Banyan Tree Sanctuary

Location: 73-4464 Kohanaiki Road, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740, Kailua-Kona, US

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Guest houses

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Instructions: This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Please be aware that cats reside at this property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Please note that this property is vegetarian.

Amenities & Facilities

• Area rugs in public areas
• Free WiFi
• Swimming pool
• Terrace
• Garden
• Concierge service
• Wheelchair accessible
• Snorkeling nearby
• Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Kayaking nearby
• Sailing nearby
• Scuba diving nearby
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Library
• Smoke-free property
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Free self parking
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Beach towels
• Eco-friendly toiletries
• LED light bulbs
• Recycling
• Renewable energy source - solar
• Horse riding nearby
• Marina nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Water sports equipment
• Surf lessons - nearby
• Upper floors accessible by stairs only
• Tile flooring in public areas

Rooms Available

• Dragons Nest Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

  1 Queen Bed

  160-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with ocean views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - Shared/communal kitchen access and cleaning supplies

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries

  Practical - Desk, fenced private yard, and iron/ironing board (on request)

  Comfort - Ceiling fan

  Accessibility - Tile flooring in room

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs

  Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking, renovated in November 2022

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Yard
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony or patio
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Champagne service
  • LED light bulbs
  • Paper towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Fence around yard
  • Smooth flooring in room

• Kahuna Banyan View, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

  1 Queen Bed

  160-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, balcony/patio

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - Shared/communal kitchen access and cleaning supplies

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Detached private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries

  Practical - Fenced private yard, iron/ironing board (on request), and wardrobe or closet; rollaway beds (free) available on request

  Comfort - Ceiling fan

  Accessibility - Tile flooring in room

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, compost bin, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs

  Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, shared accommodations, toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking, renovated in November 2022

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Bathrobe
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Yard
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free WiFi
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Balcony or patio
  • Shared accommodation
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Champagne service
  • Composting
  • LED light bulbs
  • Paper towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - ground floor
  • Fence around yard
  • Smooth flooring in room

• Ocean Vista Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Private Bathroom & Kitchen, Lanai

  1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

  625-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the top floor, lanai with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries

  Practical - Desk, fenced private yard, and wardrobe or closet

  Comfort - Portable fan

  Accessibility - Tile flooring in room

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs

  Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking, renovated in November 2022

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Dining table
  • Bottle of water
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Yard
  • Lanai
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Separate dining area
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony or patio
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Portable fan
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Champagne service
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Toaster oven
  • LED light bulbs
  • Paper towels
  • Freezer
  • Porch or lanai
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - top floor
  • Desk chair
  • Fence around yard
  • Smooth flooring in room

• Manta Ray Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Lanai

  1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

  350-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the ground floor, balcony/patio with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - Freezer and cleaning supplies

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower/tub combination

  Practical - Desk, fenced private yard, and desk chair

  Accessibility - Tile flooring in room

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, compost bin, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs

  Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking, renovated in November 2022

  Room is accessed via exterior corridors

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Yard
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony or patio
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Champagne service
  • Composting
  • LED light bulbs
  • Paper towels
  • Freezer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - ground floor
  • Desk chair
  • Fence around yard
  • Smooth flooring in room

• Sunset Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom & Kitchen, Sundeck

  2 Queen Beds

  625-sq-foot individually decorated room, located on the top floor, balcony/patio with ocean views

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms, dining area, and sitting area

  Relax - Fireplace

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries

  Practical - Laptop workspace, fenced private yard, and iron/ironing board (on request)

  Comfort - Portable fan

  Accessibility - Tile flooring in room

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs

  Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available

  Non-Smoking, renovated in November 2022

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Dining table
  • Bottle of water
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Yard
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Separate dining area
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony or patio
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Portable fan
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Champagne service
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Paper towels
  • Freezer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Location - top floor
  • Desk chair
  • Fence around yard
  • Smooth flooring in room

Guest Reviews

• Verified traveler (8/5): - Room was small but comfortable. couldn't leave slider open at night because frogs were so loud and it got too hot in the room with no AC
• Richard (10/5): - Very secluded and quiet. My wife and I really enjoyed the peacefulness and the beautiful grounds.
• Tyhir (10/5): - Great communication with owners they were very helpful
• James (10/5): - We had a lovely stay at the Manta Ray Suite. We enjoyed the private lanai and quick access to the hot tub at night. The staff were very friendly.
• Anne (10/5): Built into the Landscape, Beautiful - This is an extraordinary place, beautifully nestled at the top of a narrow tree-lined road, designed to blend into the landscape. It's high, and the view of the sea is grand. Well appointed, with a salt-water pool and very nice communal areas. We stayed only one night, a stopover between Kona airport and the drive to Hilo. We left thinking we would like to stay again, perhaps stay two nights. Lovely hosts.
• John (10/5): - My stay at Ray's Bayan Tree Resort was an enchanting escape into nature's embrace. The serene ambiance, melodious bird songs, and breathtaking natural beauty created a magical setting. Here's why it was an unforgettable experience: 1. **Pool and Spa Delight**: The resort's pool and hot tub offered heavenly relaxation with zen views. I cherished every moment soaking in the warm water, surrounded by tranquil beauty. 2. **Nature's Symphony**: The melodious birdsong throughout the day was like a soothing soundtrack, adding to the peaceful atmosphere and connection with nature. 3. **Scenic Natural Beauty**: The resort's surroundings, from lush greenery to majestic trees, provided a picturesque backdrop, perfect for nature enthusiasts. 4. **Relaxing Atmosphere**: Ray's Bayan Tree Resort exuded a calming vibe, allowing me to unwind fully and escape the usual hustle and bustle. 5. **Exceptional Host Communication**: The host's attentive and accommodating communication ensured a seamless and enjoyable stay, adding to the overall experience. In summary, Ray's Bayan Tree Resort offers a magical retreat for those seeking relaxation and natural beauty. I can't wait to return to this paradise and experience its charm once again!
• Travis (8/5): - This is a very unique property close to the airport. Communication was great.
• Teresa (10/5): - Peaceful, clean, rejuvenating!!!
• Kristy (10/5): - This place is so quiet and peaceful. The birds songs are beautiful. Everyone is so nice.
• Lisa (10/5): - Beautiful, tranquil spot. I was very busy with tourist things during my stay & didn’t get to enjoy the hot tub & pool. Next time! I would definitely recommend this for those who aren’t interested in the hustle-bustle scene.
• Vincent (8/5): - I was initially concerned w/lack of air conditioning and then noticed the Banyan Tree Sanctuary is at a higher elevation with beautiful weather and breezes year round. Funky, older furniture but comfortable bed, clean and very spacious room. The view of the coast is fantastic and they have their own nature trail around the property where you discover a hidden tree house and other hidden gems.
• Marty (10/5): Banyan Tree Sanctuary - Need a place to sleep for the night near Kona. Banyan Tree Sanctuary was a quiet, beautiful place. My room was big and comfortable. I watched the sunset from the lanai. Very peaceful. Everything was clean and cozy. I did not use the pool or common area with an outdoor kitchen for I was not there for every long. Rae was quick to text me and available by text. Rae had another commitment and she left a note on the entrance which directed me to my room. Beautful place on the end of a quiet road. Highly recommend to stay.
• David Charles (10/5): - Very beautiful surroundings. Beautiful gardens at the facility. Awesome distant view of miles of seacoast from the Lanai outside our Sunset Suite. Beautiful sunsets. The Sunset Suite has a kitchen, so we prepared quit a few meals and ate on the Lanai at sunrise and sunset nearly every day. So restful and quiet. Get away from it all, No television, No radio. No bar, No restaurant, No gift shop. Just a place to relax, meditate and enjoy the natural beauty. There is a saltwater pool, spa and a sauna. Easily accessible, located off the beaten path, Only 5 miles from the airport and 5 miles from Kono. The Sanctuary is on 3.3 acres of flowers, trees and orchards. Free fresh fruit from the orchard available every day. This is Paradise and the owners Benjamin, Maggie and Rae are their every day to lovingly care for the facility and grounds and assure that your stay is an experience you will cherish for a lifetime. There are only 4 guest houses available so there were only 6 to 8 other guests on the property during our 7 day stay. There is a nurture trail that is a little challenging but worth the effort. If you love peace, quiet and nature you will not find a better destination.
• Douglas (10/5): - It was extremely quiet, we didn't have time to enjoy the pool, hot tub or sauna but everything looked very inviting
• Jack (2/5): - Not as advertised, we felt ripped off. The room we stayed in had no pictures on the site. We were both very disappointed.
• Sara (10/5): Try a different place to stay. - Amazing views. Caring, helpful people. Soothing, peaceful experience.
• Hector (10/5): Outstanding - Great great, very friendly environment. I slep like a rock with the sound of the rain hitting the leaves.
• Catherine (10/5): - We absolutely loved our stay, the beauty and the energy is so soothing. There was excellent communication, The room was well appointed and the kitchen area very well-thought-out. So many amenities that made you feel right at home. I wish we would have stayed longer.
• Marc (10/5): - Beautiful fruit trees and just so beautiful and peaceful.
• Walter (10/5): - Absolutely paradise!
• Sarah (10/5): - Amazing place! I wish we could have stayed longer!
• Elizabeth (10/5): - Our stay was heavenly! Tranquil and beautiful. I would come back in a heartbeat!
• Kristi (10/5): - I appreciated how attentive the staff was to our needs and available if we had questions. The sanctuary has a large selection of freshly grown produce and “crack your own” macadamia nuts on the property that they generously make available for guests at no charge. The hot tub at the end of a long day was heaven and open late.
• Janette (10/5): - Nothing like picking fresh fruit for breakfast!
• Douglas (6/5): - The bed was comfortable. The room was large. We never met the hosts. Texts only. Not a place we would stay again.
• Nathaniel Donald (8/5): - It was serene and beautiful. Nothing else like it on the island.
• Laura (10/5): - This was a perfect quiet getaway for a few nights! The property is beautiful, the owners were quick to respond and helpful! We will be staying again
• Verified traveler (8/5): Easy - Enjoyed it.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We had a wonderful stay at the Banyan Tree Sanctuary. If you read the other reviews and the Sanctuary's own description, you will get a very good idea of the place and whether it is appropriate for you. The Sanctuary is located at the end of a one mile, one lane road built in to a hillside overlooking the shore; at the beginning the street appears suburban; by the end it appears to be in a tropical forest. There are a small number of rooms and none of what you would expect in a resort; so if you're coming for that kind of stay you won't find what you're looking for. Actually, that's not quite true--there is a lovely pool, a jacuzzi, and a sauna--but no room service, bar, or gift shop. Most of the time we had common areas to ourselves since the number of guests is small. The Sanctuary it is set up for yoga, meditation, and a small number of visitors; it is a small working farm for the partners who run/manage it. For guests, there is a full kitchen where you can make your own coffee/breakfast/meals. Coffee, tea, and some fresh fruits are provided, but anything else you bring in (vegan-friendly food only). Words like "tranquil" and "serene" recur in the reviews for a reason--it is quiet (well, there are almost always birds chirping), out of the way, and very relaxed. Sunrises and sunsets were particularly lovely. If that sort of stay sounds good to you, I would very highly recommend Banyan Tree Sanctuary. We were very sad to leave.
• Antonio (10/5): - Banyan Tree Sanctuary is a very unique place to stay. If you want to get away from all the resorts and get a taste of nature & hawaiian culture then this is a place for you. As soon as I arrived I was amazed at how serene and peaceful the grounds were. The pool was kept nice, along with the kitchen and their sacred temple. A couple things I noticed were if you arrive at night or early morning before the sun rises, Banyan can get a little eerie. The place doesn’t have much light besides in the kitchen and where you park your car so I had to use my flash to see where I was going. Also, after my first day, the jacuzzi was covered so it made me not wanting to bother with getting inside it unfortunately. Regardless, Banyan is as spiritual as you make it. You can meditate or do your own yoga in the sacred temple as there’s no guided sessions. Same with the massages, I had no idea where that would be taking place. Although, they do provide you with everything you need in terms of towels, ocean gear, and other amenities. All in all, I believe you don’t find Banyan but Banyan finds you. So if you’re not into a real peaceful quiet getaway then I’d suggest going to a regular hotel. You will discover yourself and get peace of mind here, guaranteed.
• Pavlina N. (10/5): Beautiful sanctuary - We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property! Our weekend getaway was lovely perfectly restful! We’ll be back soon! I recommend The Banyan Tree Sanctuary to everyone who is looking for true relax and rest experience! Mahalo nui loa to the hosts!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - yes to quiet and hospitable. didn't like: no extra day available.
• Christina (10/5): Serenity - It’s a beautiful quiet serene place. No one bothers u at all.
• Brooke (8/5): Peaceful and unique - Owners and staff were great and so friendly and kind. If you are looking for a peaceful, quiet, quaint and unique place that isn’t your usual large chain hotel experience, I definitely recommend Banyan.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - The property was beautiful and well kept. Communication with the owners was not the best as they do not answer the phone number that is listed and only communicated through the Expedia chat.
• Verified traveler (4/5): - If you like pretentious spirituality and no clean towels this the place for you
• Mark (10/5): A true sanctuary! - It’s called a “sanctuary” for a reason! Very quiet, peaceful location, and yet only 15 min drive to downtown. Appears the property is up for sale, so if you want to experience this oasis, I would do it sooner than later! The property is vegan only, so being an omnivore, was a little bit of an adjustment. The room is quite comfortable, but definitely not fancy. Very relaxing to stroll through the grounds.
• Michael (8/5): Tranquility as it is - A very quiet place overlooking the ocean from the top. It's green and neat. Guests can meditate and spend time unplugged from the real world. There is a fully equipped kitchen, and you can cook anything you want there.
• Mark (10/5): - The setting felt welcoming even though it was relatively isolated. The pool, although 44 feet is ideal for swimming and is salt water. A very appreciated getaway.
• Barry (10/5): - Beautiful, spiritual oasis - Banyan Tree Sanctuary is a labor of love - of spirituality, healthiness, love of nature, naturalness, calm, quiet. Set in a Beautiful location, with comfortable, clean, sweet rooms and settings. Its hard to describe but great to experience! Leave your worries (and animal products!) at the doorstep, come in, relax, and enjoy!
• MarkEmbree (8/5): - Very quiet and beautifully located in the hills just above town. Would stay there again. The only downside was because it was a Vegan only property we were not allowed to cook bring anything that Vegans do not approve of no dairy, eggs, food that contains dairy so we were forced to eat out. However having said that, the staff was very accommodating in all other areas. They even offered us a refund had we wanted to go elsewhere. But I’ll say this again if your looking for clean, inexpensive place to stay Vegan or not I highly recommended this property Mahalo!
• David (8/5): Not you're typical lodging option - Beautiful and QUIET and certainly not your typical Hawaiian lodging. I booked a multi-island three plus week trip with multiple stops and thought that the Banyan Tree Sanctuary would be a nice break from the typical condo/resort lodging experiences that the rest of our visit was full of. I was right - this was an out-of-the-box type of lodging. EXTREMELY peaceful and quiet - I loved it. I do recommend spending a tad more and getting you're own private cabin, I stayed in Dragon's Nest cabin. When in a "sanctuary" I want my peace, therfore when the staff PUSHED their political stances on current events I found it unwelcomed. If you're coming to Kona for convenient beach lodging this is not your place.
• Ryan (8/5): September 3 night stay - Banyan Tree Sanctuary was a unique place. We stayed for 3 nights in the Dragons Nest villa, which had a private attached bath. We enjoyed the plentiful fresh fruit every morning. The hot tub was out of order during our stay, but we made use of the dry sauna and fabulous pool nightly. The sanctuary grounds are beautiful, consisting of a garden and awesome view of the ocean. The shared kitchen is vegan; we are not, but had no issues respecting the values during our stay.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - We would stay at the Banyan Tree again. The description we received regarding the property was spot on.
• Robert W Cloyd (10/5): A great place to stay - the people are very friendly the room was very nice.
• Ed and Julia (10/5): Beautiful sanctuary in the Hills - Secluded feeling yet easy access to the city below. The Sanctuary is a great place to retreat among a variety of flora and fauna. Communal kitchen is well stocked with necessary items and the lodges are very comfortable. The geckos make great company while just hanging out. Great for couples or just by yourself.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - I loved my experience at Banyan Tree Sanctuary. It's just that - a sanctuary honoring the land it rests on. Anyone looking for cultivating peace, connection with the land, and immersing in the sounds and feel of the island should stay here. I loved that I was able to prepare my own food here too. Plus there's an abundance of mangoes and papayas to eat! Oh and the geckos are incredibly friendly and lovely little creatures. They also supply insect repellant which was so appreciated!
• Joseph (8/5): Quiet sanctuary - On the whole it was quite pleasant. The kitchen is vegan so don't look for bacon and eggs. It is very quiet and has a great view and garden. We borrowed gear and went snorkeling.
• Mika (10/5): - What an amazing surprise and how lucky I was. Incredible grounds and spectacular views and definitely not your run of the mill hotel. Sanctuary describes it very well. Quiet and holistic. The only sound you hear are the birds and the gentle breezes rust;ing through the trees. Arrived very late {11PM or later} and the hilltop was very dark and it is a one lane road to get in, so I was proud I managed to do that but Rae came out and rescued us. In the daytime the lane was not so terrible because of the beautiful Kona sky and the few neighbors the you see driving out are million dollar upscale homes on large land parcels
• Dianne (8/5): Very quiet, peaceful place to stay - We loved the setting of the sanctuary and had a lanai with an outstanding view of the garden, sloping hillside and sea in the distance. The pool was lovely and the weather was perfect,

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