Kona Plaza, Big Island

Kona Plaza is a quiet and private condominium resort located in the heart of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Within walking distance of various attractions, the resort offers guests a range of amenities, including a saltwater pool, sun decks, BBQ areas with ocean and mountain views, and secure underground parking. The air-conditioned complex features elevators, and the pool area is typically uncrowded, providing a relaxing atmosphere. The resort is close to numerous restaurants, shops, and the pier, which offers excellent snorkeling and swimming opportunities. Guests can also enjoy views of historic Mokuaikaua Church and watch events such as the annual IRONMAN competition from the rooftop decks.

Kona Plaza Average Rates


As of March 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kona Plaza is $236. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $315. 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 Plaza Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 256 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.

The Kona Plaza condo resort on Big Island receives generally positive reviews from guests, highlighting its excellent location, cleanliness, and amenities. Guests appreciate the resort's proximity to restaurants, shops, and beaches, making it an ideal base for exploring Kailua-Kona and the surrounding areas. The inclusion of free parking, spacious lanais, and well-equipped kitchens in many units adds value to their stay. The availability of beach gear and other extras is frequently mentioned as a significant benefit.

However, there are some recurring criticisms, including issues with air conditioning in some units, noise from nearby construction or the surrounding area, and occasional maintenance concerns such as aging appliances and minor cleaning oversights. The process of checking in and dealing with property management is sometimes described as cumbersome, with guests suggesting improvements in communication.

Despite these drawbacks, the overall sentiment is that Kona Plaza offers a convenient and comfortable accommodation option, with many guests expressing a desire to return. The resort's central location, combined with the practical features of the condos, makes it a recommended choice for travelers looking to experience the heart of Kona. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 256 guest reviews.

Recent Kona Plaza Reviews


This place was perfect for the family! Close to the beach.
Austin C.
December 2024

easy check in and great location in the heart of Kona village. a short walk to many places. the condo was spacious with many extra amenities. large patio area for dining and relaxing. the pool was well utilised by the family
kassie a.
December 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fun
Mary S.
December 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the proximity to Alii Drive. Beautiful view of Kailua Bay
Ron A.
December 2024

We moved over to the condo after spending a week at our timeshare. The location is great. Lots of beach towels and bath towels. Kitchen is fully stocked. We did apricate all of the storage containers. We were able to park in the upper lot and not the underground. The air conditioning is great. Also, the screened in Lani was nice in the early morning for breakfast. We would stay here again.
Carol S.
December 2024

The location was the best, very walkable to just about anything we wanted.
Arlene V.
December 2024

Place is small (bedroom and kitchen), but has a great location.
Robert S.
December 2024

Stayed for 6 days/5 nights. Here are the positives: great location, close to all the good restaurants & bars. Balcony is spacious. In unit washer/dryer was great. Negatives: roach trap in the kitchen, saw small roaches, 1 a/c unit in livingroom
Mickey K.
December 2024

We loved our time at this rental. The kitchen is well stocked. It is centrally located. The pool is great and there are lots of sand toys Floaties umbrellas available. The beds were extremely comfortable although they are small. There is floor mats that you can use to sleep on in one of the bedrooms. We can’t wait to come back!!!
Michelle
December 2024

Stayed 6 nights, we have stayed at this location in the past and like the convenience if wanting to stay in Kona. The mattress was too firm and pillows flat and need to be replaced. The window in the bedroom needs blackout shades because the light from the outdoor corridor makes the room lit all night. As for the hide-a-bed it looks old and can’t imagine anyone would sleep well on it. The beach chairs are super uncomfortable so found the beach towels best for a day on the beach and would be helpful if they added a small cooler for the beach. Positives: clean, location, excellent lanai, good kitchen, the chairs in the living room are recliners and comfortable, easy check in and great parking for the area. Good coffee and smoothies on the first level, two great locations you can choose from.
Lisa F.
December 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Ellen V.
November 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place to stay
Chris A.
November 2024

Perfect place to stay right in the heart of town with a great large patio. We really enjoyed our stay here
Jessica S.
November 2024

Perfect location in downtown Kona. Shopping, restaurants, scenic viewpoints, Farmers' Market and more all within easy walking distance. Everything we needed for 1st day stay available in unit. Wrap around lanai and water view in distance wonderful. Building communication and upkeep expectations met. Only feedback is 2nd bedroom mattress made more comfortable with hard flat platform/boxspring or thicker mattress. Absolutely would choose this location again.
Chris C.
November 2024

Despite being super close to all the shops and restaurants I would not stay here again. On our second day in Hawaii after being all day outside we were greeted by cockroaches in the house. After calling the support line for the rental all they did was recommend us to buy raid spray and we would be reimbursed for the product. After spraying every corner of the place we still found cockroaches the next day. After messaging the support line again all they could offer were traps for these pests. We couldn’t even cook in the building because we were so disgusted by the fact that there were so many cockroaches. After messaging and talking with the support line about how horrible this experience was and spending over a grand on our stay the only reimbursement me received was a lousy $100. DO NOT BOOK UNLESS YOU WANT TO SHARE THE SPACE WITH COCKROACHES.
Ana Z.
November 2024

We had a great stay and enjoyed the condo very much. The 2nd couple wished there was an AC in the 2nd bedroom, and the bathrooms were a little dirty on our arrival, but other than that it was great. We played games and puzzles, and loved the location. appreciate
Sharlyn B.
November 2024

This is the perfect place to stay to attend/compete in the Ironman. This unit was solid, had everything we needed, but could have used a little bit of additional care. It was not dirty or in bad shape but it just felt old and had some areas that could have been better (like a closet door with a paint stain on it). We have seen other units in the same complex that just gave a lighter, newer, cleaner overall feel. Again, we didn't have any issues with staying there and you cannot beat the location and convenience, and it has plenty of space.
Dougin W.
November 2024

Exactly as described.
Wes M.
November 2024

The location was perfect, the condo is beautiful and the condo was well stocked. I would definitely come back. The air conditioner worked perfectly.
Sidney H.
October 2024

Property was front and center to Downtown Kona. Clean and fully updated. Tge beach chairs, umbrellas, and cooler bag were so handy.
Deanna C.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Sejour interessant, terrasse magnifique, piscine et autres utilites. Propre dans un complexe en rénovation.
Roberta G.
October 2024

Will see you again in 12 months time.
Francois M.
October 2024

Location great property dated..view of roof...bedroom eindow no curtain was scary fue yo bring able to see in .very clean and spacious
Kathleen o.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We've stayed at three places in Kona and this was our favorite! The location can't be beat. It's close to all the shops and restaurants, but is quiet and safe. The management company is communicative and professional, and we knew that any question we had would be handled efficiently. We couldn't believe that Natalie kindly met us upon arrival to go over everything with us. The condo was comfortable and had ample supplies. Plus, the snorkeling equipment, boogie boards, rolling cooler, beach towels, fully-stocked kitchen, and more made packing a breeze and enjoyment of activities a bonus! We loved this place and will be back. Mahalo!
Caren H.
October 2024

The location in Kailua-Kona couldn’t be any more central, it was great! The accommodation itself was incredibly reasonable priced, clean, comfortable, spacious, quiet, included parking, and included bonuses such as beach chairs and boogie boards.
Celeste A.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a good time. Condo is right in Kailua, so walking distance to everything. The condo was clean and well staged and stocked. We had a great stay.
Lee M.
October 2024

Beautiful weather and beautiful sunsets!
Jill D.
October 2024

This was a perfect spot, extremely clean.
Robin S.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the view and location and we will most definitely be staying here again!
Brianne L.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit is wonderful, conveniently located in kona . The condensation pump of the air conditioner is too loud . It turns on and off intermittently throughout the day and night and it wakes us up. The staff are very helpful. They provided us brand new cooler that we used for fishing.They have beach umbrella and beach chairs that we used. The staff responded to us in a timely manner if we have questions or if we need something. Thanks to the owner and the staff. We had a wonderful time.
Maria Alma G.
October 2024

What a relaxing visit
Robert A.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our vacation rental experience was enjoyable due to the condo's location and spaciousness. Although we've been to Kona several times before, we were not able to explore Ali'i drive like we did because of parking and walking distance. Staying at #215, Kona Plaza allowed us to walk around to all of the shops, visitor attractions, and beaches without having to find parking or walk a far distance. The convenience of this condo allowed us peruse Ali'i drive stress free. We also liked that the check in process was easy and our property manager provided great customer service.
darlene m.
October 2024

Nice
Pauline S.
September 2024

The apartment was wonderful, but the outside was under renovation.
Jon
September 2024

The place is perfect, centrally located in downtown Kaiula Kona. The accommodations were excellent and the place very clean and well maintained. I just booked it again for next year.
Donald C.
September 2024

This place was well stocked, the bed was super comfortable and the location was amazing. We would definitely stay again. Thank you!!
Lindsay T.
September 2024

We definitely loved our stay! Everything was great! The location is close to everything like two minutes walk. Can't wait to go back! eeverythinglike two
Juan A. Q.
September 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a beautiful space and a great location for my family. Just wish there was more space for parking.
Claudia S.
September 2024

Six person family, all adults, had a great time here. The condo is roomy, well equipped and comfortable. No way to beat the location! It's just behind a small merchant mall on the main tourist drag, Ali'i Bvld. Walk through the mall and there you are! Shopping, dining and drinking all around you. Not to mention important (and interesting) historical buildings.
Oren N.
September 2024

Nice condo centrally located in Kona. Clean and well equipped.
Scott R.
September 2024

It was fine
Shelly L.
September 2024

The condo is perfect for a week long stay! The kitchen is perfect for cooking meals, from pots to spices and oils thee is everything you need to feed a family. There are even 2 coffee makers, a ninja blender and insta pot! The bathrooms and rooms are clean and comfortable with tons of pillows. We enjoyed coming back to our condo after a day out and being able to chill out with a good home cooked meal. The pool in extra awesome to lounge in after a day of adventures. Having a person on island to contact with any questions was super helpful. We love staying here! This was our second time.
Jennifer R.
September 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location for walking to shops and restaurants. Unit was well stocked and clean. Building, however, is in need of repairs. The underground parking is under construction and hard to maneuver in (we had a compact car and it was tight). It was also very dark and unsecured making it not feel overly safe.
Anna s.
September 2024

The place was 5 stars in every way. Property management was very helpful and the check in process was fast and simple. The condo is so well equipped from beach towels, to extra blow up mattresses to even having Tupperware for leftovers. I have stayed in a number of beaches house over the years and none have been this well equipped. We will definitely be staying again.
Kevin W.
September 2024

Great central location in Kona! The building itself has some issues (structural issues makes parking complex and the key to accesss paring) but the unit it self is fantastic and well maintained with comfortable furnishings and a well stocked kitchen.
Jeffrey W.
September 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place had everything you could ask for. I Cook every Meal while on Vacation and this Place had everything I needed. One highlight with being in Kona I never seen 1 Bug. The Location couldn’t be better 45 Seconds and your on the Beach.
James B.
September 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: well equipped unit. Convenient to walk to the pier or along Ali'i drive.
Sheila C.
September 2024

I did not like that you were only allowed one parking pass even you have a family with 2 vehicles
Claudia
August 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a a good 5-day stay here in Kailua. Location was perfect for us--near a grocery store, book store, walks along the bay, etc. Nice lanai, just note the view is not of the water. As noted by previous travelers, you'll receive some official emails in all CAPS from the mgmt company, but if you send a question to them a nice human responds.
Rebecca D.
August 2024

Perfect place to walk to the beach, shops and restaurants.
Jennifer B.
August 2024


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