My wife and I stayed here for a week on our honeymoon and I'll say this; I should have booked this house for longer. A week didn't feel like enough time to enjoy this beautiful little oasis!
Every inch of Mahalo Kai felt intentional but unobtrusive. The layout gave each space it's own distinctive feel while still connecting as a whole, and the entire home had an ethereal, otherworldly vibe to it. During the day, the home is flooded with light from it's giant domed skylight and fresh air from its eight screened windows and doors. At night, the house is transported back in time, warm and inviting, with the well intended retro lighting and soft wood tones blending right in to the sounds of the jungle. The organic latex mattress was beyond comfortable, and every night we were asleep within minutes of crawling in bed.
The comfort and tranquility of the interior are near tripled when you walk outside to the pool area. I didn't believe such a peaceful place could exist until I stepped into that back yard oasis. The pool utilizes no chlorine or harmful chemicals, leaving me feeling refreshed every time I got in. The lava rock surrounding everything warmed the water nicely and was exfoliating when walking around, but be warned: it gets hot! Keep a pair of sandals nearby when getting out of the pool during the day! The outdoor shower was well stocked, relaxing, and completely private to the outside world.
Ben and his team were some of the nicest, most easy going people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. Anything we needed was taken care of promptly and with no questions asked. Anybody that wants to escape to a jungle oasis should absolutly book this amazing home!