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A person in red walks from an open bay of a white building with green trim, under trees, with yellow petals on the ground.
Five labeled paper cups of foamy coffee sit on a wooden tray with sugar packets, creamer cups, and small samples on sticks.
Workroom with green coffee bags on tables, grinders, label rolls, and Kona Coffee festival posters.
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Hōlualoa Kona Coffee Co

A small, unassuming roaster tucked away at the end of a rocky dirt road in Holualoa.

Holualoa, Big Island Google 4.7 (111 ratings)

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The verdict

Field notes

Hidden gem Chill Locals + tourists

A small, unassuming roaster tucked away at the end of a rocky dirt road in Holualoa. It's genuinely good for those who want a personalized, low-pressure tour of the roasting process—specifically the contrast between traditional drum roasting and air roasting—and a tasting of their organic, boutique beans. If you're looking for a polished, commercial tasting room or a full orchard walk through the coffee trees, this isn't the fit for the fit for the same reason it's a great choice for those who avoid the same.
KopeMaps, field notes
Where it is
end of a rocky dirt road
What's unique
side-by-side comparison of traditional drum and air roasting
When to go
8am for a quiet, private experience

Plan the stop

What you can do here

Drink
Plan a cup or tasting
Buy
Online shop
Tour
Not a farm stop

Who it suits

Best for

  1. Purposeful outing

    Tucked away at the end of a rocky dirt road, making it a destination visit.

  2. Specialty coffee

    Focus on roasting methods (drum vs. air) and boutique organic beans for 'roaster nerds'.

  3. Bean shopping

    Reviews mention buying multiple bags of coffee and green beans to take home.

  4. Farm tour

    Offers a personalized, low-pressure tour of the roasting process and tasting.

Receipt

The facts

12oz bean equivalent
$45.50verified April 2026
Tour per person
Freeverified April 2026
Size
Smallsmall unassuming visitor hut
Wait
Walk right up
Setting
Standalone
Parking
Free parking
Kid-friendly
No

In their words

The story

We’re Holualoa Kona Coffee Company, and we’re proud to be innovators of the highest standard. Our coffee and facility is certified Organic by Where Food Comes From. Through meticulous and reliable work, our company has become known as one of the top Organic Coffee Processors in Kona, Hawaii. Discover Kona Le'a Plantation, home of Holualoa Kona Coffee Company on the gentle upland slopes overlooking the Kona coast, just 10 minutes from Kailua-Kona. We are committed to using only organic farming methods for the health of our trees, ourselves and our planet. All coffee cherry skins and parchment husk produced by our mill as by products are composted and returned to the orchards to build new soil. Only organic fertilizers and naturally occurring soil amendments are used. Green waste is trucked in for mul uma la own

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Photos

A person in red walks from an open bay of a white building with green trim, under trees, with yellow petals on the ground.
Five labeled paper cups of foamy coffee sit on a wooden tray with sugar packets, creamer cups, and small samples on sticks.
Workroom with green coffee bags on tables, grinders, label rolls, and Kona Coffee festival posters.
Five labeled paper cups of dark coffee on a wooden tray beside creamers, picks, and a Holualoa Kona Coffee sheet.
Covered entrance of Holualoa Kona Coffee Company with an open door, a wall sign, and two people.
A person in a pink shirt and hearing protection works beans on a gravity table under a Gravity Table sign.
A person points at one of five labeled coffee cups on a wooden tray with spoons and small packets.
Wooden shop shelves display gold coffee bags, jars, a tea box, ceramic cats, and wall awards.
A red cone-shaped flower with a yellow tip stands among green leaves before weathered utility boxes.
Wooden shelves in a shop hold gold coffee bags, mugs, a cookbook, cards, and a festival poster.
Hands point at paper cups of dark coffee on wooden trays beside creamers under a covered outdoor table.
A gravel path and concrete curb run beside a dense green hedge under large spreading shade trees.

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Common questions

Visiting Hōlualoa Kona Coffee Co

What are the hours at Hōlualoa Kona Coffee Co?

They are open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and closed Friday through Sunday. Plan your visit on a weekday to catch the tour and tasting.

How do I get there, and is parking available?

The roastery is at 77-6261 Mamalahoa Hwy in Holualoa, along the Kona coffee belt. Free parking is available on site, though the final stretch is a rocky dirt road, so a higher-clearance vehicle can help.

Do they offer coffee farm or roastery tours?

Yes — they offer a free coffee roasting tour in a small, personalized setting. It walks visitors through the roasting process, including a contrast between drum and air roasting, and finishes in the packing room and gift shop with a coffee tasting.

What makes their Kona coffee stand out?

Hōlualoa Kona Coffee Co grows certified organic estate beans and also processes coffee for over 200 neighboring Kona farms. Their operation is USDA-approved organic, and all byproducts are composted and returned to the orchards.

Can I buy beans on site and ship them to the mainland?

Yes, they sell whole beans and ship directly to the mainland. A 12-oz bag is priced at $45.50; visit konalea.com for the current selection, which includes estate varietals, Peaberry, and flavored options.

Is this a good spot to work on a laptop or linger over coffee?

No — this is a working roastery, not a café, and it is not set up for remote work. It's best experienced as a focused tour-and-tasting stop rather than a place to settle in for a few hours.

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