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50 Shades of Blue - Manini'owali Beach at Kua Bay, part of Kekaha Kai State Park, is another of the very pretty Hawaii Big Island beaches, with fine white sand that slopes gently to the beautiful clear turquoise water. The swimming here is awesome when the ocean is calm, and there can be some decent snorkeling along the rocky outcroppings at either end of the beach. During certain times of the year, particularly the summer months, the beautiful soft sand covers the entire beach from north to south. More lava rocks become exposed in the winter months as sand is carried out with the surf. Be aware of those rocks in the shallows when boogie boarding or body surfing. This is a good place to have water shoes to navigate across the rocks. Manini'owali Beach is one of the nicer Big Island beaches that is easy to reach from Kailua-Kona. You can practically drive right to the beach, and some days it seems everyone on the Big Island knows it! If you arrive later in the day, parking can be a little crazy, especially on weekends. As you approach the beach you may see cars lined up down the road. You may have to walk down the road a bit but don't worry; there's plenty of room on the beach! There is a rocky shoreline trail at the northern end of the beach that leads to another of our favorite Hawaii beaches, spectacular Kikaua Beach to the north. The trail winds through a lava field and across a coral beach less than a mile to scenic Kikaua Point.

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Royal Kona Resort

10/10 Excellent

"It is a beautiful resort, very well maintained. The rooms are large and comfortable. The lagoon was our absolute favorite. "

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing property but even more importantly what a superamazing staff!! Ryan deserves all the credit. Her quick thinking kindness solved our issue so elegantly. This is indeed a VIP in all the senses. The fact that she is so likeablle made it even better!! Isiah from in room dining was great and easy to talk to. Chayan on check in made us feel like ohana! Greg upon check out conitnued to make us feel wanted and loved. Overall, a lovely property and a great experience but once again Ryan deserves the biggest mahalo nui loa!! Thank you four seasons Aloha and malama till we see you again"

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What's the area like around Manini'owali Beach?

Manini'owali Beach is located in Kailua-Kona. Travellers like this welcoming area for its beaches and island views. You'll find 119 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Manini'owali Beach?

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 7 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Manini'owali Beach. Another good option is Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, located 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Manini'owali Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Manini'owali Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Manini'owali Beach.

What can I see and do near Manini'owali Beach?

Dip your toes in the water at Kailua-Kona Beaches, Kikaua Point Beach Park and Makalawena Beach. Enjoy nature at Kua Bay, King's Pond or Mahai'ula Beach. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course and Kaʻupulehu Cultural Center.

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