The Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail is a 175-mile coastal corridor weaving through ancient Hawaiian settlements, sacred sites, fishponds, and petroglyphs.
From the Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival to the Kaʻū Coffee Festival and Pacific Asia Cultural Festival — May and June 2025 are packed with incredible Big Island events!
Swimming with manta rays under the Kona stars is one of the Big Island's most magical experiences. Here's everything you need to know about this unforgettable night dive.
Koili Point sits right along the Hāmākua Heritage Corridor. Explore the Hilo Farmers Market, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, and the stunning Waipiʻo Valley Lookout.
Merrie Monarch 2025 has officially kicked off in Hilo! One of our guests is even competing in Ms. Aloha Hula — the energy and excitement in town is incredible.
Mele Kalikimaka — Merry Christmas from Koili Point! Learn why Hawaiians say it this way and how Bing Crosby made the phrase famous in 1949.
We grow miracle berry plants at Koili Point — eat one and sour foods taste sweet for 30 minutes! This African indigenous fruit is a must-try during your stay.
Fresh bananas hanging in the tiki hut, ripening for guests! Nothing like homegrown Hawaiian bananas — and a simple 2-ingredient banana ice cream recipe inside.
A recent guest's drone photos of Koili Point — stunning aerial views of the pool, property, orchard, and the oceanfront point with Papaikou town in the background.
We harvested 1,200 lbs of coconuts from 4 trees and donated 800 lbs to Kokua Harvest! Sharing is a way of life on the East Side of the Big Island.