Activities

Q: What kinds of activities and entertainment does Kona Village offer guests?

Kona Village is a five-star, child-friendly resort in Kailua-Kona offering a wide range of on-site activities, including snorkeling in Kahuwai Bay , sunrise outrigger canoe paddles , paddleboarding, bodyboarding, and a guided tour of an on-site petroglyph field . Guests can also enjoy tennis and pickleball courts , a fitness center, and Asaya Spa , making Kona Village a full-service destination for both relaxation and adventure.

Q: Is Kona Village suitable for families traveling with children?

Yes, Kona Village is a child-friendly resort that welcomes children of all ages . The property offers a complimentary kids club for children ages 5 to 12 , along with a family pool featuring a sand-bottomed keiki pool , so families staying at Kona Village can enjoy activities together or let younger guests join supervised programming.

Q: Does Kona Village have a kids club or supervised children's program?

Kona Village offers a complimentary kids club for children ages 5 to 12 , giving young guests at Kona Village access to supervised, age-appropriate activities while parents enjoy the resort's beach, pools, or spa.

Q: Can guests snorkel directly at Kona Village?

Yes, one of the top draws of Kona Village is on-site snorkeling in Kahuwai Bay , the resort's own black-sand cove, which is rated excellent for snorkeling right off the beach. Snorkel equipment is available on site, making it easy for Kona Village guests to explore the bay's marine life without leaving the property.

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Discover a world of authentic Kailua-Kona adventure and laid-back luxury, set beside the famous Kailua-Kona Beach—known for its crystal-clear waters and sea turtle snorkeling. Enjoy everything from live music and themed nights to poolside games, dance lessons, and nightly shows in an elegant setting. Spend your days kayaking, yoga sessions, or exploring nearby cenotes, then unwind with romantic evening entertainment designed for couples seeking both excitement and relaxation.

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Kahuwai Bay Snorkeling

Explore the resort’s black-sand cove with snorkel gear and calm-water reef viewing right from the beachfront. Guests and reviewers describe the snorkeling here as excellent.

Thatched beach bar, outrigger canoe and palm trees by the ocean at Kona Village.

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Sunrise Canoe Paddle

Join an early outrigger canoe paddle in Kahuwai Bay, a signature ocean experience offered through the beachfront activity team.

Outrigger canoe rests on the beach by rocky shoreline at Kona Village.

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Outrigger Canoe Paddling

Paddle the bay in a traditional outrigger canoe, learning the rhythm of teamwork while taking in the coastline from the water.

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Stand-Up Paddleboarding

Take a paddleboard onto Kahuwai Bay using the resort’s non-motorized water equipment, with the lava-edged shoreline as your backdrop.

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Kayak Paddling

Glide across the bay by kayak with complimentary non-motorized water equipment available through the resort’s ocean activities program.

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Bodyboarding Sessions

Catch small shorebreak waves with bodyboards available on site, or practice your timing along the beach when conditions allow.

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Scuba Diving

Dive beneath the surface with on-site scuba opportunities and water-sports equipment available at the resort.

Two children stand on black lava rocks by the shoreline at Kona Village.

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Kua Bay Beach Day

Spend the day at Maniniʻowali Beach, better known as Kua Bay, a turquoise-water white-sand beach near the resort.

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Kealakekua Bay Snorkel

Cruise to Kealakekua Bay to snorkel near Captain Cook’s Monument in one of Hawaiʻi Island’s top marine-life conservation areas.

Tennis courts with nets, benches, umbrellas, and palms at Kona Village.

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Tennis Lessons

Improve your serve, rally and footwork through the resort’s tennis program, which includes lessons, clinics and tournaments on fully equipped courts.

Outdoor sports cabinet with tennis rackets, balls, towels, and fruit at Kona Village.

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Tennis Clinics

Join a coached group tennis session designed for practice, technique and friendly competition on the resort courts.

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Kona Whale Watching

Join a seasonal boat tour off the Kona Coast, with humpback whale activity typically strongest in January and February.

Light-filled fitness center with cardio and strength equipment at Kona Village.

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Fitness Training

Work out in the fitness center with floor-to-ceiling windows and TechnoGym cardio and weight-training equipment.

Outdoor soaking tub on a spa deck beside lava rock at Kona Village.

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Spa Hydrotherapy

Unwind with sauna, steam room, hot tub and cold-plunge access at the resort spa’s wellness facilities, set into black lava flow with views toward Hualālai.

Two spa treatment tables with shelves and copper bowls at Kona Village.

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Couples Massage

Book a spa treatment in an outdoor hale, including signature options such as a moonlit after-hours journey with private thermal access and massage.

Adults and children gather with fishing rods beside a pond at Kona Village.

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Kids Club Activities

Children ages 5 to 11 can enjoy supervised resort programming Monday through Saturday, with seasonal hours typically running from morning to late afternoon.

Oceanfront pool deck at Ocean Front Four Bedroom Maheawalu Kauhale at Kona Village.

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Pool Lap Swimming

Swim focused lengths in the 25-meter lap pool overlooking Kahuwai Bay, part of the adults pool setting.

Family by the pool at the Ohana Pool Accessible Four Bedroom Kauhale at Kona Village.

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Family Pool Play

Splash together in the family pool area, which includes shallow sections, a sand-bottom kids pool and hot tubs for easygoing daytime fun.

Fire performers entertain guests under string lights at night at Kona Village.

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Evening Entertainment

Enjoy scheduled evening entertainment on property, from the open-air resort atmosphere to music and island-inspired programming after sunset.

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Manta Ray Snorkel

Head to Keauhou Bay for Kona’s famous night snorkel or dive, where manta rays gather after dark to feed on plankton.

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ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT FAQs

What kinds of activities and entertainment does Kona Village offer guests?

Kona Village is a five-star, child-friendly resort in Kailua-Kona offering a wide range of on-site activities, including snorkeling in Kahuwai Bay, sunrise outrigger canoe paddles, paddleboarding, bodyboarding, and a guided tour of an on-site petroglyph field. Guests can also enjoy tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, and Asaya Spa, making Kona Village a full-service destination for both relaxation and adventure.

Is Kona Village suitable for families traveling with children?

Yes, Kona Village is a child-friendly resort that welcomes children of all ages. The property offers a complimentary kids club for children ages 5 to 12, along with a family pool featuring a sand-bottomed keiki pool, so families staying at Kona Village can enjoy activities together or let younger guests join supervised programming.

Does Kona Village have a kids club or supervised children's program?

Kona Village offers a complimentary kids club for children ages 5 to 12, giving young guests at Kona Village access to supervised, age-appropriate activities while parents enjoy the resort’s beach, pools, or spa.

Can guests snorkel directly at Kona Village?

Yes, one of the top draws of Kona Village is on-site snorkeling in Kahuwai Bay, the resort’s own black-sand cove, which is rated excellent for snorkeling right off the beach. Snorkel equipment is available on site, making it easy for Kona Village guests to explore the bay’s marine life without leaving the property.

What water sports and ocean activities are available at Kona Village?

Kona Village provides an array of ocean activities including paddleboarding, bodyboarding, canoeing, and snorkeling on site, along with general water sports equipment for guest use. A sunrise canoe paddle in Kahuwai Bay is also offered, letting guests start the day on the water right in front of Kona Village.

Does Kona Village offer spa and wellness experiences?

Yes, Kona Village is home to Asaya Spa, which includes treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room, and sun deck with hot and cold plunge pools. Guests at Kona Village can book wellness treatments and enjoy these facilities as part of a relaxing, activity-filled stay.

Is there a fitness center or racquet sports at Kona Village?

Kona Village features a fitness center with floor-to-ceiling windows and modern cardio and weight-training equipment. The resort also offers fully equipped tennis and pickleball courts, with a tennis program that includes lessons, clinics, and tournaments for guests who want an active stay at Kona Village.

Can guests see petroglyphs or cultural sites while staying at Kona Village?

Yes, Kona Village offers a guided tour of a petroglyph field located directly on the resort’s grounds, giving guests a rare opportunity to explore ancient Hawaiian rock carvings without leaving Kona Village.

What nearby excursions can be arranged from Kona Village?

From Kona Village, guests can arrange popular Kailua-Kona excursions such as a manta ray night snorkel departing from Keauhou Bay, a snorkel boat tour to Kealakekua Bay near Captain Cook’s Monument, whale-watching tours during whale season, and deep-sea fishing charters from Honokōhau Harbor. The concierge at Kona Village can help with tour and ticket assistance for these outings.

Are there relaxing pool options for adults and families at Kona Village?

Kona Village offers multiple outdoor pools and hot tubs spread across the property, giving guests choices for both lively family swim time and quieter adult relaxation. Pool umbrellas, outdoor furniture, and poolside bars round out the amenities, so every guest at Kona Village can find their preferred pace of activity.