Kaupulehu, HI

Kailua-Kona

Kua Bay featuring a sandy beach and tropical scenes
Kua Bay featuring a coastal town and a beach
Kua Bay which includes a sandy beach, swimming and landscape views
Photo by Joe Ratliffe
Photo by Joe Ratliffe
Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy
Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy

Popular places to visit

Terri and I went swimming with Honu or turtle which is a protected species in Hawaii. Coral was good but got to about 2 dozen Honu in the open and sheltered waters. Awesome blue waters and skies in Kona today.

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 relaxing area.

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

Kua Bay

4.5/5(153 reviews)

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

Kua Bay
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

4.5/5(5 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Manini'owali Beach might be the perfect place to seek out 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

Find out about the history of Kailua-Kona with a stop at Kailua Pier. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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

Magic Sands Beach

4.5/5(436 reviews)

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

Magic Sands Beach
Kahalu\'u Beach Park featuring rugged coastline, a coastal town and tropical scenes

Kahalu'u Beach Park

4.5/5(572 reviews)

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

Kahalu'u Beach Park

Kaupulehu Hotel Deals

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

5 out of 5
72 300 Maheawalu Drive Kailua-Kona HI
The price is NT$36,678 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
NT$36,678
NT$46,029 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Perfect place. Thank you, Mariajose and the team, for making the stay truly special.

Reviewed on 2025/11/14

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 NT$36,868 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
NT$36,868
NT$43,740 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (473 reviews)
What an amazing property but even more importantly what a superamazing staff!! Ryan deserves all the credit. Her quick thinking kindness solved our issue so elegantly. This is indeed a VIP in all the senses. The fact that she is so likeablle made it even better!! Isiah from in room dining was great ...

Reviewed on 2025/10/15

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort

4 out of 5
75-5852 Alii Dr Kailua-Kona HI
The price is NT$6,079 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
NT$6,079
NT$8,092 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,758 reviews)
Room were clean. Staff very friendly. Construction happening. Would love to see this place after its complete.

Reviewed on 2025/11/18

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 NT$6,493 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
NT$6,493
NT$8,957 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf resort in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
Amazing service all around. Rooms were quiet. Staff was friendly and accommodating

Reviewed on 2025/11/17

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa
PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona

3.5 out of 5
75-5646 Palani Rd Kailua-Kona HI
The price is NT$4,291 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
NT$4,291
NT$5,983 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kailua-Kona. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,967 reviews)
good

Reviewed on 2025/11/15

PACIFIC 19 Kona
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village

4 out of 5
69-425 Waikoloa Beach Drive Waikoloa HI
The price is NT$5,474 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
NT$5,474
NT$7,931 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Waikoloa. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,034 reviews)
Beautiful room and amenities. Honeymoon upgrade. Room held due to cancellation of flight. Great customer service

Reviewed on 2025/11/13

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village
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Other neighborhoods around Kaupulehu

Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park showing signage

Kalaoa

Unique features of Kalaoa include the coffeehouses 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

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Kona Palisades might not have many top sights, but Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation and Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kona Palisades
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Pu'uanahulu

You might make a stop by Makani Golf Club while you're exploring Pu'uanahulu.

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

Historic Kailua Village

Visitors to Historic Kailua Village rave about its stunning beaches, island views, and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Kailua Pier or Kailua-Kona Wharf while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Historic Kailua Village
Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden featuring a park and tropical scenes

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 Alii Kai might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and Magic Sands Beach.

Alii Kai

Kaupulehu, HI