Karen L.
July 2024
Condo was in a good location and easy to access. Had all that we needed.. kept very nice. Beautiful view… fun to watch the surfers taking on those waves, while we sat on our balcony enjoying breakfast. Host was quick to respond with any questions we had. Very enjoyable week! Did have an ac unit in bedroom by balcony, which we did utilize because of allergies, and it did keep master and main area cool. Bedroom off hallway was a little stuffier but there was a fan to help pull air thru. We bring most of our ocean toys but they did have lots of items to borrow if you don’t pack your own. My only suggestion would be to add stronger lamps/lighting in bedrooms. Was a great stay and would book again!
leah w.
July 2024
This is our 3rd year staying at Banyan Tree (in 3 different units) and we are more in love with this place than ever. The location is amazing- the view never gets old. We even utilized the free trolly bus to go into town- the stop is just across the street. This unit was clean, seemed much roomier and had more usable space for our family of 4- especially the kitchen. Bob was wonderful to work with and very available if we needed him. Bonus- this place had a very well stocked ‘beach supply’ closet with a cooler and chairs and snorkel gear.
Jan B.
June 2024
My two 12-year-old granddaughters and I had the perfect spot for our Kailua Kona vacation! One of the most beautiful spots I’ve ever stayed in! Thank you! 🌺
Kenny W.
May 2024
This is a great location, and the ocean view from the living room and lanai/patio are incredible. Locals surf the waves right below the windows, so you could sit there for hours just watching them catch the waves. We had another condo unit in this same complex with family at the same time, and we preferred this lanai for coffee each morning, as this patio was slightly larger than our other condo.
This unit did fell a little outdated, but still very comfortable and we had no issues at all during our stay. The owner, Bob was just a phone call away if we needed anything.
There are multiple snorkeling spots within a 3-5 minute drive of this condo.
The only part that had me raise an eyebrow was the amount of rules the HOA has put in place for this complex. There were 7 pages of rules posted in the elevator, you actually have to ride the elevator a few times to be able to read through everything. There's even a sign at the pool that states, "No Marco/Polo or any games to be played at the pool". Though none of the posted rules affected our trip negatively, it just felt a little uninviting or uncomfortable at times, like the board at the HOA doesn't like that owners rent out their units.
Cathy R.
January 2024
Well supplied kitchen. Air conditioning was broken and it was very warm in the back bedroom. Partition between master bed and living ving area was broken. The view made up for it all.
LISA T.
November 2023
Unit is a little dated but has all the necessities! Communication with the owner was excellent and he was very accommodating to a last minute change to my stay dates. The housekeeping was not up to standards - dried coffee spills on the kitchen counters and a stopped up sink in one bathroom. There were some cleaning products on hand and after a 30 minute wipe down of the counters and bathrooms I was able to relax. Would return to this unit again.
Gregory
July 2023
Excellent location and the view is spectacular. Will return on the future!
Lisa W.
July 2023
This unit had a phenomenal view and was very clean and well stocked. This property was in a really good location as well with easy access to many restaurants and activites.
Kathleen C.
July 2023
Perfect spot to explore west side of the Big Island, gorgeous soothing ocean view and sounds.
ramanand
July 2023
The view was fabulous, and all the amenities and the proximity to the city center was also great.
Brad G.
April 2023
The unit was clean, updated, and full of everything you need on vacation. Waking up every morning to the sound of the ocean while surfers rode waves nearby was something we'll never forget. The location is super convenient, and we made many a trip across the street for drinks and snacks at the market. Of all the amazing food we had on the island, Da Poke Shack was our favorite. Maybe we are biased because it's literally right next door, but we made three trips! We mostly had the pool to ourselves and really enjoyed spending a few "happy hours" there.
Janice and Roland K.
March 2023
The perfect small quiet condo complex, a few miles from Kailua-Kona. Pristine views of ocean, great pool and common areas. Covered parking easy to get in and out of garage. Secure elevator. 2 bedroom and 2 bath. We were there in March and did not need a/c. But there is 1 small unit in living space above lanai doors. Very comfortable and clean and great for 4 people. The little convenience store across the street is great!! We will be back! Thank you Bob!
Ann L.
March 2023
Great place wonderful view every morning and sunset in the evening!
Olga N.
December 2022
Place is clean and spacious. Has all needed equipment. Close to everything. The balcony is the best part. We loved our stay
Alexis C.
December 2022
Everything I expected and more! Amenities were great and had all the conveniences of being at home.
adam j.
October 2022
We spent 10 days and loved every minute at this property. It’s a perfect location for exploring North or South and centrally located for beaches and shops. If you’re looking to hunker down, the sunsets come to you every day.
Jerome R.
October 2022
You will never tire of sitting on the lanai every morning with your cup of coffee watching the surfers and the fish in the waves as they roll in. The location is far enough from the hustle ans bustle but close to the beaches and the night life. To say the condo was well stocked with the things you need to make a meal is an understatement. It was a joy not to have to purchase every little thing you might need to make a meal. And the toy closet!!! So much beach and swim and snorkel items to mention. This is a great place to visit and to re-visit!
laurel and paul f.
September 2022
Great views of the ocean and surfers from the 4th floor penthouse. Comfortable, clean accommodations. A good location, not right in the middle of the busy and noisy main shopping area of Kailua-Kona.
Rick & Monique E.
August 2022
Peaceful, great place to stay. The couple of issues we had were handled with aplomb and we appreciated that very much.
David D.
August 2022
Everything about Bob’s place is fantastic - the clean, spacious rooms, the amazing view from both main room and sleeping area, closet stocked with useful snorkel gear, and perfect location in Kona made for a wonderful 25th anniversary trip. He was quick to respond with questions, and it’s a much better deal than a getting a tiny, overpriced hotel room. Thank you Bob!
kelly f.
August 2022
We had the pleasure of staying at bob’s Kona condo. It was such a lovely experience. Bob was super communicative and helpful. The condo was perfect for our family!! We enjoyed sitting on the lanai eating dinner, watching the historic waves, and enjoying the beautiful sunset!!
Lynsey M.
May 2022
This property was great! Absolutely beautiful views of the ocean. We loved watching the surfers every morning. Very close to downtown shops and restaurants. The condo had absolutely everything we needed. It was very nice to have beach chairs and umbrella. Very clean and organized. Loved the book of recommendations for restaurants. We had an absolutely wonderful week of vacation. Only wish we could stay longer!
shannon b.
April 2022
Truly wonderful unit. The view was stunning and felt so very private for the islands. It was wonderful place to listen to the waves crashing all night and then wake up and watch surfers in the morning. Each minute we were in the unit we enjoyed our vacation experience.
Cinda W.
March 2022
This property is well located to restaurants and shopping. We enjoyed much of our time sitting on the lanai experiencing the ocean and beautiful sunsets. It delivered for what was advertised and was a very comfortable stay for two couples.
Terence H.
March 2022
Very adequate condo. We were 2 couples, friends, so we utilized both bedrooms and bathrooms. Loved hearing the waves crashing on the shore all night long. Bob was excellent with communication and we did not experience any issues. Kitchen was fine, although we chose to eat out every day. It should be noted that neither bathroom is on-suite. A bit lacking in privacy. The bedroom lacks good ventilation, so can be stuffy at night, as the air conditioner unit is not located there. We enjoyed the hot tub and saw turtles at the nearby beach. The condo supplies a beach umbrella and beach chairs and 3 boogie boards- very nice! Snorkels leaked, so were unusable. We had a wonderful and relaxing vacation on the Big Island!
Debbie W.
February 2022
Everything about this place exceeded all expectations. Owners were always responsive to any and all my questions and concerns during and prior to our stay. A perfect vacation!!!
Jaime B.
January 2022
Great location and great property. The condo had everything you needed- beach chairs, a cooler, snorkel stuff. There were also several tips of where to visit and eat. We can’t wait to come back.
Matthew J.
January 2022
Absolutely loved this oceanfront unit and wish we had booked it for more days. Great communication by owner, and everything as described / depicted. The best part was drinking coffee on the balcony and watching the early surfers. Would book again. Mahalo.
Lindsay G.
January 2022
We were cautious as there had been a tremendous storm days before our arrival but all went well. The condo is quiet and well located. The sliding partition was ideal to provide air flow throughout the main area in the evening. The property was generously stocked with beach chairs, etc that were much appreciated. We didn't use the pool due to being busy ocean swimming but it looked nice. Regrettably the hot tub was in need of attention so we gave it a pass. Beds and furniture are comfortable and nothing was lacking. Would definitely recommend.
Sandy L.
December 2021
This condo has everything you could possibly want to enjoy your stay on the Big Island! We stayed for eight days and enjoyed seeing the amazing sunsets, sea turtles and surfers right from the lanai. Our daughter spent hours in the pool while we relaxed. The condo is just as described, with everything you’d need to enjoy your stay. The mini market across the street was very convenient. The park next to the building offered a lot of local flavor. It was also great working with Bob, the owner, as he was very responsive and easy to work with. I highly recommend renting directly from the owner vs property management company. Again, the view was outstanding and couldn’t have been more pleased with the entire experience.
Shelly M.
November 2021
This condo was perfect. It was clean and quiet with a beautiful view. There is a reserved spacious parking spot that goes with it. The owners were very helpful too. I can't wait to go back!
Janet L.
October 2021
Awesome condo - the view is fabulous, location is very convenient, and the condo is beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here while honeymooning. The condo is well equipped for cooking and outdoor activities, we particularly enjoyed having beach chairs and beach towels to use during our stay. They also have boogie boards and snorkel gear. This is a place we plan to return to on future visits.
Mike D.
October 2021
The property was Amazing! Everything you need is here Right on the ocean. We will definitely be coming back!! Shirley DeMarco
Jordan G.
October 2021
Overall: Good experience, good location, happy stay
Cleanliness: Space felt clean, but there was a little dust buildup on the ceiling fans and A/C units
Accuracy: The overhead A/C unit is only in the master bedroom which we weren't aware of until arriving. Smaller of the two bedrooms needed two portable A/C units and the ceiling fan to make due. Other than that it was generally very accurate in comparison to the pictures and description.
Location: Close to Kona and Kahalu'u by car but not ideal for walking/strolling around.
Communication: Bob communicated well. Effective and thorough communicator, answered all of my questions. Didn't feel very warm though, however never rude just to be clear. Felt like a business.
Chris S.
September 2021
Overall, this is a great property. Every morning I enjoyed coffee on the porch and watched the surfers. The waves are soothing. The property, as a whole is nice and quiet. The unit is outfitted nicely and we had what we needed. The A/C was a must for us, it was quite hot in August. The front bedroom didn't benefit much from the A/C, and they were uncomfortable at night. We did use fans to blow some air from the hallway into them, which helped. The sunsets are gorgeous. The pool is lovely and the view of the ocean is magnificent. The hot tub was also great and I used that a few times after long hard hikes to unwind. You can walk across the street to get a necessity, or drive to Walmart/Safeway/Costco for more. We enjoyed cooking most of our meals here, taking sandwiches to go for a day at the beach. Owners are nice and have thought of many things to make the stay very pleasant.
David G.
September 2021
View. View. View. View. Did I say view?
Fantastic place, easy check in and check out, prompt and clear communication. Thank you !
Also, there is an amazing view from the Lanai.
Tiffany S.
August 2021
It was so nice we had a hard time leaving to go sightseeing.
Anna M.
June 2021
The property has an amazing view and great location! It’s only 0.9 miles walk from yellow sand beach . You can watch best sunsets from balcony high overlooking the ocean. I would stay there again!
Nickie B.
June 2021
And get away from my sister and I Right at the water surge beautiful sunset water was so clear we could see the yellow tang from the balcony minutes from town
Kelly D.
June 2021
We booked our stay here and had to change it twice due to Covid. Bob was very kind and changed our booking for the four of us and it was a beautiful view(as everyone says) outside the end of his condo. There were some issues with the large ceiling fans and space fans not working in the back bedroom so we had to use the air conditioning to keep it cool at times. It also needs some minor repairs and a few more kitchen pots to cook in since we cooked many meals due to restaurants being closed during Covid. It DOES HAVE A KILLER VIEW!! And we enjoyed watching the surfing, sunsets, and eating on the small balcony. Bob said he would fix the items but at that point, we had figured out how to monitor the sea breezes and air conditioner so we were fine . Overall, it just needs some TLC. We had a nice time, there!
Dorothy
December 2019
The unit had two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area looked directly out onto the water with surfers, and all sorts of water sports. We could watch the fish in the water, listen to the waves and see the boats stop to watch the spinner dolphins.
We were able to cook in the well stocked kitchen and there was a washer/dryer so we didn’t need to pack so many clothes.
As with any property in Hawaii it needs to have the owner’s constant attention to deterioration but thankfully it’s their problem not the renters.
In all we really appreciated this property.
Mark S.
May 2017
#405 in the Banyon Tree complex (4 floors and about 20 units) has it all. Sunset views, surfer views, ocean breezes, the constant sound of the waves breaking on the rocks below you, an oceanside pool, easy reserved parking and a great location. Bob and Rhonda have thought of every detail and are a pleasure to deal with. The unit is very clean and well appointed. We can't wait to go back.
Michael G.
May 2017
We had a absolutely wonderful trip! Enjoyed everything from the restaurants in Kona, to the beaches north of the city and the snorkeling to the south. Great location, very clean and cozy accomodations, wonderful view of the ocean and surfers and a very pleasant experience communicating with the condo owner. Couldn't be any happier!
David C.
May 2017
Have been coming to the Big Island for over 15 years. This oceanfront condo is centrally located on Ali'i Drive, is well appointed and operated by an attentive owner. Oh, ya, the sunset and view of the best surf spot on the Big Island are right outside your lanai.
Joseph H.
April 2017
Bob was friendly and easy to deal with. The condo was spotless and it's easy to see that the owners care about keeping it in tip-top shape. Bob and Ronda have thoughtfully provided all household wares as well as the beach equipment needed - evening a guidebook to the island! The location is superb - right on the shore overlooking Banyan's, a popular surf spot. The condo complex has a pool and hot tub. It's easy to get around from where the condo is located - not far from great beaches and snorkeling, and just a quick drive to Kailua. There is a small market across the street and delicious poke at Da Poke Shack just a few steps away. By and large, the evening trade winds cool things off nicely, however as a future upgrade, two or three wall-mounted ductless air conditioning units might merit consideration. Overall this is a great value and I would recommend it to others.
Ann W.
April 2017
This breezy, comfortable, casually elegant apartment served us beautifully on a week's stay in Kona. Both the living room and the master bedroom open to the lanai so you are never far from the sound of the waves and a wide view of the sea. Apparently the big wave in front of the Banyon Tree is a classic surfing site, and it's fun to watch any time from dawn to dusk. The apartment is meticulously kept, and the hosts provide excellent snorkeling equipment and lots of toys for venturing out to nearby beaches. We go to Kona every year or two to visit family and hope to stay in this serene retreat again.
February 2017
Another wonderful vacation in this perfect condo.
All the amenities, a perfect location on the 4th floor for watching all the activities on the water. Couldn't ask for more. We plan on returning again and again. Bob and Rhonda are very accommodating and want their guests to have a great experience, and we always do.
Kathryn K.
January 2017
This condo exceeded the condo description-what can I say--the view, the condo, location, well equipped rooms along with beach and water sport equipment all were wonderful. Every day, from sunrise to sunset, the surfers were right outside with wonderful views. Get ready for the evening sunsets. Bob is a delight to work with and sent wonderful instructions. We enjoyed our 10 day stay over the 2016 holidays and hope to return another time. I have already recommended this condo to several of my NYC and CT friends.
Michael G.
September 2016
I was super impressed by this condo, clean, and comfortable. The location was perfect, can't beat the sounds of crashing waves. We were close enough to all the touristy stuff, but far away not to deal with all the people. Condo was very large, it was only 2 of us. The condo could easily have 6 people in it comfortably. The views were amazing right outside on your private lanai, I could see fish, and even saw a turtle from 4 stories up. The kitchen had all we needed for our snacking we did, we ate out most days/nights. I could see you could cook full meals there if you wanted to. The pool area was clean, right on the water, and they have 2 grills down there if you wanted to BBQ. The wifi worked great for the work I had to do. Plenty of covered parking in the garage below building. There even was a little store across the street that sold wine, beer, and snacks. Bob was even kind enough to let us check in a bit early, and check out a couple hours later than his usual time. I own several properties which I have on VRBO, Bob does it like I do. I would not hesitate, and will rent again from Bob.
Mike
Vanessa K.
September 2016
Kona side for the Queen Lilokalani Outrigger race and needed a good location close to downtown. We picked the condo for the view and I was hesitant because I didn't think the movable wall would be private enough traveling with another couple, I was pleasantly mistaken. It was perfect. Our hosts were in contact well before our stay, I did not have to ask for anything it was all provided including instructions and directions so we were never left wanting. Our friends were fantastic as well which helps but I would highly recommend this condo, it was clean, well equipped, near to all including The Poke Shop (yep, delicious). I would say bring your surfboard if you are a seasoned surfer (mine was wishing he had) we all had a blast watching the surfers mostly locals. Just as photographed the rocks below welcomed us with Aloha until the water washed it away with big surf. All in all, a 10. Note: in HI most outsides of buildings are not fancy and look rundown- this is weather issue and does not reflect the overall condition of the inside so go in, relax and watch the surf from bed, living room or the lanai and enjoy Hawaii! We will be back.
Edward M.
August 2016
Everything needed for a comfortable stay was waiting for us. The condo is very well equipped and extremely clean. Great base for our daily adventures around the island. Da Poke Shack Shouldn't be missed and just a two minute walk. The sunset view from the lanai was amazing, Dolphins every morning, and surfers all day. Couple good snorkling spots within a five minute walk, colorful fish and sea turtles too. Thanks Bob & Ronda, we had a great vacation.
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