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Lea Casa at Casa de Emdeko

Lea Casa at Casa de Emdeko

3.5 out of 5
Holualoa Village
Price was NZ$5,568, price is now NZ$3,566 per person
NZ$3,566
per person
20 May - 27 May
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Return flight included
Christchurch (CHC) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)
9/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
The unit was perfect! Everything you need was there, newer and clean. The furniture and bed were comfortable. The complex is very nice!

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Kona Reef, A Raintree Vacation Club Resort

Kona Reef, A Raintree Vacation Club Resort

3 out of 5
Historic Kailua Village
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Price was NZ$6,282, price is now NZ$3,821 per person
NZ$3,821
per person
20 May - 27 May
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Return flight included
Christchurch (CHC) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (458 reviews)
Staff are friendly and respectful. Location was excellent convenient to down town with live night life. The room was not clean. They had maintanance reconstruction with very disturbing noise from 8 am to 5 pm. If I have knew it before I did not book this place. There is no relaxation time at the place and they blocked access to balcony. It isnot pleasant stay in this location.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER

3 out of 5
Holualoa Village
Price was NZ$5,516, price is now NZ$3,621 per person
NZ$3,621
per person
20 May - 27 May
just found
Return flight included
Christchurch (CHC) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (553 reviews)
Condo was decent. Staff was super. Plenty of ocean views whether at either of the two pools as well as the rest of the complex.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Tours & day trips

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Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Small Group Tour

Big Island in a Day: Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Small Group Tour

Activity duration is 11 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 276 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$441 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 387 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$228 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

Activity duration is 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 101 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$401 per adult
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Weddings & honeymoons

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Honeymoon Lei Greeting at Kona Airport

Honeymoon Lei Greeting at Kona Airport

Activity duration is 15 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$83 per traveller
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Popular places to visit

We discovered this serene little beach last month. After turning off the highway there is a 2 mile drive over rocky unpaved terrain, but if you take it slow any kind of car should be able to traverse it. Our compact rental car did great. There is a parking area, and then a trail through the lava fields to the beach

Mahai'ula Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Mahai'ula Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Kailua-Kona. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Mahai'ula Beach
#blue 50 Shades of Blue - Manini'owali Beach at Kua Bay, part of Kekaha Kai State Park, is another of the very pretty Hawaii Big Island beaches, with fine white sand that slopes gently to the beautiful clear turquoise water. The swimming here is awesome when the ocean is calm, and there can be some decent snorkeling along the rocky outcroppings at either end of the beach. During certain times of the year, particularly the summer months, the beautiful soft sand covers the entire beach from north to south. More lava rocks become exposed in the winter months as sand is carried out with the surf. Be aware of those rocks in the shallows when boogie boarding or body surfing. This is a good place to have water shoes to navigate across the rocks. Manini'owali Beach is one of the nicer Big Island beaches that is easy to reach from Kailua-Kona. You can practically drive right to the beach, and some days it seems everyone on the Big Island knows it! If you arrive later in the day, parking can be a little crazy, especially on weekends. As you approach the beach you may see cars lined up down the road. You may have to walk down the road a bit but don't worry; there's plenty of room on the beach! There is a rocky shoreline trail at the northern end of the beach that leads to another of our favorite Hawaii beaches, spectacular Kikaua Beach to the north. The trail winds through a lava field and across a coral beach less than a mile to scenic Kikaua Point.

Kekaha Kai State Park

Enjoy a trip to Kekaha Kai State Park and popular activities such as snorkelling in Kailua-Kona. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Kekaha Kai State Park
After a very bad road of 2 miles in between lava fields, you get tovthid amazing black sand beach, with nearly no-one, just a few turtles 🐢

Makalawena Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Makalawena Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Makalawena. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Makalawena Beach
#blue 50 Shades of Blue - Manini'owali Beach at Kua Bay, part of Kekaha Kai State Park, is another of the very pretty Hawaii Big Island beaches, with fine white sand that slopes gently to the beautiful clear turquoise water. The swimming here is awesome when the ocean is calm, and there can be some decent snorkeling along the rocky outcroppings at either end of the beach. During certain times of the year, particularly the summer months, the beautiful soft sand covers the entire beach from north to south. More lava rocks become exposed in the winter months as sand is carried out with the surf. Be aware of those rocks in the shallows when boogie boarding or body surfing. This is a good place to have water shoes to navigate across the rocks. Manini'owali Beach is one of the nicer Big Island beaches that is easy to reach from Kailua-Kona. You can practically drive right to the beach, and some days it seems everyone on the Big Island knows it! If you arrive later in the day, parking can be a little crazy, especially on weekends. As you approach the beach you may see cars lined up down the road. You may have to walk down the road a bit but don't worry; there's plenty of room on the beach! There is a rocky shoreline trail at the northern end of the beach that leads to another of our favorite Hawaii beaches, spectacular Kikaua Beach to the north. The trail winds through a lava field and across a coral beach less than a mile to scenic Kikaua Point.

Manini'owali Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manini'owali Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Kailua-Kona. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Manini'owali Beach
Kua Bay showing a sandy beach and a coastal town

Kua Bay

Get away from it all in this tranquil, beautiful part of the island where you can relax and unwind by the coast in peace

Kua Bay
A weathered statue of the Hawaii god Ku. Ku is the god of war and prosperity.

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 relaxing area.

Kailua-Kona Beaches

Top Makolea Beach Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Breezy Kailua-kona Bungalow w/ Lanai & Ocean View!

Breezy Kailua-kona Bungalow w/ Lanai & Ocean View!

3 out of 5
Kailua-Kona HI
Breezy Kailua-kona Bungalow w/ Lanai & Ocean View!
Cozy Vintage Inspired Hawaiian Guest Cottage

Cozy Vintage Inspired Hawaiian Guest Cottage

2 out of 5
Kailua-Kona HI
Cozy Vintage Inspired Hawaiian Guest Cottage
Charming Kailua-kona Apartment Near Hiking & Golf!

Charming Kailua-kona Apartment Near Hiking & Golf!

3 out of 5
Kailua-Kona HI
Charming Kailua-kona Apartment Near Hiking & Golf!
Charming Pu'ukala Sunset - Near Hiking And Golf 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

Charming Pu'ukala Sunset - Near Hiking And Golf 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

3 out of 5
72-1025 Pu?ukala St Kailua-Kona HI
Charming Pu'ukala Sunset - Near Hiking And Golf 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning
Beautiful Pool with Stunning Ocean and Sunset Views

Beautiful Pool with Stunning Ocean and Sunset Views

Kailua-Kona HI
Beautiful Pool with Stunning Ocean and Sunset Views
Perfectly located between the beaches & Kona town, just 10 min from airport.

Perfectly located between the beaches & Kona town, just 10 min from airport.

Kailua-Kona HI
Perfectly located between the beaches & Kona town, just 10 min from airport.
Beautiful, Spacious, Garden View Studio with Kitchenette. Wir Sprechen Deutsch.

Beautiful, Spacious, Garden View Studio with Kitchenette. Wir Sprechen Deutsch.

Kailua Kona HI
Beautiful, Spacious, Garden View Studio with Kitchenette. Wir Sprechen Deutsch.
Beautiful, Ocean View Studio- Quiet, Kitchenette, Sleeps 4, Free WiFi & Parking

Beautiful, Ocean View Studio- Quiet, Kitchenette, Sleeps 4, Free WiFi & Parking

Kailua Kona HI
Beautiful, Ocean View Studio- Quiet, Kitchenette, Sleeps 4, Free WiFi & Parking
Lovely Room. Wir Sprechen Deutsch. Tropical Garden, Quiet

Lovely Room. Wir Sprechen Deutsch. Tropical Garden, Quiet

Kailua-Kona HI
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