Whether it's a romantic escape or a family vacation, a trip to the coast is sure to keep you happy. Enjoy a leisurely stroll together along the shoreline at Mahaiula Beach.

When you've spent a bit of time at this Kailua-Kona stretch of coastline, why not make your way to Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course, Kua Bay, and Kailua-Kona Beaches? They're not too far from Mahai'ula Beach and also a hit with many tourists.

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Ka'awaloa Plantation Bed & Breakfast

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May 30 - Jun 1

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

San Francisco (SFO) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews)

This was the most beautiful place I’ve ever stayed. The cleanliness, the view, the Hot Tub, the showers, the beds. Everything was above and beyond anything I’ve experienced. Listen, this is the place to stay. Favorite place on the entire island.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

Kona Islander Inn Condos

Historic Kailua Village

per person

Jul 3 - Jul 7

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

6.2/10 (134 reviews)

We had a great time. The property is in a great location and walkable to shopping and restaurants in Kona.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

Nautical Theme Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Historic Kailua Village

per person

Jul 4 - Jul 6

found 19 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)

4/10 (1 review)

Browse tours and tickets to explore Mahai'ula Beach

Tours & day trips

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Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

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Water activities

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Big Island Manta Ray Night Snorkel

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Adventure & outdoor

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Kohala Waterfalls Adventure

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Private & custom tours

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Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours

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Cruises & boat tours

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Sunset Manta Ray Tour in Kailua-Kona

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Popular places to visit

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Kekaha Kai State Park

Enjoy a trip to Kekaha Kai State Park and popular activities like snorkeling in Kalaoa. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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 🐢

Makalawena Beach

4.5/5(14 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Makalawena Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Kalaoa. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

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.

Kehaka Kai State Park

Enjoy a trip to Kehaka Kai State Park and popular activities like snorkeling in Kalaoa. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this walkable area.

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 Kaupulehu. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.