Kristoffer's Guidebook
Food scene
The landmark of aloha. It was created in 1970 and has continued to serve at Kona community ever since. Best flat breads and mai tais for happy hour 4 to 6 daily.
162 locals recommend
Huggo's
75-5828 Kahakai RdThe landmark of aloha. It was created in 1970 and has continued to serve at Kona community ever since. Best flat breads and mai tais for happy hour 4 to 6 daily.
The sister restaurant to Huggos. Stick your toes in the sand and enjoy a wide array of cocktails appetizers and affordably priced meals. Live music almost every night under the stars.
149 locals recommend
On the Rocks
75-5824 Kahakai RdThe sister restaurant to Huggos. Stick your toes in the sand and enjoy a wide array of cocktails appetizers and affordably priced meals. Live music almost every night under the stars.
Ocean front dining only 2 blocks away from the Kona belle. Ulu fries and fresh fish are a must try.
91 locals recommend
Magics Beach Grill
77-6452 Ali‘i DrOcean front dining only 2 blocks away from the Kona belle. Ulu fries and fresh fish are a must try.
Enjoy over 20 Kona beers on tap and brewed on premises, many are only available at this brew pub. Pizzas are superb, happy hour 3-5 featuring most drafts and apps under $5
226 locals recommend
Kona Brewing Company
74-5612 Pawai PlEnjoy over 20 Kona beers on tap and brewed on premises, many are only available at this brew pub. Pizzas are superb, happy hour 3-5 featuring most drafts and apps under $5
Spectacular views, and wonderful coffee! Truly an education on kona coffee at its finest. The coffee isn’t cheap but the experience is priceless.
23 locals recommend
Kona Joe Coffee LLC
79-7346 Mamalahoa HwySpectacular views, and wonderful coffee! Truly an education on kona coffee at its finest. The coffee isn’t cheap but the experience is priceless.
One of the best places for sunset in Kona anytime of year. Classic old-school architecture and great beer selection. Live music on Thursdays. Luaus throughout the week.
27 locals recommend
Royal Kona Resort
75-5852 Ali‘i DrOne of the best places for sunset in Kona anytime of year. Classic old-school architecture and great beer selection. Live music on Thursdays. Luaus throughout the week.
Great place for fish, Purple potato salad and extra long happy hour (noon to five)
Sam Choy's Kai Lanai
78-6831 Ali‘i DriveGreat place for fish, Purple potato salad and extra long happy hour (noon to five)
Good comfort food and excellent beers on tap, walkable from the Kona belle. (1.5 miles) a good food selection at happy hour from 2-5 daily, as well.
8 locals recommend
Tropics Tap House - Keauhou
78-6831 Ali‘i DrGood comfort food and excellent beers on tap, walkable from the Kona belle. (1.5 miles) a good food selection at happy hour from 2-5 daily, as well.
Not quite walking distance, but this is one of the closest early morning cafes we have. It's got great Kona Coffee drinks, breakfast bagels and panninis. Not much in the way of seating, more of a grab and go spot.
30 locals recommend
Green Flash Coffee
75-6000 Ali‘i DrNot quite walking distance, but this is one of the closest early morning cafes we have. It's got great Kona Coffee drinks, breakfast bagels and panninis. Not much in the way of seating, more of a grab and go spot.
Sightseeing
Beautiful white sand beach not far from town. Easy paved access and full bathrooms/showers at the beach entrance.
Approximate 10 minute walk from the Kona Belle. This is one of the top spots in Kona for snorkeling
239 locals recommend
Kahaluu Bay
Ali‘i DriveApproximate 10 minute walk from the Kona Belle. This is one of the top spots in Kona for snorkeling
A lovely white sand beach only six minutes from the Kona Belle . Enjoy getting in the surf and watching all the beach activity. If you’d like a little quieter scene there’s Onenalo beach only four minutes from walk.
181 locals recommend
Magic Sands Beach Park
Ali'i DriveA lovely white sand beach only six minutes from the Kona Belle . Enjoy getting in the surf and watching all the beach activity. If you’d like a little quieter scene there’s Onenalo beach only four minutes from walk.
A true step back in time to witness Hawaii in its original form. Extremely informative self guided tours and hourly presentations by the Rangers provide great insights into the islands history
270 locals recommend
Pu'uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park
State Highway 160A true step back in time to witness Hawaii in its original form. Extremely informative self guided tours and hourly presentations by the Rangers provide great insights into the islands history
One of the most stunning hikes you will take on this island. It’s Challenging but definitely doable for most hikers. Be sure to try a smoothie at off the grid smoothie shack just a mile west of the point.
140 locals recommend
Pololu Valley
One of the most stunning hikes you will take on this island. It’s Challenging but definitely doable for most hikers. Be sure to try a smoothie at off the grid smoothie shack just a mile west of the point.
Consistently rated in the top 10 beaches in the country by Condé Nast. Approximately 45 minute drive from the Kona Bell but definitely worth it
241 locals recommend
Hapuna Beach
Consistently rated in the top 10 beaches in the country by Condé Nast. Approximately 45 minute drive from the Kona Bell but definitely worth it
Kekaha Kai Beach Park
Hawaii 19Kua Bay
St Benedict Catholic Church
84-5140 Painted Church RdPunalu'u Bake Shop
95-5642 HI-11Punalu‘u Beach
Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
27-717 Mamalahoa HwyDonkeys Balls Chocolate Factory
79-7411 Hawaiʻi Belt RdWaipio Valley Lookout
Volcano House
1 Crater Rim DriveGreenwell Farms Inc
81-6581 Mamalahoa HwyGood coffee farm tour, and excellent coffee tastings.