Kona Coast, Hawaii hotel rooms at the Independent

"It was decorated like a beautiful sanctuary. I kept moving to different spots just to soak in all the lovely decor."

"Check in was snow, the room guaranteed by 4:00 pm, I was there at 3:40pm and they won’t let us to the room till 4:00pm, this resort didn’t provide shampoo and conditioner, it is kind of weir."

"I loved the seclusion and the Coqui frogs at night. "

"The host was easy to contact and quick to respond to questions. The location was beautiful with wonderful ocean views. We enjoyed our host who was gracious and kind. The coffee and breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend this location for your stay on Kona. Location is accessible for many excursions or dinner out that evening."

"The Big Island Retreat is a lovely property located minutes on foot to one of the best snorkeling beaches on Big Island. We stayed in the Ocean view room which was over 2 floors. The view from the bedroom is lovely. The rooms are quite small with little storage. The bed was only a double and very high off the floor making getting into it really hard. The bathroom is not totally enclosed and has no basin as the kitchen sink is just outside. Although there was nobody staying in the rooms...

"Comfortable, clean, quaint, well-equipped unit! Marvallee was wonderful with communication! Location is EXCELLENT!!!"

"The hosts, David and Miriam were great. We felt welcome and at home. Charming property, very homey and beautiful surroundings. We would be delighted to stay there again when we are in Kona. Aloha and mahalo "

"The view was spectacular. The house was well taken care of. The rooms were nice. Plenty of seating spots inside & out. Host were awesome. Would definitely recommend to friends & family. -Mari & Pete "

"The view was great. The room was large. I was a little disappointed that the owner did not let me know that breakfast was not included with the lower level room. She said it was because the lower room had a kitchen, but I was not made aware of this until after I arrived. "

"This is an extraordinary place, beautifully nestled at the top of a narrow tree-lined road, designed to blend into the landscape. It's high, and the view of the sea is grand. Well appointed, with a salt-water pool and very nice communal areas. We stayed only one night, a stopover between Kona airport and the drive to Hilo. We left thinking we would like to stay again, perhaps stay two nights. Lovely hosts. "