Kona Paradise Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
One of Hawaii’s most famous landmarks, this park is bursting with history and home to remarkable archaeological ruins.

Captain Cook Monument
The spot where British explorer, Captain James Cook, met his fate in Hawaii is now the perfect starting point from which to explore the seas.

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 Kona Paradise?
South Kona Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Kona Beaches during your trip to Kona Paradise?
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.
Activities

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

Deluxe Morning Snorkel Adventure

Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive

Snorkel Tour to Captain Cook Monument Kailua-Kona, Big Island

Snorkel Expedition South Kona
Our pick of the best Kona Paradise Hotel Deals

180 Degree Ocean View! Steps to Beach! REDUCED rate May+June 2026
Very clean home, has everything you could need, fresh water for drinking. Great views from the deck, quiet and safe neighborhood a bonus! Had a cooler for us to take to the beach, beach chairs, all kinds of stuff available for use. Loved relaxing on the screened deck mornings and evenings. Host responded ...
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Ocean Beach Home In The Heart Of Authentic Old Hawaii
Had an amazing stay at the beach house! The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you could ever need. The house was very clean and we felt right at home as soon as we walked in. The best part was the gorgeous view of the ocean and the amazing sunsets. Our stay exceeded our expectations, wish ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat
We loved this welcoming home-away-from-home during our time on the Big Island - mahalo!
Reviewed on 12 June 2025

Peaceful Paradise: Oceanfront Views - Steps from Pebble Beach
The property was clean and the ocean view was AMAZING! We loved the location and the proxinity to everything! The kitchen was well-stocked with dishes, silverware, pots and pans, coffee pots and even some essentials that you may have forgotten. Check-in was a breeze!
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Stunning ocean views guest house in Kona Paradise, quiet & safe neighborhood.
Our host as very accommodating and responded to anything we needed. The daylight lower apartment is nicely set up. We could see a little view of trees and the water from the small deck with a surrounding flowering garden.We were able to make meals on the hot plate and small refrigerator provided. ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2025

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
Resort location was superb. Ocean view room was spectacular! Loved the adult only pool as well as the on property market which we frequented often. Also enjoyed the twice weekly farmers market, which had art and tasty food options. There's also a large grocery store nearby to get poke, pineapple, ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kona Paradise

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

