Kaupulehu Travel Guide

Kailua-Kona

Turtle in Hawai'i. Really nice beach to hang out, white sand and clear water!
Turtle in Hawai'i. Really nice beach to hang out, white sand and clear water!
One of the most picturesque bay on The Big Island, Hawai’i🌴 Kua Bay🌊
A weathered statue of the Hawaii god Ku. Ku is the god of war and prosperity.
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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 romantic area.

Kailua-Kona Beaches
Kua Bay featuring a coastal town and a sandy beach

Kua Bay

Get off the beaten track to discover one of Hawaii’s most serene stretches of coast.

Kua Bay
#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
Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor

Kailua Pier

After visiting Kailua Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kailua-Kona. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Kailua Pier
Magic Sands Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes

Magic Sands Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Magic Sands Beach during your travels in Kailua-Kona?

Magic Sands Beach
Kahalu\'u Beach Park which includes rugged coastline, a coastal town and surfing

Kahalu'u Beach Park

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Snorkel with tropical fish and swim with sea turtles at this great dive location.

Kahalu'u Beach Park

Things to do

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Rp586.083
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Young girl holding a sea urchin on the glass bottom boat in the Pacific Ocean near the Big Island of Hawaii

Glass-Bottom Boat Tour in Waikoloa

Rp837.500
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Glass-Bottom Boat Tour in Waikoloa
Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona

Rp1.256.250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona

Rp452.250
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Rp1.407.000
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime
Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay

Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay

Rp1.340.000
per adult
Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay
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Top hotels in Kaupulehu

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

5 out of 5
72 300 Maheawalu Drive Kailua-Kona HI
The price is Rp18.127.552 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp18.127.552
Rp23.408.352 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Amazing in every way.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

5 out of 5
72-100 Ka'upulehu Drive Kailua-Kona HI
The price is Rp23.597.000 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp23.597.000
Rp28.147.311 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (476 reviews)
Exceptional resort.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona

3.5 out of 5
75-5646 Palani Rd Kailua-Kona HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.938.771 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
Rp2.938.771
Rp3.988.930 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,154 reviews)
Price and location

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort

4 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr Kailua-Kona HI
The price is Rp3.623.825 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp3.623.825
Rp4.798.970 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,796 reviews)
Didn’t use the laundry. Didn’t have breakfast.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Royal Kona Resort
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
78-128 Ehukai Street Kailua-Kona HI
The price is Rp4.389.708 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp4.389.708
Rp5.912.350 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
We loved this resort! Its in a great location. Make sure you do the night snorkling with the Manta rays! It's located just beside the resort (walking distance).

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Waikoloa Village

4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr Waikoloa HI
The price is Rp4.382.300 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
Rp4.382.300
Rp5.202.316 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,072 reviews)
Hang

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hilton Waikoloa Village
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Other neighbourhoods around Kaupulehu

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 🐢

Kalaoa

Unique features of Kalaoa include the coffee shops and seaside views. Make a stop by Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park or Kohanaiki Beach Park while you're exploring the area.

Kalaoa
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Kona Palisades

When in Kona Palisades, you can plan a visit to Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation and Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kona Palisades
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Pu'uanahulu

If you're spending some time in Pu'uanahulu, Makani Golf Club is a top sight worth visiting.

Pu'uanahulu
Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor

Historic Kailua Village

Are you interested in stunning beaches, island views and popular shops? A visit to Historic Kailua Village might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Kailua-Kona Wharf and Kona Brewing Company.

Historic Kailua Village
Volcanic rocks along the coast and expanding the size of the island from time to time. Power of nature creating more land ...

Holualoa Village

While visiting Holualoa Village, you might make a stop by sights like Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and Honl's Beach.

Holualoa Village
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Alii Kai

While there might not be top attractions in Alii Kai, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and Magic Sands Beach.

Alii Kai

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