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Are you thinking about elevating your Hawaii experience with a boutique hotel? Boutique hotels offer a more intimate experience than your typical resort. They often feature a more personalized, eclectic, and soulful experience that reflects the destination surrounding them. So, when traveling to Hawaii’s Big Island, an island with bountiful history, culture, and beauty, few hotel experiences can compare to boutique hotels Big Island Hawaii. Immerse yourself in the energy and Hawaii state of mind with Pacific 19, a charming boutique hotel in Kailua Kona, and a few unforgettable adventures nearby.
The Hawaiian chain includes around 137 islands. Yet there is a reason the Big Island holds the hearts of so many. Though it is the youngest and largest of the islands, the diversity of its landscape draws hundreds of thousands each year to experience its natural wonders and historic sites. Its diverse landscapes boast all but four of the world’s climate zones. From flourishing tropical rainforests to temperate grasslands, there are vast opportunities for adventure. However, Pacific 19 is nestled in the vibrant town of Kailua Kona, which you can explore more below.
Fewer locations are more perfect for boutique hotels Big Island Hawaii. The warm seaside town of Kona stretches across the island’s west side. It’s home to sprawling Kona coffee farms, Hawaiian landmarks, and calm, crystal-clear beaches ideal for snorkeling, as well as deep-sea fishing.
Those who travel to Kona easily fall into island living. This beautiful town is a hub for local activities, shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Though there are touristy places to visit, visitors to the area are inspired by the local culture and the ebb and flow of the town. What’s more, Pacific 19 makes it easy to fall right into step with it all.
Pacific 19 in mesmerizing Kailua Kona, Hawaii, takes travelers beyond the average resort experience. Guests of Pacific 19 seek adventure in one of the most beautiful places on Earth at one of the best boutique hotels in the state.
This location is a renovated and re-envisioned 1970s hotel. This urban escape welcomes independent travelers who want to submerge themselves in the Big Island lifestyle, foster connections, and soak up culturally rich activities and experiences. If this sounds like you, continue reading to see what’s in store for your island adventure.
Situated steps away from the churning Kailua Bay, Pacific 19 offers everything you need for a cozy, nature-focused getaway on the Big Island. Amenities at this inn were made to enhance the island’s natural beauty, encouraging you to get outside instead of staying in. Relax on the sun terrace poolside. Or retreat beneath an umbrella with a book, enjoying the rustle of the wind through the palm trees.
Spend the evening swimming in the pool, admiring the golden hour sunshine. Kailua Bay is also within walking distance, just three minutes from the property. So, you can escape to the sand and surf of a quiet beach whenever you please. Start your morning with sunrise yoga on the pool deck. Then stop for coffee and a breakfast pastry at Waimea Coffee Co., steps away. The lobby lounge is also a relaxed retreat for those needing to catch up on work, do some journaling, or unwind with a beverage.
Moreover, adventure is at the forefront of this boutique hotel’s mission. They offer a carefully curated list of excursions that is focused on providing travelers with a rich cultural experience. They also offer thoughtful Field Notes detailing beloved and obscure Kona restaurants, road trip guides, top hikes, a cultural heritage itinerary, and more. When you stay at boutique hotels in Big Island Hawaii, you receive an intimate experience you’ll cherish for years to come.
The glowing reviews don’t lie. Pacific 19 offers only 150 guest rooms as a boutique hotel, though each is thoughtfully designed to immerse you in the landscape, even when you’re in for the night. Admire framed local photography, plush linens in soothing earth tones, and a minimalistic setup that takes advantage of the space. These Kailua Kona suites include a private lanai, flat-screen TVs, bath amenities and shower, a mini fridge and macro bar, a private bathroom, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and more. Though you won’t be in your accommodation much, you’ll soak up every second you are.
The best vacations are those spent outdoors, and where better to immerse yourself in the landscape than Hawaii’s Big Island? You’ll find plenty of opportunities in the surrounding area to center yourself in nature and make lifelong memories. Check out some things to do in Kailua Kona below.
If you’re looking for adventure while visiting boutique hotels Big Island Hawaii, the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a must. This park spans about 523 square miles and is home to two volcanoes: Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, and Maunaloa, the world’s largest active subaerial volcano. The landscape here is as chaotic as they come, with craggy lava fields, tubes, and craters, tropical flora and fauna, alpine tundra, and deserts of ash. There are many ways to explore the area. Visit the Halema’uma’u Crater and sulfur banks. Or embark on a crater rim drive, visit the Pu’uloa Petroglyph Fields, and much more with tours and solo adventures.
Volcano Village is also located just five minutes from the entrance to this national park. Known as an artist community hidden in a flourishing rainforest, this is home to farmers, creatives, scientists, and other curious minds inspired by the tropical jungle. Stop by on Sunday mornings for the farmers’ market and browse art galleries of glass blowers, painters, and ceramic artists.
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As featured on Netflix, the Kulaniapia Falls is widely known for its cascading 120-foot drop and breathtaking emerald cliffside. Should you decide to purchase a day pass, you’ll enjoy access to a world of beauty and wonder extending over forty acres. Spend the day wandering nature trails surrounded by lush bamboo gardens. Or swim, paddleboard, or kayak in the shimmering lagoon beneath the falls. Since this is a privately owned waterfall on a resort rental property, you may also indulge in other amenities here, including cooking classes, farm tours, and waterfall rappelling. So, be sure to come equipped with water, towels, and good shoes, and you’ll leave with peace of mind and wonder.
Just twelve miles south of Kailua Kona is Kealakekua Bay. This bay has a rich history, as it marks the site where Captain James Cook, the first Westerner to contact Hawaii, landed on the Big Island in 1778. Just a year later, Cook was killed at this location by Native Hawaiians, and you’ll see the white obelisk on the shore of the park that memorializes him. Outside of its historical importance, Kealakekua Bay is also a Marine Life Conservation District, with conditions ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving. Its turquoise waters thrive with coral and schools of fish, and travelers come from near and far to relish a day of kayaking, swimming, and paddleboarding. Enjoy picturesque ocean views from the picnic area, and keep an eye out for marine life, such as spinner dolphins as well. When visiting boutique hotels Big Island Hawaii, this is a can’t-miss spot.
Ready to book boutique hotels Big Island Hawaii? Let Pacific 19 wash away any previous ideas you had about island vacations. However, this personalized, boutique hotel experience isn’t exclusive to Hawaii. Nook Outdoor’s curated portfolio of landscape hotels brings the great outdoors and inspiring experiences to the forefront of vacations. From glamping in Georgia to outdoor wedding venues, to the treehouses in Texas Hill Country, an adventure awaits you.
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