Kailua-Kona Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona

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
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-Keauhou

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

Kahaluu-Keauhou
Aerial view of turquoise water and rugged coastline over Keauhou Point Hawaii

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
Kahalu\'u Beach Park showing general coastal views and tropical scenes

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
Amazing sunset at dinner last night with the clouds capturing the light of the sun after it has gone below the horizon

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 Kona Brewing Company.

Historic Kailua Village
Beach time

Kalaoa

Unique features of Kalaoa include the coffee shops and seaside views. Make a stop by Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park or Kohanaiki Beach Park 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 4.580.158 ₫ per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
4.580.158 ₫
6.216.862 ₫ total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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! (2,154 reviews)
Price and location

Reviewed on 12 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 5.227.531 ₫ per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
5.227.531 ₫
6.980.379 ₫ total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
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! (2,796 reviews)
Didn’t use the laundry. Didn’t have breakfast.

Reviewed on 8 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 7.210.840 ₫ per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
7.210.840 ₫
9.651.609 ₫ total
5 Feb - 6 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! (1,006 reviews)
We loved this resort! Its in a great location. Make sure you do the night snorkling with the Manta rays! It's located just beside the resort (walking distance).

Reviewed on 11 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! (1,181 reviews)
Very scenic from the balcony. Excellent accommodations

Reviewed on 10 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! (561 reviews)
This is a very nice resort, in an excellent location along Alii Drive; the village is about a ten minute walk to the north and to the south are several beaches and pop-up markets. The rooms at the resort itself are spacious and well-appointed with plenty of room and good kitchens, plus great patios ...

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER
Kona Bali Kai

Kona Bali Kai

2 out of 5
76-6246 Alii Drive Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this condo in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Magic Sands Beach and Kailua Pier are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (65 reviews)
Yes the room was spotless. There was no staff…we never saw them. The location was perfect, near downtown shopping and not far from Safeway Supermarket. We cooked our own breakfast every morning. The kitchen equip with pots and pans pyrex dishes forks and knives, everything. There was also a restaurant ...

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Kona Bali Kai
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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