5 Star Location! Downtown Hawaiian Paradise Condo w/ Hot Tub, Pool & Beach

Kailua-Kona · Big Island · 1 bedrooms · 1 bathrooms · Sleeps 3 · 10.0/10 · 10 reviews

Rental Details

Property Overview

Stay in the heart of Kailua-Kona on Ali‘i Drive—just steps from the beach, dining, shops, and tours. The prime downtown location and amenities are the highlight of this condo. This ground-floor studio at Kona Islander Inn is perfect for a walkable, no-car-needed stay. Enjoy a pool, hot tub, and private patio, plus AC, fast WiFi, and a comfy queen bed. Ideal for guests who want location, convenience, and value while exploring the island.

Prime Downtown Kona Location on Ali'i Drive: Walk to Everything! No car Needed!

This is a 5 Star location!

Stay in the heart of Kailua-Kona where the island experience starts right outside your door. This ground-floor studio at the charming, plantation-style Kona Islander Inn is ideal for guests seeking location, convenience, and value. You can walk to over 50 restaurants, cafés, shops, tours, and nightlife within minutes, and a sandy beach just across the street offers easy access to sea turtles and Kona’s unforgettable sunsets. If you’re looking for a no-car-needed stay where you can explore, dine, and relax with ease, this is the perfect home base.

Designed as a comfortable place to recharge between adventures, the Hawaiian-themed studio features a queen bed with a 12-inch medium-firm memory foam mattress, a futon sofa bed for additional guests, strong air conditioning, unlimited high-speed WiFi, a private patio, and a compact kitchenette for light meals. The Kona Islander Inn also offers a pool, hot tub, BBQ grills, and on-site laundry for your convenience. The space is a cozy and efficient studio layout in an unbeatable location, with a compact refrigerator and sink that is shared between the kitchenette and bathroom, which is common in this setup.

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM or late check-out between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM may be available for $30 plus Hawaii state tax, subject to availability. Let us know in advance and we will do our best.

Parking at Kona Islander Inn is limited and first-come, first-served (free with permit). After 3–4 pm, on-site spots often fill up but parking along Kuakini Hwy is perfectly safe, free, and common in downtown Kona.

Registration Number: TA-149-829-2736-01, GE-149-829-2736-01, 3750080030074

Rental FAQ

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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 – 0.56 km to center), United States
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 3 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Condo
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 372 sq ft (35 sq m)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Fence around the pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Lanai / balcony
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair accessible parking available
  • A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Dryer
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Living Area
  • No Smoking
  • Outdoor Hot tub / space
  • 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: 0
  • 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 TA 149 829 2736 01, GE 149 829 2736 01, 3750080030074
What are the house rules and policies?
  • Pets not allowed
  • This property does not allow children.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Location: Kailua Kona, HI (Alii Kai – Historic Kailua Village – Kona Coast – 0.56 km to center), United States
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
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 explore. Parking notes: Car not required, Onsite parking, Wheelchair accessible parking available.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a condo rental.

Is the Check Availability button the official booking link?

The button opens the partner listing page where you can review final rates, fees, availability, policies and booking details.

Guest Reviews

Reviews

Rich H.8.0/10
Feb 13, 2026

Host was great and the space had what we needed.

Donald W.8.0/10
Feb 2, 2026

We found the space to be very clean and welcoming. We loved the location with an easy walk to almost anywhere in town.

Kathryn B.10.0/10
Jan 21, 2026

Very nice, great location

Kimberley C.10.0/10
Jan 8, 2026

Great location. Close to everything. Chris and Heather were very responsive and hospitable. Even gave us a recommendation for New Year's Eve dinner.

Amy C.10.0/10
Mar 2, 2025

Wonderful place to stay. Saw lots of whales and dolphins from the lanai. Exceptional central location to walk around town. Lots of restaurants around to choose from. Comfortable place to stay.

Mara N.10.0/10
Jul 11, 2023

Chris was such a wonderful host, we were able to check in early and stay another evening since we had a late flight! The condo was nice and clean with great amenities at the hotel. There was also east access to get to restaurants, shopping, and beaches.

Mo M.10.0/10
Mar 19, 2023

Across the street from the ocean & close to shopping & restaurants, this mice little condo was fantastic!!

Elliott D.10.0/10
Mar 12, 2019

Perfect little condo in the heart of Kona. The hot tub and pool were awesome!

Patricia M.10.0/10
Feb 7, 2019

This was a lovely place to stay! The bed and futon were very comfortable with lots of extra soft, fuzzy pillows. The interior decorating was cohesive and modern. It was extremely clean and a wonderful place to relax.

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