Kealakekua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Kealakekua showing farmland as well as a couple
Explore a heritage village and a magnificent bay at this protected cove on the Kona Coast, where tropical fish and spinner dolphins swim among the coral.

Kealakekua is a small village on Hawai’i’s Big Island’s western coast, bordered by the volcanic mountains, Mauna Loa and Pōhaku Hanalei, to the east and the scenic Kealakekua Bay to the southwest. Visit Kealakekua Bay to discover an astonishing underwater world filled with tropical fish and coral and to see a significant historical site on the waterfront.

Kealakekua Bay is a scenic cove naturally protected by the headland that juts out from the village border. The bay is a Marine Life Conservation District and can only be reached by foot, boat or kayak. Hike from the main road and traverse a one-hour trail through volcanic rock and tall grasses down to the cove. Make sure to bring your snorkel gear, plenty of water and good hiking shoes.

Explore the clear waters by snorkeling, scuba diving or kayaking. See schools of tropical sea life and, if you’re lucky, spinner dolphins leaping out of the water.

Find the Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and a historic monument to the site where British explorer Captain James Cook first landed on the Big Island in the late 18th century. A white obelisk marks the site of his arrival and commemorates his death, which occurred nearby only a year later. East of the bay, find a Hikiau Heiau, or sacred temple, in honor of the Hawai’ian god, Lono.

Back in Kealakekua village, discover the island’s pioneering heritage at the Kona Historical Society and Kona Coffee Living History Farm. This museum presents a fascinating glimpse of ranching life at the turn of the 19th century and explores the history behind Hawai’i’s most revered brew of coffee.

Kealakekua village is 10.3 miles (16.5 kilometers) south from Kailua in the Kona region. The bay is 6.2 miles (9.9 kilometers) farther southeast from the village.

Gingerhill Farm Retreat
Gingerhill Farm Retreat
3 out of 5
81-6467 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI
The price is AU$316 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$316
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star farm stay in Kealakekua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Greenwell Farms and H.N. Greenwell Store Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
"It was a great experience to witness first hand the Hawaiian spirit starting with my stay in this Retreat FarmHouse; I booked for a small cabin for myself but to my surprise a day or two; through their welcoming email I found out that I was upgraded to Garden Cottage, amazing, yeah!😍 I got the whole ..."

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Royal Kona Resort
Royal Kona Resort
3.5 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI
The price is AU$352 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$352
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast, and WiFi. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,494 reviews)
"I love this property’ it has the best views… Everyone is helpful kind and professional… I will be back"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

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Kona Coast Resort
Kona Coast Resort
3.5 out of 5
78-6842 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"The unit was spacious and the resort had lots of activities for families. The WiFi only worked for 1/2 of our weekly stay. Lastly, our room had roaches."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

Kona Coast Resort
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Sea Village
Sea Village
2.5 out of 5
75-5992 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI
Stay at this condo in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and gas grills. Popular attractions Honl's Beach and Kona Inn Shopping Village are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Check in was snow, the room guaranteed by 4:00 pm, I was there at 3:40pm and they won’t let us to the room till 4:00pm, this resort didn’t provide shampoo and conditioner, it is kind of weir."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

Sea Village
HALEKII SUNSET: BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM HOME IN LUSH KEALAKEKUA
HALEKII SUNSET: BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM HOME IN LUSH KEALAKEKUA
Kealakekua
Stay at this vacation home in Kealakekua. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Magic Sands Beach and Aloha Performing Arts Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Perfect!
"Exactly as expected if not better! The lanai was beautiful the outdoor shower was amazing! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2024

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Kanaloa at Kona by Castle
Kanaloa at Kona by Castle
3 out of 5
78-261 Manukai Street, Kailua-Kona, HI
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition ...
7.4/10 Good! (381 reviews)
"Loved our stay. Great location, easy check in and check out. Very comfortable beds, enjoyed time at the pools. Would recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2024

Kanaloa at Kona by Castle
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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