Honu Hale became our treasured home away from home while vacationing on the big Island.
The thought and care that went into curating this sparkling Airbnb studio fit our exact needs for this trip. The hosts were incredibly friendly (human and feline alike). The host, Vanessa, was very responsive to any questions we may have had during our stay and was incredibly generous in ensuring our stay was as comfortable as possible. :) The private backyard for guests is located beneath a giant mango tree with lounge chairs and a BBQ grill for guests. The backyard is shaded from the hot sun and is very peaceful (if you're here at the right season, you may even treat yourself to a ripe mango!).
The studio was the perfect space to put your feet up after a long day of snorkeling, diving, hiking, beach excursions, and other travel adventures. The space comes fully stocked with the essentials for cooking, packing a meal to-go, cooler to borrow for a day at the beach, snorkeling gear, beach chairs, beach towels, extra toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, shampoo/conditioner, etc.) and all the comforts of home (aside from in-house laundry).
Everything was clean and tidy in the space. If you're looking for a "home base" while you pop in and out between various excursions and activities, this is the perfect spot. If you decide to have a morning in to relax, there is a coffee maker and plenty of kitchen amenities to make your own meal and lounge. We highly recommend this comfortable and cozy home. The house is nestled in a relatively quiet cul de sac just minutes from the beach. And about a 7 minute drive from "downtown Kailua" where many restaurants are located. You can walk down to the nearest shore access in about 5-7 minutes. And you are minutes to the nearest bus stop on Ali'i way. We would be delighted to return and stay again at Honu Hale! Thank you for making this trip an unforgettable and amazing experience. Mahalo!