Kona Tiki Hotel

We had a lovely holiday week at the Kona Tiki Hotel! We enjoyed the beautiful oceanfront suite, soaking in the stunning sunset every day and watching brave surfers from our lanai. The room was very clean, comfortable and bright, with local art and a good kitchen with basic appliances, full fridge/freezer and amenities (helpful for making easy meals). The bed was very comfortable and water pressure was great. Appreciated having a little seating area for reading, and a table for enjoying our poke bowl lunches. ||The location was excellent for exploring Kona - very close to lots of beaches, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores like KTA and shops. We rented a car for the week (highly recommend) so we were thankful for the free parking. We did uber a couple of times for nights out. The staff were super friendly, communicative and helpful, especially working over Christmas. We loved having easy access to a lovely pool right next to the seawall! ||We will say that the ocean and waves were very loud and powerful (all hail goddess Nāmaka!), especially being there for king tides season. We felt it to be awe-inspiring and at nighttime we closed the screen doors and used the provided fan due to no AC. It was totally fine. Also - no TV, no problem! Enjoy the ocean view or get out and explore! We also made the 2 hour drive to see the historic eruption of Kīlauea Volcano at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (worth it!).||This place is better for couples, adult friends traveling together or solo travelers. We did not want to stay in a big resort or corporate hotel and we appreciated this hotel for the chill, space, value and friendliness. Mahalo Kona Tiki - we will be back!

A location that can't be beat. Falling asleep to the sound of the ocean and the breeze blowing through the curtains is unparalleled. The suites are updated and clean. Kitchen was great with a nice sink and all the dishes we needed to enjoy breakfast before heading out. Didn't need (or miss) AC or TV. The patio was lovely and from our room we were able to see bright yellow schools of fish in the ocean. Our stay would have benefited from one or two more hooks/or places to hang swimsuits and towels to dry - luckily we packed a few more of each.

What a great place to relax and really take it easy. We spent seven days here and really enjoyed our stay. The room was clean and comfortable. We had a bit of a bathroom issue in our first room, but the hotel managers were super helpful and allowed us to switch rooms; they were very eager to ensure our stay was comfortable. Jim, the hotel manager is a delight; I would return again just to have another chat with him. You should consider this location for a restful getaway!

All rooms face west toward the ocean; cool breezes at night and no AC but surf sounds while you sleep and an oscillating fan + ceiling fan = great sleeping. Nice rooms with updates; no restaurant or bar; great saltwater pool. Staff was great. If you like a simple, clean, affordable hotel on the water in Kona, this is it.

I recently did a 3-night stay here at this charming midcentury tiki-inspired hotel. This is after a week stay in one of the condos down the road. What a pleasant surprise! I was in room 103, RIGHT next to the sea wall where you can watch the waves crash in and lull you do sleep. Stellar sunsets; guest would gather at the pool to watch them. Renovated rooms, well-appointed with a super comfy bed, pillows, soft sheets; basic kitchenette with micro and fridge, coffee pot and dishes/utensils. Plenty of towels, beach towels, and hooks to hang all your stuffs on. No AC, but with the sea breeze, I didn't need it. You have fans in your room. No TV, but why would you need one? If surf is up, the surfers are fun to watch. They have your basic bathroom essentials and one day of coffee, so bring your own. They have sunscreen, a little library, an ice machine, and snorkel gear etc, first come first serve. Noise-wise, it is by the main drag into downtown, and parking is tight. That road can back up a bit. Manager, Jim, was a delight, helpful and kind. What a delight! Would live here if I could! It's a lovely little slice of heaven! Will be back for sure.

Excellent little hotel, the room was very comfortable with a lovely view from the lanai, the ocean waves and breeze were lovely. We loved using the hot plate and toaster for simple meals. The staff were wonderful and so helpful! Snorkeling gear to borrow was also great.

I had to most restful nights sleep in the comfy bed with the waves soothing me to sleep. Love that the room has a “mini kitchen “ a pool on the ocean, an outside shower and views of the ocean from the room. Was one of the best nights for me on the Island. Highly recommend!

My wife and I stayed at the Kona Tiki Hotel on October 12 and 13. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The views from the rooms are fantastic. My wife spent a lot of time drinking coffee and reading on the balcony while enjoying the sight and sounds of the waves. Couples tend to gather at the pool for sunset, which is a great spot to see it. It's a great stop for anyone who has just flown into the Kona airport from the mainland because it's a short 20 minute drive away. That was one of the reasons we chose it as our first place to stay on Hawai'i Island since I knew that I would be tired after arriving. We stayed two nights because you can reach a number of Kona area activities from the hotel like coffee and chocolate plantations or national historic parks with ease. Like many others we were concerned about the lack of air conditioning. It didn't turn out to be an issue. We needed to use the provided fan to pull cooler air into the room from the balcony, but we slept comfortably. The room was clean and well-kept. The mattress was firm, which is our preference. If you want a place to stay that's literally feet away from the water, but isn't a resort or will break your bank account, then I highly recommend the Kona Tiki Hotel.

I was just in town for a day before heading to the other side of the island for a family event. I choose this hotel because of their high Yelp rating. I was not disappointed! Upon arrival, I was warmly greeted! My room was on the 2nd floor, and it was a contactless room. The room was super clean! The lanai had an oceanfront view! There was a fridge, and microwave and a little wet bar area (nice amenity, although I did not need on this trip). The only thing I noticed, was that there was no TV. Which I rarely see at a hotel. Funny thing,, is that I never watch TV while traveling lol! There is a pool with seating. Overall, this was a very good choice! I would definitely stay here again!

Great experience.Harris the manager was very accommodating and helpful.Roomwas clean and everything worked.Close to everything.Highly recommended.No ac but you won't need it ocean breeze at night very comfortable sleeping weather.Ocean waves right outside your door Im very picky about my hotels and this one is in my top 10.You can't go wrong here.

So glad we stayed at Kona Tiki Hotel! Loved the ocean view and hearing the waves all night. It was great to have a kitchenette so we didn't have to go out to eat all the time. You don't even need the tv as you are mesmerized by the ocean. Will be staying here again!

We stayed four nights overlooking the ocean. Jim was by far the best most hospitable host! Because it's a smaller overall place, we got to know many other guests each night and during the day at the pool. The room is small with no closet or air conditioning but it didn't bother us a bit. Wear less and get out and enjoy the local town. If you want to spend a little more money, request the top corner unit which provides more space and more amenities. Jim let us watch our last sunset from that balcony. We would 100 % return to this gem.

What a great place to relax and really take it easy. We spent seven days here and really enjoyed our stay. The room was clean and comfortable. We had a bit of a bathroom issue in our first room, but the hotel managers were super helpful and allowed us to switch rooms; they were very eager to ensure our stay was comfortable. Jim, the hotel manager is a delight; I would return again just to have another chat with him. You should consider this location for a restful getaway!

My honest rating would be 4.5 stars (Adding AC to this place would make it a true 5/5) but we had a very lovely stay here! Pros: -The ocean view from the room & lanai. I already miss this view! Absolutely gorgeous. Every room has an ocean view, which was a big sell for me. -Kitchenette had everything we needed - plates, cups, mugs, silverware, a fridge, sink, microwave, coffee maker, electric kettle, and more. -comfortable bed -pool area - we often had the pool to ourselves, and this was a nice spot to have lunch under umbrellas and look out at the ocean! -we didn't use them but they provide gear for the beach that you can use! (chairs, coolers, etc.) -Karen, the property manager, was very responsive, friendly, and helpful! Check-in was a breeze via text. Cons: -no AC. But they do have a ceiling fan and an extra fan that you can use. We used these fans non-stop to keep cool, with the windows open. -pool water was very salty; there's a sign that warns you not to open your eyes underwater, so don't ignore that warning! -parking lot is pretty tight, especially if it's full. We mostly parked on the street to ensure we could get in and out easily. Overall, I highly recommend staying here! The breathtaking view from your own room/lanai alone is worth it.

The Full Big Island Experience! You have two options on where to stay when visiting the Big Island. Option 1. The big resort. This comes with a small beach (beaches are not the Big Island thing), but all beaches in Hawaii are public anyway. Then of course you have a resort mall like the mall at home. You have the resort air conditioning and chlorinated pool. In fact you could put the same resort in California or Florida. Who cares? Option 2. Kona Tiki Hotel. Small. Clean. Efficient. Ergonometric design to maximize comfort. Each room has a lanai (balcony) with table and comfortable chairs. Each lanai all but hangs over a small inlet where waves crash and bubble as they will. Surfers and boarders will give you a free show. Schools of Yellow Tang and Sugar fish swim right under your lanai. Ever use one of those noise machines to sleep? This is the wave option. A double sliding screen door opens to the lanai. Walk in shower. Sultry coconut shower gel. Small, unobtrusive kitchenette with microwave, fridge, and separate counter whose drawers are stocked with glasses, plates, silverware. Next to the office is an ice machine and purified water -- Big Island water is great from the faucet -- unlike most municipal waters. A ceiling fan and stand alone fan keep air moving along with the sea breeze. We visited in May. Temps were 84-74. We were more than comfortable. We never slept so well. Especially when traveling. Want to get away? No TV. No Telephone (okay, you've got your cell anyway). Excellent wi-fi. Yes, I had to stream a ball game. No clock. No AC -- you don't need it. Pool. I hate chlorine pools. Chlorine attacks my eyes and sinuses and I need a shower and moisturizer when I'm done. The Tiki Motel pool is SALT water with a dash of unnoticeable chlorine. In fact at high tide, the sea waves splash over the sea wall and into the pool! Neat! Catch a beautiful sunset from the staircase or walk about 1/4 mile and catch it at a beach with palms. Local food. There is a little breakfast-brunch place about 1/4 mile south that we walked to for breakfast (and often purchased sandwiches for excursions). One of the best restaurants on the island is just up the hill, and beachfront shopping, parasailing, and restaurants are 1 mile north (also an easy walk). All your tour pickups are within 5-8 minute drives. NO CONTEST. OPTION 2, KONO TIKI HOTEL WINS! SO RELAX. Melt into Hawaii. Give your nerves a vacation: Let your five senses experience the magic and calming of the Big Island. Choose the Kona Tiki!

We found this little boutique motel online and couldn't be more pleased! The rooms are small but quaint. The Oceanview was spectacular, and we enjoyed sitting out on the lanai watching the surf. Hosts thoughtfully offered a variety of items to make your stay enjoyable - travel books, reef friendly sunblock, beach chairs, boogie boards, umbrellas, and snorkel gear. Rooms have basic kitchen items- dishes and utensils, a microwave, coffee pot, toaster, and electric water pot. My only complaints would be that the parking lot is very small and tight, but we parked across the street and had no issues. In the room, the shower seemed to have a mind of its own, and it was hard to regulate the water temperature. However, the good by far outweighed the bad, and I would be happy to recommend this hotel for someone traveling

This place is wrong in several ways. Karen asked for a quiet room, instead got a place on the highway that had traffic going all night. Very loud. Then there's the spotlights going off and on all night. No curtains. No sleep. And the room shower was clogged the whole time we were there. A minor point, as compared to every other place we stayed in, there was no shoal or shampoo. A good point, it's right on the ocean.

I didn't want to write this review - not because the hotel isn't amazing (it's incredible!) - but because I wanted to keep it to myself as the best secret on Big Island! It's been recently remodeled and exceeded my expectations in terms of comfort, ambience, cleanliness, etc. Karen, the property manager, was incredible and super accommodating during my visit. There's no TV or AC, but there's a gorgeous breeze that keeps everything nice and cool & if you come to Big Island for the TV, you need to check your priorities. The sound of the waves crashing will lull you to sleep and the ocean views make waking up every morning feel like you're in a fairytale. Run, don't walk, to make your reservation.

What an outstanding renovation!! This is by far the best run away in Kona! I get here as often as I can.

Ahhhhh, the Kona Tiki. What do you do when a month before your vacation, you realize that you booked a VBRO for the wrong year? Freak out. I was freaking out. I wanted to get us a spot with an ocean view, within walking distance to town. Not so difficult months & months in advance but a few weeks? Yikes. I stumbled upon the Kona Tiki website by way of Google maps. I put in our dates & crossed my fingers. To my surprise, a room was available. Every single room is ocean front. The lanais offer up gorgeous views of the water. You can sit and watch the Yellow Tang tumble amongst the crashing waves. The kitchenettes come stocked with all the necessities. Check in was a breeze. Karen was cheerful and friendly. It was comforting to be greeted by her smile every morning during the continental breakfast. She even let us say goodbye to the sun with the conch shell & lighting of the tiki torches. My husband was fascinated by the old school put the end of the key into the hole keys. The help yourself, just take care of it and return it coolers, snorkel gear, floaties, and beach chairs are so convenient. It's a hop skip and a jump over to Honl's beach where the boogie board was born. Parking is tight but we never had an issue finding a spot, even though there was no vacancy, and it's free! The rooms do not have air conditioning, but I knew that going in. Whenever we got warm, we opened up the Lanai doors, turned on the ceiling fan, and took a dip in the pool. If you are looking for a clean, retro, welcoming, cozy, oceanfront bargain in a prime location, the Kona Tiki is your best choice. Aloha!

If you like hearing the waves crash you'll live this small independent hotel. Only 17 guests with good size rooms, comfy king bed, clean and updated. The waves crash over the sea walk into the pool, which is rarely crowded. Pleasant managers and placed close to restaurants and snorkel beaches. Only reason for 4 stars is it is on a busy road and you can hear traffic but you'll sleep just fine.

This a wonderful property and a true hidden gem. The beds were so comfy and the crashing of the waves provide a sweet serenade. The room has character and was spotless. The managers were are very helpful and sweet humans which created a perfect relaxing environment. The hotel is walking distance to town with bars and restaurants. We are already planning our future getaway here. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Perfect setting. All rooms have waves crashing right below your Lenai. A bit of a do-it-yourself kind of place but staff were right there whenever we asked for something. We had been there 11yrs before and were amazed to find it's just the same. Close enough to walk to downtown yet not in the congested area. Kitchenette is fine for making light meals. Highly recommend.

This hotel is a hidden gem. The ocean view is amazing. You can relax listening to the waves. It is walking distance to town if you decide not to rent a car. Having a Lanai all to your self is amazing to watch the ocean. The managers are so friendly and helpful, they make you feel at home. You feel so relaxed here. I took a walk to town, saw dolphins and sea turtles. Also had a coffee tasting, an amazing day. I highly recommend staying here.

We had a lovely time at the Kona Tiki Hotel! Karen was absolutely wonderful and made sure our stay was fantastic! The views from the Lanai were amazing with the most beautiful sunsets, and just as amazing sounds of the waves crashing against the sea wall all night long! Thank you Karen!

We are staying here now. It is a quaint older hotel right on the water. It has a lanai right off the room with a little table and chairs. There is a pool right next to the bay. We watch dolphin excursions from the lanai in the morning while we eat the free continental breakfast of bagels, English muffins, coffee and delicious fruit. Our room has a little refrigerator but no microwave. The resident managers are very helpful and friendly giving the place a homey feel. They included us in the tiki torch lighting and blowing of the conch shell last night- very fun. The only thing that bothered me was there is no curtain over window and light streams in the room at night. Oh, there is no air conditioner but we were comfortable with the ceiling fan. They let you take their towels, chairs and coolers to the beach.

This place is great! Each room has a beachfront view, and the staff is extremely friendly. The suite is very roomy and has an amazing view! It has a pool and a very nice patio. it's within walking distance to town and has breakfast every morning out on the patio. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a great view, great staff, and overall a great place to stay.

We loved our stay at this quaint little hotel. The location is super convenient to restaurants, bars, and a luau . We walked from the hotel to eat every night- very thankful we didn't have to mess with parking . The views from our balcony were amazing ! Breakfast was good- simple , but good! It did get hot in the rooms but we left our balcony door open and there was always a nice breeze . We truly felt like we were living the island dream with the sound of the ocean every night . It was also a quiet place- there are not a lot of amenities so I believe that's why there was not any families with young kids there . Perfect for us - we have been there and done that with small kids so it's nice to stay somewhere and have absolute peace and quiet ! We hope to get back to Kona and we hope ownership never changes - we would stay here again without a doubt!

Kona Tiki Hotel is perfect. I grew up living less than 1/4 block from the Ocean. Kona Tiki reminded me of a Hotel we visited many yrs until we moved, making the Salt Water our front yard. It's very well taken care of, super clean, ocean breeze flowing through our room. The folks managing it are beyond amazing. We feel like we are generously welcomed and well taken care of. (Currently renovating but easily navigated thru it during our stay) Thank you to all who all who made our stay amazing

This hotel was our first experience with Hawaii and we loved it! We really got the retro 50's Hawaiian feel we were looking for. And the price is amazing considering you get a room that is just a few feet from the ocean. We loved the sound of the waves crashing and it was awesome to swim in the pool that was right on the ocean. We got in late and had the pool to ourselves. Being able to feed the moray eels over the lava rock wall was groovy too! Also waking up to exotic bird sounds was exciting. I'm grateful that management feeds the birds to attract them and make this experience possible. The room itself was basic but clean and comfortable. It never got too hot without AC. Mahalo to management, Gary and Michelle, they were great too!

What's worse than a cockroach? Everything was going pretty well with our 3-day stay here. Good service, nice breakfast, beautiful ocean view.. Everything until a HUGE cockroach dropped into the shower from the ceiling while my wife was taking a shower! Fine, no biggie, I put a cup over it and called the office for someone to remove it. It's 10:30pm, no answer. I head down to the office and no one's there. From what we were told when we checked in, there's this button on the front desk that's connected to the manager's room in case there's any issues. Well, it's been removed. Ok, no worries. I walk over to the manager's room 104 and knock for several minutes, after which, Jen, the manager, finally answers. To keep it short, she says.. it's a waterbug, not a cockroach, go remove it. It's an island, get over it. Here, *hands me a paper towel*, I'll give you this to remove it. Hello what? Did I pay here as a guest to be your pest control? And that's not to mention the fact that you must have some telepathic powers to know it's a true waterbug without bothering to go and see it? I collected waterbugs for my bug project in school (got an A- btw), there is a HUGE difference between them and dirty cockroaches you delusional idiot! She says, do you know what time it is? You're a guy, go get it yourself. Here, *shakes the paper towel* At this point we go back n' forth with me trying to explain the concept of hospitality, while she continually reminds me I'm a guy. The thing is, I don't think anyone wants to pick up others' roaches when you are paying as guests. Does this need to be explained? Are we breaking new grounds here? Well, I still have the roach in the cup with water, and am contemplating walking up to her and say "here's your 'waterbug' you dirty whore, take a look" and douse it on her face. But my wife, being my better half, convinced me otherwise. Anyway, I posted a pic from the shower, you decide. Because of Jen, not the cockroach, we will not be returning.

After staying in hostels for two weeks while we toured the Big Island, we decided to "splurge" to stay at this ocean view hotel. Yes, the rooms are simple, but otherwise there is no way these accommodations would be so affordable. And why would you come all the way to Hawaii to sit in your room and watch TV? For less than $100/ night we enjoyed an ocean view balcony (Kona sunset included!), pool, and a complimentary breakfast and use of the pool-side BBQ and various beach accessories (body boards, cooler). The staff were all friendly and very helpful. We didn't have a car which made this the perfect location for us- about a mile walk north to Ali'i drive shops/restaurants and a 2 mile walk south to the White Sands beach. The location of this hotel allows you to find refuge from the tourist trap area of Ali'i drive (unlike most of the resorts), which is a must. Our wonderful last night was spent grilling Mahi Mahi from KTA on the hotel's outdoor patio, and enjoying fresh papayas and passion fruit (from the outdoor market on Ali'i drive) and a 6-pack of Longboard from the Kona Brewery at sunset. One of my favorite Big Island evenings!

This place is awesome. Perfect location, the view is really nice. They have so many things they share too.... BBQ, Big Island books, maps, sunblock, flippers and masks... mostly things people have left behind. Room 106 and 206 are the only single rooms non-kitchen. 106 was pretty noisy in the morning, 206 is better in my opinion. We stayed cool at night, and breakfast was ready every morning from 7-9 to fill our bellies. Internet and parking as well as breakfast are all included. Did not have issues with parking and if they run out of space they take care of moving vehicles for you. All around friendly staff and owners.

Excellent !Very friendly owner.Clean cosy rooms with sight to the pacific near by .And a good Swimmingpool..We can watch when the sun is going down. Good breakfast we will certainly come back.

This hotel was such a great find. I had a very nice room with a small kitchen and a lovely private balcony with a view of the ocean. I could even see little yellow fish in the reef below from my balcony! The free continental breakfast is very good and you can use their BBQ. It's about a 15min walk to the restaurant/shopping strip and if you don't rent a car there is a bus about once an hour that goes all the way to Captain Cook, stopping at a few beaches and a shopping mall along the way.

Great views, small kitchen area good for people on a budget who do not want to air bnb. Stayed for about 7 days and it was clean. However if you want to watch tv , or air conditioning consider another hotel. The hotel has a pool to swim in and patio to sit outside and watch the ocean view, can get a bit humid. Free parking and bagels offered for breakfast

Found this place for a one day stay while waiting for a late night flight. The warm welcome from Karen made this place feel like home and we were even able to get a cozy room with a beautiful view of the ocean. Walking distance from all the shops and restaurants too! Definitely recommend!

Wow. This place is amazing! We have a vacation rental home on the Big Island, but arrived a few days early when there were guests in it, and decided to just be tourists and stay in town. We do NOT like resorts. We are not "resort wear" people. This place was relaxed and fun, and just our style, as were the people who were staying there. Basic room, no TV, no phone... if you are on Island and staying in your room watching TV, you don't get it. You know you are in the right place when there are locals taking "stay-cations" there! Amazing value- every room is oceanfront with a beautiful view from private balconies. Close to town. You won't find that anywhere else for Kona Tiki's prices. Unlimited ice provided, and coolers, floaties, snorkel gear, boogie boards, chairs... all the stuff you need to be tourists or just hang at the pool and keep your drinks icy! Room was old-fashioned (no giant bathroom) but very clean. Bed was super comfy. Nice breakfast spread every morning. Managers were awesome and very accommodating. Barbecues are available at the pool. Get back to the hotel and make your own dinner and watch the sunset, and you will avoid the parking problem. I will definitely be recommending this place to our guests who want a little time in town before staying at our house in Milolii (Ricks Place VRBO/514262). And we will be back! Melanie and Dan

This small hotel is right on the ocean - in fact, the waves were so big last night they were crashing over the sea wall and into the pool. The ocean does also make it difficult to sleep as every room has a private linai overlooking this powerful section of surf. The management was very friendly and helpful. I'd say the biggest negative here was the very small parking lot. The beds are cozy but as someone else pointed out, the pillows are super flat. Very retro and older feel to it. At 7 pm they hold a small ceremony to light the tiki torches as someone blows a conch shell. Lots of beach equipment to borrow and the pool looked nice. Lots of places to sit and relax. The breakfast was simple but fresh and good. I think it's overall a good value for the area.

What a great find! The people were amazing, the other guests were great and the view is outstanding. It's a little far ways to Kona but we walked it every night and managed to stumble back without too much trouble. Even after a dozen Mai Thais and some Kava. Join everyone for the complimentary breakfast. They play old Hawaiian music on the radio and you can sit by the pool, look at the ocean and eat some amazing local fruit! I've heard people say that the waves are too loud at night. WHAT?!?! If you can complain about that, then just kill yourself because there is nothing in this world that can make you happy. "Honey, the sounds of crashing waves in this tropical paradise are keeping me awake!". Broooother! We stayed on the ground floor closest to the street (also closest to the waves). Believe me: I WISH I had those waves outside of every window in my life.

This is a special place: a no-frills hotel in a great place at an incredibly low price right on the ocean. And I mean RIGHT ON the ocean. Your room is 20 or so feet from the crashing waves which can be quite loud when you're going to sleep. If you want quiet when you lie to sleep, this place is not for you. Me, I love it. You also get a small veranda from which you can sit, dry your swimsuit and take in the beautiful view. The rooms also have no TV or phone, perfect for an isolated getaway. You do get a mini-frige. My only complaint is that there isn't enough lighting. The hotel is also conveniently located in between the center of town and the beaches to the south. There is a great pool right next to the ocean, the continental breakfast has fresh local fruit, the staff are friendly & helpful, and provide beach towels, straw mats and beach chairs at no cost. The parking lot is very small, however, so make sure you don't scrape your rental car on the lava rocks at the edges.

Don't come here if you're looking for a luxury hotel experience, but if you're looking for a quirky, clean, affordable and friendly place that is within walking distance of any place in Kona than this is your obvious choice. Jim and his wife are incredible hosts (they just took over a couple weeks ago so any negative past reviews aren't in reference or them) and encourage their guests to gather on the patio and socialize. It feels like you landed in the middle of an ongoing extended family reunion. The rooms aren't fancy, but are clean and comfortable. No air conditioning but we were there during the hottest week of the year and had no problems. The rooms catch a nice cross breeze and Jim will give you a fan if you need a little extra cooling at night. The hotel is right on the ocean, and the sound of the waves give you a relaxing soundtrack to fall asleep to. One quick tip, the rooms don't have as many outlets as most hotels so if you are a multiple-cell-phone family than it is probably worth your while to bring a power-strip.

Nice lodge, nice view from the room. Friendly staff, except for the maid. Ocean wave sound at night, a little warm at night without air con. Nice breakfast in the morning. Mostly seniors staying there. So they are pretty quiet and mellow.

This place is right, right, right next to the water! We could see fishes in the water from our balcony! ...And that's enough, seem to think the owners. Nothing really comes on top. The rooms are ok, not super clean, but I guess I'm a little demanding about that. The breakfast is average, but you take it in front of the water. The keepers are nice and helpful. The price is basically justified by the location. There's not much more than that.

This place is really cute and unique with great management and great care. The staff really made us feel at home on our honeymoon trip the rooms are clean all facing the ocean however I don't recommend The Corner Room next to the road. Was a bit loud with all the traffic driving by.

There are many things to love about the Kona Tiki Hotel. The prices are fantastic. All the rooms have balconies with great views of the ocean. The hospitality is incredibly warm. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay in October. The deluxe rooms have a queen bed, a twin bed, and a mini fridge. The bathroom layout was a bit cramped, but hopefully you won't be spending too much time there. The property is well maintained with nice landscaping and an array of birds. There is also gear (noodles, boogie boards, flippers) as well as a grill that guests are free to use. Gary and Michelle, the managers who live in Kona for about half the year, had plenty of great suggestions for exploring the Big Island. One thing we weren't so fond of was the parking situation. The property has more rooms available than parking spaces, so the solution is to have three cars parked down the middle of the narrow lot in between two rows of vehicles (this is a very small complaint though, and it didn't detract from our experience). We'll definitely return the next time we're in Kona. Mahalo for everything!

Room: Clean, about the same size as your standard hotel room, bed was of med. comfort. View of the ocean (from every other room as well from what I understand). Breakfast: free. standard fare, but still very nice to have included. Pool: clean and a bit salty because it's right beside the ocean (which we liked). Property: Cozy and cute. Service: very friendly and helpful. Pointed us in the direction of some great easy snorkling and there was gear there to use if there had been a need. Overall, very reasonable price and within walking distance of shops and a small beach down the road. Very nice to hear the ocean at night. It is loud so there are ear plugs for the sensitive. My better half is so it bothered him, but even though I'm a light sleeper, the waves did not bother me at all. We hope to make it back some day.

I was so impressed with the helpful receptionist. Made reservations quickly and easily and got great ideas on how to enjoy our stay in Kona. Thank you to the professional staff!

After looking everywhere for a place with good reviews and a decent price I found this hotel! I was skeptical about it considering the price but it was a nice place to stay at. $89 is a steal! The owners are really nice and do their best to make suggestions on where to go. They have fruit and bagels every morning but you need to wake up early if you don't want it to be gone by the time you get out there. The only downside about the hotel is the lack of ac but since it is literally right by the water you get a nice breeze. I did not choose to sleep with the balcony door open since there is no screen and being a humid environment there's lots of bugs. On one occasion we had a flying cockroach come in so we decided to keep the balcony door closed after that.

I tried to make a reservation at the Kona Tiki Hotel. I received an email telling me to call the hotel after I made an online reservation... So I called finally and was greeted by the owner - so she sounded like - as Alyssa. She was the most rude front desk agent or owner I have ever experienced in my life. Based on my experience I recommend anybody should think twice about staying at this hotel. They truly don't want your business and they don't care... Unbelievable. ...

No air conditioning. No TV. No phone. The BEST place to stay if you want simple Hawaii! We have stayed prior at the more expensive resorts such as Hilton Waikaloa and condos like the Kona Reef but this is our favorite place to relax. Everyone has been friendly and helpful. I personally wouldn't bother management for a silly bug. And we have never seen one here in our many visits. The waves hit feet away from the room making every night very relaxing.

What a find. The manager Karen is wonderful and gave us a warm welcome. This small hotel is a great value, close enough to walk to restaurants (about 0.7 miles), and clean. My only complaints are the pillows and it takes a long time for warm water to reach our unit (301). There is WiFi, but in our room it is terrible - dropped connection and spotty signal strength making checking email, and local research extremely exasperating.

Stayed here with a large group of people in May and have to say that the management started it being easy to work with, but it was soon apparent that they lived on site and used this hotel as their getaways as well- meaning smokes and drinks by the pool each afternoon. They have a hard time keeping their books straight and bad our large group's check-in and out dates in a huge mess. The hotel itself isn't anything spectacular, but the prices make it worth the stay and the view- it's right on the ocean. Would stay here again if the management wasn't a bunch of unprofessional whackos.

Definitely wouldn't stay here. Blonde lady at the activities desk was SO RUDE! Got up early to wait for our tour bus and given our bus wasn't going to come for another 30 min. we were about to sit down in the patio facing the ocean and the lady came right out and snapped at my friend and I saying, "Oh NO, NO, NO, you're not sitting here! You need to go over there by the dumpster by the street!" Totally not in line with the warm hospitality & positive energy we've received everywhere else. Not a good start to the day. Mahalo!

This place offers basic accommodations. example: No A/C However, you have ceiling Fans in the room. You can open the balcony door. The hotel is right on the ocean wall. (However, there is no beach access at the hotel's location). So, you can hear the water all the time you are in the room. This was cool for me. Bathrooms are old and show their age. However, the rooms are cheap! and it gets sold out months in advance. The free breakfast was awesome!! They have mangoes and pineapple for breakfast!!! The owners or their friends are usually present on property all the time. They are very friendly. Parking is very tricky, especially if you come late. However, you have one assured parking spot. If you are the last one in, then, you will have to leave your car key with the hotel management, so they can move the car if necessary. I will return again, especially if I am still on low-budgets. Its walking distance to some restaurants. There is some beach access nearby. HOwever, the nicer beaches are farther away (driving distances).

Stayed a few days for an 8th year anniversary. Our visit here was absolutely amazing! Rooms are right up against the oceanfront and the common area has has a beautiful unobstructed view of the sunset over the coast - the view is gorgeous and the sunset was breathtaking every evening. Perfect way to spend an anniversary! Our hosts, Mike and Jan, are the best kind of hosts you can ask for. They really treat you like family and go the extra mile to make sure you enjoy your trip. They tipped us off to the best places to go based on our interests (and we got to see sea turtles in the water while swimming at the beach! based on their advice). There's also a torch lighting and conch shell ceremony they hold at night that brings the guests together. We always came back late and missed them. But on our last night, they held an extra ceremony just for us two so we could have the real "Kona Tikki" experience! I can't imagine that kind of dedication to a great memorable stay anywhere else. I can also go on and on about how they have free snorkeling and beach gear equipment, free breakfast, free parking, they have pools, and etc etc. If you are looking for a simple, quiet, and scenic getaway this is the place you want to be!

Stayed at the Kona TIki for 3 days. WOW!! Ocean front sleeping in paradise. The waves are literally 20 feet from your door...no its not too loud. Nice small complex with 12 or so units. Very communal feeling. Clean rooms. No TV or AC, who needs that stuff? THe weather is always nice. TV?? You are trying to escape all that bullshit, go watch the ocean or go out and see Hawaii!! Had the kitchenette so we saved money making dinners etc. Owners are very nice and friendly. Good price. Well worth it. Far enough down Alii drive so its pretty much removed from the tourist trappings north about a mile. We'll be back. A+++