Kona Palisades Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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
Magic Sands Beach

Magic Sands Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Magic Sands Beach during your travels in Kailua-Kona?

Magic Sands Beach
Kahalu\'u Beach Park showing rocky coastline, a coastal town and tropical scenes

Kahalu'u Beach Park

4/5(17 reviews)

A stunning and tranquil waterside haven, particularly popular with snorkelers and divers.

Kahalu'u Beach Park
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

4.5/5(11 reviews)

A historic settlement where you can learn more about the charms and mysteries of ancient Hawaii.

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park
Kailua-Kona Wharf

Kailua-Kona Wharf

4/5(15 reviews)

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
Kua Bay showing a sandy beach and a coastal town

Kua Bay

4/5(4 reviews)

Get away from it all in this tranquil, beautiful part of the island where you can relax and unwind by the coast in peace

Kua Bay

Activities

COMBO: Wild Dolphin / Whale Watch & Reef Snorkel Adventure on Speed Boat!

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

NZ$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kona Wild Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Reef Snorkel Adventure
Kona Coast Helicopter Tour

Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

NZ$419
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats
Guaranteed Dolphin and Whale Watch Tour in Kona

Guaranteed Dolphin and Whale Watch Tour in Kona

NZ$186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guaranteed Dolphin and Whale Watch Tour in Kona
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

NZ$61
per traveller
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Kona, Big Island

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

NZ$160
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island
Kona Underwater Submarine Adventure

Kona Underwater Submarine Adventure

NZ$255
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kona Underwater Submarine Adventure
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Our pick of the best Kona Palisades Hotel Deals

Royal Kona Resort
Royal Kona Resort
3.5 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is NZ$488 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
NZ$488
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,574 reviews)
"Bay Tower room facing west to the ocean and sunsets was spectacular!"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 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 NZ$572 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$572
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Quite"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
PACIFIC 19 Kona
PACIFIC 19 Kona
3.5 out of 5
75-5646 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is NZ$453 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
NZ$453
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,443 reviews)
"Good location, our room had a few bugs in it when we arrived so we had to go back to the desk and switcg. But the second room was perfect"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Hilton Waikoloa Village
4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa, HI
The price is NZ$679 per night from 1 May to 2 May
NZ$679
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Spacious property with plenty of area for everyone. The lagoon was fabulous. Pools weren’t over crowded and the perfect temp Palace tower was wondeful. Overall great resort"

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Hilton Waikoloa Village
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 NZ$603 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
NZ$603
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
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 our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Best property I've ever stayed at. Very Lovely"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
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 NZ$582 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
NZ$582
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (984 reviews)
"Food, shopping and market was walking distance and the small beach was nice calm clear water."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 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 Honl's Beach and Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden.

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(5 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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