Opihihale Travel Guide
Captain Cook




Popular places to visit

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.

Captain Cook Monument
Hike, kayak or take a boat cruise to the monument celebrating the life of the famous British explorer.

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.
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.
South Kona Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Kona Beaches during your trip to Kona Paradise?
Kapahukapu Manini Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kapahukapu Manini Beach during your travels in Honaunau-Napoopoo?
Things to do

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive from Keauhou Harbor

Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island

Kealakekua Bay Snorkel Tour - Captain Cook Monument (Kona, Big Island)
Top hotels in Opihihale

Ocean Beach Home In The Heart Of Authentic Old Hawaii
Such a beautiful place, comfortable and well-equipped with everything we could need. From spectacular views to a ton of spices and lovely indoor spaces, it was a great place to relax and explore. We loved the big dormitory room with space for the kids to be while we had a refuge away from them with ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Kona Ocean Villa with Pool, Hot Tub
Amazing beautiful place with lovely owners and care taker!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Kona Coast Original Beach Boys 9.5 acre Estate, Pool and Amazing Ocean Views
The site is paradise. We arrived to a tour of the facilities. The host was gracious, and thorough. The buildings were spotless. The kitchen was well appointed. The star of the show, though, was the pool and hot tub which was used every afternoon by adults and children who had great fun.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
Was terrible communication tried to get ahold of them to switch my reservation to correct island. No one got back to me. They still charged me for the stay. Terrible customer service. Would not recommend outrigger. Sheraton on Kauai was way better. Cleaner, amenities were nice. Would highly suggest ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Kona Coast Resort
My stay with Kona Coast Resort was amazing, we enjoyed our stay. Rooms were spacious and the fully equipped kitchen was helpful. We were very comfortable and the restaurant attached to the resort is tasty. We were suprised to have our own washer and dryer and 2 full bathrooms. Our backyard was beautiful ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Holua Resort
The family loved that the pools were so close. The only thing that wasn't great was parking.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Opihihale

Kona Paradise
While visiting Kona Paradise, you might make a stop by sights like South Kona Beaches and Pebbles Beach.
