Great beach. Also known as Anaeho 'omalu Bay. Lots of shade to watch a beautiful sunset. The sand…read moreis a bit coarse but not a problem. Plentiful bathrooms and showers. No lifeguard on duty. The water is beautiful. Good for snorkeling

The first time my waited and I stayed here I pulled up to valet to check in...I walked into a…read moremassive lobby area and was stunned by the panoramic view of a glorious December sunset ! I have seen many ocean sunrises and in my lifetime but this view was breathtaking! I had to run back to get my wife to come in just to see the sunset. It was the first impression of this resort which would captivate our senses for the rest of the stay and the next stay, and beyond. As a guest we were treated to 5 star service! The Aloha spirit seems to be in the hearts of all the staff! The Live entertainment on weekends is special, and all you can eat Buffet once a month is worth waiting for! There is so much to do right in the resort from snorkeling and swimming where sea turtles hang out, to enjoying the many pools and spas.....and it is perfectly located to enjoy sunsets, and day trips across the island! Kona is very close and if you love coffee it is a short trip to the many Kona coffee farms! The rooms are spacious, spotless and comfortable ! Room service is immediate and all staff friendly and helpful. I hate to recommend this most perfect of getaways because my wife and I want this place all to ourselves, but this resort, staff, and our gratitude for the experience deserve a 5 star experience rating!

It is a historically interesting site. The Inn is layered with luscious foliage beneath towering…read morepine trees dancing within the trade winds. Stepping into the foyer, I was enveloped by a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere. Their Ohana staff welcomed my Ohana family. As a yogī~, I was reinvigorated by the fertility of the land and found myself drawn to explore my breath, my body, my spirit, and my heart. At the heart of the kitchen, you will find a tempting all-organic cafe (currently vegan) nestled next to a locally made boutique.

Visiting family in the Kohala area and I wanted to be nearby and away from the hustle and bustle of…read moreWaikoloa and Kona. At the last minute, stumbled upon her the Kohala Village Inn and am so grateful! It is the cutest little spot! We got an 'ohana unit which was perfect for my little family of 4, while traveling with my mom. She got a private room, while we shared a double, but our rooms were connected by a shared bath which made it great to check in with mom. Pros: Contactless check in/out. We got an email from KVI with instructions and key codes. Used the same link to hit check out and we were on our way. Super quiet! Besides the coqui frogs at night, it was so peaceful. CLEAN!!! This is a big deal to me as I am so OCD and a germaphobe, even before Covid! But it was so clean. The linen were fresh and crisp. Convenient. Especially since we were visiting family right in Hawi, but there's an amazing little gas station with the very best fried chicken! In the morning they had a great cup of coffee too, but there's also a cute coffee shop well within walking distance, if you're looking for something a little fancier. I definitely plan to come back soon!

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.

This home is amazing! I spent four days here with my elderly parents, my sister and her fiancé, my…read morehusband and my three year old. There was something for everyone! The view is spectacular! It's 180 degrees of unobstructed ocean views and rolling green hills. The adults spent a lot of time drinking coffee and wine on the porch. My 3 year old loved the gentle horses and goats, the hammock, and tree swing. The home is only 8 minutes away from a cute beach town with amazing food and shops. The owners are super responsive and kind. They built and designed this home themselves and they really recreated the Hawaii cowboy aesthetic with modern amenities. It's really was a very special stay that my family will remember forever!

My wife and I stayed here, and it's a beautiful as it looks. The owners have obviously spent a ton…read moreof time and loving care making this as healing and nurturing an environment as possible. The views are stunning...and the fresh-grown macadamia nuts the best in the world! See if you can persuade Marcel to make you his special exotic fruit salad...

There's a beautiful stillness to this place. I didn't have a chance to stay overnight, but I spent…read morea few hours visiting, in case we have a chance to return sometime. The guest house and the grounds are lovely, with a long, rolling grassy field and views of the ocean.Swaying palms, soft winds, freshly grown fruits and produce on the property - this is a very quiet, remote part of the Big Island that gives a more authentic experience of its natural beauty. It's on the north side which tends to have a more refined feel to it. Rent a car (it's very cheap these days), so you can easily explore all around the island from here.

Last May we were lucky enough to stay at Puakea Ranch for 5 days with our family and have our fairy…read moretale wedding. We rented out James Cottage, Cowboy House, and Yoshi House + the Detached Dining Pavilion. All the houses were so unique, charming, authentic Hawaii feel with an updated chick interior design. Loved the indoor/ outdoor bathrooms. The two pools were so peaceful and refreshing, one with a fantastic ocean view. We spent many days just relaxing in the pool with family. Also the whole family loved having the roaming chickens, duck, and Dolly the friendly sheep. The day of the wedding, it was so nice and easy to have the wedding on site. In the morning we made breakfast with fresh eggs from the chickens, and herbs from the garden. We took a dip in the pool, and made mai tais. The vendors showed up and created the wedding of our dreams. For our wedding we had a day of coordinator to insure smooth coordination between site, vendors, and set up. Our wedding planner took care of communications making the day seamless and relaxing. We were looking for a very authentic, casual, intimate setting with natural beauty, where we could relax and enjoy the day. This place exceed our expectations! Will definitely be back. This place feels so special to us and intimate it feels a bit odd realizing so many others stay there and feel the same way. Almost want to keep this hidden gem all to our selves. We will be back Thank you Christie & Josh!

Puakea Ranch is our home away from home in Hawaii. This the perfect place to slow down, relax, and…read moreunwind in a beautiful natural setting. Our family has been coming to the ranch since 2011 and have stayed at every cottage. The ranch offers comfort and amenities while maintaining a rural and country/private atmosphere. We love the views, its peaceful and beautiful country style. These homes are beautifully kept and so special to our family. We love staying at the ranch with our kids and plan to continue to visit every year. Christie, thank you for another wonderful stay!

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!

Originally we were considering Starseed as a potential wedding venue with accommodations for our…read moreguests. While we ultimately had too many people to make that work, we knew from our first visit that we wanted this special property, and the wonderful people who steward it, to be part of our nuptial celebration. We ended up hosting our rehearsal dinner here in September 2022 and, my friends, it was absolutely magical. The property itself is stunning, with a gorgeous tree canopy and colorful blooms everywhere. There are plenty of great places for a golden hour photoshoot, which we took full advantage of! They waited patiently for us to finish our photos then ushered us to our tables, which were beautiful decorated with 'olena flowers from their garden. There were so many beautiful, special touches that went above and beyond our expectations. For example, when we arrived Chef Erika adorned my husband and I with ti leaf leis they had made for us. As we sat down for dinner Chef Erika gave a Hawaiian blessing and thanked the land for providing such a bounty for us to enjoy. The food, oh my goodness the food... it was SO GOOD!! I love that they source as much as possible from their own property and from other local farmers and ranchers. Everything was so fresh and prepared beautifully. Plus, they were able to accommodate my nephew's very severe nut and dairy allergy without any issues, which we all really appreciated. They let us bring our own wine for a very reasonable corkage fee and the bottle service was gracious and timely, with never an empty glass. They also nailed the timing of the dinner, we never felt rushed nor was there too much time between courses. It was just perfect! Everyone in our party was totally blown away. They were expecting the typical rehearsal dinner at a restaurant or something and this overdelivered in the best possible way. It felt so intimate and private, just what we wanted. We all still talk about what an amazing night it was. Jesse, Madeline, and Chef Erika were such wonderful hosts, and they were great to communicate with before the event via email too. The team here truly embodies the aloha spirit. We are so very grateful for the experience they curated for us on our special night. I highly recommend Starseed Ranch for any special occasion gathering you might be hosting!! Their property, their team, their food, their aloha, is second to none.

Lovely property, friendly couple who were gracious hosts. We did the tour & dinner…read more They offered a delicious option for vegetarians- mushroom based meatballs. Wine is only offered by the bottle - they have a $15 corkage fee so if you want a special bottle- it may pay to bring your own. Overall this was a nice experience at a family farm. *The ride to/from is a bit rugged and rough- unpaved. Must drive very slow.