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Welcome to Kona Alii #704 — a spectacular top-floor oceanfront penthouse where downtown Kailua-Kona meets elevated island luxury.
From the moment you step inside, it becomes clear that this is not your typical vacation rental. Completely remodeled with high-end finishes and thoughtfully selected furnishings, #704 offers the rare combination of a premier penthouse location, incredible ocean views, beautiful interiors, and your very own private rooftop deck.
And then there is the view.
Step onto the lanai and the Pacific Ocean stretches out directly in front of you. From this top-floor vantage point, the views are simply breathtaking. Watch boats pass along the Kona coastline, enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the water, and settle in for unforgettable sunsets from what may be one of the best oceanfront viewpoints in downtown Kailua-Kona. The lanai is truly the heart of this residence and a place you may never want to leave.
Inside, the beautifully remodeled kitchen features high-end finishes and comes fully equipped for everything from a quick breakfast before heading to the beach to preparing a special dinner at home. The adjoining living area is comfortably furnished with upscale pieces and features a massive television for relaxing after a day of exploring the island.
The main-level bedroom is a peaceful retreat with a queen-size bed, its own split-system air conditioning, and an ensuite bathroom featuring a beautiful vanity and tub/shower combination. A second full bathroom on the main level offers a walk-in shower.
Head upstairs to the loft and discover an incredible second sleeping retreat featuring a king-size bed, another massive television, and its own split-system air conditioning. The loft also includes a charming wet bar with a mini refrigerator and sink — perfect for keeping cold drinks nearby or enjoying a quiet evening upstairs.
One of the most unique features of this penthouse is your dedicated rooftop deck. Step outside to your own elevated outdoor space with a chaise lounge and additional seating. Soak up the Kona sunshine, bring up your morning coffee, relax with a book, or simply enjoy having another private outdoor space high above downtown.
The residence also features its own dedicated laundry room — an especially convenient amenity for longer stays.
Kona Alii's elevator makes accessing this top-floor residence easy, while the location puts you right in the heart of downtown Kailua-Kona. Restaurants, shopping, cafés, nightlife and the waterfront are all nearby, yet once you return upstairs to your penthouse, the sweeping Pacific views create an entirely different experience.
Please note that there is no air conditioning in the main living room. Split-system air conditioning is provided in both the main-level bedroom and upstairs loft, and these systems help cool the condo entirely.
Kona Alii#704 is more than a place to stay: it is the kind of property that becomes part of your Hawaii experience. Two sleeping areas, two full bathrooms, gorgeous high-end finishes, exceptional furnishings, dedicated laundry, elevator access, a private rooftop deck, and a top-floor direct-oceanfront setting in the heart of Kona.
If you're searching for one of downtown Kailua-Kona's most memorable luxury vacation rentals, you've found it.
Welcome to the penthouse. Welcome to the view. Welcome to Kona Alii#704.
TAT#TA-085-615-8208-01
STVR#19-345128
- *All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management**
- **All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change.***
Registration Number: GE-085-615-8208-01, 750080010063, TA-085-615-8208-01
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Fully equipped Condo, just bring change of clothes. Brett & Diane are wonderful host and will try to accommodate any special needs. The condo is so well appointed with great furniture, binoculars for viewing the expansive ocean views etc, etc. We will be back. Thank again Brett & Diane
The rooms and entire property was very nice and clean. The views were spectacular.The shops and many restaurants were in walking distance. The host was very accessible. The pool and bbq was nice also. Our family had a great time.
Spacious, comfortable condo with a beautiful view. Located within walking distance of many restaurants and snack shops or a short drive to grocery stores and more eateries.
Amazing location - very convenient to get around and wonderful views. Kitchen was well stocked so easy to cook in.
The condo was great. It felt like a home away from home and had all the extras we wanted but didn’t want to buy for such a short trip like boogie boards, beach chairs, sun-umbrella, and snorkeling gear. We had the water not working one morning and our host was extremely responsive to my email and let us know it was from a leak in a different unit. We also had an issue with the ac because we got it on the wrong settings and he had it fixed so quickly. It was an amazing trip and we would definitely stay in that condo again if we make it back to Hawaii.
Yes. Lovely balcony, appreciated the binoculars too see dolphins and look for whales.
Everything about this place was amazing. The ocean view, condo, and the location were all great.
Beautiful condo with a spectacular view from the Lanai. We saw lots of whales and dolphins! Great location in walking distance to many restaurants and shops.
Incredible sunset views! We will be back. Thank you for a great stay.
Host did an outstanding job of making sure we were well informed. Property has a million dollar view from the front Lanai. Beds are comfortable and the Grill down by the pool area worked well for grilling stakes
Where to start. This place was amazing. Brett and Dianne have thought of everything for this condo. My wife and I stayed from 11/5 - 11/14/2025 to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. We arrived and stopped at Costco on the way to stock up. Then proceeded to the condo, where via shopping carts between the parking garage and the elevators we got everything up to the top floor. All instructions were clear, the place was immaculate, and we were immediately struck by the spaciousness of the place and the view from the lanai. Our hosts had macadamia nuts next to the binder that explained everything you would need to know about the place, including how to use the remote controls, deal with the trash, and suggested activities. The kitchen had virtually anything you would need, was appointed with the nicest appliances I've every used. The Laundry room had high end front load washer/dryer with clear instructions tapped to the front. The bedrooms, Master and Loft had high thread count sheets and bedding, TVs mounted on the walls, split A/C systems, and all the amenities you would expect in a 5 star hotel. My favorite place became the lanai. We could sit at the high top table and watch the dolphins and swimmers in the bay with the binoculars/telescope, eat our meals, or sit in the reclining chairs and have a cocktail all while listening to our favorite Pandora station (Chris Rea Radio) on the Sonos speakers. We highly recommend this place. 10/10.
Our stay here was amazing. The unit had everything we needed from cooking to beach supplies. The view from the lanai was breath taking. Restaurants and shops were right below us and we were only a couple minutes away from the snorkeling adventures we had. We will definitely stay here again if we come in the future.
Pros: Great location, great view. Overall nice place. Great communication with owners.Cons: Tight parking for larger trucks/SUVs, loud vehicle engines/music in street below periodically interrupt tranquility, minor maintenance issues with blinds/patio door locks. Pre-cooling unit prior to check-in would be nice.
We had an incredible experience at this beautifully decorated condo in Kona! The location was ideal—close to everything yet peaceful and relaxing. The lanai was our favorite spot, offering stunning sunset views and a refreshing breeze every evening. The owner was exceptionally responsive and made sure everything was perfect throughout our stay. We couldn’t have asked for a better home base for our Hawaiian adventure. Highly recommend!
Wow, loved this place! Very clear directions on getting to the unit and how to access the property. The condo was exceptionally clean and well stocked. Having all the beach toys and accessories really came in handy too. If you’re staying in Kailua-Kona this is the best location, close to tourist shops but also regular grocery stores. 100% recommend!
This was the perfect choice for our vacation. The condo was comfortable and clean, with plenty of room for everyone to unpack and relax. With the reserved parking spot, fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, and wi-fi we had everything we needed to live comfortably and come and go easily. The location is an easy walk to some great restaurants and shopping. The closet full of beach supplies was especially helpful for our trips to the beach. When we were not out exploring the island, we especially loved sitting on the lanai enjoying the views and sounds of the ocean. The only thing better than a great condo? Wonderful owners. We reached out with a couple of questions, and found the owners to be responsive and helpful. They went above and beyond in providing us with some great tips about favorite beeches, dining, and other activities on the island. Thanks for helping make this a fantastic vacation for my family.
View from the condo is just amazing!! You can sit on the lanai for hours!! The condo is very clean and a perfect fit for our family. Convenient to shops & restaurants, can easily travel to all sides of the island, and provides all of the amenities needed for the beach.
This is a really nice property. Nice layout on the main floor and a huge loft with a California king bed, a 55” TV and a refrigerator. Nice touches include an air printer for printing with your devices and a terrific smart TV with hundreds of channels and dozens of apps, allowing you to sign in with your credentials to watch from your playlists.The view is fantastic with a full ocean view and a very nice lanai. The loft has a mountain lanai overlooking the pool area.The owners are a dream to work with. Very helpful and accommodating. Only drawbacks are minor. The parking space is a bit tight. I would recommend nothing larger than an intermediate sized vehicle. Also, while oceanfront property, Ali’i Drive is between the condo building and the water and there are bars nearby, both of which create noise that is sometimes annoying.All in all, I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Excellent location, all amenities close-by with well stocked condo, good quality appliances, comfortable and roomy, beautiful views with ocean right out doorstep, lovely pool...market 2 mins away...fresh fruit, macadamia nuts, Coffee, chocolate..yay!!!Love, love this place!! Mahalo
We enjoyed five nights in the condo. The property was as described and very clean. We really enjoyed the beautiful sunsets from the front balcony. Would definitely stay again!Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.
This condo was exactly as listed. Easy check in, fantastic location in Kona, and fully stocked to make your holiday comfortable. Loved the lanai, beds were comfortable and I would stay here again anytime.
This property has beautiful views of the ocean and is in close proximity to several restaurants. Check in was easy and the place was CLEAN! I would definitely stay here again.
We had an amazing stay at the Punahele Penthouse. The view and ocean sounds from the lanai were incredible. The condo is in a perfect location to explore Kona and the island. The condo is stocked with everything you would ever need, including beach gear. The condo is cared for by the owners, we felt so welcome it was like we were renting from family. Thank you again, Diane and Brett, we can’t wait to return.
Great views, great location, wonderful unit!
This is a wonderful property! Clean, comfortable, and location was the best!! We would most certainly stay here again. It had all the amenities. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful unit with us!!
We had a wonderful stay in the condo. The view was great, space was clean and plentiful! Really enjoyed the slowed down atmosphere of Kona and did a ton of exploring the island with this as our home base.
I was very lucky to have found this condo! My mom lived in Kona for 30 years and we come back to visit. Two years ago we stayed at another condo which was lovely, but small. We took a chance on something different and so glad we did. They thought of everything at this condo!! Anything we needed they had. Any question we had they got back right away. The location can’t be beat, in the middle of Alii. I recommend this property to everyone!!
Beautiful ocean and sunset view with sounds of crashing waves. Perfectly appointed accommodations. Would definitely stay here again.
Everything about it was just what we expected. it was close to everything
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Kailua-Kona, Big Island
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Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Kailua Kona (postal 96740) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Kailua Kona, HI (Alii Kai – Historic Kailua Village – Kona Coast – 0.50 km to center), US
- In the city center
- On the waterfront
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 4 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Condo
- Unit size: 1090 sq ft (101 sq m)
- Bed sheets provided
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Near laundromat
- Washing machine and dryer
- Shared/communal pool
- Lanai / balcony
- Onsite parking
- Onsite parking options include a garage
- A/C
- Dryer
- Elevator
- Free Parking
- Internet
- Kitchen
- No Smoking
- Pool
- TV
- Washer
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 4:00 PM
- Check out before 11:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 18
- Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
- You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
- Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Property Registration Number GE 085 615 8208 01, 750080010063, TA 085 615 8208 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- Children are welcome.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
- Basketball nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Location: Kailua Kona, HI (Alii Kai – Historic Kailua Village – Kona Coast – 0.50 km to center), US
- In the city center
- On the waterfront
Do I need a rental car on Big Island, and what about parking?
A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to visit. Parking notes: Onsite parking, Onsite parking options include a garage.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a condo rental.
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