Opihihale Travel Guide
Captain Cook




Popular places to visit

Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
Visit the historic walled refuge of Hawaiian lawbreakers, the only place on the island where their lives would be spared.

Captain Cook Monument
Hike, kayak or take a boat cruise to the monument celebrating the life of the famous British explorer.

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.
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.
South Kona Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Kona Beaches during your trip to Kona Paradise?
Kapahukapu Manini Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kapahukapu Manini Beach during your travels in Honaunau-Napoopoo?
Things to do

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive from Keauhou Harbor

Captain Cook Snorkel Tour with Sea Caves, History and Lava Tubes

Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island

Afternoon Sail & Snorkel Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay
Top hotels in Opihihale

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
No cleaning room in 6day staying in hotel
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Kona Coast Resort
Good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Holua Resort

Kanaloa at Kona by OUTRIGGER
Great kitchen
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Dragonfly Ranch
Breakfast was wonderful! Don’t be in a hurry! I was leary when I arrived in the dark…but fell in love with the place in the daylight! It was a great adventure! No glass windows…only screens. The frogs were loud…but slept so good! If you like noise machines, you will love it! The bedroom had a fan ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Big Island Retreat
We had a great stay. The staff was very helpful and responsive with recommendations for the island. Location was fantastic near a snorkelling beach. We stayed in the Surfer Room which had a separate bathroom to go through the outside, it wasn’t bad but something to keep in mind. Overall a great stay! ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Opihihale

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