Hulihe`e Palace

Hulihe'e Palace is a historic royal residence built in 1838 on Ali'i Drive along Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona on Hawaiʻi Island. Constructed from lava rock by High Chief John Adams Kuakini, the palace served as a vacation retreat for Hawaiian ali'i including Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani, Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, and King David Kalākaua. The Daughters of Hawaiʻi restored and opened it as a museum in 1927, and it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. Today, the palace grounds host private events year-round against the backdrop of Kailua Bay. The lush oceanfront lawn, shaded by hala and palm trees, accommodates weddings, anniversaries, graduations, business functions, and cultural celebrations for up to 350 guests. Six graciously appointed rooms across two floors retain koa wood furniture, feather standards, royal portraits, and period artifacts from the Hawaiian monarchy era. Private rental windows span nine hours between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m., with rates starting at $1,000. The Daughters of Hawaiʻi events team works directly with clients to coordinate each event.