Kaupulehu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Kua Bay
Leave the crowds behind and head to this hidden beach paradise, one of Hawaii Island’s best-kept secrets.
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.
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.
Magic Sands Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Magic Sands Beach during your travels in Kailua-Kona?
Kahalu'u Beach Park
Explore the calm waters of this former royal beach, teeming with colourful marine life.
Activities
Glass-Bottom Boat Tour in Waikoloa
Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay
Mauna Kea Summit & Stars Adventure
Hawaiian Salt Farm Tour in Kona
Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars
Big Island: Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Adventure in Kailua-Kona
Our pick of the best Kaupulehu Hotel Deals
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
Beautiful design, room was spacious and amazing. The most disappointing part was the food … eat at the Mauna and the Shipwreck Bar neither were good.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Royal Kona Resort
Laua on one side bar on the other could not sleep any night of our stay! Carpets were wet when we arrived it was a bit of a nightmare
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hilton Waikoloa Village
Super slow trams. Empty towel bins all over the property. Towers are extremely far from front desk and tram wait can be very long! Not ADA friendly as bridges all had stairs and going around them would take very long due to how massive the property is.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
PACIFIC 19 Kona
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Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
Resort level quality property, I was booking for my son who needed accommodations for a single night on the island as a severe tropical storm had changed their travel plans. Very polite, and professional staff. We are very grateful.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
We enjoyed our stay. We stayed for a week. We did not rent a car and were fine without one. We could walk to a nearby plaza where there were restaurants and a grocery store. We took two snorkeling tours that departed right off hotel property. We enjoyed Tuesday food truck night and the Farmers Market. ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kaupulehu
Kalaoa
Unique features of Kalaoa include the coffee shops and seaside views. Make a stop by Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park or Kailua-Kona Beaches while you're exploring the area.
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.
Pu'uanahulu
If you're spending some time in Pu'uanahulu, Makani Golf Club is a top sight worth visiting.
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.
Holualoa Village
While visiting Holualoa Village, you might make a stop by sights like Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and Honl's Beach.
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.
