About This Beach
Fronting the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast, this crescent of powder-white sand epitomizes Hawaiian luxury. The bay’s calm waters make it ideal for swimming and snorkeling along rocky edges. Facilities include restrooms, showers, and a limited public parking area that fills early.
As evening falls, the hotel’s lights illuminate the bay, attracting majestic manta rays that can often be seen gliding near shore. This serene beach is a favorite for couples and families alike.
Best Time to Visit: May to September for warm, gentle surf and clear visibility.
Quick Highlights: Luxury Setting • Snorkeling • Manta Rays • White Sand • Family-Friendly
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- • Calm-water swimming and snorkeling at both rocky ends
- • Evening manta ray viewing from shore/lights
- • Stand-up paddling on flat mornings
- • Beach walks on powdery sand
- • Resort golf/tennis nearby
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- Restrooms, showers, limited public parking; resort amenities adjacent.
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