Explore near Kaunaʻoa (Mauna Kea) Beach: Where to Stay, Eat, and Visit
Kaunaʻoa (Mauna Kea) Beach Reviews: Insider Insights and Visitor Experiences
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There are several beaches with resorts north of Hilo. Our bit of paradise was at the Mauna Kea Beach. We stayed at the Marriott Autograph hotel at this beach (see a different review for this hotel). T...
This is a beautiful beach with limited access so it doesn’t feel crowded. The guard station only allows about 20 parking spots in for public use so get there early or go during non peak times. The bea...
As everyone has said, spectacular beach and arrive early for the coveted and limited free parking. For a short time, there was a fee in 2022, but that didn’t last due to it being illegal. Some Hawaiia...
What a beautiful beach. This is a wonderful option to stay the day to relax and swim. I really enjoyed how far out you can walk beyond the shore and still be in "swallow" water; it was like being in a...
We swam at Kauna'oa Beach at Mauna Kea resort. The sand was grainy and light-colored. The water had a light surf. With very little shade from trees, I recommend bringing an umbrella or lathering on su...
Beach
There are several beaches with resorts north of Hilo. Our bit of paradise was at the Mauna Kea Beach. We stayed at the Marriott Autograph hotel at this beach (see a different review for this hotel). T...
Great beach
This is a beautiful beach with limited access so it doesn’t feel crowded. The guard station only allows about 20 parking spots in for public use so get there early or go during non peak times. The bea...
Heads Up on Parking
As everyone has said, spectacular beach and arrive early for the coveted and limited free parking. For a short time, there was a fee in 2022, but that didn’t last due to it being illegal. Some Hawaiia...
Top 5 beach option on the Big Island
What a beautiful beach. This is a wonderful option to stay the day to relax and swim. I really enjoyed how far out you can walk beyond the shore and still be in "swallow" water; it was like being in a...
Post card gorgeous
We swam at Kauna'oa Beach at Mauna Kea resort. The sand was grainy and light-colored. The water had a light surf. With very little shade from trees, I recommend bringing an umbrella or lathering on su...