Best Hotels in Central Kailua-Kona
Kona Islander Inn # 219
- BBQ facilities
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The comfortable Kona Islander Inn # 219 Kailua-Kona, located a few steps from Magic sands beach, boasts an outdoor swimming pool.
Guests will appreciate a prime location merely 7 minutes' walk from the mokuaikaua Mokuʻaikaua Church. Island Breeze Luau Dinner Theater also lies not far from the hotel.
This Kailua-Kona hotel is 450 metres from Kona Henna Tattoo Shop.
Kona Islander Inn # 219
- BBQ facilities
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Kona Islander Inn # 219
The comfortable Kona Islander Inn # 219 Kailua-Kona, located a few steps from Magic sands beach, boasts an outdoor swimming pool.
Guests will appreciate a prime location merely 7 minutes' walk from the mokuaikaua Mokuʻaikaua Church. Island Breeze Luau Dinner Theater also lies not far from the hotel.
This Kailua-Kona hotel is 450 metres from Kona Henna Tattoo Shop.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Pacific 19 Kona
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Car park
US$ 25 plus tax per vehicle per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 4-star boutique Pacific 19 Kona Hotel Kailua-Kona has 150 rooms and is located nearly a 20-minute walk from Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area. This stylish hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a tropical garden a short way from Voyagers of the Pacific Luau.
The hotel lies in the centre of Kailua-Kona, a mere 0.7 km from Magic sands beach. Natural attractions in the area include Hale Halawai County Park, in the vicinity of the Pacific 19 Kailua-Kona, and a beach is around 5 minutes' walk away.
Guests can also visit Kukailimoku Point, situated 1.1 km away. The accommodation stands 700 metres from the mokuaikaua Mokuʻaikaua Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Pacific 19 Kona
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Car park
US$ 25 plus tax per vehicle per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Outdoor swimming pool
Pacific 19 Kona
The 4-star boutique Pacific 19 Kona Hotel Kailua-Kona has 150 rooms and is located nearly a 20-minute walk from Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area. This stylish hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a tropical garden a short way from Voyagers of the Pacific Luau.
The hotel lies in the centre of Kailua-Kona, a mere 0.7 km from Magic sands beach. Natural attractions in the area include Hale Halawai County Park, in the vicinity of the Pacific 19 Kailua-Kona, and a beach is around 5 minutes' walk away.
Guests can also visit Kukailimoku Point, situated 1.1 km away. The accommodation stands 700 metres from the mokuaikaua Mokuʻaikaua Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Hotels in Kailua-Kona City Centre With Parking
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Beach access
Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha'S Kona Beach Hotel
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located a stone's throw from Kamakahonu, the 3-star Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha'S Kona Beach Hotel Kailua-Kona has an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. This Kailua-Kona hotel is proud to feature 2 outdoor tennis courts, a mere 450 metres from the mokuaikaua Mokuʻaikaua Church.
Nestled only 11 minutes' walk from St. Michael The Archangel Church, the hotel is in proximity to Magic sands beach. Popular natural sights near the Courtyard Kailua-Kona are Hale Halawai County Park (750 metres) and Honl's Sandy Beach (1.9 km).
You can easily find Voyagers of the Pacific Luau just 1.4 km from the accommodation.
Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha'S Kona Beach Hotel
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha'S Kona Beach Hotel
Located a stone's throw from Kamakahonu, the 3-star Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha'S Kona Beach Hotel Kailua-Kona has an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. This Kailua-Kona hotel is proud to feature 2 outdoor tennis courts, a mere 450 metres from the mokuaikaua Mokuʻaikaua Church.
Nestled only 11 minutes' walk from St. Michael The Archangel Church, the hotel is in proximity to Magic sands beach. Popular natural sights near the Courtyard Kailua-Kona are Hale Halawai County Park (750 metres) and Honl's Sandy Beach (1.9 km).
You can easily find Voyagers of the Pacific Luau just 1.4 km from the accommodation.
Kona Islander Inn 147 Tropical Oasis
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Swimming pool
Situated only 6 minutes' walk from Kona Henna Tattoo Shop, the comfortable Kona Islander Inn 147 Tropical Oasis Kailua-Kona features a restaurant.
This Kailua-Kona hotel has a prime setting a short way from the 70th operating Kona Hawaii Temple. Standing merely 550 metres from Hulihe'e Palace, the hotel is merely 0.7 km from Pu'u Wa'awa'a Forest Reserve.
The Islander Kailua-Kona also gives quick access to Hale Halawai County Park, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Kona Islander Inn 147 Tropical Oasis
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Swimming pool
Kona Islander Inn 147 Tropical Oasis
Situated only 6 minutes' walk from Kona Henna Tattoo Shop, the comfortable Kona Islander Inn 147 Tropical Oasis Kailua-Kona features a restaurant.
This Kailua-Kona hotel has a prime setting a short way from the 70th operating Kona Hawaii Temple. Standing merely 550 metres from Hulihe'e Palace, the hotel is merely 0.7 km from Pu'u Wa'awa'a Forest Reserve.
The Islander Kailua-Kona also gives quick access to Hale Halawai County Park, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Hotels in Kailua-Kona City Centre With Swimming Pool
Kona Islander Inn 112
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated only 9 minutes' walk from Lekeleke Burial Ground, the comfortable Kona Islander Inn 112 Kailua-Kona includes a restaurant. Featuring a private garden, the inn boasts a prime location, not far from Hulihe'e Palace.
Located a mere 450 metres from St. Michael The Archangel Church, this Kailua-Kona hotel lies 2.7 km from shopping venues such as Kona International Market. Just near the Islander Kailua-Kona, guests will find Kona Henna Tattoo Shop.
There is Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area nearly 25 minutes' walk away.
Kona Islander Inn 112
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Kona Islander Inn 112
Situated only 9 minutes' walk from Lekeleke Burial Ground, the comfortable Kona Islander Inn 112 Kailua-Kona includes a restaurant. Featuring a private garden, the inn boasts a prime location, not far from Hulihe'e Palace.
Located a mere 450 metres from St. Michael The Archangel Church, this Kailua-Kona hotel lies 2.7 km from shopping venues such as Kona International Market. Just near the Islander Kailua-Kona, guests will find Kona Henna Tattoo Shop.
There is Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area nearly 25 minutes' walk away.
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Great deal
Kona Reef
- Barbeque grills
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Golf course
- Tennis court
- Spa & wellness centre
Kona Reef Hotel Kailua-Kona features 44 rooms and lies 20 minutes' walk from Kamakahonu Beach.
The tropical location will easily bring you to Lotus Center, located about 500 metres away, and to Hale Halawai County Park, which is also about 1 km away. The tropical beach is within 5 minutes' walk of the hotel.
Also, Discovery Treehouse is situated 1 km away. The Kona Reef lies just near Honl's Sandy Beach.
Kona Reef
- Barbeque grills
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Golf course
- Tennis court
- Spa & wellness centre
Kona Reef
Kona Reef Hotel Kailua-Kona features 44 rooms and lies 20 minutes' walk from Kamakahonu Beach.
The tropical location will easily bring you to Lotus Center, located about 500 metres away, and to Hale Halawai County Park, which is also about 1 km away. The tropical beach is within 5 minutes' walk of the hotel.
Also, Discovery Treehouse is situated 1 km away. The Kona Reef lies just near Honl's Sandy Beach.
Budget Hotels In Kailua-Kona City Centre
Hampton Inn By Hilton Kailua-Kona Bay
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Fitness centre
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Offering a year-round outdoor pool and views of the city, Hampton Inn By Hilton Kailua-Kona Bay is situated a 7-minute walk from St. Michael The Archangel Church. There is also parking.
Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area is within a few blocks of the hotel, while Magic sands beach is 750 metres away. The comfortable hotel is 1 km away from the centre of Kailua-Kona.
The Hampton Inn offers quick access to Hale Halawai County Park, situated 8 minutes' walk away.
Hampton Inn By Hilton Kailua-Kona Bay
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Fitness centre
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Hampton Inn By Hilton Kailua-Kona Bay
Offering a year-round outdoor pool and views of the city, Hampton Inn By Hilton Kailua-Kona Bay is situated a 7-minute walk from St. Michael The Archangel Church. There is also parking.
Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area is within a few blocks of the hotel, while Magic sands beach is 750 metres away. The comfortable hotel is 1 km away from the centre of Kailua-Kona.
The Hampton Inn offers quick access to Hale Halawai County Park, situated 8 minutes' walk away.
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Beach access
Big Island Retreat - No Resort Fees
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
Offering spacious rooms, the 3-star Big Island Retreat - No Resort Fees Keauhou is merely a 5-minute stroll from Saint Peter by the Sea Mission Catholic Church.
This Keauhou hotel is located in the Kahaluu Bay district of Keauhou, only 1.3 km from Magic Sands Beach Park and 3.1 km from Banyan Beach surf spot Park. Wailea is 94 km from the hotel, while Kamakana Playground is nearly a 10-minute drive away.
The Big Island Retreat Keauhou stands 3.4 km from Living Stones Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
Big Island Retreat - No Resort Fees
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
Big Island Retreat - No Resort Fees
Offering spacious rooms, the 3-star Big Island Retreat - No Resort Fees Keauhou is merely a 5-minute stroll from Saint Peter by the Sea Mission Catholic Church.
This Keauhou hotel is located in the Kahaluu Bay district of Keauhou, only 1.3 km from Magic Sands Beach Park and 3.1 km from Banyan Beach surf spot Park. Wailea is 94 km from the hotel, while Kamakana Playground is nearly a 10-minute drive away.
The Big Island Retreat Keauhou stands 3.4 km from Living Stones Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
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Beach access
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 35 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Infinity pool
Offering an adult pool and views of the ocean, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort is situated within a 200-metre distance of Star Gaze Hawaii. Along with a steam room, a hot tub, a sauna, and two hot tubs, this resort boasts an oceanfront location in the Hapuna Beach district.
The Puako Petroglyphs is 6 km from the 4-star hotel and the stone Pu'ukohola Heiau Temple is a 10-minute drive away. The Westin places you 50 metres from Hapuna Beach.
Located a 25-minute walk from Puako Bay, this property puts the city at your fingertips.
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 35 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Infinity pool
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Offering an adult pool and views of the ocean, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort is situated within a 200-metre distance of Star Gaze Hawaii. Along with a steam room, a hot tub, a sauna, and two hot tubs, this resort boasts an oceanfront location in the Hapuna Beach district.
The Puako Petroglyphs is 6 km from the 4-star hotel and the stone Pu'ukohola Heiau Temple is a 10-minute drive away. The Westin places you 50 metres from Hapuna Beach.
Located a 25-minute walk from Puako Bay, this property puts the city at your fingertips.
Waikoloa Fairways C120
- Restaurant
- Laundry
- Outdoor swimming pool
Waikoloa Fairways C120 Apartment offers easy access to such tourist sites as Waikola Village Golf Club, located nearly 5 minutes' walk away.
The Puako Petroglyphs is at a distance of about 7 km away, while Lahaina Galleries is about 8 km away.
Waikoloa Fairways C120
- Restaurant
- Laundry
- Outdoor swimming pool
Waikoloa Fairways C120
Waikoloa Fairways C120 Apartment offers easy access to such tourist sites as Waikola Village Golf Club, located nearly 5 minutes' walk away.
The Puako Petroglyphs is at a distance of about 7 km away, while Lahaina Galleries is about 8 km away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Downtown Hotels in Kailua-Kona, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Kona Islander Inn # 219 |
7.2 / 10 (33 Reviews) |
From 141$ | |
| Pacific 19 Kona |
7.9 / 10 (1939 Reviews) |
From 284$ | |
| Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha'S Kona Beach Hotel |
7.7 / 10 (240 Reviews) |
From 217$ | |
| Kona Islander Inn 147 Tropical Oasis |
6.5 / 10 (24 Reviews) |
From 194$ | |
| Kona Islander Inn 112 |
4.2 / 10 (5 Reviews) |
From 190$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Kailua-Kona city center hotel is best for families looking for a fun beach vacation?
The Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is ideal for families as it offers direct beach access and a children's program. Additionally, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort has specialized activities for kids and nearby snorkeling adventures.
Consider visiting the beach in the early morning for quieter swimming and fewer crowds.
Which hotels in Kailua-Kona city center have easy access to cultural experiences?
The Courtyard By Marriott offers cultural experiences connected to King Kamehameha's history. Big Island Retreat also provides local cultural immersion through communal events.
Join a cultural event at the hotel, like a luau, to better appreciate Hawaiian traditions.
Which city center hotels in Kailua-Kona offer convenient parking options?
Pacific 19 Kona has private parking available, making it convenient for travelers with cars. Additionally, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort provides ample parking facilities for guests.
Book hotels with parking in advance to ensure available spots, especially during peak tourist seasons.
What Kailua-Kona hotels offer beachfront views for a relaxing stay?
The Courtyard By Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel and The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort both offer stunning oceanfront views. You can enjoy the sunsets right from your room at these hotels.
Request a room on the upper floors for the best views of the ocean and sunset.
Which Kailua-Kona hotels near beaches are budget-friendly?
Big Island Retreat offers a budget-friendly stay near Kahalu'u Beach Park. It's especially suited for those looking to enjoy local beaches without high costs.
Visit Kahalu'u Beach during weekday mornings to avoid crowds and enjoy snorkeling opportunities.
What city center hotels in Kailua-Kona are ideal for leisure travelers?
The Hamptom Inn By Hilton Kailua-Kona Bay is perfect for leisure travelers with its beach access and amenities. It provides a welcoming atmosphere and features ideal for unwinding after daily adventures.
Take advantage of complimentary breakfast before starting your day to explore Kailua-Kona.
Which nearby attractions can I explore from Kailua-Kona city center hotels?
You can explore local attractions like the Hulihe'e Palace Museum and Kona International Airport from city center hotels. Many hotels also offer services to assist with planning day trips to other island attractions.
Check with your hotel for guided tours that include these nearby attractions, as they often provide group discounts.
How can I make the most of my family vacation in Kailua-Kona?
Plan activities like snorkeling at Kahalu'u Beach Park for family fun. Engage in local cultural events for enriching experiences.
Look for family packages at hotels to save money on activities and dining during your stay.
What unique local experiences are available in Kailua-Kona?
Participate in the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival in November for a taste of local culture. Enjoy farm tours and coffee tastings for a true Hawaiian experience.
Book your coffee farm tour ahead of time during the festival for guaranteed slots and special experiences.
How do I get around Kailua-Kona efficiently?
Using a car rental or rideshares is the best way to get around Kailua-Kona. Public buses are available but may take longer and have limited routes.
Rent your car from the airport for easier access to surrounding beaches and attractions, especially if you plan to explore the North Kona area.