Honu Kai Hale in Kailua-Kona

Wonderful house by a great beach and unbelievable patio and views. Magnificent.

smilly (Philadelphia)
Review submitted: April 3, 2011   Date of arrival: March 1, 2011

We stayed at the house because the studio was full as there was only two of us. Man was it worth it. Brand new kitchen, interesting and great decor. There is a grill of the patio with lights, many beach toys, great parking and an outdoor shower. The pool is great in concept, but you can't see much of the world while your in it so we called it privacy pool.

The view of the sunset off the lanai are one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. You do get to share it with the surfers though, who are there all day every day and yup, they can probably see in. But they have bigger waves to worry about than you. Being this close to the ocean you don't realize how loud it can be. What a wonderful problem to have though.

From the house you are a 5 minute walk to one of the best snorkeling beaches around. It gets crowded though. There are also a lot of surfers too. Probably the most ideal beach to be near in Kona. Not one for sand or lazing, but getting in the water.

My only complaint was the grounds keeper just shows up and does his thing without warning. Makes for awkward moments.

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THE BEST GET A AWAY EVER!!

Sherry (Walnut Creek, CA)
Review submitted: March 14, 2011   Date of arrival: February 6, 2011

This is the second time we stayed here and it is FANTASTIC! It is perfect for our family of 4. I highly recommend staying at a house instead of a hotel. Its great for kids, they can run around and make all the noise they want and you don't have to worry about waking or bothering anyone else. It is so convientient to have a kitchen and a laundry area

The house is right on the ocean and the view are spectacular. We would sit on the patio and enjoy our breakfast and watch the surfers.

The "best" snorkeling spot on the whole island is right next door.

Its a wonderful package and have recommeded this place to a lot of my friends.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Too Good To Be True

Jban (Oakland, CA)
Review submitted: May 12, 2010   Date of arrival: May 6, 2010

We just came back after renting the studio, and I have to say, it was seriously undersold. It really couldn't have been closer to the ocean, more beautiful, better located, and better appointed. My wife said, "Don't tell anyone," because we want to come back and not have too much competition! Great place, can't say enough.

Recommended for: age 55+, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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