Keaukaha
Hilo





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Popular places to visit

Carlsmith Beach Park
Explore the great outdoors at Carlsmith Beach Park, a lovely green space in Hilo.

Liliuokalani Park and Gardens
This serene Hilo bayfront park offers the serenity of a Japanese garden, a lush canopy of banyan trees and beautiful views from a sacred ancient Hawai’ian island.

Richardson's Ocean Park
Discover a world of marine science and one of the best swimming spots in the Hilo region at this family-friendly beach park.

Onekahakaha Beach Park
Spend a sunny day exploring the hidden charms of this tranquil cove, where protected tidal pools provide ideal swimming and snorkeling conditions.

Keaukaha Beach Park
Snorkel in the clear waters at this beautiful spot, where gaps in the volcanic ocean floor hide a wealth of marine life.

Rainbow Falls
Rise early to come to this scenic waterfall for the best chance of seeing the beautiful rainbows that give it its name.
Things to do

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars

Big Island (South): a Self-Drive Sightseeing and Adventure Audio Tour

Beach Snorkel - Sea Turtle and Black Sand Lagoon

Hawaii Volcano National Park Shore Excursion

Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour
Top hotels in Keaukaha

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Room was clean. Friendly staff. Nice view of the mountain when you’re at the bar or at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

SCP Hilo Hotel
Nice clean hotel, space was congested but overall good experience.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Good stay helpful staff. Helped us with carrying our bags.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Plumeria Hilo Hotel
This hotel was perfect. Great room and great amenities. I loved the huge TV. I was able to catch the end of Stranger Things 😍. As a solo traveler this place was perfect. Free parking too.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Aarons Cottage
Room was clean. Staff was responsive. Air conditioning was acceptable. Only issue was appearance of small bugs and a lizard but I guess that is acceptable for a property in that area.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
