Facility Overview
Situated directly along Henry Street just off the Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway, this spacious outdoor surface parking facility serves the primary retail complex anchored by Walmart in Kailua-Kona on the Island of Hawaiʻi. The facility features a sprawling, open-air single-level asphalt lot with hundreds of standard and wide-stall parking bays. Because it is completely open without parking decks or ceiling overhangs, there are no vertical clearance limits, making it exceptionally well-suited for all vehicle types, including large passenger pickup trucks, lifted 4x4 rental vehicles, full-size SUVs with surfboard roof racks, high-roof conversion vans, and commercial service vehicles.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Located in the active upper commercial district of Kailua-Kona, this parking destination offers direct, pedestrian-friendly access to Walmart for retail, groceries, beach gear, and pharmacy essentials. It is strategically positioned within a mile of historic Kailua Village and Aliʻi Drive, placing visitors within a short 5-minute drive of Kailua Pier, Kamakahonu Beach, Ahuʻena Heiau, and Huliheʻe Palace. Nearby retail centers such as Crossroads Meadow Shopping Center, Safeway, and Lanihau Center are also within immediate driving and walking distance, providing a convenient staging area for dining, souvenir shopping, and provisioning before heading out to Kohala resorts or Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are straightforward via multiple wide driveways along Henry Street, with nearby signalized intersections providing smooth transitions onto Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway (Route 19) and Palani Road. Traffic flows smoothly throughout the day, though drivers should anticipate moderate congestion during late afternoon commute periods and peak weekend shopping hours. The facility is served by nearby stops for the County of Hawaiʻi Hele-On Bus transit network along Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway and Palani Road, offering connections across the Big Island. Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole (KOA) is located approximately 8 miles to the north, reachable in about 12 to 15 minutes by car.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Expansive open-air surface parking with unrestricted vertical clearance
- Dedicated ADA-accessible parking spaces located directly adjacent to primary building entrances
- Well-lit parking field equipped with overhead pole lighting for nighttime safety
- Paved pedestrian walkways and marked crossings throughout the lot
- Close proximity to banking, dining, automotive supplies, and retail amenities
- Complimentary parking available for patrons and customers during operating hours
Ideal For
- Island visitors and tourists stocking up on beach gear, coolers, and groceries
- Drivers of oversized rental SUVs, camper vans, and lifted 4WD vehicles requiring open headroom
- Shoppers visiting Walmart, local retail stores, and nearby fast-casual dining destinations
- Commuters running quick everyday errands in the central Kona retail corridor
Visitor & Driver Tips
Kona\'s midday sun can rapidly heat vehicle interiors; using a reflective windshield sunshade and parking near perimeter landscape trees for partial shade is strongly recommended. The parking area experiences its highest turnover between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM; visiting early in the morning ensures effortless parking close to entrances. While parking is complimentary for patrons, overnight vehicle camping and long-term unattended parking are strictly regulated by property management and local ordinances, so ensure your vehicle is not left unattended outside normal shopping hours.
