Sherry's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Very close to the condo(2.1miles) and has a next door restaurant. One of our favorite beaches bec. of its fine sand and a chance to swim with the turtles! Known to tourists so expect it to be busy. Has big waves good for boogie boarding.
181 recommandé par les habitants
Magic Sands Beach Park
Ali'i DriveVery close to the condo(2.1miles) and has a next door restaurant. One of our favorite beaches bec. of its fine sand and a chance to swim with the turtles! Known to tourists so expect it to be busy. Has big waves good for boogie boarding.
Walk from the condo and watch the sunset and or take pictures and enjoy sun bathing!!
11 recommandé par les habitants
Honl's Beach
Walk from the condo and watch the sunset and or take pictures and enjoy sun bathing!!
Best for SUPing, kayaking and toddlers to enjoy calm bayshore area.
20 recommandé par les habitants
Kamakahonu Beach
Best for SUPing, kayaking and toddlers to enjoy calm bayshore area.
Our family’s favorite local beach! Best place to boogie board and enjoy a fine sand beach. Bigger than Magic Sands Beach but farther from the condo.
159 recommandé par les habitants
Kua Bay
Our family’s favorite local beach! Best place to boogie board and enjoy a fine sand beach. Bigger than Magic Sands Beach but farther from the condo.
33 miles out from the condo but it’s worth the trip! Widest beach shore with fine sand and calmer waves.
241 recommandé par les habitants
Hapuna Beach
33 miles out from the condo but it’s worth the trip! Widest beach shore with fine sand and calmer waves.
If you are on your way to the Volcano this is a must see for turtle viewing.
175 recommandé par les habitants
Punalu‘u Beach
If you are on your way to the Volcano this is a must see for turtle viewing.
Worth the drive, hike down <1 mile for the best view!!!
89 recommandé par les habitants
Pololu Valley Lookout
52-5100 Akoni Pule HwyWorth the drive, hike down <1 mile for the best view!!!
Great place to check out shopping area, beach and hawaiian writings on rocks!
27 recommandé par les habitants
Waikoloa Village
Great place to check out shopping area, beach and hawaiian writings on rocks!
Book your luau experience with Royal Kona Resort online for a discounted price. Walk from the condo to avoid the $5 parking fee if you like ;) Show and buffet starts from 5pm - 8 pm. Check website for possible changes and book ahead.
27 recommandé par les habitants
Royal Kona Resort
75-5852 Ali‘i DrBook your luau experience with Royal Kona Resort online for a discounted price. Walk from the condo to avoid the $5 parking fee if you like ;) Show and buffet starts from 5pm - 8 pm. Check website for possible changes and book ahead.
Kahaluu Beach
Nice spot to go snorkeling
Another amazing way to see the sunset and star gaze at night!
161 recommandé par les habitants
Mauna Kea
Another amazing way to see the sunset and star gaze at night!
South of the island and one of the 4 National Parks in Big Island. Next door beach (Honaunau bay) is great for snorkeling as well. Plan to spend the day on this side of the island.
270 recommandé par les habitants
Pu'uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park
State Highway 160South of the island and one of the 4 National Parks in Big Island. Next door beach (Honaunau bay) is great for snorkeling as well. Plan to spend the day on this side of the island.
One of the 4 National Parks on Big Island. Near Kona airport and close proximity to town.
45 recommandé par les habitants
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park
One of the 4 National Parks on Big Island. Near Kona airport and close proximity to town.
Located north of the island and past Waikoloa Village. Next to Spencer State Beach which is also a nice beach to spend the day.
10 recommandé par les habitants
Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site
Located north of the island and past Waikoloa Village. Next to Spencer State Beach which is also a nice beach to spend the day.
Best snorkeling spot and is next to a National Park. South of the island and about 45 min. drive from the condo.
30 recommandé par les habitants
Honaunau Bay
Best snorkeling spot and is next to a National Park. South of the island and about 45 min. drive from the condo.
Neighborhoods
Kailua
Food scene
Live entertainment on Thursday-Sunday nights
106 recommandé par les habitants
Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar
75-5770 Ali‘i DrLive entertainment on Thursday-Sunday nights
Huggo's
75-5828 Kahakai RdPerfect waterfront small venue for Brunch and Dinner
Island Lava Java
75-5801 Ali‘i DrBest Mexican Food! If you are on your way to the Volcano or traveling south of the island, this is a must try place. Enjoy their mango salsa sauce and other super spicy homemade sauces ;)
29 recommandé par les habitants
Shaka Tacoz
82-6167 Mamalahoa HighwayBest Mexican Food! If you are on your way to the Volcano or traveling south of the island, this is a must try place. Enjoy their mango salsa sauce and other super spicy homemade sauces ;)
Best homemade malasadas and pies! If you are on your way to the Volcano or just driving south side, this is a good stop to try local bakery and eatery :)
185 recommandé par les habitants
Punalu'u Bake Shop
95-5642 HI-11Best homemade malasadas and pies! If you are on your way to the Volcano or just driving south side, this is a good stop to try local bakery and eatery :)
On the Rocks
75-5824 Kahakai RoadNice to enjoy Happy hour with a view
Fresh fish, great food but you must be willing to wait. Family owned ;)
10 recommandé par les habitants
Island Ono Loa Grill
75-5799 Ali‘i DriveFresh fish, great food but you must be willing to wait. Family owned ;)
Cheap local eats open from 7am to 10 pm daily ;) Close to airport and costco. There is also a local coffee shop next door
45 recommandé par les habitants
Pine Tree Cafe
73-4040 Hulikoa DrCheap local eats open from 7am to 10 pm daily ;) Close to airport and costco. There is also a local coffee shop next door
Our favorite healthy breakfast place and next door to our condo. Open 7am to 12:30 daily. Must be willing to wait as they get real busy!
30 recommandé par les habitants
Green Flash Coffee
75-6000 Ali‘i DrOur favorite healthy breakfast place and next door to our condo. Open 7am to 12:30 daily. Must be willing to wait as they get real busy!
Best poke place in town and very close to the condo. Must be willing to wait and can go up to 1.5 hrs long!
132 recommandé par les habitants
Da Poke Shack
76-6246 Ali‘i DriveBest poke place in town and very close to the condo. Must be willing to wait and can go up to 1.5 hrs long!
Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill
74-5599 Pawai PlAnother in town local eatery
For cheap eats thats open 7 days a week 5:30am - 10 pm! Call ahead and pick up ur food or ask if they deliver!
Sumo Deli
75-5595 Palani RdFor cheap eats thats open 7 days a week 5:30am - 10 pm! Call ahead and pick up ur food or ask if they deliver!
Conseils aux voyageurs
Manières d'économiser
Souvenir Shopping
Walmart and Costco is where you should shop for souvenirs. From local coffee, chocolates, t-shirts, hats, magnets.
À ne pas manquer
There are 4 National Parks on Big Island! You must see it!
If you are limited in time, you have to at least see Hawaii Volcano National Park. It’s the farthest, about 90 miles south from the condo and you will have to spend the day there. You can hike down to the crater so wear hiking shoes and layer your clothing as it gets cold, windy and rainy in the mountain. Check out the flyer I have under the living room table.