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Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a chair, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is $368
$315 nightly
$368 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28

Explore the area

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Captain Cook, HI
  • Place, Kapahukapu Manini Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Captain Cook

With a stay at this apartment in Captain Cook, you'll be by the sea, just a 3-minute walk from Kapahukapu Manini Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Hikiau Heiau State Monument. .This apartment is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Magic Sands Beach and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Kealakekua Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Kapahukapu Manini Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Magic Sands Beach - 23 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Kailua Pier - 30 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 55 min drive - 43.7 miles
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 59 min drive - 39.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Korner Pocket Sports Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Tacoz - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shack - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kona Chips - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay

Everything you might need to enjoy an exciting or relaxing vacation right by the ocean at the beautiful and world famous, "Kealakekua Bay'.
This private location is perfect for adventuring around our quaint neighborhood, with quiet walks, hiking trails, or exploring further around the island. When you return back to enjoy this safe, secure, cozy space and unwind to the sounds of nature.
I also have assorted snorkel gear available, (if interested, please ask about my bicycle)!

Located at the Manini Beach sub-division, only a 2 minute walk to some of the most incredible snorkeling in the world.... the wonderful Kealakekua Bay! Enjoying crystal clear water on a calm day, filled with colorful reef fish and green sea turtles, theses are some of the beautiful sights you'll experience. Watching the fish and underwater sea life may clear your mind of most thoughts as you discover the peacefulness of snorkeling. Enjoy a Kayak or paddle board on calm days... You may see Dolphins or Manta rays in deeper water and in the winter months there is always a chance of seeing Humpback whales! Please follow all the DLNR rules and keep a safe distance.

My studio has a small kitchenette area in the great big space, with a full size refrigerator, induction stove top, blender, coffee maker, electric tea kettle and outside there is a full size BBQ with a side burner. There is enough space to prepare and enjoy a delicious, quality breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The outside covered patio is surrounded by flowering plants, fruit trees and a fish pond with night blooming waterlily's.
A comfortable queen size bed has 100% cotton sheets and there is a queen size convertible couch if you need or like separate beds. A smart TV for watching Net Flicks and there is plenty of open space to stretch out and relax.
Outside the great room, on the covered patio area, is where my wonderful custom designed private shower is located!
There are extra beach towels a clothes line and some beach gear too.

Enjoy my paradise from this comfortable studio and see how the local folk live!
Please don't hesitate to ask me any questions...
I am here to help make your vacation stay the best ever!
LGBTIQ Welcome! :)
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please turn off lights and fans whenever you are out for the day and especially when you check out!
Please place all the used sheets and towels in the hamper provided, located in the closet.
Please return key to mermaid hook! Please take trash out, the transfer station is located 2 minutes South on the lower road, open Sunday, Tuesday and Friday!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please turn off all lights and fans whenever you leave for the day and especially when you check out.
Quiet time in the evening begins at 10:00PM
Please take trash out, our transfer station is located 2 minutes South on the lower road, open Sunday, Tuesday. and Friday 6am - 6pm

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-048-010-0352-01, 3820060210000, W00203292-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach Kealakekua Bay
Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay Apartment

Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

emma b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A magical home - clean and with everything you need for a beach holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Hostess, beautiful location, sweet and so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host and nice place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jill's place is very comfortable and well outfitted with everything you might need. The beach and shoreline is a short walk and the outside shower is delightful. Definitely a recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This sweeet place was exactly as described. It was bright, homey, colorful, spacious, private, and clean. And literally a two minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Everything we needed for a peaceful stay right near Manini beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Mermaid Studio was an amazing place to stay. Jill the host was very gracious and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Manini Beach

Beautiful property, relaxed stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to land fir a few days!

Awesome area with nice beaches , snorkeling and a multitude if other activities……Will be back!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don't know where to start! Jill's welcoming friendliness, or the well-appointed kitchenette, or the wonderful outdoor shower, right next to the pond filled with blue lotus, and the breakfast table - all these and more. But it's the location, 5 minutes to Manini Beach if you walk slowly. Looking across Kealakekua Bay, Captain Cook's monument is right there, best snorkeling on the island. Four miles down the road to City of Refuge and Two-Step, another great snorkel spot. Outside of the hustle and bustle of Kailua, quiet and restorative, but only 20 minutes away if you're missing it. I can't wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrée B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place !!!!!

Just perfect !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved this place, the whole place is a work of art, and the outdoor shower was so much fun! Got to see lots of cool insects, lizards,and frogs, and not to forget Shmozer the kitty, very loving outdoor cat! Jill was very cool, laid back, and accommodating!This stay was perfect for us, not too far from Kona, but far from the city living!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Slevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

Host was wonderful! 2 minute walk to the beach. Awesome place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Sanctuary surrounded by beauty

Quiet location for enjoying snorkeling and sunsets ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet hidden gem

Quiet and clean and well stocked with spices and fridge items. Location was within walking distance to great snorkeling and sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nathan d p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Our stay was great. Perfect location to snorkel captain cook. Only a half a block walk to the kayak launch spot
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Sweet Mermaid Studio was exactly as described/shown in the photos, and larger than expected. There was plenty of room for my partner and I to spread out and relax after long days of adventuring. Jill was incredibly kind, and it was fun to see her art on display in the space! The location couldn't have been better for easy access to fantastic snorkeling and felt very safe and secluded, although the road to get to the property might make you car sick.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space and walking distance to beach

We really enjoyed this property. It was quiet, tucked away and walking distance to a beach with snorkeling. Checking in was a bit confusing after a long travel day but hardly a reason to not stay here. We would definitely stay here again if we were in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my third stay at Jill's Mermaid Studio in the small, quiet village of Napo'opo'o, about 30 - 40 min south of busy Kailua. The village is right on Kealakekua Bay and close to the best snorkelling on the Big Island (IMO). Jill is very knowledgeable about the area and is always helpful and positive. The apartment had everything: good wifi, all the cooking tools I needed, lots of room and a great outdoor shower.
Snorkelling Kealakekua Bay
Kealakekua Bay. Napoopoo is on the water just beyond the darker trees.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dale W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaii 2025

Enjoyed the atmosphere and studio layout. Comfortable. Access to the ocean was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Perfect

The best shower in Hawaii!! A beautiful tranquil spot with everything you need in the perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Healing Oasis

I almost hesitate to say how dang awesome Mermaid Cottage is because I want it to be available whenever I want to return. I loved everything about this home and Jill, our host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely LARGE Studio

Way bigger than I imagined and I loved how it was decorated. Walking distance to the ocean and the studio is well equipped with anything you might need. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Visit

The atmosphere was beautiful and very relaxing. The owner Jill was very pleasant and welcoming. The beach was within walking distance. Which we did. It was a great quick getaway
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect small studio

This exactly fit our needs. Small, but somehow very spacious, it had everything we could ask for and close to the beach! What more could we ask for? Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024