Take the family on a scenic cruise around the calm waters of Kealakekua Bay. There's no better way to explore its spectacular natural beauty.

When it comes to things to do in Hawaii Island, Kealakekua Bay is recommended by fellow travelers. And in great news for your budget, entry is free. Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, Captain Cook Monument and Kona Country Club are also great to see and are not far from the inlet along the shoreline.

Plan a trip to see Kealakekua Bay

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Kahana Villa

$1,007

per person

Jan 8 - Jan 15

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Roundtrip flight included

Burbank (BUR) to Kahului (OGG)

8/10 Very Good! (349 reviews)

Hot water ran out within 5 minutes besides that good hotel and location

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Ilikai by Luana Hawaii Vacation Rentals

Waikiki

$1,620

per person

Jan 8 - Jan 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Burbank (BUR) to Honolulu (HNL)

8.6/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)

Odd request to turn off AC everytime we leave the unit..we like to come back from a beach day to a cold place. Pillows were the worst. Great location and close to many restaurants

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Ala Moana Hotelcondo by Luana Vacation Rental

Ala Moana

$1,651

per person

Jan 8 - Jan 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Burbank (BUR) to Honolulu (HNL)

7.4/10 Good! (256 reviews)

I had corner unit so I overlooked at Bay great firework show on Friday night from Balcony loud cruisers in evening with blaring music heard all the way up to 16th floor not in properties control, Shopping Ala Moana mall almost attached convenient bridge to walk across with out have to cross streets

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Manta Ray Night Snorkel at Kona, Big Island

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Kona Manta Rays Guaranteed Night Snorkel in Keauhou Harbor

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History & culture

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OUTRIGGER Kona Feast & Fire Luau

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Classes & workshops

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Coffee Brewing Workshop

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Reviews of Kealakekua Bay

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Spinner dolphins on each of the 2 days i went on afternoon snorkel trips.

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