Mokupapapa Discovery Center Tours and Activities
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Mauna Kea Summit & Stars Adventure
CA $420
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend

Big Island Adventure Bundle: 5 Epic Audio Driving Tours
CA $49
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend

Big Island: Baby Goat Cuddling at Ohana Ranch
CA $55
per adult

Manta Ray Night Snorkel Experience of a Lifetime
CA $194
per adult
84% of travellers recommend

Big Island (South): a Self-Drive Sightseeing and Adventure Audio Tour
CA $13
per traveller

Hawaiian Culture & Lei Making at Ohana Ranch (Big Island)
CA $83
per adult
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Kona Reef, A Raintree Vacation Club Resort
Historic Kailua Village
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Price was CA $4,679, price is now CA $2,391 per person
CA $2,391
per person
Dec 17 - Dec 24
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Vancouver (YVR) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)
8.4/10 Very good! (509 reviews)
Kona Reef is proof that even a spectacular oceanfront location can't make up for neglected accommodations and nonexistent management.
The grounds are beautiful, and the views are incredible. Unfortunately, that's where the positives end.
Our room appeared clean at first glance, but the bathroom exhaust fan didn't work, and mildew was visible along the ceiling near the shower. Worse, the bedroom AC smelled like mold every time we turned it on. Nothing says tropical paradise quite like questionable air quality. The furniture looked and felt like it had been rescued from the clearance bin at a thrift store.
But the biggest failure was management. Guests are given a number to text for assistance, which would be great if anyone actually responded. They don't. Ever. Other guests confirmed they experienced the same frustration.
Apparently, collecting payment is considerably easier than providing customer service.
It's remarkable that a property with so much natural beauty can be operated with so little apparent care. The ocean does all the heavy lifting while management seems determined to do absolutely none.
My advice? Admire Kona Reef from a distance and spend your money somewhere that actually values its guests
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Fairway Villas Waikoloa by OUTRIGGER
Price was CA $3,224, price is now CA $2,230 per person
CA $2,230
per person
Jan 15 - Jan 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Vancouver (YVR) to Kailua-Kona (KOA)
8.8/10 Excellent! (539 reviews)
The entire space was great. Easy to walk to near by shops and very relaxing
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026
Tours & day trips
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Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 222 reviews
Free cancellation available
Private & custom tours
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Hawaii Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Beaches & Hilo Highlights Day Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 222 reviews
Free cancellation available
Food, drink & nightlife
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Hilo,Hawaii- Volcano, Waterfalls and Beach Tour With Lunch
Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 38 reviews
Free cancellation available
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Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
93 Banyan Dr Hilo HI

Howzit Hostels Hawaii
101 Waianuenue Ave Hilo HI

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
71 Banyan Dr Hilo HI

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B
56 Pukihae Street Hilo HI

Oceanfront Paradise: Breathtaking 3bd/2ba with Panoramic Views of Hilo Bay
Hilo HI

one bedroom Loft Apartment in the heart of Downtown Hilo
Hilo HI

Modern Hilo Hideaway - Gated Yard Gazebo
Hilo HI

Wild Ginger Hotel
100 Pu'ueo Street Building A Hilo HI

Hilo Town Inn
132 Punahoa St Hilo HI
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