Kona Reef, Big Island

Kona Reef is an oceanfront condo resort in Hawaii, offering a local-style ambiance and a convenient in-town location within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, bars, and entertainment. The resort features an oceanfront saltwater pool, jacuzzi, BBQ grills, outdoor dining pavilion, and a well-maintained tropical common area with security patrols. Guests can enjoy the public beach right next door for swimming, snorkeling, and surfing, as well as the nearby Honl's Beach, one of the best white sandy beaches on the Kona Coast.

The resort provides ample parking options, including a rooftop parking area, street-level outdoor parking, and two underground levels of a covered parking garage. Kona Reef is not only close to Kona Town's attractions but also just one mile from the Ironman pier and two miles from the best snorkeling in Kona. With its oceanfront amenities, convenient location, and proximity to various activities, Kona Reef is an ideal destination for vacationers seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Hawaii.

    Kona Reef Quick Facts:


  • Address: 75-5888 Ali‘i Dr,Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Property Size: ~3.1 acres (130 units)
  • Reviews: 4.77 / 5.0 (from 3834 reviews)
  • Average Price: $382/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kona Reef Vacation Rentals

Kona Reef Average Rates


As of December 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kona Reef is $382. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $594. 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 Reef Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 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.

Travelers rave about Kona Reef’s oceanfront setting and walk-to-everything location. Most describe spending sunrise to sunset on the lanai watching surfers, boogie boarders, outriggers, dolphins and seasonal whales, with the sound of waves as a constant backdrop and postcard sunsets each night. The pool, hot tub and BBQs sit right by the water, there’s a grassy oceanfront lawn with loungers, and Honl’s Beach next door adds a lively, local vibe. Being a short stroll from Kailua-Kona’s restaurants, shops, and the pier is a major plus and makes this a convenient home base for exploring the Big Island.

Units are individually owned, but many guests find them clean, comfortable and impressively well stocked—full kitchens, in‑unit washer/dryers, beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel sets), and thoughtful extras. Quite a few condos have been nicely remodeled, beds are often noted as comfy, and hosts are frequently praised for fast, friendly communication. Parking is included and generally easy, though spaces can be tight or fill late. Overall, repeat stays and “would book again” comments are common.

Themes to know: this is an older, well-kept complex with variability between units. Some condos are modern; others feel dated or need a deeper clean, and occasional maintenance hiccups (sticky sliders, appliance issues) crop up but are usually addressed quickly. Air conditioning differs by unit—some have split AC in living room and bedroom, others only in the living room, and a few rely on ocean breezes and fans—so confirm if cooling is important, especially in warmer months. Honl’s Beach is small and often rocky (great for surfing and people-watching, less for casual swimming), and a handful of reviewers noted road noise or the presence of unhoused individuals near the adjacent park, typically not disruptive. If you pick an updated, oceanfront unit that matches your AC and location preferences, Kona Reef delivers the classic Kona experience: easy days by the water, spectacular sunsets, and effortless access to town.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Kona Reef Reviews


Cute Okd School Hawaiian themed unit. This unit is ocean front and right next to pool and spa. Great location, walking distance from shops and restaurants. Unit very clean and great communication from unit contact.
James H.
August 2025

Communication with the owners was helpful and quick. Cannot beat the location. 30 second walk to pool, parking, and ocean front. Restaurants and shopping within walking distance. Awesome view from the deck which is about 50 feet from waters edge. Well supplied condo was great for our 1 week stay. Wish we could have stayed longer. Site description is very accurate, but note there is not AC. Bathrooms, kitchen, flooring, and appliances seem somewhat new. It’s a small and quiet complex that is very well maintained.
Jim E.
August 2025

Was great and so were the owners!
Sabrina B.
August 2025

Love the location and house. Very nicely appointed house with a great Bamboo theme. Loved it.
Scot R.
August 2025

The view from this condo is stunning! We loved sitting on the lanai and watching the sunset, the surfers, and the waves. The view extends into the living room and the kitchen. The kitchen has everything needed to prep some meals at the condo and the view from the kitchen was better than at many of the restaurants in the area. The beach gear (chairs, towels, cooler, boogie board) were appreciated! The condo is well maintained and was very clean. Wayne was responsive and helpful when we needed him. We would not hesitate to recommend this company or this condo and would love to stay here again. Mahalo for everything and aloha until next time.
Colleen K.
August 2025

Overall a nice unit. Had a good stay here, looking out at the ocean while sitting on the lanai is ideal. Nice pool and BBQ area and easy to walk into town.The only negative I have is the shower doors in the bathroom are worn out and need replaced, i was worried they would fall off.
Robert S.
August 2025

Checkin was good and kitchen was well stocked. Klenex would be nice.
Mike S.
August 2025

It was a nice little place. Convenient walking distance to downtown. It was nice sitting out on the Lanai and having dinner there. The place was available earlier than expected and I was notified that we could arrive earlier. I posted a picture of us on the Lanai and the view.
Martha F.
August 2025

Everything really was perfect, especially the location. We walked to everything, including our luau, the farmers market, local entertainment, and food. The view from the balcony was spectacular with not only beautiful rocks and water, but also lots of people on boogie boards and surfboards in the water. I really can’t recommend this place highly enough.
Sue B.
August 2025

Besides excellent accommodations, beyond our expectations, surf was up so we had a great show of surfing from the lanai! Hoping for a replay next year :)
Carolyn T.
August 2025

We had a great time , location was brilliant. Walk to restaurants. The view was stunning and something always happening off shore. We ate out every night so didn’t use the cooking facilities. Plenty of plates etc.
Michelle M.
August 2025

This condo delivered! Beautiful oceanside balcony where we had breakfast every morning; corner unit so it was quiet: well appointed for cooking at home; clean, firm beds with fans in both bedrooms. Sizable bathrooms and quiet doors - which sounds like a small thing! But if you wake up early like me, it means you can move around silently without waking up your kids ;) all in all a great stay - we loved walking downtown for coffee in the morning. I would definitely cook again.
Jill O.
August 2025

The check in was a breeze and the host left great instructions for our stay. The condo is well stocked with some beach chairs, extra snorkel equipment, boogie boards, kitchen utensils and plenty of linens. The second floor gave us a nice view of the bay and the sunset. We enjoyed watching the surfers and boogie boarders enjoy the south swale during our stay. We also enjoyed walking to one of the great dinner spots that are on the water.
Miranda P.
August 2025

Great location! Clean.
Brian A.
August 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: This was our first time in Kona, and we could not have been more pleased with this condo. Very easy to walk to all shops and restaurants. Enjoyed the balcony listening to the waves and watching sunsets. The unit was very clean and well was great to have a washer/dryer and all the of beach amenities. The description was very accurate. The property management team had great communication. We stayed during the Tsunami warning, and they were in constant contact with us. We enjoyed the pool and loved having a place to park without extra charge. I would highly recommend this place and would love to come stay again.
sara m.
August 2025

This condo was awesome!The location was great and walkable to downtown Kona. The condo itself was right on the water and was great for morning coffee and beautiful sunsets.The condo had all the essentials including a well-stocked kitchen and plenty of beach supplies. (chairs, towels, coolers, snorkeling gear, boogie boards)All in all, a great experience!
Matthew K.
August 2025

The view was great.
David C.
August 2025

Our family enjoyed this apartment thoroughly. Everything was as mentioned in the description. Location was fantastic with a view to the sea; impeccable. We knew that there wasn’t a beach to swim in front of us so there’s nothing to say about it. It was nice to walk on the lava stones that’s the shore, but it’s impossible to swing there at least not for tourists. We enjoyed watching the surfers every morning and watching the waves. We actually stayed while we had that tsunami warning and the manager Kenneth even sent us immediately a message what we could consider doing. That was very much appreciated. Apartment amenities are super. There are lots of things for the beach that one could use. Dishwasher and washing machine are working well and the beds are very comfortable. Internet connection is super fast. Thank you and if we were to come back, we would certainly choose the same place.
Michel Y.
July 2025

great location, everything was there that we needed. we stayed the rest of the time at hilton waikoloa. i would have rather stayed at kona reef. thank you.
alexander c.
July 2025

Perfect condo in Kona! Gorgeous view, nice pool, comfortable beds, easy walk to shops and restaurants, and well-stocked with beach/snorkeling gear. The only issue with kitchen was no chef knives for chopping and cooking, only steak knives. The condo also had box fans in each bedroom closet, as we had asked management before and they said they didn’t. Just wish we had known so we didn’t pack a fan! There was even a shower stool in the closet! Pretty much everything you could need. Management was very attentive to our needs, as we had our fedEx delivery waiting on us and they had our clogged bathroom sink fixed within a few hours! We will definitely stay here again! (See our picture of sunset view from the lanai!)
Misty P.
July 2025

Clean, good location…all we needed.

July 2025

This condo is situated perfectly. The pool and bbq areas are clean and calm. This is not the place for parties and loud music. The ocean makes the music at all times. Its very family friendly. Loved watching the conch shells be blown at sunset. The lanai has some creature visitors. Watched manya rays and tangs in the water. Would love to return
alycia C.
July 2025

Fantastic condo. Great for families or groups the other guests were kind and the tide pools were under rated.
Shane K.
July 2025

Overall the condo is in a fantastic location. It is within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. The host is very much in communication with you throughout your stay offering suggestions of things to do as well as answering any questions you might have. The condo has everything you need for your stay. The best part is the view. You are directly in front of the ocean with nothing but great views. As for the things that could be better.... the walls to the outside common area are very thin and you hear everyone walking by when in bed. The bed was not comfortable at all. There is no ventilation in the bathroom and there should be a fan on the back deck to help keep the air circulating due to the afternoon sun. It really is a nice condo and we did enjoy ourselves.
Jon B.
July 2025

This property offers excellent value, a prime location, refreshing cleanliness, comfortable air conditioning, enjoyable amenities, an inspiring view, convenient parking, and is well-stocked with appliances and kitchen utensils.
Mark C.
July 2025

Wonderful stay , only negative was inoperable hot tub
John H.
July 2025

The location was excellent! The entire facility/grounds were very well maintained. The parking garage was monitored. We felt very safe. Communication with our host was flawless, as was access into the condo. Nice rules and regulations meant that while the facility was family-friendly, it was also quiet (such as no Bluetooth speakers, forcing others to listen to someone else’s choice of music)! Host provided everything we could possibly need, including beach chairs (which we used daily), and umbrella. We would definitely recommend this unit, and we ourselves would stay here again!
Erin M.
July 2025

Fantastic days with family, a truly great place.
Klaus Nygaard Cramer B.
July 2025

Wonderful property, consistent with all the previous reviews. Great location. We appreciated (and used) the abundant snorkel equipment provided. We really enjoyed relaxing on the lanai. We absolutely loved how comfortable the bed was in the master. Would definitely stay here again.
mark l.
July 2025

Wonderful stay at Kona Reef. Condo was well-equipped with everything we needed. Views from the balcony were gorgeous and the sound of the waves washed away were very relaxing. The host was communicative and helped to address our only minor concern with parking swiftly. Would recommend this property and hosts!
Jennifer K.
July 2025

Also door entry was changed last day. Locked out for w.5 hours. No respo nse from owner. Dont stay there. Tried to workwith owner. Not successful.
Kathy C.
July 2025

This condo is amazing! The location is fantastic, the view from the lanai of the ocean and the pool were SO incredible. The decor is beautiful, the bed is super comfy, everything is perfect!! Steve and Amber have thought of everything you might need. It made our trip so perfect! I would plan my future trips to Kona around when this condo is available! It’s that good! Thank you so much for everything, Steve and Amber!!
Dana S.
July 2025

AC doesn’t reach the back bedroom and it’s hot. The 1 box fan in the closet is not enough. Just beware if you need AC to sleep. Clean, well stocked and easy owner to reach. FYI the picture in the listing is not from this room. This room faces the street and honls beach, not the pool like the picture shows
Ryan F.
July 2025

Amazing views and great location but everything is damp and corroded. If there was A/C then maybe things would dry out. Couch cushions, kitchen chair cushions all damp and have mildew, inside ring of the washing machine is completely moldy. Towels never dry and so start smelling. All metal items (light fixtures, knives etc) are rusty and corroded. Soft patches on wall etc. We kept the fans on at all times. Overall the place needs a refresh. I know it’s hard to keep things dry this close to the ocean but we had stayed several nights at another place oceanfront and because they had A/C this was not a problem. Loved the location, pool was nice, walking distance to town, but in order to charge this much it really needs to be updated and cleaned up.
Stacy A.
July 2025

Had a great stay, condo was cozy and in a great location.
Jason B.
July 2025

We had a wonderful stay. Great location with even better views.
Linda K.
July 2025

Good location to downtown… 5 min walk. Can drive to all the beaches south of Kona. Pool was nice with good BBQs.
Greg C.
July 2025

Good location, nice views; condo was enjoyable. Jets in hot tub not working and elevators out entire trip.
Chip B.
July 2025

Love waking up to the sound of the waves!This is my 3rd time staying at Kona Reef and I will be back
Julie P.
July 2025

Loved the property. Everything was as described (or better), and the hosts were very helpful along the way. The location and views were amazing. Unit was well appointed, and clean, as was the overall complex. There is plenty of parking, and with the close proximity to shops and dining in Kona, you'll leave your car and walk to town. Definately a place I would recommend! Hated to leave Seaside Kona. but glad we stayed.
SCOTT M.
July 2025

Fantastic view of the ocean surf and sunsets. Very nice condo with everything you need. Easy walk to Kona area and ocean side drives to many fabulous beaches. Would stay here again!
Drew A.
July 2025

Great condo with beautiful view!
Tim B.
July 2025

The hosts were fantastic. Great communication when we had questions. They had lovely hawaiian music playing on the tvs when we came in which made our entrance so enjoyable. We didn't need anything and took advantage of the fishing pool, pool supplies and binoculars that were available for use. Everything was wonderful, bed, sheets, layout and cleanliness. We would love to stay there again.
Natalie B.
July 2025

We stayed for a week and it was so relaxing. Everything we needed they provided. Pool area was never too crowded and we had a nice ocean view. The owners were very helpful and quick with responses. Highly recommended.
Jessie N.
July 2025

Such a beautiful location! We loved our stay here. Would recommend to anyone visiting the Big Island. The house had everything we could have possibly needed. It was sad the have to leave. Thank you!
Mandy J.
July 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Unite was decorated nicely with wide view of ocean. Two bathrooms greatly appreciated. No elevator violates ADA rules, so yo must be healthy and strong to arrive at unit with several flights of stairs.Patio sun shades are not working, jets for hot tub not working, leather coaster in humid weather do not work.Bar chairs are not comfortable for bare feet, closet door guides are painful to bare feet (add tape to mark?)Would be nice to have a source of music. Please mark TV controllers by room bc they were in wrong place and we didn't know the problemPlease supply bug spray for indoors, a serrated knife, and more ice trays.We were celebrating our anniversary so champagne flutes would be nice.Received a 6 am text in response to a question three days before.No lock box with door key so we used the code for entry.
Gregory E.
July 2025

View off the balcony is all you need. Clean, walked to restaurants, parking was easy, pool and hot tub were great.
Erik W.
July 2025

Great views and quick walk to town! No car needed!
John H.
July 2025

This condo AND host Kathy were simply amazing!! The décor screams “welcome to Hawaii, sit back and relax”! Kitchen: everything you need!! I did appreciate the extra trash bags, dish soap and scrubbers. Note…I didn’t know this beforehand, but no plastic bags are used on the island. There was a box of bags on top of the dryer (I left the ones I bought). There was a spice rack and salt/pepper available which just added another convenience when preparing our own meals.Washer/Dryer: Soap/dryer sheets provided. Cabinet next to Washer: sunscreen/lotion/first aid kit/Kleenex offered. I didn’t need them, but it was appreciated.Bathroom: Shampoo/conditioner/body wash offered. There were a few rolls of toilet paper to start with, which was appreciated. “Living space” was more than enough for just the two of us. Super comfy couch. We typically ate our food at the dining table on the Lanai which was great! There were books/games/cards to use which was thoughtful.Lanai: The rocking chairs are wonderful! It was great being able to watch the local boogie boarders ride the waves and the early morning Yoga classes on the beach. There are chairs/umbrella/cooler/water noodles/snorkel gear. Renting snorkel gear was 125 wk for 2.If this host has another vacation property, I will rent from them without question!! Tip: Arrive, settle in, BEFORE going to the store to purchase items. Trust me, this will save you some time & money.
carol r.
July 2025

Great location
Jan J.
July 2025


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