John S.
May 2024
This is the second time we have stayed at one of Jen & Mike's properties. They are great and helpful hosts and their units are well maintained and clean. We like the Alii Villa's location and the pool is never crowded. This location will be at the top of our list for our next visit.
Dillon D.
December 2023
The only small complaint is the noise from the other units due to the way the building is configured, but everything was good with the unit itself.
Jennifer B.
December 2023
We enjoyed our stay here. Pros included a very easy check-in process, designated parking, very clean and well-stocked unit, great beach supplies (cooler, chairs, boogie boards, towels), and washer/dryer. We agreed with other reviewers that the parking space is very narrow (no big trucks or SUVs), the bed felt small and was on the firm side, and the couch was not very comfortable. Pillows were very flat and hard, but I bought a fluffy one and left it there. Would stay again, but would bring my own pillow.
Craig E.
November 2023
Comfortable stay. Exactly what we wanted.
Laurie M.
October 2023
We had a great stay at Jen and Mike’s condo. We have stayed at two other condos at this property and appreciated the updates they have made. The property itself is also very clean and well kept. They are wonderful hosts, providing a smooth and easy check in, spotless condo and everything we needed for the week. Loved having all the beach equipment…chairs, umbrella and towels. They were always very quick to answer any questions we had too. We definitely hope to be back again!
Shari T.
July 2023
I was pleased about how spacious and clean the unit was. Within walking distance to watch the ocean. Great location.
Bruce M.
April 2023
Exactly as described. Jen & Mike were wonderful to deal with.
Mark P.
March 2023
This condo was an easy place to be for our month in Kailua. Alii Villas is a well kept property with a great pool and a spacious BBQ deck. Parking is convenient and the whole complex feels friendly and secure.
After a few nights the road noise seemed to fade into the ambient.
Shawna P.
February 2023
We highly recommend this condo. It was clean, modern & cozy. The lanai looked out onto a beautiful garden area. The whole complex was quiet which was nice. The owners were very easy to communicate with & the check-in process was simple. The condo had everything we needed.
Allan & Carol R.
February 2023
Exceptional! Arriving late at night to this property, we were greeted with a personalized welcome message from the hosts, and the vision of flickering tiki torches on the lanai. By day, we treasured the relaxing aesthetics of the decor, which we enjoyed for the duration of our three week visit. Jen & Mike ‘knocked the ball out of the park’ with their preparations. Beach chairs, beach towels, boogie boards, etc. were all available for our use. Waking up refreshed and having coffee on the lanai which overlooked a beautifully landscaped garden setting was idyllic. The very efficient ceiling fans kept us cool, without us ever having to use the air conditioning unit. The pool area and grounds of this condominium were extraordinarily clean and well maintained. The kitchen provided everything we needed to prepare our meals along with some much appreciated spices and condiments. In all, we did not want for anything and will eagerly look forward to revisiting this property again. Mahalo Jen and Mike!
Patricia L.
November 2022
This was our 1st vacation involving a condo rental, we generally book 4-4½ star resorts. When we vacation, we love the heat while out, but like to come back to relax and watch TV in the evenings – we don't vacation to socialize with or meet new people.
It appears we were not careful enough in reviewing this listing and the expected outdoor temperatures when we chose. While the condo was excellent in every other way, and the hosts had it well stocked with information and useful items like boogie boards, the lack of air conditioning outside of the bedroom was an issue for us.
There are instructions to ONLY run the AC with the bedroom door closed, along with explanations of how expensive electricity is. The first 5 days we were here, the outside high ranged from 86-88° F (29-31° C) In the evenings the condo was 30° C (86° F) and we were sometimes able to drop the temp down to 26°C (79° F) by the next AM by running two fans full speed all night, but it would start rising again early AM. The first few nights it felt hotter than that in the condo, but we only bought a thermometer and another fan after the first few days. With the trade winds generally coming from the NE/ENE, we were not able to get any sort of useful breeze through the condo. We were very hot and uncomfortable anywhere in the condo (except the bedroom) every evening.
The AC cooled the bedroom well, but we didn't want to spend our evenings there, and the TV was in the living room. We needed to keep some clothing on due to the lack of privacy - the windows / door we needed to keep open were facing other condos. With the way the condo is laid out, and the vertical blind over only part of the patio door (the blind vanes could not be closed) privacy was limited and anyone on the lanai opposite could see directly in.
The leather couch wasn't a great option as we would stick to it in the heat. We also didn't want to run the oven in the condo or go down to the BBQ area to cook/eat publicly, so we ate out.
We did not contact the hosts about this issue, as the documentation we had been provided was clear that the A/C was only for the bedroom.
While our travels around the island were great, and we experienced some amazing things, we will more carefully review our prospective condo rentals amenities in the future. From what we can see in reviews, this has not been a huge issue for those who left reviews, but we felt it was important to share for travellers who might feel the way we did.
Larry F.
November 2022
Please was well supplied, clean and the owners very responsive
Paul D.
October 2022
Great communication from Jen and Mike. Easy check in process. Well situated on Ali'i Drive, under two miles to the pier. Clean condo with plenty of space for two or a bit more. Everything we needed for our stay was already there and the full size washer and dryer was wonderful. Parking is right outside the entrance. We are from a cold climate so the heat in Kona took some getting used to. The AC unit keeps the bedroom comfortable if you keep the door closed and there are extra fans around the unit.
I would definitely stay here again.
Jeff A.
July 2022
Great place to stay when visiting. Jen and Mike were excellent hosts. Unit was clean, location great and extras available to use Jen and Mike were available for any questions and suggestions for food or activity recommendations. Would definitely stay here again. Truly a home away from home.
Mel G.
May 2022
Clean and comfy condo, has everything you need in the kitchen plus beach essentials. Also, the lanai is great place for breakfast. A big plus for a great shower pressure!
Bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper, the AC is pretty loud. It was a great stay!
Carol A.
April 2022
Jen and Mike’s property is even more lovely than described. The lanai has a secluded feel with a beautiful garden and partial ocean view and perfect spot to cool off in the shade. Our communication with Jen was wrinkle free and being personally welcomed by them upon arrival was such a lovely touch. The complex is clean, very safe and everyone we met exuded the Aloha Spirit. This property comes highly recommended!
Delaine J.
March 2022
Very nice property with a pool and a few steps to the ocean. We appreciated having a parking space and everything you need inside the suite. Jen and Mike were fabulous hosts - easy to contact and responsive to our needs.
Would highly recommend this property!
Karin R.
March 2022
Loved the welcome from the host upon check in. This place has all the spices, condiments, sunscreen items that you need for your stay. Clean condo with everything you need. The outdoor lanai in the evenings with the solar torch lights and plants are a nice touch. Close to town.
Rob W.
February 2022
Had a great experience with this property. Jen and Mike were great hosts. Saw whales from the unit parking lot during our stay. Was about a mile walk to most of the restaurants and shops downtown Kona. Would highly recommend it to others looking to stay in or near Kona.
Valerie D.
January 2022
We had no problem at all
Blue W.
January 2022
Jen and Mike were great hosts. Apartment was well-equipped and in a beautiful location.
Mary E.
December 2021
Immaculate, well equipped, great lanai. Kind and caring hosts.
Theresa B.
November 2021
Jen and Mike supplied all the amenities for us to enjoy our stay.
Kristofer N.
October 2021
Great apartment, well appointed full kitchen and all supplies provided. Private reserve parking spot. Nice 5v easy to plug in your Roku stick and great WiFi. Can't ask for more. Any questions the host response was rapid and top notch.
Dr. Jon K.
September 2021
I stayed here on my own and enjoyed my stay. The condo is well cared for and the owners couldn't be more helpful with anything you need. The kitchen has everything you need to cook a good meal and the pool is very nice. It can get a little hot in the condo but the a/c in the bedroom provides a nice respite from the heat.
Terry L.
July 2021
Great location and great people! Condo was clean and had a great view of the sunset.
Helen F.
July 2021
The property was perfect for the 2 of us, the owners were lovely, the pool was quiet and peaceful. This was our first time in Hawaii and the property was centrally located on the west side of the island. We would definitely recommend having a car to enjoy all that Kona offers.
May 2021
Jen & Mike are amazing hosts! Their property is spotless and has everything to enjoy your stay; market is 15 minutes away so you can save $.
Pool and grill area are very clean. Entire property is well taken care of. Good value for cost of stay!
Marcel and Andrea A.
March 2021
This remodeled condo is perfect for 2 people. Kitchen had everything you need. Bedroom have an aircondition which was very much needed during the nights, it gets hot in Kona. Lanai was spacious. We enjoy to have breakfast on a lanai and looking at the ocean. One of the best things in this condo was a fridge, which had a filtered water and was producing ice. We left some beach accesories in the condo for others. This condo is very close to downtown. It took 5 minutes to drive there, if you like to walk, you can do that too. Great place to get breakfast is Papa Kona. White sand beach is close also. Kona have a great vegan restaurant - Journey to Good Health Cafe LLC.
This condo is close to the road, but because of the aircoditioning running, you can not hear it. We had no problem to sleep.
Jen is very nice and trully made our stay so much better. She went beyond for our comfort.
Caryn S.
March 2021
Beautiful condo in a beautiful setting. Jen and Mike immediately responded to any request I had. The other condo residents were warm and welcoming. I loved the "sunset watching gang,"especially the friendly puppies. The pool was awesome. The location was walking distance to downtown Kona. The groundskeeper always had a beautiful smile for me. I would definitely stay here again. Air conditioner in the bedroom kept sleeping comfortable
Tom S.
February 2021
Bedroom windows facing major roadway, lots of Traffic noise.
During the day maintenance crews were drilling and pounding on brick walls all day long During entire stay. Very intense at times. Noisy neighbors also.
Brennan F.
January 2021
The property was well stocked and comfortable. The location was great. We would like to stay here again if we have the opportunity.
Karen S.
March 2020
Jen and Mike were great hosts.
The condo was immaculate with all the essentials.
We have been to Kona before but this was the nicest condo we’ve stayed in.
If you are visiting for the first time this would also be a great condo to stay at because of the location and easy access to everything.
They even provided a great tourist book to help with any kind of adventure you might be interested in:)
We would definitely stay here again in our next trip to Kona:)
Pam F.
March 2020
The property was great, very quiet, safe and in a good location. The pool was a short walk and the ocean was easily seen from the parking lot. The parking and recycling bins were also close by and the grounds were well kept. Shopping, restaurants and beautiful beaches were within short drives too. The condo met our needs and was comfortable for two people. The owner provided beach towels, chairs, a cooler and an umbrella, which were greatly appreciated. However, the bathroom shelves and side tables in the living room and bedroom very visibly dusty when we arrived. Also, the drain in the tub was very slow and water would be above your ankles with a brief shower. All of these things are easy fixes and didn’t ruin our trip. The owners met us upon arrival and were very friendly.
jill f.
March 2020
Jen and Mike are excellent hosts. They are attentive to all detail and were incredible at resolving an issue that arose that was totally out of their control. I really appreciated their consideration. The property is lovely, immaculately clean, well-appointed and well-located. I would definitely recommend it.
Robyn L.
March 2020
We had a wonderful week at Jen and Mike's place with our 11-month old daughter. The condo was spacious and comfortable. It was about a 20-min walk into town, but the free parking spot made it easy for us to get out and explore one day and then stay put the next. Jen and Mike were wonderful hosts and readily available if we needed anything. Thank you for a wonderful stay - we will be back!
artur b.
February 2020
Great property and superb hospitality.
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