The Best Hotels Closest to Makalawena Beach in Kailua-Kona for 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 147 reviews	View
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 512 reviews	View
PACIFIC 19 Kona	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 2,831 reviews	View
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

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Mahai'ula Beach

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Top Makalawena Beach Hotel Reviews

Two wooden chairs with cushions, a small round table, and a stone wall.

Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

Kailua-Kona

10/10 Excellent

Mary

A poolside area with a view of the ocean, a tree, and a sofa.

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Kaupulehu

10/10 Excellent

Shekar

A room with two beds, a large window with a view of the sea, wooden walls, and a painting on the wall.

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kaupulehu

10/10 Excellent

Such an incredible stay! Just returned and it was everything I wanted in our vacation. Such a relaxing resort, beautiful grounds, amazing rooms, two large pools, plenty of space to roam around, beautiful pond with ducks, bikes available to bike around, delicious food, an awesome gym, snorkeling right from the shore….I can go on and on! We were so sad to leave and wish the Rosewood Kona so much success. Part of me doesn’t want to see it get busy so it’ll always be as quiet as it was during our...

Lisa

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone walls, and benches.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa

Waikoloa

10/10 Excellent

My 5 year old son and I spent a week at the Hilton Grand Vacation resort. For us it was a great decision. With a car, we were two minutes to the Hilton Wailkoloa resort, and had full use of their facilities with free parking. If you plan to park yourself at the Hilton Waikoloa all day,then I can see where that may be a better option for some than the Grand Vacation. We were only a few afternoons at the Waikoloa lagoon, and spent everyday exploring the island. The pool at the Grand Vacation...

Anonymous

An aerial view of a beach with numerous umbrellas and palm trees.

Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection

Kamuela

10/10 Excellent

We had a great 1-week stay here. We enjoyed the many features: beach, fish ponds, pool, restaurants, and the room/view was great. The hotel is beautiful, the open architecture and focus on water throughout is very unique. We visited a couple of the nearby resorts/hotels we had considered when booking the trip and it made us feel that we made the right choice, best value especially considering the price. Also, a drastic difference between the crowds we encountered at the other resorts compared...

Scott

A resort pool with clear water, palm trees, and a waterfall.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

Waikoloa

10/10 Excellent

We had an awesome stay. We did not realize how big this resort was. I would definitely stay at Kingsland again. It offers easy parking. And it is nice and quiet where we stayed. And we had access to any other part of the resort. So it allowed us to be away from the main building, where the beach and luau were located. Because there are a lot of people staying at that location. So where we stayed, it was nice and relaxing. They have a shuttle that will take you anywhere within their resort. They...

Carla

A beach with a rocky shoreline, a large cruise ship in the background, and a building with a sloped roof.

Kailua Studio w/ Pool Access & Garden Views!

Historic Kailua Village

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A buffet with labeled food stations including omelets and cheese.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Historic Kailua Village

10/10 Excellent

Marie

A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

Fairmont Orchid

Kohala Coast

10/10 Excellent

Michael

A beach with palm trees, a rocky shoreline, and a view of the ocean.

Aston Kona by the Sea

Holualoa Village

10/10 Excellent

We could not have been more pleased with Aston Kona by the Sea. We had Unit 106 which was 2 bed and 2 bath. There was a sofa bed also (a little sloped but livable). The unit was completely perfect for our needs. First, we had a fantastic view of the ocean from our lanai. There were sliding doors in the living room and master bedroom. This was great because you could go out on the lanai from the master and not disturb someone sleeping on the sofa bed. The kitchen was updated and equipped...

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Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club

Waikoloa

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A coastal resort with a beach, palm trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Historic Kailua Village

10/10 Excellent

Well, I found the King Kamehameha Courtyard by Marriott to be quite a decent spot for a stay, but it wasn’t without its rough edges. There by the beach, where one hopes for a bit of serenity, there were a few folks living rough, and it tugged at the mood I’d hoped to find. Now, I believe if more of us took the time, as folks have done in places like Seattle and San Francisco, where a bit of outcry led to tangible improvements, perhaps things could change here, too. By lending a hand and...

Juan D

A covered outdoor area with columns, string lights, and potted plants.

Ka'awaloa Plantation Bed & Breakfast

Captain Cook

10/10 Excellent

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An indoor area with a view of the ocean, stone flooring, wooden furniture, and decorative columns.

Royal Kona Resort

Historic Kailua Village

10/10 Excellent

Let’s start off with check in…it’s easy. Your reservation is held for you and upgrades are offered when available for purchase. A great offer. You are at an older hotel…get over it. It’s beautiful and is walkable to downtown Kailua. ABC is across the street. You will have one of three towers. The lagoon, Alii and the Bay. The pool is amazing and the view is what you are paying for, totally awesome. Parking: easy. Your room key gets you in and out. It’s self parking. Your room will...

Don

A modern building with a large tree in the foreground, a well-lit entrance, and a clear view of the interior through the glass doors.

Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikoloa

10/10 Excellent

I like this hotel location and the environment. I will definitely go back again. However there are a few things that irritated me and left a bad taste to my experience. Majority of the hotel staff were very friendly and nice. It’s just only a handful that I met weren’t that polite or sincere. Management should monitor and observe to correct or replace those staff. (They weren’t in just one area or department, they from parking, reception, etc) On the other hand, there were helpful and very...

Oliver

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

Big Island Retreat

Kahaluu-Keauhou

10/10 Excellent

Me and the wife enjoyed staying at this hotel and its proximity to the snorkeling beach. They had all kinds of boogey boards, paddle boards, snorkel and fins, beach towels, chairs and such for you to use at no extra fee. Washer and dryer on site. A vey nice place to BBQ if you like with all the seasonings and sauces provided for you to use. The room had cooking utensils and such to prepare meals. I would stay here again. The lady Gigi that runs the place was a pleasure to meet.

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A sunset view with a stone fire pit, a curved sofa, and a small table.

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

Kamuela

10/10 Excellent

We originally stayed at the Hilton Waikoloa village and were scheduled for 10nights. However upon arrival we were unimpressed and had a depressing feeling due to the run down nature of the hotel. It's hard to put a finger on it but felt like an old amusement park. My wife and I decided to tour other resorts. We drove to the Fairmont and we loved it. We also looked at the HapunaPrince and didn't really like it much. We switched our reservation to Fairmont and cancelled the remaining stay at the...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Makalawena Beach?

Makalawena Beach is located in Makalawena. Travelers like the surrounding area for its island views, sunsets, and seaside. You'll find 132 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Makalawena Beach?

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 7 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Makalawena Beach. Another good option is Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, located 4 mi (6.4 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Makalawena Beach?

Expedia has 132 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Makalawena Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Makalawena Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Makalawena Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Makalawena Beach?

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What can I see and do near Makalawena Beach?

Dip your toes in the water at Manini'owali Beach, Kailua-Kona Beaches, and Kikaua Point Beach Park. Enjoy nature at Kua Bay, Mahai'ula Beach, or Mahaiula Bay. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course, Kekaha Kai State Park, and The Vanillerie are worth a stop while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Makalawena Beach hotels

1. Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

2. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

3. PACIFIC 19 Kona

4. Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

6. Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

7. Royal Kona Resort

8. Kona Islander Inn Condos

9. Kolea Kai Resort by KBM

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Top Makalawena Beach Hotel Reviews

Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

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