Pam T.
August 2024
This Kona Reef condo unit C31 was a great stay. Very centrally located to everything. The host was very communacative and check in/out very easy. Central ac was a big plus and the unit was well supplied. We loved it and were very comfortable there. Beautiful lanai space with great ocean view. We highly recommend
Steph B.
July 2024
My husband and I had never been to Hawaii before our trip to the Big Island. When I saw our condo at Kona Reef- I knew we had to stay there. The booking process was simple, Conrad answered all my questions within less than an hour, and all the instructions from how to get to the condo from the airport to accessing the condo, etc., were clear and easy to understand.
Our stay was amazing. The condo had everything we needed. The kitchen has plenty of cookware, there is beach gear including an umbrella (very handy), and a large cooler and ice packs that were great for our daily outings.
We like to grill so the area by the pool that offers a common area with grills and seating provided the perfect space for us to spend our evenings while watching the sun set. Ahhhh the sunsets- like nothing we’d ever seen.
If you are considering this condo- do it! You won’t regret it. Great area, the property has a great feel, it’s within walking distance to the village which has great food, coffee shops, farmers markets, and shopping.
We will 100% be back!
Deborah P.
July 2024
Great property for our stay! Pool was lovely- refreshing in the heat. The condo had a fully stocked kitchen, complete with storage containers, so that we could cook (grill) at home when we wanted to. Quiet, except for the waves and local birds♡. Thank you!
GWEN M.
June 2024
My husband and I came to the big island for the first time to visit our daughter who is currently living there. The location was perfect; close enough to downtown that we were able to walk there multiple times a day if we wanted. The unit was clean and had plenty of amenities, not to mention the view of the ocean from the lanai where we spent most of our time. Conrad was very helpful and answered our questions right away. We will definitely stay there when we come again for a visit!
August S.
January 2024
Great place to stay, easy to get in and out of property and great view of the ocean.
Patty L.
January 2024
We loved our stay at this condo. We loved the updates, style, cleanliness, pool, and location with the beach and town close by. We have been to Kona many times and this was one of our favorite places to stay. It was a warm and friendly atmosphere!
Janine B.
January 2024
My husband and I greatly enjoyed our stay here. The ocean views and sunsets from the balcony were stunning. The attention to detail in this condo with so many nice touches really enhanced our stay. Excellent hosts with great communication! We look forward to returning in the future.
Elizabeth F.
October 2023
From the moment we arrived, we felt at home. Conrad and Denise provided written instructions for us, which were very useful. Their suggestions covered every question we had,from who to contact with questions about the condo and property, to recommending excursions, and shopping.
Their condo looks exactly the as posted on VRBO, and was clean and comfortable. We did not want to leave! Our next trip to Kailua-Kona, to visit family we hope this condo is available.
Jennifer G.
September 2023
My husband and I had a wonderful time staying in Kona Reef condos this past week. The weather was beautiful, the views from the room spectacular and the unit itself was comfortable and cozy. It was so easy to walk from the unit into town for dinner and shopping. The pool was clean and while busy, there was always seating available. The condo was well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. We could keep the doors/windows open to hear the ocean and take in the breezes during the day. Road noise was minimal as the bedroom backs up toward the street side. Bed was super comfortable but bring an eye mask if you are sensitive to light because the condo complex keeps the outside lights on all night and it gets a little bright in the bedroom.
We didn’t use the beach next to the condo because we preferred the white sand beaches on Kauna’oa Bay - about 50 minutes north of here. Highly recommend taking a ride up this way. Also, don’t miss the Volcanic National park. We were lucky enough to be there when Kilauea erupted! Stop and spend some time at Punalu’u Black sand beach if you head south. Great trip overall and pleased to use the condo as our home away from home. Will definitely stay here again in our next trip to the big island!
Travis A.
September 2023
Great view and great location
Christine K.
September 2023
Get the best of both world with a spectacular ocean view as well as people watch over the pool (I also like to scope out the pool before going down so this was perfect). It’s the little things that matter and it’s obvious that the owners of this condo also use it for their pleasure as well. I had everything I needed for my stay and it was very clean and comfortable. Definitely will stay here again is available.
Joana C.
August 2023
We enjoyed our time in Kona! The condo is as described and had everything you could need. The best part was the location. We walked to town everyday and enjoyed restaurants, shopping and sunsets.
Ernest H.
August 2023
Well-appointed condo was exactly as advertised, with view of pool, ocean, and surfers from the lanai. Wi-Fi worked, check-in and check-out were easy. Property very well maintained, lots of workers daily. Very convenient, easy walk to downtown for meals, though kitchen was well-equipped.
Pre-visit information provided by owner was extensive and helpful. He was very responsive to questions and concerns.
Altogether, a great place to stay and take advantage of the remarkable diversity of the Big Island!
Julie J.
August 2023
Place was very clean with a nice pool and hot tub, also close beach access.
ruth s. S.
July 2023
Fantastic lanai ocean view- this condo is well kitted out the ac on both lounge & bedroom are a must in July .
Beautiful sunsets and conch blowing every night .
Easy to walk to town .
Appreciated the extra pantry items , but it needed an electric kettle .
Check in was super easy .wish we had stay longer
Michael A.
February 2023
This is an excellent choice for a Kona stay. The listing has everything you need. Easy parking, location on the ocean side of the road, view of the sea, nice pool, hot tub, and barbecue, comfortable bed, kitchen that can actually be used and easy communication with the host. One great thing is how easy it is to walk into the town. There is literally no good parking in Kailua-Kona unless you are willing to pay a ton. So being able to walk in was wonderful. I would highly recommend this condo if you are looking in this price range.
Jim R.
January 2023
This was the second year in a row that we've stayed in this condo. We love the location near shopping, restaurants and of course the view. Great spot to also venture out to any part of the island. Volcano National Park is a must see with lava flowing in the crater once again.
Terry P.
January 2023
Great place great location to restaurants and beautiful views
Yongjing L.
January 2023
We enjoyed our stay at this ocean front condo. It was clean, beautiful and convenient. There is some small issue after checkout. But the PM managed to solve it. Would recommend this condo.
Tyler L.
October 2022
Would definitely rent with Conrad at this unit again when I return. Great experience and unit. Thank you!
Janet P.
October 2022
Condo had everything we needed. Great views from the lanai, very comfortable lanai furniture, beautiful sunsets each night. Loved being able to walk to so many restaurants. The air conditioning worked well but most of the time we were comfortable using just the ceiling fans, using just the bedroom fan at night and sleeping comfortably. Bed and pillows comfy as well. We would definitely recommend this condo to others.
Elizabeth P.
September 2022
This condo was in an excellent location. Sunsets were amazing. From the Lanai. Checking in and out was a breeze. Walking distance to everything in the kona village. Would definitely recommend this unit.
Douglas W.
September 2022
Perfect location for our anniversary and first trip to the big island. Close to everything with amazing sunset’s from the private balcony
Rachel M.
June 2022
Location was great for walking to downtown restaurants. Past reviews mentioned not having enough air conditioning but they must have put a new unit into the bedroom because it was great throughout the house. Nice pool and beautiful sunsets.
Steve B.
June 2022
We had a great stay. The condo is compact, but was perfect for our stay, and all the essentials were there. The lanai overlooks the ocean, and is a beautiful view. Parking very easy and close, with an elevator to help with heavy bags.
Thanks to the owners for providing great details and tips on where to park and how to use, plus tips on dining. Speaking of dining, the condo is less than a half mile easy/flat walk from ten or more great restaurants, with really good menus, many focused on local cuisine. We also enjoyed a very good farmer's market, a half mile easy walk away. We rented a car and were 15 minutes drive to both great cocoa and coffee plantations, which we toured. But the real treat was experiencing the local Kona culture in the village, all less than a mile away.
Virginia E.
February 2022
Central location, near downtown Kona shopping and restaurants.
Jim R.
January 2022
We had an awesome stay at this great property and are already looking for an opportunity to return. The sunsets from the lanai were beautiful. The sunset lined up directly with the condo during our stay in January. We also enjoyed being serenaded by the sunset group playing their conchas. The condo is walking distance to many shops and restaurants, farmers market and the pier. Safeway, Target and Wal-Mart are less than a mile away and it's only a couple more miles to a Costco. Our favorite place for breakfast/lunch was Humpys but the Lava Java always had a line so it must be pretty good too. A must do is the Mauna Kea Sunset and Starlight tour that leaves from the local Target. Maybe you'll get lucky and have Shawn as your tour guide. The kitchen was fully stocked with pots, pans, silverware, coffe maker, etc. It was also nice being able to wash clothes and towels in the unit. Overall, everything was as advertised.
Marlo F.
January 2022
Condo is older but has everything you need to make meals and is in a great location to walk to restaurants, coffee, massages. Sandy beaches are a drive, as the beaches located near the condo are difficult to get in the water due to the lava rock. We had a great time sitting on the lanai in the evenings and watching the sunset and the local community members play their conches to represent another day gone. We had a wonderful time here.
Pat L.
January 2022
We had a great stay. Conrad is an excellent host and very quick to respond to any question or issue.
Ashley R.
August 2021
This was our first time to the big island and we weren't sure exactly where to stay on the Kona side of the island. This condo is a good location by shops and restaurants without being totally in the middle of things. We were excited to have a small beach next to the condo however we had several locals come up to us asking for money so we chose not to hang out there. It didn't feel unsafe, just unenjoyable. The condo itself was good overall, we loved the lanai and beautiful furniture. The kitchen was decked out and had several basic spices, condiments, etc. The condo had a stock of toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc. which was nice. There was an air conditioner in the living room and it worked well in there, but didn't make its way to the bedroom well - we were pretty warm at bed time. We had an issue with the washer and dryer, but the owner was informed and he said he would take care of it promptly. Otherwise, a great condo with a nice view.
Ginalyn P.
August 2021
My friend and I had a great time on our vacation. The process with checking in and out was easy. Conrad was helpful in answering all my questions and gave us tips on what to do on the island. The area was quiet and close to downtown Kona.
Eldon B.
August 2021
Great views of the ocean. Convenient location for walking to restaurants, bars and shops. Everything you need for a stay at the beach. Unit could use some updating.
July 2021
Very comfortable and very convenient location. Communication was very good with the owners and easy to follow checkin and checkout procedures would stay here again
Rebecca B.
July 2021
This condo provides an excellent location to explore Kailua/Kona! The ocean view, lanai, recliners on the grass at the ocean edge and pool were exactly what I was seeking for my vacation! The bbq area and parking were added benefits!
I’d walk down to the Royal Kona Resort most mornings to order breakfast at the open air Don’s Mai Tai Bar, rented snorkel gear at Snorkel Bob’s.
The condo kitchen was well stocked, new stacked washer & dryer in the unit, lovely tiled shower in the bathroom and air conditioning in the living room. Conrad provided excellent and prompt information throughout my stay!
Nancy E.
July 2021
A great place to stay while in Kona. Easy 5 minute walk to Kona Village. Very comfortable condo with all the amenities you could possibly need. Wonderful view of the ocean and pool area.
Hannah W.
June 2021
Conrad and Denise's condo is a wonderful space to stay in your trip to Kona. It is right up the street from all the local restaurants and shops, the beach is literally right behind the complex, and the lanai views are beautiful. The space had everything we needed and more, I would highly recommend this condo for a lovely Kona trip.
Adonis A.
June 2021
We stayed here for 1 week after our last leg of a 5 month trip through Hawaii. It was a great end to our stay on the Big Island. Check-in was simple (Conrad and Denise contact me via email with all the details we needed to get in). They informed me of a broken burner on the stove, which was fine for us (it had 3 other stovetops working). Before we left, they texted me saying that it was getting repaired the day we were checking out. Overall, they were very responsive, helpful and personable!
The unit was very comfortable. The furniture and appliances are a bit dated and worn, but it didn't bother us. It was a little tricky getting the pullout air mattress to inflate, but we got it to work (it was mostly user error) and the kids loved it! Nice, large TV in the living room. Pantry was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. They had a lot of beach chairs, snorkel gear, coolers, boogie boards, and sand toys available for us to use. They have air conditioning in the living room, but honestly we didn't really need it. The ocean breeze from the lanai, the open windows in the bedroom, and the ceiling fans all allowed for plenty of air to circulate and keep us cool in the day and evenings.
One of the biggest attractions of this unit for us is the gorgeous view. We knew we wanted to end our stay with ocean views, and this did not disappoint. You can't beat watching the crash of the waves as you're starting the day off or watching the sunset as you wind down the evening. It's a perfect view, overlooking the pool and ocean. Just walk down to the pool and exit the complex, and you'll be greeted with a beautiful, grassy area to take in the ocean breeze. Take a few steps south and you're at Honl's Beach.
Overall, a great stay! Thanks!
February 2016
Debi -- thank you for your responsiveness throughout the entire year as we looked forward to this trip of a lifetime. You were so kind and sincerely excited WITH us! We could not have selected a more perfect condo -- you have it so well stocked with cooking supplies and 'sand-play' supplies that we could have stayed for weeks and weeks! We WILL be back ... and we won't even think about going to a different condo -- this one felt like home by the time we had to leave.
Thank you -- your 'customer service' is exemplary (and appreciated!).
Edith M.
January 2016
Very clean and comfortable condo. Perfect for families (we have a 10 mo old). We used the kitchen (and bbq area!) to cook many of our meals. BBQ'ing overlooking the ocean and glorious sunset- nothing better. The little beach next door was wonderful to have morning coffee and watch the surfers. The waves can get really big and it is fairly rocky, so be careful if you want to swim (lots of other great swimming beaches close by). The resort and pool are very well maintained and clean. We used the beach chairs and umbrella everyday- very helpful that they are provided for guests to use. A highlight was snorkelling with dolphins (!!!) at "2-step". We hope to be back and would love to rent this place again. Mahalo!
Cameron H.
December 2015
After morning coffee out on the grass and breakfast on the lanai accompanied by locals (yes, we did spoil the birds!) it was time to peel ourselves away from this little bit of paradise and go exploring. Sometimes a tough choice since there are so many places of interest on the Big Island. Whether it was poking around Kona or visiting a farmers' market, a coffee plantation or vanilla plantation, there was never "nothing to do." We found several good snorkeling spots and plenty of great restaurants.
Debi was always responsive and the condo was a pleasant place to stay. We'll definitely be returning and will gladly recommend it to anyone who asks.
Bob D.
December 2015
Debi's condo is comfortable and well stocked. The view of the ocean/pool was fantastic. Walking distance to shops/restaurants etc. Debi was easy to communicate with, responded to our concerns immediately and she also gave us advice on shopping locations etc. Unfortunately there was a ball team staying at the resort on the weekend so found the pool noisy and overcrowded and occasionally found the resort noisy at other times throughout our stay. That being said, we would still return and recommend Debi's place. Mahalo Debi
Stephanie C.
October 2015
Fabulous location! Easy walk to downtown Kona. Well stocked and has everything you need for the beach. Well kept up. Fantastic pool and hot tub. Beach right next door.
Debi is fantastic to work with. Very proactive in making sure you have everything you need.
Cathe R.
October 2015
We enjoyed our stay here even though it was during a hot spell. The condo is nicely furnished, and has many items you can use without having to go out and buy stuff such as beach chairs, towels, and basic kitchen supplies. The lanai overlooks the pool and ocean, and stays shady. Nice pool area and great grilling area that is used by many, but no us (too lazy). Downtown of Kona is within walking distance, as are some good restaurants. Owner also provided books on Hawaii which are great resources to use while you're there.
Carin M.
August 2015
This condo is very well stocked and has lots of extras (waffle maker to beach gear)! The lanai was great for meals and just enjoying the view. Debi was always quick to respond to any question I had. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise!
Rosana B.
May 2015
The unit was perfect with a great view of the ocean and a beautiful lanai where you can enjoy the view and listen to the sound of the ocean. The property grounds are very well maintained. The unit is well stocked from beach towels, chairs to boogie board and a beach bag! Debi is great with communicating the sites and activities around. We had no problem finding things to do and places to explore. The condo is is in a great location close to the Kailua-Kona village where you'll find lots of restaurants, dining and most of the day excursions. I love this place! Our grandson loved it too! He didn't want to leave. He loved the pool!
Pauline G.
May 2015
The condo was all we had hoped for within walking distance to everything. You really do not need a car unless you want to take in all that the Big Island has to offer. We saw turtles (Honu) and dolphins (Nai'a) on our many walks thru the village. Debi was most helpful and extremely hands on answering all our questions and making suggestions of things to do. We met many people down by the pool you see in the photo's. Lots of wonderful sunsets and fabulous memories.
May 2015
FANTASTIC condo. Top floor, lovely breezes through the whole condo, spectacular ocean views ....and as soon as we walked in we were able to start relaxing! The condo is well-stocked with everything easy to find. The beds were really comfy and the lanai is where we spent hours relaxing, eating and reading (AND we even got a little bit of computer work done!)
Condo was CLEAN and comfy throughout. We have stayed in several other condos here at the KR but this was the most reasonable of them all -- and really lovely! We will recommend this condo to our family and friends and we will definitely rent from Debi again. Thanks for making our vacation time in Kona so easy and relaxing, Debi!
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