Kona Islander Inn Local Guide
Food scene
Right across the street, less than a five minute walk away and right on the water, this Indian restaurant is one of our favorite spots. They offer really delicious food. Vegan and vegetarian friendly. Great deals on bottles of wine.
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Kamana Kitchen
75-5770 Ali‘i Dr Right across the street, less than a five minute walk away and right on the water, this Indian restaurant is one of our favorite spots. They offer really delicious food. Vegan and vegetarian friendly. Great deals on bottles of wine.
Really delicious hidden gem. A short walk from our place. There is no view here, it's all about the food and we always enjoy anything we order here. The tempura green beans are a great start to any meal and all of their home made noodle dishes are delicious. Great place to try ox-tail soup if you haven't yet. They also offer shabu shabu and really good shaved ice. We always make sure to take our family here when they visit.
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TK Noodle House Kona
75 Hanama PlReally delicious hidden gem. A short walk from our place. There is no view here, it's all about the food and we always enjoy anything we order here. The tempura green beans are a great start to any meal and all of their home made noodle dishes are delicious. Great place to try ox-tail soup if you haven't yet. They also offer shabu shabu and really good shaved ice. We always make sure to take our family here when they visit.
Sightseeing
Great swimming and snorkeling right off the pier, this is where the Ironman Kona swim takes place. Paddleboard rentals and the King Kam Hotel Beach is right on the other side which is easy access to the water and good snorkeling. You can walk here in 10 minutes.
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The Pier
Great swimming and snorkeling right off the pier, this is where the Ironman Kona swim takes place. Paddleboard rentals and the King Kam Hotel Beach is right on the other side which is easy access to the water and good snorkeling. You can walk here in 10 minutes.
Some of the best snorkeling on the island with surf and paddleboard rentals right across the street. This is the best spot to learn surfing on the big island. Easy to get in and out of the water and always a lifeguard on duty. Also a great place to host beach events like birthday parties etc.
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Kahaluu Bay
Ali‘i DriveSome of the best snorkeling on the island with surf and paddleboard rentals right across the street. This is the best spot to learn surfing on the big island. Easy to get in and out of the water and always a lifeguard on duty. Also a great place to host beach events like birthday parties etc.
Really cute tiny karaoke bar that always seems to be full of great singers and amazing bartenders. A short 5 minute walk from our place on Ali'i Drive.
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Sam's Hideaway
75-5729 Ali‘i DrReally cute tiny karaoke bar that always seems to be full of great singers and amazing bartenders. A short 5 minute walk from our place on Ali'i Drive.
The beautiful historic palace in Kona. They offer tours during the day. A must see just a short walk away. This is where we were married.
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Hulihe'e Palace
The beautiful historic palace in Kona. They offer tours during the day. A must see just a short walk away. This is where we were married.
Breweries
Really cool vibe and atmosphere along with some of the best beer and food on the island. Their pizzas and fresh fish never disappoint. Also a great place for families and big groups.
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Kona Brewing Company
74-5612 Pawai PlReally cool vibe and atmosphere along with some of the best beer and food on the island. Their pizzas and fresh fish never disappoint. Also a great place for families and big groups.
Located in the old industrial area about a 10 min drive away this brewery features some of the best island ciders from white pineapple, tangelo to dragon fruit and lychee, all locally made. They also have some great beers and food. A neat bar where you can see their beer being made through a window that peers into their warehouse. 21+
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Ola Brew
74-5598 Luhia StLocated in the old industrial area about a 10 min drive away this brewery features some of the best island ciders from white pineapple, tangelo to dragon fruit and lychee, all locally made. They also have some great beers and food. A neat bar where you can see their beer being made through a window that peers into their warehouse. 21+
Really cool brewery off the beaten path with some really great food.
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Big Island Brewhaus
64-1066 Mamalahoa HwyReally cool brewery off the beaten path with some really great food.