This attractive guest house is set back off the highway so even with the windows open,is relatively…read morequiet. Beautiful large tree out from covered with orchids,several of the rooms are in the main house...ours was in a detached cottage with a shared bath. Simple older plantation style,clean,comfortable bed,oscillating fan (no air conditioning),small tv.,sink in the room. The owner was unsure of our reservation when we arrived but greeted us nicely,if somewhat frantically and a bit jittery. Price was good for the accommodation in expensive Hawaii and area has several interesting historical sights,vistas and heiaus nearby.Hawi and Kapaau are wonderful laid back little authentic Hawaiian towns that time seems to have forgotten. I'd stay there again if I ever need a place to stay in the area.

If you're looking for sand and beaches, spend your afternoons in Kona, if you're looking to connect…read moreto land that is in harmony with the island, travel half an hour around the side of Mauna Kea volcano, to Honoka'a and stay at Hamakua Sanctuary. Ryan and Jasmine are the perfect hosts and they both radiate the love they have for the land, and everyone who joins them at the Sanctuary can feel it. When you put your foot on the land you can feel the love they have for the land and can see everything it is giving back. The land vibrates at a frequency that flows over you and clams your nervous system. Within minutes of being there you feel the calmness and serenity of the land and find yourself taking a deep breath exhaling and feel your body relaxing. Walking the land and seeing what Ryan is doing with his planting practices makes you understand what is happening there. It rained most nights when we were there and the gentle pattering of the rain on the roof is a wonderful way to fall asleep. If you're lucky enough to be there during rainy season you will understand why they call it a rain forest. There are so many fruit trees on the property there is always something fresh to pick or new fruit to try. There is a banana plant before the gate to the parking area where you can grab a few bananas before you take off for a day of adventures around the island. If you stay on the big island, staying a few nights at Hamakua Sanctuary will be the highlight of your trip, but I suggest a few weeks to really get to know the land and people who visit the sanctuary. We met so many wonderful people in the outdoor kitchen every morning at breakfast with baskets of fresh fruit and veggies picked and ready for you to cut up and sample. Some mornings we would all eat together and talk about our adventures the prior day. Connecting with people from all over the country and world. I know someone will roll their eyes and think this is too woo woo for me, but I guarantee within 10 minutes of stepping onto the land you'll be thinking, damn she was right!

Ryan and Yasmin's Mana Loli is in just a few words: heaven on earth. The Sanctuary will provide…read moreexactly what you want and/or need. It can provide deep rest, relaxation, restoration, and connection to the nature and life that surrounds you. It can be connection with the community, if you choose. The people that I met during my stay offered such special communion and welcomed me like family. We laughed, we danced, we spoke of the deep and the lighthearted. My absolute favorite part of my stay was connecting with Ryan, his friends, the other guests, and the folks who have come to work on the 'aina and be part of Ryan's program. The space itself goes above and beyond. The house is beautiful, well-kept, well-appointed, extremely clean, peaceful and serene, with character for days. The sheets and bedding are luxurious. Stunning, sun-soaked kitchen. Cute bathroom with a full tub! Gorgeous, big screened-in lanai (porch) for yoga, meditation, reading, or what have you. Separate structure just below the main house offers a peaceful little meditation studio. I have never seen anything like it. It was a joy to putter around the property and sit with all the wonderful beings that live there - from humans to dog and cat friends, duckies, and birds. The road on which this property is situated is quiet and pastoral with beautiful vistas, flowers, trees and more along the way. I highly recommend taking a leisurely stroll during your stay. Mana Loli was exactly what I needed, and if you feel drawn to it, it will be exactly what you need, too.

We had the absolute best time in this beautiful sanctuary in the cutest little town of Hawi. Highly…read morerecommend this recently-renovated to perfection plantation style home. We will definitely be returning! It's on a beautiful, peaceful property. It felt like heaven. Thank you so much to the hosts for making our stay so enjoyable and special.

Unforgettable stay! My family and I rented this property for a family reunion and I can't say…read moreenough great things about Big Island Last Resort. From pre-check in conversations on local recommendations to the property itself, it by far exceeded all expectations. From the Banyan house, you can watch the sun rise from the front porch and the sun set over the water from the back porch, there's more than enough space for 15 people to relax, eat and socialize. You can tell that the hosts put in a lot of thought to the renovation they've recently completed- it's beautiful inside and out, very clean and extremely comfortable beds! As far as hosts go, you won't find a better one than Anna Ruth- she was SO responsive and helpful with recommendations on things to do in nearby towns and beaches. We also utilized the concierge service for grocery purposes, making our check in/settling in even easier. I couldn't recommend this property more and we can't wait to return for our next vacation!

This will be our spot for a couple nights. Courtyard parking in front of each room…read more We got the last room, the HDQ clean as can be and hardwood floors Some issues getting the TV to stay on, staff quits at four so i recommend to check in early as possible. JIC. So far. quiet as a church on a monday.

Check in was quick and easy. Agent was friendly and efficient…read more Room was clean. Loved how modern the hotel seemed to be with the new updates. It was everything we needed. My only wish--AC please. My sons wish--pool please. Sorry. I thought I took pictures. But I guess I didn't. Will update review later if I end up finding any videos or photos of the room.

Lovely Plumeria suite Bed and pillows very comfy…read moreWhole hotel well appointed Loved the chaise lounge area for reading and morning coffee Use of kitchen a plus Pool area nice Easy walk into town

This place is absolutely amazing! It's a large home with every detail taken care of. You can rent…read moreone room or the entire house. Inside includes a huge kitchen, TV, piano, multiple cozy seating areas, and lots of games. The grounds are full of fun wildlife, including a variety of birds, beautiful and chatty chickens and roosters, cats, and geckos. Be sure to visit the pool, orchid house, and yoga studio too. Hawi town is a short walk from the Inn, where you'll find lovely shops and galleries, plus truly excellent coffee. The hosts of Hawi Sugar Plantation Inn are super accommodating, kind, and readily available for questions and suggestions of things to do on the island. Do it. Go there. And prepare to fall in love with Hawi Sugar Plantation Inn.

Beautiful views of the ocean in a casual laid back neighborhood bar atmosphere. If you are staying…read moreat the nearby Hilton or Marriott resorts on Kona this is THE TURNUP. PROS: Drinks are strong and most come in souvenir cups. Servers are friendly and you can sit at tables right on the shoreline. Very casual dress and the bar is huge and FULLY STOCKED. CONS: Service is a bit slow and overall the food was lackluster. My chicken sandwich was flavorful but dry. In contrast the drunken tater tots were a nice surprise with a tasty sirachi mayo dipping sauce. In summation-Go for scenery & drinks at Sunset it's Hawaii afterall.

Beautiful location in Waikoloa Beach resort. The condo complex has access to a lovely Ocean Club -…read moreOceanfront , reasonably priced restaurant, exercise pavilion and freeform pool (with adult and kids area) and sand bottomed spa. All of these you can use if you stay in Hali'i Kai resort.

Stunning resort! We booked a stay in unit 14C in February. As other reviews mention, you get what…read moreyou pay for so go with a more premium company. This unit is managed by Polu Resorts and I'd have to give them 5 stars all the way (book direct cause I found them on Airbnb and direct rates are better). Unreal great service and hospitality that I wouldn't expect from a vacation rental company. The unit was among the most clean I've seen, decorated nicely, and full of supplies. My family loved the AppleTV boxes in all the rooms too. The resort is beautifully landscaped and the pool/restaurant has great sunset and ocean views. Cannot say enough positive things about this trip! Better than neighboring hotels we've visited in prior years.

This is a nice plantation style Inn in the heart of Hawi. It's very neat and clean and modernized…read morewith fast Internet, good beds, and an extremely helpful staff. Highly recommended for a modest inn with walking access to coffee, restaurants, many art, galleries, and other sites.

Simple clean and quiet place with old fashioned single rooms. Plush bath towels. The AC unit worked…read morereally well. We actually had to shut it off at one point. The tiny Hawi downtown is just around the corner. The parking lot is right next to the building. The front desk women were very nice and helpful. This town and hotel with lower your blood pressure and get rid of your stress.