Cheap Big Island of Hawaii Vacations

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The Big Island of Hawaii may be synonymous with luxurious tropical escapes, but you can also vacation there on the cheap. Marvel at the volcanic black sands of Punaluu Black Sand Beach, then take some time for reflection in the stunning surrounds of Wood Valley -- both free. And while you're in bargain-hunting mode, visit the old mill town of Pahoa for an eclectic mix of shops, cheap eateries and a stroll along the bustling boardwalk. To get even more bang for your buck, visit Pahoa on the weekend and hit up the Makuu Farmers Market for fresh, cheap produce.

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Cheap Big Island of Hawaii Vacation Packages

Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort and Spa

Beachfront Waikoloa resort next door to two upscale shopping centersOn an island with relatively few beaches, the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa in Waikoloa charms with a location on lovely Anaehoomalu Bay, with a sand beach, safe swimming and ancient Hawaiian fishponds. Guests enjoy spacious and contemporary accommodations that include a private balcony and the notable Marriott Revive bed. On the property, an infinity swimming pool, full-service spa and fitness center complete bliss. Enjoy an oceanfront location on Anaehoomalu Bay, with one of the region's best beaches and swimming baysVisit two shopping centers just next door, with stores from local favorite Cinnamon Girl to Louis VuittonSpend the day unwinding at Waikoloa Beach Marriott's full-service Mandara Spa The 15-acre beachfront Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa is less than an hour north of Kailua-Kona, in the exclusive South Kohala community of Waikoloa. The resort sits on beautiful Anaehoomalu Bay, with a sandy beach, safe swimming and ancient fishponds. Two excellent shopping centers are just next door. The six-story Waikoloa Beach Marriott features more than 530 guest rooms and one-bedroom suites with elegantly contemporary Polynesian and Asian décor, and views ranging from pool to garden/mountain and ocean. Each includes a private balcony; bathrobes; the Marriott Revive bed, with designer duvet and extra fluffy pillows; high-speed Internet access (fees may apply); air conditioning; Kona coffee and tea service; and flat-screen cable/satellite TV. Waikoloa Beach Marriott features Hawaii Calls Restaurant & Lounge, popular for its breakfast buffet and American/Pacific Rim-style dinner service. The Marriott also offers the Sunset Luau experience. Next to the resort, try Merriman's Market Café; Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill; Sansei Seafood, Steak & Sushi Bar; or Romano's Macaroni Grill. Guests at Waikoloa Beach Marriott unwind at the full-service Mandara Spa or at in the heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Kids have their own children's pool, while a fitness center and nearby golf courses complete the diversions. The hotel also hosts cultural activities to educate guests about local traditions. Kona International Airport (18.5 mi/29.8 km) Anaehoomalu Bay (fronting resort)Kings' Shops/Queens' MarketPlace (1 block)Hapuna Beach (8.2 mi/13.2 km)Lapakahi State Historical Park (21.2 mi/34.1 km)Kailua-Kona (25 mi/40.3 km)Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park (44.7 mi/72 km)Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (via Waimea) (103 mi/166 km)
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Hilo Bay Hotel (Uncle Billy's Hawaiian Family Resorts)

2 stars
2.9 / 5 75 reviews
Island-style hotel on Hilo Bay shares aloha with free daily breakfastGo "Island style" at Uncle Billy's Hilo Bay Hotel, a low-rise waterfront landmark along Hilo's historic Banyan Drive. The relaxed atmosphere extends to free parking, free daily "aloha" breakfast and free in-room high-speed/Wi-Fi Internet, adding extra savings to a value-priced stay. Guests enjoy the hotel's swimming pool, easy footbridge access to Coconut Island and short drive into downtown Hilo, plus lovely views of the bay and Mauna Kea. HighlightsFree daily "aloha" breakfast, free parking and free high-speed/Wi-Fi Internet accessNearby farmers market, convenient for in-room mealsTake the footbridge near the hotel to Coconut Island for a picnic or swim, or Mauna Kea views9-hole golf course across the street LocationHilo Bay Hotel (Uncle Billy's Hawaiian Family Resorts) sits on the edge of peaceful Hilo Bay along historic Banyan Drive in central Hilo. The hotel looks out onto Coconut Island and the volcano Mauna Kea. Liliuokalani Park and Gardens is within a few minute's walk, and a 9-hole golf course is just across the street. Hilo offers visitors easy access to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. RoomsHilo Bay Hotel harks back to easygoing Hawaii days with spacious, Island-style rooms. Room types range from standard garden view and standard partial ocean view units, to studio kitchenettes and deluxe oceanfront units. All include free high-speed Internet access, air conditioning, cable TV and private patio. Deluxe oceanfront units also include either a large picture window or patio. All room categories include free breakfast. FeaturesGuests of Hilo Bay Hotel enjoy an onsite swimming pool, and a free daily "aloha" breakfast service. Hilo has many restaurants and cafés to choose from, including the nearby Ken's House of Pancakes, a longtime local favorite. TransportationHilo International Airport (1.8 mi/2.8 km) AttractionsPanaewa Rainforest Zoo (1.4 mi/2.3 km)Pacific Tsunami Museum (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Lyman Museum (1.8 mi/3 km)Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawaii (2.6 mi/4 km)Akaka Falls (10.5 mi/16.9 km)Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (28.9 mi/46.6 km)
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Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel

Grand Hapuna Beach hotel with ocean views from every roomWith an ancient name Hapuna, or "Spring of Life," the award-winning Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel sits oceanfront upon South Kohala's remarkable Hapuna Beach. All 350 luxurious guest rooms offer ocean views from private balconies. The resort shares its oceanfront landscape with sister property Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, combining amenities for an extended resort with championship golf courses, tennis, spas, a fitness center, swimming pool, restaurants and more. HighlightsEnjoy access and signing privileges at the neighboring Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Hapuna Beach is frequently ranked among America's best beaches by Condé Nast TravelerStargaze at the hotel's high-powered telescope with professional astronomers several days each week LocationLess than an hour north of Kailua-Kona on the South Kohala Coast, the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel fronts the grand Hapuna Beach, one of the Big Island's most famed beaches. Kings' Shops and Queens' MarketPlace are less than 10 miles south, with plentiful shopping and dining. RoomsHapuna Beach Prince Hotel angles away from the beach, offering ocean views from its 350 oversized guest rooms. Each includes a private balcony, Japanese robes, high-speed Internet access (fees may apply), bathroom amenities and large bathroom with double vanity. FeaturesRecreationHapuna Beach Prince Hotel features an oceanfront swimming pool, fitness center, golf course and full-service spa (fees apply). Guests may use facilities at the neighboring Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, including Mauna Kea Spa by Mandara and Mauna Kea Golf Course (fees apply). DiningGuests choose from several dining experiences at Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel. The open-air Ocean Terrace does breakfast both a la carte and buffet. The poolside Beach Bar offers salads, fresh fish and sandwiches -- or guests can make their own salads at Café Hapuna. Coast Grill features fresh Island ingredients with an American bistro slant. Room service is available. AttractionsHapuna Beach (In front)Kings' Shops/Queens' MarketPlace (8.1 mi/15 km)Lapakahi State Historical Park (14 mi/22.6 km)Kailua-Kona (31.7 mi/51 km)Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park (51.4 mi/82.7 km)Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (via Waimea) (97 mi/156 km) Policies and feesSelf parking: $15 USD + tax per day Valet Parking: $20 USD + tax per day
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Kona Bay Hotel (Uncle Billy's Hawaiian Family Resorts)

Bungalow hotel in the heart of Kailua town offers plenty of alohaThe centrally located Kona Bay Resort (Uncle Billy's Hawaiian Family Resorts) offers local-style living with a budget-friendly value. Built around a large swimming pool and sundeck, rooms offer simple charm combined with a private patio and free Wi-Fi Internet access. Guests also receive free breakfast daily. Nestled in the heart of Kailua-Kona town, everything is within a few minutes' walk-including the waterfront, restaurants, souvenir shopping and historic sites. HighlightsSave extra with free daily "aloha" breakfastLocated in the heart of charming Kailua-Kona town Unwind in the hotel's mellow Island atmosphere, with a friendly staff available 24 hours a dayFree high-speed Internet access LocationKona Bay Resort (Uncle Billy's Hawaiian Family Resorts) is a true Island-style bungalow hotel in Kailua-Kona, just across the street from the waterfront. Shopping and restaurants virtually surround the hotel. RoomsThe low-rise, bungalow-style Kona Bay Resort offers garden, superior and deluxe rooms decorated in simple and charming Island style. Some rooms have peek-a-boo ocean views, others the tropical garden. All include a private patio, cable TV, mini refrigerator, air conditioning, ceiling fan and coffee-maker. Free high-speed Internet access is a great in-room perk. FeaturesAll Kona Bay Resort (Uncle Billy's Hawaiian Family Resorts) guests receive free "aloha" breakfast service every day. Plentiful casual and upscale dining is available surrounding the hotel -- and the oceanfront Huggo's, a local and visitor favorite for decades, is just a short walk down Alii Drive. Free Internet access helps guests plan adventures to coffee farms, active volcanoes and discover historical paths once traversed by ancient kings and queens. TransportationKona International Airport (8.9 mi/14.3 km) AttractionsHulihee Palace (3 blocks)Kahaluu Beach Park ("Snorkel Beach") (4.6 mi/7.4 km)Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park (3.9 mi/6.6 km)Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park (19.8 mi/31.8 km)Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (via Captain Cook) (92.9 mi/150 km)
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Castle Halii Kai At Waikoloa

4 stars
4.5 / 5 30 reviews
Fully equipped oceanfront Waikoloa villas on a luxury-resort propertyExperience oceanfront living at Castle Halii Kai At Waikoloa in a deluxe villa with mountain, golf course or ocean views and upscale, contemporary décor. Located on the expansive Waikoloa Beach Resort in South Kohala, guests enjoy easy access to the resort's golf courses, shopping and dining. Castle Halii Kai At Waikoloa offers an oceanfront swimming pool, children's pool, tennis courts, fitness center and restaurant. Parking and high-speed Internet access are complimentary. HighlightsSwimming beach and exceptional shopping and dining within a few minutes' driveMarvel at the Big Island's magnificently rugged black-rock coastline, created by ancient volcanic lava flowsOceanfront pool, children's pool LocationLocated in the community of Waikoloa on the luxurious Waikoloa Beach Resort property, Castle Halii Kai At Waikoloa a short drive north from Kailua-Kona. The hotel offers easy access to a sandy beach at Anaehoomalu Bay, Hawaiian historical sites, and excellent shopping and dining. FeaturesRecreationCastle Halii Kai At Waikoloa offers excellent recreational facilities, including a swimming pool and children's pool, whirlpool, fitness center, tennis courts and basketball courts. DiningAll Halii Kai At Waikoloa villas feature a full kitchen for home-cooked meals. The Ocean Club Bar and Grill at Halii Kai serves dishes made from chef-grown herbs and vegetables, plus fresh seafood and local beef. Additional restaurants and cafés are nearby. TransportationKona International Airport (19.1 mi/30.8 km) AttractionsKings' Shops/Queens' MarketPlace (1 mi/1.7 km)Anaehoomalu Bay (1.6 mi/2.6 km)Hapuna Beach (8 mi/12.9 km)Lapakahi State Historical Park (21.7 mi/34.9 km)Kailua-Kona (25.6 mi/41.3 km)Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park (45.4 mi/73 km)Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (via Waimea) (103 mi/166 km) Policies and fees For check in procedures, guest must contact the property direct at 808-886-4307 daily to 8 p.m. local time. Guests who are staying less than 7 days can purchase additional housekeeping services at nominal costs. Extra towels and amenities will be provided in each unit prior to check-in. Guests can request for replenishment of the bath amenities (shampoo, soap, toilet tissues) at any time without charge. There will be a small fee for the replacement of towels/linens. A resort fee of $10.00 plus tax (per day, per room) will be charged upon check-in. The resort fee will include parking permit and entry gate electronic keycard.
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Big Island of Hawaii highlights

  • Big Island highlights
  • Waimea

    This unique, historic area is home to a big expanse of green pastures, a kitschy country vibe and the best photo ops in town. If you're not up for walking, pay a little extra to take a horseback tour and then wrap things up at the Polulu Valley Lookout for priceless views.

  • Kona Coffee Tasting Tour

    This self-guided tour is a must for coffee lovers. Twenty miles of scenic mountainside host nearly 600 specialty coffee farms, boasting the strongest, most delicious beans on the Big Island.

  • Kalapana

    This remarkable spot lies right at the heart of Puna, and will be a highlight of your Big Island travels. The village is partially covered in lava after Kilauea erupted back in 1990, and it's seriously cool to see. For a value-added extra, visit the 17-acre Lava Tree State Park to check out the lava rock trees dating back to the 1700s.

  • Saddle Road

    If you've got a taste for adventure and your budget can stretch to a hardcore vehicle, this drive is a must on your Big Island travels. The winding road climbs up to an insane 6000 feet, and when you reach the top, you're guaranteed the views of a lifetime.

  • Mauna Kea Observatory

    Perched atop the Mauna Kea volcano is this mind-blowing observatory where, for a small fee, you can talk learn about astronomy from a team of experts. Look through the telescopes, and marvel over the moon-like terrain of Mauna Kea. A must for every Big Island vacation.

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