Bed & Breakfasts offer a setting that is more intimate that that of the resorts or hotels and are a wonderful way to get to know the island.
At the moment we only list a few local B&B’s on this page. Take a look below to see if one of our recommendations is to your liking. If you don’t see anything that is to your preference you can also have a look at the Hawaiian Islands section on the Vrbo website1. Make sure to browse the reviews and not only trust on ‘star ratings’ because the best information on such big listing sites is often hidden in the comments!
Bed & Breakfasts in and near Kailua-Kona
Honu Kai
Honu Kai B&B is a beautiful B&B 3 miles (8 minutes by car) above Kailua-Kona on the slopes of the Hualalai volcano. Their rooms are set on a lush tropical 1.3 acre estate close to a few Kona coffee farms. This is an upscale B&B with luxury amenities such as an on-property garden jacuzzi and sun deck.
According to their website, your visit to Big Island will be filled with “Aloha Spirit” in this plantation style Bed & Breakfast along with concierge class service you would expect in a boutique hotel.
More information at the Honu Kai website.
Lanai lounge with fire pit at the Honu Kai B&B. Image credit: Honu Kai B&B
Bed & Breakfasts on the Southern Kona Coast
The Kaʻawa Loa Plantation above Kealakekua Bay
The Kaʻawa Loa Plantation is a Bed and Breakfast on the grounds of a 5-acre coffee and tropical fruit farm. They are located 8 miles South of Kailua-Kona in the heart of the Kona Coffee Belt on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi at an elevation of 1,200 feet. This has the twin benefit of temperate temperatures and fantastic views over the ocean and Kealakekua Bay.
This B&B gets raving reviews for their location, their warm hospitality, and their great breakfast. They offer both rooms and a suite in the main house, and a private cottage located on the B&B terrain.
The more affordable rooms are equipped with a twin bed (beds can be put together & be made as a king) with a toilet and sink just next door down in the hall, while the suite includes a queen bed and private bathroom. You can read more about this room and see some great photos here.
Evening view from the back Lanai of the Kaʻawa Loa plantation.
Where to stay along the Kona coast for families, first timers, solo travelers, active travelers, beach bums, and repeat visitors
Our “Where to Stay on the Kona Coast for ANY budget” guide gives recommendations for families, first timers, solo travelers, active travelers, beach bums, and repeat visitors, and lists suggestions on high-end, mid-range, and budget-friendly places to stay.
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