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• Kona Islander 245 | Ocean View Studio in the Heart of Kailua-Kona

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Relax on your private balcony with stunning sea views framed by swaying palms. Watch the azure ocean shimmer beyond the lush tropical gardens while you unwind in coastal serenity.
Your private kitchenette features granite counters, warm wood cabinetry, and modern appliances—perfect for preparing light meals while enjoying ocean breezes through the open doorway.
Your stylish galley kitchen features gleaming granite countertops, warm wood cabinetry, and modern appliances—perfect for whipping up delicious vacation meals together.
Your kitchen comes fully equipped with granite counters, rich wood cabinetry, modern appliances, and even a coffee maker ready for leisurely mornings.
Your bright, island-inspired living space opens to a private lanai with palm trees and ocean views, creating the perfect Hawaiian retreat for relaxation.
Bedroom
1
Bathroom
1
Guests
2

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About this property

Stay in the heart of Kailua-Kona at Kona Islander 245, a cozy studio with ocean views and an unbeatable location just steps from Aliʻi Drive. This comfortable retreat features a queen bed, kitchenette with a mini refrigerator, microwave, and sink, free Wi-Fi, and contactless check-in. Walk to beaches, restaurants, shopping, Kailua Pier, farmers markets, and ocean activities while enjoying the perfect home base for your Big Island vacation.

Kona Islander 245 | Ocean View Studio in Downtown Kailua-Kona

Experience the best of the Big Island from Kona Islander 245, a charming ocean-view studio located in the heart of downtown Kailua-Kona. Perfect for couples or solo travelers, this comfortable vacation rental offers an unbeatable location just steps from Aliʻi Drive, where you'll find oceanfront dining, local shops, beaches, farmers markets, and unforgettable Hawaiian sunsets.

Whether you're visiting for snorkeling, sightseeing, or simply relaxing in paradise, Kona Islander 245 places you close to everything the Kona Coast has to offer.

Unit Highlights

  • Cozy ocean-view studio
  • Queen-size bed
  • Kitchenette with sink, microwave, and mini refrigerator
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Contactless check-in and check-out
  • Private entrance
  • Walk to restaurants, shopping, beaches, and attractions
  • Perfect for couples or solo travelers

Comfortable Studio Living

Thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, this inviting studio offers a relaxing place to unwind after a day exploring the island. Wake up to ocean views, enjoy the island breeze, and rest comfortably on the plush queen-size bed.

The open layout provides everything needed for a convenient and enjoyable stay.

Kitchenette

Prepare light meals and snacks with the convenient kitchenette featuring:

  • Mini refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Sink
  • Basic kitchen essentials

Perfect for breakfast before heading out to explore Kona or storing refreshments after a day at the beach.

Prime Kailua-Kona Location

One of the greatest features of Kona Islander 245 is its incredible walkable location. You'll be just minutes from many of Kona's most popular attractions, including:

  • Aliʻi Drive
  • Kailua Pier
  • Huliheʻe Palace
  • Kona Farmers Market
  • Oceanfront restaurants and cafés
  • Boutique shopping
  • Art galleries
  • Kona Brewing Company
  • Snorkeling and paddleboarding
  • Sunset cruises
  • Coffee shops
  • Historic landmarks

Spend your days exploring the vibrant downtown area without needing to drive.

Nearby Activities

Adventure awaits just outside your door:

  • Snorkeling
  • Stand-up paddleboarding
  • Deep-sea fishing
  • Whale watching (seasonal)
  • Manta ray night snorkels
  • Sunset cruises
  • Hawaiian cultural sites
  • Coffee farm tours
  • Beach hopping along the Kona Coast

Why Guests Love Kona Islander 245

  • Ocean views
  • Walkable downtown location
  • Cozy and affordable accommodations
  • Contactless check-in
  • Steps from Aliʻi Drive
  • Close to beaches, restaurants, and shopping
  • Great home base for exploring the Big Island

Important Information

  • Stairs are required to access this unit.
  • Parking at Kona Islander is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If the onsite parking lot is full, guests may need to park on the street directly in front of the property.
  • While we strive to keep listing photos current, furnishings and décor may occasionally be updated. Functionality, seating, and sleeping accommodations will remain the same or may improve.

Discover the charm, convenience, and beauty of downtown Kona at Kona Islander 245, where ocean views, walkable attractions, and the spirit of aloha make every stay unforgettable.

Hawaii State Tax ID: 062-598-3488-02

Registration Number: 750080030119, GE-062-598-3488-02, TA-062-598-3488-02

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Relax on your private balcony with stunning sea views framed by swaying palms. Watch the azure ocean shimmer beyond the lush tropical gardens while you unwind in coastal serenity.
Relax on your private balcony with stunning sea views framed by swaying palms. Watch the azure ocean shimmer beyond the lush tropical gardens while you unwind in coastal serenity.
Your private kitchenette features granite counters, warm wood cabinetry, and modern appliances—perfect for preparing light meals while enjoying ocean breezes through the open doorway.
Your private kitchenette features granite counters, warm wood cabinetry, and modern appliances—perfect for preparing light meals while enjoying ocean breezes through the open doorway.
Your stylish galley kitchen features gleaming granite countertops, warm wood cabinetry, and modern appliances—perfect for whipping up delicious vacation meals together.
Your stylish galley kitchen features gleaming granite countertops, warm wood cabinetry, and modern appliances—perfect for whipping up delicious vacation meals together.
Your kitchen comes fully equipped with granite counters, rich wood cabinetry, modern appliances, and even a coffee maker ready for leisurely mornings.
Your kitchen comes fully equipped with granite counters, rich wood cabinetry, modern appliances, and even a coffee maker ready for leisurely mornings.
Your bright, island-inspired living space opens to a private lanai with palm trees and ocean views, creating the perfect Hawaiian retreat for relaxation.
Your bright, island-inspired living space opens to a private lanai with palm trees and ocean views, creating the perfect Hawaiian retreat for relaxation.
Your bright studio opens to a private lanai overlooking swaying palms and tropical greenery, with a comfortable workspace, flat-screen TV, and breezy island vibes just steps from paradise.
Your bright studio opens to a private lanai overlooking swaying palms and tropical greenery, with a comfortable workspace, flat-screen TV, and breezy island vibes just steps from paradise.
Your oceanfront studio welcomes you with vibrant tropical décor, a plush bed overlooking swaying palms, and sliding glass doors opening to your private balcony with stunning sea views.
Your oceanfront studio welcomes you with vibrant tropical décor, a plush bed overlooking swaying palms, and sliding glass doors opening to your private balcony with stunning sea views.
Enjoy your meals at this cozy indoor dining spot with tropical charm, just steps from your private balcony overlooking palm trees and sparkling ocean views.
Enjoy your meals at this cozy indoor dining spot with tropical charm, just steps from your private balcony overlooking palm trees and sparkling ocean views.
Settle into your private balcony and gaze at swaying palms, lush gardens, and glimpses of sparkling ocean beyond—a perfect spot to sip morning coffee or unwind with an island breeze.
Settle into your private balcony and gaze at swaying palms, lush gardens, and glimpses of sparkling ocean beyond—a perfect spot to sip morning coffee or unwind with an island breeze.
Picture yourself unwinding on your private balcony, soaking in the tropical sea breeze and breathtaking ocean views framed by swaying palms. Your perfect Hawaiian escape awaits just beyond this tranquil terrace.
Picture yourself unwinding on your private balcony, soaking in the tropical sea breeze and breathtaking ocean views framed by swaying palms. Your perfect Hawaiian escape awaits just beyond this tranquil terrace.
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Cool off in the sparkling pool, then fire up the grill under the palms. Your tropical escape features lush gardens, BBQ facilities, and relaxed outdoor living.
Cool off in the sparkling pool, then fire up the grill under the palms. Your tropical escape features lush gardens, BBQ facilities, and relaxed outdoor living.
The property features a sparkling outdoor pool surrounded by tropical palms and lush landscaping, offering a relaxing poolside retreat during your Hawaiian stay.
The property features a sparkling outdoor pool surrounded by tropical palms and lush landscaping, offering a relaxing poolside retreat during your Hawaiian stay.
The property is situated in a lush tropical setting surrounded by tall palm trees, located along a serene coastal road with nearby beach access.
The property is situated in a lush tropical setting surrounded by tall palm trees, located along a serene coastal road with nearby beach access.
Soak away your cares in your private hot tub, sheltered under a canopy and surrounded by lush tropical palms—pure relaxation awaits.
Soak away your cares in your private hot tub, sheltered under a canopy and surrounded by lush tropical palms—pure relaxation awaits.
Slip into the warm, bubbling water and let the lush tropical surroundings melt your stress away beneath your private canopy.
Slip into the warm, bubbling water and let the lush tropical surroundings melt your stress away beneath your private canopy.
The property is situated near a beautiful coastal area, framed by swaying palm trees and vibrant tropical landscaping, with the ocean just steps away.
The property is situated near a beautiful coastal area, framed by swaying palm trees and vibrant tropical landscaping, with the ocean just steps away.
The property features a pristine outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and towering palms, with a convenient hot tub nearby for ultimate relaxation.
The property features a pristine outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and towering palms, with a convenient hot tub nearby for ultimate relaxation.
A serene resort-style pool surrounded by lush tropical palms and landscaping, with multi-level balconied accommodations framing the tranquil space.
A serene resort-style pool surrounded by lush tropical palms and landscaping, with multi-level balconied accommodations framing the tranquil space.
Tropical paradise awaits with a sparkling pool surrounded by lush palms and swaying trees. Relax by the water or unwind in your private balcony overlooking this serene oasis.
Tropical paradise awaits with a sparkling pool surrounded by lush palms and swaying trees. Relax by the water or unwind in your private balcony overlooking this serene oasis.
A beachfront location where the property sits near calm turquoise waters, swaying palms, and volcanic rock formations along the shoreline.
A beachfront location where the property sits near calm turquoise waters, swaying palms, and volcanic rock formations along the shoreline.
Palm-studded oceanfront setting with pristine coastal vistas, lush tropical landscaping, and serene beachside surroundings just beyond the property grounds.
Palm-studded oceanfront setting with pristine coastal vistas, lush tropical landscaping, and serene beachside surroundings just beyond the property grounds.
The granite countertops and warm wood cabinetry create a welcoming space where you'll find everything you need to refresh and unwind after your day's adventures.
The granite countertops and warm wood cabinetry create a welcoming space where you'll find everything you need to refresh and unwind after your day's adventures.
Step into a bright, welcoming bathroom with custom tile work and coastal-inspired details—designed to make your daily routine feel like a beach escape.
Step into a bright, welcoming bathroom with custom tile work and coastal-inspired details—designed to make your daily routine feel like a beach escape.
Your bright studio features a Murphy bed with tropical beach linens, a dining workspace, and mirrored wardrobes. Peek through to your private balcony where morning coffee awaits.
Your bright studio features a Murphy bed with tropical beach linens, a dining workspace, and mirrored wardrobes. Peek through to your private balcony where morning coffee awaits.
Relax in your bright studio where tropical décor and beachy bedding evoke island vibes, while mirrored partitions and a cozy futon create flexible living and sleeping spaces.
Relax in your bright studio where tropical décor and beachy bedding evoke island vibes, while mirrored partitions and a cozy futon create flexible living and sleeping spaces.
Unwind in your cozy bedroom with tropical-themed bedding and smart storage overhead. A dedicated workspace connects through the open doorway for your convenience.
Unwind in your cozy bedroom with tropical-themed bedding and smart storage overhead. A dedicated workspace connects through the open doorway for your convenience.
Entrance into the home.
Entrance into the home.
Tropical coastal setting features vibrant turquoise ocean waters framed by swaying palm trees and lush greenery along a quiet residential street.
Tropical coastal setting features vibrant turquoise ocean waters framed by swaying palm trees and lush greenery along a quiet residential street.
A tropical oceanfront setting framed by swaying palms and lush greenery, showcasing the vibrant turquoise waters just steps from the property.
A tropical oceanfront setting framed by swaying palms and lush greenery, showcasing the vibrant turquoise waters just steps from the property.
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 – 0.44 km to center), US
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • On the waterfront
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 2 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Condo
  • Unit size: 372 sq ft (35 sq m)
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Near laundromat
  • Hot tub
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Lanai / balcony
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking
  • A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • No Smoking
  • Pool
  • TV
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check out before 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check in age: 21
  • Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Contactless check in available
  • 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 750080030119, GE 062 598 3488 02, TA 062 598 3488 02
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?
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Location: Kailua Kona, HI (Alii Kai – Historic Kailua Village – Kona Coast – 0.44 km to center), US
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
Do I need a rental car on Big Island, and what about parking?

A rental car is recommended for this area, especially if you plan to visit beaches, restaurants, activities and nearby towns. Parking notes: Car recommended, Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a condo rental.

Does the Check Availability button open the booking page?

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

Local Weather

Today's Weather in Kailua-Kona

Weather in Kailua-Kona
Cloudy · Updated 8:00 pm HST · Sunset 6:17 pm HST
Temperature
76°F
Feels like
82°F
Wind
2mph
Rain chance
94%
Overcast night skies – no stars, still plenty of island calm.

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