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🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town

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A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a rocky coastline and the ocean. - 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town (Kailua Kona)
A pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean. - 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town (Kailua Kona)
A coastal view with two palm trees, a grassy area, and a rocky shoreline. - 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town (Kailua Kona)
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a microwave. - 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town (Kailua Kona)
A resort with multiple buildings, a pool area, and a view of the ocean. - 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town (Kailua Kona)
Overlooking the ocean's edge, Kona Reef A15 offers a tranquil retreat at Hui o Kulia. Watch locals surf from your lanai or relax in the oceanfront pool and hot tub. With BBQ grills and an elevator for convenience, this condo is perfect for two guests seeking a tropical getaway.

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Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 259 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town

  • Oceanfront Ali'i Drive Condo Steps from Honl's Beach | Kona Reef

    Wake up just steps from the shoreline at Kona Reef, a popular oceanfront property on scenic Ali'i Drive in Kailua-Kona. Located next to Honl's Beach (Waiʻaha Bay Beach Park) and less than half a mile from downtown Kona, this property places you close to oceanfront dining, shopping, local markets, and Big Island activities.

    Spend your days exploring the coastline, watching surfers and bodyboarders at the beach next door, or relaxing by the oceanfront pool and hot tub. In the evening, enjoy Kona's famous sunsets and grill dinner at the community BBQ area.

    Why Guests Love Kona Reef

    • Oceanfront location on Ali'i Drive
    • Steps from Honl's Beach (Waiʻaha Bay Beach Park)
    • Easy walk to downtown Kona restaurants and shops
    • Oceanfront pool and hot tub
    • Community BBQ grilling area
    • About 1 mile to the Ironman start/finish

    Honl's Beach is known locally for bodyboarding and sunset views and is widely recognized as the birthplace of modern boogie boarding, where the first boogie board was tested in the early 1970s.

    Community Amenities

    • Oceanfront swimming pool
    • Hot tub / spa
    • BBQ grilling area
    • Poolside restrooms and showers
    • Open guest parking (covered and uncovered)
    • Elevator access within the complex

    Note: Stairs are required to reach the unit after exiting the elevator.

    Nearby Attractions

    • Honl's Beach (next door)
    • Downtown Kailua-Kona – less than ½ mile
    • Ironman start and finish – about 1 mile
    • Snorkeling, fishing charters, and manta ray night dives nearby
    • Historic Kailua Village and oceanfront dining

    Concierge Services

    Our optional concierge service can assist with planning unforgettable Big Island experiences including snorkeling tours, manta ray night dives, fishing charters, luaus, helicopter tours, grocery delivery, and special occasion arrangements.

    Construction Notice

    Spalling work is scheduled for the Kona Reef A Building from March 25 – April 16, 2026, during which lanais will be inaccessible and construction noise and dust should be expected. Parking may also be limited.

    In addition, exterior concrete repair and painting are part of a property-wide project anticipated between January 5, 2026 and April 13, 2027, which may result in intermittent weekday construction noise elsewhere on property.

    Construction schedules may change and construction-related inconvenience does not qualify for refunds or compensation.

    Additional Information

    Minimum night stay varies seasonally 4–10 nights.
    Non-ADA compliant property.
    Non-smoking.
    No pets allowed.

    Tax ID: TA: 077-277-5936-01
    STVR: STVR-19-364138

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 630 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests must sign and return the rental agreement within 48 hours of booking to avoid cancellation. Contact Property Mgr if the deadline is missed.
Reservation includes Peace of Mind Protection Plan for accidental damages. If declined, a security deposit is required.
Credit cards are accepted with a 3.5% processing fee. ACH (e-check) payments are fee-free and only accepted outside of 30 days prior to arrival.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-077-277-5936-01, GE-077-277-5936-01

About the area

Located on the waterfront, this condo is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center. Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Kailua-Kona travel guide
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a beach with waves and footprints in the sand.
    Honl's Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A tropical beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and red boats docked at a pier.
    Kailua Pier
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • A coastal town with a prominent church steeple, lush palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
    Hulihee Palace
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • A tropical beach with clear blue water, palm trees, and beach umbrellas.
    Kamakahonu Beach
    4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • TK Noodle House
    18 min walk
  • Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar
    4 min walk
  • Don's Mai Tai Bar
    4 min walk
  • Huggo's On The Rocks
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Honl's Beach and Kailua Pier. Don's Mai Tai Bar and Kona Inn Shopping Village are also within 15 minutes.

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🏖️ Kona Reef Condo w/ A/C | Adjacent to Honl's Beach | Walk to Town Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Kris E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

April visit

Views were excellent.
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic View

As advertised it was on the Ocean with a great view and big pool.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darcey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic Location

The Kona Reef has such a great proximity to downtown. We have stayed here three times now and have never had a bad stay. The condos are aging but are in great shape and have everything you need. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and property

We are just getting ready to checkout and sad to leave. We enjoyed the property very much. Comfy bed, nice furnishings inside and out and all the kitchen amenities you need. Also, a very short walk from all kinds of restaurants. We intend to return here in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bie

The view is fantastic! Nice clean condo. Close to town. Lots of fun stuff to use such as chairs umbrella, snorkle gear. Kitchen well stocked. Did not use pool, but looked nice. BBQs which we used a lot. Stayed at Kona Reef before and will stay again. Can’t beat location and price!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean view is magnificent!

We liked the location. The price was right. Many necessities plus more were provided. Some quality updates and decor could make this very basic condo so much nicer. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lori B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We have stayed at Kona Reef a few times. Love the location and close proximity to restaurants and shopping. Love the lanai. Unit itself needs updating. Air conditioner is old and very loud. It was not as clean as other units we have stayed in.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bev D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely ocean front condo

This condo was clean and comfortable and the view was great. My only suggestions would be to add a shelf for a toiletries bag in the bathroom as well as a hand towel bar as the sink/countertop is small. Also, a small dining table inside would be nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Need better instructions on how to use tv. Couch had to be pulled out to sit on then we could not push it back in. The condo was a great location very quiet. View was the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunsets are spectacular from the comfort of the lanai

We've stayed at the Kona Reef several times. The property is perfect for a quick swim and lounge by the pool. The BBQ area is comfortable and inviting. The evening sunset vigil by the residents is a lovely experience. The one bedroom units are cozy for two. We appreciated having some spices, oils and coffee filters from other visitors stays. In January humpbacks cruised on by. The dolphins were a little more shy and or the high surf hid their daily swim by the complex.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most Amazing view. Would definitely stay here again and recommend it to family and friends.

If you’re looking for an amazing view. If you want to be close to the water. If you want to see and hear waves crashing onto the beach. If you want to see beautiful sunsets. This condo is for you!!!!!! We spent every morning and night setting on the lanai watching and listening to the waves. It was everything we had hoped for. The condo was clean and nicely decorated and in good condition. It was well stocked with towels and washcloths and any kitchen supplies we needed. I’ll admit we didn’t need much kitchen supplies since we were on the go most of the time checking out the island so we mainly showered and slept there. It is equipped with a window unit AC in the living room that keeps the area cool. They have some items in the closet like snorkeling gear, beach chairs, pool noodle and body boards for you to use. There’s a nice little beach next door. There is covered parking garage for your car. The condo is within walking distance to several restaurants. The only improvement I can think of is if it also had AC in the bedroom. We noticed the first few nights the bedroom would be a little warm when we first went to bed so we just started turning the AC down a couple hours before bedtime. There is a ceiling fan and a small table fan in the bedroom to help. I read some reviews complaining about the birds making too much noise in the garden outside the bedroom but we never noticed it. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner by chance. She is the sweetest and nice lady.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cate J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice unit

We love the Kona Reef. We’ve been coming for many years and find that the complex is perfect for our needs. The views are fantastic, the sound of the surf is divine and we love that the walk into town is so quick and easy. The part of the complex the unit is in is great. The direct ocean front is of course fantastic. We also like the atrium area that’s between the buildings on this side of the complex. The trees help to keep the bedrooms cooler and it’s wonderful to wake up to birds singing. We were impressed with our dealings with Kona Coast. I reported some maintenance issues and they had them addressed incredibly quickly. The bed was comfortable and it was clean which is always important. This was the 7th Kona Reef unit we’ve stayed in. We very much liked that there wasn’t nearly the decorative clutter we’ve encountered in some of the units. However, it is lacking in some of the touches you tend to find in units where the owners stay in there on a regular basis. It meant that the kitchen wasn’t as well stocked as some. Hooks for things like towels & keys at the entrance would have been nice. I’m of average height and had challenges reaching some things and there’s no step ladder. These are pretty minor issues though. I think that the only thing I didn’t like about the unit was the couch. I really didn’t like it at all. However, we spent most of our time on the lanai so it really wasn’t a problem.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. The balcony set up was so comfortable and the location is close to the pool without it being loud.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful clean and awesome view

Loved this place. Kona Coast Vacations was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return trip!

This was our sevens stay here and we really appreciate the view and the location to town. The unit is clean and well stocked. We looked forward to returning all year and now we are sad we had to leave this place. LOVE IT!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One week in Kona

Had a marvelous time, the condo was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is excellent!! Lanai overlooks the ocean which is wonderful! There are palm trees blocking the sunset so to see it we had to walk down to the grounds. This wasn’t such a bad thing though because it seems that there is always a sunset celebration there. We didn’t choose this property. We were placed here by the Kona coast vacations booking agent because the one that we chose was still under repair. When booking we had been assured that the one we chose would be completed and ready for guests but that wasn’t the case. This was a little disappointing. They did however give a minor discount due to the change and we were placed in a similar room minus the sunset in the same complex but different building. This is the second year that we have stayed in Kona Reef and choose it because of the location. It is easy to walk to Honli beach, enter the ocean and walk to the waterfront area of Kailua Village. This room was clean upon arrival but had a ‘closed up’ smell. The first impression would have been much better had it been freshened up the day we arrived. The kitchen has absolutely everything we needed except food and a water filter pitcher. We didn’t except either of those. Loved the fact that there was everything we needed for a day at the beach as well as laundry soap for doing our laundry.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed it

Great location! Nice condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

We enjoyed out stay and the island! Easy Chick-in and out. Best view!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was perfect for two. Great view of the ocean. Big Turtle in front on most mornings. Could see the spinner dolphins playing and whales every day. Everything worked great. Would stay again at same location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location and even better view! The only complaint is that there is an atrium right outside the window at about 4-430 every morning the birds are chirping for about an hour and sounded like they were in my room! Other than that it was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The condo is amazing! The location is perfect… Just a few minutes walk from town. The view from the balcony is absolutely beautiful! The only negative I saw, the place could use a new air conditioning unit. The radiator on the current unit is rusting onto the balcony and leaves quite a mess.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Condo Neighbors Inconsiderate

We totally enjoyed the stay at the condo on the beach but neighbors inconsiderate allowing doors to slam loudly and talking loudly early in the morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We loved this condo, the view from the lanai ...

Rating Details: I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. I was very happy with the location. The vacation rental was spotless. The property manager was very helpful. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this condo, the view from the lanai was fantastic. We saw cruise ship, submarine and lot of surfers. Also liked the sandy beach right next door to the property. The cost of the condo wasn't over the top good value.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great view and location!

We really enjoyed our stay. Great oceanfront view. Condo is sufficiently stocked for our needs. Sofa bed is comfortable. King bed is awesome! Main complaint is cleanliness. The floors were filthy. It needed to be mopped. We ended up doing the cleaning ourselves. Overall, good stay. Will come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019