Makapala, HI
Travel Guide
Visit Makapala

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Amazing hotel, we will be back!
Reviewed on 14 January 2026

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection
It was wonderful. The rooms were clean. We enjoyed the beach and the food was excellent.
Reviewed on 8 January 2026

Kohala Village Inn
Would be nice to have coffee/tea available in room or onsite.
Reviewed on 16 January 2026

Beautiful ocean views located minutes away from Waipio Valley
This is a very quiet and peaceful location with a good view of the Pacific. Host and hostess were more than accommodating and were a delight to talk to. If we are in the area again, we will definitely stay here. The cat is friendly as well.😀 Go Purdue!!
Reviewed on 13 January 2026

Studio Kohala Big Island Ocean View
gorgeous views, host hospitality
Reviewed on 10 January 2026

Until you experience it you don't know it exist... Exceeded Expectations
I am a repeat guest from 20 years ago and found it to be just as charming and bucolic as I remembered.This is the "other Hawaii" where peacefulness and quiet prevail. The animals in the pastures are the backdrop along with amazing views of Maui. Chris couldn't have been a better host, and a joy to ...
Reviewed on 14 January 2026
Popular places to visit

Pololu Valley Overlook
Explore the great outdoors at Pololu Valley Overlook, a lovely green space in Kapaau. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Pololu Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pololu Beach during your trip to Kapaau? Wander the gardens and parks while you're in the area.
ATV Outfitters
ATV Outfitters is just one of the places to see in Halaula, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Kamehameha Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kamehameha Park, a lovely green space in Kapaau. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Keokea Beach Park
Explore the great outdoors at Keokea Beach Park, a lovely green space in Kapaau. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.
Kenjis House
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kenjis House during your trip to Kapaau. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
- Mauna Kea Beach
- Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
- Kohala
- Big Island Eco Adventures 2
- Waipio Valley Lookout
- Mauna Kea Resort Golf Course
- Puako Beach
- Waialea Beach
- Pololu Valley Overlook
- Parker Ranch Center
- Hāpuna Beach
- Kohala Historical Sites State Monument
- ATV Outfitters
- Puako Bay
- Spencer Beach Park
- Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site
- Mookini Heiau
- Waimea Park
- Hiilawe Waterfall
- Mau'umae Beach
- Hapuna Golf Course
- Waipio Beach
- Manta Ray Point
- Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center
- Kamehameha Park
- Keokea Beach Park
- Kenjis House
- Pololu Beach
- Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden
- Kamehameha Statue
- Hamakua Heritage Corridor
