Is Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay?

As of 31 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay on 1 Mar 2026 start from AU$555.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Where is Sweet Mermaid Studio at Manini Beach, Kealakekua Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Kapahukapu Manini Beach, Hikiau Heiau State Monument and Kealakekua Bay. Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and Kona Pacific Farmers Cooperative are also within 2 miles (3 km).

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

19 Nov 2024

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Wonderful stay

Everything we needed for a peaceful stay right near Manini beach.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige R.

24 Sept 2025

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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

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

29 Jan 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Sheila A.

18 Aug 2023

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Peaceful Sanctuary surrounded by beauty

Quiet location for enjoying snorkeling and sunsets ❤️

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dale W.

6 Mar 2025

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Hawaii 2025

Enjoyed the atmosphere and studio layout. Comfortable. Access to the ocean was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

27 Apr 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Janice Y.

26 Jan 2025

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Sweet Mermaid Studio

Nice residential feel, away from the touristy bustle. Comfortable bed! Nice outdoor spaces. Lovely private garden. Walk in any direction to get a lay of land. Well supplied kitchen. Host is kind and accommodating offering ideas for fun excursions.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

28 Jan 2024

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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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

15 Oct 2024

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Colorful and welcoming

The Sweet Mermaids Studio makes you feel welcome and at home. So many lovely touches artwork and flowers. The outside shower is very refreshing. We had an amazing walk down to the ocean the first evening to watch the sunset. I'd highly recommend this as a lovely quiet place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

marilyn d.

22 Oct 2023

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Mermaid Cottage

Our stay at Jill's Mermaid cottage was Awesome! Jill is an excellent host who made us feel truly welcome and was on site but far from intrusive. The grounds (her yard) is an oasis that makes you feel like you're in your own island paradise. Jill, Thank you and we hope to stay with you again, Marilyn & Myles

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole C.

4 Mar 2025

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A true GEM!

Sweet Mermaid Cottage is delightful and a magical place to stay. If you are looking for Aloha vibes THIS is your place. Jill’s cottage has everything you may need to cook your own meals and ample space to spread out and is extremely clean. We especially enjoyed our walks around this small island community. Snorkeling is top notch and you can rent kayaks practically next door to get out on the water! Jill was always available to answer questions and we enjoyed our conversations with her. Jill is a true mermaid and we hope to return soon!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN L.

15 May 2024

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Delightful

A magical mermaid studio for sure. Beautiful grounds, fantastic location away from the hustle and bustle. Studio was decorated so well. It was a delight to listen to the frogs, birds, and roosters while enjoying the outdoor shower. Truly a wonderful experience

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 July 2025

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We loved our stay at the exquisite Sweet Mermaid Studio! The setting is a magical tropical paradise! The building has only 2 units; this is the downstairs apt. The studio is roomy and had everything we didn't think we needed... including a coffee grinder (when we realized we got coffee beans, not ground!) and snorkling gear in a variety of sizes as well as water toys! It's very quiet; we loved falling asleep each night to all the tropical frog sounds from the pond and mango trees outside. Although it doesn't have a formal kitchen per se, there's everything you could possibly need: fridge, coffee maker, convection oven, hot plate, dishes/pots/pans, and more. And it's a short walk to 2 different beaches! Our host was very friendly and accommodating. We highly recommend this magical tropical getaway!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

13 Oct 2023

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2 Night Stay

We chose this place due to it's proximity to Captain Cook, as we wanted to hike the monument trail and snorkel at Kealakekua Bay. It was absolutely perfect for what we needed! Jill was there to greet us when we arrived and was readily available if we needed anything. The room was clean and very well appointed with everything we could possibly need. It is not too far away from Kailua-Kona, and right in the heart of coffee country! We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

30 Dec 2023

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Wonderful stay in paradise

We celebrated our second honeymoon and it was just exceptional. Jill was an awesome host, and her mermaid studio was perfect. Very clean and a great place to relax after exploring the Island. Nestled in a quiet area with a two minute walk ro a quaint local beach. The place has a very zen feel with unique decor. My wife loved the out door shower. If you want a fun and memorable experience come visit jill in her mermaid studio, you won't be disappointed.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Port Angeles

27 Feb 2024

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Manini Oasis

We had a lovely stay at Jill's Mermaid Studio. We were pleasantly surprised at the size of the studio - lots of room to enjoy. Highlights: *short walk to snorkeling *gardens are beautiful *floral smells in the air at night *outdoor shower *Jill is great host *kitties are sweet *excellent amenities (we didnt need anything) Hints: the tropics are amazing and bugs live here - bug spray & bite lotion are needed if hanging outside Keep a clean kitchen Driveway can be tricky in dark Enjoy this lovely oasis

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony J.

16 Feb 2025

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Awesome!

This was our first time to the islands without kids and staying in a VRBO. It could not have gone better. Everything was comfortable and just as advertised. Easy to get there and get settled in. Neighborhood was quiet and relaxing, we didn't even close the doors at night. Loved being able to walk to the bay with just snorkel gear (no keys/no wallet to worry about) and go for a swim. We were able to use the snorkel gear Jill had on hand, so that was a bonus. Between the barbecue, microwave and the hot plate, meals were no problem. Weird, but I think the part we are missing most after coming home, is the outdoor shower! Thanks Jill!

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven A., Victoria, BC, Canada

2 Aug 2023

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Wonderful place, perfect location,

I booked here specifically for snorkelling in Kelakekua Bay. This was the perfect location. I rented kayaks 3 times from Ehu and Kai Adventures to cross the bay. Their launch site is a 90 second walk from this suite. Also, it's only a 10 minute drive to 2-Step Beach. The accommodation is one very large room with additional outdoor table, lounge, shower etc. It's comfortable and has all you need. The village is small and peaceful. Jill was helpful, kind and cheerful. (The snorkelling at the Capt. Cook monument and at 2-Step Beach is astounding.)

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

10 Aug 2024

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Return visit as perfect as the first.

I had another lovely stay at the Mermaid Studio. (9 days in July) Historic Napo'opo'o is a tiny village on Kealakekua Bay. (The hyphens are pronounced like "oh-oh" but most locals seem to shorten it to Napopo.) One lane roads, no stores... It feels very remote but is still an easy drive from the airport, 15 min to groceries. I come for the amazing local snorkelling, the best on the island IMHO. You can kayak across the bay to the Cook Monument for snorkelling, or drive 9 min south to the equally excellent Honaunau Bay (2-step beach). I also enjoyed walking 2 blocks to Manini Beach each evening to watch the sunset and chat with the locals. Very mellow. The spacious studio had everything I needed. You have your own outdoor table, pond, lounge chair, and shower. Jill is always cheerful, helpful and knowledgeable. I hope to return again next year.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin D.

21 Sept 2025

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Sweet Mermaid Studio was an amazing place to stay. Jill the host was very gracious and welcoming

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanne H.

7 Oct 2025

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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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

5 Aug 2024

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Manini Beach

Beautiful property, relaxed stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

10 Aug 2025

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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.

Kealakekua Bay.
Napoopoo is on the water just beyond the darker trees.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrée B.

23 Dec 2024

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Amazing place !!!!!

Just perfect !!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Slevin H.

16 June 2023

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Great getaway!

Host was wonderful! 2 minute walk to the beach. Awesome place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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