The condo was great, very well equipped with everything we needed for a 5-day stay. Great sunset views from the lounges in front of the pool. Contractors were restoring the building while we were there so there was noise during the day but not much of an issue since we were gone most of the day.
Duane C.
June 2025
Recommended to stay from a friend. Best decision ever! Great location, views, easy to navigate around town! Very peaceful and clean! Will come again!
Chantal C.
May 2025
Very comfortable, great location, but a little outdated. Kitchen easy to cook and eat in.
Diane K.
May 2025
Needed to have a good cleaning by sliding door. Looked like a critter left some droppings behind. Floor fans need cleaning. Blew out dust so didn’t use. Housekeeper needs to do better. Liked the location and convenience of property amenities. Enjoyed watching the sunsets. We walked to one of the restaurants one evening down on Ali’i drive which was nice since it was only a mile away. Host was attentive and checked in on us. Liked the security of a gated community. Would stay there again.
Janette D.
May 2025
The place was in a great location, it was very clean. The bedding was great. They left us laundry detergent and dish detergent. There were beach towels, coolers, chairs (albeit somewhat broken). The property was well laid out, and everything worked. Under normal circumstances my only complaint would have been that it was HOT when we arrived, and it took 2 days of both acs of full blast (which was loud) to cool down. The upstairs loft part really didnt get below 79.2 hours before we arrived we wereinformedd that the 'possible' spalling work listed as an asterisk was in fact occuring on our balcony. Which meant 1/4 was roped off and we couldnt use it. And 2 of the mornings there were workers actively chiseling. So no morning coffees on the balcony for us. Plus there was construction dust and equipment so even when we were alone it was not comfortable to be on the balcony. This was an extreme dissappintment as the view and the balcony were a huge reason we chose this place.So overall, its probably a great place to stay most of the time. It just so happened the 'possible spalling' since april of 2024 meant my 5 days in May of 2025 had active concrete sanding, tiling, construction dust and a closed section of our balcony. I was hugely disappointed.
h c.
May 2025
First time trip to Hawaii and we were very pleased with our booking. Easy parking, kitchen fully stocked, relaxing lanai with a gorgeous view, tons of beach equipment (chairs, cooler, towels, boogie boards,..), walking distances to beaches and shopping/dining places. Fans worked great, kept the place nice and cool!
Annika S.
May 2025
This condo is beautiful, inside and out. There is a pool, hot tub, ping pong, workout room and ocean view. Has all the amenities of home.
Michelle B.
May 2025
Having grown up here, the fact that The Kona Makai is still the Kona Makai I remember, made this trip that much better.Kona has grown up, but Kona Makai
Brandy D.
May 2025
Thank you Jon and Suzanne! Both you, as hosts, and your property are 5-star all the way. The location, amenities, communication with us, and attention to detail are everything we hope for when we dream of vacation time in Hawaii. Mahalo!
Darrell K.
May 2025
This property is well maintained, pool was cold this time couldn’t enjoy it. The ocean view from the pool is beautiful. Regarding the cold pool you have to use a key to get in and out of the pool area and also for the pool bathroomss. If you have a small bladder it may be a problem getting out of one are and into the next.
sally S.
May 2025
The room was great! Kitchen was well stocked and there were lots of supplies available for the beach! It was walking distance to a market and beach and sunsets watchable from next to the pool area. If you have young kids, just be aware that they do not like splashing, jumping or "excited play" in the pool area. There are a lot of full time residents there that don't like it Besides that, it was amazing!
Rhonda H.
May 2025
The view from the lanai is truly gorgeous!! And the lush landscaping made it feel private even though it's surrounded by other condos. The pool, hot tub, and ping pong table down by the water were great. Our host was friendly and quick to respond to all our questions. Convenient location. We will gladly stay here again if/when we come back to the Big Island!
Laura G.
May 2025
The condo complex and pool was nice, right on the shoreline for great sunsets. Condo was clean with all the amenities expexted. Clean and comfortable, no complaints other than would prefer a keyless entry rather than having the lock box when you have your hands full.
T B.
May 2025
We had a great stay. The property was big and nicely located. The facilities were great and our family loved the property. Any concerns were answered in a very timely manner.
Jason D.
May 2025
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:
Amazing location in a beautiful condo that was well stocked with everything you needed plus beach items. Management was easy to communicate with over text and I was able to organize an early check in. Will be recommending to friends and using again when in Kona.
A guest from Buena Park, CA
May 2025
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The property was great for our group (5 adults). The condo was as advertised, clean and well stocked with basics spices and beach amenities like chairs and mats. The balconies are large and had ocean views. There was a great pool/BBQ/lounge/hittub/ping pong area for hanging out, as well as access to the shoreline (note there’s not sand beach here or within walkable distance). The only caution is the loft - the stairs were steeper than we expected and not accessible for some of our group (ie. to steep for easily carrying up luggage or for someone that need to go down starts to the washrooms in the night for example). It worked for us just fine but we definitely had to be aware when going up and down.I gave the location 4 stars only because most things were more than walking distance away so it meant always taking the car out and limiting options if our group didn’t want to go out together or if we all wanted to have a few drinks together.The communication, cleanliness and overall property were great! The island is beautiful!
Danna
April 2025
Clean, comfortable, ocean breezes keep the unit cool. Ocean view from lanai is spectacular. Over the years, we have stayed in various units at Kona Makai. All have been very nice, but this one is a gem at a very reasonable price. It is our favorite.
Rich H.
April 2025
Property seemed a little restrictive but I understand gated communities so it wasn’t bad for a gated community. Had everything we needed and it had an amazing view.
Colleen C.
April 2025
What a lovely property! Great communication before and during our stay. They offered us a late check out without our asking and responded to questions. Even responded with a thank you when I asked to leave remaining groceries for cleaning staff. I will definitely recommend to friends!
Jana M.
April 2025
The property is well kept. We loved seeing all the birds, geckos and plants from our lanai. The beds were great and we were thankful for the two AC units. Kitchen had everything we needed.
Marjolein D.
April 2025
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 and in a nice location. Appropriately priced and has a good kitchen setup.
A guest from ALAMEDA, CA
April 2025
Beautiful way to start the morning with coffee and an incredible view from the wrap around lanai. Property management went above and beyond with any questions or needs. The condo grounds were beautiful. Having washer & dryer was a bonus. New cushions on lanai furniture would be appreciated.
Jennifer J.
April 2025
Three of us stayed for 5 days and we really enjoyed ourselves. The location was really convenient and it was so close to the ocean! We ate quite a few meals on the lanai and enjoyed the quiet and the view!
Darcy P.
April 2025
A very nice place, everything was perfect
Sean S.
April 2025
Very happy overall with the rental. All went well.
Douglas M.
April 2025
We were very pleased with our stay at this property. Amenities were great and location was perfect.
Pamela R.
April 2025
Comfortable unit with fantastic location and view. I will definitely stay here again!
John P.
April 2025
Very nice place. Grounds and pool well taken care of. Excellent view from lanai, love hearing waves crashing on lava rocks. Very clean with ample kitchen appliances, lenins, snorkeling stuff. Didnt see that they had boogie boards tell last day because they were hiding under bed. Probably should have been on info, who looks under a bed? Only 2 extra kitchen bags, not sure why, had to buy a box of 30 bags. Bed Probably should be taken out and shot, very used. But we slept well. Everything else was Primo.
Jordan C.
April 2025
Clean property, nice view from balcony, the hot tub and pool are amazing!
Anton S.
April 2025
It is always wonderful!
Joan J.
April 2025
Perfect place for our family of four. We will be back.
Paul H.
April 2025
This comfortable, conveniently located condo is your ideal place to stay when in Kona. It had everything you needed to make your own meals if you wished. It’s really close to Kona if you wanted to go out. The pool was a perfect size with lots of lounge chairs. The unit had plenty of air flow to keep cool and a brand new A/C unit was replaced in the bedroom. We really appreciated the quick action from owner Janet to get that done as soon as we alerted her that it wasn't working. Great communication for checking in and to address any concerns we had. We will definitely be returning!
Sherry H.
April 2025
The property was stunning. We enjoyed staying 10 nights. Highly recommend and hope to return soon! Mahalo
Dawn L.
April 2025
Great location walking distance to shops and restaurants. Very clean property. Views are great. Can't wait to come back.
Jerry F.
April 2025
Comfortable stay with convenience to shopping golf and beaches. Nice restaurants within a couple miles.
Charles M.
April 2025
The location and grounds were great and it was an excellent vacation.
Dermot
April 2025
Ideal for a couple
Steven R.
April 2025
There were many things to enjoy about staying here. Going to sleep and waking to the sound of the surf, eating meals on the lanai watching the ocean, enjoying the beautiful views, the warm island breeze - all of these combined to make this the perfect place for our week in Kona. Plus the location was perfect for exploring the west side of the Big Island.
Michele R.
April 2025
Nice quiet spot near the water and close enough to shops and food that it is not a big deal to travel. Loved the Lanais and breeze. Great spot!
Becky J.
April 2025
This location was perfect for us, just a short five minute drive north to shopping and restaurants and a few minutes away from great snorkeling spots. Super easy check in facility had washer and dryer which was convenient and the balcony views of the ocean and landscaping were great. We would definitely stay here again!
Abbie B.
April 2025
The condo is in a great location for exploring both north and south. Clean, fully stocked kitchen, nice pool area with bbq grills by the ocean. We were able to watch whales and dolphins from the lawn chairs. There was a bunch of beach gear, but wouldn’t count on the snorkeling equipment (guests had obviously not taken care of it). There were a bunch of tennis rackets and balls too. The complex is very quiet. We had a great stay!
Megan G.
March 2025
This place is fantastic. A beautiful, spacious condo with a lanai that gazes directly on the ocean. We watched the sunset from the condo, and then walked down to the water's edge for the last glimpses.the condo itself has a full kitchen, bathroom, and a huge bed in the main bedroom. It's a wonderful spot that feels secluded, but it a short drive from anywhere in Konawould stay again
Robert S.
March 2025
My family and I including my 4 month old grandson had a great time at the condo. We saw pods of wales and dolphins from the lanai. The location was close to town and there was plenty of parking for our two cars. The only reason I gave it 4 starts instead of 5 is the coffee pot, it had the wrong carafe for the machine which made coffee collect in the filter causing the coffee to overflow, other than that we all had a great time!
Theresa F.
March 2025
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:
Peaceful
Ed and Celia G.
March 2025
We loved being close to town and some great beaches. We walked to Green Flash for coffee and smoothies every morning. Magic sands beach was our favorite beach on the whole island, and it was just down the road. The property had everything we needed. Only one complaint—we were disappointed that the pool wasn’t very kid-friendly. There was a long list of rules including no horseplay or games like Marco Polo. The pool is way too small for laps so I’m not sure what anyone would do in it if not play.
Michal S.
March 2025
The atmosphere and the view from the Lanai are the best. Very happy with the overall value.
Bernard L.
March 2025
We had a terrific stay at this condo. The location is great and provides easy access to Kailua-Kona and nearby beaches and attractions. This particular unit is located adjacent to the parking lot rather than the ocean, but we found this convenient for loading in and loading out since we used it primarily as a home base for day trips and activities. The condo was spacious enough to accommodate our group of 6 adults and had everything we needed, including a fully equipped kitchen and two full bathrooms. The bedrooms are large with plenty of closet space. The pool and hot tub area are nice, and the property opens up to a rocky shoreline where you can watch the waves and enjoy a peaceful sunset. The unit provides some beach chairs, towels and boogie boards, which was convenient. We enjoyed our time here and would stay again in a future visit to the island.
Mark A.
March 2025
The location is great for walking into town and a few smaller beaches. Great view of sunset here. Quiet and beautiful location.
Anne M.
March 2025
Property was as advertised. Great view!
Lee D.
March 2025
Great location. Well provisioned. Clean. Loft worked great.
John S.
March 2025