75-5968 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States
#1 of 19 hotels in Kailua-Kona
Guests' ChoiceBased on 173 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 19 March 2023
Eri
JapanI thought it was facing downtown, but it seems rather far when walking, so you need to take a cab or something.
The view from the room directly facing the ocean was amazing. Rooms are well cleaned and staff is friendly! It is small and has a relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 7 March 2023
Alexa
United StatesExtremely 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
Lindy
United StatesNothing!! 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
Thomas
United Stateslocation on busy road makes walking into town a little difficult
Excellent communication with manager
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 23 February 2023
Kendrick
United StatesParking 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
Rodriguez
United StatesRoad 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
Hal
CanadaFor 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
Scott
United StatesNothing
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
Karen
United StatesSatisfied 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
Carla
United KingdomIt 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
Kian
United Statesparking 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
Raymond
United StatesRight 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
Sandy
United StatesNo 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
Yu
TaiwanThe ocean is just around the corner the sound of surf is nice
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 10 December 2022
Patricia
United StatesLocation 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
Karin
Swedena detail - maybe some more pilates and curlers
location, location, location! small, personal hotel. very nice management
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 25 November 2022
Michelle
United StatesWe 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
Donna
United StatesUnfortunately 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
James
United StatesLocation was great on the water
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 8 November 2022
Mark
United StatesThe 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: 3 November 2022
Michelle
Mexico.
Rooms are very spacious, the view is beautiful and location is great!
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 8 October 2022
Catherine
FranceNothing...
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
Timothy
United Statesnothing
the proximity to the water was awesome! we spent hours watching the surfers, fish, and dolphins.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
James
United StatesNo 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
Fox
AustraliaOur 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
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