Opihihale
Captain Cook




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.
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.
South Kona Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Kona Beaches during your trip to Kona Paradise?
Kapahukapu Manini Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kapahukapu Manini Beach during your travels in Honaunau-Napoopoo?
Things to do

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

Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

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

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

Afternoon Sail & Snorkel Captain Cook Monument at Kealakekua Bay

Captain Cook Snorkel Exclusive from Keauhou Harbor
Top hotels in Opihihale

OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
We booked this location due to its proximity to the various snorkel experience offices (e.g., Sea Quest). Being able to walk to the dock (5~10 min) was great given lack of parking near the dock right before Manta ray night snorkel experience. Being able to walk back to the hotel after being in the ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Kona Coast Resort
Good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Holua Resort
Fully equipped kitchen. Huge rooms. Nice facilities
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Kanaloa at Kona by OUTRIGGER
Great kitchen
Reviewed on 14 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

Big Island Retreat
We had a great stay. The staff was very helpful and responsive with recommendations for the island. Location was fantastic near a snorkelling beach. We stayed in the Surfer Room which had a separate bathroom to go through the outside, it wasn’t bad but something to keep in mind. Overall a great stay! ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Opihihale

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