Ellen M.
January 2024
We stayed at the Kona Alii #705 and, let me tell you, this unit is amazing. Two full bedrooms, each with a full bath and air conditioning units that are quiet and work well. There is also an AC in the living room. The view from this unit is INCREDIBLE, and there is an expensive spotting scope that we used to see whales and dolphins. The woodwork in this unit is amazing -- from the floors, to the custom pocket doors upstairs, to all of the custom closets, drawers, and cabinets throughout. The furniture in the living room and even the lanai is comfortable and lovely, but there isn't so much that the place is crowded. It will take you a few days to figure out the lights, showers, etc... because it is all high-tech and fancy. Although we didn't use them, there are 3 high-end televisions and even iPods with music! The laundry room has been redone and includes not only top of the line washer/dryer, but a utility sink where you can rinse your snorkels and beach shoes! The kitchen is clean, beautiful, and functional. I liked the pots so much that I'm buying a set for home. The building is safe, clean, and within walking distance to dozens of restaurants, shops, and the King Kam beach. The staircase is steep, and not appropriate for small children and people w difficulty w mobility. But there is a bedroom downstairs and this building has 2 working elevators. The parking space for this unit is on the lower level, which is both convenient and keeps you dry when it is raining. Win!
Laura C.
August 2023
Great views nice remodel, could not use kitchen due to pests all over food area’s.
Angela V.
August 2023
This top floor condo unit has been beautifully renovated, with all needed amenities. So your stay will be comfortable. Then, there’s the view! Pictures of the view are accurate, and you will not be disappointed. My kids were very impressed and super excited to use the telescope. I enjoyed my coffee every morning on the balcony taking in the view and listening to the waves. Restaurants are in east walking distance. Covered Parking for this unit was very nice as well.
Heather S.
July 2023
We loved everything about our stay in this gorgeous condo! Definitely would stay her again.
Patti H.
May 2023
Great property. Well maintained and stocked with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Our only disappointment was the traffic noise from Alii Drive. Honking horns and reving engines made the lanai difficult to use.
Trish K.
April 2023
Overall, the condo was perfect for us. The location was centrally located, making everything in Kona within walking distance. The kitchen was well-equipped with lots of appliances & nice utensils. The fridge was big with filtered water and fresh ice every day. The TV in the living room was perfect as we were able to sign into our streaming services. The music system is wired to work throughout the condo and lanai. The lanai is the absolute gem of the place. We spent so much time out there enjoying the breathtaking view of Kailua Bay. The condo also has 2 boogie boards, 4 beach chairs, 4 beach towels, 2 umbrellas, sand toys, and pool noodles. The bedrooms were perfect with very comfortable beds. A few more blankets would have been great. The bathrooms were clean and well stocked. There was TP, soap and shampoo there - enough to last a few days, but no conditioner. The pool was perfect - beautiful setting and nice temperature. We used it a few times and enjoyed the challenge of walking up 7 flights of stairs afterward. The only real complaint we had was the door lock. It is a combination pad only - no key. The combination is set remotely by the property management company. You get yours a few days before you check in. When my husband and I went food shopping on our second day, our 12 year old wanted to stay in the condo alone. He stays alone at home frequently. We told him not to open the door for anyone and we’d be home soon. He had the address and knew what to do in case of an emergency. As we're halfway through our food shopping trip, our phones are blowing up with frantic messages saying we need to get home now! Apparently, the condo’s maintenance man knocked on the door and wouldn’t leave. I called the management company and told them to have him leave immediately. We rushed back to the condo to find out that the man let himself inside with his own code. Thankfully he left, but when I spoke to the management company, they explained that many people have codes to get inside – vendors, maintenance people, the building management, the owner, etc. The management company was very apologetic and agreed to wipe all codes from the door lock except ours and theirs. The owner also apologized profusely and compensated us satisfactorily. Overall, the place and our stay was incredible. I added this story because the experience soured the start of our trip and as a mom, I think it would have been nice to know how the lock works before our stay.
Donald D.
January 2023
Great property and location in downtown Kona with an awesome ocean view!
Jody R.
December 2022
We rented Kona Ali’i 705 over the 2022 Christmas holiday. The condo is very nice. High-end appliances and finishes. Very clean. Well-equipped kitchen. The views from the condo are outstanding. Location is great for easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Very convenient for both walkers and runners. Mornings on the lanai drinking coffee, watching the sunrise, waves, surfers, swimmers, SUP and paddle boarders, spinner dolphins, and people out and about. Since the condo is West facing, awesome sunset every night. The starry nights (and early mornings) were spectacular. The fans and lights on the lanai truly came in handy. The condo is on the top floor so the view is great, street noise was minimal, and you can still hears the crashing waves. The A/C in every room was excellent. The high-end TVs, cable, and Sonos sound system throughout was a big plus (read the provided instructions). The beds, bedding, and towels were all in excellent condition. We loved that everything in the condo was labeled! The covered, dedicated parking spot eliminated any parking anxiety. The condo building and grounds felt very secure. The few condo residents we did encounter were very pleasant. The pool area looked very nice, clean, and plenty of lounge chairs, but we did not utilize it this time around. The check-in and check-out process was flawless. The communication and directions from the management company was excellent. We will definitely put this condo on the list to revisit.
Clint D.
October 2022
Great property and fully stocked with many essentials. Location is perfect for walking distance to restaurants and shops. Price was pretty steep during Ironman Race.
Amanda H.
August 2022
Inside was absolutely PERFECT! We loved the space and would highly recommend for any family. For my husband and 2 children, this was a great option right off the main strip of Kona. Easy walking distance to everything with a great view.
My only area of complaint was that the outside, walking up was a little rough. We were all a bit nervous walking up for the first time. But don't let the outside fool you. Inside is great. Also the frontage road can be a bit noisy. We were on the 7th floor and could still hear loud motorcycles and cars even with the windows closed. But obviously nothing you can do about that. A++ and I can't wait to come back!
Beach House Boutique V.
July 2022
This condo is in a great location… super convenient to be able to walk downstairs and walk to dinner spots, bars and shops.
Everything was clean
Kendrick O.
July 2022
This Kona Coast Vacation property was the ideal vacation location to enjoy Kona. The condo was beautifully designed and furnished. The accommodations are extremely comfortable and functional. The AC, motorized shades, ceiling fans and lighting enabled the optimal comfort while enjoying the ocean views and sounds. The host was very responsive, pleasant and professional. It was a pleasant surprise to see that beach chairs, a cooler and beach umbrella were available for our seaside outings. It is evident that the host has thoughtfully provided amenities for vacationers to enjoy Kona to the fullest. Mahalo to the host for providing this exceptional accommodation.
Rachael T.
June 2022
We’ve stayed in many condos on the Big Island and Maui. This condo was amazing! The pool was better than I expected and not busy which was nice. The unit was beautiful!! As I woke in bed I could see the sun rising over the hill. The roof top lanai was the best place to sunbathe and very private. The front lanai had a beautiful view. Even the couch in the living room exceeded our expectations. Surround sound music was also a nice treat. Walked all over Kona everyday. Thank you for the stay and we hope we’ll be able to book it again soon.
Scott M.
May 2022
The best VRBO we have stayed in EVER. The property is exactly how it is pictured online. I would highly recommend staying, by far the best unit in the building. We have stayed on floors 4 and 5 and the road noise was deafening. The 7th floor by far is like you are in a different building, the ocean lulls you to sleep and never hear the road! The air conditioning is a real plus! Having stayed in the lower floors without it, we had to use fans to just make it bearable . We loved it so much here and will book again!
Liz C.
May 2022
Beautiful condo in great location. We watched a pod of dolphins swim while drinking coffee from the lanai. Very walkable with many restaurants nearby. High end appliances and comfortable beds. Would definitely stay here again.
Emily P.
April 2022
The stay here was fantastic. Property was exactly as in photos. Great location and easy check in directions. I would easily stay here again.
John B.
April 2022
I have stayed many places on the Big Island. This was the best !!!!
March 2022
Property is beautiful. Beautiful. View. Neighborhood is convenient but a bit Honky Tonk.
Natalie F.
March 2022
The condo was in an excellent location. We had a hiccup with check-in (building key missing from lock box so couldn’t get in that night) but Kona Coast Vacations sorted it out and we got in the next morning. Other than that initial hiccup our stay was great. Condo was very spacious, my bridesmaids and I got ready for our wedding there with the stylists and never felt cramped. Walkable distance from most restaurants on Ali’i drive, shopping nearby. Has all the kitchen amenities you need to cook meals there. Having seperate air conditioning for each room was excellent
Pamela S.
January 2022
The sunsets were beautiful! The sound of the ocean was calming and peaceful. Every morning we sat on the lanai, ate our breakfast and enjoyed looking out at the water. The location was convenient to restaurants, bars and walks. We had a much needed rest from the hustle and bustle of city life!
Lori S.
November 2021
This property was more than expected. We had all the basic amenities needed. I was able to get in contact with the host when needed. The view was amazing from the deck on the 7th floor. There are lots of places to eat nearby. We especially enjoyed Kai and Papa Kona's.
Trevor B.
August 2021
This condo is located in a prime location within walking distance of numerous restaurants and bars but far enough that you are not hearing the nighttime noise when the balcony door closes. Check in process was very simple and the unit was very clean. From the balcony we enjoyed great sunset views and were able to watch dolphins in the mornings while eating breakfast. I highly recommend this condo for a family or friends getting together.
Mary K.
July 2021
Thank you so much for so many amazing memories. This location was walking distance to more restaurants than you’ll have time for in two week. Not to mention the fully equipped kitchen for any home chef with ample locally grown ingredients from the farmers market (Wednesday to Saturday).
Tara F.
July 2021
Amazing views and location. Very clean. Very short walk to restaurants and stores. Just as advertised. Would stay here again.
Cheryl V.
June 2021
The Kona Alli #705 was beautiful! The lanai was very comfortable and overlooked the gorgeous Pacific ocean. It was kind of noisy with Alli Drive directly below. The beds were extremely comfortable and the bathrooms were luxurious. It was nice to have two King suites. The condo was spotless and the furnishings were lovely. We would come back!
Susan P.
June 2021
Great location. Convenient to restaurants and shops. The layout with one bedroom down and one bedroom up was perfect for our family. Sitting on the lanai morning, noon, and night watching the ocean and the activity below was our favorite part of this property!
October 2016
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 were very happy with this unit. Everything is high end and it did not disappoint in any way.
Eric B.
September 2016
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:
Great location and view.Handy for a swim straight in over Alii drive and only a short walk into town.Apartmentvwell equiped and parking super easy.
Tina and Rick F.
August 2016
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:
Whenever you see an ocean from the balcony photo you think is too good to be true, it usually is, BUT in this case the Kona Alii was far nicer than we dreamed it could be! Aside from admiring the professional operations, we were also pleasantly surprised the the pool was also really nice. We started each morning with laps in the pool, enjoyed our breakfast on that stunning balcony while listening to ukelele music from the cafe next door, and were stunned by the little exotic birds that joined us for breakfast. Kona was very hot while we were there and we really appreciated having air conditioning when we needed it, and I'm not going to lie, also the convenience of a Target store that was a few miles away. We are already planning to return to this lovely condo.
August 2016
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:
Clean, cozy, and located at a good spot.
Melissa T.
July 2016
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 place is great. Clean, beautifully looked after. Only issue we had was that we were sent the wrong password for the door. A quick phonecall and it was all sorted. We loved watching the 4th of July parade and fireworks from the balcony
Becky M.
July 2016
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 love Kailua Kona for the quiet less crowded Hawaiian destination. I loved the location as well as the view, but the overall design of the Kona Alii 705 unit was exceptional. The amenities of appliances in the kitchen made cooking in our unit a nice option, to save on eating out. I will return!
Dennis H.
June 2016
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 was everything that was advertise. Nicely appointed with a great ocean view and close to great eating and shopping. Our favorite breakfast place, the Java Lava is right out the front door of the condo.
Kellie F.
June 2016
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 was an immaculate unit, spacious comfortable, perfect for a family of four. The unit was in a quiet complex, with great access to beach, shopping and restaurants in the village of Kona. Will definately visit again.....
Roy K.
June 2016
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 is an unique condo situated right on the famous Alii Drive. From outside the complex, it looked a very ordinary old building complex, but as soon as the entry door is opened it has a WOW factor, as if the ocean waves are right below us. The appointments in the condo are very high quality with no spare was given to details for convenience and comfort. Sitting in the Lanai while watching marine life, sounds of the ocean waves etc etc. It is a bit noisy as it is on the main road, but all shops restaurants are right below us make it very convenient. If the seller is interested to sell this condo, I will be very interested.
Suzanne M.
May 2016
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 pictures are spot on! The unit is absolutely luxurious! (The outside of the building is deceptive--doesn't look like as nice a condo will be present, however trust me it is awesome!) I have never stayed in a place as nice as this condo and neither had my best friend or husband who accompanied me on this trip! The unit is sparkling clean and spectacularly furnished. The host provides an Ipod in the living room and the loft master bedroom to control the Sonos sound system that is also provided. Very large beach towels provided and soft large bath towels as well. The kitchen is up to date with everything you could possibly want and then some! We loved sitting on the lanai and listening to music and the waves crashing on the rocks below! Absolutely stunning! There are also a couple of good restaurants within walking distance from the condo if you choose not to use the well-appointed kitchen. We liked Bongo Ben's. Area is convenient with great snorkeling approx. 5 miles away. Couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay. My best friend is now convinced she has to makeover her kitchen just like this one! :) p.s. They also have a washer and dryer that is great for those not wanting to take a lot of luggage or wanting to wash their clothes before returning home!
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