Captain Cook Monument - 15 minutes
Volcanoes National Park - 1.25 hours
Parker Ranch - 1.25 hours
Waimea Town - 1.25 hours
Mauna Kea Visitors Center - 2 hours Keahole-Kona International Airport (KOA): Approximate driving time is 25 minutes and distance is 14 miles.
Driving directions from Keahole-Kona International: From the airport, turn right to take State Hwy 19 (Queen Kaahumanu Hwy) south, then continue on State Hwy 11. Turn right onto Palani Dr and continue on Alii Dr. The hotel is on the right.
Getting there: A rental car is the best option from the airport, since most guests will want a car anyway for sightseeing. Taxis are also available ($16–25; fees subject to change without notice).
Getting around: There are shops and restaurants right in Kailua Kona, within a short walk or taxi ride of the hotel, but for seeing the sights on the Big Island, a rental car is essential. Parking is available at the hotel ($5–15; fees subject to change without notice).