Title: Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=20056592&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat ## Photo gallery for Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat ![Smart TV - Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056600/20056592/d6e459be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056600/20056592/50841fd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056600/20056592/1348f732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056600/20056592/b16b9e81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat (Captain Cook)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20060000/20056600/20056592/50f30dcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Kona Paradise, your ocean side retreat in Kona. Enjoy the comfort of this 2 bedroom home with breathtaking views and sunsets while experiencing Hawaii's natural beauty. Relax on the lanai with a margarita or unwind in front of the flat screen Smart TV, equipped with streaming services and free WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Parking available - Water view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat Escape the lights and traffic of downtown Kona and unwind in this peaceful oceanside retreat. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers breathtaking ocean views, nightly sunsets, and the serene beauty of Hawaii’s natural landscape, all from your private lanai. Perched above historic Captain Cook, this elevated home captures panoramic views of the ocean and lush Hawaiian canopy. It’s the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, just minutes from iconic Big Island beaches like Pebble Beach at the bottom of the hill. Inside, you’ll find comfort and island charm: Primary Bedroom: Queen bed with ensuite bath Guest Bedroom: Two twin beds and a private bath Living Area: Relax with a 43” Smart TV, free WiFi, and ceiling fans throughout Full Kitchen: Fully equipped with an oven, stovetop, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker Laundry: Washer and dryer in unit Parking: Private driveway Sip your morning coffee or evening margarita on the lanai as you take in the endless blue horizon. At a cool, comfortable altitude, you’ll enjoy gentle breezes and the sounds of island life away from the crowds. When you’re ready to explore, you’re just a short drive from Kona coffee farms, snorkeling at Two Step, and local dining in South Kona. Experience the real bounty of Hawaii. Peace, views, and authentic island living. Beautiful Pebble Beach is just 5 minutes away! A hidden gem that is the perfect setting for snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving, kayaking, and boating. The driveway is very steep and we recommend either 4WD or parking at street level. We provide complimentary starter essentials including paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, and trash bags. We also have air mattress, pack and play, and high chair available for rent. Receive peace-of-mind knowing that if something does go wrong, one of our friendly and professional staff members is only a phone call away. With a warm “Aloha”, we at First Island Realty look forward to welcoming you to the most authentic option for a true island living experience. Hawaii GE-049-844-8384-02/TA-049-844-8384-01 STVR-19-367230 NUC-19-1945 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the sea ### Things to do - Boat - Golf - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94460000/94459900/94459853/274972a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean-view Bungalow: Walk to Pebbles Beach! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number TA-049-844-8384-01, GE-049-844-8384-02, 3870170700000 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Hawaii House Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Captain Cook Hawaii Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Hawaii Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Hawaii House Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Captain Cook Hawaii Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Hawaii House Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Captain Cook Hawaii 90071 Kona Paradise Stunning Ocean Views Lanai Hawaii ## About the area Located in Opihihale, a neighborhood in Captain Cook, this vacation home is in the mountains and near the beach. Pebbles Beach and South Kona Beaches reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bay View Farm and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative. Big Island Bees and Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. [Visit our Captain Cook travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Captain-Cook.dx86447) [View more Vacation homes in Captain Cook](https://www.expedia.ca/Captain-Cook-Private-Vacation-Homes.d86447-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=19.319527,-155.87688&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:cf%7DtBnukv%5C%3FO%3FQ%3FO%40Q%40O%3FQ%40M%40O%40QBO%40QBM%40OBQBOBOBMDOBQDODMDODMDODODMFODOFKFMFOFKFOHOFIHMFMHKHKHOHKHKJKHKJMHKJGJKJKHILKJIJGJKLIJIJGLILGLEJILGLGLGLELENELELENGLCNGLELANENCLANCNALANCNCNAL%3FNCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%3FN%40NBLBN%40N%40LBN%40NBLDN%40LDNFLBNFLDLDLDLDLDLFLFLFLHLDLFJHLFJHLHJJJFJHJJJHJJJJJFHJJLHJHJJJHJHNHJFJHLHLFHFNHNFJFNDLFJFNDNFLDNDNDLDNDLBNDPBNBLBNDN%40PBNBL%40P%40NBP%40N%3FL%40P%40N%3FP%40N%3FP%3FN%3FL%3FPAN%3FPANAP%3FNALCPANAPCNCLARELCNCNCLEPCNENELENELENGNELGNGJENGLGLILGNGJIJINGHILILIJKLIJIJKJIJKHKJKJKFKJKHKHKJMFKHMFKHMHMDMFMHMDMFMFMDMDMDMDODMDODMDO%40MDOBOBM%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%3FOBM%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FOCM%3FOAOAOCMAOCOAMCOCOEMAMEOEMEOEMEMEOEMEMGMGMEMIKGMEMIMIKGKIMGKKKIKIMKIGKKKKKIIKKKIKKKIMIKIMIMIIGOIKGKIOGMGMGMGOGKEOGMEOEOEMEOEMEOEOCQEMCOCOCMCSAMCOAQCOAQAMAO%3FQAOAQ%3FO%3FQ%3FM&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=elXzpr-NipmM_nDMILZ0osUVXAU=) Captain Cook, HI ### What's nearby - ![Pu\'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park which includes general coastal views and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063979/b88b0029-a782-432d-8473-00012e0d978f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park 19 min drive \- 24.2 km - ![Hawaii Volcanoes National Park showing rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063971/416ad466-81da-44f5-9d37-47f43eaa2742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 33 min drive \- 40.1 km - ![Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965066/99e32530-c24c-4477-bb66-01cc6dee85aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kailua Pier 47 min drive \- 57.1 km - South Kona Beaches 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Pebbles Beach 19 min walk \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) 60 min drive ### Restaurants - Kona Rainforest Organic Coffee Farm - Ktl Kona Coffee - Mid Pacific Kona Coffee 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat? ### Where is Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oceanview Escape in Captain Cook | Peaceful Island Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 16 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabor M. Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Looking out over the Pacific Fantastic place, we loved the quiet location. Loved to sit out on the porch overlooking the ocean. ##### Gabor M. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie L. Apr 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kona Paradise Convenient location for our friends to stay. ##### Connie L. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### onsiteconstrux Dec 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kona Paradise-Kona Beautiful Amazing, everything was perfect. Best vacation home ever. We are frequent visitors to the Big Island, so we know a awesome view and a amazing home when we find it! Definitely coming back. ##### onsiteconstrux Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward P. Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great view!!!! Good location in terms of driving to the National Park and Mauna Kea. Captain Cook is a short drive away, with great coffee shops. The view is spectacular!! The nights were restful, with birdsong to lull you to sleep and a cool breeze to keep things comfortable. Would stay here again and definitely tecommend it. ##### Edward P. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine B. Mar 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good ocean access Close to swimming, other sites such as Hapuna Beach, quite windy during our stay. ##### Elaine B. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grazy R. Dec 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice view The sunset was absolutely beautiful every single day! I want to mention that the management team was very prompt with our requests. ##### Grazy R. Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin H. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Seaview in a quite location We really enjoyed our stay. Peaceful, calm, and everything we needed. Well equiped kitchen (incl. spices, salt, oil) and an amazing view to the sea! Thanks a lot! ##### Martin H. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie B. Apr 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Views! We loved our stay in the house for the weekend. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful and the views are incredible from the lanai. We love the beach and taking in the sunsets. The driveway is very steep and you should just park on the side of the road in front of the house. Great stay! ##### Katie B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David C. Aug 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### July 2024 My daughter and I stayed here in July 2024\. The view from the Lanai is exceptional, the inside of the property is a bit worn and dated, but everything we tried to use worked as it should. We spent most of the time we were at the house on the Lanai enjoying the beautiful view. ##### David C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura L. Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely bungalow Property was as advertised. Peaceful beautiful view. However it was a VERY steep road and driveway. When wet the road became slick and at one point tires spinning we were crossing fingers that we would make it to the highway. But all good. Would stay again ##### Laura L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret E. May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible Sunsets This property was spacious and comfortable. View from the lanai was spectacular. quiet neighborhood. Do take the warnings about the steep driveway. As two people in our 70’s, we had to exert a great deal of energy to get our luggage down the driveway and up the outdoor stair! Once we loaded in everything was perfect! ##### Margaret E. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer P. Dec 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing view, nice big kitchen, laundry a plus , great deal Thanks for an incredible stay. Sunset views incredible. Some convenient products left by previous occupants like bug repellant. We added chili powder to the kitchen! Bring body soap if you need it as they do have hand soap and shampoo but we bought our own bar. Loved the little cooler and snorkeling gear and beach chairs. So helpful!! The auto motion detector in the master bathroom is a bit fussy so I would turn it to “on” when using it. ##### Jennifer P. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian G. Jul 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pictures don't give the view justice Great property, clean and comfortable. Would be great for up to 4 people and fine for kids. The lanai is bigger than the picture makes it out to be and the view is really spectacular. Would totally stay there again. Definitely go down to the beach at the bottom of the road (it's a drive not a walk). Awesome snorkeling and just listening to the waves roll across the pebbles is a memory I hope I don't lose. The road and driveway here is much steeper than I expected. We had a AWD Nissan Murano and tried the driveway and bottomed out - we parked on the street the rest of our stay and it was fine. If you are not good with stairs this could be a problem for you. Getting to the property you could probably be fine without AWD but if you want to go to the beach you probably need AWD because it's so steep. My only feedback for the owners - the couch is really uncomfortable. Unrelated to the property general advice: You must be prepared for how far out of town this is. We stayed for 3 nights and brought groceries to have dinner and breakfast at the house every day. If you are looking for a base on the Kona side and then go out to dinner every night this area is not good for you. ##### Brian G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### William C. Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Not quite what I was hoping for Pros: Great communication - very prompt reply. Decent pricing. Plenty of gear available for snorkeling etc. Neutral: As other reviewers mentioned, the mosquitos are a bit of a pain. As the host informed us, the driveway is ridiculously steep - parked on the street when not loading or unloading. Cons: While pleasant and clean, after a while it was clear that the overall vibe was "good enough." There were a lot of things that could be improved, large and small. Example: the seating in the living room is half of a sectional couch, plus an ottoman with a pillow against the wall. The first position of the couch was comfortable, the rest were not. So there is seating for four, but only comfortable seating for one. Good enough. The other thing that lowered the rating was the second giant cockroach. The first one chose to expire dramatically in the bathroom sink. Hey, no big deal, guess the pest control is working. The second one was on the shelf in the bedroom with my underwear as I was packing to leave. I had to unpack my suitcase, shake everything out, then repack while keeping an eye out for hitchhikers. It was a toss up between two and three stars. It came down to a simple question: Would I stay here again? The answer is no, hence only two stars. ##### William C. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy F. Jun 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved this welcoming home-away-from-home during our time on the Big Island - mahalo! ##### Christy F. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lauren K. Oct 25, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location The Check-in process and communication with the property manager was awesome. The views and neighborhood were beautiful. The condo, unfortunately, had a dead cockroach on the floor, a slightly broken dishwasher, no water pressure, and poor linens. The WiFi was so slow, aTV streaming was impossible and it could not be watched. ##### Lauren K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Norma B. Nov 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kona paradise Great place. ##### Norma B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Sanjay M. May 4, 2018 #### Great location Nice view ##### Sanjay M. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Cheryl K. Dec 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable We enjoyed our stay and it was as advertised! ##### Cheryl K. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth J B. Mar 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Glorious view and local snorkeling! Property was great with excellent gear provided. Was disappointed there was no laundry soap even after I contacted you. ##### Ruth J B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Norma B. Oct 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place Everything excellent but suggest you recommend 4 wheel drive as the road is pretty steep and we had a rear 2 wheel drive pickup that really struggled when it was wet. ##### Norma B. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### tim m. Jul 14, 2010 #### Great place to get away Our family had a wonderful time in this quiet neighborhood (aside from one morning when the neighbors decided to renovate their driveway with a jackhammer). The house was well laid out and well supplied, including snorkeling equipment and coolers for our day trips. It made a wonderful home base for our trips to Kealakekua and Honaunau, Volcanoes National Park and the Green and Black Sand beaches. ##### tim m. This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Sep 3, 2014 #### Nice owner,good location, super view and beach at a walking distant This upscale house has everything you need2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 5) with TV DVD player. This house has all the conform to make you feel right at home. The kitchen is nice if you choose to cook your own food and washer/dryer to take care of your clothes. This is the perfect place to spend your vacation. Additional amenities include: view -, beach at a walking distant, washer/dryer.. ### 6/10 Okay #### Steven G. Mar 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Disappointed that electric failed. Electrical system failed. Ate in the dark. Unit was old and rusted in spots. View was wonderful. Beach and snorkel gear was great ##### Steven G. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Tiffany W. Jun 19, 2013 #### Stunning views, but average house The view and the lanai was all that this house had going for it...other than the location too! We fell in love with Kona Paradise! The snorkeling at the beach at the bottom of Kona Paradise was amazing! The beach may be a rocky, but at least you don't have to deal with the sand! We also enjoyed our mornings & evenings out on the lanai, in the morning taking in the beautiful ocean view and surrounding beauty. In the evening watching all the geckos play on the lanai! The house wasn't bad, but the carpets were dirty, the floors felt sticky and there was no soap for the showers. Would definetly like to stay in this area again! ##### Tiffany W. ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hotel Kona Bali Kai](https://www.expedia.ca/Kailua-Kona-Hotels-Hotel-Kona-Bali-Kai.h36447226.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Maui Bay Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Bay-Villas-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h3001.Hotel-Information) > - [Mana Kai Maui- Official Onsite Rental](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Mana-Kai-Maui.h27810.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Grand Waikikian Honolulu](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Grand-Waikikian-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h15076.Hotel-Information) > - [The Equus](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Paniolo-At-The-Equus.h22233503.Hotel-Information) > - [Poipu Sands at Poipu Kai #324 By Parrish Kauai - heated pool & walk to beaches!](https://www.expedia.ca/Koloa-Hotels-Poipu-Sands-At-Poipu-Kai-324-By-Parrish-Kauai-Heated-Pool-Walk-To-Beaches.h32790020.Hotel-Information) > - [Disney Aulani One Bedroom Poolside Villa!](https://www.expedia.ca/Kapolei-Hotels-Disney-Aulani-One-Bedroom-Poolside-Villa.h63165700.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Modern-Honolulu.h3855608.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Hilton Hawaiian Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Hilton-Grand-Vacations-At-Hilton-Hawaiian-Village.h583133.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Suite in Waikiki, near the beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Suite-In-Waikiki.h45249523.Hotel-Information) > - [Maui What A Wonderful World B and B Hawaii ](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-What-A-Wonderful-World-B-And-B.h37622441.Hotel-Information) > - [Worldmark Kihei, steps to the beach across the street.](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Worldmark-Kihei.h99662566.Hotel-Information) > - [Ko'a Kea Resort on Po'ipu Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Koloa-Hotels-Koa-Kea-Resort-On-Poipu-Beach.h1938562.Hotel-Information) > - [Kohea Kai Hotel Maui](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Kohea-Kai-Hotel-Maui.h1439959.Hotel-Information) > - [Rare Ground Floor Ocean Front, best at Maui Sunset](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Sunset-Vacation-Rentals-B122-Ground-Floor-Ocean-Front.h21709751.Hotel-Information) > - [Kihei Ground-Floor Condo • Steps to Kamaole III Beach• King Bed • Pool & A/C](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Ground-Unit-Beautiful-Lower-One-Bedroom-Unit116.h19512850.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Grand Vac Club The Grand Islander Waikiki Honolulu](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Grand-Islander-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h15178111.Hotel-Information) > - [WorldMark Kapaa Shore](https://www.expedia.ca/Kapaa-Hotels-WorldMark-Kapaa-Shore.h21314188.Hotel-Information) > - [Romer House Waikiki ](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Romer-House-Waikiki.h460386.Hotel-Information) > - [ The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Ambassador-Of-Waikiki.h894997.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Hokulani Waikiki Honolulu](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Hokulani-Waikiki-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h5931884.Hotel-Information) > - [Beautiful Poipu 1Br Condo with AC KP237](https://www.expedia.ca/Koloa-Hotels-Beautiful-Poipu-1Br-Condo-With-AC-KP237.h63858613.Hotel-Information) > - [Ka Laʻi Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Ka-Lai-Waikiki-Beach.h2860193.Hotel-Information) > - [Two Bedroom Ocean View Deluxe Luana Kai Resort D303](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Luana-Kai-Resort-D303.h52056039.Hotel-Information) > - [Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels-Halepuna-Waikiki.h40007622.Hotel-Information) > - [Colony Surf. 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