72-1071 Puukala St., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States
#10 of 12 B&Bs and Inns in Kailua-Kona
Guests' ChoiceBased on 75 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Location
7.8
Facilities
8.2
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Free WiFi
9.2
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Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Tricia
United StatesThe road leading to the location can be a little tricky when oncoming traffic is also on the road, but we considered it part of our adventure.
Bear's Place Guest House was our home for 5 days and it was the perfect place to start our island stay. We spent much time on our studio's private lanai, which is surrounded by lush green plant life, and was often visited by geckos and butterflies. The coqui frogs are abundant and their nighttime songs were a perfect lullaby each night. Everything was clean and simple. The onsite laundry was a great bonus, and the location was great for us. The other guests who stayed during the same period of time were quiet and really friendly.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Benjamin
FranceA bit far from Kona, you'll need a car for sure.
Really nice place, in a very quiet neighborhood ! Beautiful view and great environment. 10min from the Airport
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Scott
United StatesThe chairs on the lanai were lower than this old man prefers. Air conditioning was not a must but it would have been nice given the humidity (I come from a dry climate).
The garden view/outside area was lovely. Everything was pretty much as advertised (the pictures and reality synced which is not always the case)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Mark
United StatesWe stayed two separate times. The first time we had some noisy neighbors. The second time some of the cooking equipment didn't work.
Really nice location and surroundings. Friendly staff. A reasonably good value for Kona.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Donna
United StatesNo breakfast. It worked very well for what I needed
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Loren
United StatesIt’s clearly described in the posting, but there is no cooking oil and a small amount of coffee, something I’ve come to expect from vacation rentals generally that also provide kitchen amenities.
Great porch with a great view. Beautiful plants in the garden.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Brooks
United StatesVery convenient amenities for a single hiker--hot water pot, microwave, coffee maker. Simple but convenient. Really nice landscaping around the property!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Joanne
United StatesNeeded a deep clean. I’m a light sleeper & worried the noisy nighttime birds would keep me awake. But I slept well.
Nestled in tropical forest with nighttime bids & maybe frogs singing. Kind of magical! Very calming environment! Nice bed, couch & small table with 2 chairs, fridge, microwave, dishes beach towels & beach chairs.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Ronald
GermanyRoosters around keep you awaken all night. Thin walls. Oceanview from higher floor is better. Next time I would ask for room on the upper floor. Also you can hear the footsteps of the people above.
Big room with cocking possibilities. Everything clean and comfy. Laundry available for 5$ Communication with Nannette was good.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Lisa
United StatesAfter the first 2 nights, there was little to no hot water for showers. Description of room was confusing to whether we booked a garden view or an ocean view room.
Liked the garden view, the beach supplies, easy access from parking spot to lodging.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Russ
CanadaClean and comfortable. Good parking spaces available next to the house.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Stokes
New ZealandWe received excellent, easy to follow, instructions for finding the property before we landed on the island. We actually stayed here twice, at the beginning and end of our stay on the island. It was very quiet, apart from a lot of bird song in the evening and morning. There was plenty of parking and each space was well defined. We only met the owners for a few minutes so can't comment.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Risi
Switzerlandthe room was poorly soundproofed and didn’t help cause of the other guests bot respecting the quiet hours
The room was very nice including the furniture to cook
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Kaye
United Stateswe didnt know it doesn’t have an ac. since we slept with the windows open the birds get quite loud at night 7pm til 3am.
this property is very clean.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Tammy
United StatesA bit pricey for the location.
Well equipped kitchen. Very spacious. Lovely lanai.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Joel
United StatesFor the price I payed it would've been nice to have shampoo,conditioner and body wash in the shower instead of hand soap. Overall it was a nice comfortable room
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Clark
United StatesNo air conditioner or dehumidifier, and so the room was warm and muggy at times. Bathroom sink drains very slowly. The owner said they would fix that.
We stayed in the "Ginger" room. There was a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hot water maker. Teas, coffee, creamer, and sugar provided. Foldup beach chairs were in the room that we used at the local beaches. Queen bed was comfortable. The ceiling fan provided some air movement. There is a big screen TV with Roku provided. We watched "Paul Blart - Mall Cop 2" for free. Easy access to a nice laundry room with washer, dryer, extra towels, etc...
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Mauro
ItalyDespite the instructions, it was a bit difficult to reach the house since we arrived in the dark due to a flight delay
Room was good for our needs, more space for the luggage or the kitchenette would have been useful. Position in the end was good (not too far from the airport, with a nearby market shop) even if distant from the town, closer to the north west beaches. Private parking and easy going in and out.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Tailor
United StatesThere were two futons in our unit that were super springy so we’d stay here again as a couple but probably would not bring additional guests as those sofa beds/futons would not be comfortable to sleep on for more than a night.
Loved the high ceilings, large balcony and all the nature scenes and sounds around the property!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 March 2023
Juan
United Statesbed cove color if light color even better , this color make me feeling of history of bed,
all good , nice , clean
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Pete
United StatesI was under the impression there was going to be atleast 1 bedroom with an actual door but there are no doors other then to the bathroom and a huge walk in closet.
very clean and private, the owners were super nice and treated us like family.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2022
Seelbach
United StatesNo AC so windows are open and birds are chirping so bring ear plugs.
It’s a great bargain, quiet and nestles in a nice neighborhood backed up to some trees. The stay was great and balcony was amazing.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 30 September 2022
Reviews1612
United StatesSo I think I summed it up fairly well above Also you really can't walk to a restaurant or a store from there
It was beautiful....The balcony and the birds and peace..& quiet most of the time...I only met Nanette once. She seemed great. I think the fact that the Big Island has no lites at night is a drawback for me as an older driver. Did get lost once basically couldn't see...on the road that runs right above guesthouse I adjusted after that & made it a point to get back before sunset.I would return with someone who could drive in the dark...better
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 13 September 2022
Rene
United StatesThe bed was a bit worn out.
The view of the balcony was great. Refreshments were appreciated and silverware as well.
Stayed in September 2022
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