The big island is raw and harsh. Casa de Emdeko was equally as raw. The pool was a welcome reprieve. The beaches were rugged. The hotel was nothing special, but lacked in nothing either, except there was no washer dryer which we thought there would be one, so we used the same dirty towel all 7 days. That bothered my wife.
Great quiet condo with wonderful amenities and excellent location. Condo was very clean and well-stocked for our needs. All instructions were very clear and helpful. Two nice pools (one saltwater on the ocean) and a great beach to chill on under the palm trees. Great outdoor lanai dining area and built in couch. Would stay again as a couple as there is only one bedroom*. Amazing property!
The air conditioner was broke and I reported it three times. I stopped using it when it started pouring water on the floor. Upon my arrival - Dirty towel was in closet, trash was left in kitchen can and was moldy, Comet was poured into toilet and left that way, shower door is broke, hairdryer is broke, frig is extremely loud. I will return to the complex but not this unit and not with Grand Welcome. I lived in Kona 15 years and am NOT writing about normal salt-water wear and tear. This just needs repairs and cleaning.
My husband and I stayed here for 8 days and enjoyed being away from the busyness but still close enough for quick trips. Casa de Emdeko is quiet, laid back, and has a special community feel—evening gatherings, BBQs, conch blowing at sunset… We enjoyed the private “beach” and saltwater pool immensely! We would definitely stay here again and recommend for people who want a quiet retreat and home base with the ability to cook at home.
My wife and I stayed for eight nights in May. The complex is a little dated but very nice overall. There is a salt water pool as well as a chlorinated pool. The complex was very friendly, each evening there was cocktails or a potluck and coffee in the morning. The condo is very clean and well appointed. I would stay there again in a second.
Fairly good location and property. Kitchen is well equipped, but the condo is dirty. The dust on the faux orchids beside the bed is so thick it could be measured. Tile in bathroom is grungy and the shower door and tracks are unacceptably filthy. Place is quiet, you can hear the person upstairs walking around.
The location was great and the property was great. The unit and furniture was a little dated minus the kitchen. It looked pretty new.
This property was clean and superb for our stay. We enjoyed the salt water pool, the central pool and the fabulous location right on the water and near the village.
Has become our favorite condo site in Kona.
