Had I done my research, I would have realized Keala Kai is quite literally a short walk from Kealakekua Bay, and we were all blown away by the location when we initially pulled up. We took full advantage and started each morning of our trip snorkeling in the bay and the hosts graciously provide snorkeling gear. It’s about a 30 minute drive (on the most beautiful and scenic road) from downtown Kona, and another fifteen to the airport. The house itself was spotless with a large living room and kitchen, tho we spent most of our time on the Lenai which overlooks a well tended yard teeming with local wildlife, and beyond that, glimmers of the ocean in the distance. The beds are ridiculously comfortable, there are AC units in each bedroom to keep cool and the water is heated by solar. Keala Kai was the perfect choice and home base for all of our adventures around the island, I highly recommend!