Steps to the Ocean at Manini Beach at Kealakekua Bay! Konakays

Captain Cook · Big Island · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathrooms · Sleeps 4 · 9.4/10 · 114 reviews

Rental Details

Property Overview

Kealakekua Bay (which means Pathway to the Gods) has one of the Big Island's most spectacular coral reefs. Because it is a Marine Life Sanctuary, the fish are plentiful and swarm over the well developed reef that slopes from the shores into the ocean. Spinner dolphins, Manta Rays, and Green Sea turtles are commonly seen resting in the Bay. Humpback Whales visit in the winter season from January to March. The reefs make this area an underwater showcase, so come enjoy a swim or snorkel, and dive into some of the worlds most pristine waters, all well within walking distance from the house. Often there is an opportunity to swim with the plentiful spinner dolphins, right in the bay.

Enjoy the peacefulness, beauty, and spirit of old Hawaii when you visit this vacation rental home at Kealakekua Bay. Get away from the crowds and traffic in Kailua-Kona town.

This well equipped home has everything needed for a comfortable stay from a week or two to a month or more. Fully furnished, 2 bedroom with 1 1/2 baths, fruit trees and garden, and cooking utensils, and laundry facility. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the tranquility of old Hawaii. Call Kay for reservations or information and when you leave a message, please also give your time zone and best time to call. With our low rates, you can enjoy more activities and still have a great place to stay. Local fruits provided when in season. Bonus: Upon your arrival, you are provided a supply of Kona Coffee, Juice, Milk, Bread, Jams, Eggs, and some local snacks.
This house has two levels. Upper unit is vacation rental. Downstairs has a quiet couple .
There is a BBQ garden and tables under the mango tree so its cool and shady. There is a wash area for beach items. You can relax outdoor.

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Registration Number: GE-016-175-7696-01, TA-016-175-7696-01

Rental FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this vacation rental located?
  • City: Captain Cook (postal 96704) Hawaii

Nearby highlights

  • Location: Captain Cook, HI (Keauhou Mauka – Kealakekua – 5.64 km to center), United States
  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 4 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Private vacation home
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Air conditioning
  • WiFi available
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Lanai / balcony
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Garden
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
  • A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Dryer
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Living Area
  • No Smoking
  • Outdoor Hot tub / space
  • TV
  • Washer
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check out before 11:00 AM
  • Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Contactless check in available
  • You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
  • Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Property Registration Number GE 016 175 7696 01, TA 016 175 7696 01
What are the house rules and policies?
  • Pets not allowed
  • Children are welcome.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Location: Captain Cook, HI (Keauhou Mauka – Kealakekua – 5.64 km to center), United States
  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
Do I need a rental car on Big Island, and what about parking?

A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to explore. Parking notes: Car required, Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a private vacation home rental.

Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?

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Guest Reviews

Reviews

Jennifer G.8.0/10
Jan 18, 2026

A great spot to stay away from the busyness of town. Manini beach is beautiful spot and an easy walk with fantastic snorkeling. I loved getting fresh fruit from Kay's fruit stand out front. Kay lives next door and is an excellent host. She made sure we had a great stay.

Yong Y.10.0/10
Jan 6, 2026

Easy to check in and check out. Quick responses. Kay was very kind to make our stay as easy, pleasant, and welcomed as possible. We run into zero issues. Location was great for our trip too, as it's close to the local parks where we saw people snorkeling with Dolphins one morning, which was definitely a blast. We were just a little late in that morning when we got in the water.

Sandra J.10.0/10
Dec 22, 2025

Our host Kay was very welcoming and stocked our refrigerator with good food. We loved the peace and quite and being close to our favorite beaches. We will go back to stay at Kay’s house again.

Doris D.10.0/10
Dec 19, 2025

Great location, clean and well maintained

William H.8.0/10
Dec 13, 2025

yes.great and accommodatinghouse is stocked well

Jim N.10.0/10
Dec 1, 2025

Can't beat the location and value. Kay was such a sweet and thoughtful host,... fruit from her trees, cookies from her kitchen,... she even had a battery charger when our car battery died. We would happily stay here again.

Daniel S.10.0/10
Aug 16, 2025

Love the local vibe. Staying with Kay is very chill. The geckos are so cool.

Peggy G.10.0/10
Jul 14, 2025

The house was stocked with food, filtered water, chocklate, juice, lotions, sunscreen, anything you might need. Kai fixed anything wrong immediately and gave us fruit daily. The location is the best for attractions & snorkeling. The house is very dpacious. The only thing wrong is that Kay's place made the next place i went to very disappointing because i was used to such a great host, space, and check in.

Rex B.10.0/10
May 29, 2025

Great location if you’re interested in the Captain Cook area. Simple, clean, non-resort like property. Host was very friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Property was perfect for my purposes.

Peter E.8.0/10
Apr 21, 2025

Excellent location. Generous and helpful host. Charming Village community. Apartment had everything you could possibly need. Older interior.

Dea R.10.0/10
Apr 12, 2025

ReLaxing and so much Aloha. Mahalo KayDea and Rocky

Barbara W.10.0/10
Mar 23, 2025

Relaxing, peaceful stay. Kay's place is easy short walk to Manini Beach for snorkeling and water activities. It's a great place for investigating things along the Kona coast. Host was very responsive, helpful, and answered all of our questions.

Melinda B.10.0/10
Mar 20, 2025

The location of this rental couldn't be better! It is steps from the bay and from kayak rentals to head out to the monument. Two-step and the place of refuge are just a couple miles down the road. The house itself is spacious and clean with a thoughtfully stocked kitchen. Air conditioning in one bedroom. The host was kind and courteous, helping us settle in despite the late hour of our arrival and the downstairs neighbor was such a delight to chat with and meet her cats. Highly recommend! We hope to be back.

Pamela H.10.0/10
Dec 22, 2024

A very handy & convenient place to stay. Beds were fine & shower pressure was fantastic. A little warm in the evenings but cooled off nicely for sleeping. Host was available for any questions & very kind.

Kimberly B.8.0/10
Nov 20, 2024

Location was nice, within walking distance (5 mins) from a bay with Captain Cook Monument. Unit is above a very nice couple. Actual unit is very dated but was clean. A/C unit in main bedroom, otherwise there are fans. Washer/dryer are outside on 1st floor and shared wirh couple down stairs

Anne V.10.0/10
Sep 30, 2024

We really enjoyed staying at Kei's property. The space and grounds were exactly as depicted. It was spacious, clean and suited us and our stay perfectly. Enjoyed the location, very close to Mainini Beach and the Place of Refuge. Kei was very kind and helpful even when we accidentally locked outselves out, twice. Felt like we were staying with friends.

Kurt K.8.0/10
Sep 18, 2024

Kay was so kind and shared fresh fruit from her fruit stand. We loved the short walk to the beach. It was so close and we walked there to snorkel and watch the sunset. We were just down the road from Two Step beach. The unit is dated but very clean. It was a great base for our vacation

Severine A.10.0/10
Jul 16, 2024

Charming condo, with all the necessities. The neighbors downstairs are very nice, as is the landlady next door. Not far from the ocean. Quiet location, with birdsong and the smell of flowers in the morning. We really enjoyed it.

Mark F.10.0/10
Jul 8, 2024

Basic two bedroom with all amenities! Check what’s there before going to shop! Kay was delightful and accommodating and invited us to pick fruits on property….wonderful bonus!! Close to beach and share the beauty of Kona

Kai10.0/10
Jun 5, 2024

This cute apartment reminds me of my grandma’s place. Apartment is older, but it has everything that you need in there. It is walking distance to a small bay where you can snorkeling with beautiful fishes. There is a fruit stand right outside where you can get local fruits. Kay, the owner is super nice and friendly. The only down side is the apartment is on second floor and can get pretty warm in summer time. We stayed for 3 nights and really enjoyed the stay.

henry h.8.0/10
Apr 28, 2024

This area is incredibly beautiful Truly heaven on earth

Christina D.10.0/10
Feb 14, 2024

Amazing location. You really feel like a local. So close to key Captain Cook venues. Apt is large. They supply all that you need and more. Frig was stocked with some great treats. Such Aloja spirit. WiFi is sporadic and not strong in half of the house. Window unit for the master and many fans provided. Overall a great experience and super nice owner Kay!

Lena10.0/10
Nov 26, 2023

Kona Kay's house was perfectly located, a 5 minute walk from the beach and still very quiet. Manini is a slice of Heaven. The house is not new or fancy, it's somewhat old fashioned, spacious, quiet, clean. The beds are very comfortable...having a bath and a half was great...Kay was very helpful, kind and friendly but not at all intrusive. She offered fresh fruit from her stand, nice because there are no nearby stores. Parking is easy. We enjoyed our stay very much.

liran8.0/10
Jun 30, 2023

Kay was very kind and the property was clean but air condition is must in hawaii and in the condo was have only portable air condition in 1 room

Rihui10.0/10
Oct 7, 2022

Had a good time staying at Kay's lovely place. It's very conveniently located near two-step, which made our snorkeling trips so easy. It's also just a few mins of walk to our Kayak launching site to captain cook. There's a lot of room on the second floor. And the kitchen is well stocked. The communication is smooth. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Mike10.0/10
Jun 26, 2020

Great location, plenty fresh air, very clean and well stocked! I’m going back for sure!

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