Definitely find this place during the day, it's up a steep hill and the signage isn't big or highly…read morelit. It's up a steep hill that's one car lane wide but for both ways. There was coffee cake for afternoon tea when I got there. The porch is the best part of this place. It overlooks the mountain with a great view of the water and forests below. Breakfast was nice since it came with avocado, cut papaya, a piece of breakfast cake and smoothie as well as tea/coffee. I did like meeting the geckos that look like the GEICO gecko during breakfast who were wanting fruit. Cons: there's no AC. Also I was woken up by I think a rooster at 5 am. They do try to space out people getting breakfast so you can't rush in at 730 am for food.

From personal experience, I highly advise coming when it's still day outside. Trust me on this one…read more I drove up and down Napoopoo Rd due to a delayed flight and was close to having a full on panic attack. Roads are severely dark that you cannot differentiate between driving/reversing onto road or out to sea *yikes*. Once you finally arrive at your destination, keep on driving up the hill until you reach the end. Don't forget, it is crazy dark outside, don't be alarmed by the sounds of nature. You'll park to the side next to the other 4 cars by the garage (not into it) and quietly find directions on a pin with your name on it. Come quietly inside as you make your way to the room. If you survive the night (which, you will), you'll find yourself on what looks like heaven; beautiful oceanview windows overlooking the bay. When you come down, you'll be greeted by the sweetest angel, Hannah. You'll find her in the kitchen in the morning making an all you can eat breakfast. Don't be rude! Say hello, grab a coffee, make your way to the patio and find a table. Hannah will let you know when all is ready based on first-out on the patio. When asked what was my favorite meal in Hawaii, hands down, I say Hannah's breakfast. She made delicious Banana Nut Waffles topped with macadamia nuts tossed in coconut oil and syrup. In addition, she's boiled eggs, cooked turkey bacon, and has sliced up fresh tropical fruits. Don't forget to try her freshly made smoothies made with guava YUMMMM!!!

It's almost one-year to the day that my husband and I arrived at Holualoa Inn for our honeymoon and…read moreI'm realizing that I never left a review. This place was absolutely dreamy and the staff was so kind. We stayed in the cottage and really loved the privacy it offered. We had our own spacious lanai to watch the sunrise each morning. Breakfast was delicious and fresh. They made special accommodations for us vegetarians which I greatly appreciated. Coffee was so good and the view from the dining table was breathtaking. As far as location, you're definitely a little off the beaten path which is what we wanted. There are some small shops and restaurants to walk to, but for the most part you'll probably be hopping in your car to head to the beach and busier parts of the island. Hawaii is meant to be explored, no matter what inn or hotel you decide to make your home base. But Holualoa Inn is truly magical and I'll never forget my time there.

Great new place in the charming town of Holualoa! This has everything atmosphere, excellent food…read moreand wonderful service! The menu is small but said they gain items to their menu. The staff was all so friendly. The garden area was so elegant and charming. Cannot wait to go back!

What a treat! We left about 3/4 weeks ago and miss Honu Kai so much already!!!!…read more If you are looking to really experience the island like a local instead of just staying at a hotel, I highly recommend honu Kai, especially if you love nature. Honu Kai provides a unique yet comfortable stay. This was my first time at a b&b so I had a lot of questions. Months prior to booking, I called and texted Amy with my questions, and she always got back to me quickly. Location was great because target is only 10 min away if you need to stock up on the essentials. Lots of amazing restaurants are within 15 minutes as well. The property is so beautiful and well maintained. It truly felt like a second home. It has a peaceful and zen feeling that is extra magical at night due to the coquis. Our bed was so comfortable and our room was cleaned everyday. The fresh breakfast everyday with coffee and juice was excellent as well. The fruit was always fresh and sweet! I'm someone who appreciates quiet mornings alone so I was unsure about having breakfast with other people, but I'm so glad we did it. It's a really amazing and unique experience to sit and eat with people from all over the world! I truly miss sitting on the porch watching the birds and chickens on the lawn. What really made our experience special was Amy. She is so friendly, personable, and just a genuinely kind soul! Absolutely loved her! Our time here wouldn't have been the same without her. She truly goes above and beyond and really cares. 100000% recommend Honu Kai. We will definitely be back!

I originally had a night reserved here before flying out from Kona to Maui but after the Lahaina…read morefire, had to pivot, cancel the Maui portion and tried to extend our Kona stay. Unfortunately, with less than a month to go and only 4 rooms total was not able to get extra nights here. The one night we did have here was exactly like how I imagine old Hawai`i would look like. Just a short drive to downtown Kona for food and even Costco but far enough that you feel like you can disconnect. With so much shared public area and again only 4 rooms, nothing ever felt crowded. You had access to an outdoor dining area, gardens, sundeck, grill, plates, utensils, your own shelf in the fridge and even snorkel and beach gear. The only issue I had was when I used the hot tub, my eyes started stinging so not sure if it was overly chlorinated so only lasted less than 5 minutes as I kept tearing up. The rooms were comfortable, very thought out and has such nice little touches that make you feel at home. Only thing to note is since they are in such a tropical setting, they do not want you eating in your room to avoid ant infestations, etc.. Again, no big deal as they have a spacious dining area right downstairs that we had all to ourselves when we wanted to eat or snack. Innkeeper Amy was friendly, welcoming, and made sure we were taken care of. The breakfast in the morning was better than what you can get at a restaurant and the ambiance just cannot be beat. The sound of the rain while we ate our takeout dinner was so soothing and relaxing and the sound of the birds on a sunny morning paired well with that breakfast. We honestly didn't want to leave that we lingered after check out enjoying our lunch at their public area. I honestly could not ask for anything more.

Horizon guest house is a treat! This beautiful property is special on may fronts, including…read moreprivacy, quietness, peace, and relaxation. We visited here recently and were blown away by the welcoming nature of the hosts, Clem and Angus, and the fact that every request was addressed. Horizon provides complete beach gear (snorkels, fins, reef shoes, beach towels, ever sunscreen), a gorgeous infinity edge pool, immaculate suites, and a lanai for every guest. I have only good things to say about Horizon Guest House. Five Stars on Yelp all around!

Needed some R&R and Horizon Guest House was the perfect getaway. Very private; no neighbors…read more(property is surrounded by forest). Well appointed room with comfy bed and private patio. Not many restaurants nearby, but you can use the grill by the pool, or order food to go and eat it on your patio. Wonderful breakfasts cooked to order by Clem, including fresh fruit grown on the property, eaten in the open air dining area with a spectacular view. Clem and Angus were great hosts who provide pretty much anything a guest might want/need. There's even a reading/game/video room for rainy days. Stay here. You won't regret it.

We spent three nights here while in Hawaii. The entire place was immaculate! Ultra clean!! The…read morehosts were very accommodating. It was extremely quiet at night which made for very good sleep. Those breakfasts were completely OVER THE TOP with locally sourced food. We couldn't ask for better. HIGHLY recommended!!

My husband and I wanted a special place to celebrate our 25th anniversary. I heard only great…read morethings about Kalaekilohana, and thought that would be great for us to put in our album of memories. The breakfasts were sooo good and nourishing, and the dinners! First class allll the way. Kenny and Kilohana are great hosts, so much aloha not only for us, but for everyone around them as well. They keep the "Hawaiian" mana`o (thought) , always apparent in what they do. I love this place!

My girlfriend and I stayed in the Saddle Room at the Waimea Guesthouse for almost a week. The room…read morewas clean and well organized, the hosts had left us a few treats to make us feel at home, and there was plenty of room to spread out our stuff. The hosts are fantastic, and the house is perfectly located for day trips. If you're looking for something to do, then they have plenty of great ideas from local farmers markets to the best beaches, all the way to rugged mountain hikes. We'll definitely stay here again!

I stayed in the Saddle Room this summer and it was great - the room was very clean, fresh, and…read moreprivate. So, when I decided to come back for a second trip, I booked at Waimea Guest House again. Leandra and Pat were very helpful in finding me the perfect room for my needs and budget (the Saddle Room was sadly booked this time) and I ended up in the Lindsey Homestead. It's so cool to learn about the interesting history of this home and each room has a different story! Both rooms were a classy mix of old-school and modern - clean and simple decor keeps the whole place feeling fresh and new, despite the charming old home quirks. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone - the hosts are great and very responsive, the place is beautiful, and the location is perfect... Waimea is up in the hills so driving home after the heat of the beach was always really refreshing.

Lilikoi Inn is a GEM, hidden in the mts. above the coast!!! If there is a paradise, it is at the…read moreinn!!! Shai and Trina are incredible and gracious hosts and made our stay extremely comfortable, relaxing and fun!! Whatever you need, they are there to help, always with a smile! Our room was large, immaculate, great bed and the only sounds we heard was the sweet music of the birds! We loved sitting at the huge breakfast table eating one of Shai's savory dishes every morning and looking out and beyond to the ocean. You can't believe this place, until you go there for yourselves!!!!! My husband and I would return in a flash!!!! Not miss out on this "beyond words" place to stay. Don't worry about the ocean....It's a 15 minute ride!

Exceptional bed and breakfast on the Big Island. First, this can be a tricky place to find if…read moreyou've never been here before. Of course, we didn't arrive until 10pm, so my gps got us reasonably close. I knew we were in for something different when Shai said, you ought to pull up into the driveway a bit more so an avocado doesn't fall through your car window. Okey dokey, I appreciate the warning. For arriving so late, we had a warm welcoming, a beautifully appointed large room on the bottom floor, and a great night's sleep. Breakfast was around 8ish and deliclious. Kona coffee is unlike any other I've tasted and an interesting departure. The quiche Shai made was filling and sustained me for a trip of snorkeling to Keakalulea Bay! I'd only wished we'd tried out the hot tub just steps away from our room! The hospitality was truly amazing here.

I arrived today to check out the avacado plantation and the guest house services, and was greeted…read moreby a horrendously rude, hunched over and cantankerous man who scolded me about my liability of being on the property unannounced, despite his business being advertised on the web as "open." "Then take your advertising off the web, little man," I wanted to reply. I don't know how long this company has been in business, but only 7 reviewed says something. Let my review guide you to go elsewhere. Meanwhile, it was kind of funny, actually, as I filmed a little FB video heading up the road to the plantation while here in Kona and a few other islands to ring in my 60th, looking for places I might enjoy experiencing or staying longer within. The first warning was turning up a road that lacked Hawaiian heritage in name. Albeit, a charming experience until the road began to get delapidated, and I started joking on the video that the surroundings were becoming a bit more out of "Deliverance" than charming, and warned that if I was murdered, that at least my peeps knew where it happened. As a gay man seeking to support other businesses run by the LGBTQ community, I know this isn't one of them.

My now husband and I stayed at the Kane plantation for two nights and it was one of the most…read moreamazing experiences we have ever had. The food is amazing and everything is super clean. We had our wedding in Hawaii and stayed at the Kane plantation for our honeymoon , the day of our wedding they had a beautiful bouquet of flowers for me and a bottle of champagne when we got back , and our room had been cleaned up as well. They were so thoughtful and sweet we definitely will go back and stay minimum 5 days.

I'm having MAJOR regrets after staying at Aloha Guest House…read more 1. Every window I look out will never look like the view from the Kohola Room. 2. Svetlana's incredible breakfast with fresh organic farm fruit and eggs will not arrive to my home table at 7:55 am. 3. I forgot to buy her lilikoi butter before I left. Now what do I do? 4. I'm constantly planning my next trip back. These are serious regrets that I will have to discuss with Lee and Svetlana during my next visit. They work incredibly hard to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Think of this stay as staying with your aunt and uncle. They will feed you, help you, and make you feel so loved. Breakfast is too good to be true. Everything Svetlana makes is a long journey that arrives to your plate casually like it's no big deal. Her macadamia nut butter will haunt my dreams. The Kohola Room has the breath-taking room. Sunsets while tucked into the comfortable framed bed is a luxury I cannot describe. The drive up to the house is rough but that's the only tough part of this stay. You'll be on a farm in Hawaii--that's the cool part. You will hear birds, frogs, and the cow songs. Skip the boring resort stay and enjoy the real beauty of Big Island.

Lee and Svetlana are wonderful hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We didn't intend to spend so…read moremuch time on this part of the island but the guesthouse is such a special place and not to be missed. From Svetlana's delicious breakfasts - made with eggs and fruit from their farm - to Lee's great recommendations for what to do around town. We loved every minute of our time there! Also, the room was amazing and the view is nothing like we've ever seen. I can't recommend them enough!