What a wonderful venue and supportive staff! We hosted a welcome party for a family wedding in…read moreFebruary. Chey and the entire staff were very accommodating and helped us navigate the details of the event. They were helpful in personalizing the menu items to accommodate food allergies and were very willing to make changes as needed. The setting was beautiful, parking was not a problem, the entire staff - including bar, servers helped make the evening a success! We received many compliments on the venue and quality of the menu items. Thank you for hosting us and kicking-off our wedding celebration in a the perfect way!

Chey & team were fantastic. The food was delicious and their arrival, food service, and clean up…read morewere very organized and prompt. They also did our cake which was delicious and very pretty! Accommodating to dietary restrictions and very friendly team to our guests. Communication was awesome & reliable.

Great location and friendly staff, definitely would stay here next time we are in Kona…read more Patty 9/15/26

The resort itself was very nice. The grounds were extremely well kept, the décor was fitting for…read morethe property and tastefully done, and overall, for a Marriott property, I was impressed with the appearance and amenities. Unfortunately, the customer service was a major disappointment. I agree with Kwan's Yelp review on that matter. During our stay, one of my shirts accidentally went over the balcony and landed on a roof below. I called the front desk and asked if someone could retrieve it. No one ever followed up with me. I called again the next day and was told that it would be retrieved, yet once again, nobody followed through or delivered it to my room. I ultimately left without the shirt. That should have been a very simple request to resolve. The first night, the smoke alarm in our room began flashing an extremely bright white strobe light periodically throughout the night. It was bright enough to illuminate the room and was very disruptive to our sleep. I contacted the front desk and was told that this was "normal" and that they could not do anything about it. The following night, the exact same thing happened. This time I recorded it and showed the video to a manager. He appeared genuinely baffled by how intense the flashing was. Clearly, what we were experiencing was not something that should simply have been dismissed as normal. I also had an interaction with one of the front desk employees whose response and demeanor were noticeably grumpy. It did not appear to be personally directed toward me, but it certainly did not reflect the level of hospitality I would expect from a Marriott resort. There were several positives. The Honu breakfast was good, the bar was enjoyable, and the pool and spa were great. The resort grounds were probably one of the strongest aspects of the property. The bed, however, was quite hard and uncomfortable for my preference. I have stayed at many Marriott hotels and resorts over the years. This property has a lot going for it physically, but the service side needs significant improvement. A beautiful property can only carry the experience so far. Better communication, follow-through, and hospitality from the front desk staff would have made a substantial difference in our stay.

For the price and location, this hotel offers good value…read more We arrived early and our room wasn't ready yet, so it was really convenient that they had a luggage storage room where we could leave our bags and explore the area in the meantime. Mari was very helpful, friendly, and accommodating, which made for a great first impression. The room was clean and spacious. It also had a small kitchenette area with a microwave, mini fridge, and sink, which was convenient during our stay. Amenities include a pool, gym, and washer and dryer. Nothing fancy, but definitely nice to have, especially for a longer stay. The complimentary breakfast was decent, with hot food options that changed daily, so there was some variety each morning. One thing to keep in mind is that parking is $25 per day, which adds to the overall cost.

We stayed here for a few nights prior to going to Kauai! We booked 2 rooms for the family and we…read morewere able to get the rooms next door. Parking was a little tight but great as we were able to walk everywhere. The rooms were decent and the beds were relatively comfortable. The rooms were quiet and I could not here anything on the outside halls. The bathroom was spacious and had no issues with hot water. I used the gym and it was ok. It had enough for me to lift weights! The staff was really friendly and helpful whenever we needed something from the front desk. As far as the breakfast, the had Portugese Sausage but I didn't have any. I did like the cinnamon rolls! Overall, I'd stay here again!

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!

My Beautiful Bride visited the Kona Salt Farm. I read many positive reviews, but my expectations…read morewere low. I mean, really, why would anyone want to your and do tastings at a fair farm? We surprised ourselves at how much we enjoyed the Kona Salt Farm Tour. Our tour guide Mari charmed us with her easy manner and genuine enthusiasm. We learned about the history, chemistry, and geology of farming sea salt. After enduring the hot outdoor part of the tour (our tour was 2:30-3:30 pm), it was a relief to come inside and taste how 16 different salts brought out flavors in cucumber, cherry tomato, and pineapple chunks.

Definitely a fun and educational experience at Kona Sea Salt overall. Our tour guide was very…read moreknowledgeable and passionate about the history behind Kona Sea Salt as well as sharing information on how sea salt is produced and harvested and how it is tied into the Hawaiian culture. At the end, we got to sample various salt products with pineapple, tomatoes and cucumbers! We were also provided water with magnesium at the start of the tour, especially given how warm it gets as the day progresses. The other nice thing about Kona Sea Salt is that it's located right near the Kona International Airport.

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.

Jasmine and her Heartbeet Catering team at Pu'uwai Gardens were outstanding. They acted as hosts…read morefor our wedding reception and we couldn't be happier with our choice. The food and venue were both incredible. Their team kept us on track throughout the night and acted as pseudo- day of planners. The team was incredibly responsive and patient with us as we made decisions about food, timing, and other vendors. They provided advice and answered all questions we had to help us create the perfect experience for us for our intimate wedding. We appreciated that everything could be handled in house by the Heartbeet/Pu'uwai team. They handled the bartending, cake cutting, servers, cleanup, and joined in some of the dancing! Plus, the food was INCREDIBLE. We had two kids, under 10, who can be picky, but they ate everything on offer! A true testament to delicious options that were curated for our event. We opted for family style, for our small group, and an extra protein because we couldn't decide on just one! The family style serving option helped us all feel at home, we loved it. Pu'uwai Gardens held a beautiful backdrop for the evening, including the covered area for eating and dancing, that included cute lighting, and the build in covered bar- stunning. The land and tress were also beautiful, as was the view of the water. The Heartbeet/Pu'uwai team overdelivered for our day and we are so grateful to have chosen them to host our reception.

From the owner: Private ranch venue near beautiful Waipi'o Valleyread more

Small yet perfect place to entertain young kids while on the big island…read more I was visiting my sister on Big Island and wanted to treat my niece and nephew (5 and 11yo) to a fun day. They had been to the Fun Factory before and requested that we go there. The place was much smaller and a bit old-school compared to what we'd find at Dave & Buster's but the kids still had a blast. There is no kitchen, so there is no food or drinks, but plenty of prizes to trade in for tickets won. Reload cards work on a tier system - I forget the details but the more often you go, the more you'll be rewarded (discounted games etc). I would definitely take the kids there again.

I had such an amazing time and took my nieces. Chester helped us and gave us such an amazing…read moreexperience. He went out of our way the whole time to give us our money's worth. He is a quality employee. We loved our time here and not only was it clean and quality, but we had quality family time! Thank you Chester. See our pic!

The friendly service from the staff in the Voyager lounge, particularly Kealana was wonderfulread more

When I arrived, the front desk was very kind and helpful. Checking in took no time and my room was…read morewhat I requested which was an oceanfront view. My room was nice and clean and my bed was very comfortable. A lot of decent food on site and stores on site if you need meds, sunscreen etc. I paid the extra 30$ a day for the "breakfast package" and I feel as though I was provided a good choice of foods. It's essentially a buffet you pay for so you can get as much breakfast as you need. Personally, it was very worth it. The negative part of my experience would probably be the price for the room. I understand the outrigger itself is an old building and I also understand renovating it would cost a lot of money and time. But it was honestly pretty old and shabby. I don't think it should've cost as much as it did. Most of the restaurants and bars seemed pretty short staffed and it seems unfair because all of my bar tenders and waitresses were really kind. They deserve proper staffing to keep from getting burnt out.

Great local bar with great bartenders. If you need a drink late at night, this is your place to…read morestop.

Showed up Friday afternoon to a gathering of a bunch of angry white dudes that for the entire time…read moreit took me to finish a drink complained about illegal border crossing, fentanyl and justifiable wars etc. I eventually just put my ear buds in. The drink and service were fine but Friday must be a hangout for people to air their grievances with life.