The home was beautiful and had a wonderful view of the golf course. House was clean and well…read moremaintained. Close to many things to do. Highly recommend!!

We had a great experience! Great deals, beautiful properties, and perfectly located to all the…read morebeaches and shops. Highly recommend!!

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 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.

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.

Stayed here for 7 nights last week. One of those beautiful Hawaiian townhouse/condos you want to…read moremove into & never leave. Complex was quiet. Even though we were close to the tennis court we were never disturbed. Thoroughly enjoyed the pool & hot tub closest to us. Think they could use a few more pool chairs. Did not use the fitness room but stuck my head in for a look. Small universal gym, one bike, one treadmill & one elliptical. Our unit had 2 twin beds in the downstairs bedroom. The upstairs bed seemed to be a large double. Not even Queen size. :( Dad ended up sleeping on the foldout couch because Mom couldn't stand his snoring. He said it was a very comfortable fold out couch. However, the walls are thin & we could hear him snoring form our upstairs bedroom. Loved the huge walk in closet upstairs. Kitchen was well furnished. Great option for a family of 4.

booked a reservations through outrigger kohala coast condo collections and it was great. it was…read morefor the waikoloa colony villas. this was my 2nd time there and i absolutely loved it. through outrigger i could book the same unit for $45-50 cheaper. it pays to shop around. Although the cancellation policy is kind a strict. Our unit was a 2bd/2ba and great location too right across the pool. If you're traveling with family this is the route to go. I think the next time i am going to try a different property.

A wonderful place to visit - a piece of real Hawaii! We stayed at A Whale Crossing and enjoyed…read moreevery moment. You can really see the whales from your window as they leap out of the ocean! A serene place with lovely trees and planting's. Comfortable and homey, with a real full size kitchen so you can cook your own meals. Plenty of space to stretch out - a completely screened in porch lets you take in the breezes without any critters to annoy you. A short walk to the ocean where locals go to whale watch, and a great hike to the historic Heiaus nearby. Close to Hawi Town and all its trendy and quirky shops and places to eat. A real winner if you'd like to get to know The Big Island and historic North Kohala.

The parts of this place which are good are very, very good. The parts which are bad are few, but…read morepotentially off--putting. A very charming little grass shack as cute as a button if you're a bit rough and tumble, and believe you me, as trans-Euro train backpackers, we are. However, the water in the kitchen doesn't get hot, so ya couldn't wash your dishes properly. The screen door to the outside had large tears in it, so it's mosquito central in the room. Seemed like the place hadn't had a good cleaning in a long, long time. I would guess the affable hostess simply has let the place go. Having said that, the whales are right outside your door, the decor is charming, the location excellent, and the "guard dogs" wouldn't harm a flea. This is the kind of place that would be just fine for a night or two as you meander by train through Hungary (What?!?! You didn't know there were grass shacks with Humpback whales right outside your door in Hungary?!?!). But the place is a little run down, buggy and Gecko-y if you're spending a week. Oh, and the shower? It's outside so ya get to shower in the nude outdoors. Wanna see my photos? Ask nicely. First 250 requests also get to see the Hungarian Humpbacks.

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.

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.