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: 4.77 / 5.0 (from 2918 reviews)
  • Average Price: $426/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club

Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club Average Rates


As of July 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Keauhou Kona Surf and Racquet Club is $426. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $473. 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.

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


Great location to get around island. Very quiet, and peaceful area. A C worked great, comfortable beds, enjoyed hearing ocean at night, communication with property manager was fast and easy. The stairs going to the bedrooms are a little difficult if you have mobility issues.
Pam C.
April 2026

Great location with 5 star ocean view! Really enjoyed our stay. We will be back soon!
David D.
April 2026

Beautiful property that was quiet and full of amenities! Condo was very clean, plenty of space and an incredible lanai looking out at the ocean. Also furnished with beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, etc.
Jon
April 2026

This was a lovely property that me and my family really enjoyed. We cooked and ate most of our meals here and the kitchen had all of the cookware and tableware we needed. They had a closet full of supplies from beach towels to water shoes to boogie boards, making things quite easy. The washer and dryer in the unit was helpful! The complex and surrounding area was very nice with swimming and pickleball l, giving the kids extra things to do. The beds were comfortable, which was nice after our busy days around the island. The air conditioning was quite refreshing given the humidity during the overcast days. A clean and cozy place to enjoy each day!!
Janet P.
April 2026

Great spot. Room was as advertised. Great hosts. Highly recommend and would stay here again.
Ryan N.
April 2026

Pool and pickle ball area very good. House is well equipped
Nicolas D.
April 2026

This rental was everything we dreamed it would be. Even though we didn't use it much, the upper bedroom was very comfy with the fans. There was such a nice tradewind breeze that most of the time we didn't use the air conditioning. the unit is very spacious and absolutely gorgeous with all the decor, making it a relaxing and restful stay. The beds were nice and the kitchen as well-stocked. This rental gets a 6 out of 5 stars!
Bob D.
April 2026

Our host, Maria, was great! She was available to help and answer questions immediately. All the supplies we needed were available. Unit was well furnished and very clean. I can’t say enough about the location and being able to hear the waves crashing at night. It truly is a Hawaiian paradise. I highly recommend this unit to anyone visiting the Kona area
Megan D.
April 2026

We love staying at the

April 2026

This was in a great location for exploring the island. It's not in a very peaceful area with traffic, people, tennis, etc. but with windows closed it was fine. The little beach near the condo was quiet and nice even though we didn't swim there. TV and streaming was so nice to have. Pool was nice. Beds were super comfy. Owner was great at communication. It did the job for our trip.
Elizabeth G.
April 2026

Perfect location on water, close to town but private
Doug P.
April 2026

Amazing place to stay. Highly recommend. Host was very helpful and communicated well. View was amazing, wish we stayed even longer!
Nick F.
April 2026

The view from the lanai was beautiful. Great location.
Vanessa S.
April 2026

right on the ocean, huge deck with comfy furniture! we spent so much time outside and loved this location. condo really had everything you need. probably the most well equipped condo I have stayed in. the owner was easy to communicate with and I would highly recommend this condo!
Linda S.
April 2026

Great location, clean and convenient, had everything we needed.
Mitch
April 2026

View was amazing. Complex was beautiful. It was the most comfortable place I have ever stayed in. It was equipped with everything you could ever need and them some. I highly reccomend this property. Would stay there again.
Marilyn M.
April 2026

Great place to stay, close to everything. Loved having access to the water. We had a couple small issues with TV and AC which were resolved quickly! Would recommend this property and would definitely stay again!
Kim C.
April 2026

The property was right on the ocean with good views. That patio was wonderful and the home had plenty of space for a family of 4. It was clean with no major issues. It's located inside a nice, gated community with a pool, tennis, and pickleball. It's also located near Kona, so there is relatively quick access to a nice, walkable strip. There were a couple minor annoyances, such as the sliding doors/screens not working smoothly, the front door not shutting easily from the outside, and the TV had a partially damaged screen.
Mike V.
April 2026

Great place to stay! Loved the location and the house. Communication with great and the extra tips about what to do were much appreciated!
Kristin B.
April 2026

Everything was great!!!
Carolyn F.
April 2026

Amazing location, right on the ocean. Small beach and water access straight out of the door. Close to Kahalu’u Beach Park. Very thoughtfully prepared for guests and comfortable. Keauhou Surf and Racket Club was quiet, family friendly, with a great pool. Townhouse and grounds were beautiful.
Clare W.
April 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed the choice of spaces in which to relax, including the pool and the spacious deck. The master suite bed was very firm and other beds were more soft. Plenty of extra linens, pillows and fans for guest use were welcome additions. This space was great for a multigenerational family.
Marsha P.
April 2026

The property was nice.
david m.
April 2026

Well equipped kitchen. Ample beach gear. AC really works. Quiet location. Nice view of green space from the lanai.
Lea F.
April 2026

Easy to access, quiet neighborhood, loved the pickleball courts, could watch the ocean out the back door.
T E.
March 2026

Great place to stay! The black sand beach right next to the resort has beautiful views, and perfect spot to watch sunset!
Carmen W.
March 2026

The view of the ocean was incredible. Everything was exactly as advertised. The kitchen had all the necessities and we were very comfortable staying here. The property manager, Sandy, was great to work with and we would definitely stay here again.
Chris and Resa M.
March 2026

We loved our stay! The location is great, the waterfront view and privacy were perfect! You cannot go wrong staying here. And a lovely black sand beach to enjoy if you chooses not to use the pool. A 10! For sure!
Cheryl S.
March 2026

The location and view from the lanai were fantastic. The main living areas were clean and comfortable. The bathrooms are not in great shape and there is mold in the shower. For the price I paid, I would have expected more supplies too (there was only one dish towel provided, a tiny bar of soap, etc.). It did not feel very welcoming compared to other short-term rentals.
Elizabeth T.
March 2026

Well stocked condo. Great location. Had everything our family needed to enjoy our stay.
Dan O.
March 2026

Great unit, very clean and nice view. The complex is great and had easy beach access and pool. Upstairs neighbors were a little noisy and some other unit guest that arrived the day before we left were very noisy. All in all a good stay.
Jacqui C.
March 2026

We had a wonderful stay on the Big Island. The home was clean, comfortable, and a great place to come back to after long days of exploring. We did experience a few minor issues with the microwave and occasional WiFi interruptions, and AC would make it even more comfortable, but overall we had a great experience. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others visiting the island.
abez
March 2026

Had an amazing time celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary. The views were amazing and felt like a private resort. It was helpful having the washer and dryer in the unit. Location was in perfect spot.
Lane R.
March 2026

Let’s start with the location first. Easy access to a little beach that is mostly volcanic rock and some sand. Excellent place to catch sunset. This area has little title pools where you can see different kinds of urchin and fish and occasionally a manta ray. There are two grocery stores and several shopping centers nearby so you can stock up on food. There are two really good coffee, shops and several really good restaurants for affordable eating out options. The swimming pool is great when we stayed there was ukulele classes on Monday mornings and Tuesdays and Thursday mornings are water aerobics, which is actually a lot of fun the rest of the grounds easy access to outdoor grills plenty of walking areas to walk to and from the beach and up to the shopping center if you desire.Now now for the unit itself, what a great cozy little condo. If the weather gets bad, there is an enormous TV that you can watch movies or TV on while the weather passes. The kitchen has every gadget you might need as well as a coffee pot and electric stove and the washer and dryer are located in the kitchen as well as the refrigerator. The lanai outback is a great place to watch the geckos climb up and down the side of the building, the mongoose skitter from bush to bush, and listen to all of the birds in the morning sing. Two showers make it really nice. If you have multiple people both bedrooms we found to be excellent air conditioning options for both rooms
Rick D.
March 2026

Wonderful placeHighly recommendGreat communication with owner
Andrew A.
March 2026

The exhaust fan was acting a little funny but they addressed that fast! Next time we will get Air conditioning though. We are not use to the humidity! But the club is awesome and has everything you need and more! Great beach access, tennis, pickleball, pool and more! Highly recommend!!
Erica K.
March 2026

This is a beautiful property with a breathtaking view of the ocean. the resort is nice with a pool, courts, and areas to gather with friends and family. The host was attentive to our needs and we felt at home.
Jodi W.
March 2026

This is an amazing property. We enjoyed the property and will stay there again. Communication was clear, the property was clean and included everything we needed for our stay.
Jennifer K.
March 2026

Great location. Well equipped home.
Eileen R.
March 2026

Start to finish excellent! Little glitch getting started that was totally my fault but the manager Matt called me and fixed it for me right away. So thankful for that. He saved the day! The place was clean and comfortable and had amenities we needed to take advantage of what the beautiful property offered. Would love to visit again.
Christine T.
March 2026

We enjoyed our time at this Vrbo so much! We especially loved the lanai facing the water, the views were breathtaking. We spent hours upon hours drinking coffee and wine, playing cards and games, colouring, and watching the waves (we even saw whales!).We were in Kona during the storm and saw a lot of rain, but we were quite protected on this magical lanai.The condo is so well done, it’s incredibly thoughtful and set up to ensure your time there is perfect. I loved the welcome binder, and the kitchen was an amazing place to cook meals for my family while still enjoying the views. The vaulted ceilings, double bathrooms, and three bedrooms made the condo feel very spacious.It was also nice to have our own laundry room to wash towels and clothing as needed.The community was welcoming, and the other guests were lovely to interact with at the pool. It was also fun watching people from the lanai, all mesmerized by the ocean.This was our first extended family getaway, and my mom’s first trip in ten years, which made it even more special.We will definitely be back!Our contact, Tiffany, was very responsive and easy to get a hold of.My only suggestion would be to have coffee, sweetener, and cream available upon arrival, especially being in the Kona coffee belt, this would be an awesome touch!Thank you again! Mahalo
Mike D.
March 2026

Wonderful condo. Views are so worth it. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you will need to cook. Management is on top when it comes to repairs. Will definitely stay there again
Kim M.
March 2026

We arrived in Kona during the storms. Our travel was disrupted and it was off to a rough start. Everything about the townhouse was easy check in that night. The location is great. The units are older, but nicely kept. The ocean is stunning. It was just steps away. It was a nice place to relax. The private beach next to the development was an added plus. It is a quiet place to relax with ocean breeze. I would stay here again.
Dawn L.
March 2026

Very nice property and great location!
May
March 2026

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: Very Good
Patrick S.
March 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We had a very positive stay in spite of being there during the Kona low storm. A few suggestions~ a written fact sheet with information about the facility would be very helpful. You could include info about how to enter the pool area, how to use the TVs and lighting systems. The washing machine gaskets were mold covered. One very strong suggestion I have is to please include a stepstool in the master bedroom. I am 5’ 2” tall and had a very difficult time getting up onto the bed. It is really a fall risk. The smoke alarms kept going off for no reason. One of your onsite managers came over when we weren’t home and put the alarm in the freezer. Your company was responsive in this regard.
Charles D.
March 2026

Thank you for a listing of all the “quirks” about the place (ex.: hard to open sliding doors, etc)…spot on!
Melanie G.
March 2026

My family really enjoyed our stay here! The ocean and sunset views were incredible and the entire property was so comfortable and homey. We had access to all the beach toys and towels we could have wanted, plus all the kitchen gadgets and appliances we would ever need. We did have an issue with some tiny ants in the kitchen but the property managers were very quick to respond and offer assistance when we asked for help with that. Overall, we were very very happy with our stay and would definitely choose this property again!
Katie B.
March 2026

Strike 1. We walked in and were met with a very strong musty damp smell. Opening windows and doors helped, but it never went away. We can overlook the little cockroaches(it's Hawaii), but the smell was unacceptable.Strike 2. The unit flooded and the management company was awful. We got permission to use all towels and linens to stop the flow of water coming in. It didn't help. Kitchen, bedroom, hallway, bathroom all with standing water. We asked if they could put us in another unit, "no, it's too late for that". It was 7:30pm. Later that night they texted me the address to a shelter. No offer to find us a hotel. I am not moving my 83y/o mom to a shelter. I did call the area hotels and they were booked, so we stayed and left the next morning.Strike 3. No one for the management company called or texted to see if we were okay. Stay at your own risk.
Stephanie R.
March 2026

Needed some updates with paint, larger kitchen trash can, list of basics included in the kitchen. Washing machine made a lot of noise. A/C is the downstairs bedroom didn’t keep us cool enough. The house was clean and ready but they wouldn’t allow us to check in because the door was coded to open at 4pm. If I had known the office was off Henry st., I would have shown up and inquired in person. Couldn’t use my rewards points during the payment process.
Angela M.
March 2026


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