Jewel by the Sea - Mika Lani - Snorkel Paradise in Hilo

What a paradise location!

Roger & Nancy (Lake Wylie, SC)
Review submitted: June 21, 2008   Date of arrival: June 3, 2008

My husband and I were looking for a property that was close to both the Hilo area and the volcanoes so this seemed in the middle of both. I liked the fact that it wasn't commercial with lots of people and seemed private.

What a beautiful property and the owners were very nice to deal with in setting up the reservation. They sent plenty of information that we needed in advance of our arrival.

Once we got to the island and located Mika Lani (excellent directions, by the way !!!) , we were amazed to find a wonderful home full of amenities and right on the water. No loud surf, but just the gentle tidal pools that were loaded with fish. Snorkeling was AMAZING and my husband used 3 rolls of films shooting the coral and fish in his underwater camera.

We had breakfast on the front lanai every morning to the amazing views and the birds chirping and fish jumping. What a relaxing place. You will love the serenity here.

The facility is REALLY clean, down to the BBQ Grill, hottub, and washer and dryer. There is nothing that you will need that this home doesn't supply. There are snorkel masks, fins, kayaks, towels, a nice welcoming basket of goodies and even champagne. The kitchen is VERY well equipped! Everything was thought of by the gracious hosts.

We will come back to the islands at some point and we will stay at Mika Lani again. We highly recommend this vacation rental!

Don't hesitate to rent this spot. For the price, you'll have a wonderful spot that would be hard to beat.

We highly recommend Mika Lani!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

Do you find this review helpful?   Yes   No

Helpful votes: 13 / 13

Three Days is NOT Long Enough!

Review submitted: May 7, 2013   Date of arrival: May 2, 2013

Three days is not long enough here - we're already planning our return. We were fortunate to have beautrifull weather. I have never seen so many stars in the sky as here - unbelievably clear nights. I recommend star gazing from the chaise lounge - better than the hot tub. The snorkeling was wonderful - the huge iridescent blue parrot fish were amazing. We hated leaving Mika Lani for even short trips. It's an extraordinary setting and everything has been thoughtfully provided for a perfect stay. Thanks Jamie & Noi for making this rental available and for doing such a good job in making this such a great place to come to. We'll be back.

Do you find this review helpful?   Yes   No

Helpful votes: 0 / 0

Adventure and New Experiences

Review submitted: May 7, 2013   Date of arrival: April 26, 2013

A little over a year ago, I Googled "Hawaii" and "Kayaks" - Mika Lani was the first hit that came up. We decided to come for our 8th anniversary. During the past winter we both bookmarked your webpage & when we were fed up with winter we would look at pictures and tell ourselves that we would soon be sitting on the lanai. Mahalo for offering this peaceful retreat. We've enjopyed every adventure and new experience we've had. It's been a restful week spent exploring the island, but mosthly enjoying the view, the fish, and each other's company.

Do you find this review helpful?   Yes   No

Helpful votes: 0 / 0