Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club, Big Island

Keauhou-Kona Surf and Racquet Club is a gated resort located 5 miles from downtown Kona consisting of large 2 and 3 bedroom condos and townhomes. The resort sits on 16 acres of beautiful landscaped terrain and shares grounds with an ancient Hawaiian archaeological site. The resort includes 3 lit tennis courts, a large swimming pool that can accommodate lap swimming, and several BBQs. Kahalu'u Beach Park with fantastic snorkeling and surfing are about an 8 minute walk from the complex. Keauhou Shopping Center with resutarants (Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Mexican, Italian) and cinema are also a short walk away. Kailua-Kona has a farmer's market every Wednesday through Sunday and the Keauhou Shopping Center, adjacent to the complex offers an organic farmer’s market every Saturday. The Keauhou Shopping Center also offers free Hawaiian cultural events throughout the week.

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    Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Quick Facts:


  • Address: 78-6800 Ali‘i Dr,Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Property Size: ~15.5 acres (193 units)
  • Reviews: 4.78 / 5.0 (from 2824 reviews)
  • Average Price: $411/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Vacation Rentals

Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Average Rates


As of October 2025, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club is $411. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $471. 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 Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club's Best Rentals

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 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.

Travelers love the Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club for its setting: dramatic oceanfront views, nightly sunsets, and the sound of waves that many say lull them to sleep. The vibe is relaxed and quiet, yet it’s convenient—most units are a short walk or quick drive to the Keauhou Shopping Center (grocery, eateries, cinema) and to Kahaluʻu Beach Park for excellent snorkeling. Guests spend a lot of time on expansive lanais watching dolphins, whales and even manta rays, and appreciate being just far enough from central Kona to avoid crowds while staying close to beaches and island day trips.

Condos here are generally spacious, clean, and well equipped for easy living: full kitchens with plenty of cookware, in‑unit washers/dryers, and lots of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel sets, coolers). Onsite amenities are a standout—beautifully landscaped gated grounds, a large pool, tennis/pickleball courts, BBQ areas, and shoreline paths or a small adjacent beach/tide pools for sunset viewing. Families call it a great base (shallow area in the pool, grassy areas, quiet nights), and many praise friendly, responsive hosts and property managers.

Know before you go: A/C varies by unit—many rely on ocean breezes and fans and can feel warm in the afternoon (lofts especially), while some units offer mini‑splits or charge extra; A/C condensers can blow warm air onto lanais in a number of units. This is the tropics, so occasional ants/roaches or gnats pop up, though not universally; screens and sliding doors can be finicky in some condos. Upper floors require stairs (no elevators), oceanfront townhomes may be boarded during rare high‑surf events, and wave noise can be loud for light sleepers. The onsite shoreline is largely rocky (great for tide pools/snorkeling; drive for sandy swimming), and a few buildings near the road get traffic noise. Overall, guests find the resort a scenic, well‑located, easy‑living base with memorable oceanfront time on the lanai.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Reviews


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: Great location, very private end location with screened in lanai. Well stocked kitchen, beach towels, chairs and boogie boards provided. Air conditioning provided. Overall great service and management!
Dianne C.
July 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: It was a great rental. It was clean, close to the water, and had nice air conditioning.
Matthew B.
July 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: Coffee machine 5 starsFurniture 5 starsLanai 10 stars Great view (my wife)Internet 5 starsBeach equipment 5 starsBed sheets 3 stars. Did not fit bed well.Bed lamp too touchy 2 stars
Roger W.
July 2025

Staying oceanfront is a must for us and we were not disappointed! The ocean view is incredible, water is clear and blue, sunsets are gorgeous. Free from road noise, the ocean waves lulled us to sleep each night. Daily we watched kayaks, canoes, boats even seeing dolphins from the linai twice. The bed was comfortable, property is clean and well stocked for home meals and day excursions. We were comfortable without air conditioning (in the ocean side room) with the windows open and the ocean breeze flowing through. We loved the expansive linai of the end unit and the privacy of the top floor. Would stay here again.
Jon S.
July 2025

The bugs combined with a lack of AC made it hard to get a good night's sleep. The view is beautiful and the place is well decorated though. Also the grounds of the community and the beach were gorgeous. The property mgmnt company required a lengthy contract with extra fees and a special clause about the bugs.
Shaun L.
July 2025

The condo was great! Very spacious, with many amenities. Clean, great pool, good location. Nice and comfortable beds, great washer and dryer.
Chris S.
June 2025

Everything you need to feel at home, plus more! Close to groceries and restaurants but at the same time private and quiet. Pool was never crowded and perfect temperature. Parking was super convenient, just a few steps from the door. Comfortable living room furniture, and everyone slept great in their beds. Highly recommend, would definitely stay here again!
Kelly K.
June 2025

Lovely stay here. Comfortable and clean. Fans all over which were helpful and necessary as it’s hot and humid on Big Island. Nice amenities- beach gear, snorkeling gear, beach towels, cooler. Nice pool and sunset views.
AJE S.
June 2025

We were a group of 19 that stayed in 4 condos in the KKSRC. This condo was by far one of the favorites. Clean and cozy you can tell the owners put thought and care into their place. Comfortable Lanai with amazing garden views. Very well stocked with everything you could possibly need for a great stay. Location is very central. Close to amazing snorkel beaches, shopping, and beautiful white sand beaches. Incredible! We will definitely be back.
Shannon T.
June 2025

We were a large family group of 19 people staying at 4 condos at the KKSRC. This condo was absolutely one of our favorites. Clean, so quiet, cozy, had everything you could possibly need and more for your vacation. Loved the wrap around screened in porch surrounded by a garden, felt like our own private oasis. KKSRC is in an ideal location for exploring all parts of the island. Short walk to an incredible snorkel beach or a short drive to beautiful white sand beaches. We will return again and again. Highly recommend!
Shannon T.
June 2025

Bedroom adjacent to tropical foliage and the bed looks up to the 3rd floor lanai. There was a sugar-like substance coming from the ceiling? Not sure. Property manager wouldn’t bring a spare set of sheets. I had a nasty cough so wanted to set up a place on the couch so I wouldn’t wake my husband, but shouldn’t have to explain. The spare bedroom shower head sprayed all different directions. The ice maker was a plus, view to die for but the patio settee was old and flattened out.
christine T.
June 2025

I have nothing but good reviews for this condo. It was clean, and comfy. Beds were very comfortable. The view was great! Every morning we enjoyed our coffee outside watching the sunrise. We did notice the master bathroom shower was not upgraded like the other bathrooms shower but it was still clean and taken care of. Being in Hawaii, you are not inside much but I still looked forward to the comfort of this place at the end of the day!
April R.
June 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: Our stay in Kona was perfect. Conveniently located. There were beach supplies, and washer and dryer. We cooked meals at the condo bc my daughter has allergies to various foods and the kitchen had all supplies needed. Even things for us to store if we had leftovers. Beautiful place and quiet.
Leslie A.
June 2025

Absolutely breathtaking views! We saw spinner dolphins from the lanai and could not have dreamed of a more perfect place to watch the sunset every night. It was so beautiful here that we chose to cook and eat dinner in every night. It was spacious and equipped with everything you could need and more! We took advantage of the grills outside and enjoyed some time in the pool as well. Nothing can compare to falling asleep and waking to the sounds of the ocean. Definitely would recommend and would love to return one day!
Jana
June 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: Lovely ground floor two bedroom condo. Had two beach chairs, boogie boards and snorkel gear along with a medium sized cooler. Great patio with two lounge chairs and two reclining chairs along with a high-top table with four stools. I wish the facility would remove the small hedge so we see the ocean from the entire patio rather than only half of it. Loved falling asleep hearing the waves crashing! The other recommendation was to have shower mats for floor. I would definitely recommend.
Kari L.
June 2025

This is an excellent location located in a very nice gated resort with a beatiful swimming pool and courts. You can look right out of the sliding glass door and see the ocean a few feet away. It could use some updating as things did look a little run down. For example the upstairs bathroom door did not lock, the remote for the fan and light in the bedroom was not there. There was only one wash cloth in the upper bathroom and no bath soap. On the plus side the kitchen was well appointed with all you could need, including a dishwasher. Overall a good stay with some minor problems.
Paul C.
June 2025

We plan to stay again! Fantastic communication, pictures are accurate and the sunsets are better than you can imagine! Conveniently located, while also being in a private gated community. The pool is fantastic for little ones and the pickleball courts are SO FUN!
Chelsea F.
June 2025

Very clean, pretty grounds. Close to everything but far enough away from the crowds.
Shelley S.
June 2025

This place was great. Very homey. The bed was very comfortable (always my first comment!!). Kitchen was well stocked. No AC per se but owner refunded us a little for that. The ocean is so close that we actually had to close the window because the waves crashing kept us awake!! The location is great - a nice rocky beach for snorkeling and we saw multiple turtles right outside our door. Very cool. Cleanup prior to checkout is kind of a lot considering we are paying for that service, but probably because other users have left it a total mess. Just takes one or two bad apples...
Laurie A.
June 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: A well-appointed condo on the beautiful Kona oceanfront. Nice decor, good kitchen, everything you would need nearby, including a grocery and restaurants. Did not want to leave! Our hosts were very accommodating as well, we had a flight cancellation and they were helpful with letting us stay a little later.
Shannon R.
June 2025

Great experience in an excellent location. The beach with snorkeling right outside provides lots of options close by, with racquet courts, pool, and bbq. The in-unit views and ocean wave sound scape added to the relaxation. Would recommend!
Andrew M.
June 2025

Beautiful place to stay, relax and unwind. Owner is easy to work with. Everything you need is right there in condo. Go to Walmart for anything you need priced very reasonable.. Be aware that most everything closes down early evening on the island.
Vicki B.
June 2025

The condo/resort was truly amazing. My family enjoyed the pickle ball courts quite a lot. The beach equipment available in the room came in very handy and we were very thankful that it was available to us.
Melinda B.
June 2025

Great location, plenty of amenities. Fantastic views and breezes!
Carrie S.
June 2025

Beautiful ground floor unit, very fresh with amazing outdoor patio facing the ocean. We enjoyed sunsets from it and also used the nearby area for fishing, vey convenient; all in all amenities in the complex were clean and updated, kids tried pool and played tennis. Great location close to couple small beaches: snorkeling spot and the beach with huge waves to have fun, literally 3 minutes drive; also the sopping plaza was close to the complex and it was enough for our family of 5. This was our most expensive accommodation on Big Island, but it worth the money.
Roman & Paulina G.
June 2025

Any time you had lights on in the evening because of the gaps in the window screens hundreds of knats flew into the condo. Several times they flew into my husband coffee and food . Very annoying . They would get all over the kitchen and bathroom counters . I would never stay in this condo again . This is my fault but I didn’t realize it didn’t have air conditioning. We found fans in the closets but I spent over an hour cleaning the the fans so they were usable and were not flinging dirt and grime around the rooms.
Camella B.
June 2025

The view from this condo was amazing!! The sunsets were amazing to sit on the patio and watch over the ocean. The view was unbeatable. However, this condo is very outdated and probably has not been updated for about 20 years. Things were rusted and falling apart. They had old vertical plastic blinds that would fall off easy. And since there’s no air condition, and you had to leave the window open, you could hear them rattling All night. There is a very faint smell of cigarette smoke. The latches on the sliding glass doors are rusted from the seawater. The patio furniture was old and one of the legs broke off because it was rusted so bad. Had kind of a weird floor plan with the master completely open to the living area with only very paper thin sliding paper doors, which was very strange. However, the living spot space is very large and has plenty of room. Loved the overall room in this condo. Two bathrooms. Very convenient. Living room was very large. However once again, the furniture is exceptionally outdated. Very old wicker furniture. Very uncomfortable. It’s not somewhere you would wanna hang out. We just spent our time either away or on the back patio. I think the condo overall is a great size and exceptionally great location especially a corner unit with a large patio and outside dining area. With unbeatable views. However, it’s exceptionally outdated and needs to be updated horribly.
Keri A.
June 2025

It was great
Arman N.
June 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: What a great heavenly spot for an amazing vacation by the oceanfront. Loved the view, the location, nature, the ocean, the snorkeling spots, and sandy beaches. Will do my very best to make it back here!
Bohdan K.
June 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: My husband and I recently stayed from 6/3-6/13, celebrating our 30th anniversary. Everything about the property was amazing! Stocked with all of the necessary essentials, plus the extras. Having the cooler was perfect to be able to pack lunches for our long days exploring the island. Every morning, having breakfast and coffee on the lanai and sunset dinner views was magical. This was our first trip to the Big Island, but won't be our last. We will definitely stay here again. The grounds were beautifully landscaped and well maintained. Being in the last building, it was very quiet and peaceful. Plenty of extra linens, towels and beach towels. There were lots of items for the beach, chairs, umbrella, snorkel gear. So many amazing experiences and memories made. This was the perfect place for us, highly recommend!
Kale F.
June 2025

Great communication from owner. Answered messages promptly. Gorgeous view and wonderful ocean sounds all night long.
Charity D.
June 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well appointed 2Bd/2Bath with unbeatable, amazing views! Kitchen was stocked with plenty of utensils and kitchen appliances to prepare meals. Beds were comfortable, and Queen bed enjoyed the sounds of ocean waves. No A/C but provided several floor fans that helped on warmer nights. If you don't mind leaving all the bedroom doors open, the breezes travel through throughout the unit creating a very pleasant temperature in the evenings. Owners had beach chairs, beach towels, and boogie boards for outings at the nearby beaches. Closest swimmable location is Kahalu'u beach about 2 mins up the road. Complex has 3 on-site tennis courts (2 adapted for pickleball) and the large pool was refreshing. The grounds are immaculately kept.Oceanfront location was perfect, distance (walkable) to nearby shopping center, and easy travel to south Kona sight-seeing. Only issue was no screen on the bedroom window due to "the building settling", so we couldn't keep it open w/o bugs entering the room. Overall it wasn't a big issue but one KKSRC should resolve. We would definitely stay here again for the oceanfront views! Highly recommend.
Jessica C.
June 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 unit was spectacular!!!The views, and the marine life was amazing!!The unit was super comfortable Definitely coming backAlso please note that the management team was great, they all made me feel like family
Raul A.
June 2025

We really enjoyed the condo and the grounds at the club. The location was quiet and away from the hustle of Kona but close enough to amenities and activities. One thing we weren’t expecting was the lack of air conditioning in the unit. For the most part it was no issue as there were lots of fans and a beautiful breeze, but it did get quite humid. The condo is also showing its age quite a bit with rickety screens and doors. We loved it though and lived out on the lanai. We’d happily go back.
Ryan H.
June 2025

Highly recommend this property. It was clean and location was great. Awesome view and great breeze throughout the condo.
Justin W.
June 2025

Great location, close to Kailua-Kona. Easy walk to multiple beaches and close to shopping, groceries, coffee, and restaurants. Nice setting right on the water. Good space for a couple, but probably small for a larger group. It was a bit dated and tired but was clean and well supplied. The views of the sunsets and the sounds of the waves were wonderful.
David M.
June 2025

Perfect for exploring. Too darn noisy between road ,garbage trucks parked behind the unit DAILY..HUGE negative to a beautiful large space.
Kelly B.
June 2025

Everything we needed. Location, condition, ease of checkin. Highly recommended!
David M.
June 2025

Overall loved this property. Location was excellent. Walking distance to restaurants and grocery store, on a beach with great tide pool exploring—but also not right in the middle of Kona/tourist congestion. We saw yellow tang, starfish, sea urchins (lots! Beware!) and even a Hawaiian monk seal on the beach outside the townhouse. It was a perfect spot for our family of 4 (kids ages 5 and 8). The grounds of the complex are beautiful and the pool was a short walk. It’s an excellent pool for small kids, with a 1 ft deep area. The house seemed adequately accommodated in the kitchen and there were boogie boards and beach chairs. Only a little glitch in our stay—the planned exterminator coming for their quarterly spray, but we ended up heading to Hilo that day to visit the Volcanos, so all worked out. We would definitely stay here again.
Stephanie H.
June 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: Wonderful, well appointed and clean condo. This condo is in a beautiful, private complex with amazing views of the ocean from the large lanai. The condo is less than a mile from the grocery store and several restaurants, and we were only 5 minutes from the Keauhou Bay, where many charters are located. The condo had beach chairs, towels, and cooler for guest use. We loved the air conditioning and the washer/dryer. We would definitely stay here again!
Melissa M.
June 2025

Stunning oceanfront views and the sound of the waves! It was a very nice stay. We wanted an oceanfront in this complex; there were almost no properties available for 2 nights, and we were glad to have found one! The rooms are clean with no rough sand, as shoes worn outside are not allowed. We brought our own slippers. It was late may, but if you shut off the bedroom and air conditioned it for an hour or so, it was comfortable all night long, even with all the ceiling fans turned off when you went to bed. We would definitely stay there again.
KAZUE
June 2025

Relaxing, so peaceful listening to the birds and ocean! We will be back! we really appreciated all the amenities.
Lauren G.
June 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: very nice condo. I was very please to have much nicer furniture on lanei than in the Knutson site. Very nice breeze through both bedrooms. Well appointed. Disappointed that although there were lots and lots of tv stations, could not get currents stations with news, sports and shows. local mgr could not help when contacted. We hope to stay there again next year! should fix the kitchen faucet that sprays water when using the flex spout line. could use more supplies ie, toilet paper, soap, etc. Great spot and I recommend it to others!
Tom D.
June 2025

The location of the unit is wonderful. The management folks were responsive and a pleasure to work with. The unit is dated and in need of some attention, but it was comfortable and well stocked. It has AC, but we never needed it.
Michael P.
June 2025

Truly a wonderful stay in Hawaii. This place is all about the location! Beautiful sunsets every day. The grounds are gorgeous. The condo was very clean. Could use some updating and the twin beds are fine for kids, but not great for adults due to old box springs. The price was great for this amazing location.
Victoria C.
May 2025

We had an excellent stay at this condo. It is compact, but perfect for the 3 of us. There was heaving wave action while we were there. It was fun to have the waves crashing up to almost 10 feet above the wall. Location to shopping and the beach is within minutes. However our timing was off and the closest beach was closed due to coral spawning. It is about 15 mins into Kona. Minutes to snorkeling trips for Manta Rays and other locations.The kitchen was well stocked with pretty much anything you could want for cooking.The grounds are beautiful with several historical sites that are very interesting. We did not use the pool or tennis courts, so no comment.
Ann Z.
May 2025

Absolutely beautiful location, literally a few steps to ocean, complete with sunsets, turtles, fish, ocean breezes. The location was close to Kealakekua Bay, one of our favorites, & shopping up the hill. We used the tennis courts, pool, all in great condition.The unit is totally furnished with everything you need from beach towels, chairs to a well equipped kitchen for cooking meals vs eating out. Thank you Sally for your townhouse #5!We thoroughly enjoyed our stay & hope to return.
Dennis B.
May 2025

Resort was perfect, beautiful condo we got to meet the owners, very nice people. Love the amenities which included beach items such as chairs and coolers.Staff was friendly and helpful accommodating from the beginning.Mahalo for making our family vacation a beautiful memory.
Patricia S.
May 2025

What a pleasure to be able to walk out of the condo and be on the beach and relax. Lots of beach paraphernalia comes with this rental. Very comfortable inside too. We really enjoyed our stay.
Linda G.
May 2025

Very cooperative owner and easy to contact! Well stocked supply of cooking utensils, spices and even some wine left in the fridge! Went for girls only Mother’s Day ( I am 69) daughter 41 and 38. We had a fabulous time, would love to come back with husband at some point. Loved having our breakfast smoothie on the back porch listing and seeing the ocean.
Yoyo Y.
May 2025


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