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Keauhou Akahi

Keauhou Akahi is a small, quiet four-building complex above Keauhou Bay, where guests spend mornings and sunsets on the lanai looking across the Kona Country Club fairways toward the ocean. It suits couples and small families who are comfortable with fans and open windows instead of AC.

What guests say

1 in 10 reviews mention golf

Guests love

  • Fairway-to-ocean lanai views. Lanais look over the 9th hole of the golf course to the water, and guests linger there for coffee, golfer-watching, whales and sunsets.
  • A small, quiet complex. With only four buildings, guests describe a calm, private feel away from the bustle of Kona town but a short drive from it.
  • Lush grounds and birdsong. Well-kept gardens with plumeria and native plants, plus near-constant birdsong, come up again and again, along with a small but very clean pool.
  • Walk down to Keauhou Bay. Guests walk to the bay for snorkeling, boat tours and manta ray night trips, and to the farmers market down the road.

Worth knowing

  • Fans, not AC, in most units. Most units rely on ceiling fans and louvered windows; many find the breeze enough, but some slept poorly or found afternoons warm, especially up top.
  • Early mowers and road noise. With windows open, a few guests heard golf course mowing at dawn and traffic from nearby Alii Drive; light sleepers may want earplugs.
  • Stairs and no elevator. Upper-floor units mean several flights of outdoor stairs with luggage and groceries; guests say the view is worth it, but plan for it.
  • Second bedroom is semi-open. In several units the second sleeping area is part of the living space behind louvered shutters, blinds or a folding wall, so it is not very private or quiet.
Choosing a unit: Guests say top-floor units, especially in the building set furthest back, get the widest views over the fairways to the ocean, at the cost of three flights of stairs and warmer afternoons. Ground-floor units avoid the stairs, though one guest found the garden blocked the ocean view.

This review summary is AI-assisted, drawn from 190 recent guest reviews (Nov 2022 to Aug 2026) of the rentals we list. Units are individually owned, so details vary. Read the latest reviews

At a glance

Unit types
1 and 2 bedrooms, sleeping 4 to 5
Air conditioning
2 of the 10 rentals we list
Pool
Yes
Ocean views
2 of the 10 rentals we list. We check every view claim.
Nearest beach
Kahaluu Beach Park, 1.5 mi
Airport
15 to 30 minutes from Kona Airport (KOA)
Size
About 3.2 acres, 48 units
Address
78-7030 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Map of Keauhou Akahi and the nearest beaches Open in Google Maps
  1. 1Kahaluu Beach ParkBeach · 1.5 mi
  2. 2White Sands Beach ParkBeach · 2.6 mi
  3. 3Kealakekua BayAttraction · 6.3 mi
  4. 4Old Kona Airport Beach ParkBeach · 6.9 mi
  5. 5Honaunau BayAttraction · 9.9 mi

Straight-line distances from the building.

Rentals at Keauhou Akahi

Our top-rated rentals here, from the 10 we list.

Kahaluu-Keauhou Ocean View Golf Course CondoOcean viewKahaluu-Keauhou Ocean View Golf Course Condo2 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4$300 avg/night 5.0 (98)Keauhou Akahi 206Ocean viewKeauhou Akahi 2061 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4$328 avg/night 4.8 (128)Keauhou Akahi 201Keauhou Akahi 2012 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4$258 avg/night 4.8 (98)Keauhou AkahiKeauhou Akahi1 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4$259 avg/night 4.7 (69)Keauhou Akahi 210Keauhou Akahi 2101 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4$255 avg/night 4.7 (48)Keauhou Akahi 311Keauhou Akahi 3111 bd · 2 ba · sleeps 4$416 avg/night 4.7 (32)

See all 10 rentals and check dates

Nightly prices by bedroom

BedroomsRentalsAverage per nightRange
17$300$184 to $416
23$308$258 to $366

The typical nightly price of each rental we list, with Hawaii's 18% tax and the cleaning and booking fees included, as of November 2026. Holiday dates cost more.

Recent guest reviews

Keauhou Akahi A408
★★★★★ August 2026

The condo is in a convenient location with easy access to shops and restaurants. However, it was not a comfortable fit for our family, and we ultimately checked out early.Families traveling with young children should be aware that there is no air conditioning (it's listed in the description, but it's hard to imagine how it feels until you get into the condo), so the windows need to remain open for ventilation. During our stay, geckos, ants, and other bugs came inside, which made us uncomfortable with small children.The second “bedroom” is also not fully enclosed, but a section of the living room separated by a partition and combined with the open windows, outside noise and light made sleeping difficult. This property may work for guests who are comfortable with open-air island living, but families needing air conditioning, a quiet sleeping environment, or a true second bedroom should consider these factors.

remya n.
Keauhou Akahi 210
★★★★★ July 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 KA210 unit was a little taste of heaven, offering an AMAZING view, great access, & easy living. It is up a few flights of stairs, so be prepared... but also note that is why you have the most amazing view of the beach and the gorgeous sunset. The place was clean, well maintained, had AIR CONDITIONING, and everything worked well. Pool access is right across the way, and we fell in love. The only note is that the place does not allow you to leave food behind. Food in Kona is expensive! It would be nice to be allowed to leave food behind for others instead of throwing it out. Of course hosts do not want to be held liable for food quality and safety, but dry goods, oils, and non-perishable foods would make it easier upon the next guests. Overall, this was an amazing opportunity to stay in a 5-star place and we are grateful to our hosts and the surrounding community.

McGee F.
Keauhou Akahi 206
★★★★★ July 2026

Beautiful view, even better than the pictures. Nice, quiet community, with a relaxing pool. We had everything needed for our stay, and we really enjoyed the two bathrooms and full kitchen. We spent many relaxing mornings and evenings on the lanai.

Sandy D.
Kahaluu-Keauhou Ocean View Golf Course Condo
★★★★★ July 2026

We had a beautiful, peaceful stay in this condo. It is exceptionally organized, decorated and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked, and there were beach items to use. The view from the condo is exceptional too. All in all the condo and view are better than what I saw described on VRBO. We have traveled to Hawaii 2-3 times a year for several years. There are two basic stays that we've experienced: air conditioning, and what I call island living. The island living is relying on trade winds and fans, for the most part. In this condo we did that in the living/kitchen area, and utilized the air conditioning unit in the bedroom at night. Two more things - the lanai and small yard are secluded and beautiful. There is a view of the golf course without being right next to it. The location is away from busy areas, but within reasonable driving distance of Kona and all the services there.

Carolyn T.
Keauhou Akahi 201
★★★★★ July 2026

Good value, clean, well equipped. Centrally located for snorkeling both north and south on the west coast.

Michael H.
Keauhou Akahi 206
★★★★★ June 2026

Wonderful, beautiful, clean!! Excellent directions and amenities!! We were first time Hawai’i goers- didn’t realize no AC, so we had trouble sleeping. Other than that, amazing.

Savannah
Keauhou Akahi A408
★★★★★ June 2026

We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the sunset out on the lanai with the birds and the geckos.

Ann B.
Keauhou Akahi 206
★★★★★ May 2026

I was originally concerned about the lack of a/c. However with use of floor fans, we were very comfortable.

Constance W.
Keauhou Akahi 311
★★★★★ May 2026

The property is decorated really nice and was very comfortable. The only problem we had was the noise, they start mowing at 4:30 in the morning on the golf course.

Thomas C.
Keauhou Akahi 206
★★★★★ April 2026

Comfy beds and a great lanai. Fun watching the golfers and farmers market downhill was a blast

Mark L.

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