Intimate oceanfront meetings and group events in Kailua-Kona’s serene Kailua-Kona setting
Meetings & Events
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Dramatic Setting
Host gatherings above Keauhou Bay’s lava-rock coastline, with oceanfront lawns and Pacific views shaping every arrival.
Personalized Branding
Shape receptions, galas, or conferences with branded touches across ballroom, foyer, lawn, and ocean-view meeting spaces.
Flexible Venues
Choose more than 110,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor space, including divisible ballrooms and ocean-view meeting rooms.
Island Teamwork
Build agendas around hula, lei making, ukulele classes, yoga, outdoor games, and Historic Keauhou Land Tours.
Island Catering
Serve island-inspired dishes, vegetarian and vegan options, poolside fare, or club lounge pupus with local craft beer.
Planning Support
Rely on multilingual staff, tours and ticket assistance, banquet facilities, and accessible features throughout the event experience.
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Event Venues
Capacity: Varies
Kaleiopapa Convention Center Venue
Host conferences, incentives and corporate functions at Kaleiopapa Convention Center, a 10,000 sq ft venue at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa with pre-function space, foyer and full kitchen.
Capacity: Varies
Kaleiopapa Ballroom Venue
Host conferences, banquets and corporate events in the 2,970 sq ft Kaleiopapa Ballroom at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa, an elegant ballroom inside the Kaleiopapa Convention Center.
Capacity: Varies
Oceanfront Wedding Chapel Venue
This intimate bay-view venue overlooks Keauhou Bay, offering a distinct open-air setting for small gatherings, briefings, or recognition events. It suits organisers seeking a scenic, focused space distinct from larger meeting rooms. Seated capacity varies and should be confirmed directly with the resort.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MEETINGS & EVENTS FAQs
What event spaces does Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa offer for meetings and conferences?
Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa features the Kaleiopapa Convention Center, a 10,000-square-foot facility that includes a 2,970-square-foot ballroom, pre-function foyer space, and a fully equipped catering kitchen. The property also offers the Bayview meeting rooms and dedicated ocean-view meeting rooms and boardroom, giving planners a range of indoor options for conferences and corporate gatherings at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa.
How large is the Kaleiopapa Convention Center at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa?
The Kaleiopapa Convention Center at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa spans 10,000 square feet and is billed as the largest convention center on the Kona Coast. Its 2,970-square-foot ballroom is divisible into two separate spaces and can accommodate up to 1,000 guests for banquets, galas, and wedding receptions.
Can Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa accommodate weddings?
Yes, Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa offers several dedicated wedding venues, including an elegant ballroom, an oceanfront wedding chapel, a courtyard garden, and the Hawaii Lawn with views of Keauhou Bay. The resort also offers Paaki Point, a grass-covered terrace with dramatic ocean views, which is used for vow renewals.
What outdoor venues are available for events at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa?
Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa sits on a 22-acre oceanfront property and offers roughly 100,000 square feet of outdoor event space. Outdoor options include the Hawaii Lawn overlooking Keauhou Bay, a courtyard garden, and Paaki Point, a grassy oceanview terrace, making the resort well suited to open-air celebrations and ceremonies.
Does Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa require a wedding planner?
Yes, Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa requires that all weddings and receptions be coordinated by a licensed, full-service wedding or event planner. This ensures every detail of an event at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa is professionally managed from start to finish.
What is the maximum capacity for events at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa?
Across its indoor and outdoor spaces, Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa offers more than 110,000 square feet of combined event space. The Kaleiopapa Convention Center ballroom alone can hold up to 1,000 guests, while third-party venue listings show the resort’s overall event capacity reaching as many as 1,500 people depending on the setup.
Does Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa host luau or cultural dinner shows?
Yes, Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa hosts Feast & Fire, described as Kona’s premier lūʻau experience, held under hala trees on the resort’s 22-acre oceanfront at Keauhou Bay. The evening features Polynesian dancing, drumming, and fire performances along with a menu of slow-cooked Kalua pork, fresh local fish, and malasadas for dessert, running every Monday and Thursday with reservations required.
Are meeting rooms with ocean views available at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa?
Yes, Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa offers ocean-view meeting rooms and a boardroom totaling 3,000 square feet, along with the Bayview meeting rooms, which can be configured into two versatile spaces. These rooms offer views of the Pacific Ocean and are suited to secluded conferences, intimate celebrations, and family gatherings.
Is Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa suitable for family events and celebrations?
Yes, Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa is family-friendly and welcomes guests of all ages to its event spaces, including ocean-view meeting rooms suited for intimate celebrations and family gatherings. The resort also maintains a separate adults-only pool area for guests seeking a quieter setting, so both family celebrations and more relaxed adult gatherings can be accommodated on-site.
What dining and catering options are available for events at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa?
The Kaleiopapa Convention Center at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa includes a fully equipped, full catering kitchen to support banquets and receptions. Beyond catered events, guests can also dine at PIKO, the resort’s island-inspired restaurant, and the Holua Poolside Bar and Lounge, both of which offer food and drink options that can complement event programming at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa.