One of the most popular beaches on Hawai'i Island is the beach at ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay, often referred to as Waikoloa Beach.

Aside from great swimming or sunset watching, the beach is interesting because it separates the ocean from a freshwater lake that stretches between the beach and the mainland for its entire length. The beach can be accessed from the sides where the lake ends or right in the middle via a short pedestrian bridge.

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Swimming and beach facilities

ʻAnaehoʻomalu (or Waikoloa) Beach is spread out on fine white sand, with a sparse grove of mature palm trees providing shade along the entire length of the beach.

ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay has very calm waters and access to the ocean is gradual with no rocks. Waikoloa is thus an ideal place for swimming in the sea even for smaller children or not very skilled swimmers.

As one of the few beaches on the Big Island, it also offers a wealth of facilities similar to what you know from European beaches. Here you can rent a sun lounger and umbrella, refresh yourself at the three beach bars or rent a kayak or pedal boat and enjoy some fun in the sea.

Like all other beaches in the Hawaiian Islands, admission is free.

Beach surface - fine white sand
Water entrance - gradual and free of rocks
Length of beach - 300 metres
Beach width - 30 metres
Sunbed rentals - yes, approx. 40 usd per day, free for hotel guests
Toilets and showers - yes
Catering - yes, beach bars
Shops - yes, small shopping centre approx. 300 metres from the beach

Accommodation

Right on the beach of Anaehoomalu you can stay in one of the best hotels on the Big Island - Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. If you want to enjoy your holiday without compromise and don't mind paying a lot more for accommodation, then definitely consider this resort.

For more affordable accommodation under 293 eur per night for 2 , look for nearby communities, especially vacation homes and private suites.

How to get there

The beach is close to the main Highway 19 and about 40km north of Kona Airport. The turn off the main road is clearly signposted, take the "Waikoloa Beach Drive".

Free public parking is available about 250 metres from the beach on Kolea Kai Circle.

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