Took me a second to figure out how to use the lock box for the key, that's on me.Instructions were quite clear though.Parking conveniently close to elevator.Didn't really have time to use the pool or hot tub sadly.
Scott F.
July 2026
This was our first trip to Hawaii, and we couldn’t have chosen a better place to stay! The beautiful two-bedroom, two-bath condo was spotless, spacious, and had everything we needed. The fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living area, and especially the large balcony overlooking the ocean and pool made it feel like home—we ate many of our meals outside enjoying the incredible view. The thoughtful extras, including beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkeling gear, coolers, and other beach essentials, made our adventures so much easier and more enjoyable. We were welcomed with a handwritten note and a bottle of wine, and the hosts even checked in by text during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed, which was such a thoughtful touch. The property was beautifully maintained, and we loved the pool, clean grilling area, sauna, and reading through the guest book filled with memories and recommendations from past visitors. The location was perfect—across from one of our favorite beaches, just minutes from an amazing snorkeling spot, and conveniently close to everything we wanted to explore on the Big Island. This condo exceeded every expectation and played a huge part in making our first trip to Hawaii unforgettable. We can’t wait to come back!
Tiffany M.
July 2026
The condo was great for how little it cost. Had everything we needed and it was in a great location. The White Sands Beach has a lot of big rocks and big waves so not super friendly for little kids, but there are good beach for kids just a short drive away. Overall, great experience and would come back.
Anthony C.
July 2026
Our stay was perfect in every way. The location was great because the apartment was situated down the road from the heavy tourist traffic on Ali'i Drive. It was close to a shopping center with eateries, a movie theater, a good drug store, and grocery store. It is literally across the street from the beach and they have all the beach equipment you need. My parents are elderly so the elevator was critical, and the apartment was right off the elevator so they didn't have to walk far. The apartment was well-equipped, airy, and comfortable. Thank goodness for air conditioning because it was very hot and humid during our stay. There were a few places to sit, both inside and on the balcony. The balcony had a partial view of the beach which was a bonus. I have already told family members about this place and would definitely rent this apartment again if I return to Kona.
Denise M.
June 2026
Was a great experience
thomas M.
June 2026
Excellent property. Beds were extremely comfortable. Fully stocked kitchen was great for making meals. Living space was wonderful for relaxing. Loved the view from the lanai. Prompt communication with host when we had a slight problem accessing the unit. Air conditioning was fabulous!
Lisa Z.
June 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:
It was a great stay. We all loved the views and watching the excitement going on at magic sands beach every day.
Julie C.
June 2026
We have stayed a few times in Kona and enjoyed the White Sands Village the most. Very spacious with an ocean view. The kitchen is fully furnished and we saved money by cooking. Location has bus service to go shopping or accessing the park for snorkeling. Black sand beach is across the street and has life guards. Over all the best place we have stayed in Kona. Looking forward to staying there again.
David O.
June 2026
Everything was amazing!! We will stay here again for sure. Great space for a family of 4!
Kristin C.
June 2026
There was a broken towel rack in one of the bathrooms. And not enough towels !! And the description was deceiving, it says the beach is across the street . Which it is but it’s all rocks you can’t swim in it !!
tonie c.
June 2026
We had a great visit. Unit was clean, well stocked with everything we needed and had a nice view of the beach. Host communication was quick when we had a question and getting in was easy.
Becky H.
June 2026
We absolutely loved our stay in Kona and this condo! The proximity along with having a second bedroom with two twin beds was very convenient. Even more, we loved exploring the Kona area beaches, and enjoyed the pool after sunsets! We appreciated Joanne’s helpful tips before the trip and clear communication along the way! Will definitely stay here again!
Julie L.
June 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 property was perfect. I had heard horror stories about cockroaches all over at some places. We didn’t see any inside the condo. We did see a few outside by elevator at dark. The inside of the condo has everything you would need to enjoy your vacation. Would stay here again.
Jessica c.
June 2026
Property had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay ! Would definitely recommend if Kona area is in your plans
Chris R.
June 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The only issue we had was the washing machine smelled terrible. Is smelled soured and made the bathroom smell like urine. The master sliding door was very difficult to open and close. So glad for the chairs, umbrellas and snorkel gear. Can’t wait to come back.
DJ H.
June 2026
This was a great apartment close to magic sands beach. There was plenty of space to accommodate my family of 3. All the appliances worked well in the unit and we appreciated the in-unit laundry. They even had some detergent pods for our use! The grill area in the middle of the complex was well appointed and made it easy to cook our own food (daughter is Celiac). The balcony was very comfortable, and included ceiling fans. It is far enough away from the sometimes busy road to be quiet. The only minor awkward thing was parking. The driveway entry was hard to see, hilly, and the parking spot was along the side making it impossible for passengers to get in/out due to the adjacent foliage. Overall, this was a great apartment that worked great for us on our trip!
Joe B.
June 2026
If you want a place that is clean, comfortable, and fully stocked, this is the place for you. Travel to a beach, they have you covered. Travel to the other side of the island, there are many books about all the places to go. Comfortable beds, great location (right across the street from Magic Sands Beach) and loaded with all you need for a great vacation.
Loreen S.
June 2026
Wonderful property and attentive host. Our luggage was delayed by a day so we were especially happy to find spare water shoes and sandals so we could go to the beach. I would not hesitate to stay here again. We loved it.
Stephanie L.
June 2026
We loved our stay . The home was just as described. It was very clean and the host was easy to communicate with. The beds and furniture were very comfortable. We especially enjoyed eating outside and looking at the ocean. We would definitely stay here again.
Debra S.
June 2026
The VRBO was clean, and tidy. It was sprayed for bugs when we were there, which was appreciated, communication with the host was via text, which caused some delays. The master bed messed up my neck the first few nights so we switched beds - might be time for a new mattress instead of topper. Overall the stay was great!
Alan B.
June 2026
Great condo right across the street from Magic Sands Beach. What else could you ask for? Joe the host, was great, making our stay as smooth as possible. Would 100% stay here again!
Paul K.
June 2026
Loved your condo!! Was everything we needed! Really appreciate all the extras like washing detergent and spices. We left a few things like Siracha, avacado oil and butter for your next guests.
Angie B.
June 2026
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Beautiful condo. It was very clean and comfortable. We used the sofa bed which was actually quite comfortable for a sofa bed, however, there weren't any sheets for it. We asked the management company about it and were told they were in a closet. We never found them. Large fridge made it easy to stock food for our stay since we cooked a lot. The lanai was amazing. We ate breakfast out there every morning. We enjoyed the location, however the beach across the street wasn't really much of a beach. There was some sand but it turned into all Lava rock before you hit the water. Water was quite rough there as well. We had a few unexpected hiccups. The living room tv was not there when we arrived. It was tucked in the 2nd bedroom closet and was shattered. The management company said they were aware and someone was bringing a replacement by the next day. No one ever did. We also had a huge ant problem! They traveled from the lanai doors to the kitchen. They were a big problem in the kitchen. We couldn't leave anything on the counters but at least the fridge was big enough we could fit everything in it. When we reached out to the management company about it they said "welcome to Hawaii, it comes with the area and that it was disclosed in the contract". I'm from the desert so I understand some bugs but I felt this was a lot more than just "the area" and could have been a lot better! We did put down some bug repellent but it didn't really help. Overall 8.5/10
Loni W.
June 2026
The location was fantastic. The beach across the street has the most amazing, majestic waves. That means it’s not really swimmable (at least when we were there), but it’s a boogie boarding hot spot and the locals put on quite the impressive show.The house was so well provisioned. It had everything we could have possibly wanted. So grateful to the hosts for all the attention to detail.
Katherine T.
June 2026
Would highly recommend, well appointed and right a across the street from a great beach and restaurant
Belinda R.
June 2026
Really good location near the beach! Well equipped and great wrap-around balcony.
Kairavi C.
June 2026
Space was great, magic sands beach across the street is gorgeous but with BIG waves. Better to watch experienced boarders. This was a central great place. There was a full kitchen of pans, bowls knives etc so you don’t have to eat out every meal.
Sara M.
June 2026
Everything was clean, walkable to beach and restaurants, Also Thai Rin Restaurant which is 3 miles away is excellent
Arun N.
May 2026
The beach access could not be better & the courtyard grounds & pool were beautiful. The outdoor kitchen/bbq grill area was nice too. The unit was very comfortable & had everything we needed. Thoughtful touches like beach towels, chairs, etc. made it very easy to enjoy from the second we arrived. We would love to come back here & stay again. Highly recommend for a stay in Kona! It was only about a 10-15 min drive to downtown depending on day/time.
Erin M.
May 2026
Great place Cleanliness on pointRelaxing
Sarah T.
May 2026
Great place with everything you may need for your stay. Loved having Magic Sands beach right across the road, didn’t have to drive anywhere for beach time. Kelly was very responsive for the one small issue we had. Highly recommend.
Joyce P.
May 2026
Beautiful home. Clean and spacious. Right next to the beach. Well-appointed.
brian f.
May 2026
Beautiful home! Gorgeous lanai with view of pool and beach. Perfect home for our adult family of 5. Had a wonderful time on the Big Island. Highly recommend this property.
Nicole E.
May 2026
Everything we could ever need during our stay was provided, and the location was excellent. Will definitely be back
Richard M.
May 2026
The place had not been cleaned after the previous guest. There were used towels in the bathroom, the bed was not made. Host was very rude and inconsiderate. He sent the cleaner in the evening. We could not use the place till after 7 pm. Host did not provide any refund or discounts for the inconvenience. Location does not feel very safe. Condo is spacious and has the essentials. Just the cleaning and communication with the host was very dissatisfactory.
Siddharth B.
May 2026
The kitchen was stocked with everything you would need and then some. The view of the ocean was excellent and the walk yo the piblic lifeguard beach was just across the street. The pool was very relaxing. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Peggy B.
May 2026
Wonderful location. Very quiet and comfortable, lots of bird sounds, no traffic noise. Walk to Magic Sands beach.
Allison W.
May 2026
We had a great time and it was directly across the street from a beautiful beach and a nice restaurant. I would stay there again. Don’t think I would suggest is if you’re going there bring beach towels there are beach towels that they have are very, very thin.
Linda S.
May 2026
Lovely property and awesome location. Everything you could possibly need for a family to stay comfortably.
Gerry B.
May 2026
This was an excellent location for our family of five with three teenagers. The waves at Magic Sands got pretty wild, but we heard that was mostly to do with the impending storm. It was a great location. Super close to a great snorkeling location and wave jumping was a blast. Super cute restaurant close for incredible eats and even better views. Condo was well stocked and they were super accommodating when the storm hit and we needed to extend our stay and have someone help us out after the extended power outage.
Brittany K.
April 2026
The condo was well equipped with a washer and dryer, a nice lanai, necessary beach supplies; chairs, cooler, towels, etc. We enjoyed the pool, hot tub and pickleball courts at the facility. We enjoyed a great snorkel beach apx. 1 1/2 miles south. Enjoyed an ATV ride with aloha adventures close by. We also enjoyed shaka tacos a little to the north in a nice shopping area. The owners were very pleasant and responsive.
Renee N.
April 2026
Kitchen was fully equipped, nice blender for smoothies, toaster, and lots of staples for cooking as well. The deck was nice, and had a side view of the beach as advertised. You are literally right across from Magic Sands beach. The pool was lovely and clean. The cooking area with multiple grills was user friendly and clean.
Brook L.
April 2026
The condo was comfortable with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the view.
Melissa B.
April 2026
As a family traveling with kids, property provided us with all things to make overall experience fun for kids.
granthali f.
April 2026
This is a great stay. The property is VERY well maintained. Location is perfect. I would highly recommend.
Scott S.
April 2026
Everything was great.
rhamtat28 F.
April 2026
Place was great and well stocked. Would stay again!
Nathan B.
April 2026
More toilet paper and towels otherwise fully stocked loved the beach
Martha B.
April 2026
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Had a great stay. The rooms are exactly as described and perfect for our needs. It was clean and quiet (except for the chatty birds). The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need: dishes, pots and pans, I even found a pizza cutter. Nice clean bathrooms and comfy bedrooms with clean linens and soaps.The patio is stocked with everything you need for a great beach day. There are boogie boards, snorkels and fins, noodles, umbrellas, chairs, even towels and a cooler.The unit is a little ways back from the road, which means a few extra steps to the beach, but it's hardly a hassle. The pool area is large and inviting with barbecues, plenty of chairs and tables and there is even a pool table and sauna.Only steps away is Magic Sands beach, which is great for seeing fish and turtles. But beware, I do not recommend trying to boogie board or body surf. The rocks are no joke. Just a mile south is a great beach park for snorkeling, surfing or boogie boarding. Grab a meal at the Magic Sand Grill right there or a lighter bite from their beach window.The only thing I might add is cable or an antenna, only to watch the local weather forecast, but everyday was paradise. Expect the same. You can't go wrong and I would definitely book this unit again.
Matthew C.
April 2026
Older condo filled with all essentials.
Jenny P.
April 2026