Waiulua Bay

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Waiulua Bay

Waiulua Bay is a Waikoloa resort-area inlet with rocky shoreline views, calm-condition snorkeling, resort facilities only and no lifeguards.

Backed by Resort Vegetation
Backed by Resort Vegetation

Waiulua Bay, Big Island

Waiulua Bay is located in a resort area on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. Even though the bay fronts the Hilton Waikoloa Village, most people prefer to swim in the resort's man-made sand-bottomed lagoon or pool instead of in the bay because it is rocky.

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Location, Parking and Directions

Waiulua Bay is located along Waikoloa Beach Drive in Waikoloa Village, HI 96738, on Hawaii Island's Kohala Coast. The bay fronts the Hilton Waikoloa Village resort area. Follow posted shoreline access and resort-area signs, and use designated access routes only.

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Where is Waiulua Bay located?

Waiulua Bay is located along Waikoloa Beach Drive in Waikoloa Village, fronting the Hilton Waikoloa Village resort area on the Kohala Coast.

Is Waiulua Bay good for swimming?

Not generally. The source page says the bay has a rocky ocean bottom, so many visitors prefer nearby resort pools or lagoons instead.

Can you snorkel at Waiulua Bay?

Snorkeling is the listed activity, but it is best only on calm days because the shoreline and ocean bottom are rocky.

Are there lifeguards at Waiulua Bay?

No. The source page lists no lifeguards at Waiulua Bay.

What facilities are available at Waiulua Bay?

The source page lists resort facilities only and no lifeguards.