Property Description
Situated at 600 feet elevation on the side of Hualalai Volcano, Three Palms is a private, two-room (plus a bath) suite in a private residence in a quiet neighborhood overlooking Kailua Kona and the Pacific. The location is ideal...only a few hundred yards up the mountain from the Hawaii Belt Road (State Highway 11, Queen Ka`ahumanu Highway), one mile south of Kailua Kona town proper, and a little more than nine miles south of Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA)(approximately 20 minutes to/from the airport).
Although the house is occupied, you need never see or interact with the owner (unless you need assistance!), as you have your own private entrance and a lanai and deck for your exclusive use.
The three rooms include one king bedroom with a garden view, a connecting bath, and a lounge that can be used as a bedroom, with a queen-size sleeper sofa and ocean views. The suite is intended for a couple, a couple with small children, or two couples (the maximum occupancy is four people), but the ideal use is by a couple who are looking for a quiet, relaxing environment.
The king bedroom has two small desks with power connections if two of you want to use your laptops at the same time (the house has 500 Mbps service, and the modem/router is just outside the room).
For those rare times you will want to stay in, the suite includes a kitchenette with a microwave oven, toaster, and refrigerator, as well as a deluxe Keurig (coffee, tea, and hot chocolate provided), and a dish-washing area is provided on the side lanai. A small-capacity washing machine is also provided, with a drying rack (and a retractable clothesline in the shower).
For your stay-at-home entertainment, there's a 75-inch Samsung Smart TV with Netflix and other movie channels.
You'll have beautiful ocean and 'jungle' views from the deck, which is yours to use exclusively. There's a table and four chairs protected by an huge umbrella, useful day and night (includes soft, warm lighting), an L-shaped lounge, and two separate chairs with small table, all for contemplating the gorgeous sunsets while enjoying your wine.
So, come to Kona and enjoy your stay at Three Palms!
Registration Number:
TA-149-031-3728-01, GE-149-031-3728-01
User Reviews
Karl M.
Jul 12, 2025
Easily the best VRBO experience we've ever had. The property is super clean and well equipped; the rate is reasonable for Hawaii and less than 10 minutes from shopping in Kona. Steve, the host, could not have been more gracious and helpful.The grounds are like something out of a botanical garden, with a view of the ocean beyond Kona and spectacular sunsets. It is blissfully quiet except for the symphony of birds singing. Anyone interested in birding would love this place; we were entranced with an array of brightly colored birds that flitted about the tree canopy in the backyard (most are not endemic, but lovely anyway). I could not recommend this place more.
Merry H.
Mar 04, 2025
Beautiful property fully stocked with anything you need.The host meets you coming from the airport and shows you around.Out back is a beautiful lanai with a breathtaking view of the ocean and a lovely table to sit at covered by an umbrella. Great place to stay in a quiet neighborhood close to everything.
CAROL H.
Feb 25, 2025
We had a wonderful time staying at Three Palms.The host Steve was so gracious and helpful from the beginning to end of our stay. This place is so relaxing and feels like you are at home. The patio was absolutely beautiful to watch the sunset. The bird sounds are relaxing and peaceful all evening. We would definitely stay here again.
Marci P.
Feb 13, 2025
Steve was a wonderful host. Even gave me ideas of things to do on the Hilo side of the island. The property was as listed. Gorgeous sunset views! Quiet area, yet close to everything. Would recommend.
Sheila S.
Feb 11, 2025
This property is very nice and well kept by owner who has a lot of pride in this. It is attached to the back of his house, but entrances and wrap around lanai are completely private. Nice King bed and a variety of pillows for all tastes. The view is amazing as us the entire yard. Perfect setting in a residential area close to everything but far enough away from the Alli Drive noise and traffic.
Cary J.
Jan 15, 2025
We had a wonderful stay at the rental.
Derya B.
Jan 08, 2025
We have spent a week in Steve’s place at Kona and can not be happier. First of all, the location is great, close to many activities, airport, Kona town. It has great view for watching sunsets-The place is also very clean- and we have high standards for cleaning… the owner lives in the same property so he can address anything immediately. He is very responsive, goes way beyond to make sure that you would have a nice stay. His recommendations were very helpful for us. We highly recommend staying at his place.Sayin that the layout of the rooms might be different than conventional hotel rooms. There are two rooms and they are connected by a bathroom. Also there is no full kitchen at his place but there is a great set up with everything you would need for vacation unless you really want to cook hardcore. He provided us an oven and a big grill so that we can prepare some meals at home. There is also fridge, coffee machine, microwave etc. For us none of these were deal breaker but knowing these things beforehand might be helpful. The owner was very transparent and provided additional information to us. We would definitely stay in Theee pals again
Jim N.
Nov 13, 2024
This is our third time at Three Palms and it's always a pleasure. Steve and Ying are always accommodating, friendly hosts whom we've come to look forward to seeing when in Kona
Tamera R.
Aug 29, 2024
Incredible Hospitality! Willingness to make it an exceptional stay. We will definitely be back as soon as we can!
Michael D.
Mar 25, 2024
Three Palms was just what we were hoping for. Out of the hubbub of the city, but only a mile from downtown Kailua-Kona. An incredible view over the city and the Pacific. So peaceful and quiet except for the beautiful symphony of the tropical birds in the background.
The property has everything we might have needed. We enjoyed the lanai so much that we got a to-go order every dinner but one, so as to watch the beautiful sunset after sunset, beating the ambiance of any restaurant in town.
Very clean, and a super comfortable kingsize bed. Well stocked with many extras that you continue to discover. And if something is needed, the Owner will do his best to get it for you.
Carel V.
Feb 19, 2024
We had a lovely one week stay in this Paradise. The facilities were super clean, the bed was perfect, loved the shower and THE LANAI - oh my what a treat. Soft breezes , perfect temperature, genial host. Steve was wonderful, fun to talk with, very responsive but otherwise quiet as a mouse.
John M.
Feb 13, 2024
Great central location to a lot of things. Privacy...and a great view. Host was very accommodating. We would stay here again!
Timothy B.
Feb 11, 2024
Steve's place is the perfect get away, peaceful and stress free, we will be back
Viccie B.
Feb 01, 2024
The view from the place was incredible - it was hard to leave. The sunsets were memorable. The location is very convenient to everything in the Kailua-Kona area. Steve was a great host with terrific local recommendations. He was very communicative and helpful when needed, but otherwise unobtrusive and went out of his way to attend to our every need. The residence/apartment is in a very quiet neighborhood and was well equipped, the bed was comfortable and linens were very nice, with a spacious bathroom, functional mini kitchen and huge smart TV. We enjoyed the large private covered deck and open lanai with sofa and eating area to take in the beautiful landscaping and sunsets. All of the amenities are well thought out. We also made friends with the neighborhood cats (-: We highly recommend this rental if you are looking for a quiet place to relax.
Alexander M.
Jan 28, 2024
The view from the place was incredible - it was hard to leave. The sunsets were memorable. Steve was a great host and and went out of his way to attend to our every need.