Kanaloa, Big Island

Kanaloa at Kona is a prestigious and tranquil 18-acre oceanfront resort located on the Big Island's Kona Coast, surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, Keauhou Bay, and the Kona Country Club golf course. The resort offers a gated community with 24-hour security, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a variety of amenities for guests to enjoy. These include three swimming pools (one oceanfront and one adult-only), three hot tubs, two lighted tennis courts with pickleball options, BBQ stations, and an activities desk for booking tours and outdoor activities.

Conveniently situated near Kailua-Kona village, Kanaloa at Kona provides easy access to restaurants, shops, and various outdoor activities such as golfing, swimming, snorkeling, and surfing. The resort is also a short drive from Kailua-Kona International Airport, which offers nonstop flights from major cities and inter-island connections. With its stunning ocean views, well-maintained facilities, and peaceful atmosphere, Kanaloa at Kona is an ideal choice for vacationers seeking a relaxing and enjoyable stay in Hawaii.

Kanaloa Average Rates


As of June 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kanaloa is $346. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $446, and 3 bedroom units average $514. The average takes into account 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 usally much higher). Visit the Kanaloa Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 735 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.

The Kanaloa condo resort on Big Island receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from guests, who praise its beautiful views, well-equipped units, and convenient location. Many guests appreciate the thoughtful touches provided by the owners, such as welcome baskets and a well-stocked kitchen, making their stay comfortable and enjoyable. The resort's amenities, including multiple pools, tennis courts, and proximity to beaches and shopping, add to the appeal. While a few guests mention minor maintenance issues and the additional cost for air conditioning, these do not significantly detract from the overall positive experience. The resort's quiet, well-maintained grounds and the friendly, helpful staff are also frequently highlighted. Some guests note the challenge of stairs in certain units, which may be a consideration for those with mobility issues. Overall, the Kanaloa condo resort is highly recommended by guests for a relaxing and memorable stay on the Big Island. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 735 guest reviews.

Recent Kanaloa Reviews


Having a place to stay that you end up calling home. Perfect. When you need to relax and get away from the daily chores and shovelling snow what a beautiful place to go. It takes a few days to get into a routine, but, then a new day started with a swim, touring the country side, coming home to a hot tub, and then relaxing with different view of sunsets. Wonderful, a must place to relax.
albert c.
March 2025

Great location. saw whales for the balcony.
Caleb M.
February 2025

The views from the deck were incredible! The condo was very clean and organized. The beds were comfortable too! It was a perfect place for two couples as both primary rooms have their own bathrooms. There is a shopping center nearby that you can walk to for groceries, restaurants and coffee. The entire condo complex is well maintained and beautiful. We look forward to staying here again!
Jennifer N.
February 2025

The actual grounds are very well maintained. The pool was one of the best we experienced in Kona. The condo is nice and roomy but dated. It is of wood construction, so can be noisy if they are guests on the floor above your unit. The bed was very uncomfortable and needs to be replaced.
Dawn S.
February 2025

As a first timer to not only the Big Island but also the state of Hawaii, we could not have asked for a better place to call our home base! The unit is exactly as described, very well equipped, spacious and located conveniently to roadways that provide access to different parts of the island! We were all so sad when it was time to go.
mike k.
February 2025

We took our two daughters and their significant others to Kona for a family vacation and could not have picked a better Condo for our visit. The ocean view location from the lanai was outstanding and the Condo itself was very well-appointed with all the necessary amenities. The three bedrooms with three bathrooms was perfect for six adults. Every day after "taking in the sights" around the Island it felt so comfortable returning to the Condo which had a homelike atmosphere. We wouldn't think twice about renting this Condo on our next trip to Kona. Thanks to Darrell for being a great host! Kim & Denise
Kenneth M.
February 2025

This is a wonderful 2 bedroom condo and was perfect for our stay. The check-in process was easy and communication was great. The home was very clean and well furnished. The overall property is very nice with 3 pools, hot tubs and tennis courts. This unit has incredible ocean front views and we enjoyed watching whale activity every day from the lanai. The sunsets were amazing! The property is close to a nice grocery store and there are several nearby restaurants. We will definitely look at renting this unit again.
Vance B.
February 2025

We loved the condo. The view was incredible. The condo was super clean and well setup. We hope to come back next year.
Wanda J.
February 2025

We finally found the perfect Kona location. We have been to the Big Island several times and have always been frustrated with our accommodations. This time it was perfect. The unit was spacious and had an awesome view of the ocean. It was also quiet with no street noise. We had a great time.
Chris L.
February 2025

This was our third stay in the unit at kanaloa Kona condos and we continue to love it. The beds are comfortable, the condo is spacious. It has everything we need for a vacation in paradise. I really appreciate the beautiful grounds and pools. Perfect for our family.
Caroline C.
February 2025

Beautiful property, grounds are fantastic! Suite is huge with 2 bathrooms- quite a lot of stuff so could use a bit of a declutter but still awesome!!
Alicia T.
February 2025

The condo is located in a gated community with lovely grounds and green grass. The oceanfront pool was my favorite place to be. The condo was very spacious and decorations were unique and creative. Even fresh flowers and chocolates for Valentines Day week. Beds were comfortable. The place was stocked with everything you might need while on vacation. You can hear the ocean while falling asleep at night. I hope we can stay again in this condo the next time we visit Hawaii!
Brad N.
February 2025

We decided to go to the Big Island to visit a cousin. This place was perfect for our stay. We loved our time on the lanai reading and relaxing with the sound of the ocean soothing our day. We enjoyed playing Pickleball almost every day, and used all three pools at some time during the week.It was a good base of operations to take snorkel and whale watching tours. The condo was clean and comfortable, and well stocked. Our only regret was that we didn't stay longer. Communication with the owner and management was excellent.You won't regret booking this for your right-on-the-ocean Hawaii vacation.
Mark P.
February 2025

Overall good, each room was spacious and had beautiful views. The bathrooms were nice and well stocked with towels and amenities. The kitchen was spacious but could use a really deep clean. We noticed and appreciate that they were trying to remedy the issues but we had a few instances of insects in the kitchen and bathroom that made the stay not 5 stars.
sara N.
February 2025

Enjoyed the property and the process
Kim J.
February 2025

This is my 2nd time stay at this lovely condo. My 2 friends and i were impressed with how spacious and nicely appointed the condo was and the enjoyed the beautiful pool overlooking the ocean bay. wimpressed with thr spaciousky
Fay w.
February 2025

Love the location, pools, walk to the ocean and a condo well equipped for cooking.
Elizabeth L.
February 2025

We had a great stay! The view was absolutely beautiful!
Jake N.
February 2025

Kanaloa is a community resort feeling along the ocean front with spectacular sunsets. The one bedroom condo is located near the adult quiet pool and hot tub. A 1/4 mile walk up the volcano to the Keahoe shopping center with a variety of retail shops, restaurants, grocery outlets along with movie complex. A great Saturday morning Farmers market.
Richard W.
February 2025

Really spacious place, lovely view of the ocean, the a/c works great and is in all the rooms. Lovely place to get away!
HEATHER H.
February 2025

Good location for us. Quiet. Tasteful decor. Well supplied with kitchen items, bath products, linens, etc. Appliances work well. Friendly and helpful property management staff. Excellent security. Nice pools. Good walking. Good covered parking. Lots of fans, plenty of cross breezes. TV audio was not good at all so we opted for the lovely ocean sounds.
Lyndall and Carl C.
February 2025

We've been to the Big Island several times. We've even stayed at this wonderful resort before. I have to say this was one of the nicest condo's we've stayed at. The condo was fully stocked, exceptionally clean and so comfortable. The walls have beautiful artwork throughout all the rooms. The view was amazing! The host Gina was so nice! Will highly recommend to friends and family.
Martha K.
February 2025

Excellent location, condo perfect
Deneen P.
February 2025

The property is located close to town. Sits right on the water so you can see the waves crashing. Highly recommended.
Steve G.
February 2025

Our family absolutely loved our stay! The location was perfect; quiet and away from the strip. The condo was as described and clean, everything needed for our stay. If we ever find ourselves back in Kona we would definitely stay here again!
Stephanie G.
January 2025

This condo was simply amazing. The location is excellent. The beds and furniture are very comfortable. All the appliances and furnishings you need. And the view from the lanai cannot be beat. Loved our stay.
Lori B.
January 2025

The property delivered on everything it promised! I would definitely recommend this property!!
Samantha C.
January 2025

Everything about this place is 5 stars :) very clean and comfy , great location to lots of stuff we had something to do every day . Quiet , beautiful neighborhood we went for a run every morning . We sat at ocean side pool for sunset a few nights and saw several whale every time . There’s a cute little coffee shop about a mile away we walked to every morning . Several great dining options to all very close . We will be back for sure .
Heather B.
January 2025

Beautiful views of ocean and the pool from the lenai! Condo is clean and well-stocked with towels, sheets, dishes. There is snorkel gear, boogie boards, and sand chairs in the lanai closet. The condo complex is well-maintained. My friend and I had a wonderful stay.
Jesse I.
January 2025

For the price, it wasn't worth it. 48 steps from street to ensuite is a bit much. Blinds broken, drapes won't close, wood work needs TLC. Kitchen counter needs changing.TV works, but is not as good as it should be.I would not recommend this unit to the older generation.
Jerry R.
January 2025

We’ve been coming to Hawaii for 16 years, every January, and this VRBO was our absolute favorite! The location, the cleanliness, very comfortable beds and fancy bathrooms,the kitchen and utensils, the beach chairs and umbrellas, the games, believe it or not, and the layout. Everyone at the complex was extremely professional and warm and the location, you can’t beat! It’s quiet it’s private and only a short drive to downtown Kona. We will definitely stay here again when we return to the big island.
Renee K.
January 2025

Spacious and quiet
Thomas O.
January 2025

Beautiful location, only 10-minute drive to shopping and restaurants, 3 pools for the kids, AC, wifi, and comfortably fit the 7 of us. It had everything we needed for the week. Also, note the stairs, it's built like a townhouse.
Jonnie B.
January 2025

This was our 2nd time staying here. Right on the ocean with a great view of the boats coming and going from Keahou Bay, this unit will make you feel relaxed like you are at home. Watching the boats at night for the Manta Ray outings is amazing as well. The unit is very well equipped with all the cooking and eating dishes needed. Bedding, towels, beach towels, beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards all included. The complex has a great pool, hot tub, table tennis, tennis & pickle ball courts. It also has a great BBQ cooking area. You are located just below Keahou shopping center which is just a short trip up the road for any last minute items.Definitely a GREAT place to stay.
STANLEY M.
January 2025

Comfortable, clean and in a quiet neighborhood
Danette G.
January 2025

What a great place this is. The location is so amazing. Sitting out on the Lanai each morning and watching the waves crashing on the shore and the little birds singing their songs is the only way to start each day. The inside is very nice and so well equipped with all the little things you need. Everything was very clean and looked after. The only thing I didn't notice in the description is just the one TV in the living room, but no matter it is such a great place and I will definitely be coming back!!

January 2025

We brought our adult children for a 10 day stay. Everything was wonderful! You will not find a better view. Everything was clean and well appointed. We had one tiny issue...reached out to owner and it was taken care of right away.The location was also perfect for us. I would not think twice about renting this condo again.
Carol K.
January 2025

This is my second visit to this condo and we will be back! Nice location. Lovely unit with all the necessities for a perfect vacation. Wonderful Lani. Great pools on property. Close to shopping and beaches.located very close to the night-time manta Ray snorkel which is an excursion you do not want to miss!
Jeanna K.
January 2025

Our family of 4 stayed here over the Christmas holiday and it was just perfect for us! Even with 1 bedroom the condo is spacious, and the kids slept on both the Murphy bed and the pull out sofa. We had everything we needed including and lots of thoughtful extras that made our visit great. Like a beach umbrella, beach chairs, laundry, binoculars (which we used to watch the boats while we sat on the lanai), a flashlight (to look for stuff we may have forgotten at the pool), games (that we thought we would play but didn't) etc. A different experience I think vs renting through a company. The condo community is wonderful. We used the pools and the shared gas grills and met lots of very friendly residents. The neighborhood was really wonderful and refreshingly less commercial than I was expecting, but still very convenient. There is a shopping plaza closeby that was larger than I realized with a grocery store, drug store, gas station etc etc. Melinda was a terrific and very responsive host. Hopefully I'll come back to Kona again someday and rent Melinda's place again. If her place is booked up, I'd try to find another condo in this complex :)
Soma B.
January 2025

The condo is much bigger than we thought, lots of space for our group of 5. Location is nice and quiet and close to lots of amenities. The place was very clean and we had no issues. Resortica is very buttoned up as a property manager would come back to this place any time.
Bill H.
January 2025

The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well equipped, and the lanai was a dream! We would definitely return.
Lisa T.
January 2025

I can’t rave enough about this place! Although it is only 1 bedroom, it is very spacious. Our family of 6 fit comfortably. The place was well stocked especially with towels, pillows, and bedding. It also had many extras like sand toys, goggles, tennis rackets, pickleball, beach chairs, boogie boards, ice chests etc. Gina seriously thought of everything! She was easy to communicate with and everything went smoothly. I would totally stay here again!
Seth J.
January 2025

We ended our 2 week trip in Hawaii here for the last 3 nights and it was so relaxing. We just got food at the local Market (KTA Superstore) and hunkered down to enjoy the waves, weather and pool. The bed is very comfortable and we will definitely stay again, but next time longer!
Scott T.
January 2025

We had a great family holiday! We have stayed in similar units in kanaloa before and this was by far the nicest. Thanks!!
arnold p.
January 2025

We had a wonderful holiday, breathtaking views from our second story balcony. The condo was well stocked, comfortable, in a good location, and had several swimming pools - we only used the Ocean pool. We would definitely stay here again.
Loretta T.
January 2025

Great location! Well maintained property and unit with nice amenities. Enjoyed the pools, views from the lanai, and close proximity to the manta rays. Would defiantly stay here again if visiting the big island
Dave S.
January 2025

Our Keauhou Bay Christmas vacation was awesome.The property is beautiful, with stunning views of the bay.We watched surfers and boogie boarders from the living room window and back deck. We even saw some whales!Thank you for sharing your island paradise with our family.

January 2025

This is a really good place, it's in a great location, right on the water, in a quiet complex away from anything busy, but still close to Kona and beaches. The property manager was awesome, friendly, helpful... The place was recently remodelled (partially) and though everything wasn't working from being off during the remodel, there was no issue getting everything up, running and settled and the property manager made everything go as smooth as possible.The one downside... This is a ground floor unit, meaning there is a unit above. When we first arrived, there was no one in the above unit. A few days later, it was very clear that someone moved in and anytime they were moving themselves or furniture we would know, particularly the first day when they must have been jet lagged (and we were sleeping). It wasn't that bad, just that we had a few silent days to know the difference. If this sort of thing doesn't bother you, I'd say this is the perfect place. Or... if you wanted to sleep on the balcony, the only thing you'd hear is the ocean.
Brian M.
January 2025

Absolutely beautiful!
Michele B.
January 2025

nice space to be comfortable, relax in day and night.enjoy breakfast, dinner to use equip and kitchen parts.can sleep with wave sounds, so nice.
貴志 長.
December 2024


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