Our stay
This rental offered a very comfortable stay for us at an affordable price. I slept nearly 10 hours every night in the very comfortable king bed! It is a fairly tight space, but has everything you need, and is very reasonably priced and well located. The property manager and property owner are both wonderful to work with!
Kathleen S. - February 2024 United States My stay at Kalama Suite was good. It was easily accessible to shopping and dining. The closeness ...
My stay at Kalama Suite was good. It was easily accessible to shopping and dining. The closeness of Kailua Beach Park was just lovely and a bonus! The unit was cozy and well appointed, clean, and obviously well cared for. Barbara is delightful and I enjoyed our visits.
Tomasz C. - September 2023 Space was everything we needed during our stay
Space was everything we needed during our stay
Perfect if you are just looking to enjoy the beauty of Kailua! Walking distance to beach, and Bar...
Perfect if you are just looking to enjoy the beauty of Kailua! Walking distance to beach, and Barbara is a terrific host! I enjoyed my time and will look to book again in the future.
Barbara was a lovely hostess. Very kind and friendly. The room was close to everything and was pr...
Barbara was a lovely hostess. Very kind and friendly. The room was close to everything and was pretty private. We will be coming back.
Kalama room
Close location to a beautiful beach access walkway. If planning on staying awhile and wanting to cook, it was not suffient as only has 1 cook plate with 1 frypan a microwave and small bar fridge. The owner was very friendly caring and accommodating and helpful as I had my purse stolen and used her address for new driver license and debit card and she brought it over as soon as it arrived.
Stephen L. - January 2023 United States marginal
only as a last resort
Stay in Kailua
We really enjoyed our stay with Barbara. She was always helpful when needed. Everything in the Studio was working well. We highly recommend Barbara’s place.
Thanks again
arnold e. - September 2022 Canada It was an unfortunate happening
Positive:
Something went wrong with the advertised property. I was on the Maui site to find accommodation. Kalama showed up and I thought that it was a suitable location for my purpose. As a consequence I made the reservation through you, Booking.com, and thought no more about it until I arrived in Maui. The names sounded similar and started to look for it under the designated road name but could not find the right address. It was late in the evening and had to find accommodation. The next day I determined I had accommodation on Oahu and not Maui. I had done I my research based on staying on Maui. How was the mistake made? Yes, the accommodation on Maui was very expensive and I will have a problem paying for it but also I have the bill for Oahu. I seek some compensation for it either from you or Kalama. I hope to hear from you soon. Arnold
Negative:
I would if I could.
Craig C. - September 2022 United States No title
Positive:
Clean and comfortable room. Only a 5 min walk from the beach. The owner is very friendly and thoughtful.
Negative:
No comment
Barbara's suite is definitely not a paradise.
The towels smell bad and are old and the suite is ...
Barbara's suite is definitely not a paradise.
The towels smell bad and are old and the suite is not clean. My fiancee did not have a good stay for 30 days.
A nice cozy space in walking distance of the most beautiful beach in the world. Barbara is a thou...
A nice cozy space in walking distance of the most beautiful beach in the world. Barbara is a thoughtful and attentive hostess who makes you feel welcome and cared for. I will definitely come back the next time I'm in the area.
Sebastián E. - August 2022 Great place to stay, the location was perfect.
Our host, Barbara, was very kind to us.
Great place to stay, the location was perfect.
Our host, Barbara, was very kind to us.
safe quiet spot near the beach great for two people
safe quiet spot near the beach great for two people
Barbara was kind, attentive and warm. The location was perfect (couple blocks to the beach, quick...
Barbara was kind, attentive and warm. The location was perfect (couple blocks to the beach, quick bike ride to coffee/groceries/restaurants). My daughter and I loved our stay and I would not hesitate to recommend Auntie Barbara's place :)
I rated the room 5 stars because I found it to be exactly as advertised. The location is great a...
I rated the room 5 stars because I found it to be exactly as advertised. The location is great and at the time I looked, the room represented the best value in Kailua, in my opinion. Barbara was very friendly but didn't impose.
The room is not fancy but it had everything I needed. One thing I particularly appreciated was the shower head. I used the fridge, TV, wi-fi, and coffee machine with no problems.
One thing others had mentioned which I found to be true is that it's pretty close quarters with the other guests. This did not bother me a bit, but I would recommend bringing earplugs just in case. (I did not need them when I was there.) For the same reason, I would suggest that the room isn't the best option for honeymooners. ;)
Great location away from the major tourist areas. Close to the Marine Base, which was important t...
Great location away from the major tourist areas. Close to the Marine Base, which was important to us since we visited Hawaii to see our Marine son. Nearby beach just two blocks away was beautiful and quiet.
Great location close to everything. Multiple beaches near by. Hit up Kailua Beach! Great food opt...
Great location close to everything. Multiple beaches near by. Hit up Kailua Beach! Great food options as well. Barb is a very nice lady with a warm welcoming heart! About an hour from north shore, 30 to the airport and 40 to downtown Honolulu. Great place for the money!
Barbara’s space was clean and very convenient location wise during our stay. Both Barbara’s whom ...
Barbara’s space was clean and very convenient location wise during our stay. Both Barbara’s whom live on the property were very helpful, even checking up on us daily. We experienced last minute changes in our check-in and check out times and was fortunate to have the owner accommodate to our needs. Much mahalos!
Barbara’s place was absolutely perfect for me. The bed is huge and super comfortable! It has all ...
Barbara’s place was absolutely perfect for me. The bed is huge and super comfortable! It has all the things you need for a temporary stay - mini fridge, microwave, rice cooker, and outdoor grill. Barbara even let me use her washing machine and dryer. My absolute FAVORITE part though was the fact that I was literally a block from Kalama beach, which was never crowded and consistently breathtakingly beautiful at every sunrise. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend this place for anyone!
Contained and cozy unit close to the beach.
Contained and cozy unit close to the beach.
Just what we needed for the few days we spent there. Simple and elegant. Would stay there again!
Just what we needed for the few days we spent there. Simple and elegant. Would stay there again!
Barbara's place was the perfect location for our stay in Kailua as we were traveling with family ...
Barbara's place was the perfect location for our stay in Kailua as we were traveling with family and friends. Her place was a quick walk to a house where friends were staying which is where we spent the majority of our time (so close to the beach too!). As others have mentioned, this place is great for resting your head at night after a full day of activities, but not much more than that as it is just a bedroom. The bed was a bit too soft for my boyfriend, but Barbara was kind enough to provide us some futon mattresses as an alternative.
This place was quaint and exactly what a needed for a quick work trip! Great location! Close to l...
This place was quaint and exactly what a needed for a quick work trip! Great location! Close to lots of restaurants and the beach. Barbara was great with communicating about check-in, will definitely stay again!
Clean place, nice host.
Clean place, nice host.
Perfect for a Kailua getaway.
Perfect for a Kailua getaway.
This place was the perfect home base for all of our adventures on Oahu! We didn't spend a lot of ...
This place was the perfect home base for all of our adventures on Oahu! We didn't spend a lot of time in the room as we were always on the go, but when we were there at night and in the mornings it was very comfortable.
We saw Barbara often as we would come and go and she was always so nice and helpful! She also had things like beach chairs, snorkeling gear and towels we were able to all week which made our beach time so much better.
The only thing that caught me off guard the first night but that I got used to the rest of the week, was noise from the other vacation rental. There is an interior door shared btwn the Kalama room and Barbara's other rental that stays locked, but it's loose and you can hear everything through it. For instance, we heard dog barking & scratching, doors opening & closing, guests walking by. We were never worried about our privacy, we just got used to hearing other vacationers near. But if you plan to use this room as just a place to sleep btwn adventures you will be happy! Very cosy and sweet.
This is definitely a minimalist experience. Paper thin walls, we could hear both people on each s...
This is definitely a minimalist experience. Paper thin walls, we could hear both people on each side. Owner is very nice, lives attached to the room. The shower is extremely small, barely enough room to turn around. Things need updating, ie towels, sheets, etc. There is no bbq and the “lanai” is the owners back patio with a small screen. Loved the location close to Kailua town, but would not recommend.
Madeleine M. - August 2022 This is a great place to stay if you want a simple place close to the beach. It was about a 5 min...
This is a great place to stay if you want a simple place close to the beach. It was about a 5 minute walk to a beautiful, not-too-crowded beach and Barbara provides chairs and boogie boards for you to use, as well. It’s a short drive into the main area of Kailua that has grocery stores and restaurants. Barbara was very kind and we loved getting greeted by her dog when we packed up the car every morning!
If you're looking for a simple place with all you need and minutes from a not-too-crowded beach, ...
If you're looking for a simple place with all you need and minutes from a not-too-crowded beach, stop right here and book this room!
The house was clean and walking distance to the beach which was very convenient! Plenty of good r...
The house was clean and walking distance to the beach which was very convenient! Plenty of good restaurants nearby and Barbara was very communicative. We would definitely come back. It's small but has everything you need after being out exploring for the day.
Kathleen S. - May 2022 United States Kalamazoo Studio
What a dear little place! While it took a little getting used to it was perfectly comfortable and accommodating. I would book this u it again!
Outstanding stay at the Kalama Studio
I had a wonderful month-long stay at the Kalama studio! It is a great price, clean, comfy, and in a wonderful location! Barbra, the host, is absolutely amazing! She is so sweet and very accommodating. It is worth noting that there is no stove or hot plate, and that the patio is not directly attached to the studio itself. However, the patio is still easily accessible and convenient. I would highly recommend the Kalama studio and would stay here again!
Kalei M. - March 2021 United States Outstanding Stay!
Barbara, the on-site owner was the best. She was always very helpful and available, and at the same time not obtrusive at all. The Kalama unit was very clean and comfortable for 1-2 persons. The unit has a kitchenette with a coffee pot, microwave, mini refrigerator, and small sink. There is a flat screen tv with basic cable channels, and wifi. The king size bed was very comfortable and was one of the most important pluses of this rental. There are a couple small chairs and a table. The bathroom has a shower only.
Location was ideal and even though it was on a moderately busy street, noise level was low as the unit is set back from the street. The windows were always open and the noise was never an issue. Parking is tight and right outside the unit. It is a little over 1 mile into town and is a 15 minute walk and less than a 5 minute drive to restaurants, supermarkets, and stores. You can walk to the beach via a right of way in 5 minutes. Kailua Beach park is a 5 minute drive.
The only point I could wish for is a couple of more comfortable chairs to replace the current chairs.
I would definitely rent this unit again and is perfect for 1-2 persons. Kailua is so much of a better location than Honolulu especially with a hostess like Barbara Carvalho!
kalama room
not huge but enough space for two people clean and comfortable
Month long stay with Auntie Barbara
My daughter and I had a lovely time staying in the Kalama room. Barbara was warm and attentive and the location was perfect. Would definitely recommend.
Craig C. - September 2019 United States Charming Kalama Room
Comfortable and very clean room. The owner is very kind and thoughtful. While the room does not have a view it's only a 5 minute walk to the beach. Guests can also use the beach chairs and boards to use at the beach. The little kitchenette has all the supplies you need but not a stove...which we did not need anyway. We saved money by shopping locally and eating in our room for some meals. All in all a very good value I would stay there again.
Peaceful time!
My wife and I really enjoyed our time! the room had everything we needed, and it was very close to the Kailua beach. The host was also very sweet and graceful. We definitely would consider staying there again!
Comfortable and clean
Booked 4 nights with my mom and it was a great place for us to come back to too rest up after exploring all day. It's close to the beach at Kailua which is nice and less crowded than many other beaches. Plenty of good food options nearby and Barbara had beach chairs and towels for us to use which was great. We'd definitely come back!
Marilyn K. - September 2018 United States Charming
The rental was very clean. The directions were clear. The host was available . I would rent again!
January visit
We were very happy with our accommodations at Auntie Barbara's. The room was clean and more than adequate and very close to the beach and town. Barbara is a very gracious and generous person who makes you feel at home.
Great Accomodations
A very nice person with a clean, affordable, safe home convenient to all activities and sites on southern and eastern shores without the congestion of the larger cities. Auntie Barbara and her family went out of the way to make you feel welcome.
King bed room review
Very friendly hostess. Room very clean and neat and quiet. The only negative is that there is no room for a pair of comfortable chairs to read in. Price is great and very convenient location.
Nice Stay
We had a great time in Kailua, with lots of things to do in the area. Way better than Waikiki. D&D's was very nice and comfortable.
Very Nice Kailua Rental Studio
Auntie Barbara provides a very neat and clean sleeping room, with an attached bath and modest food preparation facilities (microwave, coffee maker, mini fridge, etc. - but no sink or stove). Her larger studio is right next door, and both units tie directly to the main house - each with a private entrance. She lets her guests enjoy the beautiful back yard. A small pool adds to the nice decor (altho guests can't swim in it). That's okay, since the very beautiful Kailua beach is only a pleasant 8-minute walk away. Despite its great charm, we never saw this beach crowded.
This rental is on a slightly busy street. But since the building is set back, street noise isn't an issue. The room air conditioner was a bit noisy, but it didn't stop us from sleeping. And Barbara's two very small, cute & friendly dogs are active watch dogs.
Barbara hails from California, but she's lived in this town a long time. She's very pleasant and gracious; we had some delightful chats with her. While she does a nice job of respecting your privacy, she also gave us some great dining recommendations and town perspectives.
If you want to spend lots of time in your room, the bigger unit might be a better fit. (As noted by others,the smaller unit doesn't have a good reading chair.) But if you want a nice room for just sleeping, watching a little TV and planning your day, this is a super choice at a thrifty price. Barbara is great. And Kailua / Lanikai, with it's great community feel and charming shopping area, was our favorite town on the entire island.
IMPECCABLE
The room was impeccably clean and very true to the picture on your website. Barbara was always there to provide assistance and information as needed. She is a genuinely nice and honest person who will do everything to make your stay enjoyable! The only downside is that the walls are thin between the units but that is not Barbaras fault and the rest made up for it. Thanks again for everything, Annie
Kalama room review
Our stay at the Kalama room was great. The location is in a great neighborhood with walking distance to the beach. The bed was very comfortable and the entire place was very clean and cozy. Barbara was the ideal hostess. She was very warm and welcoming and always available to answer questions or help. She even provided beach chairs and boogie boards. Her daughter was also very sweet and friendly. We even BBQed one afternoon in her patio. Everything was perfect.
PERFECT
A perfect room in paradise, what more could one ask for? Exactly as advertised, the Kalama Room was outstanding for our week-long stay. Absolutely clean and comfortable with Barbara an excellent host. Thank you for helping make our vacation a wonderful experience!
Small paradise for two
The Kalama Room was comfortable, but for a couple only (it is small, but no need more for two!). The room is clean and we appreciated the BBQ ! The only thing I would change is to replace all the unnecessary items by hooks, shelves or other kind of support for the wet clothes from the beach.
(Sorry for my bad english..!)