Waikoloa Beach Drive

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Waikoloa Beach Drive

Waikoloa Beach Drive leads from Queen Kaahumanu Highway into Waikoloa Beach Resort, with resort entrances, shopping, golf course views, landscaped roads and access toward Anaehoomalu Bay.

Entry to Waikoloa Beach Resort
Entry to Waikoloa Beach Resort

Waikoloa Beach Drive, Big Island

Waikoloa Beach Drive is a 2-mile stretch of road that leads from Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway (Hwy 19), at mile marker 76, down to the Hilton Waikoloa Resort, as well as several other hotels and resorts, including the Waikoloa Beach Marriott, Shores at Waikoloa, Vista Waikoloa, Kolea, Waikoloa Beach Villas and Fairway Villas at Waikoloa. Two shopping malls, the Queen's Marketplace and Kings' Shops, are also located within the Waikoloa resort area, as is a public parking lot for visitors to Anaeho'omalu Bay.

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Location, Parking and Directions

Waikoloa Beach Drive is located in Waikoloa Beach Resort on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. From Queen Kaahumanu Highway near mile marker 76, turn makai onto Waikoloa Beach Drive and follow the road toward resort hotels, shopping areas, condominium communities and beach access. The map marker identifies a point on Waikoloa Beach Drive within the resort corridor.

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Where is Waikoloa Beach Drive?

Waikoloa Beach Drive is on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. It turns makai from Queen Kaahumanu Highway near mile marker 76 and leads into Waikoloa Beach Resort.

How long is Waikoloa Beach Drive?

The road is about 2 miles long. It connects the highway with hotels, condominiums, golf areas, shopping centers and beach access in Waikoloa Beach Resort.

What can visitors reach from Waikoloa Beach Drive?

Visitors can reach resort hotels, vacation rental communities, Queens’ Marketplace, Kings’ Shops, golf course areas and access toward Anaehoomalu Bay.

Is Waikoloa Beach Drive difficult to drive?

No. It is paved, landscaped and easy to follow. Still, drivers should slow down for roundabouts, pedestrians, resort traffic, shuttles and cars turning into parking areas.

What should visitors know before going?

Parking, beach access and resort-area rules can vary by lot and destination. Follow posted signs, use public parking only and avoid private resort or condominium spaces.