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Big Island Retreat

3.0 star property
This beachside retreat blends tropical gardens with practical comforts, providing beach towels and umbrellas for perfect days on the sand near Kahalu'u Beach Park.

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Big Island Retreat offers a peaceful getaway with its garden setting and convenient laundry facilities. Guests can relax on the terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The property's express check-out ensures a smooth departure after enjoying the nearby beach.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Room options

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Orchid Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Paradise Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aloha Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Aloha Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pineapple Room | Living area

Pineapple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Seaside Room | Living area

Seaside Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Oceanview Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Oceanview Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Ali'i Suite | Terrace/patio

Ali'i Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 204 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Honu Room | Living area

Honu Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Bamboo Room | Living area

Bamboo Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfer Room | Living area

Surfer Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Maile room | In-room dining

Maile room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located by the ocean, 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. Visit our Kailua-Kona travel guide
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78-226 Kahaluu Road, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740

What's nearby

  • Kahalu\'u Beach Park featuring rugged coastline, a coastal town and tropical scenes
    Kahalu'u Beach Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A weathered statue of the Hawaii god Ku. Ku is the god of war and prosperity.
    Kailua-Kona Beaches
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ancient Hawaiian Ruins, Big Island #adventure #hawaii #bigisland #beaches #beachlover #volcanoes
    Keauhou Shopping Center
    1 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Magic Sands Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes
    Magic Sands Beach
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Regal Keauhou
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sunset Kai Lanai
    3 min drive
  • Shaka Tacos
    7 min drive
  • Piko
    5 min drive
  • Magics Beach Grill
    3 min drive
  • L & L Hawaiian BBQ
    2 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 luggage storage
  • Beach towels, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly 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.
More amenities include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

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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 self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1992
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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 planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 104.70 per accommodation, per stay (varies per unit)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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 is parking?

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).

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Reviews

Big Island Retreat Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 355 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, close to some beaches, good snorkeling close to room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Owner was very accommodating. Room was beautifully appointed. We had a peaceful lanai to have coffee and snacks. We were surprised to find a microwave, small refrigerator, coffee maker and toaster for use during our stay. Walking distance to a snorkeling beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location . No ocean views from Bamboo room. Noisy neighboring room. Welcoming remote staff. It was a comfortable stay in a clean place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute, private and peaceful. Lots of beach stuff to borrow.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a WONDERFUL stay, rooms were comfortable and super clean!! You cannot see the ocean from the surfer room, but there is a wonderful outdoor kitchen/Lanai just up the stairs where we could see a mildly obstructed view of the ocean. We will def be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
safe and convenient location. quiet. clean facilities. room was stocked with essentials.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Excellent location, loverly stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so perfect, I will def be coming back to stay here! Location is great, walkable and quiet ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Room was quiet. Close to the ocean. Most of the windows did not close properly. Room was overall clean. Parking was good. Coffee would have been a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dreamy Hotel

Amazing place. Just beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The "Surfer Room" was an idyllic little space on a gorgeous big island property that just "Screamed" HAWAII! loved everything about this place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the perfect oasis for our brief stay in Kona. Far enough away from the crowded downtown area but still super close, we love the room, the beach access, and the convenience. Very quiet area, and tastefully decorated and clean. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a wonderful place. Great vibes. Great location. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Surfer Room - a great little place

Our room and bathroom were super clean and tidy. It seemed the entire property was maintained in excellent condition. We arrive at night and were surprised to see how close to the beach we were in the morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice Room with Ocean View (Aloha).
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a perfect beautiful place to stay. Very peaceful and welcoming. Not far from the beach like maybe a 2 min walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamaree

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Hawaiian feel. One block to beach. Cute room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was quiet with a comfortable bed and a beautiful view of the ocean with also the sounds of the ocean waves. The staff was responsive and friendly. So close to Kahalu’u Beach Park with wonderful snorkeling. The room does not have air-conditioning, but it has wonderful louvered windows and a ceiling fan, and also a room fan which we didn’t need in February.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable and a quick walk to a nice snorkeling beack and rental bikes. Washer & dryer on premises. Parking is free, but spaces are very small. Can hear the surf all night (no a/c but it isnt necessary). Outdoor kitchen for bbq etc. About 4 mi from all the hubbub in old Kona-town. Would definitely return to this place!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In Hawaii and not resort

Nice conditions to enjoy Hawaiian life and not isolated resort life. All fine: location a short walk to a good snorkel beach, popular with locals and surfers to mingle and join. Roomy, nice lanai with partial view to sea. Nice facilities and common areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024