Must-see hotels in South Kona Coast

  • Puʻuhonua House

    South Kona Coast

    This is our favorite rental in South Kona – a luxury tree house (or 'pole house,' as the owners describe it) perched over the slopes leading down to…

  • Kaʻawa Loa Plantation & Guesthouse

    South Kona Coast

    Some places effortlessly embody Hawaii's beauty – like this guesthouse with wraparound lanai, unparalleled coastal views and gracious hosts who show…

  • Kane Plantation

    South Kona Coast

    You'll be in excellent hands at this upscale historic home, where renowned Hawaiian artist Herb Kane once lived. Perched on a lush mauka (inland) hillside…

  • Aloha Guest House

    South Kona Coast

    You're guaranteed to swoon at the heady ocean views from the shared lanai, guest living room and some bedrooms at this the property on a 5-acre fruit farm…

  • The Pagoda House

    South Kona Coast

    This whole home rental earns its name from its sloped, Asian-style roof, but that's hardly the highlight. Multiple home levels are decked out with…

  • Manago Hotel

    South Kona Coast

    This no-frills historical hotel has been hosting travelers and islanders since 1917. Run by the family's third generation, the Manago has clean, spare,…

  • A Beautiful Edge of the World B&B

    South Kona Coast

    The name of this place might be somewhat unwieldy, but it's not inaccurate – the property has wonderful views and a tropical setting away from everything …

  • Luana Inn

    South Kona Coast

    Welcome to spotless Luana Inn, where each spacious, uncluttered and tastefully understated room has its own private entrance and kitchenette. Two rooms…

  • Honaunau Farm & Eco-Retreat

    South Kona Coast

    This organic farmstay features cozy rooms, simple cottages and fairly luxurious two- and three-bedroom guesthouses, all overlooking a working farm…

  • Gingerhill Farm Retreat

    South Kona Coast

    Breathe fresh air and the scent of soil – dirt you may have tilled yourself. As a paying guest you can come and go as you please, but you are encouraged…

  • Sugar Shacks

    South Kona Coast

    Two attractive one-bedroom cottages and a simple studio constitute these appropriately sweet 'sugar shacks.' Your host, Kelly, is a font of information…

  • Camp Hoʻokena

    South Kona Coast

    Hoʻokena is a pretty fantastic beach, but nothing improves on the experience like watching the sun set – and then watching the sun rise – over the beach …

  • Banana Patch

    South Kona Coast

    Let it all hang out in one of these comfortable, clothing-optional cottages secluded amid tropical foliage. The rustic retreats, which share a full…

  • Belle Vue Kona

    South Kona Coast

    This spot is located on a 5-acre coffee plantation close to Captain Cook's dining options, and the rooms have, per the name, some fine ocean views. Your…

  • Pineapple Park

    South Kona Coast

    This backpacker crashpad sprawls across a compound of chill common spaces, kitchens, shared bathrooms and gardens. A sociable vibe makes up for cramped…

  • Manini Point House

    South Kona Coast

    At this 3-bedroom home just a few minutes' walk from Kealakekua Bay, slightly boring rooms are spiced up with a rustic wooden exterior and balconies that…

  • Hale Hoʻola B&B

    South Kona Coast

    This remarkably hospitable roadside B&B provides a homey, relaxed stay with three small but comfortable rooms downstairs in the main house. Despite comfy…

  • Hawaii Belt Coffee Garden Bed & Breakfast

    South Kona Coast

    Isolated, rural, roosters – some of the words that come to mind at this friendly little B&B, located out in the jungle. The simple rooms have that tile…

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