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.
Tucked away at the end of a rocky dirt road, making it a destination visit.
Focus on roasting methods (drum vs. air) and boutique organic beans for 'roaster nerds'.
Reviews mention buying multiple bags of coffee and green beans to take home.
Offers a personalized, low-pressure tour of the roasting process and tasting.
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
- Hours
- Monday: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
- Phone
- (808) 322-9937
- Website
- konalea.com
- orders@konalea.com
- Amenities
- Free parking
- Address
- 77-6261 Mamalahoa Hwy, Holualoa, HI 96725, USA
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A free coffee roasting tour in a small, personalized setting, finishing in the packing room/gift shop.
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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.