Ainamalu
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Ainamalu is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Waikoloa on Hawaii’s Big Island, at the entrance to Waikoloa Beach Resort road. The home is described as the Kalani model and has views toward Mauna Kea, whose summit may be snow-capped in winter.
Home & Amenities
The home has four-zone central air conditioning, ceiling fans, a covered furnished lanai with a Weber gas grill, and a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, dishwasher, gas stove and oven, microwave, and rice cooker. A Murphy bed can accommodate two additional guests; a washer and dryer with detergent, high-speed Wi-Fi, cable, Netflix, and TVs in the living room and main bedroom are also listed. Hotel Collection linens, Turkish towels, and Keurig and drip coffee makers with coffee, tea, and cocoa are provided.
Setting & Access
Ainamalu is in Waikoloa, with Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport listed about 28.8 km away; the property description gives an approximately 20-minute drive from that airport. Waimea-Kohala Airport is listed about 21.4 km away, and Hilo International Airport about 87.7 km away. Nearby listings include Waikoloa Road @ Hwy 19 and Waikoloa Village Heliport, each roughly 0.8 km away and categorized as bus stations in the supplied place data.
Nearby Dining
Nearby dining options include King's Bistro Restaurant at Kings' Land, about 1.0 km away, and Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar, about 1.5 km away. HāLani and Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club are each roughly 2.2 km away, while Kona Biscuit Company is about 2.8 km away and Lava Lava Beach Club about 3.6 km away.
Best for
The three-bedroom layout, Murphy bed for two additional guests, kitchen, washer and dryer, and kid-friendly designation make Ainamalu a practical fit for families or small groups seeking a home-style stay. It may also suit travelers who value a covered lanai, grill, and a Waikoloa base for exploring the Big Island’s west side.
Travel tips
The property description estimates about a 20-minute drive from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport; the airport is listed approximately 28.8 km away, so confirm your route and allow for travel conditions. A car may be useful for reaching the listed restaurants and exploring the area; the nearby Waikoloa Road and Waikoloa Village listings are categorized as bus stations in the supplied location data, but transit details are not provided.
What guests say
The supplied review excerpts praise the lanai views and mention an outdoor shower as a favorite feature. One reviewer describes the home as matching its description and pictures and as a good family base for west-side beaches. The same excerpt was supplied twice, so these comments should not be taken as a broad range of recurring review themes; no negative themes appear in the excerpts provided. The public rating is 5 from 63 reviews.
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