Premier Suite, Private Bathroom (Ali'i Suite)

Reviews of Dragonfly Ranch

3 out of 5
Dragonfly Ranch
84-5146 Keala O Keawe Road, Captain Cook, HI

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 246 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 246 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 246 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 246 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 246 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Brenda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you love kind and caring people and enjoy nature and a casual family-like environment, you will enjoy staying at the beautiful Dragonfly Ranch. You will be immersed in the beautiful scents of tropical plants and flowers and enjoy a symphony of birds and nocturnal frogs and insects from your cozy eclectic screened in suite. I had a wonderful time staying at this unique and peaceful place. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Barbara on Mar 10, 2024
It is always heartwarming to hear that people enjoy their stay here. The Dragonfly Ranch team does their best to embrace guests and help them. Enjoy their time on the big island.

2/10 Terrible

Douglas, New Braunfels

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Barbara on Mar 10, 2024
Douglas told me that he had a good time here but he for some reason couldn't write what he felt. He said he mistakenly put only one out of five when he really wanted to put five.

10/10 Excellent

Eli

👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time staying at the Dragonfly ranch. The owner, Barbara, was very engaging and helpful to find our way around the area. We had the option to stick to ourselves whenever we wanted, but also had great conversations with all the staff. Very delightful people. The bed was very comfortable and the room quiet. I highly recommend giving this gem of a place a try. We know we'll be back there for a stay next time we visit the Big Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Barbara on Mar 10, 2024
Happy to hear that we provided what was wanted! Looking forward to more of the same

4/10 Poor

Fernando

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expensive for what you get. Camping with a roof. Dolphin room closes with only a small latch for security. Random door that leads to another room and locks from the otherside. Outdoor shower and bathroom. Breakfast was great. Cheaper than a resort but not worth the savings.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Barbara on Dec 5, 2023
I thank this gentleman for letting others know that we have a laid-back life style at the Dragonfly Ranch. The Dolphin Room that is our the least expensive unit has an outdoor bathroom that some people love and others do not. If you do not want an outdoor bathroom, we have suites with inside toilets and outdoor showers that are private. None of our places need to be seriously locked because we're always here looking after peoples belongings. Nothing has been stolen. I would say that we are "luxuriously rustic." the "random"door mentioned locks from the dolphin room side.If you would rather have a hotel room with small windows and serious locks on the doors, it's better not to come to the Dragonfy Ranch. We welcome adventurous guests.

6/10 Okay

robert

Traveled with group
Thought we'd try something a bit different.
Its a little more basic than we thought it would be. The bathroom was clean but basic. Dragonfly Ranch is in the jungle - bring mosquito spray. We had a big arse spider in the bathroom - none of us dare go past him to take a shower. A simple breakfast was provided: coffee, cereal with nuts and fruit and toast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phenomenal Stay
From the moment my boyfriend and I checked in we were treated so amazingly. We were even given a choice to upgrade ( which we kindly declined). Our room was cozy... the bed was like a cloud.We watched a beautiful sunset after driving around the island. In the morning we woke up to coffee and a lavish breakfast that only happens here at Dragonfly retreat. For those who expecting a hotel type stay think again. This is an outdoor adventure to be explored and appreciated. We loved it and will return every chance we get. Thank you to all the staff for your hard work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dragonfly Ranch - One of the best!
Dragonfly Ranch is a great place to stay, with awesome staff, and the owner (Barbara) enjoys getting to know the guests with a wealth of knowledge for what to do and great places for food and other experiences. Each morning breakfast is provided with fresh fruits (some from the ranch), nuts, seeds, healthy grains and more to start the day on Big Island. The Captain Cook area of Big Island is a wonderful area to stay where Dragonfly Ranch is located.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Ken

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is nothing like a hotel or B&B you would normally stay in. It is an eclectic experience more akin to crashing at a friend's place because you need a place to stay. In fact, many of the friendly staff seem to be doing just that. If you like a very different experience, this may be the place for you. First off, the doors to the rooms are not secure. They have only simple latches, so if you leave the property, you will want to bring all your valuables. There are no glass windows, just screens, and obviously no A/C, which can be a problem when it gets hot. They have fans, some good and some not. The beds seem to be clean but don't look too close into the corners or closets. Most showers are outside of the rooms, protected by sliding curtains. Cobwebs are ever-present as well. This place was apparently once a yoga studio and wellness retreat and still has many of the same facilities for those functions, including lots of books and healing oils around. The breakfast is a healthy affair with fresh cooked grains like quinois, and fresh fruit as well. The nut butters and jams for toast come from a collection that has been used by many people for a long time. They come out of the fridge on a tray that has been holding them all for quite a while. The place is filled with all kinds of interesting art and objects, but some, like the collection of musical instruments in the main "lobby" are covered with cobwebs. This place could be great with a major overhaul and deep cleaning.
Response from Barbara on Mar 10, 2024
It's good that my new team took all of these criticisms to Heart and have thoroughly cleaned and rejuvenated the Dragonfly. I'm glad that this gentleman liked our organic breakfast and I'm glad I could put him in a room that had a good fan because I know he was Expecting to have air-conditioning. We do have portable air conditioners upon request. But if you do want a hotel, like experience with windows and locks, this is not the place. What we do have is lots of love and good fun.

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were dazzled with this property. We spent the first night of our Honeymoon here and it was perfect. The staff was so welcoming, helpful and caring. Added Bonus: Both my husband and I agreed that this was our favorite breakfast from both Oahu and the Big Island!! The pineapple was AMAZING!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Unusual but Pleasant
The location was not what I expected. There are no locking doors, so if you want to leave anything in your room while you are away, you can not lock it. You can latch the screen door from the inside. The bathroom for the room I stayed in was not completely private. It was essentially on the outside porch and screened in by bamboo blinds. The location is staffed primarily by college age adults that were pleasant and helpful. It was a more natural setting than most lodging places. If asked if I would stay there again, I most likely would say yes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Rae

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a 3 star hotel! Haha
We arrived and somehow in booking with hotels.com it changed 6 people to 2 people. So we had to pay $120 extra dollars to stay all in 1 room, which had lizards and the biggest bugs ever inside. We paid $456 for 1 night and most definitely not worth it! Also don’t stay here if you’re allergic to cats! A cat kept coming into our room all night through the outdoor shower which is completely open to the room. Pictures are better than in person.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Dragonfly Ranch was an adventure! The staff was wonderful and the breakfast tasty. It is very non traditional and very tropical. Thank you so much, would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Barbara on Mar 10, 2024
Thomas is obviously the kind of guy who likes what we offer. We hope we will see you again Thomas. Mahalo for your kind review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was lush with trees and creatures, almost like a rain forest. It was more like a spiritual retreat than a hotel stay. We loved the excellent organic breakfast every morning on the scenic deck, and our interaction with their friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Barbara on Mar 10, 2024
Thank you Michael for noticing that what we provide is beyond what most people get at a hotel. My team and I always do our best to make your stay pleasantly memorable.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Get Away from the Noise Stay
Dragonfly ranch is incredible. Staying here is like staying in a tree house mansion. The staff was incredible and Barbara was so nice. The place is an artistic marvel. Don’t stay here if you’re looking for a resort. But if you’re looking to get away from all the hustle and bustle and enjoy the Big Island, you can’t find better.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanna, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were so happy and fulfilled during our stay. The property is gorgeous and mirrored by beautiful and friendly people stewarding the land. Charming, nature-centered, heartfelt, abundant! Chee-hu!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have travelled throughout much of the world and the Dragonfly Ranch is one of the most unique places I have visited. The setting in the heavy tropical rainforest is wonderful! It’s such and peaceful and soul nourishing location. The room itself has three beds and plenty of seating. This is truly a place in which you can unwind and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Randy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheesy cheap decor!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Yifan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noisy frogs and no way to close the windows. Bugs in the room

10/10 Excellent

holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Excellent bed, we felt like we avoided jet lag due to how well we slept. Filtered water prvided in room. Beautiful location. Awesome, loving humans all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Tanya de Guzman, Fremont

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

kerstin

Traveled with partner
Loved the sounds of nature through the night, great vegan breakfast options and a fantastic view from the dining area. The only downsides were that local shops close really early if you are trying to pick up food if arriving after 8pm and we were woken by someone (possibly staff) having a long, loud telephone conversation at 4am. Our bathroom was semi outdoors and the bed was pretty lumpy. Not for those looking for luxury but it suited us fine for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

KRISTEN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our favorite place we stayed at over our two-week stay in Hawaii. My seven year old said “Good job finding this place, Mama!” Barbara told us she has run Dragonfly ranch for 47 years! And she has clearly been pouring live and presence into the place all that time. It’s probably not for everyone—if you’re a Hilton resort kind of person or don’t like to be close to nature, skip this. But if you swoon over private outdoor showers and a score of Big Island night sounds serenading your sleep, you’ll love it here. Breakfast is wholesome and comes with an incredible view. The sunsets are amazing, too. It’s like living in a retreat center. The charm and loving vibe are through the roof. This place is special, absolutely one of a kind. I wish we’d stayed much longer. It would be easy to make this a home base and travel all over the island while staying at the Dragonfly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you are looking for unique experience in lush green jungles for relax and reflections, this B&B may be just the place. We arrived at the place later and missed the somewhat secluded entrance. The place doesn’t have all the amenities of a hotel, but the view and the sound were very rewarding. The room has a screen door, so that it offers fragrance of the jungle and a symphony played by bugs, frogs, birds day and night, and joined in by roosters in early morning. As you stayed longer, the “symphony” faded into a background music and you became less aware of its existence. The batch is also open to air - a 7’ bamboo screen and a roof provides privacy and partial protection from weather. There are two geckos taking the place behind the bathroom mirror as their home. If you turn on the bathroom light at the night, they would come out - not to welcome you, but to catch a few bugs attracted by the light for their dinner! When you enjoy your breakfast prepared with healthy ingredients and fruits, you would meet the company of two cute small dogs (Makana and Lonali) and a Siamese cat (Azure ), who was very attached to you. This is a germ hidden in the jungle if you are looking for staying close to nature but with all the comforts nowadays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bugs, Filthy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our family of 4 loved the Dragonfly Ranch! We stayed in the Writers Studio and were very comfortable. We loved the openness of the room with the sounds of the jungle day and night! The breakfasts were incredible with different grains each morning with endless toppings along with toast and every kind of jelly you can think of! And the views to eat your meal was unforgettable. The Kona coffee was amazing, grown a mile away and handpicked for perfect ripeness, Barbara the owner of Dragonfly contacted the coffee grower so we could go pick up a precious pound to take home. Every single staff member was all very friendly and helpful and the environment was very relaxed. We loved walking the grounds seeing the farm animals, gardens and the Illuminarium for doing yoga, meditation or just sipping coffee looking over the beautiful Pacific. The location was excellent with Two-Step a couple miles away and great snorkeling. We also visited Pebble Beach and Hookana beach nearby. Black Rock Pizza in Captain Cook is the bomb with tasty Hoi Boi pizza and passion fruit Mai Tais! The geckos were a treat to see and interact with (they liked licking our plate which is a no-no:). Yes it’s a jungle so expect critters but overall the place is clean. We felt like we were staying with family, even Azure the Siamese cat stayed with us nearly the whole time (my teenager loved!) We will be back! Thank you Barbara!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were great and it felt like staying with friends
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blaise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely unconventional close to nature place
This was an absolutely amazing place to stay. Easy to get to, it feels like you are in the middle of the tropical forest with the frogs singing at night. The dragonfly ranch isn't your typical hotel. The room was comfortable and cool with lots of shade from the surrounding trees. Lots of screen windows and doors, making the whole experience close to the surrounding nature. Breakfast included a selection of exotic jams from a nearby farm that were fun to experiment with. While my family loved it, this is definitely an unconventional place, so I could imagine some people might not like it. Here are some things you might find strange. - The room didn't lock, with just a screen door. - The bathroom just had a curtain and mosquito screen as a door. - The shower wasn't tiles, but had a stone floor. - One of the hotel's cats kept sneaking into the room through the showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The SUNSETS!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

tai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Since it is a ranch, it is very noisy at night time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from Anita on Apr 19, 2022
Yes, here in rural Hawaii, We do have a variety of crickets, frogs and the sounds of the jungle. We also leave earplugs in every room for those who prefer silence. Mahalo for staying with us!

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Anita on Apr 11, 2022
Mahalo Mary for staying with us! Please come and see us again whenever you return to the big island. Team Dragonfly :)

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Anita on Mar 21, 2022
Thank you Nicole for those high marks. We enjoy hosting such lovely folks and making new friends. Safe travels till we see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful and unique. It is set up almost like a giant tree house. I loved the mix of indoor and outdoor shower options and the connection with nature. The koki frogs where loud but where else would you get an experience like that! They serve the most amazing breakfast. The staff goes above and beyond for you. You are almost walking distance to one of the best snorkel spots on the island. Best of all.if you need help physically they offerer healing modalities! Love love and will be nack again. This was my 5th trip here. I always start my hawaii vacation here because it is really a show stopper and experience for anyone i bring!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Anita on Mar 24, 2022
Thanks Michelle for the wonderful feedback. We just love repeat guests, its like old friends coming back for a visit. A Hou Ho!! till we meet again

8/10 Good

Douglas, San Bernardino

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant, serene, and tranquil. Nice to visit. Thank you for the wonderful time
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Virginia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a one of a kind place that provides a glamping type feel. We stayed in the dolphin room with a semi private bathroom, no a/c and open to the Hawaiian breeze (which is amazing at night). The area is beautiful and they have a great view of the ocean. Can be kind of loud at night with the birds but they provide ear plugs. My shower was warmish but my husband said his shower was hot so you gotta wait a bit. They serve a small healthy breakfast of fruits, quinoa and toast, perfect to get going in the morning. Unfortunately we weren't there long enough to enjoy some of the additional amenities like yoga, snorkeling, or tour assistance. The only negative thing is that the common areas are cluttered and weren't very neat. I also didnt like we couldn't lock up our room. The staff was helpful and kind however. We got in late so they let us check-in in the morning. I will stay again if in the same area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from Anita on Mar 21, 2022
Mahalo Virginia for your kind words and constructive feedback. We are always open for changes to make things better and are so glad to hear you will come back to see us when your in town. A hoi ho & aloha

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Powell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say, we fell in love with the Dragonfly ranch and Barbara. Her staff was beyond kind and delightful This is not your average spot. If you want an experience that you won’t forget stay here. It’s not for someone who wants all the amenities and being pampered This is a perfect spot for someone who wants to get away from the normal and escape to a tropical outdoor living paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from Anita on Jan 26, 2022
Thank you for being part of the Dragonfly tribe & being someone who appreciates our indoor/outdoor experience. Our clients are the best!

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay— would recommend to a friend. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Lots a fresh local fruit at breakfast. Beautiful setting, ocean views, great room. Location is on fast narrow windy road with little shoulder, so difficult to get anywhere without a car.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from Anita on Jan 26, 2022
Thank you for your review, Martin! We are truly happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay here, you are always welcome to come back to Dragonfly! :)

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the coolest place on the big island! We stayed here because we could not get any other hotel room near Kona for under $500 during Christmas. It is truly like staying in the middle of a rain forest yet being seconds from amazing restaurants, snorkeling and all other island activities. Increadible staff and a great very relaxed vibe. This is not for everybody and we worried about our shower being outside and the very strange room descriptions but this is what made our stay to short and an amazing experience. My teenagers thought this was the best hotel even though it did not have a TV in the room! Happy New Year
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from Barbara on Dec 31, 2021
Its always wonderful to hear good feedback. we do our best to assist everyone to have a joyous time here in Hawaii. Thank you for your glowing review.

8/10 Good

Savita

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from Anita on Jan 26, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to rate us! Sincerely,

10/10 Excellent

Reginald, East Orange

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this place. It was so peaceful, the food was delicious and the staff is so kind. I especially loved the yoga in the Illuminarium in the morning. I will stay here everytime I go to Hawaii.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from Anita on Nov 23, 2021
Aloha Reginald, We loved hosting you and are so glad you choose us for your stay on the island. A hoi ho and Mahalo for your kind appreciation for our lovely staff.

8/10 Good

AMY

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021