Hawaii Island Retreat

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Luxury
4.0 star property
8.0

Very good

Upscale boutique hotel near Kamehameha Park

Located close to Kenjis House, Hawaii Island Retreat provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a library. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and ecotours at this hotel. Indulge in a body wrap, a facial, and a massage at Maluhia Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Ula Ula Dining Room, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and conference space. Free WiFi in public areas and a hot tub are available to all guests.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a balcony with chairs.

Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, and a view of trees through a window.

Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Luxury Tent

A cozy tented accommodation with two beds, a wicker chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Luxury Tent

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View

A small, modern house with a tiled roof, a glass door entrance, and a patio area with chairs and a table.

Deluxe Bungalow, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Kapaau, Hawaii Island Retreat is in the historical district and near the beach. Kohala Historical Sites State Monument and Mookini Heiau are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kamehameha Park and Pololu Valley Overlook. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Kenjis House. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby. Visit our Kapaau travel guide
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250, Lokahi Road, Kapaau, HI, 96755

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a row of blue umbrellas.
    Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
    41 min drive - 48.9 km
  • An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, golf course, and residential buildings.
    Mauna Kea Beach
    44 min drive - 48.9 km
  • A sunset over the ocean with waves on a sandy beach.
    Waialea Beach
    46 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Kamehameha Park
    6 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Big Island Eco Adventures 2
    15 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • King's View Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Gill's Lanai
    7 min drive
  • Fresh Off The Grid
    16 min drive
  • Kohala Rainbow Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Pomaika’i Cafe
    7 min drive

About this property

Hawaii Island Retreat

  • Upscale boutique hotel near Kamehameha Park
  • Located close to Kenjis House, Hawaii Island Retreat provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and a library. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and ecotours at this hotel. Indulge in a body wrap, a facial, and a massage at Maluhia Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Ula Ula Dining Room, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and conference space. Free WiFi in public areas and a hot tub are available to all guests.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • Supervised childcare (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and free bottled water.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
    • Outdoor showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and communal kitchens

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hawaii Island Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hawaii Island Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawaii Island Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawaii Island Retreat?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hawaii Island Retreat located?

This family-friendly Kapaau hotel is located by the ocean, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kamehameha Park and Kenjis House. Kohala Historical Sites State Monument and Pololu Valley Overlook are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hawaii Island Retreat Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel ever

Place different from the pictures on the web site. 10 min driving in the jungle to reach the place, no signals. Hosted in a TENT, no room shower, no hot water, dirty room, gym dirty with birds excrements. Poor breakfast (additional 25$ per person), no orange juice, no eggs, flying insects on the food. Worm in the shared shower ..... We booked 3 nights, after 1 night we left asked for reimbursement, hotel refused claiming that is expedia problem. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property or should I say land was way more then expected. It’s private, secluded and overall just beautiful. if your looking for a real taste, feel, site, peace and privacy of the island with immaculate views this is the ying to your yang. This is a real retreat with real beautiful souls from the island that host here. They are kind caring & respectful and cool as f*** here! Me & my husband spent our honeymoon here we’re a union in our early 30s looking for some peaceful us time & we definitely found it here! if u want to travel near by resorts for a commercial feel u can do that with a car but even if you don’t have a car the people here so helpful u will never feel lost. This is much more then a vacation it’s a second home !!!! 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Hawaiin Island Retreat

This is the place for total relazation and satisfaction to the core. All of your dreams are liable to come true in this seren atmosphere of pure peace. You enjoy a vast amount of the island in this secluded retreat that makes you want to run away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Staff not available, dirt road the last 3 or so mi

We did decided not to stay in this hotel because all the rooms were empty and the recepcionist was getting ready to leave around 6 pm and dogs were on the loose. Overall not a good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A real getaway.

The Hawaii Retreat is just like the name suggests. It is a quiet, wonderful hideaway where you can relax and enjoy the comforts of warm weather, ocean waves, lush vegetation, and luxurious surroundings. The surround area has family run restaurants and boutiques in the small villages along the coast. We loved being away from the glitzy resorts and commercialized regions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing find. Very relaxing.

We stayed in a yurt. Clean. No tv or other distractions. Wonderful pool, 50 acre exploration, awesome food. Staying in a yurt is a fun experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Kept Secret?

A truly wonderful stay - the accommodations (Violet Room), the food (Mo and Rebekah are fantastic chefs!), the staff, and the grounds were all superb! My only regret is that we didn't have more time to rest and explore the beautiful grounds.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
L'hôtel est très retiré, son accès est difficile. La piscine est loin des chambres. Les horaires du breakfeast restent aléatoires et au bon vouloir de la gérante. Si les chambres sont confortables, l'hôtel reste bien loin de l'image qu'ilveut donner.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved Being Off The Grid

Hard to imagine a place more lovely that generates it's own electricity! The facilities are top notch. We stayed in one of the yurts but did get to see one of the exquisite hotel rooms. (Next time we'll stay in one - balcony facing the ocean! ) The yurt experience was mighty fine. King size bed, shower room not 10 feet away. Pool & hot tub just down the path. If you're looking for snobby around the clock room service, this is not the place for you. If you want to be left alone in a fabulous slice of paradise - this is it! The staff is lovely - especially Rebecca, who served up a gorgeous dinner and breakfast. And, the north end of the Big Island is lovely. Turn off your phones and disconnect. Connect to you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful, wonderful,wonderful.....so very relaxing. Beautiful setting, We will be back. Have recommended it to many of our friends,.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Insel der Ruhe und Entspannung

Es war der perfekte Abschluss eines abwechslungsreichen Urlaubs auf Big Island und Maui. Seele baumeln lassen und geniessen. Ausgesprochen freundliches und zuvorkommendes Personal, excellentes Frühstück. Ein Platz wie wir ihn gesucht hatten, aber nie geglaubt hätten ihn auf Hawaii zu finden.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort