Mark E.
June 2024
The sound of waves crashing beneath and the panoramic view is the best. The location of the unit within the small complex and the building’s proximity to town are great. It’s not exactly a full remodel as described, but it works. The shower has quite a low flow.
Marty F.
June 2024
What a wonderful experience we had staying at HKK 212. When we booked we were a little sceptical about going to a new destination (especially Hawaii) without staying at a resort, but once we opened up the door and saw the view and heard the waves crashing upon the rocks, we knew we had made the correct choice. We ate dinner most night on the balcony because there is no better view of the water and the sunsets in Kona. Plus the privacy was top notch. Some other added bonuses were: The unit was very clean and there is no lack of hot water and the shower head pressure is awesome. Also the AC worked almost too good. lol. Thanks Tracy for such a wonderful and much needed stay.
Ken C.
May 2024
We love 212 and come often, usually twice a year. This time there was an issue with the hot water but we had constant contact with the property manager on timing of repair. Issues happen in an older building. They were nice enough to give us a refund for the issue. The condo is in a perfect location for us, it is equipped well with whatever you might need. We have brought our Italian Granddaughters and well as our American Granddaughter with friends several times. Hopefully the maintenance issue will be fixed, if any, on our nest trip.
Jeannie A.
May 2024
Unit this is vacation perfection in every way. We immediately felt relaxed and at home because of the attention to detail in every room. We couldn’t have asked for anything more to enjoy our stay. Don’t let the slightly warn appearance of the property scare you away from this perfect unit with a wraparound lanai affording unbelievable views. The condo was exactly as shown, clean, roomy and a great getaway for two. We would recommend it to anyone looking g for a perfect home away from home.
Cheryl H.
March 2024
Loved the views from the lanai! And the location was convenient to walk to town. Would be happy to stay here again.
November 2023
Unit was lovely. Fully appointed kitchen, comfortable bed, nice bathroom and best of all large wrap around lanai. We had a wonderful stay and can't wait to return.
scott v.
October 2023
My wife and I stay in Hawaii twice a year for the last 40 years. This unit is now at the top of our list. It is so close to the crashing waves that you feel the water. Tracy with Kona beach properties was just fabulous to deal with. Very professional and quick responses. We rented three units in this complex, one was from casa go. Never again from them.
Scott from Big Bear lake California
Renee P.
October 2023
The property was in a perfect location to everything I wanted, walking distance to beach, booze and shopping. Listening to the waves just below me is what I needed to reset!
Thank you.
Ken C.
September 2023
Everything was great. Our favorite place on the island. Perfect location for us and anyone that comes with us. It is good to see that the maintenance issues have been totally corrected. The air conditioner was set to cold and it was too cold so I set it warmer. Never thought I would say that.
Angie W.
September 2023
This condo is lovely. Amazing views, very comfortable bed, nice Hawaiian decor, even a beautiful cotton Hawaiian quilt. Portable air conditioning in living and bedrooms worked well even on very warm days. The front yard has waves crashing on the lava rocks below, tang feeding, surfers lining up for a wave, cruise ships, interesting life in the tide pools and local fishermen who are very nice and knowledgeable about the fish and tides. So many things to love about this condo. The parking spot is very close. We rarely used the elevator. There are laundry facilities on each floor. Thanks for being our home base for an amazing Anniversary trip to Hawaii. M & A
Dennis B.
August 2023
We had a perfect stay at this condo on the ocean. Description was accurate. A few steps to restaurants and Kona center, but off the main road so no street noise. Everything you need was available in the condo: kitchen supplies, beach items etc. We would gladly stay here again. Thank you!
Brad F.
August 2023
The complex needs some work. It’s old. They work hard to keep it nice.
Leah H.
July 2023
The condo is lovely and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay! The views were incredible, and we loved watching the sunsets from the lanai while listening to the ocean. Check in was very smooth. Would definitely recommend staying here!!
Wendy S.
June 2023
We greatly appreciated the hospitality shown through the amenities provided in this condo. Anything we needed or even thought we might need was provided by the owners. It made exploring and having fun so easy! Of course the location and the wrap around deck and view was the cherry on top for this complete Kona experience. We highly recommend this condo.
Joyce S.
May 2023
Perfect location for walking into town without being in the heart of it.
Appreciated that the bedroom door was closed with the air conditioning on when we arrived. It kept the bedroom at an ideal temperature for sleeping. The lanai was perfect for watching the sun set.
Natalie T.
April 2023
We absolutely loved this place, the view is amazing. We even saw some sea turtles from the balcony, it’s very spacious and clean. Super closer to many different restaurants, and the parking space is so convenient. We would definitely stay here again.
Taylor B.
April 2023
My wife and I had a great stay at this condo. Even with the central ac out the portable ac unit in our room was plenty to keep our room cool. The breeze from the lanai was incredible and also helped keep the condo cool. 5 min walk to great bars and restaurants. Amazing luau next door. Will stay here again!
April 2023
So easy, no problems at all.
Kelly F.
March 2023
Fabulous location! Right. On. Edge. Of. Ocean. Great for watching whales, turtles, and other sea life. Corner unit fantastic. Pool area never overly crowded. Plenty of pool furniture for everyone. 180 degree view of ocean. Can see outriggers, cruise ships, catamarans, swimmers, and spear fisherman right from lanai. Nice to have a one bedroom versus a studio. A couple of things we did notice is that the tile floors didn’t appear to be fully cleaned (perhaps were dusted rather than mopped) and there was a bit of soap build up on the bathroom counter. We would be highly recommend the property and this unit in particular.
Ann M.
February 2023
If you love the ocean, a beautiful, well decorated place to watch the world go bye, this is it!!
Sunsets from the lanai, walk to town with lots of restaurants. We loved the comfortable king size bed.
We”ll be back.
Thanks for making your wonderful place available.
Ann M.
January 2023
True oceanfront condo! Beautiful wrap around lanai with views of turtles, spinners, yellow tang and surfers. The condo has beautiful aloha deco with everything you need for a fabulous vacation. It is a great location and a very short walk to town. We will be returning to Hale Kona Kai 212! Kona Beach Properties is exceptional.
dennis h.
November 2022
Absolutely, beautiful spot. The wrap around lanai gives a 270 degree view of the ocean. Its completely equipped with every necessary utensil and all the appliances are new along with tile floors and a new bathroom and shower. I would recommend this unit without qualification whatsoever!
Ryan G.
November 2022
Wonderful property. Perfect location. You're literally ON the shore. Falling asleep to the crashing waves is beyond soothing. Reserved parking spot is clutch. Unit and all towels/bedding were clean and ample in supply. The condo is simple and mostly updated. No complaints whatsoever. The welcome package with Kona coffee/water/snacks was a nice touch.
To those that complained about the AC not working- it's running at 1000% now. Could run a meat locker with it now. LOL
Rachel M.
October 2022
We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend! Location is perfect, can walk to everything. The pictures of the lanai do not do it justice - it's truly amazing as you are right over the water with waves crashing on the rocks under you and views of the ocean in every direction! The rest of the place is as pictured, a little dated but clean. The bed is really comfy! The central air is working fine and was really nice to be able to run at night to good sleep since I was there to compete in the Ironman.
Mitch M.
October 2022
The place definitely is showing it's age. However, that said, it was comfortable, convenient, and well located. We were there during the Iron Man competition and couldn't have asked for a better location. Walking distance to pretty much everything and an awesome view from the lanai. We enjoyed our stay!
Gary C.
October 2022
Other than some communication challenges with Vrbo (not property manager) our stay was excellent. The condo has one of the best locations/views on the entire island. Great view of Honl's, one of the best surf spots in Kailua, just a few steps away. And no trees in front blocking our view! It's located a short walking distance to restaurants and shopping in Kailua. The condo comes equipped with all the necessary essentials and then some: kitchen accessories, abundance of towels (Bath and beach), beach accessories (boogie board, chairs, etc). Air-conditioning in bedroom kept the room comfortable, but the central air-conditioning for the rest of the condo was inoperable. However, two fans and breeze from the lanai kept a nice air-flow through the living area. The lanai was spacious including a table and four chairs, plus a taller bar table for two to enjoy beautiful sunsets. There is also one lounge chair for relaxing with a good book. My wife and I would definitely recommend this rental and we hope to return to it again some day soon.
Charles H.
October 2022
This is am excellent place to vacation!
Jodie B.
September 2022
This has been our favorite condo on the Big Island ! You can watch all of the ocean activities! It is close to town and the pool is amazing.
I can’t give a 5 star rating simply becomes the air conditioner did not work, which was communicated to us so we didn’t know ahead of time.
We will stay here again for sure !!
Jennifer M.
September 2022
The good - the deck and view was gorgeous and one of the best we’ve had on any of our Hawaii trips. We preferred getting our food or making our own and eating out there to going to any restaurant because we just couldn’t tear ourselves away. You could literally see the fish in the water from there. Beautiful sunsets every night. Couldn’t be beat anywhere. The general layout of the rest of the condo worked ok. Small kitchen but ok. Well stocked with supplies. Closet with beach chairs, cooler etc was very appreciated.
The bad: Air Conditioning (or rather lack there of). There’s really no excuse for why this isn’t fixed. I see in several reviews people talking about this issue and you would think it would have been resolved by now but nope. Despite signs in the unit talking about A/C - it’s non-functional. There is a portable unit jerry-rigged in the bedroom - but it sort of works (as long as you don’t mind the neighbors having a view into your bedroom from the upstairs unit) 8-O because you can’t close the shutter on one window with the A/C in the window. And yes there is a breeze from the ocean but if you run a little on the hot side (especially at night) - it might not be enough. Even with the Jerry-rigged A/C. :( While the view was great here - I would have to pass on this one and wouldn’t stay here again unless they get that fixed!! We ended up with so little sleep.
Lee J.
September 2022
I've been staying at Hale Kona Kai for 35 years. It's not luxurious or fancy, but it's clean and comfortable. The location smack on the ocean, at the edge of town, is a huge benefit.
Unit 212 is modern, clean, and well stocked and appointed in every respect.
Check in and communication with the host was clear, easy, and informative.
Ken C.
August 2022
We have been staying at this condo several times and loved it. It is the perfect location for us and up until last year and this year was probably the best place we have stayed on the big island. We have come to the big island for the last 25 years. Once again this year the central air conditioner was not working and each bedroom had a portable unit that was loud and did not cool the entire unit. The maintenance of the entire building seems to have gone downhill. The common areas are dirty in a lot of places and there is a lot of repair that needs to be done. The overall appearance just seems rundown. Room prices are what we would expect for a nicer facility. We sadly (because we really like our rooms 212, 213) will be looking for another option next year. :(
Erica F.
August 2022
This condo has a double lanai that is almost directly over the shoreline. We could see the turtles and the fish in the water. The ocean is so close, and the sounds of the waves made the perfect backdrop. It was well stocked with everything we could possible need including cooler, umbrella and beach chairs.
Melanie N.
June 2022
Location! Location! Location! Quiet…great view…walking distance to everything central and a short drive to fishing harbor We enjoyed our stay at Hale Kona Kai 212
Bryce G.
June 2022
My wife and I have spent many vacations in Hawaii, but this was our first stay on the Big Island. Condo #212 was the perfect location and an absolute delight with the wrap-around Lanai. It is a short walk to the restaurants along Ali'i Dr. on the Oneo Bay. We had our evening dinner on the Lanai since it was the best place to be for a great sunset evening. The Honl's beach is only a 1/4-mile to the south, and we watched the surfers from the Lanai. Snorkeling at this location was not for me since the seas were too intense, but I found plenty of other beaches to the north of Kona that had perfect conditions. With Polarized sunglasses, we watched turtles, fish, and a Manta Ray from our Lanai. Dolphins were flipping but too far out to enjoy. The property is not the most up-to-date, but it was relaxing and enjoyable. The kitchen was well equipped and far better than most VRBO kitchens. Snorkeling gear, beach chairs, umbrellas, and a small cooler were in the closet, which was a bonus. This vacation spot is on my return list with a passion.
Gerry S.
May 2022
We loved the condo. Right on the water. We enjoyed our morning and evening meals every day on the lanai watching the surfers, canoes, boats, wildlife and swimmers come and go.
The unit had everything we needed and more. Plenty of cooking and eating utensils and some nice beach accessories as well. Beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel gear, etc.
It was an easy 10-15 walk to downtown Kona to get to the restaurants, museums, farmer’s market , and sightseeing facilities.
The central a/c was out for the whole condo facility but our host was kind enough to install a stand alone unit in the bedroom which kept it cool and the trade winds kept the rest of the unit comfortable.
We had a marvelous stay and would back here again. Mahalo!
Matthew W.
May 2022
This is one of the few times where you see images of a property where they really don't accurately represent how nice it is. The views and ocean sounds are amazing.
Brooke H.
April 2022
Great place to experience the beauty of Kona. We loved this 2nd story unit located right above the tide pools, and sipped sunset drinks while watching the waves and a visiting honu. Close walk to coffee shops, fine & casual dining and public beach to snorkel/swim. Ultimate place to unwind. Truly loved being here.
Cathy R.
April 2022
The view from this unit was amazing! The condo itself could use some updating. When you stay for 3 weeks the comfort of the bed and furniture is important.
Lori T.
March 2022
We had a wonderful vacation at Hale Kona Kai!!! Love love how beautiful the ocean is and how quiet the complex is! 212 is awesome!! Feels like we are on top of the ocean!!
Sandra A.
January 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hale Kona Kai 212. This corner unit is very nice with a wrap-around balcony. We found Ocean Fresh Fish for our fresh fish needs. We loved Isaacs Art Center in Waimea. And, a highlight was the sea turtles at Kaloko-Honokohau. We have stayed at Hale Kona Kai three or four times, each time in a different unit and have never been disappointed.
adrienne t.
January 2022
Wonderful stay at this unbeatable ocean front location. Fully stocked for our stay and easy walking distance to town/shops. Waking up to the sounds of the ocean was delightful.
John S.
January 2022
You could not be any closer to the water, almost felt like we were on a cruise ship! We really loved this place and would highly recommend, in fact we can’t we to return. Mahalo!
Tom C.
January 2022
Wonderful condo, really enjoyed the lanai and all the sea life we saw from it. The pool was fantastic. Hawaiian coffee was an enjoyable treat. Wish there were two keys to the condo so we wouldn’t have to worry about misplacing the one. Extra set on counter didn’t fit door.
Ann M.
December 2021
BEAUTIFUL CONDO! WE ABSOLUTELY ENJOYED OUR OCEAN FRONT! EVERYTHING THAT YOU NEED IS RIGHT IN THE CONDO! WE WILL RETURN NEXT YEAR TO THE SAME UNIT 212 AND TO HALE KONA KAI.
KONA BEACH PROPERTIES IS A PREMIER ON ISLAND RENTAL AGENCY. I HIGHLY ENDORSE KONA BEACH PROPERTIES!
Kathleen O.
November 2021
Enjoyed our stay and looking forward to visiting next year.
We appreciated all you did to keep us comfortable with the broken air conditioning.😊🌴
Hannah B.
October 2021
This is the best condo in this building for the amazing ocean views! Very close to restaurants and has everything you need. There was a problem with the ac when we were here and the property manager was not very responsive but we have no other complaints!
Jessica F.
September 2021
The views of this corner unit are unmatched. The sunsets from the lanai are breathtaking. The unit is well equipped and maintained. The parking space for the unit is a bit tricky but okay to deal with for the benefits of a corner unit. Walkable to the Ali’i Drive dining.
Fran C.
August 2021
Clean, comfy and right over the water. You can see boats, outriggers, paddle boarders, surfers, tangs and sea turtles all from the balcony. The unit is perfectly sized for two and has a reserved parking space. The owners have lovingly upgraded an old Dower Dutchess and it is very comfortable. We arrived as Hawaii was opening up again, but found restaurants difficult to get in to without reservations. The balcony was so picturesque we preferred cooking or ordering takeout and sitting ocean-side 2 out of 3 meals.
No one has mentioned the proverbial elephant in the room. The units are old, especially when compared to the surrounding establishments. When we pulled up, we inhaled sharply and looked wide-eyed at each other. My daughter asked, "did you make a mistake?" The building is missing roof tiles, and the sea has done its work on the paint. The main office was closed for the evening. The glass was fogged to waist-height with condensed air. The elevator sounded like we were in the washing machine spin cycle. When we get off on the floor the indoor-outdoor carpeting was worn and shabby. So were the unit doors. Upon opening the door, the place is exactly as pictured. The views can't be beat! The pool area is clean, tidy and up-to-date. The hvac is old, as evidenced by the vents, but it blows cool air all day and night. For the location and price you can't beat this place. Just know what you see on the outside isn't reflected on the inside of this particular unit.
Bill B.
August 2021
A cute condo set up to handle the strong winds of the ocean. Prepare for it to be loud but comforting. Exactly what we hoped for.
Tiffany A.
August 2021
This condo had the most amazing views from the wrap around lanai. Sea turtles, spinner dolphins and yellow Tang in the surf while we drank our tea/coffee each morning. Condo was well equipped with everything we needed and we walked to the restaurants easily. We also made several meals there and had everything we needed. ABC store, Safeway, and Costco were convenient for anything we needed. Mahalo for giving us a home away from home. We would be blessed to come back again.
Melinda A.
August 2021
Drinking coffee each morning on the lanai, we looked down to watch sea turtles nibbling vegetation in the tidal pools below. Loved the pool and short walk to beach and restaurants. This lovely condo was the perfect home base for our scuba and snorkeling adventures. Mahalo!
Ruth K.
July 2021
Out of all the places I've ever stayed this was the perfect place. Walking distance to Kona, right next to the Royal Kona Hotel. 180 degree view of the water, literally on the water. Also handy was laundry service on every floor, and a reserved parking spot so you weren't fighting for parking ever. The management team was Flawless and quick to respond with what few questions I had, I would absolutely recommend them. The unit was a perfect size for a couple and I was so happy, you almost didn't want to leave with a view like that. It made our trip perfect. Mahalo
Kristy N.
June 2021
Eric and I went to Hawaii to celebrate my 50th birthday, this place could not have been more perfect!! Everything was accurately described, the place was clean and the view spectacular!! We would hands down stay here again! Mahalo for the use of your home.
Ken C.
June 2021
Great view, pool is great, perfect view of sunsets. Equipped with everything you need for the beach.
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