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

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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

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

Q: 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.

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

To access more information about updating your stay near Makalawena Beach or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page .

Q: 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.

Our top choices for Makalawena Beach hotels

7 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

1. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Kaupulehu, 5.6 km from Makalawena Beach

Kurt D.

￥271,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Ocean Front Accessible Four Bedroom Kumukea Kauhale | Terrace/patio

2. Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kaupulehu, 6.4 km from Makalawena Beach

Michael

￥263,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

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

Historic Kailua Village, 17.3 km from Makalawena Beach

Diana

￥36,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

4. Royal Kona Resort

Historic Kailua Village, 18.2 km from Makalawena Beach

Jennifer

￥34,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

5. PACIFIC 19 Kona

Historic Kailua Village, 17 km from Makalawena Beach

Chaslen

￥38,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

6. Sea Village

Holualoa Village, 19.2 km from Makalawena Beach

Erin Rae

￥39,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

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

Historic Kailua Village, 17 km from Makalawena Beach

Maria

￥53,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

8. Kailua Studio w/ Pool Access & Garden Views!

Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach

Gary

￥62,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

9. Cozy Sunset Views W/ Lanai - Close To Beach 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

Kalaoa, 7.5 km from Makalawena Beach

￥77,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 25 - Jul 26

10. Kona Islander Inn Condos

Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach

Mariya

￥65,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Villa, 4 Bedrooms (Oceanfront, Sleeps 11 (Hale Nani)) | Terrace/patio

11. Kolea Kai Resort by KBM

20.3 km from Makalawena Beach

￥1,928,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

12. Enjoy the Sunset Ocean Front 1BR Apt-pool On-site

Holualoa Village, 19.5 km from Makalawena Beach

￥53,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

13. Nautical Theme Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach

Linda

￥88,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

14. Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach

carlotta

￥90,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

15. Charming Pu'ukala Sunset - Near Hiking And Golf 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

Kalaoa, 7.5 km from Makalawena Beach

￥77,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

16. Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach

￥84,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

17. Tropical Kailua-kona Escape < 7 Mi to Keauhou Bay!

Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach

￥74,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

18. Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach

￥88,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Makalawena Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 496 reviews	View
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 93 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Royal Kona Resort	4.0 star property	8.2 Very Good 2,966 reviews	View
PACIFIC 19 Kona	3.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 2,669 reviews	View

Top Makalawena Beach Hotel Reviews

Beautiful conveniently located 2-bedroom ocean view home in Kailua-Kona.

10/10 Excellent

"Shorty is the man! Extremely hospitable. Property is in a great location and well maintained. You can't go wrong here."

Luxurious Makai Villa with Pool and Ocean Views

8/10 Good

"The house was clean, nice layout, great Wi-Fi and plenty of room.We didn’t get a chance to grill because the grill was no good rusted out and that’s one of our biggest things we like to do as a family when we go on vacation vacations but besides that the pool was great but very hot with no air-conditioning.Thanks again"

Hotels near other Makalawena Beach attractions

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and palm trees.

Mahai'ula Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Mahai'ula Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Kailua-Kona. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

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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?

To access more information about updating your stay near Makalawena Beach or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

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. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

2. Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

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

4. Royal Kona Resort

5. PACIFIC 19 Kona

6. Sea Village

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

8. Kailua Studio w/ Pool Access & Garden Views!

9. Cozy Sunset Views W/ Lanai - Close To Beach 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

10. Kona Islander Inn Condos

11. Kolea Kai Resort by KBM

12. Enjoy the Sunset Ocean Front 1BR Apt-pool On-site

13. Nautical Theme Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

14. Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

15. Charming Pu'ukala Sunset - Near Hiking And Golf 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning

16. Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

17. Tropical Kailua-kona Escape < 7 Mi to Keauhou Bay!

18. Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

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Top Makalawena Beach Hotel Reviews

Beautiful conveniently located 2-bedroom ocean view home in Kailua-Kona.

Hotels near other Makalawena Beach attractions

Mahai'ula Beach

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