Keaukaha Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Port of Hilo
Explore the waterfront in Hilo with a trip to Port of Hilo. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants.

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

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Hilo Shore Excursion: Volcanoes National Park & Black Sand Beach

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

Day Trip Volcano Adventure Tour From Oahu to Hilo

Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour

Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Hilo Tour
Top hotels in Keaukaha

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
I thought it was good that the hotel was near the airport. The hotel generally looked old and dingy, parking spaces are too small, tile trim falling off, shower curtain didn’t extend the length of the shower, the complimentary soap next to the sink was hard to wash off, the lanai furniture was old ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Location is good for a short driving to Walmart for grocery, adding gas and eating at McDonald. But we heard two planes flew over around 6am which woke us up. The room has no air conditioning (most small hotels have no air conditioning in Hawaii). and it can be difficult to sleep if you go to bed ...
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

SCP Hilo Hotel
Wonderful short stay. Came for a graduation so didn’t really use the property amenities but staff and room were great. Enjoyed food at restaurant next door.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Arnott's Lodge
The community spaces were very nice. The rooms were somewhat like a dormitory with a common space. Staff was excellent. Most importantly it was very clean, well maintained and comfortable.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Aarons Cottage
The bungalow was clean with kitchen area for food prep that met all of our needs. Will stay there again. Mahalo
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
