Hotels near Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority Kailua-Kona

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park in Kalaoa. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument, both nearby.

If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at Hawaii Gateway Energy Center in Kalaoa. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to see more of the museums in Kailua-Kona, you can easily walk to Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority.

When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Wawaloli Beach, located 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from central Kailua-Kona. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Ooma Beach located nearby.

Kalaoa is home to The Vanillerie, so why not stop by during your stay in Kailua-Kona.

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Ooma Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Catch the sunset by the shore at Kohanaiki Beach Park, just a short walk away.

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Kohanaiki Beach Park is a spot you might want to check out, located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Catch the sunset by the shore at Ooma Beach, just a short walk away.

You can stroll along Honokōhau Harbor for relaxing water views when you're in Kalaoa. Spend the afternoon at the beach and head to one of the restaurants for a bite to eat. If you carry on walking you'll get to 'Ai'ōpio Beach for some more water views.

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to 'Ai'ōpio Beach located 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from central Kailua-Kona. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Kohanaiki Beach Park, Kamakahonu Beach, and Keiki Beach.