Captain Cook Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Captain Cook
Where to stay in Captain Cook

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

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

Dragonfly Ranch
We had a delicious homemade breakfast. The view from the porch is beautiful and we heard sounds of nature.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Kona Palace in Captain Cook
An absolutely beautiful home -- clean and spacious with beautiful views. Very nice hosts with great knowledge of the area and its history. Breakfast was fabulous and plentiful. We would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Royal Kona Resort
The view is unbelievable! I couldn’t ask for a better view. The only reason everything wasn’t 4 or 5 stars was because they were updating and under construction. The staff was great!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Royal Sea Cliff Kona by OUTRIGGER
Wasn't able to use the hot tub or the "quiet pool." Rooms were outdated and mattress in our room were really old. Curtains needed to be cleaned bad and had stains all over them. Dresser smelled really bad, so I couldn't put my clothes in it. Kitchen, bathrooms, floors, windows were really clea. It ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Aston Kona by the Sea
Easy to park, loved that you get a great pool, sand and an ocean pool( super) Views were great on 4th floor.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Sea Mountain
Beautiful
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
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.
Kapahukapu Manini Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kapahukapu Manini Beach during your travels in Honaunau-Napoopoo?
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.
Things to do

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

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Hawaiian Islands Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive

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



