plumeria Hilo Hotel
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