Kona Paradise
Captain Cook

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Popular places to visit

Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
Visit these former royal grounds and sacred refuge to learn all about ancient Hawaiian society.

Captain Cook Monument
Venture out across the water or over rugged terrain to this remote monument commemorating the famous British explorer.

Painted Church
After visiting Painted Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Honaunau-Napoopoo. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
South Kona Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Kona Beaches during your trip to Kona Paradise?
Pebbles Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pebbles Beach during your trip to Kona Paradise?
Ho'okena Beach Park
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ho'okena Beach Park during your trip to Captain Cook? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Things to do

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at famed Manta Ray Village from Keauhou Harbor

Small-Group Snorkel at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Big Island

Dolphin, Sea Cave & Captain Cook Snorkel Combo in Kealakekua Bay

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive from Keauhou Harbor

Afternoon Sail & Snorkel Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay
Top hotels in Kona Paradise

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
The property was spotless, I was very impressed. The food was good, the waiters/waitresses were hospitable. Unfortunately, I was charged twice for my meal. It charged to my room and my debit card (I explained I wanted my debit card charged not the card on file for the room). I had to get one of the ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Kona Coast Resort
My stay with Kona Coast Resort was amazing, we enjoyed our stay. Rooms were spacious and the fully equipped kitchen was helpful. We were very comfortable and the restaurant attached to the resort is tasty. We were suprised to have our own washer and dryer and 2 full bathrooms. Our backyard was beautiful ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Holua Resort
The family loved that the pools were so close. The only thing that wasn't great was parking.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Kanaloa at Kona by OUTRIGGER
Kitchen had everything you could need except a cookie sheet! We used a baking pan
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Club Wyndham Mauna Loa Village
It is very hard to locate the property. The management said that even Uber sometimes has trouble finding it. The pools are small but very clean. The rooms were huge. Not at all crowded. Definitely need a car. Would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Dragonfly Ranch
Breakfast was wonderful! Don’t be in a hurry! I was leary when I arrived in the dark…but fell in love with the place in the daylight! It was a great adventure! No glass windows…only screens. The frogs were loud…but slept so good! If you like noise machines, you will love it! The bedroom had a fan ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kona Paradise

Opihihale
While visiting Opihihale, you might make a stop by sights like South Kona Beaches and Pebbles Beach.
