Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 28 reviews.
Brian
United States · Couple · January 2026
“Sanctuary an accurate title”
+Tucked away in quiet neighborhood for good rest. Close to some quieter beaches and places like Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park. Easy and beautiful drive to volcanoes national Park.
−No oven, but hot plate provided that worked well.
Allen
United States · Couple · January 2026
“Lovely home.”
+Beautiful view. Loved the patio.
−We missed having a freezer.
Ranger
United States · Couple · January 2026
“We had a terrific stay for the Big Island.”
+Beautiful location with an outstanding view of sunset over the ocean complete with birds & serenading frogs. Host was friendly & helpful. We liked that it was off the beaten path.
−There's only limited fresh water on that side of the island so it is best to be conservative in water usage.
James
United States · Solo · October 2025
+Cozy, comfortable and with a beautiful view. Nice touches like fluffy towels, a cooler for day use, ice maker, etc.
Rylee
United States · Couple · June 2025
“Good”
+It was quiet and peaceful, the rooms offered a full suite of everything we needed to use on our trip. Beautiful surroundings. Loved the friendly outdoor cats that said hi to us.
−Distance from Kailua Kona could’ve been mentioned, not just the grocery store. Also, the terrain/roads/driveway to get to the Sanctuary are extremely steep and windy, our rental struggled to make it in and out. The bed needs new sheets & pillows pretty badly. Lastly, the cleaning fee was rather steep.
Melody
United States · Solo · March 2025
“If I will ever come back to Hawaii, I will definitely come back here. Wonderful experience”
+The house is just amazing. Clean, tidy, warm and welcoming vibe. The garden is lovely, flowery and puts you truly at peace with the world. The view is also amazing! It is perfect if you want to stay away from very touristic areas but still be able to access main hiking/beaches as it is near some spectacular beaches. The host, Kabira, is sooo lovely and sweet, very helpful and caring. Super good vibe from her as well and I loved also her three cats that were coming downstairs to say hello from time to time.
−There is nothing I did not like-someone might not like the fact that you need to be mindful of water usage because the house runs on rainwater only. I had absolutely no problem with it as I like to be as environmental friendly as possible and it was no big deal anyway. There is plenty of water for a shower and no problems of hot water. Water is also good to drink!
Kamila
Poland · Couple · March 2025
“I consider the stay to be very successful.”
+The property was conveniently and beautifully located. Peace, quiet, and stunning sunsets.
Deion
United States · Solo · September 2024
“Wonderful stay, would recommend”
+The location was super low-key and relaxing, and the host was excellently accommodating. Plus, cats.
−N/a
Alexander
Austria · Couple · June 2024
“Very good”
+Nice interior Quiet, relaxing surroundings far off busy places Good description to find and maintain, good&nice support by owner&caretaker Good price
−Far off busy places means also far off the sights -> long distances Picture of the balcony in the description suggests it was part of the room, which it didn't seem to be (at least for the lower one)
Mingjin
Hong Kong SAR China · Solo · February 2024
“The stay is wonderful here, peaceful, the host is kind. It's worthy.”
+The room is large with kitchen and bathroom, and a large living room. Also, the host is so kind and helped me a lot. The view of the room is perfect, sun and flowers. The living experience is wonderful here.
−The location is a little far from the Kona downtown. So if you have a car, it is perfect.