Guesthouse vacation rentals in South Kona

Fantastic and lovely location and walkable to great snorkeling as well as petroglyphs and coastal walks. Also short drive (or bike ride) to great swimming and/or body surfing beaches. Also a nice laid back little neighborhood store near by. The place is sweet and feels like a wonderful tropical paradise. Loved having an outdoor shower (& indoor, too!) and it was nice to have AC in bedroom for sleeping. But ceiling fans also keep the temperature comfortable! Highly recommended!

Everything was clean and organized in this place. Actually turned out to be more spacious that we thought. While the place is clean, people staying should expect to sweep once a day simply because of the location and if you like to have the windows open as we did. Again, not a complaint or reflection on the host, simply what is needed in the country area! Our stay was perfect. Oksana was always east to get ahold of and always accommodating. Kitchen was great, beds are nice and washer/dryer setup is quite new! We definitely recommend to anyone wanting to visit Hawaii, experience her beauty and enjoy sleeping quietly outside of "tourist" hustle and bustle. Lastly, the stars are absolutely stunning as well as the moon over the ocean!

A great little hideaway. It's out of the way from any busy area, there is a great restaurant nearby. The garden was full of plant life which was great to walk round and see. Lovely and quiet and peaceful

Had a lovely stay at Mark and Sharon’s. Was there for a 12-day cleanse at nearby Angel Farms. It was quiet and comfortable. The only caution I would offer is that the internet connection is hit or miss. Which wasn’t a big deal for me. But if that is something that is critical for you, then maybe this isn’t the best spot. Otherwise, 5-Stars!

Very nice and responsive host, the house is spacious for a family and the views of the night sky is very beautiful too!

We stayed just one quick night here after landing on the island. It was a great little space. Very clean, seemed brand new, convenient to town, and you could see the ocean from the cute front porch. The bed was very soft, like a cloud you melted into. Normally I don't like soft beds but this one was nice. It is a stand alone space but wasn't quite as private/secluded as I thought. In case someone wanted more privacy, but it wasn't an issue for us. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again!

This place is awesome! Karen and Ron are so kind and have built/designed this place with such passion! It’s darling! Note that it does have open spaces to the elements as noted. You may be in the company of a gecko or spider- but being in Hawaii, you encounter the same all over. We did not have issues with mosquitoes at all. The serenity you feel at this place is beyond anything! Steps from Manini and kayak rentals is convenient- and totally shouldn’t be missed. Ron and Karen are super friendly and attentive and gave us a bunch of things to do. Morning coffee on the porch or a sunrise walk to the beach- nothing better! This place is a gem!

A nice rural experience, very peaceful and comfortable!

We had a wonderful time staying at Beverly’s guest house! Beverly and Gerry are great hosts. We loved visits from their friendly dogs, Zack and Tibbey, walking down to see the goats, chickens and cow and just exploring their 44 acres. The personal touches of fresh eggs, pancake fixings, snacks and chocolates were so thoughtful. Being able to pick lemons and oranges was also a plus! Surrounded by natural beauty of the property, views of the ocean and Mauna Kea made it truly feel like paradise!! It is the perfect place to unwind and relax. Thank you Beverly and Gerry for a marvelous week and can’t wait to come back for a longer stay!

Welcoming and friendly on-site hosts, nice open air kitchen and dining area for meals, central location for west side of island, and a place that now feels like an island home away from home.

We had a great stay at Andrew’s place. It was extremely clean with great amenities, and convenient to beaches, gym, supermarkets (less than 15 minutes) and quiet and peaceful. Andrew let us borrow his beach equipment (chairs, umbrella etc) which was really helpful. It is also only about ten minutes to a coffee plantation, and convenient for day-trips including to Mauna Kea (about an hour drive). I highly recommend this AirB&B.

helpful host and nice house. Everything is perfect except for some cockroaches intruders. Highly recommended for those who love immersive experience in nature but also want to be close to amenities like restaurants and stores.

Stayed for a couple days to be close to the park and was totally worth it! Under 10 mins allowed us to come back for lunch and go back out to explore! We had three days full of rain but the overhead deck with fire place made it all cozy!

The view is incredible. It’s a few degrees cooler than Kailua-Kona so it is more comfortable. Michael and Amanda are great hosts and the most enjoyable to talk with. The French Press was a unique touch that shows they go above and beyond to provide a peaceful relaxing environment.

Me and my brother had a wonderful stay. Shelley was super friendly and very responsive. The location is great to get away from the heat and noise from the town as well. Kudos for the Wilson brothers!

We felt right at home at Viktor & Julie's place, which was perfect for the three of us. The home was very comfortable and equipped with all the amenities we needed, plus a thoughtful touch with complimentary fresh fruit upon arrival. The BBQ and backyard were fantastic, offering a stunning view of the ocean sunset. The location was great, with a short drive to a beautiful beach for snorkeling and close proximity to the Captain Cook monument. A rental car is essential, but the drive to Kona, the green sand beach, black sand beach, and Volcano National Park was relatively short and scenic. The family was friendly and respectful of our privacy. After our original lodging fell through, we made last-minute reservations, and this was my favorite spot. Would definitely stay again!

Nicholas was a great host and went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable. I highly recommend staying at his place.

Joe was super friendly and easy to communicate with. The pool and hot tub are as amazing as they look in photos! The landscaping is beautiful and we had the entire outdoor area completely to ourselves the entire time.

We loved our stay at Julya's place! The lanai is everything! I will definitely try to stay here next time I'm in Kona.

This was exactly what we were looking for -- a place that felt remote, but was still close to downtown Hilo, and a place with animals! It was such a perk to be able to interact with the cows, chickens, birds, and dogs. Gathering snacks from the fruit trees was also a bonus! The property is serene, and the house cozy but spacious. Lots of extras are provided, if needed, such as coolers and boogie boards. The beds were comfy and the showers were 10/10! Debbie is also super accommodating. We would definitely stay here again!

A quiet, cool spot to get away from the crowds and beach area. We enjoyed the temp drop when you climb in elevation to the house. The area seemed very safe and I never worried about theft or trouble. Nice area with nice people around the house. You will be about 20 minutes from Costco and are at a central starting point to go north or south. We didn't spend a whole lot of time at the house other than to sleep and be out enjoying the Big Island.

I would absolutely stay at The Ohana again. It’s a charming and super comfortable space. I loved sitting on the porch in the evening in the lovely garden, listening to the coqui frogs. Bonus, the location is killer. A short drive to a cute tiny town with coffee shops and restaurants, and a short ride to several gorgeous beach options.

We was really happy and love the amazing view. We had everything what we needed and it was perfect to have beach Chairs and sun umbrella. We come back…Thanks🤙🏝️🌤️

Perfect for what we needed. Thank u!