More communication. I would have preferred being able to speak to the hosts personally rather than it being pretty much a completely digital experience.

We didn't receive a breakfast. I liked the location very much. Our grandparents lived in Ahualoa and it reminded me of "the old days".

Stayed in February 2024

Queu to shared bathroom, noises of machinery outside and generally poor sound insulation

Good location to visit Waipio Valley. Cozy double room. Easy check-in. Free parking onsite

Stayed in February 2024

Beautiful views and property

Stayed in February 2024

The creaky doors…kind of difficult to be quiet for other guests when we needed to use our room door.

Beds were very comfortable! Location was great! Clean and relaxing!

Stayed in February 2024

Tents were clean and comfortable with beautiful view!

Stayed in December 2023

The bathroom at a very odd smell during our stay. To the eye it was clean, but it smelled like the toilet was leaking, and during our Four night stay the hand towel was never replaced, even though there were other patrons staying in the hostel type setting. The bedroom we slept in had a comfortable bed and a fan was provided but my cousin bruised her shins multiple times due to very large clamps that stuck out from holding the bed frame together at the corners. The house, as advertised, is incredibly old, so when they explain that their family is upstairs, this is something to be wary of. evenings and mornings are very loud, much louder than anticipated, though we were in the location for exploring rather than lounging and relaxing at the lodge, so we weren’t too bothered - just something to take into consideration if you would be.

The location was fantastic. We were able to travel all over the northern coast line very easily. And we loved heading back on the dark roads to the secluded, mellow area where the lodge is. We liked how we were able to pick the fruit of the property as well, and coffee is provided if you’d like to make it, and they have an outdoor kitchen set up if you would like to cook your own food.

Stayed in August 2023

location, quality

Stayed in May 2023

Didn’t realize when I booked that there was a shared bathroom, but there were no issues and the bathroom was clean.

Really like the outdoor kitchen area with an ocean view.

Stayed in April 2023

it was all we needed

there was no breakfast

Stayed in March 2023

We could not find the remote for the TV. Not that we cared about watching TV... it would have been a distraction from all the great books they had available to peruse. The ventilation in the room was not great. Expect to hear the kids upstairs romping around before bedtime. We didn't mind, but some may. It ceased at 8:00pm so no big deal.

This is a private home on the first floor where they've converted the cellar into three rooms with a shared bathroom with a common room. The beds are comfortable. We had the entire place to ourselves. The view from the outside tent area is incredible!

Stayed in March 2023

You could hear the family on the second floor and when they turned on their faucet (not sure if it was a shower, tub, sink) but it was pretty loud. Also people walking around upstairs... but it was only mildly uncomfortable.

The location was what I'd consider remote for the Big Island but if you are visiting the Waipo Valley or overlook, this is a wonderful place to stay. It is on the lower level of the proprietors home. I did notice that they had some very large, deluxe style tents with actual wood floors that overlook the spectacular Pacific Ocean. There were fresh bananas and macadamia nuts and other fruits as well available for the taking.

Stayed in January 2023

bed creaking pretty bad

The setting

Stayed in December 2022

There are a couple of cockroaches which scare me a little bit. And I think they are there because it’s an old house or due to the environment in Big island. The rooms are very clean.

The rooms are very clean & beds are very comfortable. (best beds in my 7th day trip in Hawaii so far) The showers are great. We also like the kitchen in the outside yard, not in the house. So I don’t have to worry that I disturb other tenants.

Stayed in June 2022

Non

As long as u have fun

Stayed in May 2022

Missing Air conditioner

Good location and price

Stayed in May 2022

Nice room and common area. Super friendly host.

Stayed in March 2022

it was a little packed but it was fully booked so it’s understandable.

i liked that it was very home like.

Stayed in May 2022

Free Mai tais? :)

I feel the owner described the property well and it was quiet, comfortable and a very good deal. Nice owner manager. Location is of course amazing, windward Hawaii. I really have absolutely nothing negative to say. This lodge fits well in the range of services especially for resident of this very Big Island who want to visit another part of it and not spend a huge amount of money doing it. This place was half the price of the next cheapest hotel and is one sixth of a resort price. Quiet comfortable bed, hot shower, perfect for a local who live on the southern tip of the island that wants to spend a couple days at the beaches up north that are some if the best in the world.

Stayed in March 2022

You could see bugs crawling, if you’re afraid of insects this might not be the best for you. But the bugs didn’t bother us.

Quiet and cozy. Away from the busy streets of stores and tourists. Very peaceful and tranquil, felt like one of the locals. There were fruit and nut trees on the property that were available to the visitors. There were also chickens on the property with fresh eggs in the morning. Wi-Fi was fast!

Stayed in March 2022

Sound isolation not very good

Near to the nature

Stayed in March 2022

none

Super clean and comfortable bed, friendly host family, best location to start my backpacking trip from Waipio Valley to Waimanu Valley, fruits and nuts in garden, everything you need (laundry, kitchen, etc). Even picked up an isobutane canister which is difficult to find on the island.

Stayed in February 2022

I liked the location. Never stated in a shared bathroom situation before. It worked out because there was only one other couple. Rustic location; felt like my uncles basement. If you are into camping, tenting and hiking and the outdoors this would be a great option at a good price.

Stayed in February 2022

Good shared kitchen, felt like a hostel, met some nice folks. Good deal for the money.

Stayed in February 2022

Wall , floors are thin if ur a light sleeper like me . folks show up around 9 pm .

no breakfast location and views plus the host attentivness

Stayed in February 2022