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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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BEACHFRONT HOME 2 acres, Pool, Tennis, Volleyball. Like your own private resort!

BEACHFRONT HOME 2 acres, Pool, Tennis, Volleyball. Like your own private resort!

Waimea HI
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Kamuela. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hāpuna Beach State Recreation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Andy was extremely welcoming and met up with special Mai Tais and shared the features of the property. The property looks exactly like it is pictured - it is beautiful!

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

BEACHFRONT HOME 2 acres, Pool, Tennis, Volleyball. Like your own private resort!
Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate, Steps From Beach w/AC & Puako Bay Views: 10D

Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate, Steps From Beach w/AC & Puako Bay Views: 10D

Kamuela HI
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Kamuela. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hāpuna Beach State Recreation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Great communication with host, house had everything we needed, comfy beds, beautiful bay to watch whales and snorkel, great location on the Big Island for getting places. We loved it!

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate, Steps From Beach w/AC & Puako Bay Views: 10D
Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Waikoloa Village

4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa HI
The price is CA $472 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
CA $472
CA $560 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,091 reviews)
Room was clean, staff courteous.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Hilton Waikoloa Village
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.
BEACHFRONT HOME 2 acres, Pool, Tennis, Volleyball. Like your own private resort!

BEACHFRONT HOME 2 acres, Pool, Tennis, Volleyball. Like your own private resort!

Waimea HI
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Kamuela. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hāpuna Beach State Recreation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Andy was extremely welcoming and met up with special Mai Tais and shared the features of the property. The property looks exactly like it is pictured - it is beautiful!

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

BEACHFRONT HOME 2 acres, Pool, Tennis, Volleyball. Like your own private resort!
Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate, Steps From Beach w/AC & Puako Bay Views: 10D

Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate, Steps From Beach w/AC & Puako Bay Views: 10D

Kamuela HI
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Kamuela. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hāpuna Beach State Recreation ...
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Great communication with host, house had everything we needed, comfy beds, beautiful bay to watch whales and snorkel, great location on the Big Island for getting places. We loved it!

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Gorgeous Oceanfront Estate, Steps From Beach w/AC & Puako Bay Views: 10D
Castle Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa

Castle Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa

4 out of 5
69-1029 Nawahine Pl Waikoloa HI
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mauna Lani Beach and Mauna Lani Resort ...
9/10 Wonderful! (718 reviews)
We enjoyed staying in unit 4G. The condo had 3 bedrooms. One had a king-sized bed. The second room had a queen bed, and the third bedroom on the 1st floor had two twin beds. Each had its own bathroom. There was also a laundry room in the condo. The kitchen was well equipped with a drip coffee maker, ...

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Castle Hali'i Kai at Waikoloa
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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