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Quite Simply THE BEST Kona Reef Oceanfront.

Beachfront condo with kitchen and patio

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Really... you can't get anymore oceanfront.
You are just a few yards from the blue Pacific.
And footsteps from the pool.
Enjoy awesome sunsets ...even when inside, bathed in cool, central A/C.
Let the sounds of the sea serenade you in the relaxing reading corner.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 458.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Kailua Pier
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Wharf
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Quite Simply THE BEST Kona Reef Oceanfront.

You have just found your own personal, tropical hideaway … a spectacular, ocean-front designer condo literally just steps away from the crystal blue Pacific Ocean!

A look at the video tour will tell it all. The link to the video tour is located by clicking the screen or arrow to the left of the main picture above. A picture is worth a thousand words, and a video is worth a thousand pictures!

This is elegant tropical living at its best, with a king-size bed (and premium mattress), slate floors, granite countertops, gourmet kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, central air conditioning, Travertine bath with a raised vessel sink, and tropical touches throughout.

The convenient, ground floor location means you have paradise at your feet: Merely stroll 20 yards out from the lanai (patio) and you’re standing in the ocean, with a picturesque white sand beach cove just a few more feet down to your left. Or go 30 feet out the front door to the pool. No winding staircases or out-of-the-way elevators.

As you would expect in a condo this luxurious, it is fully equipped with everything you could need for a comfortable stay: A fully equipped kitchen, with a full array of utensils, including BBQ accessories. A washer and dryer right in the unit makes sure you feel right at home. We expect you to return often, as most of our guests do. The Kona Reef is the most convenient location in Kona, and this is the ultimate unit at the Kona Reef.

So sit back and enjoy spectacular sunsets as daredevil surfers and playful dolphins dodge sea turtles right in front of you,... as all of you keep a keen lookout for humpback whales when they are in town.

And then ask yourself: after traveling thousands of miles to get here, was it worth a few extra dollars per night to spend your time in a place just as beautiful as the paradise that surrounds it? Of course it was, but we are actually priced lower than many other units, which shows that sometimes the best actually costs less.

Since we have multiple units, we are most likely able to fill your needs and the dates that you need. If the dates you want are not available, then click the 'View Our Other Rentals Listings' below the map, or visit our website for the availability of other units. We are likely to have the dates available that you need. Our availability calendar is always up to date, and you can use the 'Book It Now' option to confirm your dates without delay.

Email us with any of your questions and we will be happy to give you a prompt response. We look forward to having you stay with us, and your return. Hawaii registration #W-01269720-01







Keywords: Condominium, Kona, Kona Reef

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 750180710005, TA-091-889-2544-01, GE-091-889-2544-01

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this condo is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kailua-Kona Wharf and Swing Zone are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
Map
Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kailua Pier - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Pizza - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Quite Simply THE BEST Kona Reef Oceanfront. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Quite Simply THE BEST Kona Reef Oceanfront. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quite Simply THE BEST Kona Reef Oceanfront.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quite Simply THE BEST Kona Reef Oceanfront.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quite Simply THE BEST Kona Reef Oceanfront. located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Honl's Beach, St. Michael The Archangel Church and Kona Inn Shopping Village. Kona Farmers Market and Moku‘aikaua Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 224 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Felita E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was just the perfect spot. Beautiful sunsets every night. Close proximity to restaurants and shops. We have a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed our stay at "Hale'ohe." The condo is very thoughtfully and tastefully decorated and had everything we needed. In unit washer and dryer access was great. Enjoying coffee and cocktails oceanside on the patio was a highlight, as were the sunsets as you can see from the photos I have included. Perfect location, short walking distance from shops, bars and some delicious restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Fabulous!!

We were so pleased with this condo! The air conditioning was awesome to have. The view of the ocean just couldn’t be beat! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice condo. Beautiful view. The kitchen is well stocked. The primary bed was very comfortable. Check in info given in advance and accurate.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Great location

Close to shops, restaurants, the ocean, and the pool. Well equipped, very comfortable. The property host was awesome, and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sue Childers

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

Beautiful location

The location is perfect. Walked easily to restaurants and town. Fantastic ocean views
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob Z.

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

Great Location!

The condo was just like the pictures and was very clean! The location is amazing and the ac is definitely a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Clifford H.

A wonderful stay.

This was our third stay at the Kona Reef. This unit, right at surf side, was great. Will definitely look for it again on our next visit.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Paridise on the ocean in Kona!!!

If you ever wanted to vacation right on the ocean in an Awesome Tommy Bahama themed condo this is the one. Only walking distance from the heart of Kona this place was Amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

David T., Loveland, CO

Great location, well equipped, classy decor...

will come again, what else is there to say.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Kona stay

The property was exactly as listed . The bed was very comfortable. Short walk into restaurants in Kona. With the screen door we listened to the waves. I would stay here again if I return to the big island.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Perfect location and tasteful decor

Loved the bamboo themed decor; location and building including other tenants was awesome. Such nice people we met and we really loved the apartment. Watched surfers out front daily and saw a spinner dolphin one day too, jumping multiple times. Great vacation
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Nice unit.

Great apartment, great resort. I like the east side of the big island better, but if I came back to the west, I'd stay here again! The proximity to the little beach was what made this unit great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Angelica W., Sechelt, B.C.

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

Kona Reef

Lovely condo, incredible view, so close to the ocean. Loved having coffee in the morning on the lanai, watching for humpbacks, saw some as well as spinner dolphins. Well stocked unit. Good location, short walk into town. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel S.

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

Utterly amazing!

In a cliche- paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

Getaway by the ocean

A perfect pre-– holiday getaway spot, in the center of everything. Walking distance into town, to restaurants and shopping. And tasteful vintage Hawaiian feel and thoughtful accommodations. Only real issue was with a sliding patio door that did not slide without two people leaning into the job. Once open, however, breakfast outside with and afternoon relaxation with soothing sound of the waves as a backdrop was heavenly.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Kona

The property was awesome. View is amazing. Watching whales breaching from the patio and the nightly sunsets was outstanding. Amazing restaurants within walking distance of property. Most things were close to the property. Kona country club is right down the road a bit if you plan on golfing. Ken if you can DM me. There’s a problem in your future
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mark E.

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

Nice Oceanfront Stay

The condo is the best remodel/layout in Kona Reef. Really nice with the full HVAC system and up-to-date appliances. It just needs a refresh - new towels, new rugs, new dishes, etc., and a deep clean. I wouldn't say these issues would stop me from staying there, but it hampers the feel of what is otherwise an amazing place!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Beautifully Designed Oceanfront Condo

This is a beautifully appointed condo with oceanfront living! It looks of a professionally designed space with contemporary needs, is appropriately themed and very comfortable. The location of the property is great as it is walking distance to shoppin, restaurants and activities - AND there is plenty of covered parking - great for keeping your car out of the sun. Be sure to watch the sunsets from the lanai! The owners are wonderful, very thoughtful and super responsive about our questions - it was our first time using VRBO. The unit information was perfect and property check-in was a breeze. We loved the unit so much that we cared for it as if it was our own so that it remains in great shape for others to enjoy - we definitely would want to come back to this unit again and again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JoVonne M.

Great home base for the adventure of a lifetime.

The Big Island has so much to offer, and this location proved to be a very central location for all of our day trips. We enjoyed eating meals on the lanai while watching surfers and sunsets. (Just be sure you turn off the AC while you sit out there, because it is quite loud.) We loved having the washer/dryer, the covered parking, the large beach towels, and the AC. The shower was a bit of a challenge as the design allows water to cover the floor in front of the toilet, but the office gave us extra towels to soak it up. One suggestion would be to put a mirror in the bedroom, as the only one is over the bathroom sink. I wouldn't suggest trying to put four adults here, as there is not enough storage room, but it would be perfect for two, maybe three.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Perfect view of the ocean !

The room was very nice, decorated with a Bamboo theme. The kitchen was well equipped with everything but food. Washer and dryer available to keep your laundry clean and fresh. The bed was really comfy. The lanai was a favorite place to sit to watch the surfers, parasailors, cruise ships and the waves crash on shore. We enjoyed the swimming pool and jacuzi. The only problem we had was actually locating the unit when we first arrived as well as trying to locate the best place to park. I am slightly handicapped and specifically chose a ground floor unit, unfortunately there was a small flight of 5 or 6 stairs that I did need to use going to and from the unit. It was not advertised as handicap accessible, I only mention this in case you are like me and assuming a ground floor room would be easy to get to. We would definitely rent this room again.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Brad R.

Inexpensive condo option in the heart of Kona

This condo was in a great location to experience the hustle and bustle of Kona. We decided to forgo a traditional resort on the Big Island because we had a ton of excursions planned around the island. The location was a great, centralized spot to call home base for five days. Tons of dining and drinking options around -- but Kona is definitely more tourist trap than relaxed luxury resort. The view from the lanai was incredible. We were able to hear the roar of the ocean at all times -- extraordinarily relaxing. The pool was nice, and the BBQ areas were used quite a bit by guests. The condo itself was a bit dark. The eastern facing side of the building where the bedroom is didn't get much natural light because of the garden area. It was actually nice to have the darkness because of trying beat the jet lag. Living area was comfortable and nicely appointed, but there isn't a lot of room for entertaining more than about two or three people. My biggest complaint was the quality of the bed. The bed squeaked loudly with every movement, and the pillows were absolutely terrible. There were also tons of mosquitos in the condo -- I was eaten alive the entire time I was there. You can see the remains of squashed mosquitos on the ceiling in the bathroom. Better than cockroaches -- which we only saw dead one of in the outdoor common area -- but certainly a nuisance. Not sure we'd stay there again, but would certainly recommend to others. Thanks for allowing us to stay. We had a wonderful time on the Big Island!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely oceanfront condo with amazing sunset views! Loved falling asleep every night listening to the ocean waves crashing very nearby. Pool/hot tub/BBQ just steps away and conventionally located close to restaurants/bars. Will definitely stay again when heading back to the Big Island!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach view, nice patio and living space. Easy to walk to restaurants and town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room was clean. View was beautiful. Location is good. Getting to the actual room was a little tricky. Go to the lower garage and go to through the back door. Down 4 steps. That’s the easiest way in. Our room was very cool which is important to us for sleeping. Lighting was great. The host was responsive. The only thing we noted was the washer had a very musty smell and shows some rust. Still works but some people might be sensitive to that. Overall I would absolutely stay here again. Walking distance to local places.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kenneth Peters

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Hawaii Reg (B) GE/TAT Licensed Hawaii Broker that owns and manages units at the Kona Reef. (R)

Why they chose this property

It’s by far the most convenient oceanfront condo in all of Kona. Makes it easy to monkey around.

What makes this property unique

Steps to the ocean and town. Yet also sequestered and quiet. It is an oceanfront hideaway.

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English

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