Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club, Big Island

Keauhou-Kona Surf and Racquet Club is a gated resort located 5 miles from downtown Kona consisting of large 2 and 3 bedroom condos and townhomes. The resort sits on 16 acres of beautiful landscaped terrain and shares grounds with an ancient Hawaiian archaeological site. The resort includes 3 lit tennis courts, a large swimming pool that can accommodate lap swimming, and several BBQs. Kahalu'u Beach Park with fantastic snorkeling and surfing are about an 8 minute walk from the complex. Keauhou Shopping Center with resutarants (Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Mexican, Italian) and cinema are also a short walk away. Kailua-Kona has a farmer's market every Wednesday through Sunday and the Keauhou Shopping Center, adjacent to the complex offers an organic farmer’s market every Saturday. The Keauhou Shopping Center also offers free Hawaiian cultural events throughout the week.

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    Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Quick Facts:


  • Address: 78-6800 Ali‘i Dr,Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Property Size: ~15.5 acres (193 units)
  • Reviews: 4.77 / 5.0 (from 2886 reviews)
  • Average Price: $381/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club

Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Average Rates


As of April 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club is $381. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $458. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Travelers love the Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club for its setting: dramatic oceanfront views, nightly sunsets, and the sound of waves that many say lull them to sleep. The vibe is relaxed and quiet, yet it’s convenient—most units are a short walk or quick drive to the Keauhou Shopping Center (grocery, eateries, cinema) and to Kahaluʻu Beach Park for excellent snorkeling. Guests spend a lot of time on expansive lanais watching dolphins, whales and even manta rays, and appreciate being just far enough from central Kona to avoid crowds while staying close to beaches and island day trips.

Condos here are generally spacious, clean, and well equipped for easy living: full kitchens with plenty of cookware, in‑unit washers/dryers, and lots of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel sets, coolers). Onsite amenities are a standout—beautifully landscaped gated grounds, a large pool, tennis/pickleball courts, BBQ areas, and shoreline paths or a small adjacent beach/tide pools for sunset viewing. Families call it a great base (shallow area in the pool, grassy areas, quiet nights), and many praise friendly, responsive hosts and property managers.

Know before you go: A/C varies by unit—many rely on ocean breezes and fans and can feel warm in the afternoon (lofts especially), while some units offer mini‑splits or charge extra; A/C condensers can blow warm air onto lanais in a number of units. This is the tropics, so occasional ants/roaches or gnats pop up, though not universally; screens and sliding doors can be finicky in some condos. Upper floors require stairs (no elevators), oceanfront townhomes may be boarded during rare high‑surf events, and wave noise can be loud for light sleepers. The onsite shoreline is largely rocky (great for tide pools/snorkeling; drive for sandy swimming), and a few buildings near the road get traffic noise. Overall, guests find the resort a scenic, well‑located, easy‑living base with memorable oceanfront time on the lanai.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Reviews


Amazing location and amenities
Kate O.
January 2026

This is a fabulous property in a well kept condo community. The unit was well equipped, spacious, and the air conditioning was appreciated. Having three TV’s was awesome since one was tuned to football. Dennis was a great host, and hopefully we can come back next year,
David M.
January 2026

We had a fantastic host. Kitchen & bathrooms well stocked. Spacious for a family vacation - 2 adults 4 kiddos. At first I was skeptical of the layout of the bnb but it was great. Beautiful place with beach & mountains views.
Nadine K.
January 2026

Good location - nice complex, quiet but still close to amenities and attractions. Very much appreciated having the A/C for sleeping. Ocean view was lovely.
Kristen P.
January 2026

The view is amazing, the condo is nice and clean and well equipped. Appreciated the laundry too. Would definitely stay here again.
Bridgette B.
January 2026

We had a great 10 day stay on our first trip to Hawaii. Great location and beautiful views. Very relaxing, and just a short drive to anything you would need.

January 2026

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: The place was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The grounds were immaculate. The view was awesome. We had a great time. Nice condo!
Ron S.
January 2026

Location was good - ocean is right there and hearing the waves break all night is great. Didn’t need AC. The unit is not newly remodeled - cabinets were worn and there was popcorn ceiling. Linai was nice.
Matt G.
January 2026

Wonderful well kept property in an excellent location. Close to all the fun but outside the tourist throng. Easy access to belt road for exploring the island, close good restaurants, groceries, essentials outside the big tourist mark-up. We all loved the pool, tennis courts, shore access for beautiful sunsets, and table tennis. There’s also volleyball and grill areas. The lanai and beautifully kept grounds were fantastic. We really loved the obvious thought put into the details to make the vacation enjoyable like the beach chairs, boogie boards, rackets, paddles, and snorkel gear all in the unit. Kitchen was well outfitted. Unit is very comfy, not recently updated but overall well kept. Local contact was very responsive. Just excellent and very thoughtfully done overall. Highly recommend!
Kendra K.
January 2026

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: This third floor condo is conveniently located, clean and welcoming. Kitchen has everything you need and even a few extras. Patio is a great place to sit and relax and is an oasis in its self. Well stocked bin with beach acc if needed. Rooms are big and beds are comfortable. Lots of hooks for towels etc. grounds are beautiful and very well maintains. Pool and area are also well maintained and very clean. Lots of ample parking. Would defiantly recommend this property to any groups that want to come explore the island.
Dean T.
January 2026

Host was wonderful. Quick responses. Fantastic location and views.
dianne v.
December 2025

Perfect location and lovely, well equipped home. Neighbors upstairs are rather loud, so consider that if you’re concerned with noise.
Mindy S.
December 2025

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: This condo is in a perfect location with amazing views of the ocean right outside. We enjoyed the facilities and took advantage of driving to the other side of the island. The condo was very well organized and a useful three ringed binder had all the info you could need for your stay.
TORBJORN H.
December 2025

Great place with ocean views. Lots of beach items to use while you’re here.
Bryan K.
December 2025

We stayed for 5 days and place was great. The air conditioner worked wonders, the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed, and the views of the ocean was amazing.
Tom P.
December 2025

Outstanding place. Super clean, quiet and comfortable. Host was outstanding and included several suggestions for the area.
Donald F.
December 2025

The location was amazing! Steps from the beach and an easy walk to the snorkeling beach. Out of the crowds in town but easy to get everywhere and near stores. Layout was perfect for family with two teen/young adult kids. Unit was well stocked with everything you need. Host was great to work with and super helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Susan P.
December 2025

Great place to stay. Clean, oceanfront, everything you would need to make your stay comfortable is available in the condo. Communication was easy.
Anil M.
December 2025

We stayed November 12-19 2025 and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Probably one of the best equipped vacation rentals we have stayed in. Comfy beds!High five to Knutson &Associates as the manager as well. Very attentive, communicated by text and almost immediately answered questions and tips for the rental ie how to avoid the door lock from swing always unlocked! Texted a reminder checkout list and answered questions about it. The only drawback/pro tip: the assigned parking stall is under a large and well inhabited tree…if you rent a convertible make sure you put the top up. There’s not a lot of car washes on the big island!
Robb S.
December 2025

Excellent place!
Anna O.
December 2025

The conditions in the townhome were unsatisfactory because of dirty surfaces and mold.
Mary K.
December 2025

This property is fantastic. Both the pool and the ocean are only steps away. I couldn’t believe how many extras were included: paper towel, dishwasher tablets, laundry tablets, a ton of dish towels, bath towels and beach towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash etc. The location is wonderful, close to a grocery store, drug store, many lovely restaurants, coffee shop, shave ice, movie theatre. This place is such a gem for the price. Highly recommended.
Cassandra M.
December 2025

Fantastic little condo as close to the water as you can get, and within 10-12 minute walk to the best snorkeling area! Host was super responsive both before trip and for any questions during our stay. Would happily come back!
Amy N.
December 2025

Great location, wonderful stay.
Walt W.
December 2025

The host was easy to connect with when we had questions. The condo was a great size for 4 adult couples and is in a nice location. We enjoyed the proximity to some snorkel beaches and only about 15 minutes to downtown Kona. Highly recommend staying here if you can!
Alison B.
December 2025

Kitchen was fully equipped, decor, very modern. Property is an excellent location, oceanfront.
Jody M.
December 2025

Great location right on the ocean ! Beautiful views from the lanai and master bedroom. Laundry in unit was much appreciated. Would stay again.
Beth O.
December 2025

This condo is so spacious! The kitchen looked recently remodeled and had everything you need to cook a good meal. The lanai was so great, we enjoyed sipping our morning coffee and watching the birds in the grass. Kids also enjoyed the grass area to play ball. Bathrooms were a little dated but no bother to us.
Shelly T.
December 2025

Amenities are great, lots of nice little extras here. Snorkeling gear, beach gear, well supplied kitchen plenty of towels, just a real comfy place to enjoy a Hawaiian vacation...thank you.
dave n.
December 2025

Beautiful condo and perfect setting. Ocean views, location and decor were top notch. Host responded well for a few inquiries we had about TV. We you definitely stay here again.
Nancy W.
December 2025

Everything was perfect… amenities, location, comfort. The only thing that made it uncomfortable was no AC!! We would have paid extra if that was a choice!
Zenna P.
December 2025

Excellent location for hopping on Hawaii Highway and heading south or north for adventure. The condo has a fantastic layout with updated finishes to feel great. Love the vaulted ceiling, lives big. The community amenties were good, as our kids swam in the pool in the evenings. Plenty of beaches with different varieties all within 20 minutes, 1 of the boys favorites was a 5 minute walk! The lanai is a lovely balcony for lounging, playing cards, sipping kona coffee & just listening to the ocean. Farmers Market IS FABULOUS & just 2 min up the hill
Ami B.
December 2025

Amazing oceanfront property with beautiful sunsets!
Cathy J.
December 2025

We loved your home on the ocean! It is a convenient, safe, and beautiful location! We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. We spent every morning and evening sitting on your patio just listening to the ocean, watching/listening to the birds and the antics of cute little geckos. We loved the beach next to you, too. Great place to stay and our host was a very good communicator! Thank you!
Kelli V.
December 2025

The unit was clean and equipped with everything we needed. We enjoyed the view of the sea from lanai. It was a quiet neighborhood and well maintained. It was convenient for going to shopping/snorkeling. We ll definitely return.
Matthew H.
December 2025

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: The location was ideal, especially the back patio where you could sit/lay and watch/listen to the ocean. The kitchen was relatively well stocked with dishes. The pool access was a bonus.
Colleen B.
December 2025

Amazing room view and management would get back to my messeges.The only thing stopping a 5 star rating is the living room door does open. Lable says it broken. . Seems its been broken for a while. Not good for the person sleeping in the room with the only working sliding door. Otherwise its a 5.
Buddy R.
December 2025

The complex is nice well kept up secured with fate access, the pool area is nice and easy access to the ocean. The unit we stayed at was nice and clean plenty of room. If you're looking for a hot shower you're out of luck, it's warm at best. I reported it and they said they would look into but nothing was done about it. Both bathrooms have showers that are nice, no bathtub for kids but it wasn't a big deal for us. The downstairs bedroom mattress is terrible, my son said the upstairs was fine. I killed five German roaches in the kitchen but they had a scheduled pest control come spray all the units so they do try to maintain bugs. Upstairs a little noisy from road noise, Overall a nice well kept place I would definitely rent in this complex again but maybe try to get a unit right on the water.
Rodney B.
December 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was 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 condo was great for a week long stay. It is a bit dated and quirky, but overall homey and had everything we needed.
Annie H.
December 2025

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: Ocean front properly. Very spacious apartment. There are no elevators. You have to walk up the stairs. Also there is no AC in the apartment.
Ninad P.
December 2025

The property was as expected. Lots of room and tastefully decorated. The location was great. The area was clean and felt safe.
Wendy M.
December 2025

We had a lovely stay. The condo had all the amenities that we needed. We have stayed at this condo complex before and when this place became available it was an easy yes. The communication with the owner was efficient and effortless. If this condo is available in the future, we will return.
Hillary H.
December 2025

We spend Thanksgiving break at this place. It was wonderful. It looked exactly like the pictures and we loved how modern and clean this place was. Well furnished and maintained. It’s close to everything. The amenity of the property was great. We got to play pickle ball with the paddles provided by the owner. We even watched sunset from the property. We truly loved this place.
chiung w.
November 2025

This is a fabulous location and a beautifully maintained property. It was clean and extremely comfortable! Communication was top notch and attention to detail was on point! Our family of 4 adults and 1 teenager were very happy. It was a great spot for morning coffee and family meals over-looking the ocean. Wow! We enjoyed the heritage sites and seeing the sacred grounds from a distance on the beach. Our children teach yoga so we were able to practice down on the beach in the morning. This special family time was one of the highlights of our trip. We also appreciated the beach gear and the proximity to a safe low key beginner surfer spot. Mahalo, Mahalo!!!
Adrian B.
November 2025

Beautiful view, super comfy beds
Leah G.
November 2025

We left after one day due to lack of air conditioning. It was so hot you couldn’t sleep even with every single fan on (like five fans). The lack of air conditioning was one sentence at the end of a very long dissertation about the property, we missed that or we wouldn’t have booked it. I’m also not sure I’d call it remodeled…several outlets are sketchy, cords are run across the floor, second bedroom window is not openable. Obviously not a good experience given we left after one day of a five day reservation.
James B.
November 2025

Excellent location and setting for a quiet vacation. Well-furnished interior and kitchen and exceptional Lanai.
Arnie L.
November 2025

Air conditioning worked great, very comfortable temperature for relaxing after being in the heat all day and sleeping at night. Property management company was very responsive. Kitchen was well equipped with multiple small appliances. Grounds of complex were beautifully maintained and very attractive. Laundry shed was a great added bonus.
Sammi C.
November 2025

Everything was was perfect.
Connie C.
November 2025

Great location, clean & comfortable. Bathrooms could use some updating, but the condo all & all very nice.
Sybil R.
November 2025


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