Communication with owner was excellent. She was very accommodating and even allowed us to drop our luggage early so we didn't have to drive around all day with our bags in our car. The place is very well equipped with kitchen goods, beach & snorkel gear, toiletries, etc. You can't beat the location - shops/restaurants/bars/pier/beach all within walking distance. We saw about 40 dolphins from the patio. My only criticism (if you can call it that) is the oversized furniture. Two enormous reclining chairs are in the living area and there is no where to move them if you open the sleep-away & trundle bed. The furniture on the patio is also difficult to get around. We were out most of the day, anyway. I would definitely stay here over a hotel because of all the amenities.
kris c.
January 2024
Our VRBO was a beautiful place to stay, the bed was comfy, great kitchen, bath and beautiful lanai. The air conditioning in each room was great too.
Chairs, towels and snorkeling equipment was provided for guest, and you could walk 5 minutes to town or the beach.
The parking in the garage was safe and secure with a special key provided.
We had a marvelous time and will return soon!
Thank you!
Tamara E.
January 2024
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our rental was amazing! The property was clean and ready for us. There was a welcome gift bag on the table. The view of the bay was picture perfect. There was snorkeling gear and other items in the closet for us to use at the beach. We will definitely be coming back and hopefully renting the same property!
Jessica H.
January 2024
We enjoyed our stay in Kona at the Kona Plaza condominium. We loved how clean it was. We loved that it slept six people very nicely. We enjoyed being able to walk down to the beach and the shops just a short five minutes away. It was a very convenient and comfortable place to stay.
deidre O.
January 2024
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very enjoyable stay. Cleanliness and simplicity of check in were top notch. Sizable unit with modern amenities. Slept extremely well. Located in the heart of Kailua Kona with easy access to the main strip. Truly enjoyed our stay.
Raul G.
December 2023
Absolutely gorgeous and beautiful and wonderful, place was exactly what we expected.
Leonard B.
December 2023
The property was just as advertised with a remodeled kitchen, vinyl floors and many items in the closet for use such as beach chairs and an ice cooler. It was a real convenience to be able to walk to town which was just a couple of blocks away for shopping and restaurants. The unit had a great air conditioner and the kition was well stocked. It was great to have a washer/dryer to use. The neighborhood was very quiet.
Now for the down side. The bedroom was a great disappointment! The carpet was very dirty (photos sent to management company), the foam pad on top of the mattress made the bed less comfortable in my opinion, and the linens were either old or of poor quality. Aside from the bedroom issues, the parking structure was undergoing a huge construction project to repair cracking and spalling in the top deck. The top deck parking was closed and the underground portion was a maze due to the huge jacks being used to shore up the upper deck. When I asked the management company about this they seemed completely unaware it was going on.
December 2023
The property was just as advertised with a remodeled kitchen, vinyl floors and many items in the closet for use such as beach chairs and an ice cooler. It was a real convenience to be able to walk to town which was just a couple of blocks away for shopping and restaurants. The unit had a great air conditioner and the kition was well stocked. It was great to have a washer/dryer to use. The neighborhood was very quiet.
Now for the down side. The bedroom was a great disappointment! The carpet was very dirty (photos sent to management company), the foam pad on top of the mattress made the bed less comfortable in my opinion, and the linens were either old or of poor quality. Aside from the bedroom issues, the parking structure was undergoing a huge construction project to repair cracking and spalling in the top deck. The top deck parking was closed and the underground portion was a maze due to the huge jacks being used to shore up the upper deck. When I asked the management company about this they seemed completely unaware it was going on.
December 2023
the balcony was great, huge but overlooking an alley not ali-i. The condo itself was nice and clean but the area was a little less.
judie r.
December 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were very pleased with the accommodation. Loved the walkability to Ali'i Drive.
Melissa A.
December 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great comfortable, welcoming condo unit
Jeanne E.
December 2023
Condo had everything you would want for a perfect staycation; comfortable king bed, wonderful a/c and perfect location!
Good communication w/Property Mgt.
There was some maintenance ongoing in parking garage during our stay, but still ample stalls available.
The complex residents were so friendly and helpful too! Hope to stay here again!
Lori W.
December 2023
Just OK
Rod G.
December 2023
Our third time staying for a month at a time. Amazon view sitting in the lanai watching all the water activities and people watching at the ABC store. We love it there because it’s so centralized. It is close to everything. The pool is wonderful too. All the grounds are so clean. Definitely would stay there again.
Randy W.
December 2023
Absolutely gorgeous and beautiful and wonderful, place was exactly what we expected.
Leonard B.
December 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
Terrific location in the heart of Kona. Convenient to walk or short drive to beaches and coffee farms.
Susan A.
December 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had such a great time, thank you so much!
Kevin B.
December 2023
I had stayed in different condos in Kona Plaza in earlier years. I was sad to see how it had aged.
Our condo was in need of upgrades:
The mattress in the bedroom was not as comfortable as the hide a bed(which was in desperate need of cleaning)
The shower head leaked, the faucets in the bathroom need more of a cleaning than we could give them. When the a/c was on you couldn’t go on the patio from the heat coming out of the heat pump. There was no safe in the unit so you had to take your valuables with you whenever you left.The knives in the kitchen needed sharpening. The scaffolding in the basement was a little concerning.
The condo is very centrally located and the pool was very clean.
Elizabeth C.
December 2023
The condo is well equipped and the complex is very quiet, located in the historic area of Kona. Chuck and Junko were very friendly and flexible to work with.
Naomi E.
December 2023
This was a great location to stay at a great price. Pictures are always a bit deceiving so I did find that it's a bit older than I had expected but honestly, who cares? It's priced appropriately. If it was newly renovated it wouldn't be affordable. So don't expect perfection. Expect a 90's revenue property, not a modern owner-occupied suite. It's safe, clean and in a fantabulous location. I would stay again.
Allison G.
December 2023
Condo had everything you would want for a perfect staycation; comfortable king bed, wonderful a/c and perfect location!
Good communication w/Property Mgt.
There was some maintenance ongoing in parking garage during our stay, but still ample stalls available.
The complex residents were so friendly and helpful too! Hope to stay here again!
Lori W.
December 2023
I had stayed in different condos in Kona Plaza in earlier years. I was sad to see how it had aged.
Our condo was in need of upgrades:
The mattress in the bedroom was not as comfortable as the hide a bed(which was in desperate need of cleaning)
The shower head leaked, the faucets in the bathroom need more of a cleaning than we could give them. When the a/c was on you couldn’t go on the patio from the heat coming out of the heat pump. There was no safe in the unit so you had to take your valuables with you whenever you left.The knives in the kitchen needed sharpening. The scaffolding in the basement was a little concerning.
The condo is very centrally located and the pool was very clean.
Elizabeth C.
December 2023
I had stayed in different condos in Kona Plaza in earlier years. I was sad to see how it had aged.
Our condo was in need of upgrades:
The mattress in the bedroom was not as comfortable as the hide a bed(which was in desperate need of cleaning)
The shower head leaked, the faucets in the bathroom need more of a cleaning than we could give them. When the a/c was on you couldn’t go on the patio from the heat coming out of the heat pump. There was no safe in the unit so you had to take your valuables with you whenever you left.The knives in the kitchen needed sharpening. The scaffolding in the basement was a little concerning.
The condo is very centrally located and the pool was very clean.
Elizabeth C.
December 2023
We ended up staying at another property, because of a problem with the AC at Kona Plaza. Response was quick, professional and friendly when we called the emergency line to report this. Fortunately there were options for staying at another property within the the Elite Pacific group and we were able to check into the alternate property within an hour. Second property was beautiful.
Bonnie L.
November 2023
Love staying at this complex as it is so central to downtown Kona. The condo was clean and spacious with a lovely lanai. I will stay here again if we come back.
Kathleen K.
November 2023
The property is located in the heart of historic Kona, with shops, restaurants, farmer's market and access to the water all within walking distance. The property staff were super-responsive and beach supplies well stocked. We had a great time!
Sarah S.
November 2023
Excellent location and views
Nadim B.
November 2023
nice property. Loved the beach gear included and the screened area for eating breakfast. Great location in the heart of things, but still quiet.
Kathryn M.
November 2023
We had a great stay! Mary was very responsive, and her condo was very well stocked with beach equipment and other condo necessities. She even let us check in a bit early since it was vacant the day we arrived.
steven l.
November 2023
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The property manager was more than 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:
Stayed here for the Ironman World Championship. Fantastic location- very convenient and close to race venue, and many restaurants, all within short walking distance. The condo was great. All updated kitchen. Lots of space. Great having washer/dryer. Convenient parking underground. Hold not have picked a better spot for race week. Very happy with our stay.
Patty S.
November 2023
Great location to view and volunteer for the Ironman! Definitely would stay again.
Brian N.
October 2023
Location was fantastic. Enjoyed our time there.
Lisa S.
October 2023
My wife and I were in Kona for the Ironman world Championships. The condo's location was perfect as it is a five minute walk to the start line and Ironman Village. Communication with our hosts was good, the parking in the garage was great and the checkin process was super easy. Everything about the condo worked great for us with the small exception of a fan motor on the roof that was going pretty continuously and was most noticeable in the bedroom. We are very light sleepers, but were able to solve the issue by using a fan in the condo to mask the sound while we slept. Overall a great place to stay for the Ironman or anyone wanting to be close in town.
Dane L.
October 2023
Unit clean and inviting, large lanai. Parking free. Location close to restaurants, easy check-in/out. From this location you could easily just take a bus vs having a car. Excellent email communications with property managers. If you have no clear plans on what to do on the island, this a central place to make excursions from. We will definite consider this place again.
John T.
October 2023
A very spacious apartment. The Lanai was perfect to sit and have breakfast. Excellent air conditioning. Nice to have 2 bathrooms and a washer & dryer. The parking spot is a bonus. Within walking distance to a wide range if restaurants. Also not far from a Safeway Supermarket. Would definitely recommend this apartment.
Jacqui P.
October 2023
Clean, organized, great location, prompt response from host, comfortable. I would stay again
Beni T.
October 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
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:
The location was perfect for our needs. We appreciated how clean the condo was, beds were comfortable, pillows not so much. The AC was still out they did get portable AC units for the bedrooms which was great. For what we paid I would have liked to have seen some sort of AC in the main part of the condo the fans helped but it got pretty warm. Overall our stay was great and we would stay again for sure.
Teri D.
October 2023
A nice clean unit, very reasonably priced, in a central location within walking distance to every place in Kailua-Kona!
Glenn I.
October 2023
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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 rented this place for the Ironman Championship for 7 days. Location was our number one priority and this place was perfect. Very close to the swim start/finish line, restaurants, coffee shops, and stores. Location and view was unbeatable! The overall cleanliness of the unit was good, with zero bugs. However the tile grout lines, which were at one time white, were dark brown and in need of serious cleaning. The bedroom carpet was very old, wrinkly, and needs to be replaced. The kitchen was well stocked with equipment and utensils, but all are old and very used. The appliances were functional but they are of the lowest grade and very old. The fridge has rust on the outside. The dishwasher was extremely loud so we made sure to run it while we were out. The large patio is awesome and makes the unit feel larger than it really is. BUT..if you close the patio door behind you, you're locked out. A new lock would be a simple fix. A/C and ceiling fans worked well, king bed was comfortable
Gregg S.
October 2023
Our condo was as advertised and enjoyed the stay. Only downside was that the floors had a long time build up of grime in the tiles grout throughout the condo and bedroom carpet was filthy. Other than that, it’s a great place to stay!!!
Fern S.
October 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was such a cute and cozy condo. I loved how it was so close to everything! You literally walk a block and you’re at the center of everything, restaurants, shopping, ocean. You can tell that the owners put a lot of effort into remodeling and maki g it look more modern, even considering that the building itself is somewhat old & outdated. If we ever return to the Big Island, I would definitely consider renting this place again!
Linda C.
October 2023
This property has a great location. It is well managed, and very safe. There is plenty of great places to go that are near by. Overall it is a great place to stay.
Lois P.
October 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful time in Kona. We were there with another couple, and the condo met all our needs. Right in the middle of town, easy to walk to stores and restaurants. We especially liked the large lanai, and spend more time on the lanai then indoors.
Robert M.
September 2023
This condo is clean and well equipped, with many supplies such as soap, laundry detergents provided. It also has a partial view of the ocean from the living room, kitchen or balcony. Also centrally located, it’s a short walk to the beach and many shops and restaurants.
Duc D.
September 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay in Kona Plaza #215, 2 weeks ago now! The condo was laid out perfectly for my wife and I, we loved the screened in balcony and had coffee out there daily, WOW! We loved the decor (color schemes) and all the amenities!We enjoyed the pool as well as the Grills on the roof tops (we were in a group of 10)! The starter supplies were very thoughtful as well as the On Site Manager! Very clean property & we will stay there in the future!
Christopher C.
September 2023
Kitchen was very well equipped. Cleanliness was good except for the one bathroom. It drained very poorly and there was soap scum that we had to clean before using the shower in the bathtub bathroom. Owners did good job equipping outside items as well. Hallway was dark so we had to use phones to get enough light to enter key code.
Mike B.
September 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We only came across one issue during our stay, and it was solved quickly in an agreeable manner. We loved the location. There were grocery stores and lots of good food close by. The apt itself was spacious and clean. We loved it!
Benjamin J.
September 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent stay. The condo was fully equipped with everything you need. Washer and dryer in worked well. Good security with key needed to get to parking garage. Pool was beautiful clean. Bed was so comfortable. View and access to Alii street perfect. Lanai was huge. management company very helpful when needed. I would definitely stay here again.
diane j.
September 2023
We absolutely loved staying at this unit. The accommodations proved to be spacious, high quality, and very functional. My dad took my kids swimming, as I worked remotely the first afternoon. The next few days, we snorkeled, shopped, and even attended Sunday worship service at Mokuaikaua Church, "the oldest Christian church in the Hawaiian islands." I found the unit managers to be very friendly. The next time we are on the Big Island, this condo is the unit I hope to book again.
Michael B.
September 2023
Lovely condo in town on the west/church side of this small 4 story complex. We’ve stayed in many different units here over the years, love the convenience, parking garage, the sun decks with gas grills & the little swimming pool. The condo owner has made beautiful updates over the last couple years….nice kitchen remodel, ceiling fans added, and this year, freshly painted and new air conditioning! It just gets better and better :)
Dee C.
September 2023