Concierge Guide
The island rewards those who wander. These are the adventures, tables, and seasonal events we send our guests to — every one of them an easy, beautiful drive from your delivery location. Tell us what you would like to do and we will help you plan the days around it.
Keauhou Bay
Float above the lights as giant pacific manta rays barrel-roll beneath you. Evening departures — a flawless first night on island.
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Morning catamaran charters to the clearest water on the Kona coast, with spinner dolphins along the way.
Honokōhau Harbor
Champagne, pupus, and the green flash off the Kona coast. Pairs perfectly with an early evening drive up Ali'i Drive.
Saddle Road
The most storied sunset in the Pacific followed by world-class stargazing at the visitor station. Bring layers — it is cold at 9,200 ft.
Volcano
Kīlauea craters, lava tubes, and steam vents. A full-day drive that is worth every mile — check the glow after dark.
Honoka'a
Waterfalls, sea cliffs, and open road along the north shore. One of the best top-down drives on the island.
Hōnaunau
Sacred grounds, carved ki'i, and tide pools. A quiet, grounding morning stop before beach time at Two Step.
Holualoa
Estate tastings in the coffee belt above town, with sweeping views down to the water.
Kailua-Kona
Oceanfront lū'au on the grounds of King Kamehameha's royal compound. Book ahead in peak season.
Waimea
Farm-to-table upcountry classic. Reserve early — a favorite of our returning guests.
Ka'ūpūlehu
Oceanfront fine dining and the best sunset table on the Kohala Coast. Valet welcomes the fleet.
Ka'ūpūlehu
Barefoot-elegant Italian-Hawaiian right on the sand — wood-fired plates, live slack key at sunset. Our top recommendation for a first night on island.
Mauna Lani
Modern Hawaiian tasting plates steps from the sand. Perfect anniversary evening.
Mauna Lani Point / Makaiwa Bay
Toes-in-the-sand dining above Makaiwa Bay. Fresh island fish, killer mai tais, and one of the best sunset views on the Kohala Coast.
Kailua-Kona
Local-favorite ohana grill: fresh catch, prime steaks, and a warm neighborhood room. Easy, excellent, and reservation-friendly.
Hilo
The Hilo-side sister restaurant — same fresh catch and island comfort plates, perfect after Volcanoes National Park.
Magic Sands Beach, Ali'i Drive
Open-air oceanfront across from Magic Sands Beach. Sunset cocktails, fresh poke, and the best casual ocean view drive on Ali'i.
Mauna Lani / Fairmont Orchid
Oceanfront fine dining with torch-lit tables and live Hawaiian music. A polished evening on the Kohala Coast.
Kailua-Kona
The island's benchmark poke bowls — casual, fast, and outstanding value between beach days.
Kailua-Kona
March. Island brewers, chefs, and live music on the waterfront lawn.
Hilo
Easter week. The world's premier hula competition — plan lodging and your vehicle far in advance.
Kailua-Kona
October. The island's biggest week — delivery windows fill fast, reserve early.
Kona District
November. Ten days of farm tours, tastings, art, and parades across the coffee belt.
Add a chauffeur for lū'au and dinner evenings, schedule an early summit run, or have the vehicle waiting in Lot A at KOA so your first adventure starts the moment you land. Remember: every rental includes 100 miles per day, and longer stays unlock up to 30% off.
