Facility Overview

The Home Depot Parking Lot in Kailua-Kona serves as one of the primary commercial parking facilities in the Kaloko Light Industrial Park district on the West Coast of Hawaii Island (Big Island). Situated at 73-5598 Olowalu Street, just off Queen Kaahumanu Highway (Route 19), this expansive, single-level open-air surface parking lot offers hundreds of marked vehicle spaces directly adjacent to the retail warehouse and garden center. Designed to accommodate everyday island shoppers as well as trade contractors, the facility features extra-wide driving aisles and generous stall dimensions.

Because the facility is an outdoor grade-level lot without low ceiling structures or overhead parking garage barriers, vehicle clearance is virtually unlimited across the main parking bays. This makes the lot exceptionally accommodating for large commercial pickup trucks, high-roof cargo vans, flatbed trailers, lifted utility vehicles, and passenger SUVs commonly driven across West Hawaii. Dedicated pro loading areas and contractor zones feature high-clearance canopies built to easily clear work trucks and heavy freight vehicles.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located in the heart of the Kaloko industrial and retail hub, this location is a vital nexus for both residents and visitors stocking up for trips along the Kona and Kohala coasts. Key regional destinations and points of interest include:

• Costco Wholesale Kona: Located less than a 2-minute drive (0.5 miles) down Maiau Street, making multi-stop provisioning trips simple and efficient.
• Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park: Situated approximately 1.5 miles southwest, featuring coastal trails, sacred heiau sites, traditional Hawaiian fishponds, and green sea turtle viewing.
• Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA): Located roughly 5 miles (an 8- to 10-minute drive) north along Route 19, serving as a convenient stopping point immediately after picking up rental vehicles.
• Honokohau Small Boat Harbor: Just 2.5 miles south, the premier departure point for Kona manta ray night dives, whale watching, and deep-sea sportfishing charters.
• Historic Kailua Village (Downtown Kona): Located about 4.5 miles south (a 10-minute drive), packed with dining, oceanside bars, and historical landmarks along Alii Drive.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers can easily access the parking area via Olowalu Street and Hinalani Street, with swift signalized intersections linking directly to Queen Kaahumanu Highway (Hawaii Route 19), the central arterial highway connecting Kona to Kohala and the airport. The lot features multiple wide curb cuts that enable fluid two-way traffic ingress and egress even during busy morning and midday shopping cycles.

For public transit users, the County of Hawaii Hele-On Bus operates scheduled island-wide routes connecting Kona, Hilo, and Kohala resorts, with stops serving Queen Kaahumanu Highway and the Kaloko corridor. Rideshare pickups via Uber and Lyft operate smoothly with designated curb pick-up points outside the main entrance.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Expansive Open-Air Surface Lot: Broad, asphalt-paved lot with wide parking stalls designed for easy door clearance.
• No Height Restrictions: Open sky layout perfect for lifted 4x4 trucks, camper conversions, and vehicles carrying rooftop cargo or surfboards.
• ADA Accessible Stalls: Clearly marked accessible parking spaces situated nearest to the store’s main entrance and contractor Pro Desk.
• Contractor & Pro Loading Zones: Designated bays specifically allocated for rapid lumber, building materials, and bulk loadouts.
• Night Lighting & Security: Elevated high-pressure light masts across all aisles, complemented by regular on-site security patrols and exterior store surveillance.
• Complimentary Customer Parking: Free customer parking during store business hours with no ticketing or payment machines needed.

Ideal For

• Contractors and Tradespeople: Quick access to wide aisles and dedicated loading bays for lumber, tools, and hardware pickups.
• Island Road Trippers & Campers: Convenient spot to purchase outdoor supplies, propane, coolers, and beach equipment on the way out of Kona.
• Costco & Kaloko Shoppers: An effortless stop to run multiple errands within the same light-industrial commercial corridor.
• Local Residents: Straightforward, complimentary surface parking for routine home maintenance, garden, and hardware needs.

Visitor & Driver Tips

• Store Customer Policy: Parking is intended for active patrons, contractors, and retail visitors during operating hours. Unauthorized overnight parking and vehicle camping are strictly enforced and prohibited.
• Avoid Peak Contractor Hours: Weekdays between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM experience heavier truck and commercial trailer traffic near the Pro Desk and loading docks.
• Mind Trade Traffic: Be mindful of forklifts, flatbed carts, and trailers navigating the exterior staging lanes and lumber aisles.
• Tropical Heat Management: Because the open-air blacktop receives direct Kona sunshine throughout the day, using a windshield sunshade will keep vehicle interiors cooler during your visit.