Kona Palisades Travel Guide

Kailua-Kona

Popular places to visit

Magic Sands Beach

Magic Sands Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Magic Sands Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Kailua-Kona. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Magic Sands Beach
Kailua Pier

Kailua Pier

Find out about the history of Kailua-Kona when you take a trip to Kailua Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Kailua Pier
Kahalu\'u Beach Park which includes rugged coastline, a coastal town and surfing

Kahalu'u Beach Park

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Snorkel with tropical fish and swim with sea turtles at this great dive location.

Kahalu'u Beach Park
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

4/5(1 review)

Discover ancient Hawaii at this historic settlement.

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park
Keauhou Shopping Center

Keauhou Shopping Center

You can enjoy retail therapy at Keauhou Shopping Center during your trip to Keauhou. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Keauhou Shopping Center
Kailua-Kona Wharf

Kailua-Kona Wharf

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront of Kailua-Kona Wharf and enjoy activities such as snorkelling in Kailua-Kona. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Kailua-Kona Wharf

Things to do

Kona Wild Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel Adventure

Kona Wild Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel Adventure

฿2,840
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Kona Wild Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel Adventure
Big Island Luau: Dance, Feast, Open Bar, Polynesian Culture & Fun

Island Breeze Luau on the Big Island

฿6,122
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Island Breeze Luau on the Big Island
Kona Coast Helicopter Tour

Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

฿8,039
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

฿1,169
per traveller
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

฿902
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona
Big Island Parasailing Experience

Big Island Parasailing Experience

฿2,962
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Island Parasailing Experience
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Top hotels in Kona Palisades

Royal Kona Resort
Royal Kona Resort
3.5 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is ฿6,492 per night from 11 May to 12 May
฿6,492
฿8,642 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,545 reviews)
"I loved the ocean front view from our room and at the restaurant. They had construction going on but it didn’t bother us. The resort was clean and staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

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 ฿8,675 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿8,675
฿11,611 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"It was perfect"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
4 out of 5
69-699 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI
The price is ฿9,239 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿9,239
฿11,882 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Overall, the facility was clean, comfortable, and enjoyable. Great king bed and bedding. The unit was well equipped. Our unit was ground level, which was nice. However, it was quite a distance from pool area, and parking closer to pool and lobby was limited. This inhibited our use of those ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Hilton Waikoloa Village
4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI
The price is ฿8,771 per night from 7 May to 8 May
฿8,771
฿12,239 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"My wife and I enjoyed it a lot. My wife likes to find varied places to read when at a resort. This was easily done. Dining was tasty...though at resort prices of course. The only real disappointment was they have a canal that can run boats along on a track. So you would have that option to use instead ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Hilton Waikoloa Village
PACIFIC 19 Kona
PACIFIC 19 Kona
3.5 out of 5
75-5646 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is ฿6,067 per night from 11 May to 12 May
฿6,067
฿8,140 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3.5-star 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,524 reviews)
"Great location close to shopping restaurants and pier. Excellent coffee and very pleasant staff and atmosphere."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
3.5 out of 5
75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is ฿9,439 per night from 11 May to 12 May
฿9,439
฿12,001 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Whole hotel seemed very newly renovated, themed perfectly. Amazing stay highly recommended. Friendly staff, great location."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Kona Palisades

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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 Pier and Kailua-Kona Wharf.

Historic Kailua Village
Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden featuring tropical scenes and a park

Holualoa Village

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

Holualoa Village
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Alii Heights Mauka

While there might not be top attractions in Alii Heights Mauka, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Magic Sands Beach and Kahalu'u Beach Park.

Alii Heights Mauka
Kahalu\'u Beach Park featuring landscape views, snorkelling and coral

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
Kahalu\'u Beach Park featuring landscape views, snorkelling and coral

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
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Keauhou Mauka

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Keauhou Mauka and surrounding area, you can visit Kona Country Club and Keauhou Shopping Center.

Keauhou Mauka

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