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Top Hawaii (Big Island) hotels

Kailua-Kona Hotels: 343 Reviews - 768 Photos
Hilo Hotels: 235 Reviews - 453 Photos
Kalaoa Hotels: 3 Hotels
Anaehoomalu Hotels: 4 Reviews - 11 Photos
Wailea Hotels: 3 Reviews - 5 Photos
Pahoa Hotels: 23 Reviews - 26 Photos
Waimea Hotels: 17 Reviews - 42 Photos
Pahala Hotels: 1 Review
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Hotels: 189 Reviews - 489 Photos
Volcano Hotels: 36 Reviews - 80 Photos
Hoopuloa Hotels: See nearby hotels
Kiholo Hotels: 8 Hotels
Honuapo Hotels: See nearby hotels
Hookena Hotels: See nearby hotels
Kukio Hotels: See nearby hotels

Hawaii (Big Island) What to Pack

Mauna Kea Observatories at Sunset

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Travel Light Kailua-Kona

2 Reviews Just pack lightly! And pack shorts in your carry-on to change into once you reach the islands: the airport isn't air-conditioned, and you exit the plane on the HOT black tarmac! Light, short-sleeved...

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Bring a camera Hilo

1 Review You're better off not bringing loads of clothing here as you'll probably be shopping for it anyway. The good news is, you need not bring cold weather gear as it's pretty comfortable weather wise....

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Packing List Volcano

1 Review Be sure to take some warm clothing, as the weather can, and usually does change in this region. It was a lovely day when I did this tour, but it suddenly got quite cool when we reached the Volcano...

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Extended stay Kailua-Kona

2 Reviews One big suitcase for your Souvenirs you won't need much. Don't forget to tag your luggage so you don't get it mixed up a lot of us shop in the same places:) Weather varies within 74-84 degrees...

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Sunscreen Kailua-Kona

2 Reviews It is never very cold in Kona. Shorts and capris are year around wear. You may need a light jacket if you are out on the water though. Take along some comfy walking shoes for walking up and down Alii...

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Warm at the Beach, Cold on the Mountain

by Nor_Cal_Brad

Pack at least 1 pair of pants and a long sleeve shirt if you plan on going to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at night or to the summit of Mauna Kea, both of which I highly recommend. You will have a jacket and gloves provided to you if you take one of the guided tours to the summit of Mauna Kea. If you are going up to the summit of Mauna Kea, or if you're headed to Volcanoes National Park you will want to wear pants & a jacket. The Mauna Kea summit still has sub-freezing temperatures even during the summer. Volcanoes National Park had temperatures in the 50's at night when I was there in September, and Mauna Kea was cold ( 30 degrees) even with long pants, a winter parka, & heavy gloves. A camera with good nighttime capabilities would be preferable

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Flash lights are overpriced!

by Nathalie_B

1. Knowing that the landscape of the Island was shaped as a result of volcano eruption you have to make sure that you packed good hiking shoes, preferably with rubber soles. Not only the paths and trails are rocky but also slippery, because of the frequent rains. 2. Pack a pair of flip flops, I found them very helpful walking around the Black Sand beach. Walking on the lava-created sand barefoot wasn’t easy. 3. Definitely a sunscreen and it applies to any of the Hawaiian Islands. 4. Repellant will help to fight mosquitoes while hiking. 5. Make sure your camera’s memory card can handle thousands of pictures! And again, stock on batteries or don’t forget to pack your charger 6. Flash light and extra set of batteries will become handy when you’re visiting the Volcano NP at night, watching the lava. Don't end up buying overpriced items that you'll need for less than 1 hour.7. Plenty of...

What You Need To Pack

by syrin

Standard Luggage, Back Pack For When You Are Hiking Good Hiking Shoes, long pants, sweaters, rain jacket, umbrella, clothes that protect you skin from the sun, bathing suit, shorts. Sun Block, Sun Block, Sub Block. The higher the SPF the better. It is easy to get burned and you will not know till it is too late. Tripod, Lens Cleaning Kit, Waterproof Camera Bag, Lens Hood Mosquito Repellent, Sun Block, Umbrella, Backpack, Lots Of Water

Winter Wonderland in Hawaii

by Mikio

Snow gear to Hawaii?? Yes, if you love snow so much. We're having lots of snow at the summit of Mauna Kea (White Mountain) this winter. The view from the top is incredible when the summit is covered with snow. So, bring some warm clothes if you go up in your SUV or Truck. Mitten; woolen hat; chap stick or vaseline gel for your lip. A pair of long john might be godsend. The air is very thin at the summit. Be sure to spend at least an hour at the visitor center on the way to the summit. Being acclimated to the high altitude condition is important for your health. At the visitor center, you (and your children) can learn about astronomy. It's a cool place.

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Things I Didn't Think Of...

by BigBlueOne

Bring some reef shoes for the beach and water. Bring a good camera if you plan on going to the lava at night. We have a fairly cheap digital and that's why I don't have any pictures of the lava on here! If you're going to the lava flow at night, make sure to bring good tennis shoes and a good flashlight (they'll sell you one but not at a price I'd like to pay)

Travel light!

by Jerelis

* Map and guidebook;* Crackers;* 2 Liter of water;* Fruit / power bars. * Hiking boots;* 1 extra t-shirt;* Shorts with many pockets;* Sunglasses;* Fleece type jacket;* Hat / cap;* Raincoat. * Lip balm;* (Neck) sunblock;* Band-aids. * Camera and lots of films!* Filter;* Extra batteries;* Lens 210 mm. * Binocular;* Compass.

Towel or Mat...hmmmmm...

by morgane1692

You don't want to take up major room in your carry-on with a beach towel, but you need *something* to park on when you hit the sands, right? I bought a decent towel at the local Long's drug store just up the road from my hotel...THEN I saw that perfectly acceptable straw beach mats were going for a trivial 99 cents down at Hilo Hattie!! Grrrr, for me. But learn from my mistake here and just get yourself a cool little (DISPOSABLE!!) straw mat at HH as you head up Palani Dr and turn north onto Hwy 19 and those awesome Kohala beaches!

It is cooler than you think

by kyoub

In the winter months it is cooler than you think it will be. The nights are chilly and you need a wrap. It also rains a lot so take a ponch or umbrella. Enclosed toe walking shoes are a must if you go see the volcanos.

Don't Forget

by jag17

Sunscreen is your #1 priority when visiting tropical islands! You will burn, and you will burn fast! Re-apply often, and don't forget those hard to reach areas...ears, behind the knees, and your head. More film than you think you will need Swim suits and cool, loose clothing Most of Hawaii is very casual, and hot. Pack appropriately for the warm temperatures. If you are are planning on attending a special event, or prefer fine dining restaurants, summer dresses or slacks would be appropriate.

swim suits

by Hexepatty

The less, the better! Good walking shoes or tennies. Skip on the rain gear if going to Kona Side. Bring it if going to Hilo Side. Bring Sweatshirt if going to Mauna kea or Mauna Loa or Volcanoes. Sunscreen, mossie spray, sunglasses Digi camera, extra batteries and LARGE memory card. It's a Big Island, after all! Slippahs, lava lava's, towels, hats, snorkle gear.