Kailua Kona, Hawaii
Kona Kat Cafe is the cat cafe of the Big Island, on Ali'i Drive in downtown Kailua-Kona, at street level beneath Pancho & Lefty's restaurant, across from the historic Kona Inn. Opened in November 2023 by Jenny and Carl Hulen, it combines a cat-themed gift shop, packaged snacks and drinks with the Catio, a separate lounge where around 12 to 20 rescue kittens and cats live while they wait for homes. Most come from CatSnip, a spay and neuter nonprofit in Kapa'au. Catio visits last an hour and are charged per person, with lower rates for seniors, children and kama'aina. Reservations are recommended and walk-ins depend on space. Visitors must be at least 7, children under 11 need an adult, and socks are required. More than 300 cats have been adopted, including by visitors who fly them home. Monthly events include cat yoga, painting and cat tai chi.
- Adoptable cats
- Booking recommended