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Downtown Kailua-Kona Escape: Steps to Ocean!

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Kailua-Kona Vacation Rental | Studio | 1BA | Stairs Required | 400 Sq Ft
Access to Community Amenities | Heated Pool | Hot Tub | Gas Grills
Walking Distance to Beach
Studio | A/C Units | Free WiFi | Smart TV w/ Cable | Board Games & Books
Room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good
1 bathroomSleeps 437.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
  • Kailua Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Kamakahonu Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Studio

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Downtown Kailua-Kona Escape: Steps to Ocean!

Primely located in the heart of downtown Kona, this breezy vacation rental delivers the ideal Big Island escape for couples or small families. This 1-bathroom studio features a kitchenette for quick meals, a Smart TV for movie nights, and a private balcony for endless relaxation. When adventure calls, head to the beaches, tour the local coffee farms, and visit historic destinations like the Hulihe'e Palace. At day’s end, unwind in the heated pool, hot tub, community grills, and more!

-- THE PROPERTY --

TAT License: TA-097-129-4208-01 | GE Tax: GE-097-129-4208-01 | Free WiFi | Community Pool

Studio: Queen Bed, Queen Sleeper Sofa

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Outdoor heated pool (3’-6’), hot tub, gas grill area (propane provided), coin laundry (paid on-site)
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private balcony, bistro table, 2 chairs
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, board games, books, laptop workspace, walk-in shower
KITCHENETTE: Refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, cooking basics
GENERAL: A/C units, linens/towels, iron/board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers, trash bags/paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story studio, exterior stairs to access
FAQ: Quiet hours (9:00 PM-8:00 AM), no stove/oven
PARKING: Open community lot (1 vehicle), overflow parking

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACH DAYS: Kamakahonu Beach (0.9 miles), Keiki Beach Queen's Bath (1 mile), Honl's Beach (1 mile), Pahoehoe Beach Park (3 miles), Magic Sands Beach Park (3 miles), Kahalu'u Beach Park (5 miles), Keauhou Bay (7 miles), Kekaha Kai State Beach (14 miles)
OUTDOOR DESTINATIONS: Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area (1 mile), Kalako-Honokōhau National Historic Park (4 miles), Makalei Golf Club (8 miles), The Club at Hōkūliʻa (11 miles), Hualalai Golf Course (16 miles), Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park (82 miles)
ISLAND HIGHLIGHTS: Hulihe'e Palace (0.6 miles), Keauhou Harbor (7 miles), Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation (9 miles), Kona Coffee Living History Farm (11 miles), Hala Tree Organic Kona Coffee Farm (13 miles), Big Island Bees (15 miles)
LOCAL FUN: On the Rocks (0.7 miles), Voyagers of the Pacific Luau (0.8 miles), Sea Quest Hawai'i (7 miles), Feast & Fire Luau (7 miles)
AIRPORT: Kona International Airport (8 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story studio requires exterior stairs to access
- NOTE: This kitchenette does not offer a stove/oven, but does offer a microwave and hot plate

Hawaii County Restrictions:
- Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM, during which time the noise from the rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors
- Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area
- Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area
- The STVR (short term vacation rental) shall not be used for commercial purposes

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GE-097-129-4208-01, TA-097-129-4208-01

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located by the sea, this condo is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, while Hulihee Palace and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument are cultural highlights. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting.
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Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Kailua Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kona Brewing Company - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Magic Sands Beach - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The Rocks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Island Lava Java Kona - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gecko Girlz Shave Ice - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Downtown Kailua-Kona Escape: Steps to Ocean! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Downtown Kailua-Kona Escape: Steps to Ocean! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Kailua-Kona Escape: Steps to Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Kailua-Kona Escape: Steps to Ocean!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Kailua-Kona Escape: Steps to Ocean! located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of St. Michael The Archangel Church and Kailua Pier. Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

7.6

Good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Nice beach apartment

It was nice for our short stay and within walking distance of the beach, shops, and restaurants. Would stay again.

8/10 Good

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kona Stay

Property is nice. We had an enjoyable stay. The only issue was lack of parking spaces on property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Braden H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to everything!

Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Courtney

Courtney Kennedy

Location is perfect! Cute little condo with some extra beach stuff which was great! The only thing missing was body wash, shampoo, and conditioner, which if I had known, it wouldn’t have been that big of deal.

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

marge B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Can enjoy so many types of activities just walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, perfect amount of amenities

I always love to stay here every time I come to the side of the island. Location is great nice pool and spa. The place has the perfect amount of amenities. Air conditioner works great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jonah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Decent Place with some minor issues.

Place was not cleaned before we arrived due to a miscommunication between the property owner and his cleaning person. Was taken care of but it took a decent amount of trying to get a hold of anyone to get the issue resolved. Room itself was good and everything worked, except for the TV. Overall, it's a good spot as long as you don't really plan on doing much at the place you are staying besides eating breakfast and sleeping. Great location to walk to a ton of restaurants in Kona.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jarmila K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Old Kona condo

We enjoyed the location. Condo has old charm,but it shows its age. There is some opportunity to improve cleanliness overal
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

cassie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great location-

Great location! Right off the beach within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Check in was rough, the code didn’t work and we could not reach the owner but the onsite property management was helpful and the owners checked in as soon as they got my message about check in. The AC was a blessing and the kitchenette was sufficient with its hot plate and toaster.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Centrally located and beach is located right across the street. Great restaurants around to choose from.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd M., Kelseyville, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Just steps from the beach, shops, restaurants and more. Very nice unit in beautiful, quiet complex.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Shanae C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Decent place for the price

Decent place for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaarina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old charm

Lovely place to walk everywhere..for coffee fresh food market restaurants waterfront Kona Village shopping..so much to see and enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved being close to the beautiful Pacific Ocean & watching the waves crashing against the seawalls. We could walk to all the local amenties along Alli'i.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Jill

Condo

Very nice efficient Condo. Host quick to respond and very friendly. Great location. Be prepared to park early after 5:00 it’s packed. Will recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

cal s.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in

Ok but wife hates roaches.

Just spent one night. Had some small roaches. Owner said he would refund my money and send an exterminater.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Donald L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Was not up to past standard

Stayed at property before so know area. This unit door lock would not work, so after messing around with guest services for 25 mins and getting backup key, air conditioning was welcome. Room poorly cleaned. Parking was problematic, not enough spaces. Came back from dinner at 8 pm ended up with truck in pay parking a block away for $40 . No other space available.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kona Days

Everything was good except for the parking. Too little spaces for guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

olivia K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great location, but everything else left much to be desired

The location is incredibly central and fantastic. The back of the property is right on Ali'i. The rest of it - pretty bad. The sheets were dirty, mattress had stains. One of the "blankets" was an opened up sleeping bag. The under sink cabinet had roach traps (ok, I get it), but one would think they would clean it out in between guests...you can imagine. There were not enough beach towels to accommodate the capacity advertised. The TV did not work, took a while to troubleshoot (with unsightly cables all over the desk). The dish soap left was an open bottle, diluted with (I assume) water, no hand soap at all. The sponge was evidently used and left right near aforementioned roach trap. The bathroom and "kitchen" are a common space, with ants everywhere. It was hard to put any items down on the counters because of this. Upon arrival, we went to turn on the AC, only to discover that it was so disgustingly filthly in there, we didn't want to breathe in that air. This was the worst STR we have ever stayed at. I sincerely hope that this company improves for the sake of the people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andrea

Condo in Islander Inn

Adequate. I like the location of this complex, this particular unit is not the best I've stayed in. It's got everything it says, the photo isn't at all like the actual unit. Some confusion over codes & entry, we made it work. Could use some basic maintenance, fix hinges, that sort of thing. Kinda dark, but as a base for activities you're not spending a lot of time inside. That said, I'd stay there again. I will say about some of these short term vacation rentals - I don't mind taking the trash out when I leave, that's a necessity with bugs in this climate, but I really don't like having to strip sheets. I go on vacation to avoid doing housework.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stiff back

The location is very nice and within walking distance to many places. The room overall is all right, however the bed was lacking in comfort but not in hard springs. Also it would have been nice to have a remote for the a/c considering it is almost at the top of the ceiling. Parking is limited as well, but manageable. Overall if we could have gotten a decent sleep it would have been much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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6/10 Okay

Collette

Islander inn kona

Our stay was fine..... but no sheets were provided for the pull out bed and multiple requests were made. We were told they would arrive on Saturday. Never happened. Very disappointing
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Todd

Could Have Been Better

Great location, convenient to everything. However, we arrived at our unit to find the screen door wide open and the door closer unscrewed from the wall. Once inside, we went to put our clothes in the armoire and one of the doors was broken. There was dust and debris under the bed and couch. Chipped paint on the walls. The bathroom exhaust fan hadn't been cleaned in who knows how long and we weren't surprised when we saw four cockroaches scurrying about. The lanai was covered in sand and hadn't been swept. When we wanted to watch TV, the remote was missing. The owner was responsive yet it appeared he already knew there was no remote and he said there would be a replacement. None ever showed up. We love the Kona Islander Inn but most likely will avoid this unit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

JoAnna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Great Location, marginal at best for parking

Overall, the location was nice for us as we had great access to the farmer's market, shops and plenty of places to eat within walking distance. Check in was ok - front desk was less than welcoming and parking is a slight disaster. If you are looking for a place with an actual parking spot, this isn't it. Otherwise the place worked for what we needed. We could have used a couple actual kitchen towels - had to use bathroom hand towels - and a bath mat as the shower door catches water and when you open the door, water gets all over the floor. We didn't use the pool or anything so I can't comment on that but it looked like a nice place to sit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

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