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Banyan's Surfing Area

Banyan's Surfing Area

United States, Hawai'i, Holualoa 

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Banyan's Surfing Area

United States, Hawai'i, Holualoa 

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Located in the town of Kailua Kona, Banyan’s Surfing Area is a long and narrow beach situated in front of the incredible Holualoa Bay.  Banyan’s Surfing Area is surrounded by coconut palm trees, mesquite trees, ironwood, lava rocks, tide pools, and a few small water ponds. The beach at Banyan’s Surfing Area is a well-known destination for surfing – it has one of the most popular breaks in the town.  In addition, swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and watching green sea turtles are popular here. 

If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a 10-minute drive of Banyan’s Surfing Area. The American restaurant Honoka’a Public House offers burgers, sandwiches, steak, salmon, soups, cocktails, desserts, and has a long martini list.  If you like Italian food, Café il Mondo serves classic Italian dishes like Chicken Parmigiana and Fettuccine Alfredo, pasta, chicken, and beef dishes.  Another good restaurant near Banyan’s Surfing Area is the Korean restaurant Harmoni Foods which has a nice menu including bulgogi, japchae, bibimbap, hoeddeok, and kimchi.

If you are looking for a hotel near Banyan’s Surfing Area, you can drive 25 minutes to many nearby options.  Fairmont Orchid - Hawaii is a 5-Star oceanfront hotel that offers a pool, spa, fitness center, six restaurants, 10 tennis courts, and two 18-hole golf courses.  Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection is a luxurious 4-Star hotel that is situated in front of Mauna Kea Beach and has a pool, wine bar, grill, spa, fitness center, an 18-hole golf course, two airy restaurants, and 11 tennis courts.  The Islands at Mauna Lani, a Destination by Hyatt Residence is a 3-Star hotel with a private beach, pool, bar, spa, gym, an oceanfront restaurant, and two championship golf courses.  If you are looking for a budget-friendly hotel near Banyan’s Surfing Area, the 2-Star Kamuela Inn is situated in the heart of Parker Ranch, one of America’s largest cattle ranches.

Although Banyan’s Surfing Area does not have lifeguards, the beach welcomes dogs.

There are many fun activities here including swimming, surfing, snorkeling, fishing, hiking, bodyboarding, wildlife watching, and photography.

Getting to Banyan’s Surfing Area is very easy – the beach is located along Ali’i Drive where you can find many street parking spots that provide easy access to the beach.

If you are looking for attractions near Banyan’s Surfing Area, you can drive 30 minutes to many nearby options.  Kalahuipua'a Historic Park is an awesome fishing spot with petroglyphs, lava tube dwellings, trails, and fishponds from ancient times.  If you like hiking, Holoholokai Beach Park has a long shoreline hiking trail that overlooks the ocean and is home to an excellent beach featuring black lava rocks mixed with white coral.  The Village Course at Waikoloa is the second oldest golf course in Hawaii and was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. – it has a clubhouse restaurant and practice range.  Another great golf course near Banyan’s Surfing Area is Hapuna Golf Course, an 18-hole golf course with beautiful Instagram-worthy views of the Kohala Coast and Pacific Ocean on the front and Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Kohala Mountains in the back. 

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    Does Banyan's Surfing Area have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does Banyan's Surfing Area have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Banyan's Surfing Area a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Banyan's Surfing Area good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Banyan's Surfing Area have restrooms?

    No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

    Is Banyan's Surfing Area a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Banyan's Surfing Area?

    Yes, this Beach has multiple food options near or on the beach, including restaurants and beach vendors.

    What are the activities at Banyan's Surfing Area?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Snorkeling, Surfing.

    Does Banyan's Surfing Area have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.

    Is Banyan's Surfing Area a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Banyan's Surfing Area good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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