
Kona Village Luau
The island’s longest-running luau begins with the unveiling of traditionally prepared foods in an imu (Hawaiian earthen oven). On Fridays, the umu (Polynesian earthen oven) is used. A sumptuous buffet showcases heritage foods.
PGA Champions Tour “Tournament of Champions” at Hualalai
The Champions Tour kicks off its season here each January.
The Hualalai Grille

The Hualalai Grille. Goat Cheese Stack: Hawai‘i Island goat dairy chèvre, olive tapenade, Thai basil pesto, and Nakano Farms tomato. Photo: Kyle Rothenborg
Situated in a relaxed, open-air setting on the second floor of the golf clubhouse overlooking the 18th green of the Hualalai Golf Course, a Jack Nicklaus design is one of the best restaurants on the Big Island. The Hualalai Grille dishes delicious culinary creations in a style known as Hawaii Regional Cuisine. Hualalai Grille’s trademark is making creative use of local produce, fresh fish from local waters and flavor palettes based on traditional Hawaii/ Pacific cuisines. Of course a fully stocked 19th-hole bar is open for golfers daily.
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai & Kona Village Resort
Staying at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai or the Kona Village Resort has its privileges, including the opportunity to play the otherwise-private Hualalai Golf Course, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Design. Of course other privileges of booking at these tropical resorts include spacious bungalows, world-class spas, sweeping ocean views and extremely inviting dining options.