Kona Isle, Big Island

Kona Isle is a tranquil, oceanfront condo resort in Hawaii that reflects the style of classic Hawaii with well-maintained grounds and modern conveniences. The 74-unit complex offers a heated pool, barbecue area with picnic tables, and a sandy beach area where guests can relax in lounge chairs or enjoy the shade while watching dolphins, whales, and turtles. The resort is located 1.5 miles from Kailua-Kona's restaurants, shops, and nightlife, and is close to picturesque Kailua Village, beaches, and snorkeling spots. On-site amenities include a library with free Wi-Fi, a saltwater pool adjacent to the property, and a man-made beach with lounge chairs and barbecue grills. Kona Isle is a non-smoking property and requires a minimum stay of 5 nights.

    Kona Isle Quick Facts:


  • Address: 75-6100 Ali‘i Dr,Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Property Size: ~2.6 acres (75 units)
  • Reviews: 4.78 / 5.0 (from 1161 reviews)
  • Average Price: $237/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kona Isle Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Kona Isle

Kona Isle Average Rates


As of May 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kona Isle is $237. These averages include 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 usually higher). Visit the Kona Isle Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 873 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

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.

Most guests love the overall feel of Kona Isle: a small, quiet, oceanfront condo complex on Ali‘i Drive with beautifully maintained grounds, a spotless pool, and a sandy lounge/BBQ area right at the water’s edge for nightly sunset-watching. The location hits a sweet spot—close to downtown Kailua-Kona, beaches, markets, and restaurants, yet far enough to feel peaceful. Many highlight falling asleep to the sound of waves, breakfast and happy hour on the lanai, and frequent sightings of whales and dolphins in season. Hosts and managers are consistently described as friendly and responsive, and many units are very clean, thoughtfully stocked, and set up with beach gear, coolers, and well-equipped kitchens. A notable number of reviewers are repeat visitors.

Expect an older, well-kept property where individual units vary by owner. Many condos feel updated and stylish; others are simpler, but generally comfortable. Several units have air-conditioning (sometimes in both living room and bedroom, sometimes just the living area), while others rely on ocean breezes and fans; quiet hours are observed and the vibe is relaxed—great for couples and small families. Practical perks include assigned parking, easy self check-in, and a strong sense of community around the grills and sunset “beach” area. Do note there’s no elevator, so upper floors mean stairs; ground-floor units offer easiest access to the pool and oceanfront lawn.

Common caveats are consistent with Hawaii condo stays: there’s no swimmable beach on-site (the shoreline is rocky), and the public saltwater pool next door can be fun when surf refreshes it but may be murky at times. Air-conditioning coverage varies by unit and some bedrooms can run warm; louvered windows let in sound and light; and occasional ants or small pests pop up in a few units. A handful of reviews mention dated décor, noisy or older appliances, limited starter supplies, or minor maintenance hiccups—and third-floor walk-ups can be a consideration for mobility. Overall, though, the recurring theme is a peaceful, well-located oceanfront base with gorgeous sunsets and a friendly, low-key atmosphere.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 873 reviews

Recent Kona Isle Reviews


From the time we booked everything went perfectly. The condo was fully equipped, and very clean. The location is great and the pool was always clean the beach and bbq area is a great place to end your day with a beautiful sunset and to meet many new friends. You can tell the owners take great pride in sharing their home away from home with their guests. We would definitely stay there again. Thank you Deborah & Dean Canada
Deborah B.
January 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: We had a great time, this single level end unit was very pleasant, great views, very responsive Property Management Company. Place was very CLEAN and have everything we need from the separate one bedroom, complete kitchen needs, washer and dryer and 3 minutes walk to the private beach, highly recommended!!!
DIVINA B.
January 2026

Great location, sitting on lanai every morning for coffee watching the ocean and hearing the waves, outside area kept very clean. Very helpful to have cooler, chairs, umbrella. Unit very updated. Great communication with our hosts.
Kerry F.
January 2026

Excellent stay in Kona Isle B28, Brad and Jennifer’s condo. We would definitely stay here again we highly recommend for a stay in Kona.
Eric
January 2026

This was our second time to this property. We had an excellent stay. Great location. Perfect spot for two people. Close to downtown Kona and great views.
Kevin P.
January 2026

Our stay was perfect from the start. Check in was easy and seamless. Condo was very clean and well stocked. Area was quiet and convenient. We loved sitting on the lanai enjoying the ocean. This will defiantly be a "go to" VRBO on the Big Island.
Charlotte F.
December 2025

Great place in Kona. Parking was easy, unit was well stocked and clean, no complaints at all.
Abigail N.
December 2025

We had an amazing direct ocean view and fell asleep and woke up to the soothing sound of the waves every day! The property was older, but well-maintained, quiet, and in great shape. Our unit was cozy with beautiful decor. We loved having our morning coffee while watching the surfers and catching the stunning sunsets from the lanai.It was so convenient to have a full kitchen and laundry right in our unit. The only small thing we wished for was a bigger fry pan, but honestly, we had everything else we needed. When the dishwasher stopped working, we called the property manager, and someone came out within the hour to fix it. The living room had AC, but the bedroom didn’t. The ceiling fan in the bedroom was a bit slow, but we found extra fans in the closet that kept the room cool enough. The coral sand beach on the property was the perfect spot to relax with umbrellas and lounge chairs. The pool was a great spot too and kept very clean, daily. Although we didn’t use the grills, we saw several people grilling nearby. The public saltwater pool next to the property, by the beach, looked a little sketchy, but it was a great spot to have a morning swim, protected from the rocks. You could snorkel with the fish there too. (snorkels in our unit)We were just a short walk away from the Ali'i Garden Markets, where we picked up fresh fruit, veggies, and the best banana bread. There was also a small market and coffee shop in walking distance. We definitely will rent this spot again!
JamieLou D.
December 2025

Great location close to beaches and Kona town.
Jerry R.
December 2025

Exceptional
Robert M.
December 2025

Great. location. Easy parking . All utilities and appliances if cooking in very clean
Barbara H.
December 2025

I Loved my stay here at this condo!!! Excellent location! From shopping & all outdoor activities!! Beautiful property on the ocean! The Salt water pool is a plus! The sunsets are amazing from the property.Has everything you need to cook ,grill and just feel right at home!!
Melanie L.
December 2025

This is my Kona home away from home. Thanks again for a wonderful stay and I’ll be back!
Grace B.
December 2025

My adult kids stayed here while I stayed in another unit. Here are their notes:Yvonne and James:Thank you so much for providing such a lovely space for our stay; the accommodations were beautiful, comfortable, and functional! We also very much appreciate the treats of chocolate and coffee, truly the perfect welcome! Below I have listed a couple of issues we noticed during our stay.The dryer does not appear to be working, the drum turns and timers work, but the heat element seems to be in need of repairThe right closet door comes off the track quite easily, it seems the track lock piece is not attached to the top postThe upper small floating shelf in the bathroom is tilted forward, and seems a bit detached from the wall backingThe bug spray in the closet was empty when we went to use it.There is only one business card left.One of the knives in the knife block was missing. A drawer on the left side of the dresser is missing the pull ring and seems to be broken.The first aid kit was empty, with only a bandaid or two.They loved the decor and the AC in the bedroom.
Grace B.
December 2025

Great location and well appointed unit. While repairs are being done to Unit C stair towers, they are desperately needed for Unit E stair towers also. Metal brackets anchoring posts as well as framing angles that support beams are extremely corroded.
Elmer O.
December 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this condo! It was very relaxing and everything you could possibly need for your stay was in the condo. Thank you Audri for providing this slicw of paradise for our visit!
Virginia C.
November 2025

Everything was as promised-the condo was beautiful. The pool was so clean, it was quiet and peaceful. The sunsets from the beach were amazing! Back to the condo-any amenity you would need, especially coming from a long distance. Directions were easy to follow. Highly recommend staying at Kona Isle!
Lara B.
November 2025

Christine was great, responsive. Loved the oceanfront view! The condo is very comfortable, simple but tastefully decorated. The bed was great! And it had all the beach gear we needed. Would stay here again.
Kathy T.
November 2025

Great location, had all amenities, great stay!
Hailey A.
November 2025

Good communication. Unit is managed by a realty company. Easy check in and out. Quick maintenance of a minor plumbing issue.
Jill V.
November 2025

Enjoyed our stay! Spent a lot of time on the Lanai relaxing.
John B.
November 2025

Absolutely perfect! The condo was ideal and the host was great to work with! We will be back! Thank you!!!
Heather R.
November 2025

Great apartment. Great location. Beautiful view. We loved our week here.
Aron
October 2025

The space was clean, welcoming and cozy. We enjoyed the friendly community of the building and the staff were helpful and responsive. The pool was perfect and there was hardly anyone in the pool so we pretty much had it to ourselves. The coastline on the property was the perfect spot to listen to the waves while watching the sunset at the end of the day.
Mitchell P.
October 2025

Lovely place. Well stocked as to appliances and kitchen utensil needs. Easy pool and coastal access.
Gayle B.
October 2025

First of all, we really enjoyed the clean, comfy condo! The view from the balcony was so nice. Secondly, the grounds and the pool were immaculate! And the public saltwater pool right next door was really cool. Third, we were really happy with the available beach equipment, which included a pop-up, chairs, beach towels and masks/snorkels. Overall, we had a really nice time and we appreciated all the attention to details for a great stay!
Dan
October 2025

The view couldn't be better. The condo was very comfortable, well outfitted for our needs. No AC, but we knew that going in. Lots of fans helped. No elevator, that detail I missed when booking, made it a challenge for us 65, but once inside the view made the climb worth it!

October 2025

Lots of leisure items in the closets like beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkling items, etc
John S.
October 2025

Great Condo with everything you need in it! Clean, practical, nice! We loved it!
Andreas S.
October 2025

Very nice suite ,enjoyed our stay. Excellent communication with the owner. Great view from balcony. Spent many hours on the beachy area which was raked daily.GREAT STAY RECOMMEND IT HIGHLY.Pool and grounds are spotless. A bit disappointed that there was no bottle/ can recycling available in the complex , especially In HAWAII.
Colin S.
October 2025

We had everything we needed and loved where it was located.
Monique C.
October 2025

In general the stay was very nice. The shower was a bit low flow for our tastes, and someone had tried to fix a slat on the blinds before we stayed there, and it fell apart on us. But the condo was nicely appointed, and had beach stuff to use. We bought and left a clip for the mask and snorkel since it was missing. It is a very nice location.
Seth B.
October 2025

The view was amazing from the lanai. Would definitely stay here again.
Erik K.
October 2025

If you are planning to stay at the condo most of the time, this is a good condo, because you can leave the AC on in the afternoon. If you leave during the day, he asks you to turn off the living room window AC unit. When we returned back to the condo at 7:30pm and turned on the AC, the condo was so hot, it couldn't cool the condo down. We ran it all night long and never pulled back the blankets or sheets the whole week we were there, because it was so hot. We would have enjoyed our stay so much more, if the temperature at bedtime would have been 15 degrees cooler.The condo grounds are lovely. We used the BBQs by the ocean and had dinner on the picnic tables watching the waves. The kitchen had everything we needed for the week. It was really nice having an assigned parking place.
Liz G.
September 2025

This unit E31 is excellent, clean, with all that one would need. Fantastic view, pool, beach area.
Vincent C.
September 2025

The view shown in the photos is a side-long as opposed to direct view from the lanai, but there is an unobstructed ocean view. This condo is very well-stocked with necessities and more, including games, playing cards, beach chairs, a small cooler and umbrella, as well as toiletry items. We had a small issue at check-in but it was quickly fixed with a phone call to the owner. The property is lovely and well-maintained with a very nice pool and common area with picnic tables and lounging chairs for oceanside relaxation, plus gas grills. Parking is convenient. It is in a great location, removed from the more-touristy area but close enough to get to a luau or to shop as desired. The king bed is very comfortable, and the kitchen has everything you need for vacation cooking. The A/C is located only in the main living area, but strategic use of a fan cools down the bedroom fast. Overall this is an exceptional place to stay in Kailua-Kona for a couple or couple 1 child, 10/10 rating!
Elisa B.
September 2025

This condo was great with an amazing view of the ocean. Possibly the best condo in this place. The only downside is that I did not realize it had no ac, but otherwise was fully equipped. Not too bad of a downside because of the cross-breezes and ceiling fans.
Donna Z.
September 2025

Brilliant facilities, everything you need from a holiday let - comfortable bed, great kitchen equipment, all the beach gear and Kona Isle is secure, safe and well maintained.
Ro T.
September 2025

Wonderful property and great hosts! Well equipped unit, so comfortable, great bed, no issues at all. The chairs and tables, along with the community grills, invite people to great each other and engage. Also very central to great Kona activities. We loved it!
Karen U.
September 2025

We love this property! This is our 3rd time staying at Kona Isle. It’s very well maintained and quiet. The location is ideal and right on the ocean with beautiful sunsets.
Bill J.
September 2025

Everything was fantastic and met all our expectations! Thank you Maryanne for letting us stay in your home & answering all our questions
April G.
September 2025

my onEverything was perfect! From sunset views, to the moon shining in at night! My wife cried because she had to leave. Perfect spot away from the crowds but not so far away it required a long drive to go out. Would recommend and definitely stay again!
Edward v.
September 2025

Wonderfull view!
Michael F.
September 2025

I loved staying here. It's clean, quiet, excellent location, easy self check-in & parking, quiet and efficient air conditioning, and you can hear the ocean from the bed. You can see the ocean from the little window in the shower. What's not to love? I want to stay here again.
Brian N.
August 2025

We loved our stay at this condo! Super clean, well-appointed, and in a perfect location. The sunsets every evening were absolutely stunning, and the condo was so comfortable it felt like home. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Jill O.
August 2025

This was the PERFECT place to stay. Clean, responsive host, had all the supplies you could possibly need and more. Price and location were beyond amazing. Will be coming back!
McCall H.
August 2025

Very convenient and comfortable. Loved the views, sunsets, and sound of the waves all night!
Anne R.
August 2025

Our second stay at this lovely condo. Nice location and very comfortable. Ground floor is nice for coming and going and was awesome for us as we barbecued every night. Really enjoyed the new smart tv for nightime entertainment with our streaming services. We will be back.
Kurt O.
August 2025

Amazing location, beautiful view of ocean and so relaxing.
Annette E.
August 2025

This property was the perfect place for our Hawaiian getaway. The location is superb. It’s close to town and within walking distance of many amenities like coffee shops, markets, restaurants, and shopping. The complex is oceanfront with a pool and private beach area. A great place to relax and enjoy the amenities. The condo was clean and well appointed. The owners were communicative and check in was a breeze. This is a property we would definitely return to.
Tara B.
August 2025


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