The location was great and the accomodations comfortable. Some of the fixtures have some quirks but it didn't detract from the enjoyment of our stay.
Neil W.
January 2026
The condo is quite nice with stunning sunset views. It is fully equipped with absolutely everything you could possibly need. Check-in was very easy and the management company very attentive to making sure everything was in perfect order. We loved having our breakfast on the balcony as we watched surfers catching waves. In the evenings the sunsets were amazing! Like most places on the island you definitely need a car to get around...a few places were walking distance but not much. Our only disappointment was the swimming pool and outside area of the complex...it definitely needs some upgrades and maintenance
Patty T.
January 2026
The ocean waves crashing captivated as soon as we walked into the condo! We opened the sliding door to the lanai and I parked myself there for almost the entire stay. We had everything needed to fix meals and enjoyed all meals and coffe on the lanai… just a wonderful experience. I loved the HI decor and HI artwork in the condo and nice touches of aloe cucumber lotion was really appreciated. Parking and elevator was easy. My husband snorkeled almost every day, making use of our host’s recommendations. We went to the Standing Stone Church next door which was great! Enjoyed this relaxing vacation so much and hope we can return.
Dana B.
January 2026
This was a great location. Beautiful view of the ocean. I saw a whale breach through binoculars. Wow! Didn’t see any turtles, but sure was alovely stay.
Kerri H.
January 2026
Great host and beautiful balcony and view right by the ocean!
Stina G.
January 2026
Great spot outside of downtown Kona, reasonably priced and you cannot find a better view. 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Bed was comfortable and was so nice having a washer and dryer! Definitely recommend
Kelli C.
January 2026
We loved the view from the lanai! We had breakfast every morning there. Beautiful sunsets! The apartment is dated but it has all the essentials for a perfect stay. Well equipped kitchen, dishwasher, washer and dryer. No issues for finding a parking space below the building. Good location, close to Kona center and close to other attractions like snorkeling, manata rays, etc.
Dagmara Z.
January 2026
The host was amazing! Great communication. The condo was absolutely beautiful! It was very clean, updated and great decor. There was plenty of linens, towels, and beach towels as well. The air conditioning worked so good to keep us cool at night. The view is unbelievable! We would love to stay here next year, but it is already booked.
Eric S.
January 2026
Walking distance from the pool, marketplace, shops and food
Lauren T.
January 2026
Condo layout was great for 4 people. The second bedroom was a little noisy as it faced the walkway and pool, and the slated window didn’t reduce the sound much. Hot tub was pretty small. The lanai faced west and was large, so the sunsets were incredible, and there was enough space to allow all 4 of us to have meals out there. Lots of privacy as well. Close proximity to anything you want to do on the island, and centrally located so you can get to Hilo or the volcano national park within a couple of hours. I would stay here again
Julie G.
January 2026
Great stay Exceeded expectations We will be back Thank you
Lisa D.
January 2026
Well stocked condo at a fantastic spot. The sound of the waves and amazing ocean view beat out other options for sure. The onsite food options and easy parking were pluses as well. Perfect home base for our week of adventures on the big island. No regrets. Would stay here again.
Joelle K.
January 2026
Very nice oceanfront apartment. Well-equipped, comfortable beds.
Lia S.
January 2026
This was one of the best condos we've stayed at over the years. Great views of the water (and sunsets!), white noise from the waves below, and fully stocked with everything we could possibly need - from beach gear to anything you could want in the kitchen. Easy parking at the condo and a great jumping-off point for activities in the Kona area. Great communication with Holly both before arrival and during our visit. 10/10 would book again next time we're in the Kona area.
Kerynn F.
January 2026
Great place in town for the price.
Jason H.
January 2026
Great ocean view condo
Andrey V.
January 2026
Nice condo with great views. Our only issue was that the air conditioning unit could not adequately cool off the back bedroom.
Gary C.
January 2026
We loved the condo! You can't beat the view and it was close to everything.
Liz E.
January 2026
Great stay! Amazing Lanai! Kitchen was well great! Host was prompt with replies.
Terri D.
January 2026
Couldn’t ask for more really. Everything was Fantastic.
John S.
January 2026
There was no air conditioning. Customer service was very much lacking. Dishwasher and washer smell heavily of mold.
Sumer T.
January 2026
We had a wonderful time staying at this property. The unit was well appointed and in a great location. It was amazing to just be able to step into the balcony and see the tropical fishes in the water below. The unit came with everything you could need for a day out at the beach and we made use of the beach chairs, beach umbrellas and beach towels. Also, the host did a great job at providing instructions and following up to make sure we had a great stay. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone thinking of staying in Kona.
Raghavendra B.
January 2026
Christie the host was very welcoming and helpful. The condo had all needed amenities and was nice that it already had laundry detergent for the washer too! Kitchen was fully stocked utensils, pots and even a few spices. Condo even with the AC on can get a little hot at times in the afternoon with the sun baking on you as it goes down but I mean - the sunset and ocean right there sure makes up for it. Great stay overall!
Leigh I.
January 2026
The view from this condo is amazing. We could see surfers, whales, turtles and birds. The kitchen is as well stocked as home. We enjoyed our stay.
Kyoko U.
January 2026
Overall we had a great stay. The checkin process was seamless. The condo is well appointed with everything we needed for our stay. The kitchen had plenty of everything, the Brita pitcher, coffee and basics like spices, salt/pepper made it easy. Beds/pillows were comfortable. The beach gear like chairs , umbrellas, and towels was super nice. We loved falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the waves.
Slav D.
January 2026
We have stayed in various condos at the Kona Bali Kai yearly (almost) for the past 12 years. This was, by far, the most well stocked condo we have stayed in. We were very impressed, as well, with the condition of the furniture, the renovation, and the condo as a whole. When there was an issue with the lanai fan, Holly was quick to respond to our email and had it replaced promptly. Snorkel and beach equipment was provided and it was all in good condition. All of our interactions with Holly were exceedingly pleasant and we would definitely stay here again!
Len L.
January 2026
Great location and views!
David D.
December 2025
Everything was great. Host was friendly and quick to respond. I would stay here again
Chad L.
December 2025
We had an amazing stay here! The location is great, the view is breathtaking, and anything you could possibly want, they have here. We were absolutely in love with this place. Mike, the host, was also very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. We couldn’t have hoped for a better experience. We will definitely be back one day!
Sarah A.
December 2025
Thank you. We enjoyed staying at your place. Perfect location
Suman m.
December 2025
The interior of this condo is as beautiful and new as it looks in the photos. Everything is spotless and new. It is supplied with really everything you could need - not just while in the condo but many items that are helpful for day trips around the island. The condo itself is not ocean front, but the building provides chairs/loungers/grills/picnic tables on the ocean side so that it is easy to relax and enjoy the ocean and sunsets. We really didn't have any problems, but Holly was very responsive for the few questions we had. We were very happy with this rental.
Virginia R.
December 2025
Such a beautiful remodel, well stocked, gorgeous view, everything was amazing.
Kari K.
December 2025
Stayed at several condos at this same building over the years and 202 is the best so far. 2d floor east end with a constant ocean breeze, morning surfers, and evening sunsets. Kitchen had everything needed including dishwasher. New washer/dryer we used a few times. Overall great stay.
Chris Z.
December 2025
Absolutely loved the view from the balcony and waves soundscape!
Anne-Sophie F.
December 2025
The place was as described and Holly thought of all the little things to the last detail. Great communication when we had questions and we were sad to leave. Thank you!
Daniel H.
December 2025
The view is beautiful and we like this calm neighborhood. This is our most favorite Hawaiian island. The VRBO is well set up and mostly comfortable aside from the main bed which has a plastic foam cover and that makes it very hot. Under this foam cover there are lots of urine stains. Yuk!We had one unfortunate experience while staying here. A smoke alarm started going off due to a dying battery that we couldn't fix ourselves. VASCA was not very responsive when we called to report this and it took multiple calls and more than three hours to get someone to come over and fix the issue. That was very disappointing because it was late at night and my children were trying to sleep and the noise was unbearable. They also would not let us check out a day earlier which we wanted to do after this annoyance. Shoot!
Nadia S.
December 2025
Right on the ocean - beautiful sunsets - can watch surfers every morning
Dean M.
December 2025
Great property with amazing views. Stocked with all the beach amenities our family needed for our vacation. Close to town and awesome beaches. Family enjoyed watching the crashing waves, and exploring the tide pool in front of the unit. Excellent communication with the owner. Would love to stay here again the next time we are back in Kona!
Kevin C.
December 2025
Great location but smelled musty. Needs some updating and repairs, make sure the musty smell is gone.
Sally R.
December 2025
The suite was as advertised and everything was good, clean and comfortable
David S.
December 2025
We stayed here for nine nights and overall had a pleasant time on the Big Island, but we did feel the listing description set expectations that weren’t quite met. The condo is advertised as a deluxe penthouse, which felt a bit misleading. While the space is functional and the location is good, the unit itself is dated and would benefit greatly from an update.Cleanliness was another area where improvements could be made. The condo could use a thorough deep cleaning, as there was noticeable dust throughout, which took away from the overall comfort of the stay.Additionally, the balcony view was not as open as expected. Due to the architecture of the building, the view looking to the left is obstructed, which wasn’t clear from the listing photos or description.This property has potential, but clearer descriptions and some attention to upkeep would help better align expectations for future guests.
Tammy T.
December 2025
Great location, patio right in front of an awesome surfer spot and downtown Kona or heading south to snorkel.
Zak O.
December 2025
Host was very responsive -- easy check in and instructions throughout the trip. The unit had lots of things in stock for us to use for our trip which we were very grateful for! The unit is close to everything as well.
Eon-Joo J.
December 2025
Spectacular location, views with above average amenities in a quaint hawaiian style. Highly recommend. M
Marshall H.
December 2025
This condo was absolutely perfect! The location is unbeatable, right on the beach with a top-floor ocean view. The lanai is huge and spans the entire condo; the photos don’t do it justice. We loved leaving the doors open at night to fall asleep to the sound of the waves and enjoyed unforgettable sunsets from the patio loungers.Inside, everything was clean and welcoming. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms gave us plenty of space, and the kitchen was well-equipped. Parking was easy and close to the stairs, and the short drive to downtown made it a great base for exploring Kona.The host was fantastic, clear instructions and quick responses to any questions. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay.
Matt W.
December 2025
The view is AMAZING. Perfect for our family of 5, plenty of room with all the amenities one needs to prepare meals. Mike is an awesome host, very responsive.
Michele B.
December 2025
This is the most well stocked unit we have stayed in. Everything from spices, cookware, and beach gear is there to use. There are even ice packs and a cooler there that are great when planning on hiking/visiting the volcanoes for the day. On top of that, the view of the ocean and the interior of the unit are even better in person. We will definitely be visiting again.
Andrew C.
December 2025
Awesome!Everything about this place was great! Lydia has thoughtfully created a space with all that we needed for our visit to include items/amenities in the unit & grounds. Beach chairs, towels and even an ice chest to borrow! Parking is very convenient. Location great. Place is very clean and is well represented by the pictures - especially the view! Lydia was responsive and when i contacted her about a hair dryer not working - she made sure i had one within the next 24 hrs even though i told her i could do without. I would stay here again with out question!! Thank you lydia
Barbara P.
December 2025
On arrival the place was easy to find and get into the condo. The place was clean and everything was as described. No issues the whole stay. Nice and easy.
Justin E.
December 2025
This is our third time staying at Kona Bali Kai, and it did not disappoint. We had everything we needed, it’s in the perfect location, and you can’t beat the view of the ocean from the lanai! I highly recommend it, and we will definitely be back again!
Ann M.
December 2025