Kaupulehu

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 which includes a beach and a coastal town

Kua Bay

Leave the crowds behind and head to this hidden beach paradise, one of Hawaii Island’s best-kept secrets.

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

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

Magic Sands Beach
Kahalu\'u Beach Park featuring rugged coastline, tropical scenes and surfing

Kahalu'u Beach Park

Explore the calm waters of this former royal beach, teeming with colourful marine life.

Kahalu'u Beach Park

Things to do

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

S$64
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Glass-Bottom Boat Tour in Waikoloa
Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay

Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay

S$103
per adult
Captain Cook Reef Snorkeling of Kealakekua Bay
Hawaii’s GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars

Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars

S$372
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Big Island GOAT Experience: Mauna Kea Summit, Sunset & Stars
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime

S$121
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime
See whales from up-close

Whale Watching On The Big Island

S$140
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching On The Big Island
Zodiac Raft and Snorkel Adventure

Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour - 4 hour Kona Zodiac Adventure

S$197
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Tour - 4 hour Kona Zodiac Adventure
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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 S$1,790 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
S$1,790
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! (74 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026

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 S$2,153 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
S$2,153
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
The price is S$305 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
S$305
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! (2,159 reviews)
Nice one night stay

Reviewed on 13 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 S$367 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
S$367
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! (2,802 reviews)
The staff were amazing

Reviewed on 10 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 S$452 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
S$452
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 S$398 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
S$398
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! (1,073 reviews)
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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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