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Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price!

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Hale Hanai
Kitchen and Dining Room
Dining Room and Living Room
Upstairs Living Room
California King Canopy Bed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, Kapahukapu Manini Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Island Bees
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Alii Room

1 King Bed

Dolphin Room

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed

Volcano Room

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price!

PLEASE NOTE: DURING THE HOLIDAYS, FROM DECEMBER 15 TO JANUARY 1, WE REQUIRE AT LEAST A TWO-WEEK BOOKING.

"Pathway of the Gods" is the meaning of the name given by ancient Hawaiians to Kealakekua Bay. Five hundred feet from the bay, nestled among the palm trees and fragrant plumeria blossoms is the site of your next vacation. Let us "Big Isle" you!

Hale Hanai is a family-friendly two-story vacation rental home that will give you a taste of old Hawaii, away from the crowds, with a large private yard abounding in fragrant flowers, bananas, and coconuts. 'Hanai' is a word Hawaiians use to designate adopted family. While staying in our home, you are our adopted family.

Upstairs, Mom and Dad can relax and enjoy their own private living room with views of the bay. The Alii (royalty) room is furnished with a California King bamboo canopy bed, a seating area, and a lanai from which to view some of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. There is a fully equipped kitchen and a dining room with a table that seats eight, as well as a china hutch with dishes for that special meal.

Downstairs, there is a separate living room and a small dining table to enjoy a sandwich or snack. The Sandcastle Sanctuary has a queen-size bed and a built-in daybed, perfect to accommodate Grandma and Grandpa or a married child and spouse. The built-in daybed is wonderful for a younger child, and it also makes a great place to sit and enjoy a book while the ocean breezes rustle the curtains and wash your cares away. There is even a portable crib ready for a napping baby, if needed. The Volcano Room sports a double bed, and the decor has been heavily influenced by Madame Pele, the goddess of fire. The Shark Tank Den has a twin bed with aquatic decor that is very kid-friendly. Two queen-size sleeper sofas (one upstairs, one down) round out the sleeping arrangements.

Across the bay is the historic Captain Cook monument that marks the place where the famous explorer met his untimely end. Spinner Dolphins visit the bay almost daily, and there is unparalleled snorkeling in this marine sanctuary. After a day of sightseeing or kayaking in the bay, the outdoor shower will wash away the sand along with your cares. The barbecue awaits, as you dine outdoors on the two picnic tables as the sun sets on another perfect day in paradise.

Please note that we have a two-week minimum policy for bookings during the Christmas holidays, from December 15 to January 1.

Keywords: House, Hale Hanai, Kealakekua Bay, Captain Cook, Napoopoo, Kona, Family

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number TA-161-687-3472-01, W01204638-01

About the area

Captain Cook

Captain Cook is home to this holiday home. Kona Country Club and Holua Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Kealakekua Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Island Bees and Bay View Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Captain Cook, HI

What's nearby

  • Kapahukapu Manini Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Island Bees - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Puʻuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 21 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 53 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kona Chips - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shack - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price!?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price! on 30 August 2026 start from NZ$1,187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hale Hanai - Proximity to the ocean without the beachfront price! located?

This family-friendly Captain Cook holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Kealakekua Bay, Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and Hikiau Heiau State Monument. Big Island Bees and Kapahukapu Manini Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dominic M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location! Quiet neighborhood, easy walk to beach and snorkeling. House is clean and comfortable and a perfect get away from busier areas of town. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the host was very nice and communicated with us due to the bad weather during our entire stay here which was obviously out of her control.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

B. Noelani I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan is great! Great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Be

Great location and house to stay in! Had everything we needed and was clean! Susan was a great host as well making sure we knew all about the volcano eruption making sure we didn’t miss it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snorkel heaven!

We had a great stay - walking distance to snorkeling, and our hosts were lovely!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Haley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot in an amazing neighborhood

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Captain Cook. The house is comfortable and clean, with great toys for kids! The beach park access walking distance from the house was really nice.
Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The proximity to Manini Beach is magical. Susan went above and beyond to make our stay special, including putting out toys for our kids to play with on arrival. The kids adored the shark and volcano rooms. We loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan, the property host, was always so friendly and quick to respond. The home was spacious for our group and we loved the location. We used Ehu and Kai to rent kayaks, which was a two minute drive or very walkable, to paddle to Captain Cook's Monument and snorkeled there. We also took advantage of Honaunau to visit the historical park and snorkel right near it. Incredible snorkeling with spinner dolphins around, sea turtle, eels and such. Really beautiful. The only ding to the home is a the lack of air conditioning. They do provide ceiling fans in the bedrooms and fans in sitting areas. We loved our time there and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loraine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

Great location, great host, house big enough to give each of us some room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rengisol1

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of paradise

We stayed at Hale - Hanai with my husband, children, parents, mother in law and daughter's boyfriend. The house was spacious and clean. It was very convenient to have access to a washer and dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

Nice home with a good location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maui Landscape S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Accommodating

Susan is a great host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamilla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zen

We were a group staying together and attending a Zen retreat in Captain Cook. The location was perfect, a short drive to our retreat and a very short walk to the ocean. Susan was wonderful and very responsive to our needs. We had a beautiful time here. Mahalo
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

Great location and lots of room for our guests. Great kitchen and back yard space!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family trip to Hawaii

We had such a good time and Susan took good care of us. Made us feel welcome and like family. Gave great recommendations. We didn't realize the prop
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and perfect for families

Our family’s stay at Hale Hanai consisted of three generations - grandparents, adult children, and two grandchildren. There was plenty of room for everyone in the two-level home set in a tropical setting very close to Kealakekula Bay. Everyone enjoyed the stay there. Our host, Susan, was very accommodating and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hope to return!

The house is a 2min walk from the bay, manini beach, and the kayak launch. Perfect place to be!! The home is beautiful and accomodating for family groups. Highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Great Time

Wonderful house and wonderful host. We loved every minute of our time.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaii

We had a great time staying here. The house was very nice and clean. It is well stocked with everything you need. Susan was a great host-greeted us with a basket full of yummy treats as well as a basket with toiletries in case we had forgotten anything. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alaskans in the Islands

We were a group of nine people, three generations (grandparents, parents, kids), from two different states. This venue allowed us comfortable sleeping quarters for all and other living space for board games, movies, dining, and plotting out our next trip to beautiful near-by beaches. Our host provided us with a small pool for the 3-year-old and toys and books galore. In short: great place, great location, great support. Mahalo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabella L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot minutes from the beach

Susan was an incredible and hospitable! Her home was lovely and well cared for and we very much enjoyed our stay. It was a great spot for my 4 year old daughter as well she enjoyed the toys Susan had pulled out and books as well! We really appreciate being able to stay here and my mom is already looking to go back to the Big Island again and stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place to enjoy Big Island

We came as a group of 8 people and it was very enjoyable visit. The house is big and has enough space for everybody. Susan is an excellent host, takes good care of her guests and communication is very easy. I would recommend for anyone who wants to come as a group. Thank you Susan for making our visit so enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The property was amazing! Both the house and yard were so inviting. Loved the gorgeous landscape and how close we were to the water. The host was wonderful. She knew this was a surprise Christmas gift for our kids and set up a darling Christmas tree inside the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Upstairs downstairs perfect for our 11

5 minute walk to the ocean. 10 minute drive to 2-step. 10 minute drive to Capt Cook trailhead. A nice base for vacation. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Loved this property - the location, just above Manini Beach, was perfect for morning walks. Loved the little fruit stands along the wayl Susan was very helpful and generous. Our 3-year old grandson loved all the toys. Lots of games and beach equipment. There were 11 of us and we all fit!! Thanks for a wonderful stay, Susan.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Curtis

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Thom is retired from being a Sociology professor at the University of Hawaii in Hilo. Susan is a writer. We got married in 2000, after having both lost our spouses. Between us we have six children and thirteen grandchildren. We love to travel and see the world, and we love to stay home and enjoy the beautiful islands of Hawaii.

Why they chose this property

We turned the former family home into a vacation rental. The family enjoyed being close to the ocean when we lived there. A transfer to the other side of the island for employment changed our residence, and this was a solution that allowed us to keep a home we all loved.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy staying at Hale Hanai whenever it isn't rented. We spend most weekends there and whatever other time we are able. It makes a wonderful writing retreat and a great place for us to invite friends and family from the mainland. We love the historic bay with the snorkeling and the dolphins. We love the quiet feel of old Hawaii. We enjoy sharing the home with travelers for a memorable visit to Hawaii's best kept secret - the Big Island.

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