Waikoloa Beach Resort is the premier shopping destination for the Big Island with more than 90 shops, restaurants, causal eateries and a gourmet market. The jewel of the Waikoloa Beach Resort is Kings' Shops, an outdoor shopping oasis offering unique Hawaii merchandise and a diverse array of national brands set amid lush landscaping and water features. Located only 20 minutes north of Kona International Airport, Kings' Shops is convenient to all Kona and Kohala Coast resorts and hotels.
SHOPPING
Kings' Shops offers a unique shopping experience unmatched on Hawaii's Big Island. The center features a collection of national, regional and local resort boutiques offering fashion, swimwear, beachwear, footwear, jewelry, art, gifts and sundries including:
- Baron & Leeds
- Cinnamon Girl
- Coach
- Honolua Surf Co.
- Journey Boutique
- L'Occitane
- Louis Vuitton
- Macy's
- Maui Divers
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- Making Waves
- Na Hoku
- Tiffany & Co.
- Tommy Bahama
- Solstice Sunglass Boutique
- Walking in Paradise
- The Walking Company
- Whaler's General Store
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DINING
The dining options at Kings' Shops are among the best on the island. From Island Fusion to Mediterranean, the restaurants at Kings' Shops feature only the finest and freshest ingredients. Full-service restaurants and quick bites include:
- Roy's Waikoloa Bar & Grill
- Merriman's Market Cafe
- Island Fish & Chips
- Blazin' Steaks
- Starbucks Coffee
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Immerse yourself in the sounds of the islands with free entertainment presented weekly. A schedule of entertainment and events is available with concierges throughout the Kona and Kohala Coasts.
- Slack key guitar with John Keawe on Tuesdays
- Island music with Hawaiians Unlimited & Kunia Galdiera on Wednesdays
- Keiki (children's) hula performances
- Polynesian performances
Petroglyph Tours
Kii pohaku or petroglyphs (literally “rock pictures”) may be the closest thing to a written language that Hawaiians used. Some are thought to be astronomical symbols, road signs or markers of historic events. A one-hour moderate walk with expert Kalei'ula Makekau.
Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race
This annual 4th of July event benefits United Cerebral Palsy and offers a full day of entertainment, shopping specials and fun for the entire family.
Sweet Taste of the Islands
This annual event held on the Saturday between Christmas and New Year's Day, offers sampling of the islands finest chocolates, coffees and wines.
RESORT HIGHLIGHTS
- The 62-acre Hilton Waikoloa Village boasts 1,500 rooms and suites artistically set among tropical gardens, exotic wildlife, cascading waterfalls, tranquil lagoons and waterways.
- Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa is a a classic Hawaii hotel updated for the next generation. This 15-acre beachfront resort has just completed a multi-million dollar renovation.
- Nine condomiunium and timeshare properties:
- Bay Club
- Fairway Villas
- Halii Kai Resort
- Hilton Grand Vacations Club
- Kolea
- Shores at Waikoloa
- Vista Waikoloa
- Waikoloa Beach Villas
- Waikoloa Colony Villas
- The Island of Hawaii's Kohala Coast is called the “golf capitol of Hawaii” for a good reason and Waikoloa Beach Resort offers two of the Big Island's best golf courses. The courses are challenging for the avid golfer, rewarding for the club player and fun for families, couples and juniors.
- The Beach Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., winds its way along historic lava flows near Anaehoomalu Bay.
- The Kings' Course, designed by former British Open champion Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish, meanders over and around an ancient lava flow, framed by palm trees and vibrant flowers of Hawaii.
- Waikoloa Bowl at Queens' Gardens features concerts and events throughout the year.
- Dolphin Quest Experience at Hilton Waikoloa Village
- Ocean Sports Glass Bottom Boat Rides
- Royal Luau at Waikoloa Marriott Beach Resort
- Ocean Sports Whale Watch Adventures (during the winter months)
- Seaside Putting Course at Hilton Waikoloa Village
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