Day package hotel in Kona

[zookiebird]

We'll be cruising Hawaii on the POA in early March. After being almost constantly on the go for 5 days we'll be in Kona for a day I'm thinking that might be good for a "day off". Does anyone know of an area hotel that offers something like a day package? Especially would like a nice calm beach, restaurant and maybe a little bar. Many thanks for your help.

[Susan-M]

The Hilton at Waikola Beach Resort is the only one that I've heard of that sells day passes for pool use ... but to get there you'd want a rental car or have to pay about $30 each way for a taxi, and last I heard it was $160/family for a pool day pass.

 

However, if all you want is a calm beach, restaurant and bar, you can go to any hotel and use the beach there, and their restaurant and bar. A rental car would be the best option so that you can get to where the nicest beaches are (on the S. Kohala Coast.)

[kapoho2]

The King Kamehameha Hotel (now a Courtyard by Marriott) is right at the tender pier in Kona. This hotel has a small beach that is used by many of the cruise passengers. Even though the beach is small, there is a beach activities center there where you can rent water toys, kayaks, etc.

 

The King Kam has an outdoor restaurant and bar area overlooking the beach. I don't think they have day rates, and you will not be able to use the pool, but it is an easy option for what you are looking for without renting a car. Also, if you feel like taking a stroll, the town of Kona is right there along the waterfront with many shops and restaurants.

Edited October 20, 2014 by kapoho2

[zookiebird]

Many thanks. Both great ideas!!!