Kailua-Kona Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kailua-Kona showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sunset
Kailua-Kona showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sunset
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park featuring tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park which includes swimming, general coastal views and tranquil scenes
Kailua-Kona featuring general coastal views and a sunset

Where to stay in Kailua-Kona

Aerial view of Kahikolu Congregation Church, Kealakekua Bay, Big Island, Hawaii, United States of America, North America

Holualoa Village

While visiting Holualoa Village, you might make a stop by sights like Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and Honl's Beach.

Holualoa Village
Aerial panorama of the Kona coast on the Big Island in Hawaii. Area of the surfing spot named Pine Trees.

Kahaluu-Keauhou

If you're spending some time in Kahaluu-Keauhou, Keauhou Shopping Center and Keauhou Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kahaluu-Keauhou
Panorama, coconut palms on golf course fairways

Keauhou

A noteworthy feature of Keauhou is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Keauhou Shopping Center and Keauhou Bay Beach.

Keauhou
Magic Sand beach is a very nice beach to hang out and watch sunset. Waves 🌊 could be magical and dangerous to have kids get close with it.

Kahaluu Bay

5/5(2 area reviews)

Kahaluu Bay is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, seaside views and pristine golf courses. You might want to check out attractions like Kahalu'u Beach Park or Magic Sands Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kahaluu Bay
Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor

Historic Kailua Village

Are you interested in stunning beaches, island views and popular shops? A visit to Historic Kailua Village might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Kailua-Kona Wharf and Kamakahonu Beach.

Historic Kailua Village
After a very bad road of 2 miles in between lava fields, you get tovthid amazing black sand beach, with nearly no-one, just a few turtles 🐢

Kalaoa

Unique features of Kalaoa include the coffee shops and seaside views. Make a stop by Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park or Kailua-Kona Beaches while you're exploring the area.

Kalaoa
PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona

3.5 out of 5
75-5646 Palani Rd Kailua-Kona HI
The price is 4.720.123 ₫ per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
4.720.123 ₫
6.373.518 ₫ total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,220 reviews)
Hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff were great.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort

4 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr Kailua-Kona HI
The price is 5.177.980 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
5.177.980 ₫
6.914.213 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,819 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Royal Kona Resort
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
78-128 Ehukai Street Kailua-Kona HI
The price is 8.890.321 ₫ per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
8.890.321 ₫
11.632.059 ₫ total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
great

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aston Kona by the Sea

Aston Kona by the Sea

4 out of 5
75-6106 Alii Dr Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 meeting rooms and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,192 reviews)
Very good. Clean. Great time

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Aston Kona by the Sea
Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER

3 out of 5
75-6040 Alii Dr Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this condo in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (568 reviews)
The courtesy of the staff. Hot spa! Very clean. Even the guest's were friendly probably because of the nice staff. I should have mentioned the microwave may not spin completely. It still git our dinner hot.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER
Sea Village

Sea Village

2.5 out of 5
75-5992 Ali‘i Dr Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this condo in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Kailua Pier and Magic Sands Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (126 reviews)
The condo was spotless , beautiful view. Everything we needed. We return again soon. Check in was quick and Lei was kind and informative.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Sea Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kailua-Kona

4.3
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I recommend eating at Kenichi’s - Japanese fusion near the resort & a lovely Italian restaurant called Mi’s in Kailua. The swimming and beaches are excellent for snorkeling. Also recommend Captain Zodiac for a snorkeling trip - dolphins and whales.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice place. Would return but very expensive. Then again its Hawaii

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