Welcome to the Kona Makai! For those who have stayed here before, you already know what a fantastic property this is - in every way. If you've never stayed, now's the time! We've now decided to share our personal home with guests as well. And as you will see we have excellent traveller ratings. The Kona Makai is an Ocean Front Complex located on famous Alii Drive just over a mile south of historic Kona Village. It is well known for it's beautiful grounds with immaculately maintained Hawaiian native plants. You can enjoy ocean front seating with loungers, feel the ocean spray on your face, and listen to the rolling waves. Most mornings spinner dolphins travel by right out front sometime around 7:30am and then travel back again in the late afternoon. This same area will provide amazing sunsets where you can enjoy a nice glass of wine, BBQ, dine and have some good conversation with your fellow travelers. The large heated salt water pool has a maximum depth of 8 feet and the relaxing spa are both steps from the ocean. This a quiet complex with tennis courts, heated salt water pool, spa, exercise rooms, and ping pong. It is best suited for couples and families with older children (14 and older).
No detail has been missed here and we are pleased to now share our personal home with guests. This is a 1 Bedroom , 1 Bath Unit, with a loft on the top floor of a three-story walk up with soaring open beam ceilings. This spacious condo has granite counter tops, upgraded kitchen cabinets, and tile floors. The bathroom is completely redone, and the master has beautiful King Size bedroom furniture. There are 65" 4K smart TV's in both the living room and the master bedroom. Incredible Ocean views from both lanais - off the living room and the master bedroom. The loft has a new memory foam queen size bed . The unit is fully equipped with Bosch washer/dryer, towels, linens, dishes, and shopping bags for purchasing your groceries etc. And everything you need for a day at the beach is included: chairs, beach/pool lounge pads, beach towels, a cooler, an umbrella, snorkeling noodles, and plastic dishes for the pool/beach.
You will instantly feel at home here!
All Travellers are required to follow the state of Hawaii Requirements. It is your responsibility to do so.
For longer stays, please contact us to discuss rates.
There is an additional property damage protection plan available through VRBO.
Hawaii GET Tax ID: GE-177-622-2208-01
Hawaii TAT Tax ID: TA-177-622-2208-01...
Registration Number: TA-177-622-2208-01, 3750210040059, GE-177-622-2208-01
theresa k.
Apr 25, 2024
We were so pleased with our stay. Everything was well stocked and clean. The amenities were also wonderful. The landscapers were amazing! It was a beautiful place to see the ocean and sunsets. We would love to return!
Mary Jo D.
Mar 22, 2024
Lovely unit - well cared for - obviously someone's home. Very comfortable, grateful for the beach toys and equipment made available during our stay. We appreciate the condo codes of conduct - a very peaceful, enjoyable stay - will try to book here again.
Teresa M.
Mar 12, 2024
This property worked perfectly for two of us. We have stayed in the complex previously and were very happy to find a suitable unit to stay in again and it did not disappoint. The overall location of the property in Kona Kailua is close enough to town to easily walk in to enjoy what it has to offer. The condo unit itself was very well equipped with everything we needed. All of the appliances worked very well including the countertop oven which I was very impressed with. The king bed was comfortable and there were a multitude of pillows to choose from. All of the beach necessities were there for our use which made our beach days stress free. Parking is ample on the property and the barbeques down by the water (I think there are 6) make cooking dinner a wonderful experience. We didn't use any air conditioning as the flow of air through the unit from front to back and use of fans provided a very comfortable temperature to enjoy. Overall this property was absolutely everything we look for in a short term stay and we would not hesitate to stay there again....and hope to!
MARK B.
Nov 01, 2023
This was our fifth October stay at Kona Makai and the fourth in a different unit. This unit has the nicest decor, large screen TVs in both the living and bedrooms, strong WiFi, tiled floor throughout including on both lanais, ceiling fans in all living areas, the best one being above the main lanai where we spent most of our time, AC units in both the living area and main bedroom, neither of which we needed to use due to a good flow of air through the unit entrance and lanai(s) doors and the windows above the loft, and all the necessary kitchen items one might need. The only appliance missing was an oven should an occupant need one. The only shortcomings (2) we felt were the lanai seating which has a set of 4 high bar chairs with accompanying high table. The chairs were difficult to get in and out of and were very uncomfortable. The other was the small washing machine which limited how much could be washed so required multiple washes. Other than that, the unit's north facing location is the best as the sun doesn't shine on the lanai allowing one to stay somewhat cool on 80 degree plus days. Another benefit is the palm tree next to the south facing lanai which provides some privacy from the Sea Cliff neighbors. Still the best unit we have stayed in at Kona Makai and the best loft unit.
Janet L.
Oct 28, 2023
The property was as described. Easy to find. Beautiful setting. Property was extremely nice. It was a little busy getting in and out of the property because the Ironman World Championship was happening the day after we left, so lots of extra runners and bicyclists. During normal times in sure it's easier to get in and out. Would use this place again.
Joanna S.
Oct 17, 2023
Rob & Darlene were amazing hosts who provided my friend and I with the perfect oasis to escape from work and rest. The location is right by downtown Kona, but just enough away to be quiet, with amazing views, especially by the pool area.
Cannot say enough good things about this place and we hope to return!
Joanna S.
Oct 16, 2023
Rob & Darlene were amazing hosts who provided my friend and I with the perfect oasis to escape from work and rest. The location is right by downtown Kona, but just enough away to be quiet, with amazing views, especially by the pool area.
Cannot say enough good things about this place and we hope to return!
Frank H.
Oct 16, 2023
We would stay here at the Kona Makai again. Many ammenities at this location were excelent.
The condo was clean and modern.
It had all the cooking and dining utensils you would ever want.
The grounds were perfectly manicured
Nice pool area with gas barbecue
A great area near the pool to sit and watch amazing sunsets with waves breaking near your feet.
A well equipped workout area.
Very quiet and peaceful (I think there are mostly full-time tenants with a few rental condos)
Exceptional views from both lanis.
A spacious loft with a queen sized bed and a desk area.
A nice bedroom with a king sized bed
and finally, the bathroom that was modern with a nice shower.
Cons:
It is a bit of a walk to resteraunts and shopping. We are seniors and it is a walk up three floors to the condo. We considdered the trade off of a higher floor totally worth it for the view.
We would have rented a car when we arrived in Kona if we had known the amount if walking we would be doing. To be fair there is a very nice trolly system to get around but the times we could grab it never seemed to line up with what we were doing. Uber did not show twice.
Also, there is so much beauty within driving distance. We went back to the airport and rented a car eventually and I recomend doing that.
I only gave communication with management 4 stars because we had no real contact with them. This was fine with us because they really covered all the bases perfectly and there were no problems.
Frank H.
Oct 16, 2023
We would stay here at the Kona Makai again. Many ammenities at this location were excelent.
The condo was clean and modern.
It had all the cooking and dining utensils you would ever want.
The grounds were perfectly manicured
Nice pool area with gas barbecue
A great area near the pool to sit and watch amazing sunsets with waves breaking near your feet.
A well equipped workout area.
Very quiet and peaceful (I think there are mostly full-time tenants with a few rental condos)
Exceptional views from both lanis.
A spacious loft with a queen sized bed and a desk area.
A nice bedroom with a king sized bed
and finally, the bathroom that was modern with a nice shower.
Cons:
It is a bit of a walk to resteraunts and shopping. We are seniors and it is a walk up three floors to the condo. We considdered the trade off of a higher floor totally worth it for the view.
We would have rented a car when we arrived in Kona if we had known the amount if walking we would be doing. To be fair there is a very nice trolly system to get around but the times we could grab it never seemed to line up with what we were doing. Uber did not show twice.
Also, there is so much beauty within driving distance. We went back to the airport and rented a car eventually and I recomend doing that.
I only gave communication with management 4 stars because we had no real contact with them. This was fine with us because they really covered all the bases perfectly and there were no problems.
Rick Jordan R.
Sep 14, 2023
My girlfriend and I stayed here for a week as my graduation present from college. We loved staying here! Super clean, the neighbors are nice and quiet and the place is really homie. There is even boogie boards, beach chairs and other good stuff in the bedroom closet so no need for rentals! If you are looking for a nice place to stay, that is close to stores and a beach within a 5 min drive, this is the spot!
Rick Jordan R.
Aug 30, 2023
My girlfriend and I stayed here for a week as my graduation present from college. We loved staying here! Super clean, the neighbors are nice and quiet and the place is really homie. There is even boogie boards, beach chairs and other good stuff in the bedroom closet so no need for rentals! If you are looking for a nice place to stay, that is close to stores and a beach within a 5 min drive, this is the spot!
Stefanie K.
Jun 26, 2023
Quiet location, close to town and with a great front ocean view by the pool. We enjoyed our stay and would come back again!
Stefanie K.
Jun 11, 2023
Quiet location, close to town and with a great front ocean view by the pool. We enjoyed our stay and would come back again!
Dean C.
Jun 01, 2023
We decided to stay here twice this trip and it felt like coming home. Hosts are super accommodating and respond quickly to anything you need. You won’t regret staying here
Dean C.
May 29, 2023
We loved this place so much, we stayed twice in one trip!
Very well stocked with everything you need, great host communication, and very close to town.
Will 100% stay again.
