This was the best location for us on our recent trip to Kona. We were visiting family just up the mauka side of the highway and were still able to enjoy and take advantage of the close proximity to swim at the pier every day and easily walk to all our favorite places from this location. If you are visiting Hawai'i island for the first time, make sure to get off the beaten path of this main tourist hub to enjoy the diversity of landscapes and settings this beautiful island has to offer -- but this would also be a perfect home base for first-time visitors as well.
Cleanliness and amenities at the space were great, including ample fans and AC combo to stay cool during the heat of the day. The upstairs lofted bed with its own bathroom made this ideal for separate areas for people staying together. The only minor inconvenience was early check-out at 10am (an extra hour wouldn't hurt!), but it was not really a bother at all. Text communication was property management was fast, reliable, and friendly. A perfect home away from home in Hawai'i.