Kona Paradise Travel Guide
Captain Cook
Visit Kona Paradise
Popular places to visit
Captain Cook Monument
Hike, kayak or take a boat cruise to the monument celebrating the life of the famous British explorer.
Kealakekua Bay
Explore the great outdoors at Kealakekua Bay and enjoy the spectacular coral reefs during your trip to Captain Cook. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.
Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
Visit the historic walled refuge of Hawaiian lawbreakers, the only place on the island where their lives would be spared.
Painted Church
After visiting Painted Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Honaunau-Napoopoo. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Pebbles Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pebbles Beach during your trip to Captain Cook?
South Kona Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Kona Beaches during your trip to Captain Cook?
Things to do
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor
฿4,329
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive from Keauhou Harbor
฿4,102
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour - Captain Cook Monument (Kona, Big Island)
฿4,728
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Volcano National Park Adventure From Kona
฿8,508
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island
฿4,566
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Kona Paradise
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
78-128 Ehukai Street Kailua-Kona HI
The price is ฿7,980 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿7,980
฿10,842 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,116 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Outrigger in Kona. We stayed in an Ocean View Room for four nights. The lanai was large with a table. The rooms were clean and spacious. We loved the pool with the Ocean View and the slide. The store/coffee shop onsite was helpful. We ate at the restaurant for our ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Kona Coast Resort
78-6842 Alii Dr Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this golf hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,446 reviews)
"Beautiful property with really friendly staff. Usually such nice resorts are very strict and probably not as fun but never once did I feel like the Kona staff was rude or unfriendly."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Holua Resort
78-7190 Kaleiopapa Street Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this golf hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The refrigerator froze our groceries even when adjusted to the highest temperature setting, and the ice maker didn’t work. The pools and hot tubs are small. Otherwise, the premises was okay."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Club Wyndham Mauna Loa Village
78-7190 Kaleiopapa St. Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this golf hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Castle Kanaloa at Kona
78-261 Manukai Street Kailua-Kona HI
Stay at this apartment in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (481 reviews)
"Beautiful"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Gingerhill Farm Retreat
81-6467 Mamalahoa Hwy Kealakekua HI
The price is ฿2,942 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
฿2,942
฿6,975 total
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this country house in Kealakekua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Greenwell Farms and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)
"Beautiful lush property, good vibes and perfect to unplug! We loved utilizing the kitchen to make breakfast in the mornings!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Kona Paradise
Find the best Kona Paradise areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Opihihale
While visiting Opihihale, you might make a stop by sights like Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches.
