Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea)

Kailua Kona, HI 3 Bedrooms Vacation Rental

3 Beds 3.5 Baths Sleeps 8
Ample seating around the pool area for you to enjoy.
Savor the ocean views from almost every room of your home away from home.

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Rooms

  • bed icon

    Bedroom # 1

    Primary Bedroom

    1 King

  • bed icon

    Bedroom # 2

    Guest Bedroom 2

    1 Queen

  • bed icon

    Bedroom # 3

    Guest Bedroom 3

    1 Queen

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    Common

    Bonus room

    1 Twin, 1 Bunk Bed,

3 Beds 3.5 Baths Sleeps 8

Amenities

Private pool
Air conditioning
Ocean View
City View

Reviews

  • May 13, 2025 One of the cleanest rentals I ever stayed on! Great location, very steep driveway but we managed it well and easy to turn around on the top with 2 SUVs. Will definitely come back! thank you gather team! Ruthie B
  • Mar 08, 2025 Highly recommend it. My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. We had 6 adults and 4 children. There was ample room for everyone, as the listing was exactly what we expected it to be. There was a very nice propane grill on the back lanai that we used almost every night to cook our dinner. The kitchen had plenty of supplies. We enjoyed the beautiful pool every day. There were plenty of pool toys and beach towels. This home had everything we needed and more, for our stay in Kona. I highly recommend it. Our family would definitely stay here again. Jenna F
  • Feb 05, 2025 Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea) So comfortable and nice. Perfect lock for a family gathering. Stephanie Gardiner
  • Jan 02, 2025 Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea) The house was exactly as pictured, great location. An amazing view every morning and sunset. About 10 minutes from the Kona shopping area. Easy access to the main highway and to get around the island. Host was very helpful and responsive. 10/10 would recommend! William Dodson
  • Oct 21, 2024 Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea) The house had everything we needed and more. The pool is very well maintained, the grill is fantastic and having a good spot in town was key to our successful time here in Kona. Will definitely be back. Booking was simple and check in was even easier. 10/10 Kyle G.
  • Aug 17, 2024 The house is very well equipped and comfortable. The pool is beautiful and was perfect for our group. One thing to note is the majority of the pool is over 6 ft deep and the shallow end is small. There are 2 bedrooms with A/C, the upstairs master and downstairs queen that faces the backyard. There are fans provided for the other 2 bedrooms which did help move the air, but they were both pretty warm our whole stay. The 4th bedroom has a bunk bed (twin over full), a separate twin, and a trundle bed under the bunkbed, which was great did the kids. The house is well stocked with linens, kitchen supplies, pool/beach towels, etc. There is also a good selection of beach gear including a cooler, 2 chairs, umbrella, boogie boards, life jackets, some snorkel gear, etc. We were told the house didn’t have any of those items, so that was a pleasant surprise. Overall, it was a great stay for our group of 8! Tara Smith
  • Aug 11, 2024 We are former vacation owners so we feel experienced vacation renters. This home was amazing! Owners and management company have thought of everything. Kitchen had everything from both a regular coffee maker plus a Keurig. Lot's of dishes, glasses (both plastic for pool side & glass. We had snorkels, masks, boogie boards, and plenty of beach towels. Pool was clean and beautiful. View from decks were so beautiful. We ate out on the deck for all meals as the view was so perfect. Check in was simple and same with check out. Management company was extremely responsive to everything. Leaking water line was dealth with immediately. New refrigerator was ordered and supposed to be installed after our departure (that was our request as they offered to replace immediately). Lots of games for in home use. Pool table, corn hole, pool toys just to name a few. Beds were extremely comfortable. Ceiling fans throughout home. Really can't say enough about how great this home was. Highly recommend Dana Evans
  • Jun 21, 2024 Amazing Property! The house was amazing and the view even better. The kids truly enjoyed using the pool and the pool table. We enjoyed the amazing views for coffee in the morning and wine at night watching the sunset. The house is very roomy and clean, we really appreciated the use of the beach chairs, a nice large cooler, snorkeling gear, and two large beach umbrellas. Thank You! The ONLY complaint I had was a neighbor must have a rooster or something cause I kept hearing it in the mornings. Didn’t bother me at all but I could see how it may bother some. Also, driveway is pretty steep. Again, not a bother to me but may bother others. Would we rent the property again? Absolutely, we LOVED it! Brent Howell
  • Mar 13, 2024 Perfect house for 2 couples. Pool was awesome, we wish the pool cleaner hadn’t been in the pool the whole time. But we made it work. Plenty of space outside. We loved all the outdoor living upstairs and down. We even had access to the garage for parking!! Jennifer Hottes
  • Nov 12, 2023 Beautiful house in a quiet neighborhood. The views were gorgeous… we loved having our coffee out on the deck in the morning and watching the sunsets in the evening. The pool was a highlight, we used it daily and even after sunset a couple of times thanks to the nice lighting in the pool area. There are wild chickens and boars in the wooded area behind the backyard that were a lot of fun to watch. This was the perfect house for our stay on the big island. Only suggestion would be a hard copy binder with the home instructions as well as some activity/restaurant recommendations. Jeannette Mahmoud
  • Oct 16, 2023 The house is super clean and the view is amazing day and night. Neighborhood is clean, nice, and great for walking to get some exercise Bj O'Hare
  • Oct 06, 2023 Great place, highly recommend it. Nik Nikic
  • Jul 03, 2023 This house was perfect for the 7 of us. Kids loved the pool, amazing, changing night lights! Beautiful view of the coast and ocean from main floor and upstairs. Coffee on the lanai every morning was best way to start the day. Convenient to everything north and south. House was exactly as described and as photos represented. We’ll be back!! Cynthia Purcell
  • Jun 24, 2023 To start, the view from the house is spectacular. From each and every vantage point, the ocean view is ever present. The house itself is comfortable, well appointed, and open/airy. The kitchen too had most every utensil needed to cook a fine meal. Really no concerns here. Simply put, you can move right in and get ready to vacation. I will add that this really is a 4 bedroom house. For anyone concerned about the “2 bed” sleeping space, it is an enclosed room. Not sure why it’s listed otherwise. Again, this is a wonderful house, in a wonderful location. Rent it, and you and your family/guests will be very pleased. David Raker
  • May 06, 2023 The house was perfect. Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. View was amazing. House has a perfect setup to give everyone their own space. Perfect vacation home. Jennifer McKinney
  • Mar 25, 2023 We had an amazing spring break at this awesome house! It was perfect for two families with kids - we loved swimming in the pool and watching the geckos between adventures and beach days. The deck with its phenomenal view was an amazing spot for coffee every morning and listening to frogs in the evening. The hosts were super responsive when we had questions and made extending our checkout time super easy when we decided we wanted to stay just a little bit longer. This house was a great base for exploring Kona and the surrounding area, and we were always happy to come back to it when we were done exploring. 🌴 Sarah Wachs
  • Jan 22, 2023 This is a great property for family vacations. Lauren Smith
  • Aug 17, 2022 Can’t beat the view and location! Made some great memories with our family here. Kelly K

Description

Breathtaking Pacific Ocean and coastline views await you at Hona O Kai, which means "Turtle of the Sea." A luxurious vacation rental on the Island of Hawaii, this residence is only two miles from the beach and centrally located near the heart of Kailua-Kona town.

Experience spaciousness and comfort the moment you enter Turtle of the Sea. Panoramic ocean views are visible from almost every angle of the living room, which is stylishly furnished with plush seating throughout. Neutrally-hued with pops of Celedon and blue, the decor will instantly put you and your guests into vacation mode. Settle onto the cozy sofa and watch your favorite TV show or movie. Walk a few steps to the large sliding glass doors and step out onto the oversized lanai, where you'll notice expansive views and exhilarating ocean breezes. Equipped with tables and chairs as well as a barbecue grill, You'll love the views of the pool below, and the 180-degree views from every angle.

In the kitchen, you'll find all of the culinary essentials necessary to create a delicious meal. Additional seating for four at the large island combined with the open-concept design, allows you to easily converse with your guests while whipping up your favorite snack or a refreshing tropical smoothie. The large separate dining room with seating for six provides additional seating and is the perfect space for hosting a dinner party.

Enjoy a restful night of sleep in the posh primary bedroom which features beautiful earth-toned decor, a ceiling fan, and a soft king-sized bed. Open the large sliding glass door, stroll out onto the private lanai and take in the picturesque view. When you're ready to turn in for the night, leave the doors open and let the sounds of nature gently lull you to sleep. The primary bathroom features a dual vanity and a large jetted soaking tub. Downstairs you'll find a fully-furnished living area with a dining area four, a flatscreen TV and direct access to the lanai and swimming pool. Both bedrooms are furnished with cozy sleeping quarters, which include soft beds, ceiling fans, and televisions. Two bathrooms are located downstairs to provide additional space and make your stay as comfortable as possible. The larger of the guest rooms have a private lanai with a view of the landscaped yard. For your added comfort and convenience, Turtle of the Sea features a bonus room with two twin beds and a ceiling fan. Outdoors, the luxurious amenities continue as you dive into the eight-foot deep private heated pool and go for a swim. Towels are readily available, and the large deck is furnished with lounge chairs, perfect for sunning.


2 of the 4 bedrooms are equipped with window A/C

Located in proximity to downtown Kailua-Kona, you'll find an abundance of fun and outdoor adventure just outside your front door. You'll love exploring the area and its many significant Hawaiian cultural landmarks. Both the Hulihee Palace and the Mokuaikaua Church are located on Ali'i Drive. King Kamehameha I spent his last years living near the current site of what is now the King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, until his passing in 1819. The Ahu'ena Heiau, located on the grounds of the hotel, is a reconstructed temple rebuilt by the late king and is on the register of National Historic Landmarks.

People and cruise ship watch from the Kailua-Kona Pier, where you'll have access to Hawaii's best scuba diving, big-game fishing, kayaking, and dolphin and whale watching. Visit the famous farmers market. Enjoy a shave ice or a cup of Kona coffee. Dine on a light snack or a gourmet meal, buy an inexpensive souvenir or a piece of fine art, book an activity, go for a swim or hang out at the beach. The pier is the official starting and finishing point of the Ironman World Championship (held annually in October), and a great place to watch the sunset. Everything you want and need is readily available in the heart of Kailua-Kona town. Turtle of the Sea is a beautiful vacation rental located on the Island of Hawaii. It is an ideal vacation home and the perfect place to stay while you explore the many natural wonders this island has to offer, such as Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Kea Observatory and more.

HAWAII TAX ID #TA-029-452-2880-01

This property is a licensed short term vacation rental. STVR-19-355698 / NUC-19-0809 / PL-NUCR-2024-002766

Room

Beds

Primary Bedroom

King (1)

Ceiling Fan, Lanai / Balcony, Ocean View/ Window A/C

Guest Bedroom 2

Queen (1)

Ceiling Fan, Lanai / Balcony, Ocean View

Guest Bedroom 3

Queen (1)

Ceiling Fan/ Garden views/ Window A/C

Bonus room

Twin (1) Bunk Bed (1)

Ceiling fan

Guest Bathroom 1

full bathroom

Guest Bathroom 2

full bathroom

Guest Bathroom 3

full bathroom

Guest Half Bathroom 4

half bathroom

Nearby Activities

  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golfing
  • Hiking
  • Museums
  • Scuba diving or Snorkeling
  • Shopping
  • Spa and wellness
  • Tennis
  • Watersports

Kitchen and Dining

  • BBQ
  • Blender
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Coffee Maker
  • Crockpot
  • Dining Area
  • Dishes Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Ice Machine
  • Kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen Basics
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice Cooker
  • Stove
  • Toaster

Amenities

  • Dryer
  • Essentials
  • Extra Pillows And Blankets
  • Garage
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron
  • Linens
  • Parking space
  • Private Entrance
  • Shampoo
  • Smartlock
  • Washer
  • Wifi/Internet

Cleanliness

  • 24Hr Check-In
  • Self Check In / Check Out

Safety Features

  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Outdoor Lighting
  • Security Cameras
  • Smoke Detector

Suitability

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bath Tub
  • Ceiling fans
  • Children Welcome
  • Free Parking
  • Hot Water
  • Minimum Age Limit
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
  • Suitable for Elderly

Entertainment

  • Laptop Friendly
  • Pool Table
  • Satellite or Cable TV
  • Smart TV
  • Television

Pool/Spa

  • Heated Pool
  • Private Pool

Internal Amenities

  • Beach Towels
  • Shipping Items

Outdoor Amenities

  • Beach Equipment Rentals Available ($)
  • Lanai/Balcony
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Private yard

Themes

  • Family

Car

  • Car Recommended

Location/Property Types

  • City View
  • Ocean View
  • Popular Town
  • Town

Property Manager

  • Amanda van Weert
  • Mark LeRoy Hualalai

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May 13, 2025 One of the cleanest rentals I ever stayed on! Great location, very steep driveway but we managed it well and easy to turn around on the top with 2 SUVs. Will definitely come back! thank you gather team! Ruthie B
Mar 08, 2025 Highly recommend it. My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. We had 6 adults and 4 children. There was ample room for everyone, as the listing was exactly what we expected it to be. There was a very nice propane grill on the back lanai that we used almost every night to cook our dinner. The kitchen had plenty of supplies. We enjoyed the beautiful pool every day. There were plenty of pool toys and beach towels. This home had everything we needed and more, for our stay in Kona. I highly recommend it. Our family would definitely stay here again. Jenna F
Feb 05, 2025 Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea) So comfortable and nice. Perfect lock for a family gathering. Stephanie Gardiner
Jan 02, 2025 Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea) The house was exactly as pictured, great location. An amazing view every morning and sunset. About 10 minutes from the Kona shopping area. Easy access to the main highway and to get around the island. Host was very helpful and responsive. 10/10 would recommend! William Dodson
Oct 21, 2024 Honu O Kai (Turtle of the Sea) The house had everything we needed and more. The pool is very well maintained, the grill is fantastic and having a good spot in town was key to our successful time here in Kona. Will definitely be back. Booking was simple and check in was even easier. 10/10 Kyle G.
Aug 17, 2024 The house is very well equipped and comfortable. The pool is beautiful and was perfect for our group. One thing to note is the majority of the pool is over 6 ft deep and the shallow end is small. There are 2 bedrooms with A/C, the upstairs master and downstairs queen that faces the backyard. There are fans provided for the other 2 bedrooms which did help move the air, but they were both pretty warm our whole stay. The 4th bedroom has a bunk bed (twin over full), a separate twin, and a trundle bed under the bunkbed, which was great did the kids. The house is well stocked with linens, kitchen supplies, pool/beach towels, etc. There is also a good selection of beach gear including a cooler, 2 chairs, umbrella, boogie boards, life jackets, some snorkel gear, etc. We were told the house didn’t have any of those items, so that was a pleasant surprise. Overall, it was a great stay for our group of 8! Tara Smith
Aug 11, 2024 We are former vacation owners so we feel experienced vacation renters. This home was amazing! Owners and management company have thought of everything. Kitchen had everything from both a regular coffee maker plus a Keurig. Lot's of dishes, glasses (both plastic for pool side & glass. We had snorkels, masks, boogie boards, and plenty of beach towels. Pool was clean and beautiful. View from decks were so beautiful. We ate out on the deck for all meals as the view was so perfect. Check in was simple and same with check out. Management company was extremely responsive to everything. Leaking water line was dealth with immediately. New refrigerator was ordered and supposed to be installed after our departure (that was our request as they offered to replace immediately). Lots of games for in home use. Pool table, corn hole, pool toys just to name a few. Beds were extremely comfortable. Ceiling fans throughout home. Really can't say enough about how great this home was. Highly recommend Dana Evans
Jun 21, 2024 Amazing Property! The house was amazing and the view even better. The kids truly enjoyed using the pool and the pool table. We enjoyed the amazing views for coffee in the morning and wine at night watching the sunset. The house is very roomy and clean, we really appreciated the use of the beach chairs, a nice large cooler, snorkeling gear, and two large beach umbrellas. Thank You! The ONLY complaint I had was a neighbor must have a rooster or something cause I kept hearing it in the mornings. Didn’t bother me at all but I could see how it may bother some. Also, driveway is pretty steep. Again, not a bother to me but may bother others. Would we rent the property again? Absolutely, we LOVED it! Brent Howell
Mar 13, 2024 Perfect house for 2 couples. Pool was awesome, we wish the pool cleaner hadn’t been in the pool the whole time. But we made it work. Plenty of space outside. We loved all the outdoor living upstairs and down. We even had access to the garage for parking!! Jennifer Hottes
Nov 12, 2023 Beautiful house in a quiet neighborhood. The views were gorgeous… we loved having our coffee out on the deck in the morning and watching the sunsets in the evening. The pool was a highlight, we used it daily and even after sunset a couple of times thanks to the nice lighting in the pool area. There are wild chickens and boars in the wooded area behind the backyard that were a lot of fun to watch. This was the perfect house for our stay on the big island. Only suggestion would be a hard copy binder with the home instructions as well as some activity/restaurant recommendations. Jeannette Mahmoud
Oct 16, 2023 The house is super clean and the view is amazing day and night. Neighborhood is clean, nice, and great for walking to get some exercise Bj O'Hare
Oct 06, 2023 Great place, highly recommend it. Nik Nikic
Jul 03, 2023 This house was perfect for the 7 of us. Kids loved the pool, amazing, changing night lights! Beautiful view of the coast and ocean from main floor and upstairs. Coffee on the lanai every morning was best way to start the day. Convenient to everything north and south. House was exactly as described and as photos represented. We’ll be back!! Cynthia Purcell
Jun 24, 2023 To start, the view from the house is spectacular. From each and every vantage point, the ocean view is ever present. The house itself is comfortable, well appointed, and open/airy. The kitchen too had most every utensil needed to cook a fine meal. Really no concerns here. Simply put, you can move right in and get ready to vacation. I will add that this really is a 4 bedroom house. For anyone concerned about the “2 bed” sleeping space, it is an enclosed room. Not sure why it’s listed otherwise. Again, this is a wonderful house, in a wonderful location. Rent it, and you and your family/guests will be very pleased. David Raker
May 06, 2023 The house was perfect. Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. View was amazing. House has a perfect setup to give everyone their own space. Perfect vacation home. Jennifer McKinney
Mar 25, 2023 We had an amazing spring break at this awesome house! It was perfect for two families with kids - we loved swimming in the pool and watching the geckos between adventures and beach days. The deck with its phenomenal view was an amazing spot for coffee every morning and listening to frogs in the evening. The hosts were super responsive when we had questions and made extending our checkout time super easy when we decided we wanted to stay just a little bit longer. This house was a great base for exploring Kona and the surrounding area, and we were always happy to come back to it when we were done exploring. 🌴 Sarah Wachs
Jan 22, 2023 This is a great property for family vacations. Lauren Smith
Aug 17, 2022 Can’t beat the view and location! Made some great memories with our family here. Kelly K

July 2025

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$505
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$655
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$540
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$539
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$545
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$554
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$563
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$559
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$821
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$584
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$547
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$534
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$529
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$507
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$492
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$478
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$483
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