Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort, HiloWaikoloa Beach Marriott Resort in Hilo, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 9 of 19 hotels we score in Hilo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction. Rooms from about $606 a night (cached, not a live quote).Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa sits on the white sand of Anaehoomalu Bay at Waikoloa Beach on Hawaii's Kohala Coast. The 15-acre property holds 297 guest rooms, each with a private lanai, set among tropical gardens. Facilities include a swimming pool, spa, sauna, gym, restaurants, business centre, golf course and direct beach access, and many rooms look out over the ocean. Rates start around $606 a night, so it suits travellers wanting a full-service beachfront resort for a special trip. Guest feedback is generally positive, though some reviewers find the rooms small and dated for the price, so check room categories before booking if space matters to you.What stands out

Beachfront on Anaehoomalu Bay

Pools, spa, golf and gym

Rooms have private lanais

Friendly, attentive staff

Watch out for

Rooms can feel small and dated

Nightly rates are high

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