Aloha: I’m helping out as a driver for guests staying at Kona Beach Hostel during WC week. Thule helium 3-bike rack on my car. I thought I’d point out that this location has been a great one for past tri competitors.
The KBH staff had the driveway and parking area paved, so lots of additional space to spread out bikes for work. Many lanais (porches), great kitchen, private or dorm rooms, air conditioner in many rooms, sunset views, gate opens onto Ali’i Drive, 4 minutes walk to beach park, 15 minutes walk to swim start of Ironman!
Check them out! Kona Beach Hostel dotcom for photos! Here’s pix from one of the decks.