Hilton Waikoloa Village, HiloHilton Waikoloa Village in Hilo, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 10 of 19 hotels we score in Hilo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction. Rooms from about $546 a night (cached, not a live quote).Hilton Waikoloa Village is a large beachfront resort on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii's Big Island, set on Waiulua Bay. Guests can swim and snorkel in a four-acre saltwater lagoon, and there are several pools with water slides. On-site facilities include a spa, luau, restaurants, shops, a golf course, water sports and meeting space, with beach access directly from the property. Rooms start from around $546 a night, so it sits at the higher end of the market. It suits families and travellers who want everything within one resort and do not mind paying for it. Some rooms are dated and would benefit from renovation, which is worth considering before booking.What stands out

Strong pools and water slides

Good choice for families with children

Wide range of on-site amenities

Friendly, helpful staff

Watch out for

Some rooms outdated and needing renovation

Grounds not always well maintained

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