Puako travel guide

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You're Going to Love Puako

With a population of 772, Puako is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Puako has to offer.

Where to Eat in Puako

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pueo's Osteria (68-1820 Waikoloa Road Suite 1201) and Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - WAIKOLOA, Hawaii (201 Waikoloa Beach Drive Suite 801) are great picks.

When to visit Puako

Puako in June
Estimated hotel price
$549
1 night at 3-star hotel
Puako in June
Estimated hotel price
$549
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Puako in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 64.4 °F, with an average temperature of 71.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.3″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Puako, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.

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How to Get to Puako

Plane

When flying to Puako, you’ll arrive at Waimea (Kamuela) Waimea Kohala (MUE), which is located 18 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Puako departs from Kahului and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Puako is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 257 km from Puako. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Puako, you’ll arrive at Waimea (Kamuela) Waimea Kohala (MUE), which is located 18 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Puako departs from Kahului and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Puako is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 257 km from Puako. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airlines serving Puako

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,589 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,588 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,963 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,955 reviews)
Finnair
Good (860 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,720 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,586 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (186 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (772 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (973 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (57 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (814 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (776 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (613 reviews)
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Where to stay in Puako

Average rates range from around $477 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,456 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Puako

Most booked hotels in Puako

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 94 reviews)
$593+
Fairmont Orchid
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 197 reviews)
$548+
Fairmont Orchid Gold Experience
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 29 reviews)
$640+
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 18 reviews)
$1,002+
Castle Waimea Country Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 503 reviews)
$189+
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, 113 reviews)
$418+

Renting a car in Puako

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Puako (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Puako (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.