Captain Cook Monument - 30 minutes
Parker Ranch - 1.25-hour drive
Waimea Town - 1.25-hour drive
Mauna Kea Visitors Center - 1.25-hour drive
Volcanoes National Park - 1.5-hour drive Keahole-Kona International Airport (KOA): Approximate driving time is 12 minutes and distance is 8 miles.
Driving directions from Keahole-Kona International: Exit the airport and turn right to take State Hwy 19 (Queen Kaahumanu Hwy) south for about 6 miles. Turn right on Palani Rd.
Getting there: The best option from the airport is a taxi ($16–25; fees subject to change without notice) or a rental car.
Getting around: The hotel is centrally located in Kailua-Kona, with many shops and restaurants within walking distance. For other destinations, a rental car is the best option.