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Reviews of Kona Tiki Hotel

75-5968 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States

#19 of 19 hotels in Kailua-Kona

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Review score

Based on 172 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 7 March 2023

    10
    Quiet, peaceful, convenient, gorgeous view
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Extremely easy access to and from room to get out to activities . No hassle of big resort elevators etc! So convenient and quaint.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2023

    10
    Perfect relaxing weekend in Kona, didn’t feel like a hotel or resort!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 2nd Floor King Standard with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!! Would have loved a hot plate to make eggs or something but having a grill & microwave/fridge was great.

    The views are incredible! Karen was so kind & the property was pristine. Loved the accessibility to anything we needed (beach chairs, boogie boards, binoculars).. great location & sunsets can’t be missed :) The room was decorated nicely & the bed was super cozy too!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2023

    9.0
    Had a very pleasant stay and would defintely recommend it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 7 nights

    location on busy road makes walking into town a little difficult

    Excellent communication with manager

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2023

    8.0
    Great room in a fabulous location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 2nd Floor King Standard with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is very tight. I found it much easier to park along the road rather than the small lot on property. The building is very old, so don’t expect luxury. However they have done a great job refurbishing the place. Rooms are clean and very comfortable.

    Location is great! The entire facility was very clean and well cared for. The room was clean and comfortable. The view from our private balcony was awesome! The ocean is right below the balcony. Karen, the owner, is terrific!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2023

    10
    Great boutique hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Road noise due to traffic late into night or early morning. Tight or limited parking. Managed but having a/c would be a plus.

    Extremely clean. Good location. Beatiful view from our Lanai. Comfortable bed, room updated throughout. All one needs.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2023

    10
    Perfect place for a short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    For one night it was perfect - for a longer stay, a closet or more space for hanging clothes would have been good.

    We primarily loved the location - so close to the ocean, loved the crashing waves to sleep by! Very clean, simple, and quiet. Management was very welcoming and kind.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2023

    10
    Crashing waves couldn't get any better!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Petite with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Awesome place, watch the waves and the surfers from our porch. Very clean, and walking distance to town. Perfect!!!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2023

    10
    Delightful, relaxed hotel - right on the ocean!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 2nd Floor King Standard with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Satisfied with every aspect - we often chose to have breakfast and dinner on the lanai because the view was unsurpassed.

    Clean, well maintained with absolutely the most amazing view. It was a very simple room - and we’ve been used to condo facilities but we were not disappointed.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 2nd Floor King Standard with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 1 night

    It is very expensive for what it is (although everything in Hawaii is very expensive currently).

    The view from this room was fantastic as was the cleanliness and space in the room. It was last minute booking and comms from the team were great. It is a short walk to the centre to the restaurants and bars.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2023

    10
    Very nice hotel next to the ocean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    parking was difficult no food availability had to drive

    Kind manager, Beautiful location, provided boogie boards and chairs , cookware and utensils

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 2nd Floor King Standard with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Right on the water overlooking the crashing waves! The room was comfortable and the bed was super comfy.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2022

    8.0
    2 day escape on waterfront bliss!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 2nd Floor King Petite with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No curtains on the little windows made it very bright at night while trying to sleep. No “do not disturb” cards so housekeeping tried entering, thankfully the door was chained. I was asked to allow pest control in to spray,. I thought that was inappropriate to ask if a guest.

    Amazing location on the water, fell asleep to waves crashing on the shore. nothing better!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2022

    8.0
    The ocean is just around the corner the sound of surf is nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ocean is just around the corner the sound of surf is nice

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 December 2022

    10
    Great little find!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was the best. No TV but that made it even better. I can't remember the last time we went a week with no TV. Watching & listening to the waves crashing on the rocks was so relaxing.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2022

    9.0
    wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Standard with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    a detail - maybe some more pilates and curlers

    location, location, location! small, personal hotel. very nice management

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2022

    9.0
    Nearly perfect. Would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Standard with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We liked everything. However, counter space in the bathroom was a problem. We used the kitchen counter/island just outside the bathroom door for all of our toiletries/makeup, contacts, etc. Management might consider installing a shelf on the wall below the mirror, above the sink. This would be easy and inexpensive, and would make a huge difference.

    Unbeatable ocean view right outside our room. Updated decor. Very clean. Beach chairs available to borrow. Friendly and helpful staff/manager. Walking distance to restaurants and shopping.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2022

    8.0
    Overall, we absolutely enjoyed our stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Unfortunately there is no air conditioning in any rooms. While it states there is a sea breeze that keeps you cool, it was difficult for us to fall asleep easily as we were soooo hot in the room, the entire week long stay. We did not really acclimate to the heat and humidity as stated on the room details. The temps were mid to high 80s everyday, lows only in mid to high 70s, so no relief at night either. Although there was a fan in the room and a ceiling fan, I would consider adding small compact AC units to some rooms to offer. If there will be AC in the future, we will be back!

    The Kona Tiki Hotel is a gem, and such a find at a great price! Our ocean front room was perfect to watch the surf hit the lava rocks, surfers, sea life and amazing sunsets! The location is perfect, so close to downtown Kona, shopping, farmer's markets, etc.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2022

    10
    Excellent service, great timely communication, extra effort to assist, easy check in, great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Location was great on the water

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2022

    10
    Great stay! Would definitely return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The location is great! Easy access to Kona town. Great views from your lanai. The room was spotless, roomy, and cutely decorated.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing...

    Real pleasure to sleep to the sound of waves. Small hôtel well situated. Beach chairs and body board available to envoy thé lovely beaches of Big Island

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2022

    10
    way too short a stay in a stunning location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    the proximity to the water was awesome! we spent hours watching the surfers, fish, and dolphins.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    6.0
    Had a great time in Hawaii and the hotel was nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Ground Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No Air conditioning and it is really hot in the rooms. They gave us fans, but it wasn’t enough and had to take showers three times a day.

    He location of the hotel next to the ocean was amazing The rooms were clean and the people there were very nice and helpful

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    7.0
    The ocean view was beautiful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 2nd Floor King Deluxe with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was very close to the road - so it was very noisy. No air conditioning and no TV. The property was quite old and dated - needs a bit of a revamp.

    It was reasonably close to town. We could walk to breakfast etc. The ocean view was great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    7.0
    Comfortable for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Ground Floor King Petite with Oceanfront Lanai
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No hot water in the shower, and the parking lot was very tight.

    The bed was comfortable, and the view from the lanai was great. It was relaxing. Check in was easy.

    Stayed in April 2024

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