Aeolian Ranch
Description
- Hotel class: 3-star guest house
- Address: 73-4620 Old Government Mauka Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States
- Nearest airport: Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA)
- Airport distance: About 5.2 miles (8.3 km), around a 15 minute drive
- Airport shuttle: No airport shuttle listed
- Parking: Free private parking
- Overall guest rating: 7.5/10
- Smoking policy: Non-smoking throughout
- Property type: Guest house with ground-floor rooms, shared bathrooms, and a shared kitchen
- Best suited for: Budget solo travellers and couples, guests who want sea or mountain views and a communal kitchen, and travellers happy with a rustic, self-catering stay
Aeolian Ranch is a small guest house in Kalaoa, above Kailua-Kona on the Big Island, not a hotel. Its pitch is simple and budget-first: a ground-floor room with a kitchenette, sea or mountain views, a shared lounge and kitchen, and free parking, a short drive from Kona Airport and downtown Kailua-Kona. There is no restaurant, no breakfast service, no pool, and bathrooms are shared.
Guest Experience
7.5/10
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Area |
Score |
|---|---|
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Staff |
8.6 |
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Location |
8.2 |
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Free Wi-Fi |
8.2 |
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Value for Money |
7.7 |
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Comfort |
7.4 |
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Cleanliness |
7.1 |
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Facilities |
7.1 |
What Guests Like
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Theme |
What guests say |
|---|---|
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Views |
Panoramic ocean views from the common lounge, sea and mountain views from rooms |
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Staff |
Friendly and helpful owners and staff |
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Location |
Quiet neighbourhood, easy drive to Kona Airport and downtown Kailua-Kona |
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Kitchen |
Well-equipped shared kitchen, good for cooking your own meals |
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Lounge |
Spacious shared living room |
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Price |
Budget-friendly for Kona, free parking and free Wi-Fi |
Main Guest Complaints
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Theme |
What guests say |
|---|---|
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Cleanliness |
Mixed reviews, some rooms reported as dirty or run-down |
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Noise |
Noise travels through the house, thin walls reported |
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Finding it |
Hard to find despite directions, do not rely only on maps |
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Check-in |
Individual reports of no one there at arrival and unanswered phone calls |
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Charges |
One guest reported a disputed extra charge after checkout |
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Facilities |
Shared bathrooms, no breakfast, no restaurant, no pool |
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Area |
A car is needed, little to walk to nearby |
Rooms & Suites
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Room Type |
Beds |
Sleeps |
|---|---|---|
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King Room with Mountain View |
1 king bed |
2 people |
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King Room with Sea View |
1 king bed |
2 people |
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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View |
1 king bed |
2 people |
Room Facilities
- Shared bathroom with hairdryer and towels
- Kitchenette with microwave, toaster, and fridge
- Coffee machine
- Fan
- Outdoor furniture
- Ground-floor room
- Garden, sea, or mountain view depending on room
- Free Wi-Fi
Prices — November 2026
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Room Type |
Agoda |
Booking.com |
|---|---|---|
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King Room with Mountain View |
USD 123 |
USD 69 |
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King Room with Sea View |
USD 135 |
USD 79 |
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Deluxe Double Room with Sea View |
USD 135 |
USD 79 |
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Tax Breakdown
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Tax Type |
Percentage |
|---|---|
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Tourism fee |
3% |
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Tax |
11% |
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City tax |
4.21% |
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Local council tax |
0.5% |
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Total tax |
18.71% |
Cleaning fee USD 30 per stay and electricity fee USD 5 per stay are included in the totals shown.
Cancellation Policy and Prepayment
Free cancellation before 7 November 2026, with no prepayment, pay at the property. After that, a charge applies within 3 days of arrival, including no-shows.
Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, check-out at 12:00 PM. A surcharge of USD 30 applies for arrivals after check-in hours, subject to confirmation by the property. Photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in.
Breakfast & Dining
There is no breakfast service and no restaurant at this guest house. Guests cook in the shared kitchen, which has a microwave, toaster, fridge, and coffee machine, and there is a shared lounge and TV area, a garden, and a picnic area.
Main Hotel Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shared kitchen
- Shared lounge and TV area
- Garden
- Picnic area with tables
- Outdoor furniture
- Free private parking
- Accessible parking
- Laundry service
Room Facilities
- Shared bathroom with hairdryer and towels
- Kitchenette with microwave, toaster, and fridge
- Coffee machine
- Fan
- Outdoor furniture
- Ground-floor room
- Garden, sea, or mountain view depending on room
- Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Free private parking is available, with accessible parking listed.
Accessibility
Accessible parking is listed.
Smoking Policy
Non-smoking throughout, with non-smoking rooms.
Pets
Pets are not allowed at this property.
Nearby Tourist Attractions
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Attraction |
Approximate distance |
|---|---|
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Kamakahonu |
4.3 mi |
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Kailua-Kona centre |
4.3 mi |
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Ahu'Ena Heiau |
5.2 mi |
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Hulihee Palace |
5.5 mi |
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Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park |
5.8 mi |
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Honokohau Harbor |
6.4 mi |
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Kealakekua Bay |
18 mi |
What Is Really Good?
The views and the price are the point of this stay. The lounge looks out over the Kona coast, the shared kitchen makes self-catering easy, parking and Wi-Fi are free, and Kona Airport and downtown Kailua-Kona are both a short drive away. Staff get strong praise on the larger review sites, and the rate is budget-level for Kona.
What Could Be Better?
This is a rustic guest house, not a hotel, and the stay shows it: shared bathrooms, no breakfast, no pool, and a car is essential. Reviews are split, with some guests reporting cleanliness, noise, and check-in problems, so confirm arrival time in advance and photograph the room on arrival and departure. Guests who want a private bathroom, hotel service, or a family stay should look elsewhere.
Recommendation
Aeolian Ranch is a good pick for a budget, self-catering stay for one or two adults who value views and a communal kitchen over hotel facilities. It is not the pick for families with children, guests who need a private bathroom, or anyone who wants breakfast, a pool, or full hotel service. Compare the total, room plus cleaning and electricity fees plus taxes, across Booking.com and Agoda before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aeolian Ranch close to Kona Airport?
Yes. It is about 5.2 miles from Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole, around a 15 minute drive.
Does the hotel have a free airport shuttle?
No airport shuttle is listed.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, check-out at 12:00 PM. Arrivals after check-in hours carry a USD 30 surcharge, subject to confirmation.
Is parking free?
Yes, free private parking is available.
Does the guest house have a pool?
No, there is no pool.
Is the guest house pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included?
No, there is no breakfast service or restaurant. Guests use the shared kitchen.
Are bathrooms private?
No, bathrooms are shared.
Are children allowed?
No, children are not allowed at this property.
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