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Top Hotels Near Makalawena Beach in Kailua-Kona from NZ$414

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Our top choices for Makalawena Beach hotels

Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
9.5 km from Makalawena Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"Compare to the other places we stayed, it was average."
United States
Shuang
The price is NZ$515
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
5.0 star property
Kaupulehu, 5.6 km from Makalawena Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (475)
"Spa"
United States
Tatsu
The price is NZ$2,861
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
5.0 star property
Kaupulehu, 6.4 km from Makalawena Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (71)
"Very nice"
United States
Yuchen
The price is NZ$2,380
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kona Tiki Hotel

Kona Tiki Hotel
2.5 star property
Holualoa Village, 19.1 km from Makalawena Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229)
"Rooms bright clean liked the decor and scenic— "
Canada
Teena
The price is NZ$519
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kona Tiki Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
2.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.3 km from Makalawena Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Good location and I appreciated the breakfast option each morning"
United States
jamie
The price is NZ$527
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona
3.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17 km from Makalawena Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2104)
"Friendly staff, great location."
Canada
Nicola
The price is NZ$414
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
PACIFIC 19 Kona

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17 km from Makalawena Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Perfect location."
United States
Iris Astrid
The price is NZ$652
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort
4.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 18.2 km from Makalawena Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2794)
"Great location, great room service"
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$488
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Royal Kona Resort

Kona Islander Inn Condos

Kona Islander Inn Condos
3.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
6.4 out of 10, (148)
"We would stay there again. Great location. We didn’t use the pool or hot tub. "
United States
Iris Kimie
The price is NZ$1,064
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Kona Islander Inn Condos

Tropical Kailua-kona Escape < 7 Mi to Keauhou Bay!

Tropical Kailua-kona Escape < 7 Mi to Keauhou Bay!
3.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is NZ$928
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Tropical Kailua-kona Escape < 7 Mi to Keauhou Bay!

Kona Mansions E333 1 Bedroom Condo

Kona Mansions E333 1 Bedroom Condo
3.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 18.3 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is NZ$1,302
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Kona Mansions E333 1 Bedroom Condo
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Makalawena Beach?
Makalawena Beach is located in Makalawena. Travellers like the surrounding area for its island views, sunsets and seaside. You'll find 139 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Makalawena Beach?
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 7 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Makalawena Beach. Another good option is Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, located 4 mi (6.4 km) away.
How many hotels will I find close to Makalawena Beach?
Expedia has 139 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Makalawena Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Makalawena Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Makalawena Beach.
What can I see and do near Makalawena Beach?
Dip your toes in the water at Manini'owali Beach, Kailua-Kona Beaches and Kikaua Point Beach Park. Enjoy nature at Kua Bay, Mahai'ula Beach or Mahaiula Bay. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course, Kekaha Kai State Park and The Vanillerie are worth a stop while you're in the area.