Title: Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space! Holiday home in Waikoloa with fitness centre and Hot tub ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33937500/33937416/w1914h1071x0y5-51cb8755.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33937500/33937416/36a0a94b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33937500/33937416/1f556848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33937500/33937416/ebf3fa5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33937500/33937416/20b658d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space!. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pool - Gym ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space! Hale 'O Malina is located in beautiful Waikoloa Village. The "Village" as it's affectionately referred to is located just up the road from world class golf courses, pristine beaches, stunning resorts, amazing restaurants and so much more! This home has vaulted ceilings in the family room, an updated kitchen, a/c and ceiling fans throughout. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, including the master. Downstairs is an additional bedroom and bathroom. This home offers your choice of dining inside or outside while taking in the mountain and ocean views. After a long day at the beach, enjoy the convenience of a private outdoor shower. Then relax and unwind in the private outdoor hot tub or sitting around the fire pit. Watch the sunset from the upstairs lanai while grilling up some of our fresh island fish. While staying in Hale 'O Malina, enjoy the use of the community Robert Trent Jones golf course, swimming pool and tennis courts. The village has a full range of services including a grocery store, medical office, banking, gas station, business center, etc. This property has a small apartment on the first floor also known in Hawaii as an "Ohana". The first floor Ohana is primarily used by the owners or their guests. Hawaii, house, hot tub, ocean, deck, patio, garage, quiet, golf, beach, diving, swimming, fishing, sun, yard, private, ocean view, spacious, gourmet kitchen, wifi, cable, 4 bedroom, lanai, sunset, convenient, bbq, quiet, non-smoking, clean, affordable, reviews, warm, tropical, sunbathe, resort, family, kids, child friendly, best location, best beach, family reunion, outdoor shower, fire pit/ ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Optional golf privileges - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20030000/20026800/20026718/c8f8e7a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Family Home, Heated Pool, Yard, Lanai's, Views, Location! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules For guests utilizing "instant booking" please provide information when booking, ie: who will be staying in the home and purpose for your trip. Mahalo! \*Quite hours are between 9pm and 8:00am. \* No shoes or sandals are allowed to be worn in the house as is customary in Hawaii \* Guests smoking in house or on property will be fined $500.00 \*Registered guests only. Parties, events or any extra guests will be fined $500.00 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Home does NOT have any extra child safety items ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number W01367826-03, W01367826-01 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Beautiful Island Home Ocean Views Perfect Family Getaways House Beautiful Island Home Ocean Views Perfect Family Getaways Beautiful Island Home Ocean Views Perfect Family Getaways House Beautiful Island Home Ocean Views Perfect Family Getaways House ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.94728%2C-155.78186&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uY46Ud1WGytElF-52sPCrFzHDbo=) Waikoloa Village, HI #### What's nearby - Waikola Village Golf Club - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles - Kings Shops - 19 min drive - 10.4 miles - Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 24 min drive - 15.8 miles - Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 24 min drive - 12.5 miles - Mauna Kea Beach - 29 min drive - 18.1 miles #### Getting around - Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Smash Daddy’s - ‬6 min drive - ‪Big Island Fireart - ‬6 min drive - ‪Kohala Coffee Co. - ‬6 min drive - ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬20 min drive - ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space! located? > Located in Bluffs, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Waikola Village Golf Club and within 9 miles (15 km) of Waikoloa Kings Golf Course and Waikoloa Beach Golf Course. Queens' Marketplace and Waikoloa Kings' Course are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Catch the Sunset! Beautiful Ocean View Home with A/C, and Lots of Space! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 70 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy H. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway Great stay ##### Tammy H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie-Anne G. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay on Big Island My family stayed here for 5 nights. The house was amazing and offered everything we would need for our stay. The host was very communicative and helpful with any questions that came up. The neighborhood was safe, the view from the lanai was breathtaking, and we wish we could have stayed longer. We highly recommend staying here and hope that we can stay here again one day. ##### Julie-Anne G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy J. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely, large home close to great beaches We stayed with our family of 7 adults. Check in was easy and the home was clean. The bedrooms and bathrooms are large. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking a variety of meals at home. It was great to have beach chairs and gear that we could take to the beach. We would love to stay here again! ##### Stacy J. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darshan P. 28 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family stay in Waikoloa The place was great, very spacious, clean and comfortable. The location was excellent, and we loved the front porch. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a vacation rental in this area! ##### Darshan P. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystal C. 21 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Home My family had an amazing time staying here. The home is beautiful and spacious. It had everything we needed. I would highly recommend this space. It was conveniently located to everything we wanted to see and do. Hapuna Beach is right down the road and we visited twice during our stay. I can't speak highly enough about our stay here. It was perfect in every way. ##### Krystal C. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances C. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home Loved the house and the view. Great location and awesome sunset views from the poarch. Only issue was the ac was not central ac and the one mini split in the main kitchen and livingroom was not adequate. No air in bathrooms abedrooms stay cool if you left on all day ##### Frances C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen D. 18 Jul 2018 #### Great family vacation home! We were able to celebrate a special birthday in this awesome home. The owners were just a text message away and the caretaker Stanton was fast to respond to our silly issues. We felt at home for the week. Looking forward to a return visit. ##### Karen D. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heath K. 11 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Hawaii Stay The house was amazing. The property was exactly as mentioned. The location in our opinion was part of the draw of this. It was away from the coast a little that so it provided a rest from the heat (a little). Overall a great location and house. We will definitely stay there again if we go back to the big island. ##### Heath K. Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen K. 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaiian Paradise We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Hale o Malina! The home was clean and a perfect space for a mid-size family (we had 7 in our party). The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook our meals there. We ate nearly every meal on the BEAUTIFUL wrap around porch that overlooked the ocean. Now let’s talk about the grounds. The whole outside of the house is a tropical paradise! Our boys loved running around the yard looking for geckos, falling coconuts and playing ball. The porch has so many quiet, cozy spaces to soak in the quiet of the neighborhood and beautiful views! The back yard is so relaxing with the fire pit and hot tub. The outdoor shower was a super fun and unique addition-our boys loved cleaning off in there after a long day at the beach. The only slight downside is how far the property is from beach access. It’s a minimum 20 min drive to the local beaches. But it’s also nice to be close to the mountain pass to get to the other side of the island faster than when staying in Kona. Overall, we had an amazing stay and would absolutely stay here again! ##### Kristen K. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura G. 21 Feb 2016 #### WONDERFUL HOME We will treasure our stay in this great home for years to come. The home is beautifully kept up by the onsite tenants. They are helpful and took care of all our needs and even greeted us with fresh sliced pineapple and a gift basket that our children loved. The owner was great to work with as well. I would highly recommend this home and hope to come stay again myself. ##### Laura G. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam N., Boise, ID 27 Oct 2016 #### Great house with nice amenities Great house that was nicely supplied and furnished. Plenty of towels (both bath and beach). Plenty of space and a gorgeous view of the ocean from the lanai. It is quite a distance from Kona, especially with construction, but the local market has everything you need and the very close beaches are some of the best. ##### Adam N. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andreas R. 29 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice place We enjoyed our stay in the house..Everything was nice and clean. We had have a wonderful view to the sunsets from the terrace in the evening. @ Caroline : Thank you for everything.! We will come again as soon as possible. ##### Andreas R. Stayed 21 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawna C. 13 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### Beautiful home This home was gorgeous! It was clean and spacious. It had everything we needed for cooking meals at the house. Neighborhood was very quiet and peaceful. Enjoyed the view off the porch every morning and evening. Sunsets were beautiful! Watching the starts come out in the hot tub was amazing. Would definitely stay again on a return trip to Hawaii. ##### Shawna C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe H. 17 Jul 2017 #### Perfect for our two families! We loved staying at the Hale O'Malina! The size of the home was perfect for two families with two children each. The common area was beautiful and very accommodating. The porch was perfect for watching sunsets after a long day exploring the island. There were lots of beautiful beaches close to the home and plenty of beach chairs for us to use. The hot tub and fire pit were also very inviting several evenings of our stay. Thanks for sharing your wonderful home! I only wish that we had stayed longer. ##### Joe H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy R. 3 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 50th Anniversary Family Celebration Everything was just as presented online only better. The neighborhood was so quiet and the property so well landscaped for privacy as well as tropical beauty that we felt safe and pampered. Everything we needed was provided . We especially enjoyed sunset from the front porch and late nights out back. This was a special week for us as we island hopped. Perfect! ##### Timothy R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### amy s. 3 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GORGEOUS HOME!!!! Caroline’s home is absolutely perfect. So beautiful decorated and the lay out is perfect. Very thoughtfully done. Outdoor areas are just gorgeous. The huge front porch/veranda is the best spot on the property. Gorgeous views and beautiful place to watch the sunset!! I would not hesitate to stay here again. We travelled all over the island. It was the perfect place to come home to after adventuring. Communication was excellent as well. Thank you Caroline for sharing your beautiful home, Mahalo! ##### amy s. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly A. 28 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful rental in great location We loved this rental. The front porch and it view of the ocean was our favorite for both morning coffee and watching the sunset. The house was immaculate and well appointed with appliances and dishes. The refrigerator was immaculate as were dishes but there were a few spices for use. This has been one of our favorite rentals! The pool is usable and just a short drive away b joy it is mostly used for lap swimming by older people. We didn’t feel it was a. Great place for kids to play- fine with us the ocean was amazing and there are day passes available at Hilton Waikoloa. The Waikoloa village grocery store and restaurants are very close. Highly recommend this rental. ##### Kimberly A. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### charles s., Newtown, CT 15 Jan 2016 #### Excellent Rental Home and Location My family consisting of 8 all adult of age stayed at the home for approximately two weeks from the end of December through January of 2016. The home was in great condition and had everything we needed for the time we stayed including kitchen items to beach chairs and cooler. The area was in the ideal location close to beaches and even in a good location to go over to Hilo for the day over the Saddle road or around on the Belt road. There was even a full market (grocery store) within a mile or so which was a huge plus when you needed that one last minute item. We also met the caretaker Stan who stays in another part of the home and was very helpful and friendly. You would not even know Stan was staying there if someone didn't tell you, he was so quiet. Everyone enjoyed the comfort and location of the home and hope to go back soon. Thanks Charlie ##### charles s. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seth R. 27 Feb 2016 #### Heavenly Hale O Malina This is a beautiful and well appointed home. Everything about this place speaks of relaxation and encourages the aloha spirit that should permeate a vacation to Hawaii. The house was well equipped to meet all of our needs and upon arrival we were greeted with some delicious fresh pineapple and other treats. The rooms are spacious and the outside areas are fantastic. The neighborhood was very quiet making it very easy to relax and get great rest. There is a great ocean view from the lanai, which by the way is a great place to enjoy and evening meal. There is no A/C but with the Waikoloa breezes A/C is not necessary. The owner is very responsive and was sure to check in on us via email to ensure we were enjoying our stay. The location of the house is great for getting to many places on the Big Island. The Kohala beaches (Hapuna, Mauna Kea, Waialea, etc..) are within a short drive away, access to the new saddle road over to Hilo is close, and Waimea is likewise a short drive away. My family loved it and would highly recommend Hale O Malina to anyone. ##### Seth R. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason P. 6 Dec 2016 #### Amazing House with a lot of Amenities!!! It was perfect. Not one issue. As a family, we always rent a house and this was the best house we have ever rented. We used every amenity. Propane grill, outdoor shower, propane fire pit, hot tub, lanai, beach towels, cooler, boogie boards, beach chairs, toaster, Blu-ray, books and popcorn bowl. There was a gift basket and a trey of pineapples for us. There is a lot of room for everyone to have their own space. My space was the round swivel chair and ottoman in the corner and the downstairs bed and bath. This place is very clean and organized. I could not think of one thing that I needed that it did not have. Driving home at night was amazing because the house is lit up. The palm trees have string lights around them that you can see from down the hill. The market and Gas station are 5 minutes away at the entrance of the complex. Kona is only 45 minutes away. Hapuna Beach is less than 15 minutes away. Hilo is an hour and 15 away. Waimea is 30 minutes away. Waimea is a small town that reminded us of Texas. They have a few stores that are actually cheaper then the touristy Kona. Tex Drive In is 45 minutes away. Not a theater but great food. We are from Chicago so we had no issue with the drive times, construction or the wind. I would love to go back for another week. ##### Jason P. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kathleen O. 24 Oct 2016 #### Wonderful home with an excellent sunset! Our family had a great time staying in this home. It was cozy, clean and tastefully decorated. The outside lanai was wonderful for happy hour, dinners, sipping coffee in the morning. Everyone felt comfortable here. Nice kitchen for breakfast, making our lunches for our daily excursions and dinners. We were worried that there was no air conditioning in the house, but as the owners noted once you open the windows in the late afternoon everything cools off nicely. There is always a good breeze and the overhead fans and standing fans in the rooms help greatly. The beach chairs were such a great addition. Just a couple of notes, the downstairs bathroom/bedroom is nice and quiet, secluded. The shower head is not good, it took an extra 10 minutes or more just to try and get the shampoo/conditioner out of my hair. It seems like it sprays here and there. Also, it would be nice if there was a small dresser in the bedroom or something build into the closet. We weren't really able to unpack and just had stuff everywhere by the end of the week. The last night my sister-in-law was going to use the hot shower outside and the fire pit. She couldn't get hot water in the shower and I don't think there was any gas in the fire pit. And the last thing, just take note it does take about 20 minutes to get out the main road. That was unfortunate, but if you are going to make the best of things during your visit it takes time to get anywhere on the Island, just factor this in. The last part are just little things...most importantly this house is wonderful, I would stay here again! ##### Kathleen O. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie & David B., Canada 25 Jan 2018 #### Wow, just WOW! After a week in a beautiful condo in Kauai we arrived on the Big Island with high expectations for this property and were not disappointed. We were greeted with a thoughtful gift basket and fresh cut pineapple which was perfect as we arrived at 7pm and had some hungry kids! Luckily there was a grocery store just a few minutes away so we picked up some frozen pizzas to hold us over until our Costco run the next day. Unfortunately it was pitch black out so we had to wait until morning for the big reveal of the view – it was worth the wait. The condo was spacious, impeccably clean, beautifully decorated, well equipped and homey. We were 4 adults and 4 kids (ages 4, 3, 3, and 1). The kids loved having a front yard to run in and once even timed it when the sprinklers were on! They also thought the outdoor shower was so cool (as did us adults) so much so, that once we tried it, we didn’t shower in the house again! The hot tub was a great treat – no kiddos allowed but we just told them it was broken and they were oblivious to us using it after their bedtime. Driveway even had a basketball hoop which was too big for the kids but one day we both pulled up to the house with sleeping kids in the car so we parked in the driveway with all the windows down and us adults played 21 while we waited for them to wake up. A short drive to the coast is Waikoloa Village Resort – home to two shopping centres (Kings/Queens), the Hilton Luau (definitely recommend booking) and A-Bay Beach. We hit up Rainbow Falls, Punaluu Black Sand Beach and Kailua-Kona on roadtrip days. The caretakers live on the ground level and we ran into Stanton a couple times during our stay. Was great chatting with him and we knew we could count on him. The owner Caroline was also great – just a text away if we needed anything and always quick to respond. Not a single complaint from us the whole time and price is perfectly set for this place. The only things that would have been nice to have were some plastic plates and cups sized for little people (IKEA has cheap sets) and a perch chair for the table. We packed our Guzzie and Guss and it worked perfect at the kitchen table for our 1yr old as it was a high table/chair set. They are inexpensive, small to store and easy to wash at the end of your stay – might be a nice addition to this rental but definitely not necessary for everyone. If we ever end up on the Big Island again, checking Hale ‘O Malina’s availability would be first on our list. ##### Stephanie & David B. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher M. 24 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for a family vacation The house has everything a family needs for a great vacation. Communication with the property manager is also top notch. We would definitely stay here again on our next trip to the Bog Island. ##### Christopher M. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brent L. 15 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time The place was very nicely setup and communication with the manager was very good. We enjoyed the house and the front porch. ##### Brent L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave H. 30 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and quiet neighborhood Beautiful place on the hillside. Wonderful breeze and gorgeous house! ##### Dave H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023