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June 2024 by Catherine Allen
We enjoyed the koi pond and cooling off in the pool,playing with the paddle board,warming up in the hot tub,lying around on the plentiful loungers,watching the sunsets,meeting other guests .Carol and Kevin brought us a some treats and directed us to the aloe vera plants for medicinal purposes and they kindly mailed back to me an important item I left behind.Good access to floating with the manta rays,2 step beach for snokeling and visiting the historical "place of refuge " site.
Walkability: not great on the local roads which are small and twisty
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April 2024 by Arianna Thurow
Spectacular in every way. This place is quiet, secluded, and has a gorgeous sunset view. The staff is very friendly and responsive while also respecting an introverts space. I will stay here again if I return to Hawaii. I would love to bring my teenaged sons.
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January 2024 by Hannah Berson
Our stay at Luana Inn in Captain Cook was hands down the highlight of our Hawaii vacation. Diana and Yousef, the hosts, were like long-lost friends, making our time there unforgettable.Arriving on Christmas day with most places closed, we thought dinner might be a challenge. But Diana and Yousef blew us away with a homemade feast, showing true Hawaiian hospitality.The inn itself, perched above the ocean in Captain Cook, is a hidden gem. Quiet, well-maintained, and surrounded by beautiful gardens, it's a perfect escape from the touristy hustle.Waking up to fresh papaya and starfruit picked outside our door was a delightful touch. It's these small details that make Luana Inn stand out.In a nutshell, if you're looking for a genuine Hawaiian experience with hosts who go above and beyond, Luana Inn is your spot. Five stars don't do it justice. It's a taste of paradise on the Big Island. need way more than 5 stars to describe our fantastic experience at the Luana Inn. The inn was our final stop on our tour of the island. Our inn keeper hosts, Diana and Yousef, were incredibly warm and hospitable. They even made us dinner on Christmas day after we told them all the local restaurants were closed. The inn is above the ocean in Captain Cook, a quiet town south of Kona. The property is gorgeous and perfectly maintained. We loved the gorgeous gardens. Our breakfast included papaya and starfruit that were picked outside our unit.
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May 2023 by Cindy Lam
My friends and I booked two rooms separately for 3 nights at the end of April. I liked how private and secure the property felt. It is very clean from garbage and most dust. I like that there are coffee maker, microwave, and tea kettle, and refrigerator. The provided toiletries were of unknown origin and very watered down and drying. I had to buy my own because I was uncomfortable with it. However the Moana room has many unsealed spots including the random door to the common room where MANY geckos, millipedes, and others crawled in. It is also 2.5 feet away from the lawn and flower beds where we saw a baby centipede. The other pests are mostly harmless but I was deathly afraid of a centipede. I was told by staff that they do not use any chemicals to treat for pests and to not touch the centipede and that this is normal in a jungle environment. I would have not booked if I knew this. I felt like this was a poor excuse since I'd just stayed in the literal jungle in Volcano area. Friend's room was fine except a giant palm sized spider one night. I had to beg them to change my room for the rest of my nights. There I'd only see geckos and millipedes in the bathroom only though some windows were missing glass panels and impossible to close. There is no breakfast, and there is no room service. You may contact the staff during your stay through two phone numbers. My stay would have been relaxing if it weren't for the pests. I stayed awake the first night nodding on and off to see a new pest on the floor or the wall.
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March 2023 by John Olson
Our vacation was wondering. Great place to stay. Clean, great views. Beutiful pool and hot tub, nice. Diane was so great and accommodating. Snorkeling was great and real close. Away from the tourist row. Quite and relaxing. My next vacation I would love to come back. ?
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March 2023 by Catherine Tortosa
We had a wonderful stay, everything was there to make you feel good, the comfort of the rooms, the cleanliness, the view.The welcome, kindness and professionalism of Youssef and his wife.We recommend with your eyes closed
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March 2023 by Maudie Jordan
Amazing. Relaxing. Peaceful space to breathe in Hawaii. The kindness of the owner and her employees shows. Feels like a family. We will be back. ♥️
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March 2023 by Patrick Abbott
If you want to be 20 minutes from Kona and super close to best snorkeling on island - this is a great spot. We had 1 bedroom with living room which was perfect for my wife and I and daughter. There are bugs and lizards ar night so keep your door closed?. Responsive host. Great pool and view.
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March 2023 by Anya Razina
It's a beautiful home on the hill, very private, spacious, and clean.You wake up to the songs of a million birds. It's all green, and you can see the ocean far away.The host was exceptional in adjusting to our arrival time and was easy to communicate with.It's a super eco-friendly place, with a chlorine-free pool, recycling, and a big garden filled with cool lizards and magnificent flowers.It's not on the beach (as expected), so you need a car to get to the beach and local restaurants. The hosts give you a great list of places to check out for breakfast, coffee and dinner.The room was spotless and large, with a big comfortable bed. There is also a cute community area with books and coaches. Very cozy and feels like home.I highly recommend this spot for a romantic getaway, meditative private time, or family vacation—a fabulous experience.
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March 2022 by Jayne Kainulainen
I did not stay here, just toured the place. Lovely ocean views! Pool and hot tub looked inviting. The site on a hill with nice breezes blowing through.
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March 2022 by Crystal Howland
Walk to beach is not very safe.
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March 2022 by Teresa Price
The Luana Inn is wonderful. The property is gorgeous, well-kept, and in a great location. The ocean view is outstanding! Our room was poolside and had everything we needed including a fridge and coffee pot. The bed is very comfortable. This property is very quiet and peaceful. Sometimes the only noise comes from the palm branches blowing in the breeze. I highly recommend the Luana Inn and hope we can stay again someday.
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March 2022 by Ling Zhang
Amazing place with lovely plants and hot tub
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March 2020 by Kathy Wolff
We loved our 6 day stay here! The room was clean and had many nice touches like a clothes drying rack, wonderful crossbreeze, lovely view, and a serviceable kitchenette. The patio was fantastic with a lovely clean pool, hot tub we used every night, clean and comfy patio furniture, incredible views of sunset, and perfect for stargazing at night! Our host was very helpful and friendly with great knowledge of local things to do and see. We would return here in a heartbeat!
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March 2020 by Stefan Andreasen
This is a fantastic location where we stayed 4 nights. The property itself is well maintained and the staff is super friendly. The view is fantastic, there is a pool with a view, and all the things you can do nearby are among the best on the island. Snorkling Captain Hook and visiting the national park nearby for BBQ in the sunset js a must. Highly recommended.
