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Our top choices for Makalawena Beach hotels

7 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
5.0 star property
Kaupulehu, 5.6 km from Makalawena Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (495 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful property. Entire staff was amazing. Overall magical experience"
United States
April
The price is P86,387
P103,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Terrace/patio

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
5.0 star property
Kaupulehu, 6.4 km from Makalawena Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Gorgeous property with lovely staff"
United States
Michael
The price is P78,026
P99,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
Exterior

Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast

Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
9.5 km from Makalawena Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (131 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay on Kona"
United States
Jesse
The price is P14,764
P17,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast
Free daily continental breakfast

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
2.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.3 km from Makalawena Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Diana
The price is P11,172
P13,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
Lobby

PACIFIC 19 Kona

PACIFIC 19 Kona
3.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17 km from Makalawena Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2,677 reviews)
"We love staying here! Great service and great location!"
United States
Chaslen
The price is P11,985
P16,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
PACIFIC 19 Kona
Exterior

Sea Village

Sea Village
3.5 star property
Holualoa Village, 19.2 km from Makalawena Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (161 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sea Village. It was beautiful, clean and the location was great."
United States
Erin Rae
The price is P12,602
P14,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Sea Village
Breakfast and dinner served

Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort
4.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 18.2 km from Makalawena Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (2,993 reviews)
"The location was great!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P11,985
P16,044 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Royal Kona Resort
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17 km from Makalawena Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,015 reviews)
"Excellent location and amenities. Would stay here again"
United States
Gwen
The price is P15,673
P20,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Exterior

Kona Islander Inn Condos

Kona Islander Inn Condos
3.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
6.4 out of 10, (151 reviews)
"In the heart of downtown, lots of restaurants and shops. Right on the beach. Room had everything needed for cooking, AC worked very well"
United States
Mariya
The price is P5,862
P25,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Kona Islander Inn Condos
Property grounds

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

Charming Pu'ukala Sunset - Near Hiking And Golf 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning
3.0 star property
Kalaoa, 7.5 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is P10,106
P30,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Charming Pu'ukala Sunset - Near Hiking And Golf 1 Bedroom Home by RedAwning
Interior

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

Tropical Kailua-kona Escape < 7 Mi to Keauhou Bay!
3.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is P10,714
P28,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Tropical Kailua-kona Escape < 7 Mi to Keauhou Bay!
1 bedroom

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

Enjoy the Sunset Ocean Front 1BR Apt-pool On-site
2.0 star property
Holualoa Village, 19.5 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is P8,288
P21,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Enjoy the Sunset Ocean Front 1BR Apt-pool On-site
Beach

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

Nautical Theme Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
3.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Worn out space with old appliances and broken screen door. Could have been cleaner. "
United States
Linda
The price is P11,475
P33,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Nautical Theme Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
Property grounds

Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
3.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Kona is too citify we want a more rural surroundings "
United States
carlotta
The price is P11,475
P34,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
Property grounds

Outstanding Oceanfront Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Outstanding Oceanfront Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
3.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Mostly very clean, except sliding glass doors. Would have cleaned myself but no cleaning materials on site. Wanted to love this place. We have stayed in other units but were delighted to find a first floor unit. The good: well equipped, comfortable, plenty of towels, and beach stuff. Nice patio area. The bad: communication was awful. Don't know if the problem is with the owner or RedAwning. Most units are welcoming (flowers, complementary chocolates, coffee, and welcoming reminders about check...
United States
Sustainable
The price is P14,215
P42,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Outstanding Oceanfront Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
Property grounds

Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
4.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is P11,475
P34,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
Property grounds

Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning

Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
3.5 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is P11,475
P33,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Garden View Studio - Kona Islander Inn Condos Condo by RedAwning
Interior

Kailua-kona Group Getaway: 5-unit Bundle!

Kailua-kona Group Getaway: 5-unit Bundle!
3.0 star property
Historic Kailua Village, 17.7 km from Makalawena Beach
The price is P46,919
P122,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Kailua-kona Group Getaway: 5-unit Bundle!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Makalawena Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
7 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
495 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
93 reviews
View
Exterior
Mango Sunset Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
131 reviews
View
Free daily continental breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Kailua-Kona by IHG
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,015 reviews
View
Lobby
PACIFIC 19 Kona
3.5 star property
8.4
Very Good
2,677 reviews
View

Top Makalawena Beach Hotel Reviews

Royal Kona Resort

Royal Kona Resort

8/10 Good
"Room was spacious and clean. Coffee maker and fridge. The only issue is noise. The Bay tower ( I was on the 2nd floor) is located near the connecting walkway and guests were loud and the sound carries."
gloria 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Royal Kona Resort

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Mahai'ula Beach

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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.
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.