Everything was great. The condo is next to a busy road but that makes it highly accessible to shops and restaurants.
Geeta R.
October 2025
Great rooms, location and views. Enjoyed watching the surfers. My only complaint was that the access information didn't get there until we arrived. A bit of stress.Thanks so much.
David L.
October 2025
all was good
vicky s.
October 2025
The plus on this place is the view and that was about it.It started with the bathrooms being filthy, gross. I had to wash the shower curtain in one bathroom twice just to get some of the filth off of it.It was starting to grow mold on the shower curtain in the master bathroom. The second bathroom has hole in wall where the toilet paper holder was to be.Really bad Hair dryer when I went to use it had bared wires and shocked me.Bathroom rug in master bathroom was so gross I placed it in entryway along with hairdryer so they would see them. Cleaning products that we found were wet ones wipes. Refrigerator was leaking water on the floor definitely needs to be replaced. Kitchen is a little small and works for 1 to 2 people in it at a time. The dryer wasn’t drying the clothes or towels after an hour of running. Beds were bad.One was so bad that they tried to sleep in the living room floor with the mattress still didn’t help. The carpet in living room had really bad stains and needs replacing. Only slept 1 night on floor due to carpet condition.Couch could use new cushions great base. The wiring really needs fixed throughout the Condo, shortages lights not working.When ceiling fan is on in master bedroom it blows ceiling stuff all over the dresser and bed. Lights over sink went out, no replacements. Beautiful view from the lanai but the furniture is so old and rusted out we were afraid of them breaking.No air conditioner. Which wouldhelped vs the fans. Stay at Hilton!!
Diane T.
October 2025
Loved the location and the condo is just beautiful
Heidi B.
September 2025
Location was good. View was 10 stars, outstanding. We saw tropical fish, a sea turtle, and many surfers from our lanai. This is just a condo, not a resort, so the outside area is ok, but not as pretty as a resort, but we knew what we were renting, so it didn’t matter to us. Condo was clean, kitchen was well equipped, bath and walk-in shower was very nice. Beds and sleeping area were comfortable. Our only complaint was that the furniture in the dining area and den was very worn, dated and uncomfortable. If this furniture was updated, I could give this a 5 star rating. If the furniture was replaced, I would consider staying here on future visits.
Norman S.
September 2025
This is the ideal spot! Close to everything! Out of hustle and bustle! Fabulous view of surfers every morning! Beautiful sunsets great pool! Only place to stay on the big island!
Lynne S.
September 2025
The interior of the condo was as described in the listing, there were no surprises. The ocean is literally right outside your livingroom windows (which are floor to ceiling). Even before getting up the surfers are catching waves and are so entertaining to watch. The air-conditioning was always appreciated especially after a warm day at the beach. The kitchen cupboards are well stocked and there's a large selection of spices and condiments left in the fridge, ie: catchup, mustard, mayo. Hairdryer, curling iron, clothes iron are also available and the stackable washer and dryer are a dream to use.There is snorkel equipment, floaties for the little ones, cooler on wheels and a beach wagon to put all your chairs and umbrellas in (much easier than carrying).The pool area is lovely with tables and chairs plus the lounge chairs for sunning. The only suggestion I might have for the owner is to have a couple of more comfortable bar stools for the lanai, which is very narrow but great for your morning coffee or your late night drink. There is a very small patch of sand next to the condo where the surfers enter the water but is very rocky, no swimming there. The nearest beach was Magic Sands Beach which is nice for snorkeling, boogie boarding and bopping in the ocean. Our stay was absolutely delightful and the use of a car was a real bonus. I already miss the sound of the crashing waves.
Yvonne F.
September 2025
Great location, excellent air conditioning. There is road noise do the proximity of Alli road. Noisy for the second bedroom. The owner was very accommodating.
Christopher I.
September 2025
Fantastic 10 days. Condo was excellent. Great location. We felt extremely safe and were very comfortable.
John K.
September 2025
Great time thank you
David S.
September 2025
What an absolute gem of a property and location. Had a great five days thank you
Ash B.
September 2025
This was our second stay at Banyan tree 200! We love everything about this home and are looking forward to returning next year. The view from the home is amazing, right on the water. Every morning and evening we watched surfers , listened to the rhythmic crashing of the waves, watched crabs scale the stone wall and viewed the spectacular sunsets, what more could you ask for ? The location is excellent , I walked every morning past Magic Sands and Kahalu"u beaches with the smell of plumeria filling the air. Tracy and the owners are great. I won't stay anywhere else.
piper s.
September 2025
Beautiful, well maintained home. All the supplies you need included. Great location with breathtaking views of the ocean! Minutes away from downtown. Would stay again!
September 2025
Well appointed, beautiful view, convenient, reserved covered parking space, quiet, great balcony view!
Paul S.
September 2025
Absolutely loved this property. The view was spectacular, along with the furnishings. It was heaven to sit on the lanai each evening for “sunset hour” as we called it, and feel like we were floating on the waves. I would love to stay here again! For parents of young children who want to spend a lot of time at the pool, however, I would make sure to read through pool rules before booking to make sure that you’re ok with the limitations of pool play at this property.
Meghann B.
September 2025
Stunning sunset views on the ocean front property and close to Downtown Kona and shopping.
August 2025
This condo is spectacular. The views are amazing, it was very clean and spacious. Kyle was fantastic to work with. The check-in and check out process were very easy. Highly highly recommend.
Leslie D.
August 2025
So glad we booked this property. The description and photos were accurate. The owner very responsive to any issues. What was a pleasant surprise was how roomy and quiet the corner unit was. We didn't hear any neighbors, only the crashing of the ocean waves. The location is fantastic, overlooking a surfing spot that seems to be a local favorite. Don't hesitate - book this rental. It was perfect for our family getaway.
Melodee B.
August 2025
Beautiful condo. Secure building. Amazing views. Close to restaurants, beaches, shopping. Couldn't have had a better place to stay in Kailua Kona. Will definitely be back!
Jennifer M.
August 2025
I just needed a place to stay while working for a few weeks. The place was clean and functional for the most part. The elevator was out of order for a few days on 2 separate occasions during my stay which caused some inconvenience because the stairwell requires a key for entry, of which, there is only 1. I had a coworker staying with me who worked a different shift. We had to continuously coordinate to ensure access to the building during those days. Other than that, there are no complaints. The view is great. The location is great. The beds are comfortable enough. The place is clean. Everything functioned well in the condo. I'm not sure what more you would ask for.
Christine S.
August 2025
Great location. The ocean views were incredible from the lanai.
David M.
August 2025
Loved our stay and would definitely stay here again!
Jeremy A.
July 2025
This condo is exactly as described. Fabulous views. Large and comfortable 2 bedrooms. Very functional kitchen with everything you’d need for cooking and laundry/cleaning. And everything imaginable provided for beach. Building even when filled is quiet inside the unit. It’s also a quite good location with Kailua town about 2 miles in one direction and the local state park and other beaches nearby in the other direction. Kim promptly responds to any questions. All around, an excellent property choice.
bette l.
July 2025
Great location! Easy to get to places on the Big Island. The view of the sunsets from the lanai are awesome!
John D.
July 2025
This was a wonderful place with a huge lanai with a great view right on the water. We watched surfers and the sunset. The furniture was up-to-date and comfortable and the AC was excellent. I would recommend this place to everyone.
Deb M.
July 2025
Great location! The unit could use updating but the space, layout, and location make up for it. We would stay again!
Brenda K.
July 2025
We absolutely loved this condo! The spectacular views did not disappoint! The unit had everything we needed for an amazing stay in Kailua-Kona. Coolers, beach chairs, beach towels, and so many other items made our stay great. Beds were very comfortable. The pool is right on the ocean and offered a calm and relaxing atmosphere. Unit was clean, and in a great location. We will definitely be looking forward to a future stay!
CJ B.
July 2025
Wow is all I can say. This place was in a perfect location and with the views was amazing right from the living area and master room. Thank you Dawn for this and being an amazing host.
Arnoldo C.
July 2025
Bob was easy to communicate with throughout the booking process and the location right on the water was truly amazing! The condo had everything we needed for exploring the area, like snorkeling gear, beach chairs, umbrella, etc. Watching the surfers from the lanai was fun, and being near the town activities and restaurants was also convenient. The AC was a nice add on as well, though it does get hot in the twin bedroom at night- fyi. Overall a great trip to Kona that we will remember!
Kristin H.
July 2025
Wonderful condo right on the water! Hosts were great. Called to check to make sure everything was ok. Nicely equipped. Would definitely recommend!
Debbie B.
July 2025
My husband and I brought our two teenagers to Hawaii for the first time and this place was an excellent home base for us. The condo is well stocked with everything I needed to cook most meals at home. The lanai that overlooks the ocean was always full of surfers and I loved watching them. We watched the sunset from the lanai each day. The beach umbrella and beach chairs that were supplied were so nice! Lovely place!
Marcy R.
July 2025
Super clean unit with amazing views! Everything works like it should . Quite complex, very peaceful. They have beach equipment that is actually in good shape.(chairs umbrella ,boggie boards. Location couldn’t be better. You can walk to something’s. Everything else is a short drive. Ps- the beds were actually comfortable. My wife got mad at me because I always wanted to take an afternoon nap after the beach. Spend the money! It’s worth it!
Jonathan E.
June 2025
The location and place was great. It could use a little updating but nothing to stop us from coming back. Comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and a lot of fun stuff like snorkels, hats, board and coolers. Easy communication with owners. Would stay again.
Roy R.
June 2025
Everything went perfectly. Check in, stay, and check out went smoothly. We enjoyed it and would definitely stay here in the future. Thank you!
Jessica B.
June 2025
We spent the majority of our time on the balcony enjoying the sunsets in the evenings and the early morning surfers with the sunrise. It was prettier than anticipated. The rooms were well a/c'd and comfortable. The parking was perfect. The instructions were easy to follow for beginning and ending our stay. The kitchen was well-stocked with coffee maker, blender, toaster etc. The use of a washer and dryer was definitely a plus.We would love to come back!
Kimberly H.
June 2025
The condo was a great layout for 2 adults and 2 teens. Such a nice quiet condo complex felt like we had it to ourselves. Good distance from anywhere on the island. About 30 min to the closest gorgeous beach. Inside the condo was anything you could need like beach chairs, Snorkel masks, boogie boards. Very accurate listing 10 min from downtown Kona, grocery stores, restaurants. Great view of the ocean. Owner answered questions promptly. We truly loved it here.
amy n.
June 2025
This condo is perfect! Location is quiet, watch the surfers from the balcony, see the waves roll in from a pool chair. A well appointed, updated and well stocked condo. Communication with the owner was awesome even letting us know we could check in early. Wonderful stay and couldn’t have been better!
NITA S.
June 2025
My older teens and I had a wonderful time. The view is amazing. We watched the surfers each morning/night and spinner dolphins even appeared our last day. The unit is well stocked across the board - fully functional kitchen, everything for beach days (chairs, umbrella, boogie boards and small ice chest), family games, books, paper goods and plenty of cleaning supplies. It’s a short drive into Kona if you’d rather eat out. Owner was responsive to questions. Overall a great place to stay!
Edith C.
June 2025
We had an absolutely wonderful time in this unit in Kona. The condo is right on the beach and has a great pool. It's close to everything in the city. There are many restaurants close by. This was our first trip to Hawaii and I didn't know the area at all but Bob gave great advice and there is a fantastic book of recommendations in the unit. We were lucky enough to see the volcano erupt while we were there. Saw it start erupting on the live feed and immediately drove to the national park. Pro Tip- You can get to the National Park faster if you take the southern route. It has more twists and turns but less traffic since you avoid folks coming the other way from Hilo.Back to the room, it was clean, easy to get to, parking was great, and the AC was just what we needed. I would highly recommend this unit.
Jeff H.
June 2025
The lanai is perfect! You can't get much closer to the water than this! Covered parking, liquior store across the street and great location. Owner was flexible and very responsive to communication.
Jenn L.
June 2025
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved hearing the waves all day and night. Amazing views! Right next to the best surf spot on the island!
Kristen P.
June 2025
We stayed here as a family of 5. The views are amazing in this corner unit with wrap around windows. Huge lanai to watch surfers and the sunset every day. We saw spinner dolphins and a seal from our lanai.The property is extremely well stocked as well. Wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Chris B.
June 2025
Location and floor plan of room are great. Wonderful views! Reserved parking space and elevator are nice bonuses. Very peaceful, probably because there are only 20 units.There's a lot to like about this unit, we really enjoyed our stay. A couple of negatives, code entry lock did not work, had to call property management to get in.The light in the kitchen needed both flourescent tubes replaced, had to call building maintenance. The light fixture in the main bath started strobing, needs repair. There was no latch on the screen door so the flow thru ventilation could have been better. Carpet was in bad shape, maintanance said it's scheduled for replacement. It's a great unit but it needs a little attention. We would gladly stay there again.
Joe P.
June 2025
Communication was direct and precise! We had no problems whatsoever. The wall to floor windows bring the ocean right to you, sound of surf was so calming. We would watch the surfers at 5 am and all day long. The pool was temperature perfect and very clean. The spa was hot and kept clean. We walked to the shops nearby and enjoyed great ice cream there. You are going to love it here.
theresa k.
May 2025
More fun than expected watching surfers at almost all daylight hours. On the last day, rushed to Kīlauea to catch episode 22 of the Halemaʻumaʻu eruption. Unbelievable. Location is great, communication with the owner was great.
Darrin
May 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this condo. The highlight, of course, were the ocean views, the fantastic sunsets, and the surfers riding the waves.The condo was spacious, the beds and furniture were comfortable, and the bathrooms/showers were well appointed. the kitchen had everything we needed and we appreciated the spices, tea, coffee, and other kitchen necessities that were needed.The condo even provided beach chairs, snorkeling gear, and boogie boards.Decorating tip: when it's time to paint, choose an off white rather than the sand brown to give the room a brighter feel. Also, I'd choose couches with a brighter tropical look rather than the cord brown.Bottom line: I felt I received value for my money and I believe the owners understood the adage "Be Your Guest.
Jim S.
May 2025
location wonderful, loved watching the suffers off the Lani,condo had all the things you needed for your stay, including beach chairs, snorkel gear and cooler. The furniture was not like pictured and not comfortable .The worst was the carpet was very dirty and frayed, not at all what we expected. the beds were old with foam toppers and made it warm to sleep on with no air conditioning, and not very comfortable . The water and dryer were nice and worked good. Kitchen was well equipped. Towels nice and beach towels were included, the pool was great with not many people taking advantage of it. We only used the hot tub once while we were there in the pool homeless people were in the Hot tub and they closed it down the rest of our 2 weeks .
Deanna G.
May 2025
We surprised our daughter for her 21st birthday and for her college graduation. She loved the fact that it was close to the pier/shops and that it was just the right feel of a luxury/vacation home. The mornings were amazing being able to sit on the balcony and watch the surfers and the sunsets were breathtaking. The condo was stocked with everything we needed and more. You will not want to leave after staying here. We 100% recommend this to everyone!
Jamie B.
May 2025
Kyle was awesome to work with. Very accommodating. Condo was clean, well furnished, comfy beds, kitchen well stocked. Great lanai, view and access to beach. We had a wonderful stay!
Leslie D.
May 2025