Title: Alii Kai Travel Guide: Best of Alii Kai, Kailua-Kona Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Alii Kai](https://expedia.co.uk/Alii-Kai-Hotels.d975900959004065792.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kailua-Kona](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kailua-Kona.d1879.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kailua-Kona](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kailua-Kona.d1879.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Alii Kai Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alii-Kai.d975900959004065792.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alii Kai Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alii-Kai.d975900959004065792.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Alii Kai Travel Guide ## Kailua-Kona ## Visit Alii Kai Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kailua-Kona travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona.dx1879) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965066/99e32530-c24c-4477-bb66-01cc6dee85aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kailua Pier After visiting Kailua Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kailua-Kona. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Pier-Historic-Kailua-Village.d553248621526965066.Attraction) ![Magic Sands Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287814/4e6bd2f9-613c-42d8-99f1-7576ec23a1b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Magic Sands Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Magic Sands Beach during your travels in Kailua-Kona? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Magic-Sands-Beach-Kahaluu-Keauhou.d6287814.Attraction) ![Kahalu\'u Beach Park which includes rugged coastline, a coastal town and surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125342/fb5b0155-4903-4b54-a07f-adadad186cac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kahalu'u Beach Park Snorkel with tropical fish and swim with sea turtles at this great dive location. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kahaluu-Beach-Park-Kailua-Kona.d6125342.Attraction) ![Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park featuring tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160287/f4f6f02c-489b-40cf-93e2-2f037cb75a07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park Discover ancient Hawaii at this historic settlement. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaloko-Honokohau-National-Historical-Park-Kailua-Kona.d6160287.Attraction) ![A weathered statue of the Hawaii god Ku. Ku is the god of war and prosperity.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626247204242641/6cea80f5-0dcd-4248-a8c8-ea88fd4ae1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kailua-Kona Beaches Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kailua-Kona Beaches during your trip to Kaupulehu? Stroll along the beaches or visit the spas in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona-Beaches-Hawaii.d553248635976496889.Attraction) ![Ancient Hawaiian Ruins, Big Island #adventure #hawaii #bigisland #beaches #beachlover #volcanoes ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969320/c3fcddce-12d3-4e97-b713-823c5014c62e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Keauhou Shopping Center You can enjoy retail therapy at Keauhou Shopping Center during your trip to Kailua-Kona. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the snorkelling spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Keauhou-Shopping-Center-Kahaluu-Bay.d6125340.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/379294/5077ba67-1482-45df-82d9-f2bf8bf153b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch £76 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/deluxe-snorkel-dolphin-watch.a379294.activity-details) ![Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45278718/3d17c02a-3359-45d4-99ab-3f881d9116af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime £70 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manta-ray-night-snorkel-experience-of-a-lifetime.a45278718.activity-details) ![The Glassbottom Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393134/d190ebeb-4c3b-41aa-8b70-eacc12f2bbac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Glass-Bottom Boat Reef Tour £54 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/glass-bottom-boat-reef-tour.a1393134.activity-details) ![Kona Underwater Submarine Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/387386/1821fe80-2d40-4fa4-a1f5-99204d7f105c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kona Underwater Submarine Adventure £119 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kona-underwater-submarine-adventure.a387386.activity-details) ![Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3013206/93ac72a0-8a5a-474b-926f-513bf2bdcebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay £66 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin.a3013206.activity-details) ![Gathering of kings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49212164/595c8b90-c8a1-466c-a542-874ac1a71603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hawaii Loa Luau on the Big Island £160 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hawaii-loa-luau-on-the-big-island.a49212164.activity-details) [See all activities in Kailua-Kona](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kailua-Kona.d1879.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Alii Kai ![Royal Kona Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25300/25276/df9877d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Kona Resort 75-5852 Alii Dr Kailua-Kona HI £209 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,825 reviews) Great location. Staff was very helpful. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=25276&PinnedHotelID=25276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975900959004065792) ![PACIFIC 19 Kona](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82990000/82982600/82982538/f73032c0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### PACIFIC 19 Kona 75-5646 Palani Rd Kailua-Kona HI £191 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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 in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,246 reviews) very good Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=82982538&PinnedHotelID=82982538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975900959004065792) ![OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49180000/49176000/49175916/7ea86a85_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa 78-128 Ehukai Street Kailua-Kona HI £439 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews) Room was clean and updated. Main restaurant is under construction, so pool bar and breakfast patio only for food. Staff was very friendly and efficient. Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=49175916&PinnedHotelID=49175916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975900959004065792) ![Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21741/9a353a58_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel 75-5660 Palani Road Kailua-Kona HI £277 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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 in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Location... Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=21741&PinnedHotelID=21741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975900959004065792) ![Kona Coast Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/581000/580914/4a5459ba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,417 reviews) Our stay was great! We loved the location, the size of the apartment, the updated look, that there were 2 restrooms and a full sized kitchen! We prepared most of our meals daily and enjoyed the live music and bar area in the evenings. We also got to enjoy a hula show out on the lawn facing the beach ... Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=580914&PinnedHotelID=580914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975900959004065792) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=580914&PinnedHotelID=580914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975900959004065792) ![Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7720000/7714600/7714581/73bb732a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG 75-146 Sarona Ln Kailua-Kona HI £228 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 9 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) Check in staff aura's very friendly and kind. Breakfast was nice would appreciate a few more vegan selections. The only reason I didn't give the place a five is that it was noisy in the hallways and it was noisy above us. The location was excellent for getting to old Kona Town and walking ... Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=7714581&PinnedHotelID=7714581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=975900959004065792) [See all 3,502 properties in Alii Kai](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026®ionId=975900959004065792) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona-Holualoa-Village.dx864443470381879296) ![Rugged Lava Shoreline Along Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472244/eda3057f-566b-41ef-987e-99cbfc9534b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona-Alii-Heights-Mauka.dx553248635976472244) ![Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965066/99e32530-c24c-4477-bb66-01cc6dee85aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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-Kona Wharf and Kamakahonu Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Historic-Kailua-Village.dx6294721) ![Magic Sand beach is a very nice beach to hang out and watch sunset. Waves 🌊 could be magical and dangerous to have kids get close with it.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635979618216/2e4f32c4-ec44-4342-8f9d-e361500c946f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona-Kahaluu-Bay.dx553248633938969320) ![Panorama, coconut palms on golf course fairways](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11863/59d394c3-c969-45cf-a307-a6b71e06e402.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Keauhou A noteworthy feature of Keauhou is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Keauhou Shopping Center and Keauhou Bay Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Keauhou.dx11863) ![Aerial panorama of the Kona coast on the Big Island in Hawaii. Area of the surfing spot named Pine Trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975852262/6b1ebc1a-27d4-4607-ac8f-6aa8409c1401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kahaluu-Keauhou If you're spending some time in Kahaluu-Keauhou, Keauhou Shopping Center and Keauhou Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing. 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