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Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles

Condo on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 695.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Place, Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Beaches
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles

This spectacular air-conditioned oceanfront penthouse condo features spacious open beam ceilings and is only 25 feet from the surf crashing on the lava rocks directly below the lanai. Watch surfers launch into the spectacular blue waves of Banyans Beach, one of Kona’s most popular surfing spots. This beautifully remodeled and furnished condo features an oceanfront living room and master bedroom with unparalleled 180 degree ocean views and access to spectacular Kona sea life and sunsets. Your cares dissolve away as warm sun and soothing surf caress your mind and body on the lanai. Enjoy the brilliant blue skies, colorful Hawaiian reef fish, green sea turtles, Humpback whales, spinner dolphins and surfers right from your lanai. In the quiet evening, relax on your lanai and experience the amazing reds and oranges of a spectacular Kona sunset as the huge orb descends into the sea through the softly waving palm fronds. Luxuriate in the master bathroom, walk-in shower and contemporary tile work. The beautiful tile floors throughout, well stocked kitchen with granite countertops and contemporary cabinets and upscale Hawaiian-themed furnishings will make you wish you never had to leave. During the day, slide the 12’-wide doors between the master bedroom and living room aside to enjoy an unrestricted panoramic ocean view from throughout the living area. At night, leave the lanai doors open in the oceanfront master bedroom and living room and be lulled to sleep by the ceaseless caress of the waves on the worn lava rocks below. Gentle ocean breezes keep you cool day and night whether snoozing on the lanai, entertaining friends in your oceanfront paradise or sleeping soundly in your king-size bed.

Amenities include free in-unit password protected WiFi and internet access (500 Mbps download speed), full-size washer and dryer, coffee grinder, ice chests, frozen ice packs, beach chairs, beach towels, beach mats, boogie boards, snorkel gear, children’s beach toys, puzzles, games, two flat screen TVs, iron and ironing board and hair dryer.

Sleeping arrangements include a king-size bed in the oceanfront master bedroom and twin beds in the second bedroom. The living room couch is a queen-size hide-a-bed. The unit sleeps four persons privately (two in the master bedroom and two in the second bedroom) or six if you use the living room hide-a-bed. The master bedroom has it's own bathroom and the second bathroom is adjacent to the guest bedroom.

Resort amenities include free parking, elevator, a large swimming pool with loungers, deck chairs and tables, hot tub/spa, comfortable lobby with wireless Internet, oceanfront gas barbecues, oceanfront lounge chairs on the beach, numerous shallow lava tide pools with green sea turtles, Da Poke Shack (a very popular restaurant for poke), on-site security personnel in the evening, and convenience store (with alcohol sales) across the street. The resort does not allow smoking in any public areas and our unit is also non-smoking.

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Amenities

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Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
On Sunday night, put the big green garbage can out on the edge of the street so it will be emptied early Monday morning.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking is allowed in our condo or on our lanai or any common area of the condo complex except at designated locations.
No pets are allowed in our condo, in the condo complex, or any common area of the condo complex.
Guests shall provide government-issued photo identification prior to final payment via text or email (send a photo of your driver's license).

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GE-187-278-5408-02, TA-187-278-5408-02

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the beach, this condo is in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kailua Pier and Hulihee Palace are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Kailua-Kona Beaches - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Kailua Pier - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 32 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Lava Java - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles have a pool?

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

Is Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Penthouse - AC, Crashing Waves, Spectacular Sunsets, Surfers, Turtles located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holualoa Village condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches. Honl's Beach and Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo right on the ocean. Easy to access with a fully stocked kitchen. Loved having the beach accessories available for use during our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Fantastic stay

This was a wonderful unit and had everything we needed! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Kona

Great place to stay!!!! Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

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

Kona Beach Respite

Excellent property, convenient location, loved the views, very friendly neighbors
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Family fun

The unit is as ocean front as you can get. Loved hearing the ocean all night. It is very well stocked for all ages. Games for kids and tons of beach toys. The kitchen has everything you need. Clean and made for a relaxing stay. Close to town. Parking is tight but very doable for our full size SUV rental. Would stay in this unit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa E., lima

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

Family trip

Great beachfront location that had add the amenities we could ask for. We really enjoyed the beach view and the AC because it was so hot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Excellent Time

The owner was very easy to work with. The condo was just as advertised and extremely well equipped with everything you might need for a Hawaiian vacation. Close to shopping. The view is excellent and we enjoyed watching the surfers and the sunset.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg P.

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

Great home base in Kona!

Plenty of room, clean, easy parking, safe area... condo had plenty of extra things including all kinda of beach equipment. Comfortable sleeping for the for of us and the lanai was the highlight! Great place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthea G.

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

Best view in Kona

We sat on the lanai every morning & evening. We could actually see fish & turtles swimming! Condo had everything we needed.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arun M.

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

Nice stay

The best thing about staying here was being right by the ocean and hearing the waves crash. I also liked how comfortable the beds were and how nice the place was over all. I found that the kitchen was a good size as well. The only issue was that the pool was cold. Mike was a great host and very responsive
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

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

Prime Surfing Viewing Spot

The condo was fantastic. We loved sitting out on the balcony and watching the advanced surfers on the big waves.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alina S.

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

Great spot for family vacation

We had a great time in this apartment. It has everything you need. Kitchen well stocked, beach and snorkeling supplies, a well functioning AC (was pretty hot and sticky when we were there) and more. The grounds are well maintained and there a great poke place on site. Mike provided me with a ton of information about the property and the area, and was very responsive to all of my inquiries.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

cara b., Clovis

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

Updated unit Kona Bali kai

Updated unit. Right on the beach, surfers and whales from balcony. Easy parking , check in and check out. Very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Amazing location

Mike did a fantastic job communicating with us, both over the phone and with helpful info at the condo. The Condo was more beautiful than the pictures. Turtles in the tide pools everyday, viewing fish and even a Ray from the Lanai we highlights. Our family loved the location, close drives to beautiful beaches. We fell in love with the Kona coast and were blessed to use this fantastic condo as our base camp. The property had everything you would need for a great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

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

Our Fantastic Family Vacation

Overall we were very pleased with our stay and would recommend Mike's place to friends and family. Mike is great at communication and very organized. The place was very well stocked. We really enjoyed using the boogie boards. We loved dinners on the balcony watching the sunset. The only thing that could be improved was that one of the twin beds was worn out and squeaking badly. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

Fantastic!!

This unit is well cared for and in a beautiful location. The lanai is fabulous - the view is incredible! When the listing says "crashing waves" they are not kidding. You are right at water's edge looking down at the tidepools and hearing the waves. The owners have thoughtfully provided all that you need for your stay - maps and guides, beach towels, umbrellas, and snorkel gear as well. We would definitely book this unit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim N.

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

Amazing view

The condo has an AMAZING view and we enjoyed sitting on the lanai to watch surfers, sea turtles, fish, and the beautiful sunset. Mike is very responsive and addressed any questions/concerns we had immediately. The condo is very well equipped with everything you need: cooking utensils, spices, laundry detergent, beach equipment (chairs, umbrella, snorkel gears, boogie boards, coolers) and many many more. We would definitely stay again and recommend it to friends. Thanks Mike for sharing your lovely place with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHERIE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and accommodations peaceful.

There were five of us staying in the condo. It is very nicely furnished and equipped. We got off to a shaky start when the office was unexpectedly closed, so a wheelchair was not available. My husband has walking problems, but we managed to get him upstairs to the unit. Thankfully after a call to the owner, someone appeared with a wheelchair for our use the remainder of the stay. That was much appreciated. We spent hours on the lanai watching the tides and sunsets come and go. Our family enjoyed the many beaches and found several snorkeling and board surfing locations nearby. Also the town of Kailuea-Kona is 2 miles away where there was good shopping and eateries abound. Thank you to the owners for making this unit available for us to enjoy.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas I.

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

We Had a Whale of a Time!

If you dislike the sound of pounding surf, spotting countless whales, sea turtles and surfers from your private balcony, this unit is not for you. This was our 18th trip to the islands and our best. We've never seen so many whales. The calves were very entertaining. Mike was great and just a text or phone call away. Everything was as presented. Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Unbeatable View; Great Accommodation!

This condo has everything you could possibly need for a week in Paradise. The cabinets were well stocked with everything from seasonings, to coffee grinder, to tour books, to laundry supplies, etc., etc., etc. And not to mention the view: UNBELIEVABLE! Every evening on the comfortable lanai, watching the sunset. And in the morning, you can watch the surfers. We were a group of three women, and the fact the 2nd bedroom door wouldn’t close b/c the bed is too long, wasn’t a problem, nor would the open door be a problem for a family. The location is ideal. It’s out of the tourists’ main stream, and there’s handy transportation into town. After touring around and being “in town”, this is a welcomed retreat at the end of a busy day. Very, very comfortable for “chillin’”. And the pool is a lovely addition. I hope we can return! Thnx, Mike!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jill S.

We had a great time staying in Mike's Condo!

We had a great time in Mike's condo! The condo had everything we needed and we spent many hours on the Lanai enjoying the ocean, surfers, turtles and tides. Convenient location to town and activities and we never needed AC, ceiling fans in every room also. Since it was my birthday I was able to stay in the master bedroom which faces the ocean and loved falling asleep to the sound of the waves every night! My girlfriends who stayed in the back bedroom did have some complaints about noise as the condo is on Ali'i drive. I am thinking that the condo is probably better suited to a couple with children. Nevertheless, we had a great time and Mike was very helpful with planning our trip, even sending us a fantastic book, Big Island Revealed before our visit. Lots of information in the condo also about places to visit and restaurants. Thanks so much Mike!!

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in and parking were SUPER easy thanks to the detailed instructions provided to us. The unit had THE BEST views. It was clean and had everything you could need or want on vacation. The area felt safe and was relatively close to shops, farmer's markets and more. The complex was quiet. Friendly people all around. The owner was quick to respond if we needed anything.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo was very nice. The master bedroom and living room open onto a beautiful Oceanfront Lanai. Everything you need for the beach is provided, including coolers, towels, umbrella, etc. The garage is being remodeled. The condo was stocked with seasonings for food, cold filtered water in the refrigerator, and usable food in the pantry. It took a while for the air conditioner to cool the unit after we arrived. The AC unit is small.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You can’t beat the location of this unit (top floor). Breathtakingly beautiful view of the ocean just a few paces from the water. Gorgeous sunsets, calming waves, lots of fish and spinning dolphins and other creatures of the sea. We’ve been to Kona Bali Kai twice now, and we’re coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mike Gaudette

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We are native Oregonians and began vacationing in Hawaii about 20 years ago. We loved the islands so much we came back more and more often. We initially bought a one-bedroom condo in 2006 at Kona Bali Kai, across the street from the beach with no ocean view. We live on the Oregon coast, but rarely go to the beach; so, when we decided to buy a larger condo we wanted to be right on the beach - and you can't get any closer than our condo at Kona Bali Kai. We love sharing Hawaii with our kids, grandkids and many friends.

Why they chose this property

We live on the often rainy Oregon coast and didn't want to come to Hawaii and be in the rain. The dry Kona coast is perfect for our vacations. And the nearly constant trade winds keep our condo cool day and night. Kona Bali Kai is perfectly situated along Ali'i Drive. It's close enough to old town Kailua-Kona for a refreshing walk into town, but not close enough to have a lot of unwanted traffic or commercial activity. And, of course, you can't get any closer to the beach than at the Kona Bali Kai and where else can you watch surfers and sea life all day long from your lanai?

What makes this property unique

We love our 4th floor unit with open-beam ceilings that create a feeling of spaciousness We love that there is a panoramic view of the ocean and surfers from anywhere in the unit. We love the way the sun sets every night right between the palm trees off our lanai and how we can sit on the lanai and watch surfers, whales (in season) and turtles. The remodeled baths and walk-in showers are beautiful. We love to play games and spend time at the beach in Hawaii, so the unit is fully equipped with games and beach accessories, including children's play toys.

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