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Kona Village Resort, Hawaii Island Vacations, Honeymoons and Luxury Travel Packages

Kona Village lies within the site of an ancient Hawaiian fishing village on 82 private acres at Kahuwai Bay along the Big Island’s Kohala Coast. Established in 1965, the resort is home to 125 thatched-roof bungalows called hale (ha-lay). Each is reflective of Polynesian architectural styles. Nestled around lush lagoons and pristine white and black sand beaches, guests enjoy vacation fun from water sports (snorkeling, diving, kayaking, deep sea fishing and more) to cultural and historical exploration within resort grounds.

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Kona Village Resort’s 82 oceanfront acres boasts three distinct geological zones we call “Sand,” “Lava,” and “Lagoon.” Within each zone is a variety of our unique, individual thatched roof bungalows, locally called hale (ha-lay). Each is cooled by tropical trade winds and interior ceiling fans, is generously sized and includes thoughtful in-room amenities. A coconut placed outside your door is our Hawaiian-style way of saying “Do Not Disturb.” The serenity and keen sense of place at Kona Village is achieved in part by our lack of radios, telephones and televisions. And the variety of Polynesian architectural styles found throughout the resort means there is a hale in this special place awaiting you. 

Sand  

This southern section of the resort has hale situated directly on or set back from the beach at Kahuwai Bay. From the Royal Category hale, guests are within steps of legendary Wai ‘O Kane (“Vie O Kah-Nay,” the Waters of Kane), a freshwater spring just beneath the ocean’s surface. Endangered green sea turtles bask on the shoreline each afternoon in this distinctly “Sand” zone of Kona Village, which includes every hale category except Standard. A particularly family-friendly area of the resort, there are various sized hale that easily accommodate families.

Lava

In 1801, Mt. Hualalai erupted sending forth a river of lava that reduced the size of Kahuwai Bay by one-half. The resulting geological formation was dramatic black lava rock cliffs and inlets with amazing pure black sand beaches. With a variety of hale in the Royal, Deluxe and Superior categories, adults and honeymooners in particular appreciate the ocean’s proximity, the stunning views, the ever-present ocean breezes and the many hale in this geological zone that have private Jacuzzi on the lanai (deck).

Lagoon

Distinctly different from the Sand and Lava zones is the area of Kona Village that surrounds the ancient Hawaiian fish ponds. Lushly tropical, with hale that are ideal for families and many that are preferred by honeymooners, the peaceful Lagoon area offers primarily Garden and Standard category hale. Here, the “alarm clocks” are chirping birds each morning, signaling the beginning of a beautiful day at Kona Village.

Included Amenities:

Fresh flower lei and tropical punch arrival greeting
Island-inspired breakfast, lunch and dinner served oceanfront 
Wednesday & Friday evening Aha‘aina – (lu‘au) dinner & show
Tuesday evening Paniolo (cowboy) Night BBQ 
Nightly entertainment at Bora Bora Bar 
Tuesday evening General Manager’s Cocktail Reception
Thursday evening Honeymooner's Sunset Mai Tai Reception (excluding holiday periods)
Box lunches or lunch voucher for select island restaurants
Coffee and pastries for early risers
Complimentary laundry facilities: washers, dryers and detergent 
Complimentary self-parking
Concierge Services for in-house or island activity reservations 
Internet access (from Concierge Services office only) 
Lending library of books & novels

In-Room Amenities:

Adult-sized Bathrobes and slippers
100% Kona Coffee plus selection of refrigerated soft drinks, juices & bottled water 
Hair dryer
Iron and Ironing board 
In-room Safe 
Daily housekeeping service & Turndown service
Private Jacuzzi (applicable to certain Royal category units only) 
Rooms cooled by tropical breezes and ceiling fans 
Ambiance provided by chirping birds, crashing surf, rustling coconut fronds

Included Activities:

Use of tennis courts, racquets and balls, round robins and clinics 
Use of Fitness facility including saunas
Ocean equipment such as snorkel gear, kayaks, sailboats*, boogie boards, surfboards (*orientation lesson required)
Outrigger canoe excursions
Arts and crafts such as shell hunting and lei making
Historical, botanical and petroglyph tours
Ping pong and Shuffleboard
Children's program for 5 - 12 year olds (Operates daily except May 1-25 and September 3-30, 2007)
Hammocks scattered throughout the resort for rest & relaxation
Two fresh-water swimming pools

Hale Samoa:
Whether dining indoors or beneath an umbrella of stars, Hale Samoa welcomes diners to a culinary experience that will tempt the taste buds, tingle the palate and tantalize the senses. Executive Chef Mark Tsuchiyama’s creative French Polynesian cuisine of traditional favorites is modernized for today’s sophisticated palate. An innovative collection of side dishes elevates foods of the Pacific to new culinary heights. Open evenings 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
(Hale Samoa dining surcharge may apply for all categories other than Royal).

Hale Moana:
Hale Moana provides Kona Village guests with oceanfront dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Early risers can select from a buffet of traditional and creative morning favorites or opt for our tempting a la carte menu.
For lunch, Kona Village guests enjoy an open-air buffet of inviting island greens, cold seafoods, daily specials and hot off the grill fish or burgers. The ever changing buffet is second only to the unending ocean view.
Dinner is served nightly from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. indoors or outdoors. Guests select from our Hawaiian/Asian inspired menu with selections of fresh island seafood, tender meats, taste-tempting salads, sides and desserts. A special dinner service for children is offered by 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

Talk Story Bar
At our bay-front bar, guests are welcome to order light lunch options served from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. daily. From 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. an a la carte pupu (hors d’oeuvres) menu is offered with options meant to enhance any number of frothy tropical libations from this fun, casual gathering spot.

Paniolo Night BBQ
Hawaiian cowboys (Na Paniolo) have played an important role historically and still today on Hawaii’s Big Island. There were paniolo working the open range here on the island before there were cowboys in America’s West. With that in mind, Kona Village Resort shares a bit of paniolo culture with guests.

Each Tuesday evening “Paniolo Night” celebrates the rich culture and heritage of Hawaiian cowboys with great food and entertainment. The tasty menu includes grilled steak, chicken, fresh island fish, beans slow-cooked over an open fire, corn on the cob, salads, desserts and for a nominal extra fee, fresh Kehaole grilled lobster.

Live entertainment features Hawaii’s unique slack-key music and décor befits the evening’s theme. Hardworking Paniolo are on hand to talk story with guests, answer questions and share knowledge and lore about their intriguing lifestyle.
Yee-ha! Round up the clan for Paniolo Night at Kona Village.

‘Aha‘aina
Each Wednesday and Friday, Kona Village’s aha`aina (feast, or lu‘au) honors old traditions while adopting decidedly upbeat formats.

On Wednesday Hula Mana brings the experience alive with the resort’s legendary ‘Aha‘aina lu‘au. On Friday Savai‘i, Origins of Polynesia provides guests with a vibrant South Pacific lu‘au experience.

Immerse yourself in an authentic cultural journey surrounded by ancient Hawaiian fish ponds. The evening begins with the unveiling of traditionally prepared foods in the imu (Hawaiian earthen oven) or the umu (Polynesian earthen oven). A sumptuous buffet showcases the heritage foods of such as kalua pig, lomi lomi salmon and poi alongside modern favorites such as fresh island fish, tasty chicken and tropical fruits. Enjoy a mai tai or other refreshing libation.

Then it is showtime! Savai‘i includes the Maori songs of New Zealand and unique to New Zealand poi ball dance, the Samoan fire dance, and the hip-shaking Tahitian tamure.
Implements, chants and dance during Friday’s Hula Mana reminisce about “Boat Days” of Honolulu, the influence of all of Polynesia in Hawai‘i and the island’s Paniolo (cowboys).

Regardless of the evening, each aha`aina sparkles with energy and the vivacious talent of the performers in an unparalleled open-air setting.

Sunday Brunch
The Kona Village culinary experience extends to our Sunday brunch, a true celebration of food.
The collection of flavors found nowhere else include pancakes with as many as 40 toppings from which to choose, freshly tossed made to order stir fry, roast prime rib of beef, assorted dim sum, steamed sea food, a raw bar, salads, desserts and so very much more.
In the beautiful setting of the open air terrace at Hale Moana, with Kahuwai Bay as the décor, this Sunday Brunch is always special.

The Island site located in our lagoon which features two small islands nestled within a lush, tropical garden setting. Spanned by gracefully arching foot bridges and shaded by a canopy of palms, this area is an idyllic spot to affirm your love.

The South Point Tiki site, situated at the southern end of Kahuwai Bay, is a picturesque spot with unobstructed views of the ocean and amazing Kona sunsets. This beach setting will allow you to sink your toes in the sand as you exchange your wedding vows.

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