Hulihee Palace at a Glance
Relive the life of the royals in this stylish mansion in
the historic Kailua-Kona village. The New England-style
Hulihee Palace was built in 1938 by John Adams Kuakini,
a former governor, out of coral mortar and lava rock. It
served as home to Hawaii’s royal family, making it one of
the two royal residences in the U.S. (the other is Iolani
Palace on Oahu).
Today, the palace offers a glimpse of life as a royal in
the 19th century. Various relics and artifacts are displayed
from the foyer to the hallways on the second floor. Make
sure to check out the koa furniture, intricately crafted
from the native acacia koa tree. Join one of the guided
tours for a more in-depth look at Hawaiian royal folklore.
An earthquake partially destroyed the palace in 2006, but
repairs were immediately put in place and the house is again
open to the public. It is now run by the Daughters of Hawaii,
an organization dedicated to preserving Hawaiian history
and culture.
Many also consider Hulihee Palace a hub for folk entertainment.
A music and hula concert is held here every month, each
one honoring one of the Hawaiian monarchs. They are usually
held on the last Sunday of the month except in June and
December, when they coincide with the Kamehameha Day and
Christmas respectively.
The palace lies across the street from the Mokuaikaua Church,
the oldest Christian church in the state. Like the Hulihee
Palace, it is made from lava stones and features New England-style
architecture. Beside it is the tallest manmade structure
on Kailua-Kona, a steeple rising up to 112 feet.Hulihee
Palace in Bullet Points
Hulihee Palace Location
Address: 75-5718 Alii Dr, Kailua Kona, HI 96740
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