Balai Kona Tropical Paradise

Reviews

• Reviewer: Anita

  Comments: Staying with Sylvie and Karen was amazing. They have an amazing house and they are the most welcoming, hospitable hosts. They gave us awesome tips on where to go and how to get there. Sylvie even cooked us some homemade treats as well which was a definite a highlight of our trip. I can't recommend staying at Sylvie's house highly enough. She made Kona an amazing place to visit. Can't wait to visit again!

• Reviewer: Jelena

  Comments: Hi! If you are going to Kona I would definitely recommend you to stay with Sylvia and her friends!! I came alone and Sylvia and her friends were kind enough to drive me and show me around. One of the things I would definitely recommend is go on a helicopter tour with Blue Hawaiian, it's undescribable how beautiful and amazing Kona looks when you are in the air. Amazing expirience!! Also,Sylvia and her friend Karen are the most unique and fun people I have ever met and you won't regret If you decide to stay with them. Only thing is that house is not in the town, it's 7 min away so,you will need a car. Sylvia and her friends helped me a lot with driving me around and introducing Kona to me! She cookes amazing food and you can eat fruit which she has in her beautiful garden around the house. I had an amazing time with Sylvia and her friends and it's an expirience I'll never forget,so THANK YOU!!!

• Reviewer: Ulrike

  Comments: Sylvie`s Ohana is the perfect place for everybody who likes to be in a very pretty environment with gorgeous people, that make you really feel at home ! Very welcoming, cosy and with a great outside shower, that was a unique experience, I absolutely loved :-) ! Sylvie, Karen and everybody else who was around at the time I was there, were so helpful, warm and really welcoming, doing everything they could to make my stay as pleasant as possible. The house itself and the garden are so beautiful ! Thank you again, Sylvie and Karen, for being such wonderful hosts - I will definetely be back with you very soon :-) !! Take care, Mahalo and ALOHA !!

• Reviewer: Bic

  Comments: Karen and Sylvie are great hostesses! The room was much bigger than I expected and it was nicely furnished, and very clean. They responded immediately to my questions and even made me a delicious dinner twice! They are such nice people - I would definitely stay there again. Thanks Karen and Sylvie!

• Reviewer: Beate

  Comments: Great and very very friendly Host ! Quiet & peaceful place ! Clean & bright ! Fantastic view !

• Reviewer: France

  Comments: Great place to stay in kona. Very well situated, quiet with only roosters and birds to wake you up. The room was well fitted and big enough for us two. We spent 3 nights there and would have loved to extend. We've been warmly greeted by Sylvia and Macarena and received a lot of good tips to discover the big island. If we come back to kona, we'll stay there again for sure !

• Reviewer: Kassi

  Comments: My stay at Sylvia's was wonderful! Next time I visit Kona I am going to be sure if they have a room available. They were extremely nice and informative! The room was very clean! I love the outside shower it was very unique. I felt like a local staying at their home instead of a hotel! I recommend staying with them! Thank you ladies!

• Reviewer: Jenny

  Comments: Staying with Sylvie and Karen has been wonderful! Everything was clean and spacious and they made you feel at home instantly. The room is beautiful! They are wonderful hosts who will go out of their way to make your stay special and they are wonderful cooks! The location is brillant, close to the airport and Kona, yet still in a quiet neighbourhood. This is the place to go if your looking for a really relaxing hawaiian experience!

• Reviewer: Simone

  Comments: Our stay at Svlvie's Tropical Paradise could not have been any better! We absolutely loved her place, and we loved our hostess even more. Sylvie will always go the extra mile to make you feel at home and take care of you. When we arrived she had the most wonderful dinner ready for us on her beautiful deck with views of the ocean. We thoroughly enjoyed her company, the good wine and the amazing home-cooked food with fresh veggies & fruit from the garden. Before we left Sylvie prepared a very nice breakfast with fresh whole-grain bread, fresh fruit and fantastic fresh mint & cardamom tea with mint from her garden for us. The room is very spacious, you have a little water cooker, coffee maker, can use the fridge, there is a outdoor living area on the lanai (porch) - but the Balineses outdoor shower was our favorite!! Every morning we would find fresh papayas, bananas, longans, ... from her garden just outside our room. What a wonderful surprise to wake up to. The location is very convenient. It's only 5min from the airport and a short 15min ride from downtown Kona. As it's at a higher elevation the temperature at night is very comfortable. The neighborhood is very quiet. We also enjoyed Sylvie's recommendations and had a wonderful candle-lit dinner at the 'Ulu Restaurant at the Four Seasons. We will definitely stay at Sylvie's again and would absolutely recommend you stay there. It's magical!!!

• Reviewer: Ivy

  Comments: I couldn't have asked for more charming and gracious hosts! Both Karen and Sylvie made me feel so at home, I wish I had stayed longer with them. They were amazingly helpful with my travel plans as I had only decided last minute to come to Hawaii - having no idea what I was doing or where I was going, both on Big Island and Oahu. Just a HUGE thanks for your many kindness, backing the car, the cheese and wine, and the delicious adobo! Oh and many apologies to Karen for being so loud on the last night. Like everyone said, it's perfectly located, close to the airport and town, but in a quiet neighbourhood, and super comfy room. But the hosts were the highlight for me.

• Reviewer: Martin

  Comments: I spent two weeks at Balai Kona Tropical Paradise preparing for the Ironman World Championships which took place on 12 October in Kailua Kona. It is a fantastic place to stay, not far away from the city (10 minutes drive) and with more convenient temperature than on the coast due to the 1200 ft elevation (still warm but about 10°F less). The house and the garden are awesome. There are beautiful flowers all around and Sylvia provided me every day with freshly picked papayas, bananas, avocados... It is a very quite place and I couldn't have slept better in the diligently equipped room. But this is not the only reason why Balai Kona Tropical Paradise is an exceptional place to stay! Sylvia and Karen are great hosts. Sylvia is an amazing cook. I loved her humus, fresh juices, barbecue.... I discovered many great new recipes which I will bring to Europe! They invited me several times for lunch and diner, we often prepared our meals together or in their absence I could cook myself in their kitchen. I enjoyed our discussions while preparing the meals or enjoying a glass of well tempered red wine. Sylvia and Karen also showed me many exceptional places which are not indicated in travel guides. We went to lovely beaches, tasted the best smoothies on the island, visited amazing lava tubes, discovered a hotel with outside toilet or went picking flowers and fruits up the hills. I learned a lot about the culture, history and vegetatuion of the Island. Thanks a lot for your hospitality and all the effort to make my visit of the Big Island unforgettable! Aloha, Martin It learned a lot about the

• Reviewer: Anna

  Comments: Sylvie and Karen are outstanding hosts! They genuinely want their guests to have a great stay on the Big Island, and make an effort to accommodate (if possible, even last minute!) Communication with Karen was prompt and concise during reservation and before arrival. Very welcoming and pleasant on arrival. The house was easy to get to from the airport, in a quiet community with good access to many island destinations. There's even a fair-sized convenience store within walking distance. The property is gorgeous with an amazing view and a beautiful garden, full of different orchids and fruit trees.They've taken care to combine beautiful and unique elements throughout. The room was clean with a very comfortable bed. Good for one or two guests. The personal outdoor shower was not at all a nuisance for me. They've prepared some handy maps but were always willing to chat about other recommendations. They are a wealth of knowledge. Every morning outside the room was a mountain of fresh-picked fruit for breakfast, buttery avocados the size of small melons and delicious 100% Kona coffee. After a day of exploring I always looked forward to coming back and catching up with Karen and Sylvie. They have a contagious fun energy, throw gourmet dinner parties, eat cheese and drink good wine with my kind of enthusiasm. I feel very lucky to have been a guest in their home; they are an unforgettable part of why our Big Island stay was fantastic. I look forward to a future visit. Mahalo!

• Reviewer: P

  Comments: Simply put, I had an amazing time in Kona, and it wouldn't have been possible without Karen, Sylvie and Roseanne... period. From all the advice, thoughtful and hilarious conversations to the FOOD, the experience and hospitality was second to none. I can definitely say that I came back home with three new friends! See y'all soon! Best, Peter

• Reviewer: Begona

  Comments: Silvie es una anfitriona estupenda que te hace sentir como en casa...el último día nos preparó una cena de despedida sorpresa, lo cual fue todo un detalle por su parte. No dudariamos en volver a alojarnos en este estupendo B&B Jorge&Begoña

• Reviewer: Divya

  Comments: Sylvie has a great spirit. I had a memorable stay at her place. She is kind and generous. The place is beautiful, neat and clean. I would certainly recommend people ti stay here. Sylvie: Thanks for an awesome valentine days celebration. Thank you so much.

• Reviewer: Luisa

  Comments: We had an A*M*A*Z*I*N*G* time in Hawai'i, now we are in Ohau and would just get the first flight back to Sylvie's Ohana! It was one of our best holidays and this would not have been possible without the kindness, smiles, enthusiasm of Sylvia, Karen, and Roxana. If we'll ever get back to Kona, which we hope will happen very soon, we will go for sure to Sylvia's place, which is an authentic paradise! We loved it! The house is beautiful, clean, comfortable and most important, the people are so nice, you could not expect more than find some new friends during your travels!That experience will remain in our hearts and ! Thanks!

• Reviewer: Stephanie

  Comments: What a delightful experience! Sylvie and Karen are just the best hosts you can hope for. So warm, friendly, inviting and knowledgeable, they were constantly recommending places for us to visit and telling us the best ways to get there. Each morning there was fruit, bread pudding or coffee outside our room and we had an amazing BBQ dinner party with Sylvie, Karen and Roseanne, with delicious food, wine and laughter. We only stayed 3 nights which was not enough time around such wonderful people. They went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. The room was clean and nicely furnished. The bed was really comfortable and the location of the house was very convenient for exploring the area. The house and garden are beautiful and calming, with a magnificent view to the coast. We count ourselves lucky for having had the opportunity to stay there.

• Reviewer: Faith

  Comments: Sylvia and Karen were such wonderful hosts! From the moment I got in, I was welcomed with warmth (and lots of delicious food!). The accommodations were very comfortable and the views of Kona were just stunning. The ladies were also very helpful in directing me around the island as well as offering suggestions on where to go. I had a short visit of only 3 nights, but would've loved to spend more time with Sylvia and the rest of the house. Thanks - until next time!

• Reviewer: Francois

  Comments: Staying at Sylvia and Karen's was an amazing experience. We were welcome with freshly harvested tropical fruits from the garden and spent some time with Karen who gave us many advices on the places to see on big island. At the evenings we were invited to share some wine and taste some tasty food prepared by Sylvia and Karen. We had some fresh local coffee in the morning and Sylvia even prepared some tasty breakfast for us! The talks with these 2 persons full of life were always very interesting and we learned a lot on the island from them.This airbnb experience was very unique and will remain in our memory for a long time. Besides our wonderful hosts, the place was perfect, on the hills, a few minutes from downtown, the house was surrounded by tropical trees and you have the see that is visible which makes a gorgeous view for the breakfast! The room was very pretty, comfortable and clean, but one of the most amazing part was the shower... you could really feel like in these ads for shower gels, with bamboos around you and little statues! The list of the qualities of this place and these hosts is endless... and I would be so happy if one day I could stay again at "tropical paradise"!

• Reviewer: Jessica

  Comments: Sylvie and Karen were great hosts. Karen was kind enough to invite us up to dinner several of the nights we were there and we had an awesome time getting to know her. Sylvie surprised us with a really sweet breakfast one morning that she left covered on the table outside with lots of fresh fruit. The room looks just like the pictures and the property is super easy to find. We'd definitely recommend it. They do have some property rules that they ask vistors to respect, nothing crazy just logical, respectful stuff: take shoes off at the door, put towels outside to dry, etc. We had a very nice time and would definitely come back.

• Reviewer: Joyce

  Comments: What an AMAZING experience! This was my first time using airbnb and I was more than satisfied during my stay. My boyfriend and I spent 3 days at Sylvia's BEAUTIFUL home. Sylvia, Karen and Roseanne are such wonderful women to be around. We felt like family the entire stay. Sylvia was so kind and generous to have invited us to a homemade dinner. When we were unable to attend, she took the time to prepare brunch for us the morning before we left. The property is a short drive to downtown and the beaches. They even suggested places for us to visit and things for us to do in the area. The room was nice, comfortable, and clean. The outdoor shower makes you feel like you're showering in paradise. What really made the experience so wonderful was meeting 3 amazing women who all made us feel at home. I definitely recommend Balai Kona Tropical Paradise! Mahalo!

• Reviewer: Holly

  Comments: What a treat it was to stay at this Balai Kona paradise. Slyvia and Karen were very welcoming and their place is beautiful. I will definitely miss the outdoor shower, comfortable bed, amazing views and lotsa of fresh hand picked fruit. The Big Island was full of so many things to do, I can't wait to come back and do more. I would stay here again and recommend to anyone who is cool :) Mahalo

• Reviewer: Mirjam

  Comments: My stay here was just GREAT!! From the minute I arrived Sylvia and Karen treated me like an old friend and not like a stranger. I was immediately greeted with delicious food and plenty of fresh fruit. Balai Kona Tropical Paradise lives up to the name by having a beautiful garden where I was greeted by the wonderfull scent of night blooming jasmine every night I came home. The room is beautiful, like on the pictures, the bed super comfy and the outdoor area wonderful. Its location is a short drive away from Kailua-Kona as well as beautifull beaches. As it is abit up the mountain it never gets too hot. Karen and Sylvia are such nice and generous people one day they invited me to a delicious bbq lunch and on my last day they surprised me with breakfast. Karen provided me with lost of great recommendations where to eat and what to explore on the Big Island which has so much to offer. She even gave me a super interesting tour of the area one night. As mentioned in the other reviews, the outdoor shower is also great especially at night. Mahalo for a truly amazing experiene!

• Reviewer: Bree

  Comments: Sylvie and Karen were amazing hosts! We arrived to find a plate of fresh fruit waiting for us on the lanai - a much appreciated offering after traveling all day. The room was lovely and just as we expected. The bed was super comfortable and we loved the lanai with ocean view and outdoor shower. On our last day, Karen prepared a lovely breakfast of fresh papaya and mango. We couldn't have asked for a better stay or nicer hosts. We will definitely stay here again should we ever come back through Kailua-Kona.

• Reviewer: Natalie

  Comments: Sylvie was an excellent host. I was travelling alone, and she really made me feel welcome. It was like visiting a friend rather than staying in a stranger's house. She even invited me upstairs for wine one evening, and she made me breakfast one morning. There is a great view from her porch overlooking Kona. Her garden is beautiful, and the fresh fruit from it was amazing. This was my favorite part! Sylvie also had so many good tips about what to see and do. The room was also very pleasant to stay in. It was neat and clean. There is a 1/2 bath attached to the room, but the out door shower is the only shower. It was refreshing during the day time, but better not to shower at night. There are mosquitoes to watch out for. Also plan to eat out or simple meals, as there is no full kitchen. There are dishes for use, a fridge, a toaster oven, and coffee/tea maker. Overall I had a wonderful experience, and my only regret was not having more time to spend there.

• Reviewer: Kevin

  Comments: Great overall experience in a fabulous location. Fresh fruit basket was available in front of room and refilled daily. The hosts were eager to make my experience enjoyable and they also offerred advice about the local area. I would recommend staying here when in Kona.

• Reviewer: Nikolas

  Comments: Welcome to Paradise! I had such a great and comfortable time staying here. Simply amazing how great the host(s) are. And if you are nice, you might get a chance to experience some amazing food with them as well;) I am very detailed-oriented and critical, but there is absolutely nothing to be critical about. Great location, nice neighborhood, great hosts, and very clean. The icing on the cake is the outside shower! Consider yourself lucky if they accept you for your stay;)

• Reviewer: Olivia

  Comments: We spent 5 nights at Balai Kona Tropical Paradise and we had a great time. Sylvia and Karen are amazing hosts. They spoiled us with delicious food and fruits from their garden. They are very helpful, lovely, welcoming, funny and interesting women and it was so much fun to spend time with them. The room itself was clean, comfortable and well-equipped... the outdoor-shower was fun too. The location is very convenient to visit the island. We would definitely recommend to stay at this place. Thank you very much Sylvia and Karen... we wish you all the best and hope to meet you again :-)

• Reviewer: Janice

  Comments: Kona paradise and the Garden of Eden all in one. Very peaceful neighborhood, the cooing of doves and the sound of soft breezes through the leaves lull you into tranquillity. I was greeted with Aloha and abundant fresh fruit from the garden at my door. Sylvia and Karen are gracious hosts and prepared to see to your comfort needs. Half bath in the room and glorious private tropical outdoor shower! Wonderful plush couch on lanai for afternoon naps. No full kitchen but toaster oven, refrigerator and coffee maker make breakfast and shacks a breeze...who wants to cook anyway? I'll be back.

• Reviewer: Christopher

  Comments: I was welcomed with an invitaton to dinner, which was an unexpected and welcome surprise! The room was as described and I enjoyed my stay.

• Reviewer: Xiaobo

  Comments: its really a wonderful stay here.Koren and Sylvia r s (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) nice and warmhearted ,they made us home!and it was a fantastic Christmas day we spent together ,thanks again.

• Reviewer: Rob

  Comments: OMG darlings! It's to die for! This is Sylvie's favorite expression and also, pretty much sums up our experience at the Balai Kona Tropical Paradise with the amazing hostesses Sylvia and Karen. Rarely have we encountered such hospitality, consideration and care. The room with its own bathroom is cozy and clean. We thought the bed would be too soft but ended up sleeping better than in our own fancy bed at home. We love outdoor showers, and this one doesn't disappoint. Aaah! There are several cozy spots to lounge on the property, perfect for reading or daydreaming. The garden is beautiful with a bunch of unusual and edible plants. The room doesn't come with a kitchen, but enough equipment to make sandwiches to go for lunch and more. A special and memorable experience.

• Reviewer: Elizabeth

  Comments: We stayed at Sylvie's for 4 nights. The room and outdoor patio were very comfortable and nice. Sylvie and Karen were great hosts. They filled our fruit bowl by our room with papayas, avocados and passionfruit. And generously shared food with us, Sylvie made chicken adobo one evening. They gave us tips on what to see and their drawn out beach maps we're very handy. We appreciate their hospitality!

• Reviewer: Mijeong

  Comments: It's very nice place. I have a very good time in Sylvie's house. She is very kind and considerate. And she is very helpful to me. The room is very pretty and comfortable. It has cups, coffee muchine, dishes, very small oven. you can eat fresh fruit from her garden and take a shower outside. It's very good:) If she have enough time to make a breakfast, you can have very good breakfast . anyway this place is very good:)

• Reviewer: Laura

  Comments: I'm almost sad to depart this beautiful island. A great part that has made my experience so wonderful here is my stay here at Sylvia/Karen's home. The room and bathroom are beautiful, my favourite blue. :). The outdoor lanai seating area with its gorgeous touches is perfect for kicking back after a long day on the road. I would sink back.and enjoy a beer at sunset. The view over the ocean at sunset on the deck above or below is breathtaking.The outdoor tropical shower is a luxury I would love to have at home. What an experience! Sylvia and Karen have equipped the room with almost every need you could think of. The huge bowl of fresh fruit and delicious Sylvia's honemade bread pudding one morning were so kind. I enjoyed my conversations with Karen, a fellow part Canadian and would welcome either of them in my ohana any day. Thank you ladies!

• Reviewer: Zee

  Comments: The location of the room was great...fairly central to both north and south of kona. The room was clean and just as described although the walls were paper thin and I was not aware there would be a permanent tenant in the adjacent room. I had to get up very early for excursions and go to bed early but it was hard to sleep since the other tenant would come home really late and put on the tv past midnight. Just be aware if you're a light sleeper. The outdoor shower was not covered all the way so beware of mosquitos. Also it's very easy to get locked out of the room and when I did so once I had to wait 2 hrs to get a neighbor to help and then wait for the host to come home with a spare (Website hidden by Airbnb) would be helpful if they hid one around the property just in case. Overall I would stay here again for a night or two but not longer than that since the noise at night was uncomfortable. The hosts were very nice though and the bowl of fruit was appreciated.

• Reviewer: Kirsten

  Comments: a nice stay! comfortable, welcoming, quiet and clean. karen and Sylivia are friendly and open minded persons who are cooking pros. thanks again for pancakes, gazpacho, breadpudding and all the fruits!

• Reviewer: Yukari

  Comments: we really appreciated Karen's kindness and care. she always gave us many advices about place and restaurant to make our travel grater. thank you so much Karen&Sylvie. we hope you could have wonderful travel in Africa♡mahalo! 対応してくれたのはｶﾚﾝさん｡彼女はとても親切で丁寧です｡いつも場所やｵｽｽﾒのお店のｱﾄﾞﾊﾞｲｽをたくさんくれました｡もし初めてﾊﾜｲ島をﾚﾝﾀｶｰで旅する方にはｶﾚﾝさんはきっと最高のｽｰﾊﾟｰｱﾄﾞﾊﾞｲｻﾞｰになってくれるでしょう｡2階のﾌﾛｱや隣りの部屋の音がとても聞こえやすいので､気にしない人であればﾊﾜｲ島を満喫できる良い旅になると思います｡ﾏﾊﾛ!

• Reviewer: (Benjamin) Kai

  Comments: Sylvie’s wonderful place in upper Kona is conveniently minutes away from all the Activities, Beaches and Fine Dining that Kona has to offer. The room is spacious and very comfortable for the three nights I was there. Sylvie herself is an exceptional host, and a seasoned world traveler. She is extremely generous with her time, resources, and shared her travel stories openly with great humor. I could not have been happier!

• Reviewer: Álvaro

  Comments: If you are looking for paradise on Earth, look no further. Sylvia's place is the place to go! The house is incredible: with a huge garden (and wonderfull smell from all the flowers), the room is large and confortable, and it has great views of the sea and stars. Only 10 minutes away from the airport! Also, Sylvia and Karen were incredible hosts. They are extremely kind, and they got me the best breakfast ever with so many great fruits (now I am addicted to rambutan!). I also had a delicious dinner with Karen, and shared a great talk (and beer) with her! Definitely one of my best Airbnb experiences. One more reason to go back to Kona!

• Reviewer: Jacqueline

  Comments: Karen and Sylvie were amazing hosts! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with them. Everything was super clean and the decoration was friendly and cool to check out. They are full of super tips about what to do and where to eat in the area that you should definitely follow. We loved the Balinese shower and thought it really added to our tropical Hawaiian vacation. Karen and Sylvie were gracious with their fruit and time and we are looking forward to the next time we are brought to this side of the world so we can stay with them again!

• Reviewer: Vladka

  Comments: It felt like coming home. For a long long time I have never met such a wonderfuľ ladies. They treated me like a family and the house is just amazing. I loved it since the beginning and was very sad to leave. The room was perfect exactly as it is described. You will find everything you need in it and you will have loads of privacy. Karens maps and advices where to go for trips a Sylvias (Website hidden by Airbnb) just speechles, both are so kind and nice to you and extremly funny. I miss you guys! Hope to be back soon.

• Reviewer: Xuguang

  Comments: The room is very good, the same as the picture. The hosts are so kind and fed me well first day i arrived. We had a good talk during the dinner. Feel regret i didn't have a chance to give a goodbye hug to the kind hosts as my schedule is rush. I highly recommend this place if you are travelling to Hawaii.

• Reviewer: Joe

  Comments: Amazing experience! Such a beautiful home and family. Karen and Sylvia were delightful, kind and welcoming. The room was as nice as in the pictures and probably the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in - fact! Between the great accommodations and warm hostesses I have a load of fond memories from my Kona experience. Can't wait to come back next year for the canoe race and stay with Karen and Sylvia again!

• Reviewer: Maik

  Comments: What a nice experience to have had the chance to stay with Sylvie and Karen. The room is nice and the bed very comfy. The outdoor shower is a special and nice experience too. Apart from that, we had a lot of nice talks and Karen kept me updated with good spots to go and what to check out. That topped my short stay as I was pointed right into the good direction. A nice little dinner and fresh tropical b'fast where also served and I felt so warmly welcomed. Thank you and hopefully soon again.

• Reviewer: Atsuo

  Comments: This place was perfect to drive around Big Island. I visited here for 4 nights with my wife. Sylvie and Karen were very friendly and welcomed us with tropical fruits from their beautiful garden. Also, they prepared dinner for my wife who was really tired because of the long flight from Japan. The room was clean and comfortable with convenient neighbourhood such as a gas station and a grocery store. During the stay, we could enjoy a lot of local spots around Big Island thanks to their advices. If you are considering to visit Big Island, I highly recommend this place!

• Reviewer: Thomas

  Comments: Thanks for the very pleasant experience. Kailua-Kona was fantastic!

• Reviewer: Caitlin

  Comments: Sylvie's Ohana was the perfect getaway to enjoy all that Big Island has to offer! The location is terrific - an hour in any direction affords you the opportunity to plan out daily adventures/hikes/etc. to Pololu Valley, Volcanoes National Park, Waimea, etc. Karen and Sylvie were the consummate hostesses! Their lanai is awesome - morning coffee and planning out the day eventually evolved to evening wine and sharing my day's experiences with Karen and Sylvie, all while having the AWFUL & ANNOYING views of the sunrise and sunset. (I'm being sarcastic on the "awful and annoying"!) Please do yourself a favor and book your next stay here! True to Airbnb form, this place truly affords travelers to immerse themselves in the local culture, while meeting fascinating and interesting folks like Karen and Sylvie! Their knowledge and respect for Big Island is extensive and admirable. THANK YOU, ladies for your hospitality! See you in January!!

• Reviewer: Ziwen(Erin)

  Comments: OMG This is amazing! They treat me as the real family! When we just arrived in Kona, we found that there is not any bus or public transportation there and we cannot rent a car. This means we have to take a taxi whenever we want to go to somewhere. But the family was super kind! They gave us the ride and also the delicious food which Sylvia made for us. That's so good! I was so sick coz I got a clod before I went to Kona. However, Sylvia, the whole big family, took care of me and gave me ginger and peppermint tea, and my favorite passion fruit. Also, Sylvia has a very big fancy garden. They watered it every day. The garden and the shower are together, which means you can shower in the nature! That's so fantastic! On the new years eve, the big family treated us the big dinner and we watched the fireworks together. Last day before we left, they took us to the very very beautiful beach, just hang out there. It was so good! 第一次用airbnb,还有点小忐忑｡不过房东真的超级好, 我们第一天到kona的时候没有租车,因为我们还是学生也没有驾照不过他们给我们ride带我们去downtown,回家的时候也会顺路带我们回家,而且那时候我有点伤风感冒,房东也给了我们很多薄荷茶和他们自己种的热情果,说是对感冒很有用,而且房东做了好吃的食物也会很热情给我们分享,而且不得不说就是房东的手艺实在是太好了赞不绝口｡还有别的长期房客也住在那里都是非常好非常有趣的人晚上有时候一起在院子里聊天真的是大开眼界呢｡跨年那一天房东还做了大餐请我们吃晚上还一起在阳台上看了烟花然后还一起聊天真的很棒｡这次旅程因为没有租车所以很遗憾不过住在这么好的住家真的完全弥补了缺憾,反而觉得kona更有人情味了,为整个夏威夷之旅完美的句点｡

• Reviewer: Rosa

  Comments: Visiting Sylvia's and Karen's ohana is like homecoming. The suite is tastfully decorated with the Hawaiian theme, very clean and made us just as comfortable as home. Karen provided us with hand drawn maps detailing the local's best spots especially for those we didnt know or missed on internet. Sylvia cooked very delicious breakfast and even got up very early to prepare it on the day we are leaving, so that we can enjoy it hot and fresh. They did their best to extend their warmest Aloha to us and made us feel we are the extended part of their family. And yes, ohana not only means home in Hawaiian, it also means an extended big and happy family. Many thanks Sylvia and Karen!

• Reviewer: Gianna & Kipp

  Comments: I booked Sylvia's place for my colleague, Jeff who spent the week there while working on an ocean film project. Though I couldn't stay myself as I had to get back to Bozeman, I was lucky enough to at least meet Sylvia, who was an incredibly warm and lovely person and who went to extra lengths to ensure that Jeff had a comfortable stay. Jeff said that Sylvia's was the perfect place to retreat to after a long day in the field. He raved about the hospitality and said the room and bed was extremely comfy, loved the outdoor shower, and was treated to the best omelet and Kona coffee of his life. I can attest to the outstanding coffee, as they sent him back to MT with some fresh beans for me. I'm so sad I didn't get to stay there myself, but I will surely be back!

• Reviewer: Lianfei

  Comments: I have been busy these days...Just got a minute to share feed back on our memorable stays in Sylvia and Karen's house. They are both beautiful and nice people, showing their hospitality all the way. I was really touched by what they did for us. Sylvia made croissant, bread pudding, fried banana, mango rice for us so that we can have warm breakfast before going out (omg after like 10 days I left Hawaii, I still remember the delicious food....) Karen, smart lady, she gave us a lot of advise on travel plan. We did spent wonderful and fullfilling days in big island by following her advises. I really love these two ladies and hope you can enjoy your stay as well. Oh, the most important thing is that their house is just like the photos... so romantic and comfortable. No photoshop applied I guess(¯ｰ¯)

• Reviewer: Amélie

  Comments: We had a great time staying at Sylvias and Karens home. They are great hosts. The location of the house is perfect, it's close to everything but still not too noisy. The room is very nice and we always had fresh fruits from the garden. We could enjoy delicious food cooked by Sylvia. Would definetely recommend staying here.

• Reviewer: Yiying

  Comments: Sylvia and Karen are super nice. Our flight was delayed for five hours. We arrived around nine. They provided the pizza and soda which made us so warm. Karen gave us the recommendations for the trip. We also had the delicious breakfast on Saturday with them. We loved their place. Clean and beautiful. Recommended!

• Reviewer: Jay

  Comments: LOVE Sylvia's Ohana! This was an absolutely wonderful experience. Sylvia and Karen really know how to make guests feel so welcome and at home. You could not ask for two more wonderful hosts. They have a beautiful home and the downstairs ohana is perfect. The room is a nice size for one person or a couple. Queen size bed is comfy with extra pillows. There's no microwave, but a toaster oven, coffee maker, and access to full-size refrigerator. Flat screen TV and good wifi. Ceiling fan and portable fan offer plenty of cool air. The private outdoor shower is wonderful! Even though the room is on the lower level of the home, it gets lots of light. There is a full-time renter in an adjacent room (separate entrance), but I wasn't even aware of her being there. Gorgeous gardens surround the house with fragrant flowers blooming everywhere and lots of trees. Sylvia has done a beautiful job with the landscaping. You will definitely enjoy the sweet smells of various flowers. Even though this is a residential area, it feels very private with all the trees. I lived in Kailua Kona for 2 years but had never visited this neighborhood. It's a great location, removed from the insanity of downtown but close enough to easily go back and forth. The home is located off of Kaiminani Drive, about 3 miles above the airport. This makes it easy to drive into downtown Kailua Kona (about 10 minutes without traffic), north to the best beaches, or up Mamalahoa Highway to access the Saddle Road and head over to Hilo. Sylvia is such fun, a delightful woman with many interesting stories to share. She's also an amazing cook! If you are lucky enough to get an invitation for a meal, you MUST accept. It's such fun to share a meal and talk story. Both Sylvia and Karen have lots of information if this is your first time to the Big Island. If you prefer to be left alone, that's ok too. I'm a very private person but thoroughly enjoyed their company. I could go on and on. It's such a beautiful place, run by beautiful people. It made me feel like I was coming home. This place is a real bargain, one of the best I've found. I will definitely stay here again. Mahalo nui loa Sylvia and Karen. I am ever so grateful.

• Reviewer: Ben

  Comments: How does waking up to banana rolls and sweet cake (home made) sound for your first morning in Hawaii? Or a soft bed, with plenty of covers, pillows, and a memory foam pad for your first night? Add a sparkling clean room, fresh fruit and perfect hosts to top it off and you've found the essence of Hawaiian hospitality. I highly recommend the Balai Kona Tropical Paradise. Sylvia and Karen are the perfect hosts, quick to answer requests and open ears to hear about your day. Of the numerous hotels, apartments, inn's, etc, I've stayed at over the years, this is by far the very best. Ask for Sylvia's Cheesecake, it's to die for :)

• Reviewer: Chad

  Comments: Anything I could say is probably said better by the other reviews. Sylvia and Karen were incredibly generous and made me feel welcome from the first introduction through the end of my trip. I'd come back in a heartbeat.

• Reviewer: Hei

  Comments: Staying with Sylvia and Karen was great. I was joining a night manta tour the same day and didn't get there until very late. Karen was happy to give me a tour of the room and facilities. The room is as described with an outdoor shower. One of the mornings they also made me a breakfast unfortunately I had already headed out for the day. They also invited me to a barbecue on my last night and it was wonderful food and drinks. I got to meet the other tenants as well as a few of Sylvia/Karen's friends. Thank you for your generous hospitality! I would love to come back for another stay next time I am on big island!

• Reviewer: Wei

  Comments: Sylvia is amazing host,her house is very beautiful and the neighbors are very quiet. she treated me as her family. She cooked very delicious foods for me, I almost enjoyed every dinner with her. The best thing is that she took me to go to hunting flowers and mangoes then she cooked fantastic mango cheese cake for me using we picked up mangoes. I feel the best thing for my Hawaii trip is that I knew Sylvia, she is very kind, warm heart and always have beautiful smile on her face and she loves people.I am really lucky to stay her house, definitely I must stay her house if I come Hawaii again because I feel it is my second home. Sylvia 是非常好的人, 她非常的热情和好客,她做了很多好吃的给我还带我去采花和摘芒果｡她做得芒果蛋糕超好吃｡在他家里住就觉得在自己家里一样,可以随便做饭,我还给她包了饺子,她超喜欢吃｡我几乎每天晚饭都和她一起吃,超开心｡夏威夷感觉真的像天堂,尤其能遇到像Sylvia 这样善良的人,你会觉得旅行真是一件无比快乐的事情｡ Sylviaはとても優しいです､部屋は非常にきれい､住みやすいです｡彼女は料理をとても上手だ､何でもできます｡美味しいものをいっぱい食べました｡毎晩ご飯を頂きました､いろいろな話して､本当に嬉しいです｡またﾊﾜｲへ来たら､ぜひ彼女の部屋へ住みたいです｡

• Reviewer: Cyndi

  Comments: What can I say about staying at this Airbnb home that most of their guests have not shared already? I missed them the day I left their property; that's how much of an impact and memorable they were to me. The location is just perfect, the guest house was clean and so comfortable. The hosts were A++ host! You get two different personalities from the host. Karen is well versed and is connected to the current affairs and history. Sylvia is bubbly and makes you feel like family. So anyone can vibe with any one of them. I got to really connect with Karen as she made time to spend with me in the evenings. She made me breakfast every morning out of her own good heart and drawn these cute little maps for me. Sylvia and I shared time together in the morning during breakfast and we had girl talks. I'm quite positive that these ladies will go out of their way to make sure you enjoy the most out of the Big island and provide you with tips and help you as much as they can. This island is my favorite Hawaiian island and I'm sure it's because these lovely ladies played a tremendous part in it. They made my experience so warm, adventurous, and touched my heart and soul. I have come away with new friends and beautiful memories. I suggest everyone stay with these lovely ladies at their beautiful home if you get a chance! Their hospitality is top notch. No hesitation needed.

• Reviewer: Raul

  Comments: I felt like I had my own place in Kona... With the best host ever!!! Karen and Sylvia make me feel the Aloha!!! I really chose this place for the reviews .... and all is right with what they say .... Great neighborhood!Eve

• Reviewer: Michelle

  Comments: I didn't get to meet Sylvia during my stay but Karen took great care of me. The room was spacious and airy, and the bed super comfy. My absolutely favorite thing was the outdoor shower. So refreshing. Karen gave me insider tips on the best places to eat, the places with the best views and the best things to see. She drew me little maps to help me with my itinerary so that I wouldn't miss a little local hideaway and also educated me on how to eat a Hawaiian passion fruit. My only regret was that I couldn't stay longer.

• Reviewer: Susanne

  Comments: Staying with Sylvia and Karen was my best Airbnb experience ever, truely amazing! They are the most welcoming, generous and charming hosts ever! I was invited to a fantastic dinner, Karen basically planned my whole trip and lended me everything that I could possibly need! The location is great as well, it's a beautiful house with a great view, very quiet,and lovely furniture! I would never stay anywhere else in Kona and highly recommend it to anyone!

• Reviewer: Max

  Comments: We LOVED Sylvia's place! So cozy, comfortable, and with the friendliest hosts- this place was our Hawaiian home. The space is so cute and bursting with Hawaiian charm. The location is great too- 8 minutes from the airport, 15 minutes from Kailua- Kona, close to many white beaches and hikes. Sylvia is so kind and generous. She greeted us with a big smile and a delicious homemade dinner when we arrived, many dishes using the fresh fruits and vegetables she grows in her own garden! We still think of the mango salsa. She also left us fresh fruits and made breakfast for us! Karen is wonderful too- she helped us plan our whole trip, and she gave us great local tips on restaurants, supermarkets, etc. They really went the extra mile to make us feel welcome, and living at their place made our vacation on the Big Island so wonderful. We will definitely stay here again when we return :)

• Reviewer: Caroline

  Comments: We had an awesome time staying at Sylvia's. As long as you have a rental car the house is in an excellent location only 15 minutes from the airport and up on the hill where it's not so hot (great for me). We didn't get to meet Sylvia whilst we were staying but I communicated with her sister Karen prior to my visit and she took the time to suggest some things for my itinerary, which were all great suggestions. IMO staying here was a much better option than staying in a hotel or resort. Much Mahalo

• Reviewer: James

  Comments: We had a fabulous visit, and the hospitality of Sylvia and her extended family was wonderful. Great room, good location, beautiful setting ... we cannot recommend this place more highly. Anyone who stays here not be disappointed!

• Reviewer: Joyalene

  Comments: We really enjoyed staying at Sylvia's and Karen's place. Super homey and we really felt like it was a top notch B&B. Both of them went above and beyond making breakfast for us every morning and giving us great sight seeing suggestions. We loved the Balinese shower! Hope we can stay at their place every time we come to the big island!!

• Reviewer: Kaya

  Comments: I'm blown away by my experience at Sylvia's residence. She is a wonderful, kind soul that has a natural gift for connecting with others. Not only was her place an immaculate sanctuary of peace on positive energy, she is also a gourmet chef. In my world travels to 63 different countries, I can't ever recall such stellar treatment. Syliva created a spectacular multi-course meal as I was departing. I was so surprised and was incredibly grateful Wow...wow...wow! Thank you Sylvia!!

• Reviewer: Safa

  Comments: What a wonderful happy place, absolutely enjoyed our stay. Exceptional hostesses, very generous and helpfull. Our room was clean and tidy and we had a wonderful sleep. The location is so convenient. We really had an amazing experience. Thank you Sylvia and Karen.

• Reviewer: Michelle

  Comments: Sylvia and Karen were so helpful and welcoming from the moment I arrived, which was much needed as a travel-weary, first-timer in Hawaii arriving after 9:00 at night. I had very little planned for the three days I was in Kona and Karen took the time as soon as I arrived to make sure I had some ideas for the next day and knew how to get around. During my stay, Sylvia graciously showed me her property with its abundance of fruits and flowers and provided fresh fruit and other treats outside my room in the morning. I definitely felt very welcomed and comfortable during my stay.

• Reviewer: Kayla

  Comments: We loved our stay with Sylvia and Karen. Great location, amazing outdoor shower, and the best hosts you could hope for. Karen provided us with awesome tips and advice about the island and ensured that we made the most of every day. We will never forget our time on the Big Island. Mahalo!

• Reviewer: Kevin

  Comments: Karen & Sylvia are experts at making people feel welcomed and valued. I am profoundly grateful for their kindness & thoughtful hospitality. I thoroughly enjoyed the lush environment and peaceful atmosphere of their home They are wonderful hosts who have created a magnificent experience for their guests.

• Reviewer: Jan

  Comments: We were truly amazed by the heartfelt welcome and the great tips for discovering the island. The location is near the airport which is really great but I would recommend a rental car nevertheless. Even though our stay was short we really felt like ohana (family). Mahalo (thanks)!

• Reviewer: Marie-France

  Comments: It was a great place to stay for the location. Close enough to town but far enough away from the busyness of it. Sylvia and Karen were so warm and welcoming and truly made their space feel like home base for me. Karen was exceptionally helpful in suggesting areas to visit on my daily explorations with great little tips for each spot. Sylvia is unsurpassed in her kind and joyful demeanour. I don't think I could have chosen a better place to stay and feel really thankful to have met them both. They truly embody the spirit of aloha :) Mahalo for the wonderful stay!

• Reviewer: Julie

  Comments: Do not look further, you've found the perfect place to stay in big island! Karen and Sylvia are such great hosts. The house us very beautiful and very well located , 20mn from the airport and a 5mn from town. Easy access to north beaches and to the harbour if you go diving or snorkelling. The room is nice with a private bathroom and an outdoor shower, kettle, dishes, fridge etc..Sylvia and Karen are very friendly and helpful, they give you the best recommendations and make you feel home from day 1. They gave me some fresh fruits (avocado, mango , papaya) from the garden. I also enjoyed sharing a drink occasionally at the end of the day. I loved this place, will definitely come back if I come back to Hawaii.

• Reviewer: Jessica

  Comments: This is truly one of the best Airbnb’s you could ask for! The home is beautiful with gorgeous gardens. The room is exactly as advertised with lots of special touches. The outdoor shower is a real treat! The location is perfect, close enough to Kona and many beaches but outside of the hustle and bustle of the city. The best part are the amazing hostesses Sylvia and Karen! We were welcomed with a hug on arrival as well as fresh fruit from the garden. Karen put together detailed touring suggestions for us which were excellent! The ladies had us for wine and appetizers and Sylvia even made us a delicious breakfast one morning! It is evident that they really care about their guests and go out of their way to make sure everyone is comfortable and having a great time! We will be counting down the days until we can return...

• Reviewer: Pavel

  Comments: Wonderful place with a fantastic view from the upper lanai with extremely nice and caring hosts. Highly recommended!

• Reviewer: Jon

  Comments: Sylvia was an exceptional host and provided an authentic Hawaiian experience. Her place was cozy, inviting, and had a great location. Highly recommend. Karen provided great travel tips that were extremely helpful. My girlfriend and I loved it.

• Reviewer: Jillian

  Comments: Home away from home! Sylvia and Karen are beautiful people. Their space is clean and cozy. The bed is amazing! Best sleep my whole trip was staying in their place. Her garden is gorgeous!! So many flowers. The outdoor shower was so lovely surrounded by flowers. Sometimes its not the place you stay or the places you go that make your trip. Its the people you meet along the way. Im grateful to have stayed in their cozy, clean, stylish private room. Mostly I am grateful to have met Sylvia and Karen. They are wonderful, kind, and caring hosts. Mahalo nui! Aloha a hui hou!

• Reviewer: Stacie

  Comments: This beautiful ohana is 10 minutes from the Kona airport and central to all things Kona and beyond. Sylvia and Karen are true hostesses who value their guests and happily share wonderful food, fresh fruit, and great suggestions to make their visitors’ stay on the Big Island extra special. What a wonderful place to stay!

• Reviewer: Brian

  Comments: We really enjoyed our stay at Sylvia's place. It was very quiet place (minus a dinner party on Sunday night). Everything was clean and basic necessities were met. The outdoor shower was nice and secluded.. could use some better lighting for evening showers. Sylvia welcomed us with a little wine and snacks as well as a breakfast the first morning! Wonderful experience on the Big Island. Mahalo for your hospitality!

• Reviewer: Patti

  Comments: I had never done Airbnb before so had no idea what to expect. Sylvia was so kind and tried to include me in anything happening at her house. Even invited me to Easter dinner. And then cooked me breakfast yesterday. Would go again in a heartbeat.

• Reviewer: Bhavna

  Comments: Sylvia and Karen's place is very cozy. The room is downstairs, its spacious and has its own lanai. We were absolutely relaxed there. It is 10 min drive to downtown kona and 10 min to pine trees,the surf spots. Sylvia is a super nice and gracious host. The other people staying in the house were also really friendly. We would reccomend staying there.

• Reviewer: Nikola

  Comments: Habe den Aufenthalt bei Sylvia und Karen sehr genossen, da sie sehr nette und großzüge Gastgeberinnen sind. Sie haben mir viele interessante und hilfreiche Tipps für Big Island gegeben. Die Unterkunft ist sehr angenehm und besonders schön ist der Garten und die "Outdoor" Dusche. Vielen Dank für alles!

• Reviewer: Suzee

  Comments: Sylvia and Karen are incredible! The space is perfect and in a convenient location. It was so cozy, designed immaculately, and the garden smelled amazing. Above all what made this AirBnb the best experience I've had is the wonderful hospitality from Sylvia and Karen, who welcomed me with open arms into their family and treated me to a fun dinner party. I wish I could've spent more time there and will definitely be back!

• Reviewer: Jennifer

  Comments: I’m not one for writing public reviews but this Airbnb room was phenomenal! Location is great, the hostess Sylvia and Karen are wonderful and make visitors feel at home. The room is so comfortable and inviting and the Balinese shower is wonderful! I’ve traveled all over and this has been one of my favorite rooms. Highly recommended.

• Reviewer: Katrin

  Comments: Der Aufenthalt bei Sylvia und Karen war großartig. Ich wurde sehr herzlich empfangen und Abends war ich sogar eingeladen mitzuessen und gemeinsam den Sonnenuntergang von ihrem (Palm-)Baumhaus zu genießen. Ich habe tolle Tipps erhalten wie ich die nächsten Tage gestalten kann! Das Zimmer war super gemütlich eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Die balinesische Dusche war ein weiteres Highlight! Ich habe sogar eine „Weck-Email“ erhalten, damit ich nicht zu spät zu meinem gebuchten Ausflug komme. Die Beiden waren einfach durchweg sehr zuvorkommend sowie auch gastfreundlich und ich bin traurig, dass ich nur 3 Nächte bleiben konnte. Ich werde definitiv zurück in dieses Air BnB kommen! Es war großartig!

• Reviewer: Petra

  Comments: Aloha is all around. I felt so spoiled being a guest of Sylvia and Karen. Easy and full of Aloha Sylvia and Karen are so charming and sparkling and warm-hearted and connecting giving me a welcome feeling. I felt at home with Aloha, love and lightness and „just be what you are“. We were 4 with Kevin and celebrated this outstanding sunset on the terrace cuddling up in cosy blankets at 22,2 Celsius ;). It feels already like family. I felt really spoiled, am most thankful for this precious moments of my Hawaii experience. Sylvia is a passionate cook, was preparing delicacies for the sunset, making sure i ate enough. We had a great fun time , wonderful have Kevin join the party and were sharing thoughts and experiences about travelling all around the world. Thank you also for this bowl of fresh avocado and fruit. I enjoyed every bite. The outside shower has deliciously hot-hot water and is a sight for itself. The bed was inviting and i sank in the comfy matrace that is rather soft and slept heavenly, although short, due to jetlag. It was perfect to have my own entrance right where my car was parked in the driveway. So good not to disturb anyone when leaving or arriving. I say Mahalo. Thank you and good bye and see you soon again i wish dearly.

• Reviewer: Nikolai

  Comments: Where do we even begin... Since the minute we began our stay with Sylvia and Karen, we felt embraced by the aloha spirit. From all the Airbnb’s that we’ve stayed in, these ladies have far surpassed all expectations. Firstly, their house is beautiful and you can see a lot of effort was put into creating such a warm atmosphere. There are a lot of cool artifacts that these ladies have collected throughout their adventures and that contribute to the ambiance. Sylvia’s garden is spectacular. The deck is really nice. They are both very skilled cooks; often times they spoiled us with fruits, exquisite meals, wine, bread pudding, and other goodies. All of which pales to their company. Sylvia works at a tour company and therefore knows a lot about excursions offered on the island. Whereas Karen was extremely helpful for giving us great recommendations and planned itineraries for local adventures that we would not have otherwise found. Her maps are very clear and even without gps we could easily navigate ourselves to each destination. Sylvia and Karen have the sweetest little cat, Lani. Our only regret was having not stayed longer.

• Reviewer: Theodora

  Comments: I can highly recommend the Air BnB of Karen & Sylvia!!! I had an indescribably great time here with them. <3 Got the best sightseeing tips and was treated more than just a guest. With this Air BnB you definitely make a lucky catch! Not only the apartment is a dream also the hosts are simply WOW ! Karen & Sylvia are so warm and generous. I had a wonderful time here in Kona and will definitely come back ! :-)

• Reviewer: Mikhail

  Comments: The place and hosts are amazing! We loved them so much! Their outgoing hospitality made us feel really like at home. They gave us a lot of tips and every time tried to help with everything. Thank you a lot The room is very clean and cute, the bed is extremely comfortable (so good dreams!). Outdoor shower is really amazing). Location is also very convenient to reach everything. We already want to come back when we have an opportunity!

• Reviewer: Tori

  Comments: Our stay in Kona was the first using Airbnb, but it won't be our last because of the stay with Sylvia and Karen. They were the perfect hosts. Sylvia had Pupus (appetizers) for us when we arrived. Actually, they weren't just appetizers, she kept bringing out food, and by the time we were done, we didn't need a meal that evening! We sat on her huge, beautiful Lanai in posh seating and were treated to a beautiful Hawaiian sunset as well. Then Karen, our other host, sat down with us and wrote out all the best sights and activities which was greatly appreciated and very helpful. Friday evening before we left, Sylvia invited friends over and prepared a fabulous meal. Their home and hospitality is so delightful that two of their prior Airbnb guests have stayed on with them permanently. The room was comfortable with couches and table on the lanai right outside our door. I was a bit hesitant about an outdoor shower, but it was fun! Thanks, Sylvia and Karen! Y'all come see us in Texas when you get a chance!

• Reviewer: Daniel

  Comments: Sylvia and Karen are one of the best hosts I‘ve had so far on airbnb. Not only do they have great tips on where to go and what to see on the island. But they just love to have people around and have fellowship. I was invited to have dinner on their balkony, enjoyed a glass of wine while looking at the clear sky. They would even take good care of me while I was sick, bringing down some breakfast and tea ;) I can absolutely recommend Sylvia and Karen!

• Reviewer: Nadine

  Comments: We enjoyed the time in Sylvia's home. It was just great. I would highly recommend the accommodation.

• Reviewer: Holger

  Comments: Wir hatten eine super Zeit hier. Das Quartier ist toll und die Gastgeberinnen großartig und sympatisch. Sehr zu empfehlen! We had a great time here. The lodging is great and the hosts are great and sympathetic. We recommend!