You should pick Kriag’s place if you want to have some real Hawaiian living experience. The house is located in the middle of the hill surrounded by coffee farms in a nice quiet community. It is away from the tourist crowds in downtown but Kona downtown is easily acceptable with a short drive. The house is spacious, well designed and decorated. Suggest to rent a 4x4 since the long drive way to the house is a bit rough. The near by Holualoa village center is great place to visit. We had our breakfast coffee in the Holuakoa Garden and Cafe every morning and the restaurant is good too. There are a lot of good restaurants in downtown Kona, Umekes Fishmarket Bar and Gill, Kona Brewing Co., Shimaichi Sush, just name a few. We had great stay in Kriag’s place, highly recommend.