Ocean Front Complex, Watch dolphins, boats, from lanai

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Living room, looking towards entry with screen door

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1 bedroomSleeps 263.6 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
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Gym

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Kailua Kona, HI

Magic Sands Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Kailua Pier
‪6 min drive‬
Kailua-Kona Wharf
‪6 min drive‬
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Kona Makai is an ocean front complex with pool, hot tub, tennis courts, 5 BBQ's, gated entry at night. Beautiful landscaping, plenty of parking, a clean and quiet complex, you only hear the sound of the ocean, not the traffic. When the ocean is flat there is good snorkeling right in front of complex,

Our unit is easily accessible on the ground floor, no stairs. Elevated view from the lanai of the ocean and pool. We are about 1 mi. from town, easy walking, with wide shoulders on Alii Dr,

Free secure fast WiFi, requires a code.

The unit has a remodeled kitchen done Aug 2024, all new appliances, there are plenty of dishes, pans, serving trays, plastic ware for BBQ area, new Keurig & new regular coffee maker, electric tea kettle, Brita water pitcher, Convection oven. AC in the bedroom, Smart TV in bedroom & same in living room, and a Blu-Ray DVD player. The bathroom was completely redone, new tile shower, vanity, mirror and lights.

Eat your meals on the lanai at the table and chairs and enjoy the view of the ocean, with surrounding tropical plants providing privacy. I have trays you can take your food down to the BBQ area. The lanai has a ceiling fan and light for enjoying your evening outside.

We provide Tommy Bahama beach chairs, cooler, beach towels, boogie boards, snorkeling fins and masks, (no water shoes) beach umbrella, hair dryer, tennis racquets, iron, first-aid kit.

Due to Covid I have instituted a 24 hour calendar block before each reservation, to give the cleaning crew time to thoroughly clean the unit before each guest arrives.

Hawaii Tax# GE 053-314-3552-01
Hawaii TAT# TA-053-314-3552-01

Property manager

Claudia Shukle

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Smoking even on Lanai

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

Property Registration Number TA-053-314-3552-01, GE-053-314-3552-01, 750210040028

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the waterfront, this condo is in Holualoa Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village. Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm and Kona Le'a Plantation are also worth visiting.

Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

Magic Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Kailua Pier - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
Kailua-Kona Wharf - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
Kamakahonu Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
Kahalu'u Beach Park - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪On The Rocks - ‬2 min drive
‪Island Lava Java Kona - ‬3 min drive
‪Laverne's Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Gecko Girlz Shave Ice - ‬4 min drive
‪Humpy's Big Island Alehouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean Front Complex, Watch dolphins, boats, from lanai have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Ocean Front Complex, Watch dolphins, boats, from lanai pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Complex, Watch dolphins, boats, from lanai?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Complex, Watch dolphins, boats, from lanai?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Complex, Watch dolphins, boats, from lanai located?

Located in Holualoa Village, this condo building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Honl's Beach, Kona Inn Shopping Village and St. Michael The Archangel Church. Kona Farmers Market and Moku‘aikaua Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

William K.

20 Dec 2024

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

Nice digs!

The owner was very communicative and helpful. She had lots of the little things needed for a stay-shaving cream, shampoo, garbage bags, toilet paper. You name it, it was there. Stayed for 3 weeks and could have packed only a carry on. Nice location for exploring the Kona Coast and for snorkeling. Would come back in a heartbeat!

Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

7 Oct 2024

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nice holiday

Lovely condo. We enjoyed the many extras it had to offer (cooler, beach chairs, umbrella, etc.) Would stay here again.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

10 Sept 2024

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

A great place to stay

Claudia was an excellent host. Great communication. The condo had everything needed for a wonderful stay. You are steps away from a great snorkeling spot in front of the condo. The condo had a nice view of the ocean.

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

22 Apr 2024

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

Beautiful and comfortable

It was a lovely place to stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

22 Apr 2024

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

LOVE this Place!!!

Claudia’s ocean front complex is perfect!! Being able to wake up every morning to having breakfast on the lanai, is the best way to start a day! And in the evening, to sit out on the lanai and watch the stars, a great way to end the day! The location is perfect to downtown Kona which has so many great restaurants! The pool and hot tub are amazing. The chairs out to watch the waves, oh my! I think I’m in heaven!!! Claudia has you covered as well with all the amenities one could need! Beach towels, a cooler, plates and utensils, condiments. Everything was absolutely perfect! So glad we chose Claudia’s place for our Big Island Kona vacation! Would choose again and highly recommend!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

16 Feb 2024

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

Great time at the Kona Makai!

This place has a lovely feel to it! Handy ground level entry with a well equipped kitchen and numerous other amenities such as beach chairs, snorkel and bodysurf boards. Grounds and pool area offer many areas to sun and read or relax and the bbq's are great. People are very friendly here. Hope to be back next year.

Stayed 39 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

29 Nov 2023

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

Fantastic Location & Well Stocked Unit

We loved Kona Makai & Claudia’s unit. Great location in the complex - the 4th unit from the ocean! The unit is well stocked with everything you need. Comfortable bed, good quality linens & towels. Everything was in good working order. Overall the unit was clean (we’re very picky on cleanliness) but the ceiling fan blades were very dusty, the tiled floors need a good scrub, and the bedroom carpet needs a shampoo. Clearly, guests are not removing their shoes when they enter the unit. Claudia was able to accommodate our request for a late check out at no additional cost (thank you!), so we washed all the bedding and towels before leaving to help her cleaner out. We’ve travelled to Maui & Kauai many times and for the price, this is the nicest unit with the best location that we’ve stayed at. We will definitely stay in Claudia’s unit again and highly recommend it!

Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

13 Nov 2023

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Kona 2023

Lovely, quiet, well kept complex. Unit is well appointed, and has everything you need to enjoy the on-site amenities and oceanfront view.

Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

12 Nov 2023

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Beautiful View! Wonderful location!

This condo has EVERYTHING.you need and more. Such a great location - Claudia has the place so well stocked you are in need of not a thing. The grounds are beautiful, the view is beautiful. We would DEFIITLEY love to stay here again. I

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

26 Oct 2023

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

Comfortable Condo with Great Access to Ocean and Downtown Kona

We stayed here for the Ironman World Championship and loved the comforts of Claudia’s condo. Very quiet and full of amenities which made our stay in Kona most enjoyable. Great internet, tv, pool, hot tub, full kitchen with washer/dryer, comfy bed, parking, etc. We will definitely return to this condo next trip to Kona!

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Megan R.

15 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful property

The Kona Makai is a beautiful property. The ocean views from this particular unit are wonderful. The owner was very easy to reach and kept in touch for all our questions throughout the stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 Sept 2023

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

Such a great stay! Mahalo!

Previous reviewers already said it all! Terrific condo in a great location and a very helpful and communicative host. We would love to stay here again in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mackenzie R.

9 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful place to stay!

This condo was a perfect location to stay. It had the downtown Kona area close, but you also feel out of the chaos. Driving places isn’t bad from here. I think most things were 1-2 hours away (pretty normal on the island). Thanks for letting us stay, Claudia!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

26 Aug 2023

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

Lovely stay

My husband and I loved our stay here. The lanai is lovely - great views of the ocean, the pool and the gorgeous landscaping at the complex. The kitchen has everything needed to cook simple meals. Appreciated having beach chairs and umbrellas and snorkeling gear. Parking is good - always able to find a spot. There is AC only in the bedroom, on a timer. With ceiling and standalone fans, it’s easy to get airflow through the condo (even in August!) The complex itself is very quiet. Talking on a cell phone on the lanai is not allowed and there are many signs in public areas about courteous cell phone use. This was great for us but might not work for some. Our host is amazing - great communication. We definitely hope to come back!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

30 June 2023

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Special Place, Well Loved

I’ve stayed at this property pretty much every year for quite a while now. It never gets old. The grounds are immaculate, and the pool & spa are very well maintained. The BBQ area is also well kept, but we had a little trouble getting two of the grills up to temp this trip. No idea why. But the friendly, social time spent grilling with new friends watching spectacular Kona sunsets…well, you can’t put a value on that! The unit we stayed in this trip was a first time for me. It was well equipped and maintained. The kitchen was well-outfitted (we like to cook so this is a plus for us), and overall the hosts had everything we were looking for in a cozy condo by the sea. Kona Makai is an older property, and some of its age is showing, but its a special place and we make allowances. Important to us is cleanliness and friendly surroundings. We got just what we wanted.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURA C.

25 June 2023

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The condo was well stocked

The condo was well stocked. The cooler and blue ices was very useful. The kitchen was well stocked. Very clean and great view. I was very excited about the Keurig. Claudia stayed in touch and I appreciated that. I would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

9 June 2023

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Perfect spot!

This was the perfect location! Close to town, yet quiet, beautiful view of the ocean, and sunset viewing was spectacular!

Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jane h.

26 May 2023

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Great view and location

Great location, great view. Owners were easy to work with. Place was fairly large and well layed out. It was uncluttered, but had everything we needed.

Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

19 Apr 2023

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The perfect spot

We rarely arrive at a place and find absolutely everything we could need ready for us - but this place has it all….location, amenities, view and all the little accoutrements that make it a pleasure to be there! Thanks for all!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

12 Feb 2023

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

Great Time.

We had a wonderful time at Kona Makai. We have stayed in this group of condos several times. Our condo was on the first floor which made my husband happy. It was feel stock with all the items we needed. It had coolers and beach chairs for those trips to the beach. Working with Claudia was so pleasant.

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sangyoun L., Seoul /s. Korea

13 Jan 2023

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Traveler

This is a great place. You can get anything fo vacation. I will be there next time.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham D., Winnipeg, MB

25 Dec 2022

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

Awesome Stay at Kona Makai

We cannot thank Claudia enough for letting us stay at her place. The pool and hot tub area was awesome and the condo was better than we expected! The condo was well equipped and had everything that we could have needed. We loved sitting out on the lanai and watching the sunset. Kona Makai is an easy 20 minute walk from town. If you don’t feel like walking there is also the trolley available. Claudia was quick to respond when we had questions and provided all the information we needed. We greatly appreciated it. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James & Margaret B., Sidney BC Canada

10 Dec 2022

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Relaxing, comfortable getaway

We were very pleased to be able to stay at Claudia’s property. The condo is well-equipped with not only the necessities of daily living but also with extras for recreation activities as expressed in many of the other reviews. We stayed for 18 quiet days and enjoyed every one of them. We left the lanai door and the bedroom windows open to listen to the ocean and feel the breeze - did not use the air conditioning and at no time did we feel insecure. It was 29°+ Celsius for our whole stay however we were quite comfortable using only the ceiling and floor fans to keep us cool. Just the fall getaway we needed! Thank you Claudia

Stayed 18 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

21 Nov 2022

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1st Big Island trip

This was a perfect location for us to relax and explore the west side of the island. Centrally located, and very comfortable. Very clean resort, well kept!

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

25 Oct 2022

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Condo stay

The property is in an excellent location and we enjoyed our stay very much

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Claudia Shukle

We have been coming to Kona for 20+ years, we are both avid scuba divers and also love to snorkel. This island is great for shore diving, plus there are several dive shops that have boats for those that like boat diving. We had looked for a condo in this complex for a long time and finally found the one we wanted. The unit has a great view of the ocean and the BBQ's are close, . The unit is stocked with just about anything you need to make meals.

The island of Hawaii is large and has a lot to see, you will need a car to get around, though some people have rented from us and just walked to town or taken the little trolley bus that goes by our condo on Alii Dr. everyday. There is a guide book in the unit that gives good directions to beaches and all the attractions that the Big Island has to offer. The volcano and all the tropical water falls are on the other side of the island.

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