To learn about the history of this Hawaiian Island city, while taking in the natural scenery, book a hotel near the Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park, where visitors can see ruins of the early settlements in the area, as well as a variety of wildlife.

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is just a short drive from the park, and offers resort-style accommodations overlooking the ocean.

Visitors in search of the Big Island’s best swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking should choose a hotel Keauhou Bay, which is home to a variety of tropical fish and manta rays.

The Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay is an affordable choice that lies adjacent to the bay and offers views of the ocean.

Book a hotel near the Hualālai volcano, such as the Four Seasons Resort, to have access to the region’s best hiking trails as well as a visitor’s center, where you can learn about the local geography.

If you would like to stay next to a beach that offers ideal opportunities for swimming and surfing, look at hotels near Magic Sands Beach Park, like the Royal Kona Resort

See a unique side of Kailua-Kona and book a hotel near the Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation, such as the luxurious Ohi'a Park Estate.

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The Kona Reef Resort is a 3-star hotel situated on a bluff directly adjacent to Honl’s Beach. The resort also overlooks the Kahului Bay. The Royal Kona Resort is a seven-minute walk from Honl’s Beach and has an outdoor pool that overlooks the ocean.

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is an affordable hotel, 20 minutes walking distance to the Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area and just a three-minute walk from Kailua Bay. The Kona Seaside Hotel offers relaxed, tropical-themed accommodations, 12 minutes from Old Kona and features an outdoor pool surrounded by tropical gardens.

The Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa is located less than two miles from Keauhou Bay and features an upscale on-site spa for guests. Meanwhile, a short walk from Hulihee Palace, the Courtyard by Marriott offers nail treatments, massages, waxings, and more at its rejuvenating spa.

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is only a three-minute walk from Kailua Bay and offers free parking and a complimentary breakfast buffet. Alternatively, Uncle Billy's Kona Bay Hotel is an affordable choice with free parking, that is ideally situated across from Oneo Bay Beach.