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

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    Bedroom # 1

    Primary Bedroom

    1 King

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    Bedroom # 2

    Guest Bedroom 2

    1 Queen

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    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

  • 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-2023-001968

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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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

December 2024

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$425
14
$425
15
$425
16
$425
17
$425
18
$425
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January 2025

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05 06 07 08 09
$495
10
$501
11
$586
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$580
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$555
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$551
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$530
16
$543
17
$609
18
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February 2025

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02 03 04 05 06 07 08
09 10 11 12 13
$710
14
$799
15
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23
$708
24
$704
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March 2025

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            01
02 03 04 05 06 07 08
$702
09
$765
10
$802
11
$804
12
$803
13
$803
14
$824
15
$806
16
$797
17
$781
18
$784
19
$815
20
$787
21
$813
22
$807
23
$791
24
$781
25
$779
26
$772
27
$778
28
$792
29
$774
30
$748
31
$746
         

April 2025

S M T W T F S
    01
$728
02
$704
03
$665
04
$667
05
$680
06 07 08 09 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
20 21
$508
22
$429
23
$455
24
$468
25
$467
26
$478
27
$445
28
$425
29
$425
30
$425
     

May 2025

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        01 02 03
04 05 06 07 08 09 10
$425
11
$425
12
$433
13
$426
14
$427
15
$452
16
$462
17
$463
18
$460
19
$453
20
$442
21
$440
22
$461
23
$656
24
$662
25
$660
26
$663
27
$528
28
$540
29
$561
30
$579
31
$586

June 2025

S M T W T F S
01
$585
02
$587
03
$585
04
$538
05
$591
06 07
08 09 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25
$585
26
$601
27
$640
28
$651
29
$623
30
$615
         

July 2025

S M T W T F S
    01
$620
02
$614
03
$719
04
$739
05
$749
06
$722
07
$713
08
$615
09
$616
10
$627
11
$646
12
$650
13
$627
14
$615
15
$613
16
$617
17
$628
18
$648
19
$643
20
$624
21
$613
22
$606
23
$610
24
$618
25
$638
26
$637
27
$622
28
$615
29
$603
30
$615
31
$625
   

August 2025

S M T W T F S
          01
$642
02
$645
03
$626
04
$622
05
$615
06
$620
07
$633
08
$643
09
$655
10
$676
11
$667
12
$676
13
$672
14
$680
15
$684
16
$698
17
$666
18
$650
19
$674
20
$660
21
$676
22
$686
23
$676
24
$626
25
$600
26
$614
27
$589
28
$587
29
$664
30
$646
31
$594
           

September 2025

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  01
$570
02
$528
03
$510
04
$515
05
$542
06
$541
07
$521
08
$510
09
$530
10
$526
11
$538
12
$581
13
$582
14
$556
15
$544
16
$546
17
$547
18
$554
19
$594
20
$602
21
$570
22
$559
23
$554
24
$539
25
$553
26
$590
27
$610
28
$589
29
$587
30
$602
       

October 2025

S M T W T F S
      01
$578
02
$629
03
$722
04
$799
05
$946
06
$1,109
07
$1,292
08
$1,314
09
$1,339
10
$1,321
11
$1,309
12
$1,204
13
$1,198
14
$1,202
15
$1,201
16
$1,220
17
$709
18
$696
19
$636
20
$638
21
$624
22
$630
23
$658
24
$654
25
$646
26
$586
27
$606
28
$594
29
$614
30
$646
31
$643
 

November 2025

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            01
$626
02
$588
03
$622
04
$648
05
$636
06
$670
07
$680
08
$786
09
$749
10
$778
11
$754
12
$649
13
$668
14
$686
15
$665
16
$635
17
$654
18
$640
19
$660
20
$677
21
$707
22
$692
23
$662
24
$840
25
$814
26
$817
27
$830
28
$854
29
$844
30
$646
           
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Children

Ages 2-17

Infants

Under 2

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