"Hale Maluhia" - Cottage with expansive ocean views in central Kailua Kona.
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Hale Maluhia is a hosted private cottage in central Kailua-Kona, set on a green hillside with expansive views across a valley to the ocean. The setting is described as peaceful and tucked away from the busier town area, while still only minutes from Kailua-Kona and historic Holualoa. Its public rating is 5 from 240 reviews.
Accommodation
The private accommodation has one bedroom and one and a half bathrooms, with a king-size bed, television, closet, and wireless internet. The interior is described as modern and detailed, with granite or koa countertops and shelves, antique Indonesian doors, and artwork by local artists.
Outdoor Living
A large covered lanai (deck) has two outdoor seating areas, a dining table and chairs, and a grill. Guests highlight the ocean outlook and evening sunsets, with breezes making the lanai a favored place to relax.
Amenities
The cottage includes a kitchen with a microwave and oven stove, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and a washer. Other listed amenities include an ironing board, smoke-free accommodation, and free parking.
Nearby
Kailua-Kona dining options are roughly 2.8–4.0 km away, including Huggo's, On the Rocks, Kai Eats + Drinks, Fish Hopper Kona, Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill, and Kona Brewing Co. Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is about 14.8 km away; Waimea-Kohala Airport is about 51.5 km away and Hilo International Airport about 96.3 km away.
Best for
This cottage suits couples or solo travelers looking for a private, scenic base near Kailua-Kona, with a king bed, full kitchen, washer, and covered lanai with ocean views. It is also a good fit for guests who want a quieter hillside setting but plan to drive into town for restaurants and activities.
Travel tips
Plan on having a car for getting around: the cottage has free parking, and the nearest listed airport, Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, is about 14.8 km away. Kailua-Kona restaurants listed nearby are approximately 2.8–4.0 km away, while the source describes town as only minutes away. The rental information notes that a 10.25% TA tax, 4.712% GE tax, and county surcharge are additional to the nightly rate.
What guests say
Guests repeatedly praise the sweeping ocean views, sunset outlook, spacious covered lanai, and the cottage's privacy in a lush, quiet setting near Kailua-Kona. Reviews also describe the interior as clean, modern, and well equipped, and note helpful, responsive communication from the host. The king bed, extra half bath, and laundry are mentioned as useful comforts. One practical drawback raised is the nightly coqui frog chorus, which light sleepers may find noisy.
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