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Top hotels and accommodation in Makalawena

Big Island Retreat

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (322)
"I had a wonderful stay at Big Island Retreat. I'll always stay here when I visit the big island! "
The price is NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Big Island Retreat

Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (86)
"Could not recommend this bed and breakfast more, amazing stay, amazing breakfast, amazing service!"
The price is NZ$470
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

Kona Tiki Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (204)
"This is a small, friendly hotel. It is right on the ocean with fabulous waves and views."
The price is NZ$406
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Kona Tiki Hotel

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"The stay was perfect"
The price is NZ$458
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

PACIFIC 19 Kona

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1802)
"We had a great stay. Pool was great and the walkability to beaches and shops. "
The price is NZ$419
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
PACIFIC 19 Kona

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great resort!"
The price is NZ$509
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

Enjoy the Sunset Ocean Front 1BR Apt-pool On-site

2.0 star property
The price is NZ$523
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Enjoy the Sunset Ocean Front 1BR Apt-pool On-site

Royal Kona Resort

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2631)
"Stayed at this property several time it is a very nice location lots to do and places to eat"
The price is NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Royal Kona Resort

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"really enjoyed staying here"
The price is NZ$450
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Cozy Sunset Views W/ Lanai - Close To Beach 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is NZ$708
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Cozy Sunset Views W/ Lanai - Close To Beach 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The sunset view from the beach attached to the hotel and the service of the hotel staff were excellent."
The price is NZ$1,021
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Clean and well maintained hotel, nice ocean view!"
The price is NZ$672
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa

Sea Village

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (101)
"Check in was easy and quick. The room was very clean and had all thr things you would need while on vacation. The property was also very clean and we loved the location as well. Would highly recommend and return here for future vacations. "
The price is NZ$540
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Sea Village

Hilton Waikoloa Village

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1052)
"I loved the different variety of places to dine and the views were beautiful."
The price is NZ$637
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hilton Waikoloa Village

Kona Bali Kai

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (35)
"The views were stunning and the place was clean and had everything we needed and more. I would absolutely come back to this property again. "
The price is NZ$628
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Kona Bali Kai

Aston Kona by the Sea

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1109)
"Good location "
The price is NZ$703
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Aston Kona by the Sea

Kona Islander Inn Condos

3.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (146)
"I would recommend it to others"
The price is NZ$627
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Kona Islander Inn Condos

Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great hotel"
The price is NZ$1,225
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Liked lots of restaurants and shopping that you can walk to."
The price is NZ$578
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (296)
"Great place been here many times beautiful grounds quiet "
The price is NZ$827
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Makalawena?

Royal Kona Resort, located 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from the heart of Makalawena, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your trip to the area are PACIFIC 19 Kona and OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Makalawena.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Makalawena has to offer?

🏖️Gorgeous Ocean Front Estate | Gated Community | Walk to Town: This holiday home rental outside of Makalawena is located by the ocean, and has a balcony, a BBQ and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Makalawena.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Makalawena, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Makalawena.

What's it like to stay in Makalawena?

Visitors can enjoy all that Makalawena has to offer, including the beaches and theatres. This city also attracts tourists with its scenic landscape. There are 5334 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Makalawena.

What is there to see in Makalawena?

The picturesque setting of Kua Bay and Makalawena Beach exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Kehaka Kai State Park and Kekaha Kai State Park. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Makalawena guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Makalawena?

The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Makalawena are August, June, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 268 mm of rainfall.