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Reviewed 24 March 2015

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed this exotic, spacious home. Yes, I rented the whole home for my family to use as their own. This turned out to be a wonderful staycation for us who are from Oahu. My granddaughters (age 9 and 14) thought they were in fantasy land. The place was all ours. The pool was all ours. The adults enjoyed socializing with each other. They didn't have to drop everything to go and supervise the girls. The grilling was done right where we could keep an eye on them as they swam. We all enjoyed the pool, cooking, TV, wifi, and the wonderful Jacuzzi with a view.

The setting was beautiful. It was so private, surrounded with lush, natural beauty. Of course the ocean view and sunsets were beautiful. Renting the whole house in a special environment was the best thing I did for my family because we were enjoying each other's company, helping each other and bonding. We stayed only 2 nights. The plan was to enjoy the home and all that it had to offer so we did not go anywhere. Just had a relaxing, rest and recuperation vacation.

Kathryn and the other assistants while "invisible" were there when we needed them. This is what made it so comfortable and really helped us to feel as if it was our home.
Mahalo for treating us so well; with much thoughtfulness and respect.

Thank you,
Carolyn M.

Room tip: Frankly each room had its own positive characteristic. Just know the Ginger Room and Gardenia Suite is on the 3rd floor.
Date of stay: March 2015
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Holualoa Inn O, Guest Relations Manager at Holualoa Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 25 March 2015

I can't think of a better gift for your family than a whole estate rental of Holualoa Inn. The Inn was originally built as a private residence so it is perfectly suited to bring everyone together, three generations of your beautiful family enjoying one another in the Great Room, Ohana Room and by the pool. So much mahalo for choosing us for your family staycation and for taking the time to post such a lovely review. Hope you're all enjoying your Comphy sheets, bags of 100% estate Kona coffee, and the memories you created during your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you home once more. Aloha nui loa, Kathryn and your Holualoa Inn Ohana

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Reviewed 24 March 2015

My husband and I stayed at this exceptional place for a week as an anniversary celebration. I fell in love with the inn on line and and it exceeded all expectations. The inn was busy with other guests that we would see at breakfast but most of the time we felt we had this elegant, inviting house all to ourselves. There are so many lovely private areas. The decor was just what I wanted - zen soothing, polynesian, so inviting and gorgeous. The surrounding scenery and gardens are superlative. So much so that in the evenings we usually brought back some wonderful, just caught fish and grilled our dinner pool side. No other restaurant could provide better views or ambience. The kitchen available for guests use has everything you need and like the rest of this amazing house it is inviting and beautifully decorated. The staff is helpful, friendly and gracious. Ask a question and if they don't know they find out and follow it up with a print out. They assisted our daughters in pulling off an anniversary surprise. The girls said they were so friendly and helpful. I am not sure I have felt this way before about a vacation but I am honestly feeling a little homesick for this fabulous, unique inn. If you are not interested in a cookie cutter type resort down on the strip, do yourself a favor and stay here.

Room tip: I am sure all are lovely
Date of stay: March 2015
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Holualoa Inn O, Guest Relations Manager at Holualoa Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 25 March 2015

Nothing makes us happier than seeing our guests enjoying all that Holualoa Inn has to offer. Whether lounging by the pool, catching the sunset from our rooftop gazebo, soaking up the ocean views while soaking in the hot tub, or grilling up a delicious piece of fresh fish poolside. Mahalo nui loa for choosing Holualoa Inn for your anniversary celebration, and for writing such a beautiful review. Of course the only remedy for homesickness is a return visit to your "home away from home." We look forward to it. Aloha nui loa, Kathryn and your Holualoa Inn Ohana

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Reviewed 17 March 2015

Gorgeous property both inside and out with attention to the finer details from landscaping to bedding. We booked the Gardenia Suite and highly recommend it for the amazing views. We have stayed in 5 B&Bs on the big island and this one had one of the nicest interior and exterior with dramatic views and flora. It also seemed to be less personal with a larger staff and guests did not interact as much, which is not a complaint.

Pros:
- Finer details: bedding was luxurious; welcome to room with snacks including coconut macaroons, hand crafted soap, fresh squeezed lilokoi juice for breakfast, windows provided great lightning and open up with pleasant breezes creating indoor/outdoor spaces
- Enjoyed the decor and common spaces to relax, including a fire place and full kitchen for guests.
- Landscaping was done well creating privacy and displayed exotic flowers
- Enjoyed the seemingly tropical noises outside of frogs, and even the chickens, but ear plugs are available in room just in case guests do not
- Location is nice being close to town and the town of Holualoa had nice galleries to visit up the street.
- Nice facilities for laundry, kitchen and outdoor grill

Cons:
- Walls in suite were a little thin as our neighbor came to us and knocked several times to warn us they can hear "everything". Not sure what that meant exactly since we didn't hear too much from them.

Room tip: Gardenia Suite has amazing views.
Date of stay: March 2015
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Holualoa Inn O, Guest Relations Manager at Holualoa Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 22 March 2015

Thank you so much for taking the time to post such a wonderful review. An inspired vision of Polynesian elegance, each room at Holualoa Inn is unique and beautifully appointed. We're thrilled you enjoyed all that our Gardenia Suite (and common areas) have to offer, particularly those breathtaking views and a warm fire on a cold morning. Be sure to let us know if you'd like your own set of our delicious sheets, and we look forward to welcoming you home once more. Aloha nui loa, Kathryn and your Holualoa Inn Ohana

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Reviewed 16 March 2015 via mobile

From the moment we arrived until we left for the airport, my husband and I were enchanted with Holualoa Inn! We flew over to the Big Island for a 5 day getaway from our own rental business in Maui. When you drive up you are greeted with cool towels, a refreshing drink and a little tour of the grounds, common area and your room-such a personal touch! Every morning there is French Press Kona (100%-they grow AND roast their own!) Breakfasts are 5 star, starting with a beautiful fruit plate(grown on property also!) there are snacks in the afternoon after you return from activities which they will arrange as well as restaurant reservations. There are panoramic views of Kona/ocean and a beautiful pool from our room and common areas. Fireplace at nite, very secluded and quiet-like a rainforest and since it's located on a mountain slope, cooler temps than Kona below. The room had all the amenities, immaculately clean, and comfortable linens on the bed which when you plopped down after a long day of exploring you felt amazingly content to nap :)
We will definitely come back again-we highly recommend Holualoa Inn!!

Date of stay: March 2015
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Holualoa Inn O, Guest Relations Manager at Holualoa Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 18 March 2015

Consider Holualoa Inn your Big Island home away from home and our staff your Big Island ohana! We hope you'll come home often. The coffee trees are in bloom today - we call it Kona snow. The smell is so sweet as you stroll through the orchard it's hard to imagine these flowers will turn into our delicious 100% estate Kona coffee. it's still a bit chilly so our fireplace is ablaze and it's a treat to see our guests sitting in front of it with a good "book". Mahalo nui loa for taking the time to post such a wonderful review. We truly appreciate it. Let us know if you want your own set of our yummy sheets and we'll be sure to keep a place for you both at our breakfast table. Aloha nui loa, Kathryn and your Holualoa Inn Ohana

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Reviewed 7 March 2015 via mobile

I don't even know where to begin. My girlfriend and I had the opportunity to stay at the Holualoa Inn for 2 nights after having spent 5 at the Fairmont earlier in the week. This was exactly what we needed and wanted...relation to the fullest, attention to all the finer details, and stay that was truly heavenly.

My expectations were somewhat high given the rave reviews - amazingly enough, you can't really put into words or pictures what this place offers until you stay. Not only did it meet my expectations, it far exceeded them. Here are a few of the amazing things I can share:

The staff - wow wow wow! Crystal, Lindsay and all others went out of their way to make us feel at home and at peace which is often difficult for me coming from the city life of DC. Pleasant, courteous, and helpful, the staff makes this place 5 stars for sure.

Stayed in the Coffee Cherry Room - gorgeous room, very private with uber comfortable bed and sheets!

Breakfast - give it up to Crystal for wowing us each morning with her delightful breakfast...gormet with every bite. And don't forget the coffee - all day every day, this stuff is as good as it gets, fresh from the property.

The atmosphere - zen like. Escape with the charm, beauty, and magic of the Inn. Every nook, chair, spot, is another place to unwind and enjoy the splendor of the Inn and the Big Island.

The view - so pretty, so serene, we actually cancelled our dinner plans the first night, picked up a pizza and ate watching the sunset from the Inn. Extraordinary!

My only regret...we couldn't stay longer. Don't miss out on this place...I honestly can say their isn't a thing I would change.

Date of stay: February 2015
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Holualoa Inn O, Guest Relations Manager at Holualoa Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 14 March 2015

What a pleasure it was to welcome you to Holualoa Inn. We are thrilled that we not only met but exceeded your expectations. While the Big Island offers a wide variety of adventures, great restaurants and beautiful vistas, we as a staff love hearing that our guests truly enjoyed all the Inn has to offer. Much mahalo for all your kind words and for taking the time to post such a wonderful review. Hope you're enjoying your new sheets, and that they are reminding you of your home away from home here on the Big Island of Hawai'i. We look forward to welcoming you home once more. A hui hou, Kathryn and your Holualoa Inn Ohana

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