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    Edith Kanaka'ole Tennis Stadium

    4.4 (5 reviews)

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    Center Stage at the Edith Kanaka'ole Tennis Stadium during the 50th Merrie Monarch, April 2013.
    Greg K.

    What can I say - I've never seen a tennis match here, but I've definitely seen a lifetime's worth of hula! With a shape like an oversized quonset hut, its open ends allow wind to filter through above the crowds and helps keep thousands of spectators from overheating. Ample overflow parking in the shared field nearby. Good food options nearby & down the road. And although it's not on a major highway (is there one on the Big Island?), the neighborhood/area it's in actually offers several approaches from every direction. We had absolutely no issues driving to or from the Edith Kanaka'ole Tennis Stadium even in the busiest of times. In fact, I think the worst "traffic" we encountered was a line of 4 cars waiting ahead of us to make a left-turn. There's an occasional airplane or helicopter flyover from the nearby Hilo International during performances but the airport isn't busy so it's not a big deal to contend with. The Merrie Monarch setup, which includes a very large elevated stage, uses the bleachers on all sides plus the main floor with folding chairs and seats around 4,200 spectators.

    During the Merrie Monarch Festival.

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    Hilo Yacht Club

    Hilo Yacht Club

    4.2(29 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    A dear long time friend of mine is a member at the Hilo Yacht Club where we usually meet up before…read moreI leave the nice town of Hilo. Hilo Yacht Club is located on the edge of Hilo Bay about 3 miles from the Hilo International Airport. This visit brought us family style appetizers. The kalbi was well prepared (taste a bit too sweet for me but good nonetheless 3.5 stars), the calamari was fresh and deep fried (5 stars) with a decent tasting dredge pre-fry. The poke was okay (3.5 stars) and I say this because fresh fish is plentiful in Hilo. Knowing this I guess I expected a bit more from the standpoint of quality of fish. But, will I go back? Yup if I'm invited as the ambiance is relaxing and decent. Our server Justin was a great guy and made me laugh the entire time I was there! But if you've not gone there, be sure to use your global positioning service because the location is off the beaten path!

    Sorry I have to mention that it's a private club. Hilo has…read morelimited upscale dining options and this place has consistently good service but kind of inconsistent food. No shorts/slippers in the dining room, but come as you are for the more casual outdoor dining section. We were impressed with their food options and pricing for a private party we had. Highly recommend if you know someone with a membership. Also it's weird they're a yacht club that literally has no yachts or even a dock.

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    Hilo Yacht Club - Won ton - private party banquet pupus

    Won ton - private party banquet pupus

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    Hilo Yacht Club - Love the new ocean view counter at the outside casual dining side

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    Love the new ocean view counter at the outside casual dining side

    Kalani - Inside of our Hale Aloha shop and front desk

    Kalani

    4.1(73 reviews)
    23.8 mi

    I stayed at Kalani for 11 nights. I rented a cottage with meals and activities, aka the Kalani…read moreExperience. Then I participated in a Yoga is for Every Body retreat. I walked to the meals from my cottage, and up to the pool almost daily. It was a beautiful and peaceful walk. I was concerned at first but my body quickly adapted. The meals were amazing. I had never experienced such a healthy and delicious cuisine. Most of it was locally-sourced and organic. They had lots of vegetarian options as well as vegan. That's not to say they didn't have wonderful desserts every night with dinner. I participated in several yoga classes. They have all kinds; fast, slow, Vinyasa, Yin, you name it. But they also have cultural classes on Lei making, hula dancing, salsa dancing, permaculture hikes and more. I was not bored for even a moment. If anything I needed to take a nap a couple times during the day for having been so active and busy. The people were friendly and helpful with lots of information about the locals and the community of Pahoa. They took us to Uncles market a local market/party every Wednesday night. If you have the option to do so I would also highly recommend staying at kailani for the Open Mic at least once it's fabulous. The pool is lovely but be fore-warned its clothing optional and there's a lot of nudity. There are lounge chairs to sit in and there's even a sauna area and changing rooms. I enjoyed two massage sessions while I was there. One was an apprentice massage which was just fine and very relaxing, the other was a Lumi Lumi Hawaiian massage which was amazing and different and just... quiet an experience. I would recommend it to anyone. I hope to return next summer on a sabbatical which is 30 days of participating in the community and it includes all of my lodging and meals and some massage work as well. It was hard to leave.

    I didn't make for the E-dance or Holiday Festivities or New Years Festivities but I met some people…read morewho partook in them and expressed a good time. I went for a yoga class led by Marcia, 90 minutes flew by. There's places to stay, a store etc

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    Kalani - A photo from one of our hula class celebrations

    A photo from one of our hula class celebrations

    Kalani - Several ocean view cottages available for guest lodging

    Several ocean view cottages available for guest lodging

    Kalani - The outdoor lanai to our Hale Aloha shop and front desk

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    The outdoor lanai to our Hale Aloha shop and front desk

    Seaside Tennis Club - View from Court, number #8

    Seaside Tennis Club

    5.0(7 reviews)
    53.3 mi
    $$$

    You'll never see more gorgeous views than you will from these tennis courts at the Mauna Kea. The…read moreviews alone are worth 5 stars, but the drills were super fun too. I was told by the concierge ahead of time that I didn't need to worry about booking tennis until the day before so to just wait until we got to the resort. It turns out the drills book up fast and way ahead of time so when I called on arrival day I ended up being #9 or 10 on the waitlist. Eek! Fortunately, the waitlist moves since people get busy with other things to do in the Big Island so I did get in to 2 classes. Joseph and Dan (i think) taught both drills. We started the drills with a warm up and then did a bunch of mini games. I'd say most players were at the intermediate level and they did a good job of pairing us up so that the levels were well matched. An hour of drills flew by, especially when looking at that view! My daughter also took one of the kids drills, which she enjoyed. The ages ranged from about 10-15 so at 14 she was one of the older kids, but all of them hit pretty well. The instructor did a great job of keeping them engaged with games and the hour seemed to move pretty fast for them too. Two other days I reserved courts (that you do the day before- i recommend calling in the morning since they fill fast)) and hit with my kids, which was a lot of fun. It can get pretty windy out by the ocean and a little hot too, but they drop off water while you're playing to keep you hydrated. We left our racquets back at home (less to pack), but we just rented racquets which was also a good way to try out some new ones. I have my eye on a Yonex after playing pretty well with it one day! The pickleball courts were even more full than the tennis courts. I stuck with tennis this trip, but would love to do both next time!

    I do not know the club members nor the coaching staff here but I do know that this is one of the…read moremost epic places to play tennis possibly in the world. Funny I live near a small town called Seaside and grew up playing at one of the tennis clubs, in regards to ambiance nothing compares to this fabulous resort tennis club. Here to celebrate a close family friend's wedding we decided to play a little mixed doubles and sweat out some of last night's libations. It was hard for me to focus as I heard the waves lightly crashing ashore and the view of the palm trees didn't help as I raised my face into the sun to hit a serve. This club is run by a friendly staff as they remembered that family that I arrived with, they are as regular as visitors to hit island get and the pro shop is neatly laid out and it was hard for me not to buy one of those bright signature orange Mauna Kea Beach Hotel logo-ed hats or shirts. Lucky for me, the color orange and I do not get along... well at least not Tony the Tiger orange. If you enjoy the game of tennis and you want to hit a few while visiting the Kohala coast, I recommend hitting up the Seaside Tennis Club. If not for tennis, just check out the club grounds to see how magical and refreshing it would be to play here. Open 8:00am-5:00pm Daily

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    Seaside Tennis Club - View from court number 11

    View from court number 11

    Seaside Tennis Club - Morning Tennis with the sun rising over Mauna Kea. One of the best time to get a lesson at Seaside Tennis Club!

    Morning Tennis with the sun rising over Mauna Kea. One of the best time to get a lesson at Seaside Tennis Club!

    Seaside Tennis Club - The most gorgeous views  from these tennis courts

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    The most gorgeous views from these tennis courts

    Akaka Falls State Park - Flowers everywhere

    Akaka Falls State Park

    4.4(558 reviews)
    10.9 mi

    I don't know if I would call this a hike, so much as a paved loop walk. Try to come early as the…read moreparking lot can get really filled, spilling into "paid" parking on the side of the roadway. You probably won't spend longer than an hour hear, unless you really get obsessive about capturing those perfect photo shots to post on Instagram. The pictures people have posted pretty much speak for themselves. But nothing beats seeing this live waterfalls, flowing in-person. With the wind in your hair, the scent of all the lush plants and such. This is on the Hilo side of the Big Island that is Hawai'i, so check the weather plan around the tropical rains that may or may not happen around the weeks you visit. You may pass some roadside stalls along the way here, where they're selling freshly cut pineapple of incomparable sweetness and flavor. Overall, definitely a space to get your dose of shinrin-yoku/forest bathing to cleanse your etheric body and be present in the moment.

    This is more than just a waterfall, it's an experience where you immerse yourself in a rainforest…read moreand appreciate the beauty, sounds, smells, and little creatures around you. Although the entire hike is about half an hour, I would recommend you take your time and see everything around you. The hike itself is not strenuous. Some of the reviews indicate the steps were arduous, but our little 3-year-old had no problem. The paths are paved with railings. It didn't take long before we reached where Akaka falls was visible. It is beautiful against the mossy green backdrop. Then we climb the stairs to see the other waterfall, but when we got there, it was pretty anti-climatic. It's a small little fall, but still worth seeing. Overall, this is a beautiful spot to discover new plants, see a couple of waterfalls, and take a ton of pictures.

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    Akaka Falls State Park - At Akaka Falls State Park

    At Akaka Falls State Park

    Akaka Falls State Park - Signage for Akaka Falls State Park

    Signage for Akaka Falls State Park

    Akaka Falls State Park - Is there a Geico Office at Akaka Falls State Park?

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    Is there a Geico Office at Akaka Falls State Park?

    Edith Kanaka'ole Tennis Stadium - tennis - Updated May 2026

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