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Big Island Retreat

3.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse within walking distance of Kahalu'u Beach Park
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Seaside Room | Terrace/patio
Paradise Room | Living area
Ali'i Suite | Living area
Ali'i Suite | Living area
Ali'i Suite | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Near the beach
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
The price is AU$382
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

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Pineapple Room | Living area

Pineapple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Maile room | Living area

Maile room

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Bamboo Room | Living area

Bamboo Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfer Room | Living area

Surfer Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Seaside Room | Living area

Seaside Room

Highlights

Lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oceanview Room | Beach/ocean view

Oceanview Room

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Paradise Room | Living area

Paradise Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Orchid Room | View from room

Orchid Room

Highlights

Lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ali'i Suite | View from room

Ali'i Suite

Highlights

Lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 204 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Aloha Room | View from room

Aloha Room

Highlights

Lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honu Room | Living area

Honu Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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About the area

Map
78-226 Kahaluu Road, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740

What's nearby

  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kona Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Keauhou Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Magics Beach Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kaya's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tropics Tap House - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Big Island Retreat

Big Island Retreat puts you within a 15-minute drive of Kailua Pier. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkelling. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the beach location.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 13
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
    • No alcohol served on site
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1992
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Paper towels

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
State tax ID – TA-154-377-8304-01

Also known as

Big Island Retreat House Kailua-Kona
Big Island Retreat House
Big Island Retreat Kailua-Kona
Big Island Retreat
Big Island Retreat Hawaii/Kailua-Kona
Big Island Retreat Guesthouse Kailua-Kona
Big Island Retreat Guesthouse
Big Island Retreat Guesthouse
Big Island Retreat Kailua-Kona
Big Island Retreat Guesthouse Kailua-Kona

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Big Island Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Big Island Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Island Retreat?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Big Island Retreat and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and snorkelling. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Big Island Retreat like?
Big Island Retreat is located near Kailua-Kona Beaches in Kahaluu-Keauhou, a short 3-minute walk from Kahalu'u Beach Park and 18 minutes' walk from Keauhou Shopping Center.

Big Island Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

MaryAnn, 8-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very Hawaiian feel. One block to beach. Cute room
John, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I liked staying at Big Island retreat. We imagined it a little more accessible but there was just one road in and out. Luckily we didn’t run into too many cars when we were leaving or coming back. Pictures made it seem like a bigger area and a better view but our window views were just towards parking and a building next to us so we were a little bummed out. As first timers to this island, we didn’t know about geckos being present on the island so when we got to our room we had gecko poop on our pillows and sheets. They were not changed right away until the middle of our week from our stay so we removed pillows that had any poop on it and covered any stains with an old piece of clothing. We were notified twice for plumbing services to come but first time they did not show up and second time was when we were offered an hour extra to stay before checking out but the property manager ended up telling us plumbing was coming so water needed to be shut off so we ended up just leaving right after that. Some pros, we had a fridge to store any fridge food, communication was good and when expressing any concerns they understood and gave reassurance to help, pretty good distance from one beach that we could walk to, had items we could use if needed for our stay, not a ton of people in the area but we could hear a lot of what was going outside if there were people. Good little area for moneys worth but my husband prefers more room space and privacy.
Vanessa, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Older hotel. It was good. No ac so be prepared for a warm room. The plus was a beautiful sunset from the room. Dinning not with a short walk. Lots of geckos. A couple were roommates which was fine by me. Overall the stay was fine but if I went to the big island in August again, I’d get a hotel with AC. Plumbing was old so you do get some run hot/run cold battles. We could easily hear the other rooms so privacy was limited.
Edwin, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bee, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Stayed August for 4 nights in Surfer Room. Daytime room was warm about 80F even with two fans and blinds down. Nighttime was cooler 72F. Humidity was medium. Good budget hotel. Clean room and bath. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Night was quiet unless there are loud talking quests past 8 pm quiet hours. Early morning you can hear birds chirping because windows are always open. Think of “glamping”
ken, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Cute spot
Cute hotel and good price. It is across the street from Kahalu'u Beach, so you can walk to great snorkeling. Go in the morning before the crowds! The little sun porch in the Bamboo Room was my favorite thing. With no AC, it felt a bit warm if you just come in from outdoor activities (already hot). But it was fine at night. Also, the hosts are up-front about the AC in their correspondence. So just be aware if you need a cold place to stay while on the Big Island. Hosts were very friendly too.
Susan, 6-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint, real island feel, with fabulous view from veranda, (Aloha room); sunsets over the ocean. Very quiet, beautiful grounds. Perfect location and accommodations, for celebrating any occasion as a couple. Highly recommended
Steven, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

My only complaint is that because the private bathroom is offsite, meaning a trip outside to another close building, there needs to be better lighting. Our first night there was pitch black when I went to use the bathroom in the middle of the night. I did contact the owners and they put up some makeshift solar lights that would last til about 10 pm and then go dark. They gave us a flashlight to use. My biggest concern is that they didn’t offer any lighting the first night nor would they have offered later, if I wouldn’t have said something to them. doubt we were the first guests to complain about the unsafe situation.
Rebecca, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Quaint room near beach
The place was cozy and close to the beach which is great. I didn’t realize AC needed to be listed under amenities when in Hawaii! There were fans but I am definitely not used to sleeping warm. It was a good value for the location but I would prefer to have aC even if it meant being a block further from the beach. Very responsive when or if you needed anything!
Brittany, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a very cute and very chill property. Loved that it was walkable to beach. Our room didn’t have an ocean view but other rooms could be booked with one. Great deal for what you get! Had plenty of towels, they even included beach towels. It’s Hawai’i, so expect some bugs and geckos to get in the room.
Heather, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nico, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The property is pretty and convenient to a beach. The room and the property itself was clean. The share shelves were a nice touch. The facility is very primitive, meaning there is NO A/C, no staff onsite and no housekeeping. None of these things are bad if it's what you're expecting; however, this listing on Expedia does not mention any of these things, so it was a great disappointment to arrive and find out about the lack of AC and housekeeping. The phone number to call & text staff are posted all over, so someone could be reached if needed, I imagine. (We did not try.) I was also concerned about privacy, as our screened porch faced the entrance to the accommodations upstairs and there was no door between the room and screened porch and no window covering on the screens (which is understandable, as covering the screens would have made the rooms even hotter) I wish I could post a picture to the review to show what I'm referring to. Having such openness did allow us to listen to all the birds and the rain though.
Kathleen, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bee, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kathleen, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yijing, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Can't smoke/vape anywhere near property. Its required for guests to walk down a blind private road to the main coastal hwy by the beach 5-10 min walk. To even vape. No water pressure / or hot water unless you take off the shower head then everything works great. Quite time is 8-8 unless you're what seemed to be the managers friends talking load up on the balcony straight down into the lower room's.
John, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Angela, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The Big Island Retreat is a lovely property located minutes on foot to one of the best snorkeling beaches on Big Island. We stayed in the Ocean view room which was over 2 floors. The view from the bedroom is lovely. The rooms are quite small with little storage. The bed was only a double and very high off the floor making getting into it really hard. The bathroom is not totally enclosed and has no basin as the kitchen sink is just outside. Although there was nobody staying in the rooms immediately next to us we could hear the people in the rooms beyond.
AKM, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Roberto, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Perfect base for Big Island exploration
Lovely stay, walking distance from Kahalu'u beach park (so you can avoid parking fees), and we appreciated the use of beach/snorkelling equipment. The balcony and other amenities were lovely, we would recommend staying here.
Victoria, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tucked away with a great view.
A little off the beaten path and extremely quiet. We had the aloha room with a nice balcony and ocean view. Big enough for the two of us and very comfortable. Affordable in comparison to other hotels. Close to the Outrigger where they have the Manta ray night tours.
Susan, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

We stayed in the pineapple room. Very spacious and they even had community beach items for guest to use which was very helpful on our stay
Lari, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

No air conditioning should be prominent part of the listing. We stayed for only 1 night out of 4 reserved - due to the humidity and lack of air movement. Very steep climb to park and "bed and breakfast" meant you fix your own food. Advertised ocean view was very minimal. No staff on site.
Scott, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Home Sweet Retreat
What a beautiful property. Nestled in amongst the beauty Kona has to offer. Landscape and property well kept. Ocean waves lull you to sleep on comfortable beds. Everything you need is on hand. Close to everything but not to close to where you're in the hustle and bustle of vacationers. Very private and lovely. A quiet property. The birds will be your natural alarm clock. It's a happy place full of the Aloha spirit.
Ocean View Rooms front entrance. It's a two story unit:
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review