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.
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?
Ho'okena Beach Park
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ho'okena Beach Park during your trip to Captain Cook? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor
£98
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island
£66
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive from Keauhou Harbor
£93
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
The Best of Kona Snorkeling Trips-Best Value Snorkeling Guarantee
£53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour - Captain Cook Monument (Kona, Big Island)
£107
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Deluxe Morning Snorkel Adventure from Keauhou Small Boat Harbor
£106
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Kona Paradise
Ocean Beach Home In The Heart Of Authentic Old Hawaii
Captain Cook HI
Stay at this holiday home in Captain Cook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (293 reviews)
"This place was gorgeous and very appropriately priced. The house was better than the pictures. It was very clean and comfortable. The snorkeling at the beach across the street was awesome! It is a little drive from Kona but we didn’t mind that at all. It is such a relaxing and peaceful place."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
STUNNING OCEAN COASTAL VIEWS! LOVED BY GUESTS-Privacy- 2 min LOCAL BEACH!
KONA COAST HI
Stay at this holiday home in Captain Cook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time. Host was great. House was clean, patio deck was awesome to sit out on and watch the sunset. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
78-128 Ehukai Street Kailua-Kona HI
The price is £249 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£249
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! (1,115 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful hotel with the best staff! Loved my stay here! I’d choose to stay here every time! Such a wonderful experience! Views are incredible, breakfast was delicious, the luau is beautiful and an absolute must do!! Mahalo!"
Reviewed on 18 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 ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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.
