Opihihale Travel Guide
Captain Cook





Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.
Kona Coffee Living History Farm
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kona Coffee Living History Farm during your travels in Captain Cook. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the snorkelling spots.
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 Kona, Big Island

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

Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive

Afternoon Sail & Snorkel Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Experience from the Big Island

Snorkel Tour to Captain Cook Monument Kailua-Kona, Big Island
Top hotels in Opihihale

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
Staff was courteous and went the extra mile for us. The hotel is older, but rooms were clean and nice. The property is beautiful! Definitely would recommend. Swimming with the mana rays occurs just off shore of this hotel and was the best experience.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Kona Coast Resort
Clean room beautiful resort
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Holua Resort
Everything was great!!
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Big Island Retreat
We had a WONDERFUL stay, rooms were comfortable and super clean!! You cannot see the ocean from the surfer room, but there is a wonderful outdoor kitchen/Lanai just up the stairs where we could see a mildly obstructed view of the ocean. We will def be back!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Castle Kanaloa at Kona
We had a 2 bedroom Ocean View condo. It was very affordable for 6 people for 10 days. The condo had plenty of space including a large upstairs bedroom with a full bath with a partial ocean view patio, a bedroom on the middle floor with a patio facing the mountain side, a large living room/dining ...
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Kanaloa at Kona by OUTRIGGER
Beautiful, clean, can’t beat the view!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Opihihale

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