Luxury Healing HotelsHilton Waikoloa Village
Hilton Waikoloa Village Overview
First Impressions
The Hilton Waikoloa Village hits you with that classic Hawaiian resort vibe the moment you arrive — honestly, it’s like stepping into a tropical theme park, but in the best possible way. This four-star property sprawls across 62 acres on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast, and I mean sprawls — you’ll actually need to take a boat or tram to get around the place. The lobby opens up to these dramatic lagoons and waterfalls that feel almost too perfect to be real, but somehow they work without being cheesy.
Location & Setting
What really sets this place apart is its spot in Waikoloa — you’re right on Anaehoomalu Bay, which locals just call A-Bay, and it’s one of those protected coves that’s perfect for families. The beach here isn’t your typical white sand paradise (this is volcanic rock country, after all), but the snorkeling is incredible and the water stays calm most of the year. You know what’s nice? You can walk to the nearby shops at Queens’ MarketPlace if you need a break from resort life, and there are some solid golf courses within a couple miles if that’s your thing.
The Experience
The room I stayed in was comfortable enough — nothing groundbreaking, but clean and spacious with that tropical decor you’d expect. What really makes this place special though are the activities and facilities. There’s a lagoon where you can interact with dolphins (which honestly surprised me with how well-run it was), multiple pools including one with a waterslide, and a fitness center that’s actually worth using. The spa treatments incorporate traditional Hawaiian healing practices, and while it’s not the most luxurious I’ve experienced, there’s something authentic about the approach that I appreciated.
Dining & Amenities
Breakfast here is actually pretty solid — they do this buffet spread that covers everything from continental basics to Asian options and proper American fare, plus they’ll pack you something to go if you’re heading out early for adventures. The main restaurant serves decent Pacific Rim cuisine, though I’d recommend venturing out to some of the local spots for dinner at least once. Parking is available on-site, which is nice because you’ll definitely want a car to explore the island properly.
Why Guests Love It
Look, this isn’t the most intimate or boutique experience you’ll find on the Big Island, but it delivers exactly what it promises — a full-service resort where families can spread out and couples can find their own quiet corners. The location really is the star here, with easy access to some of the island’s best snorkeling and those famous Kohala Coast sunsets. It’s the kind of place where you can be as active or as relaxed as you want, and honestly, sometimes that flexibility is exactly what you need for a proper Hawaiian getaway.
Hotel Highlights
Reviews
Staff: 8.1
Comfort: 8.1
Location: 8.4
Facilities: 7.9
Cleanliness: 8.1
Value for money: 6.5
Xiaoqin from United States
That was a good hotel there with a nice ocean view.
Elena from Canada
Amazing location with the salt water lagune. Pools and hot tabs are great. The rooms are very spacious (Macai) and well designed.
Digna from United States
Location was close to another fantastic beach, Anaeho’omalu, the resort’s lagoon and manicured lawns were the highlight.
William from United States
Ryan from Canada
Beautiful views and areas to explore.
Robin from United States
Grounds, facilities, location
John from United States
View of the ocean and dolphins!!
Merritt from United States
1)on site natural lagoon to swim, snorkel, kayak, paddle board and more . Sea turtles, manta ray, fish and more that can been from edge , snorkel or above water . 2) beautiful pools with waterfall, bridges and more and most importantly great water temp as other places were so cold we couldn’t use . 3) Dolphins on site with easy free viewing (we...
Guy from Israel
The complex is very nice and the area is beautiful
Julia from United States
The impressive architecture and tram. The choice of pools and areas to explore. The rooms were spacious and clean. the breakfast is definitely an experience and worth trying.
Surroundings
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Imari: 350 m
- Cafe/bar Honolulu Coffee: 750 m
- Restaurant Kamuela Provision Company: 350 m
Natural beauty:
- Lake Kuualii Fishpond: 1.5 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Pauoa Bay Beach: 6 km
- Mauna Lani Beach: 4.3 km
- Holoholokai Beach: 6 km
- Anaeho'omalu Beach: 1.1 km
- 49 Black Sand Beach: 4.7 km
Closest airports:
- Waimea-Kohala Airport: 35 km
- Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole: 30 km
Hilton Waikoloa Village Rooms
- Makai Room One King with Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Royal Suite One King Bed with Ocean View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults, 4 children
- Makai One Bedroom Suite One King Bed with Ocean View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults, 4 children
- Makai Room One King Bed with Resort View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Room Two Queen Beds with Resort View - Accessible Tub with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Room One King Bed with Resort View - Accessible Tub with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Room Two Queen Beds with Ocean View - Hearing Accessible with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Room One King Bed with Resort View - Hearing Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Naia or Naupaka Suite One King Bed with Ocean View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Room One King Bed with Resort View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Room One King Bed with Resort View - Hearing Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Room One King Bed with Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Room One King Bed with Ocean View - Accessible Tub with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Presidential Suite One King Bed with Ocean View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults, 4 children
- Palace Room Two Queen Beds with Resort View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Room Two Queen Beds with Resort View - Hearing Accessible with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace One Bedroom Suite One King Bed with Resort View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults, 4 children
- Palace Room Two Queen Beds with Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Room Two Queen Beds with Ocean View - Accessible Tub with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Forward Suite One King Bed with Ocean View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Room One King Bed with Ocean Front View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Room Two Queen Beds with Ocean Front View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 7 adults, 4 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Resort View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Lanai Room Two Queen Beds with Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Lanai Room One King Bed with Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Lanai Room Two Queen Beds with Ocean View - Roll In Shower with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Lanai Room Two Queen Beds with Garden View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Makai Lanai Room One King Bed with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace King Room with Garden View - Ground Floor with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace King Room with Golf View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Garden View - Ground Floor with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Palace Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Golf View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with Accessible Tub - Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
- King Room with Resort View - Hearing Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
- King Room with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Resort View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults
- One-Bedroom King Suite - Resort View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Grand Garden View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Golf View - High Floor with 2 large double beds for 4 adults
- King Room - Grand Resort View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
- One-Bedroom King Suite - Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 5 adults
- High Floor King Room - Golf View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults
Facilities
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Car hire
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Garden
Wellness:
- Kids' pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Water slide
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre Additional charge
Activities:
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Beach
- Tennis equipment Additional charge
- Water park
- Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
- Snorkelling Additional charge
- Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Canoeing Additional charge
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagne
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
- Spanish
- Japanese
- Chinese
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Telephone
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- 8 restaurants
- Parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- WiFi
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool bar
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs U S$48 per day.:
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
House Rules at Hilton Waikoloa Village
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Groups:
- When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 23:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Hilton Waikoloa Village Location
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa, HI 96738, United States
