Kailua-Kona travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kailua-Kona
With a population of 11,975, Kailua-Kona is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kailua-Kona has to offer.
Where to Eat in Kailua-Kona
If you’re looking for affordable options, Magics Beach Grill (77-6452 Ali'i Dr) and Huggo's (75-5828 Kahakai Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Sushi & Robata by 'Ulu (72-100 Kaupulehu Dr) and Kai Eats and Drinks (75-5776 Alii Dr) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kailua-Kona.
When to visit Kailua-Kona
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kailua-Kona in August, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 22 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kailua-Kona, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.
How to Get to Kailua-Kona
Plane
When flying to Kailua-Kona, you’ll arrive at Kona Intl (KOA), which is located 8 miles from the city centre Airlines that fly from Canada to Kailua-Kona include Air France, KLM and WestJet. The shortest flight to Kailua-Kona from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 6h 24m.
Car
Another option to get to Kailua-Kona is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 167 miles from Kailua-Kona. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Budget, among others, in Honolulu.
Airlines serving Kailua-Kona
Where to stay in Kailua-Kona
From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai to great affordable options like the Big Island Retreat, Kailua-Kona offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 401 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 1,123 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Kona Islander Vacation Club and Kona Islander.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kailua-Kona
Most booked hotels in Kailua-Kona
Renting a car in Kailua-Kona
Renting a car in Kailua-Kona costs C$ 82 per day, on average, or C$ 492 if you want to rent it for 6 days. Alamo, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Kailua-Kona is the Thrifty branch at 73-200 Kupipi Street, which is 8 miles from the downtown.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Kona Intl.
Expect to pay C$ 1.29 per litre in Kailua-Kona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.47 and C$ 20.62. The most frequently booked car type in Kailua-Kona is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 39% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Kailua-Kona
Supplier choice
5 adults, 5 Bags
C$ 42/day
Compact
4 adults, 2 Bags
C$ 54/day
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