Is Studio Kohala Big Island Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Studio Kohala Big Island Ocean View?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio Kohala Big Island Ocean View on 10 Nov 2025 start from NZ$528.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Studio Kohala Big Island Ocean View located?

Located in Kohala Estates, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pua Mau Place Arboretum and Pua Mau Place Botanic & Sculpture Garden. Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company Visitor's Center and Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Studio Kohala Big Island Ocean View Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent L.

1 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Studio with a nice view and super nice host

Very nice host, warm and welcoming. We stayed 3 nights. Overall a good value and a relaxing place to stay. Reliable internet, comfortable bed, clean bathroom. Appreciated that they brought us a fruit plate of delicious mango/banana from their property.My only disappointment were the swarms of mosquitoes, and I had misunderstood that it was a free-standing studio cottage; it’s a downstairs studio below their main home. But overall we had a nice stay!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renate E.

22 Oct 2024

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Beautiful sunsets

the location was fantastic, sea view and wonderful sunsets, nothing was missing, friendly hosts, we got fresh fruit every day

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

5 Jan 2025

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N. Hawaii views and birds

From your breakfast table far up from the north coast, you can watch and hear birds and see a vast expanse of ocean, sky and the Kona coast. At dinner enjoy fabulous sunsets. Hosts are most welcoming and have some yummy fruit treats too. We had a most enjoyable second stay and hope to return!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

18 Apr 2024

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Great views!

Loves the outdoor space!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

2 Aug 2025

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Perfect Hawaiian Getaway

A truly beautiful piece of paradise! The lanai was absolutely incredible and the photos don’t do it justice. It’s even more breathtaking in person. The ocean views, sunsets, and stargazing were unforgettable. Sitting outside and seeing the Milky Way with the naked eye was a magical, unexpected gift.Although the studio is located beneath the hosts’ home, it felt completely private, and Mitsuko and Curt were respectful of our space. At the same time, they made our stay even more special. The fresh fruit tray from their garden was delicious, and their tips about local beaches, farmers markets, and must-see spots were incredibly helpful. We also had no issues with the studio being too hot with our end of July stay. The location is also fantastic, just minutes from some of the best beaches on the island. It was the perfect home base for all of our beach days.As mentioned in another review, if you’re looking for a luxury resort style stay, this would not be it. But if you’re seeking an authentic, relaxing experience with unbeatable views and warm hospitality, I can’t recommend this place enough.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette F.

10 Jun 2023

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Staycation

This was our second stay here and we enjoyed it quite a bit. Great view and location. Nicely set up. Hope to visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renae K.

1 Feb 2025

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Quiet Studio

Perfect studio for our low key stay. Garden is lovely. Quiet neighborhood. Place is clean with basic kitchen items. The welcome basket was well stocked. And several times throughout our stay we had fresh fruiting waiting for us in the morning. Great views of ocean. Nice breeze. Great location. If it rains expect some mosquitos but our hosts had plenty of options to help deter them. Would definetly stay again.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

10 Mar 2023

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Whale Watching Paradise

We had such the perfect stay at Kohala Estates! The view from the lanai was nothing short of spectacular. We were able to see so many whales and it gave us the perfect base of operations to explore the north side of the island.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lenora H.

10 Aug 2023

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Relaxing

Very relaxing beautiful sunsets and sunrises…host was very pleasant and friendly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeWaine T.

27 Jan 2024

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LOVE this rental!

My husband and I so thoroughly enjoy this quiet, peaceful retreat that we have returned year after year. We love the friendly owner/ property manager who makes everything easy and delightful. We will be seeing this place again, (& again)!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrey B.

7 Jul 2023

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Fantastic

Unforgettable views and experience

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W., Riverside, CA

12 Oct 2023

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Great location / Nice place

The studio is small but the wrap around lanai and the floor-to-ceiling garden/ocean view more than made up for that. Wireless worked fine, a/c was nice, bed was comfy. We appreciated all the linens in addition to beach towels and very nice beach chairs. The location was great for us -- a little isolated (in a good way) but close to our favorite beaches and snorkeling spots on the north Kohala coast.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeWaine T.

17 Feb 2023

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Quiet & Mellow, with great view!

A perfect spot to celebrate our anniversary! This small but comfy studio apartment has everything you need for a private get-away. Surrounded by flowers and birds, the lanai is perfect for watching whales and sunsets. The manager was accommodating, and the check-in was flawless. It's a short drive to our favorite beaches. Everything about our time there was perfect! We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

9 Feb 2025

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Thank you Mitsuko!

First off, warnings…do not stay here if you’re expecting a lux experience, and be prepared for whatever the island throws at you. We came after a massive rain, and there was a cloud of mosquitoes chilling on the lanai. It did limit our ability to take advantage of the outdoor space. The accommodations are basic so you get to be creative with your cooking, but it’s all manageable. Now the goods…this place is far more like the air b n b’s of old, with an absolutely personable and responsive host and a quirky charm unique only to it. It’s a FABULOUS place and an absolutely great location for exploring the north Kohala coast. Come prepared to enjoy a remote and secluded spot for watching the flora and fauna of the big island!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian S.

30 Jan 2024

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We had a wonderful stay

The studio is exactly what we were hoping for. We had wonderful views every day and the hosts were extremely nice and helpful. One little remark: the kitchen is rather small (which we knew in advance). So it was nice being able to cook at least some pasta, but if you are planning on cooking extensively then this might be the wrong place. If you are not planning on doing so, we can only highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Vera B.

16 Oct 2023

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Apartment with a View

We are looking forward to it Beautiful, quietly located apartment with great views of the garden and direct views of the sea. The apartment was basically clean, only one shower towel was dirty and certain pillows on the sofa inside and outside had small stains. The communication with the hostess was impeccable and cordial. We even received a small breakfast from her once. The apartment is about 40min from Kona, the nearest larger town Waimea is about 20min by car.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

wesley p.

14 Feb 2023

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Worthwhile, but could be better

Splendid ocean view, clean interior. Nice hosts. Economical rates. However, for us to return the home needs some extensive exterior clean-up...it's far from tidy. Inside the space is dominated by a huge overstuffed sofa. You have to move it to open the small fridge or the cabinet drawers. Toss it out and replace with a bench or loveseat. And invest in a gas barbecue. Charcoal briquets went out in the 80's. Adding a second Tommy B folding beach chair would be nice. Wouldn't hurt to let people know in advance the TV is only 24"

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

29 Mar 2024

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Mahaloa Whale Jump

Thank you, Mitsuko for being a great host and with a wonderful place to stay along the Kohala Coast on Big Island in Hawaii. She was most helpful and accommodating in our communications. Her place was better than expected with fabulous views of the ocean and volcanos. We most liked watching the sunsets from the multiple outdoor and covered lanai spaces. The location was good in proximity to many fine beaches and funky seafood bar restaurant in Kawaihae. Her studio apartment felt cozy and private. The hosts were graciously quiet living above. It is beautifully landscaped adding much color and bird song. It was very clean and neat upon arrival. The large sliding glass doors with screens provided good air circulation and wonderful views from inside as well. The kitchenette was well stocked with equipment for light cooking. The unit was well equipped for beach activities. We would happily use Mitsuko’s place again when visiting the NW part of the Big Island. Highly recommended for those seeking comfort, quiet and outstanding views. Cheers…. Jack B. Gloucester, MA

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendon C.

28 Nov 2024

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Peaceful remote experience

The view was breathtaking, and the surroundings were quiet and peaceful. The unit was substantially clean, and well aired out. The unit was interestingly renovated as there were 3 large sliding glass doors on the 2 exterior walls, but it worked out very well in providing phenomenal views and airflow. They were even lockable: the way to do it was to lock 2 of them from the inside, and then the 3rd one using a key from the outside. Mitsuko and Curt were very inviting hosts; they personally greeted us when we arrived! On the second day, Mitsuko even cut a plate of fruits for us! Without us asking about a later check-out, she even told us that since they didn't have a new guest coming on the day we were departing, we were free to hang out for as long as we wanted until our flight! There were tons of very cute birds and geckos, and their cat was living the dream life just staring at the ocean view. For sensitive sleepers, the birds can get pretty loud in the morning, when the sun comes up. At night, the area is very dark, which is amazing for stargazing! I was able to see the Milky Way with my naked eyes, and even Venus' reflection shimmering on the ocean as it was starting to set. During the daytime, you can see Mauna Kea along with is observatories, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai all in one sweep. On the opposite side, you can see Maui. In fact, I think I even saw Haleakala Observatory with my naked eyes.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Gerianne H.

15 Mar 2024

Liked: Listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location

Cockroaches and No Security

The good news is this property has amazing views, including Hawaii's famous sunsets. The bad news is we found cockroaches in our unit. Being concerned they may travel with us to our next destination, we cleared out first thing in the morning without staying our second reserved night. We would have left immediately upon finding the bugs but there was nowhere else to stay in the immediate vicinity. Secondly, the only entrance to the unit is through sliding glass doors that cannot be locked except when inside the unit. There was no security for our belongings when we were not present. Finally, if you want a place away from everything, this is a good option but there is nowhere to eat. There were literally only two options for dinner on the Saturday night of our arrival. One place had no openings for three weeks, and the other had a live band with a cover charge. We were two weary travelers just trying to get a bite to eat. We immediately communicated with the owners when we found the cockroach. (They live above the rented unit.) We told them we were leaving in the morning. They claimed to have never seen bugs. We had to scramble at the last minute to find a place to stay on our last night on the Big Island and of course had to pay a huge sum for a last minute booking. The owners refused to provide any compensation for the night we did not spend in their unit. While you may enjoy the quiet and the view, beware of the bugs, security, and the owners. Oh, and bring your own food.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald P.

4 Aug 2025

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comfortable

vary comfortable stay wonderful hosts.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

15 Jul 2025

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Sunsets, Stars, and Serenity

We couldn’t have asked for a better place to end our 10-day trip to the Big Island. The property was beautiful and peaceful, with unbeatable views—sunsets that took our breath away and a night sky absolutely littered with stars. It was the perfect spot to relax and soak it all in. Communication was smooth and easy, and the hosts were incredibly kind and welcoming. We felt taken care of from start to finish. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a peaceful escape with unforgettable views!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelique C.

5 Jun 2025

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This was a convenient location, very private and peaceful with excellent views and hospitality! Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

1 Jun 2025

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Lovely place with wonderful hosts

We Loved the night we spent here and are already planning a more extended return stay. Be sure to do the outrigger canoe trip -

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

22 May 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The view from the lanai is outstanding. Clean, neat, and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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