Frequently cited as one of the top two beaches in the US, I had really high expectations. Yes, the sand is very white and the ocean is clear and blue. But it’s no whiter or more amazing than Hāpuna or half the other beaches we...More

If you close your eyes and imagine the most relaxing beach setting - pretty - white sand - clear waters .... well Mauna Kea Beach will be it! Our family truly enjoyed this beach - for us it was the must go - over and...More

This beach is on the hotel grounds, parking is limited. You will need to go really early like before 9am or later around 5pm. Beach has sandy with calm to small waves for kids boogie boarding. There is a large tree for shade.

Mauna Kea beach is one of the nicest beaches on the big island. To the public, you must get there by 8am to get public parking. The day we were there, we saw a friendly old turtle swim right up to us by the short....More

I would stay here just because it IS the best beach in Hawaii. Choose a room that has the shower with its own patio so you can see the ocean when you shower. And apply for a membership in Marriot so you can get points.

We were staying at the Westin so we received free valet parking at the Mauna Kea resort so I can't speak to the parking aspect of the beach. This is a great white sand beach with soft sand and hardly and waves at all. Great...More

This is a very pretty beach, and not crowded. With lighter waves than Hapuna, this might be a tiny bit better for families.