The Island of Hawaii Holidays

Gin clear waters, jet black beaches, somersaulting manta rays and jungle journeys; Hawaii Island hums with lava filled volcanoes and electrifying outdoor adventure.

The Island of Hawaii, also known as the Big Island, is the largest of Hawaii's paradisiacal archipelago and, topographically, the most diverse. Its lava sculpted landscape boasts jet black beaches, emerald forests and active volcanoes. Its coastlines are lapped by the Pacific, and spinner dolphins, sea turtles and tiger sharks call these waters home. On Papakolea beach you’ll find mesmerising crystal green sands and off the Kona Coast, come winter, you’ll see humpback whales migrating from Alaska. Just outside of Hilo sits an astonishing feat of nature, the 300,000 acre-plus Volcanoes National Park, where you can hike through desert and rainforest and take a spectacular walk around the Kilauea Iki crater rim. Breeze into the Island of Hawaii if you’re looking for fierce natural wonders, dramatic underwater architecture and dark sky nights so clear you can often spot the Milky Way.

We have handpicked inspiration, unique experiences and curated Island of Hawaii holidays.

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The Island of Hawaii Hotels

Our recommendations for the best places to stay in The Island of Hawaii

Westin Hapuna Beach Hotel

Between the slopes of Mauna Kea volcano and a white-sand beach, this hotel has one of the finest...

Grand Naniloa, A DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel

Modern, light and with a sense of place, this popular hotel has a fantastic setting on the Waiake...

From mornings playing golf and afternoons spent at the beach to ukulele lessons before dinner; discover the best hotels on the Island of Hawaii with Kuoni

Holidays in Hawaii, also known as ‘Big Island’, are best spent by the beach, exploring ancient historical sites and activities like watersports, golf and hiking through Volcanoes National Park. Our handpicked hotels are packed with facilities and activities to golfing, which all of our featured hotels have access to.

Our recommended Hawaii (Big Island) hotels

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Get to know Hawaii and those important practicalities when planning your perfect holiday.

Capital
TIME DIFFERENCE

GMT -10 hours

CURRENCY

US dollar

FLYING TIME TO DESTINATION

17 hours (excluding layover time)

RELIGION

Christianity is the most followed religion but there is a wide diversity of beliefs throughout the state.

LANGUAGE

English and Hawaiian