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Great location!

Review of Kona Tiki Hotel
5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 02 Mar 2024
Spent a week at the Kona Tiki Hotel. A small boutique place overlooking the ocean. If you like the sound of crashing waves when you sleep and a clean and spacious room this is the place for you. A beautiful salt water pool overlooking the ocean with amazing sunsets is the icing on the cake. We walked to town at night for great meals. Slightly longer than I expected but for this place it is worth it. Loved it there.
Date of stay: February 2024
Room Tip: Great location . Listen to the sound of crashing waves and enjoy the sunsets Fromm the pool deck.
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 12 Mar 2024
Many mahalos for your review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Much aloha to you ... a hui hou :)
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Reviewed 2 February 2024 via mobile

Only five minutes drive from the centre of Kona is a wonderful little hotel. It is perched on the rocks overlooking the ocean and the surf rolls onto the seawall just outside your room. Every room has a balcony, a kitchenette ie microwave, toaster, kettle and utensils. There’s no maid service but linen is replaced when used. They have a car park which is small but convenient. The pool is just behind the seawall and is long enough to swim laps if you want. They lend out boggy boards, snorkel gear, have an ice machine and Barbeque.

But the view!

Breakfast on the balcony each morning was a memory I will cherish.

Don’t tell your friends about this great place, on the Big Island that has everything that Oahu has lost.

Room tip: Rooms 205,206,305,306 would have the best aspect.
Date of stay: January 2024
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Kona Tiki Manager, Owner at Kona Tiki Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 12 March 2024

Ssshhhh ;) Yes, Big Island is very different than Oahu in all the right ways, and we are so glad you enjoyed our slice of old-school Hawaii :) Thanks for sharing your experience - please come again!

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Reviewed 30 October 2023 via mobile

Charming hotel with great ocean views and surf. There's no TV, no phone, no a/c in the room, but that's okay. Crashing surf 20' from the room, cute furnishings, welcoming hostess, and close to many restaurants and shops. They want you to be present in the moment, not hanging out in your room.

Room tip: Parking is crowded, bring a plug in charger for your phone, keep your sliders open and sleep to the crashing surf outside!
Date of stay: October 2023
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Reviewed 18 October 2023

This place is an absolute slice of heaven! I stayed here for five days, and I had such a wonderful stay that it was hard to leave at the end. The room was beautiful and had everything I needed, plus the bed was super comfortable. The ocean view right from my door was amazing, and I loved falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the waves. The pool is just perfect, overlooking the ocean, and it was a great place to sit and relax in the morning before I headed out. I also caught the best sunset from my own private balcony. It was pure bliss, and if I return to Kona, I will definitely stay at Kona Tiki again! Thank you for an incredible stay!!

Date of stay: October 2023
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Kona Tiki Manager, Owner at Kona Tiki Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 19 October 2023

Mahalo for choosing Kona Tiki Hotel and your glowing review! It was our pleasure to welcome you and we are delighted you enjoyed your stay to the fullest. Looking forward to the opportunity to welcome you again in the future, A hui hou!

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Reviewed 13 August 2023

Awesome place to stay! Great views of the sea, beautiful sunsets. Great amenities and such a comfortable bed! Would definitely recommend and would definitely go back! Great location as well, close to restaurants and great beaches!

Date of stay: July 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Kona Tiki Manager, Owner at Kona Tiki Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 14 August 2023

Mahalo for choosing Kona Tiki for your Big Island stay, we appreciate your support and kind review. A hui hou.

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Reviewed 8 July 2023

The onsite staff were very respectful, attentive and prompt. The rooms, beds and amenities made it feel like we were truly on vacation! Hearing the sound of the ocean waves at night was very soothing. The reef surrounding the hotel was filled with vibrant colors from the ocean life. Definitely would stay at this location whenever we decide to visit the Big Island! Looking forward to next time!

Date of stay: June 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Thank Kyle S
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Kona Tiki Manager, Owner at Kona Tiki Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 8 July 2023

Delighted to see you enjoyed your stay with us and our "backyard aquarium". Mahalo for for such a great review and kind words. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you again.

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