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 seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Kailua Pier
Magic Sands Beach

Magic Sands Beach

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

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

Kahalu'u Beach Park
Kailua-Kona Wharf

Kailua-Kona Wharf

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
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park

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

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park
Keauhou Shopping Center

Keauhou Shopping Center

You can enjoy retail therapy at Keauhou Shopping Center during your trip to Keauhou. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Keauhou Shopping Center

Activities

Young girl holding a sea urchin on the glass bottom boat in the Pacific Ocean near the Big Island of Hawaii

Glass-Bottom Boat Tour in Waikoloa

NZ$85
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Glass-Bottom Boat Tour in Waikoloa
Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch

NZ$194
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

NZ$184
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime
Sunset private charter

Glass-Bottom Boat Reef Tour

NZ$121
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Glass-Bottom Boat Reef Tour
Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

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

NZ$144
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

NZ$171
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island
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Our pick of the best Kona Palisades Hotel Deals

Beautiful Pool with Stunning Ocean and Sunset Views

Beautiful Pool with Stunning Ocean and Sunset Views

Kailua-Kona
Stay at this vacation home in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Kailua Pier and Makalei Golf Club are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
"Wonderful location, close to the airport, and shopping centers. Pool was a plus on those hot evenings. The sunrises and sunsets were magical from the lanai."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

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Beautiful Pool with Stunning Ocean and Sunset Views
Kona-Amazing sunset, Ocean/POOL/AC/Great loc

Kona-Amazing sunset, Ocean/POOL/AC/Great loc

Kailua-Kona
The price is NZ$432 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$432
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Kailua Pier and Makalei Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Lovely cozy place
"Small but very functional. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Kona-Amazing sunset, Ocean/POOL/AC/Great loc
Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort

3.5 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is NZ$447 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$447
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,699 reviews)
"This was the perfect hotel in the perfect location. Close to dining, shopping, and beautiful sunset views."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Royal Kona Resort
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa, HI
The price is NZ$438 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$438
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,024 reviews)
"Very comfortable very recommended"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower 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$511 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$511
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,025 reviews)
"Wonderfull!!!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa
PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona

3.5 out of 5
75-5646 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is NZ$387 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$387
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,860 reviews)
"Dry nice and comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

PACIFIC 19 Kona
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Other neighbourhoods around Kona Palisades

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park showing signage

Kalaoa

Unique features of Kalaoa include the coffee shops and seaside views. Make a stop by Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park or Kohanaiki Beach Park while you're exploring the area.

Kalaoa
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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
Kua Bay showing tropical scenes and a beach

Kaupulehu

Unique features of Kaupulehu include the beaches and spas. Make a stop by Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course or Kua Bay while you're exploring the area.

Kaupulehu
Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden showing tropical scenes and a garden

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 showing 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

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