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An indoor area with a view of the ocean, stone flooring, wooden furniture, and decorative columns.

A coastal hotel with multiple floors, a curved roof, and a view of the ocean.

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A hotel lobby with a water feature, seating, and a stone wall with a television.

1. Royal Kona Resort

Historic Kailua Village

$195

$261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A resort pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building in the background.

A bicycle with a wooden basket parked on a rocky beach with the ocean in the background.

A spacious interior with a dining area, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

2. PACIFIC 19 Kona

Historic Kailua Village

$175

$238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A person sliding down a water slide at a resort with a pool and palm trees in the background.

A coastal resort with a large pool, multiple buildings, and lush greenery.

A terrace with wicker furniture and a round table, overlooking a coastal view with the ocean and palm trees.

A well-maintained golf course with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees.

3. Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa

Keauhou

$281

$375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A balcony with wicker chairs overlooking a beach area with umbrellas and a dock with boats.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows offering a view of palm trees and a body of water.

A tropical resort with a pool, palm trees, and a thatched-roof hut.

A resort with a swimming pool, beach area, and boats.

4. Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Historic Kailua Village

$260

$331 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A sign for Kona Coast Resort at Keauhou Gardens.

A covered outdoor patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a pool and a view of houses.

A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

5. Kona Coast Resort

Keauhou

A beachfront hotel with a stone retaining wall, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees, a pool, and outdoor seating.

6. Aston Kona by the Sea

Holualoa Village

$314

$549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A resort pool area with multiple pools, a waterfall, and a wooden bridge.

A resort with multiple buildings, a central pool area, and surrounding landscaped gardens.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A golf course with multiple buildings, a pond, and a mountainous backdrop.

7. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

Waikoloa

$243

$288 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee station.

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and the ocean.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the pool.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Historic Kailua Village

$210

$249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A resort pool with a thatched-roof hut, palm trees, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A resort with multiple buildings, a pond, and tropical landscaping.

A wooden house with a red roof, a staircase, and a garden with various plants.

A thatched-roof bar area with wooden chairs, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees.

9. Club Wyndham Kona

Holualoa Village

A coastal hotel with balconies, a rocky shoreline, and palm trees.

A lush garden with a curved pathway, palm trees, and various flowering plants.

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A clear blue pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies and palm trees.

10. Sea Village

Holualoa Village

$249

$296 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A large, circular hotel with multiple floors, surrounded by lush greenery and a pool area.

A person in a white robe standing by a pool with lounge chairs and tropical plants in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a large window with a view of the ocean, and a mounted artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with seating.

11. Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

Waikoloa

$185

$267 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A resort with a pool, beach, and ocean view.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a body of water in the background.

A coastal resort with a dining area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

12. Hilton Waikoloa Village

Waikoloa

$259

$367 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with white railings, two green cushioned chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, and a view of the ocean.

A pool with a view of the ocean, white chairs, and a sign indicating a lifeguard on duty.

A coastal property with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a rocky shoreline.

13. Kona Tiki Hotel

Holualoa Village

A wooden house with a metal roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a hammock.

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a chair, all made of natural wood. The room features large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A spacious room with wooden flooring, a sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, and a view of a garden with statues and plants.

A swimming pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by greenery and a gazebo.

14. Holualoa Inn

Holualoa Village

A beachfront property with a waterfall, palm trees, and a house with a blue roof.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A swimming pool with a white fence, palm trees, and a building with a blue roof.

A dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of palm trees and buildings outside.

15. Holua Resort

Keauhou

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A two-story building with a covered outdoor area and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and an umbrella.

16. Kona Islander Vacation Club

Historic Kailua Village

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A resort pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building in the background.

A bicycle with a wooden basket parked on a rocky beach with the ocean in the background.

A spacious interior with a dining area, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

PACIFIC 19 Kona

Historic Kailua Village

$175

per night

$238 total

includes taxes & fees

A person sliding down a water slide at a resort with a pool and palm trees in the background.

A coastal resort with a large pool, multiple buildings, and lush greenery.

A terrace with wicker furniture and a round table, overlooking a coastal view with the ocean and palm trees.

A well-maintained golf course with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees.

Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa

Keauhou

$359

per night

$468 total

includes taxes & fees

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a large table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the ocean.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There is a ceiling fan, a painting of a beach, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

A four-poster bed with a view of the sea through a window.

Big Island Retreat

Kahaluu-Keauhou

$132

per night

$261 total

includes taxes & fees

A beachfront hotel with a stone retaining wall, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees, a pool, and outdoor seating.

Aston Kona by the Sea

Holualoa Village

$314

per night

$549 total

includes taxes & fees

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A beach bar with thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and wooden chairs.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a pool, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

A room with a view of the beach, featuring a wooden deck, a chair, a table with books, and a plant.

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kaupulehu

$125 off

$1,121

per night

$1,442 total

includes taxes & fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A resort pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building in the background.

A bicycle with a wooden basket parked on a rocky beach with the ocean in the background.

A spacious interior with a dining area, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

PACIFIC 19 Kona

Historic Kailua Village

$207

per night

$551 total

includes taxes & fees

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a large table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the ocean.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There is a ceiling fan, a painting of a beach, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

A four-poster bed with a view of the sea through a window.

Big Island Retreat

Kahaluu-Keauhou

$106

per night

$357 total

includes taxes & fees

A sign for Kona Coast Resort at Keauhou Gardens.

A covered outdoor patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a pool and a view of houses.

A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

Kona Coast Resort

Keauhou

$109 off

$309

per night

$735 total

includes taxes & fees

A coastal hotel with balconies, a rocky shoreline, and palm trees.

A lush garden with a curved pathway, palm trees, and various flowering plants.

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A clear blue pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies and palm trees.

Sea Village

Holualoa Village

$279

per night

$663 total

includes taxes & fees

A beachfront hotel with a stone retaining wall, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees, a pool, and outdoor seating.

Aston Kona by the Sea

Holualoa Village

$341

per night

$1,019 total

includes taxes & fees

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a wicker chair with a cushion, and a wooden side table with a plant.

A coastal scene with tall palm trees, a clear blue sky, and a building with a flat roof near the water.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a rocky shoreline, and a clear view of the ocean.

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER

Holualoa Village

$456

per night

$1,466 total

includes taxes & fees

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of the ocean.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

A pathway flanked by lush tropical plants leading to a view of the ocean.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a roof.

Castle Kanaloa at Kona

Keauhou

$269

per night

$817 total

includes taxes & fees

A resort with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

A coastal property with a well-maintained lawn, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a glass coffee table, a beige sofa, teal cushions, and a television.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the ocean.

Kanaloa at Kona by OUTRIGGER

Keauhou

$432

per night

$1,441 total

includes taxes & fees

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A beach bar with thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and wooden chairs.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a pool, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

A room with a view of the beach, featuring a wooden deck, a chair, a table with books, and a plant.

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kaupulehu

$319 off

$1,436

per night

$3,632 total

includes taxes & fees

A beachfront property with a waterfall, palm trees, and a house with a blue roof.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A swimming pool with a white fence, palm trees, and a building with a blue roof.

A dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of palm trees and buildings outside.

Holua Resort

Keauhou

$100 off

$284

per night

$674 total

includes taxes & fees

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A resort pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building in the background.

A bicycle with a wooden basket parked on a rocky beach with the ocean in the background.

A spacious interior with a dining area, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

PACIFIC 19 Kona

Historic Kailua Village

$175

$238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An indoor area with a view of the ocean, stone flooring, wooden furniture, and decorative columns.

A coastal hotel with multiple floors, a curved roof, and a view of the ocean.

A woman sitting on a rocky ledge by a clear, shallow water body with waves crashing nearby.

A hotel lobby with a water feature, seating, and a stone wall with a television.

Royal Kona Resort

Historic Kailua Village

$195

$261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee station.

A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and the ocean.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the pool.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, outdoor seating, and a covered area.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Historic Kailua Village

$210

$249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A balcony with wicker chairs overlooking a beach area with umbrellas and a dock with boats.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows offering a view of palm trees and a body of water.

A tropical resort with a pool, palm trees, and a thatched-roof hut.

A resort with a swimming pool, beach area, and boats.

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Historic Kailua Village

$260

$331 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A person sliding down a water slide at a resort with a pool and palm trees in the background.

A coastal resort with a large pool, multiple buildings, and lush greenery.

A terrace with wicker furniture and a round table, overlooking a coastal view with the ocean and palm trees.

A well-maintained golf course with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees.

Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa

Keauhou

$281

$375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A coastal hotel with balconies, a rocky shoreline, and palm trees.

A lush garden with a curved pathway, palm trees, and various flowering plants.

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and appliances.

A clear blue pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies and palm trees.

Sea Village

Holualoa Village

$249

$296 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A beachfront hotel with a stone retaining wall, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees, a pool, and outdoor seating.

Aston Kona by the Sea

Holualoa Village

$314

$549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A wooden deck with seating, a potted plant, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious living area with a view of the ocean, a large flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating arrangement.

A beach resort with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a person taking a photo.

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Kaupulehu

$1,200

$1,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A tropical garden with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinets.

A patio area with a blue sofa, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, and a building with a stone wall.

Kona Islander Inn Condos

Historic Kailua Village

$89

$362 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A beach with a stone wall, palm trees, and a building with a blue roof.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a ceiling fan. There is a large window with a view of greenery outside.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a mural of a tropical scene.

Kailua Studio w/ Pool Access & Garden Views!

Historic Kailua Village

$149

$373 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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A sunset over the ocean with a tree on the shore.

A church with a white steeple and stone walls.

A sunset over the ocean with silhouettes of palm trees and a tree with a curved trunk.

A beach with palm trees and ocean waves.

A coastal scene with waves crashing against rocks, palm trees, and buildings with blue roofs.

Historic Kailua Village

Historic Kailua Village serves up a delicious slice of Hawaiian royal history along Kailua Bay's turquoise waters. Stroll the oceanfront Alii Drive to discover cultural treasures like Hulihee Palace and the ancient coral stone walls of Mokuaikaua Church. Snorkelers splash in the calm, clear bay while shoppers hunt for treasures at the Kona Farmers Market and local artisan galleries. Waterfront restaurants dish up everything from casual plate lunches to upscale Pacific Rim fusion as the sun dips into the ocean. Most attractions sit within easy walking distance along flat Alii Drive. While public transit is limited, rental cars give you freedom to explore beyond this charming historic district.

An aerial view of a coastal landscape with a clear sky, a large body of water, and a small island with buildings.

A coastal cityscape with a clear view of the ocean, a marina, and a rainbow.

A coastal landscape with a golf course, beach, and ocean.

A coastal landscape with a church, a parking lot, and dense greenery.

Tall palm trees against a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.

Holualoa Village

This artsy mountain village feels like stepping back in time, with century-old wooden storefronts housing galleries along a single main street. Local artists display koa wood sculptures and vibrant island paintings in family-run studios. Nearby coffee farms cascade down volcanic slopes, offering tours that reveal the bean-to-cup process and complimentary tastings. Most galleries and cafes close by 4 PM, so plan morning visits for the best experience. Vacation rentals and B&Bs in converted plantation homes make for charming stays. A rental car is essential for exploring the winding roads and reaching beaches just 15 minutes downhill in Kailua-Kona.

A beach with rocky areas, palm trees, and people swimming and walking.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a lifeguard tower.

A coastal town with dense greenery, a clear blue sky, and a view of the ocean.

A clear turquoise sea with swimmers and snorkelers.

A coastal area with surfers on the water, palm trees, and houses on a hillside.

Kahaluu-Keauhou

Snorkel with rainbow-colored fish at Kahaluu Beach Park or discover ancient Hawaiian history at sacred Keauhou Bay, where King Kamehameha III was born. The striking black lava coastline features remarkable archaeological sites including heiau temples and the Keauhou Holua Slide, an impressive ancient sledding course carved into volcanic rock. Resort restaurants serve fresh seafood while beachside food trucks offer tasty local plate lunches. Most visitors stay in oceanfront resorts or condo rentals that blend naturally with the lava rock landscape. A rental car is essential for exploring beyond the resort areas.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a lifeguard tower.

A beach with rocky areas, palm trees, and people swimming and walking.

A coastal area with surfers on the water, palm trees, and houses on a hillside.

A beach with surfers on blue boards, palm trees, and a house with a green roof.

A coastal scene with surfers, a clear blue sky, and a house surrounded by palm trees.

Kahaluu Bay

Kahaluu Bay offers world-class snorkeling in crystal-clear waters just steps from the sand. Tropical fish dart through the protected reef while the historic Kuemanu Heiau temple ruins provide cultural context above the shore. The "Little Blue Church" creates a perfect photo opportunity against dramatic black lava rock formations. Pack water shoes and reef-safe sunscreen for a day exploring underwater wonders. Vacation rentals and condos with ocean views make up most accommodations in this laid-back area. Though dining options are limited at the bay itself, nearby Kailua-Kona offers plenty of Hawaiian-fusion restaurants just a short drive away. Arrive early or late afternoon to avoid peak crowds.

A coastal cityscape with a clear view of the ocean, a marina, and a rainbow.

Alii Kai

Top landmarks in Kailua-Kona

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and red boats docked at a pier.

Kailua Pier

9.0/10 (666 reviews)

Historic Kailua Village is home to Kailua Pier, so why not stop by during your stay in Kailua-Kona. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

A sandy beach with palm trees, ocean waves, and a few people.

Magic Sands Beach

8.8/10 (1,633 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Magic Sands Beach, located 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Kahalu'u Beach Park, Keauhou Bay Beach, and Kamakahonu Beach.

A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a lifeguard tower.

Kahalu'u Beach Park

9.0/10 (2,088 reviews)

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Kahalu'u Beach Park is a spot you might want to check out, located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Magic Sands Beach, Keauhou Bay Beach, and Kamakahonu Beach.

A carved stone statue on a rocky beach with turquoise waters and palm trees in the background.

Kailua-Kona Beaches

9.2/10 (80 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Kailua-Kona Beaches, located 11.2 mi (18 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Manini'owali Beach, Makalawena Beach, and Kikaua Point Beach Park.

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, palm trees, and a calm sea.

Keauhou Shopping Center

8.2/10 (274 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Keauhou Shopping Center in Keauhou. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

A beach with clear turquoise water, a large tree, and rocky outcrops.

Kua Bay

9.2/10 (379 reviews)

Kaupulehu is home to Kua Bay, so why not stop by during your stay in Kailua-Kona.

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course

8.4/10 (309 reviews)

You might want to play some rounds at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course, located 13 mi (20.8 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. If Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Makani Golf Club and Waikoloa Beach Golf Course are all just a short drive away.

Keauhou Bay Beach

9.2/10 (466 reviews)

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Keauhou Bay Beach located 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Kahalu'u Beach Park, Magic Sands Beach, and Honl's Beach.

Learn more about Kailua-Kona

Dive into the underwater world of Kailua-Kona, where manta rays and sea turtles glide through crystal waters alongside snorkelers. The town hugs the bottom of Hualalai Volcano, creating a dramatic backdrop for sunset luaus. Coffee connoisseurs can sample the famous local brew at Mountain Thunder plantation or numerous cafes dotting the shoreline. Magic Sands Beach and Kahalu'u Beach Park offer perfect spots for sun worship and beginner snorkeling. Sport fishing charters depart daily from Kailua Pier, where the prestigious Ironman World Championship begins and ends each year. After beach time, explore the Kona Community Aquatic Center or watch the spectacular orange-pink sunsets that have made this laid-back town legendary.

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A beachside restaurant named 'Kona Boys' with surfboards and bicycles.

Check out reviews of Kailua-Kona hotels guests love

PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff- booked at last minute unaware their was event at hotel- room only negative was parking"

Kona Coast Resort

Kona Coast Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very nice and accommodating. Rooms were clean and quiet! The kitchen area was also clean . Nice set up for a family on vacation too! We'd definitely would stay there again"

Kona Islander Vacation Club

Kona Islander Vacation Club

10/10 Excellent

"Had a beautiful room looking out to the ocean. Perfectly placed for an evening walk to restaurants and bars. Plenty of space in my room, with tables inside and on the balcony. Kitchenette was very handy. Parking can be a bit tight, but I did manage to park onsite both nights. Supermarkets are a short drive away for supplies, and the airport is 15 min away."

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It’s my place to stay when o go home to visit"

Castle Kanaloa at Kona

Castle Kanaloa at Kona

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. The kitchen is very functional and really the location was ideal."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

8/10 Good

"Convenient downtown location with pool, hot breakfast, and great staff."

Club Wyndham Kona

Club Wyndham Kona

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, and we had no issues during our stay. The property is pretty; we enjoyed walking around. But, mostly, we appreciated the clean room."

Aston Kona by the Sea

Aston Kona by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"It was a lovely place to stay. Would return if travelling to the Big Island again."

Big Island Retreat

Big Island Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"This was a quick layover before heading to the other side of the island for our son’s wedding. We enjoyed being tucked into the tropical setting g bit still a quick walk to the beach. Really adorable place, clean and comfortable. As with many island accommodations there were only fans and breezes through open windows. And there were fun critters to keep us company."

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Kailua-Kona?

Guests like Royal Kona Resort, PACIFIC 19 Kona and Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel.

Can I book a refundable hotel in Kailua-Kona?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Kailua-Kona, most properties offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Kailua-Kona if I want a cheap accommodation?

Two inexpensive options worth considering are Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG and Kona Islander Vacation Club.

Where can I stay in Kailua-Kona if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?

If you want a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 559 vacation homes. In addition, there are 171 apartments and 1915 condos.

What will the weather in Kailua-Kona be like during my trip?

Kailua-Kona is a great place to visit to enjoy the sunshine any time of year with an average temp of 72°F.

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