Kona Village Resort

activities. On top of the room rate is a fee of $135 or more for food and beverages.

Located in an ancient fishing village on 82 acres.  It's on the Big Island on the Kohala Bay. The north side is black lava while the south side is white sand. About 7 Miles from the airport. Kailua-Kona and Hulihee Palace are 20 minutes away. Volcanoes National Park will take 2.5 hours by car.

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Amenities: There are water sports, cultural and historic explorations and a beach. A unique feature here is that it's technology free. There's no phone, TV or radio. Other amenities include a spa, swimming pool, spa tub, gym equipment, bars, free parking and public area Internet access. Some of the included activities are: local arts and crafts,  snorkeling gear rentals, tennis-courts and clinics, fitness center, some cultural and historical tours. Children can take part in a complimentary program for 6 to 12 year olds. There are also outrigger canoe excursions, hammocks and a library.

The the award-winning Aha’aina, or luau banquet, celebrates Hale Ho’okipa on Wednesday and Friday nights and there's other entertainment throughout the week.

Rooms: The thatched huts are luxury despite the lack of anything that looks like it could transmit media. To see the rooms use our search tool on the top right of the screen. Housekeeping is two times daily. Adult-sized Bathrobes and slippers are available.

A coconut placed outside your door means “Do Not Disturb.”

Reviewers say: everyone's friendly at Kona Village Resort - not just the staff, expensive like the rest of Hawaii, great for families, rustic feel, paradise. This place has been an authentic dream paradise to many and almost all guests who comment on the various review pages. The only question, is are you willing to part with the cash for what you get? See the latest reviews.