Kona Bali Kai, Big Island

Kona Bali Kai is a condo resort in Hawaii offering a range of amenities for vacationers. The resort features free parking, an elevator, a large swimming pool with loungers, deck chairs and tables, a hot tub/spa, a comfortable lobby with wireless internet, oceanfront gas barbecues, and oceanfront lounge chairs on the beach. Guests can enjoy the on-site Da Poke Shack restaurant, explore numerous shallow lava tide pools with green sea turtles, and benefit from on-site security and a convenience store across the street. The resort is a non-smoking property and is conveniently located between Kailua town and Keauhou Shopping Center, providing easy access to various restaurants, cinemas, and shopping options. Kona Concierge is available upon request to help plan the best Big Island vacation experience.

Kona Bali Kai Average Rates


As of March 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kona Bali Kai is $325. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $444. The average takes into account Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usally much higher). Visit the Kona Bali Kai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Based on the reviews, guests overall had a very positive experience at the Kona Bali Kai condo resort on the Big Island. Many praised the outstanding property location, highlighting the amazing ocean views from the lanais, the convenience to local attractions, and the peaceful ambiance that allowed for the enjoyment of natural beauty, including sunsets, surfers, and marine life like turtles and dolphins. The accommodations were described as clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, with special mentions of the thoughtful touches and amenities provided by hosts, such as beach gear, kitchen supplies, and welcome snacks. The responsiveness and helpfulness of the hosts were frequently commended, enhancing guests' stays. Some minor criticisms involved the age of the property and the need for updates in certain units, as well as challenges with air conditioning in some condos. However, these issues seemed minor compared to the overall satisfaction with the location, views, and host hospitality. The Kona Bali Kai condo resort appears to be highly recommended by most guests for a memorable stay on the Big Island. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 guest reviews.

Recent Kona Bali Kai Reviews


Great location. Kitchen well stocked. Deck nice for storing scuba equipment and relaxing with ocean view. Good use of pool and spa. 2 BR, 2 Bath made accommodations comfortable for 2 couples.
Lynn F.
November 2024

This condo really is great. It has everything you could want. We tend to cook a lot when we stay in a rental and we found everything we needed in the well stocked kitchen. The bed was comfortable and I love the ceiling fans. We ate every meal on the lanai and that was our go to place in the mornings and evenings. The condo is exactly 2 miles from the Coconut Grove Market, and only a 1/2 mile from the Ali'i Marketplace. I ran and walked down Ali'i Road daily for one reason or another. On-site parking and laundry in the unit are also big pluses! Bob was wonderful to deal with and very responsive. The only negative for me was the bathmats. Please invest in some new ones. I couldn't tell if they really hadn't been washed or are well used and stained. This is easily fixable though and would not preclude me from recommending this great place. We had an issue getting in (which apparently was user error on our part). We didn't realize that you turn the key and push the door open at the same time, so Bob came and rescued us so we could get in. Once that mystery was solved, everything was great. Hopefully that pro-tip saves you the call.
ERIKA E.
November 2024

Overall an enjoyable place to stay. I would recommend!
Jawahar S.
November 2024

This Condo is amazing! The check in process was simple and Kathy is a very accommodating owner. The condo was clean and the had everything we needed. We enjoyed watching the surfers and saw sea turtles from the Lanai. We hassle an unforgettable time! Thank you Kathy, we will be back!
Markus H.
November 2024

Great view.
H D.
November 2024

Very nice view, centrally located. Condo could use some updating and repairs. AC unit works on a 2 hr timer. Patio door in primary bedroom could not be opened and living room patio door very difficult to open.
Lee Ann B.
November 2024

Very nice place near Kona with a wonderful view right on the water. Host was very easy to work with. Would highly recommend
Richard K.
November 2024

We stayed for 8 nights and the property was beautiful. The condo had a great floorplan with the primary bedroom open to the ocean and a second bedroom/bathroom conveniently off the kitchen. The kitchen was very well equipped with appliances and spices, even some lovely unopened leftovers in the fridge when we arrived. Instructions from Mike prior to our visit were very helpful, and he was very responsive when we contacted him about a minor issue. The property is gorgeous, right on the ocean, and we could even watch green sea turtles from our lanai feeding in the tide pools just yards away. I highly recommend this condo for a stay in Kona!!!

November 2024

Oceanfront serenity with ocean breeze, waves and birds.
Tiffany V.
November 2024

Condo was very quiet and comfortable, lots of beach towels and chairs, convenient location (we had a car). Spent a lot of time on lanai watching surfers and listening to waves. Not an issue for us, but bedroom closest to lanai had accordion door for privacy as it opened into living room. Holly (host) was very responsive to questions and checked in with us to be sure there were no difficulties with check in or condo questions.
Nancy R.
November 2024

The property is AMAZING - lanai right over the beach. Holly made everything easy & we had a great time
Ed B.
November 2024

Excellent view and location.
Brent
November 2024

Loved Da Poke right across the street and the pool and hot tub and the sunsets. Good location and nice price for location.
Carolee D.
November 2024

This place was pretty clean and a convenient location. Wish I knew they had all the beach equipment including 2 snorkel sets as we spent money renting those. We never did check out Bantans beach but the pool area was nice and right by Da Poke restaurant which was amazing. Very small peekaboo view of beach but not far to walk across and view sunsets and beach. Close to downtown Kona.
Carolee
November 2024

This property was absolutely amazing! The condo is very nice, well furnished, and has a quintessential Hawaiian feel. The location could not be better, just a short way from downtown, and with a beautiful view right on the ocean. Some of the best parts of our trip were sitting on the lanai enjoying the beautiful sunsets and some fresh local fruit from the nearby market, and the occasional glimpse of sea turtles just below us. We hope to return to stay again!
Gavin M.
November 2024

Cozy little hideaway feel to it despite being next to a main rd. Perfect view for watching the sunset from the patio/balcony. Clean, Fast WIFI, Cable, decorated and best of all they had beach chairs!
Cruz G.
November 2024

We loved everything about this condo. I can't wait to go back!
Leslie B.
November 2024

Our host was extremely available for any questions. Enjoyed the entire visit!
BETSY D.
November 2024

Great location, we went for the Ironman event and had a great time, the condo has a wonderful view of the ocean, greatest sunsets and somedays you can see dolphins.
manuel c.
November 2024

The property was very clean and exceptionally well appointed with everything we could possibly need (from paper towels and cleaning products, to sunscreen, beach chairs and binoculars)!! The lanai is so lovely, and we spent every evening enjoying the gorgeous sunset. Holly, the host, responded quickly and was great to work with.
Kelley S.
November 2024

Staying here was incredible, cute, quiet, and very nice. Would love to stay again!
Amber B.
November 2024

good
brian b.
November 2024

Spent the end of our honeymoon here. Wonderful view from the lanai; great place for a meal. We only stayed for two nights, and we were treated to an amazing sunset the first night (we were at a luau the other night). Good proximity to Kona-area beaches; we did Captain Cook (beware the hike out) and Makalawena, which was absolutely perfect. The bed was super comfy, though the road noise was a little annoying (the bed room is on the road side of the condo and you’ll probably be too hot to close the windows). The apartment wasn’t super clean, especially with dust around the fans and higher surfaces. It was also pretty warm even with the windows open at night. Overall, it was good, and if you plan to spend most of your time out, it’s a good place to sleep and spend the mornings and evenings.
Roger H.
November 2024

The view from the balcony of this condo is priceless. We saw so many beautiful sunsets! It was clean and close to town, but not too close. We enjoyed being a little ways away from the hustle of town. Holly was very attentive and check-in/out was super simple. If we were to come back to the big island we woudl definitely stay here again.
Joanna M.
November 2024

This was the perfect place for our ladies’ trip! Watching the surfers and the sunset from the lanai was so awesome ! The condo had everything we needed, and we loved the little beach and the pool! Parking was easy ( not to be taken for granted!) and another big plus was that “Da Poke Shack” is in the same complex! Can’t wait to stay there again on our next trip to Hawaii!
Tanya R.
November 2024

Fabulous
Adam K.
November 2024

Just a lovely spot - ocean waves and breezes, views of surfers and dolphins in the morning, all the amenities (thank you for beach chairs and snorkeling gear). Nice 40 min walk into town, Da Poke on site (amazing Poke), and easy parking - truly one of favorite spots we have stayed.
C F.
November 2024

Della's apartment was absolutely beautiful and located in such a central location to downtown Kona. Everything was a short drive away, and the beach is within walking distance! The facility has a pool and an amazing sunset view just across the street. The apartment was well stocked, with everything for cooking, cleaning, showering, washing clothes, etc....I would stay at Della's place again for my next trip to Kona.
Laura C.
October 2024

View was great - we spent many hours watching surfers, fish, and sunsets. Master bedroom - nice view, liked having it open to the living room with option of sliding door closed, comfortable bed, A/C cools off room well En-suite bathroom - good amount of counter and cabinet space, large mirror, shower had good pressure & hot water Secondary bedroom - comfortable bed, warmer than rest of room but host provided multiple fans in addition to ceiling fan so it worked out, closet and dresser space Hallway bathroom - Good water pressure in shower, heated up quickly, all good Laundry - Really convenient to have washer and dryer in the unit Kitchen - Well-stocked utensils, cookware, serving ware, dining ware options; coffee pot was straight-forward and worked like a champ for all our Kona brews; appreciated having ice cube trays in the freezer; lovely view while washing dishes Dining/living room - Appreciated all the ceiling fans, kitchen chairs more comfortable than they looked, clean Other site amenities - Parking went smoothly and there were plenty of options, we used the pool & hot tub a few times (liked that the pool deck shower was heated), Da Poke Bowl on site was excellent, staff were friendly and helpful We would totally stay here again!
sarah r.
October 2024

Good place with good service. Everything was well prepared .
Andrass J.
October 2024

Perfect place right on the ocean and the views of the sunset over the ocean was mesmerizing!!!
Seraphine S.
October 2024

Upon searching for an oceanfront place to stay in Kona, I found multiple properties but kept coming back to this one. It checked all the boxes...good reviews, on the ocean, reasonably priced, convenient location, pool, and so many amenities inside the unit. I booked this for 4 adults (2 couples) and was a little nervous that we would arrive and it wouldn't be as nice as it appeared in the listing. We were very happy with the size and space for all of us, especially the huge ocean side lanai. It was exactly as advertised, and one of the cleanest rentals I've ever stayed in. Christie was great with communication, and we checked in and out with no issues at all. The security of a covered parking lot and seeing the building manager on site daily was a plus. We will definitely stay here again and highly recommend!
Colleen R.
October 2024

The ocean front location as well as the views are amazing and beautiful.
Henning R.
October 2024

Nice, safe location, but lacked any extra amenities & seemed dated. Could use updating & better cooling system. Bedroom never cools off.
Jayne R.
October 2024

The condo was nice and in good condition. Safe and pleasant with lanai overlooking the ocean. Lovely view. But the bedroom is on a busy road. At night, even with the ceiling fan and floor fan going, the car-truck-motorcycle noise is very loud until about 2am.The ocean waves don't reach the bedroom even with the sliding door open. We ended up sleeping part of each night in the living room on couch pillows and folded blankets with waves in the background. That was better, but not ideal.
Lori S.
October 2024

Super easy check in and check out. Great communication from Holly. Our daughter loved the tide pools and small beach. Great to have everything you needed already in the Condo. Very comfortable place to stay for a vacation.
Chris o.
October 2024

Great property would definitely recommend.

October 2024

Very clean, well appointed condo with amazing sunset views from the lanai. Close to lots of shopping & dining options as well. We were surprised at first that there was no a/c but you truly don’t need it, the breezes off the ocean and the fans made it very comfortable! We enjoyed watching the surfers and all of the fish!
Kersten B.
October 2024

A lovely condo, well equipped and very clean. Plus the views were breathtaking! Fall asleep to the sound of waves.
Kara P.
October 2024

It was absolutely amazing. Clear communication from the company. Location matched pictures. Easiest booking I've done. We will be back!
Ryan M.
October 2024

The view was awesome. Beautiful sunsets over the ocean.
Kenneth A.
October 2024

My wife and I brought our 3 boys (ages 12, 14 & 15) for a week and rented this place. The views from the balcony were amazing. The inside was clean and exactly as described. Having the washer and dryer were a bonus. It was not too far from town and was an easy drive to anywhere I. Kona. We would definitely stay here again if given the opportunity.
James S.
October 2024

Lovely pool. Free parking. Watch surfers from the ocean front lanai! This condo is basic, but has everything you need, including WIFI!
Christine H.
October 2024

We have only stayed at Kona Bali Kai when we have visited Kona. The location by the ocean is stunning. Right on the beach. Waves all day and night. Sunsets, and watching the surfers, can’t be beat!
Valerie B.
October 2024

Property was close to shops and dining but right off the main road and a bit noisy at night.
carmella j.
October 2024

We’ve been to Kona many times and have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this condo. Love the ocean side bedroom to listen to the waves. Condo was as pictured and very comfortable bed. We would stay there again
Chuck H.
October 2024

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful condo. The view from lanai is stunning! The best part of the day was sitting on the balcony in the morning, with our coffee, looking out at the ocean and watching the surfers. The condo was very clean, beds were comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook a meal. My only suggestion is to provide 2 luggage racks per bedroom. As it is, we had to put our luggage on floor. Thank you for sharing your amazing property. I would definitely recommend to all.
Elizabeth M.
October 2024

Absolutely loved the condo! Very clean and had everything you need to enjoy yourself on the Big Island. Great location too.
Anita R.
October 2024

What a wonderful comfortable space. We felt very content here and particularly enjoyed the lanai looking at the waves and watching very talented surfers.
Carol M.
October 2024

We stayed for a quick visit with our kids in October and really enjoyed the location. The little beach at the corner of the property was great for poking around tide pools and watching the surfers. This place has everything we needed for trips to the beach and coming and going to Kailua town for food and fun.
Susan K.
October 2024


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