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Big Island Retreat

3.0 star property
Adults-only beach guesthouse

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Big Island Retreat

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Seaside Room | Terrace/patio
Gazebo
Oceanview Room | Beach/ocean view
Ali'i Suite | In-room dining
Paradise Room | Bathroom

Overview of Big Island Retreat

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

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78-226 Kahaluu Road, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740
  • Popular LocationKahalu'u Beach Park3 min walk
  • Popular LocationKeauhou Shopping Center18 min walk
  • Popular LocationMagic Sands Beach20 min walk
  • AirportKailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)25 min drive
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Room options

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Pineapple Room | Living area

Pineapple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Maile room | Living area

Maile room

Highlights

Lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 550 sq ft
  • 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
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfer Room | Living area

Surfer Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Seaside Room | Living area

Seaside Room

Highlights

Lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 550 sq ft
  • 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
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 550 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Paradise Room | Living area

Paradise Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Orchid Room | View from room

Orchid Room

Highlights

Lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 400 sq ft
  • 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
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 2200 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Aloha Room | View from room

Aloha Room

Highlights

Lanai
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honu Room | Living area

Honu Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located near the beach, Big Island Retreat is in Kahaluu-Keauhou, a neighborhood in Kailua-Kona. Lekeleke Burial Grounds and Captain Cook Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kahalu'u Beach Park and Magic Sands Beach. Keauhou Shopping Center and Haleo Luau are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkeling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 3 min walk
  • Keauhou Shopping Center - 18 min walk
  • Magic Sands Beach - 20 min walk
  • Keauhou Bay Beach - 3 min drive
  • Haleo Luau - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Big Island Retreat

Guesthouse near Kahalu'u Beach Park
Located close to Keauhou Shopping Center and Magic Sands Beach, Big Island Retreat provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and beach umbrellas
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak well of the beach locale
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1992
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information

Access methods

Key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 13 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 13 and older are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - TA-154-377-8304-01
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Guests under 13 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is 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

Is Big Island Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Island Retreat?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Island Retreat on Apr 24, 2024 start from CA $247.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Big Island Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Island Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Big Island Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Island Retreat located?

Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, this beach guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kahalu'u Beach Park, Keauhou Shopping Center, and Magic Sands Beach. Haleo Luau and Lekeleke Burial Grounds are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Big Island Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 257 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Angelita

Did not like the bldg for a disabled person. Stairs too hard to go down and too dark to drive uphill.Property was not described correctly until I have paid the rental fee. Did not use the property at all and was charged for 3 nights! I need refund of my money. I was disappointed as this is me and my husband’s first trip to Hawaii.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

ali, Grande Prairie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to say
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamaree

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent a weekend Kona side because a friend flew in. Communication was good, room was clean, all necessities provided, comfortable bed, easy entry on check in. Would definitely stay again for a affordable get away spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Anna, Vancouver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to awesome snorkling beach. Clean. Like it! Hawaii style property: you can hear all noises. If you need a quiet accommodation, this hotel is not for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Porch with eating area
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great retreat!
We had an unexpected flight delay & luckily landed in the Aloha Room at Big Island Retreat. It was almost like a second honeymoon after a flurry of family at a condo for a couple of weeks. Don’t go if you want a fancy hotel experience but for us it was almost like a quiet escape to our family cabin. Totally as advertised. Lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a beautiful property, my son and I had the Pineappleroomwhich had a kitchenette which we liked. Plenty of parking, our challenge was we rented a big pickup but still managedFyi, the prooerty is further up hill than once you turn onto road , keep going until you make tight left and you'llsee signs saying Big Island Retreat. The
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little property close to beaches with great snorkeling! We brought our own gear but that it was very nice that they hand masks available for guest use as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

David yishay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not the kind of vacation
The room was full of ants in the bath and on the bed. There are geckos also, and the property manager said that is common, but for me, it was uncomfortable during the three nights. Why is it not written in the description? I checked again on Hotels.com and didn't find out about it. That wasn't very pleasant. The road to the building is complex and convenient, especially at night, as it is very dark outside. The room is open, and you cannot close the windows. The bathroom was slightly dirty and not in good condition. Unfortunately, there was no conditioner. Sorry, but all of these affected our travel on the Big Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible experience, refrigerator not working, ants all over the counter.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023