Hale Kona Kai 404 - Find your Beach with Kona Beach Properties

Kailua Kona · Big Island · 1 bedrooms · 1 bathrooms · Sleeps 2 · 9.6/10 · 97 reviews

Rental Details

Property Overview

Hale Kona Kai 404 is uniquely designed. The bedroom and living room are separated by sliding french doors instead of the traditional closed rooms. This allows the condo to open up into one large space. A great benefit to this layout is that the AC works much more effectively in cooling the condo.

AIR CONDITIONING UPDATE - January 2026
In the late fall of 2025, the central air conditioning system at Hale Kona Kai was replaced. The HVAC equipment that services the individual condo was also inspected, with and any and all required maintenance/repairs completed. The air conditioning is in peak condition at this time.

Find your beach with Kona Beach Properties! This beautifully upgraded oceanfront property offers unobstructed views of the Kona coastline. The ocean is teeming with life! Sit on your lanai and watch spinning dolphins year around and humpback breaching just offshore during the winter and spring months. Turtles and eels find plenty of sustenance in the tide pools. Wake up and fall asleep to the calming sound of the ocean.

Featured amenities include wraparound lanai, central AC for those extra warm nights and high speed wifi, a necessity for "working" remotely where Zoom conference calls may be necessary.

This unit comes equipped with beach chairs, towels, umbrella, and a small cooler for guests use. It may or may not have some snorkel gear that was left by previous guests. We do not provide snorkel gear. Non-fitting snorkel gear takes all the fun out of snorkeling, so it is best to rent your equipment while you are here.
Hale Kona Kai is a special complex right on the ocean in the heart of Kona. It is a short walk to anything you need; restaurants, entertainment, shopping and beaches. An elevator provides easy access. The property boasts a heated salt water pool and BBQ area. Laundry rooms are available on each floor.

Oceanfront property disclaimer: this unit could not get any closer to the ocean. It makes for great, unobstructed ocean views along with a bird's eye view of the reef below. However, during the winter in Hawaii, we get large swells and wind off the water. Your view may be impaired by saltwater dried onto the glass. During high swells and wind and or rain, it may not be comfortable to sit on the lanai. Please take this information into consideration when booking. If you feel these issues may adversely impact your stay, please call us. We may have other properties not quite so close to the water that may better see your needs.

The island has many resort-quality golf courses, the closest one within 5 miles. There are plenty of places to snorkel from shore, or take a snorkeling cruise. Kona offers world-class fishing opportunities. Catch an Ono for dinner or a world record Pacific Blue Marlin.

This is a no-smoking, no pet facility.

TA-141-628-0064-01

Registration Number: 750180170030, GE-141-628-0064-01, TA-141-628-0064-01

Rental FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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 – 1.14 km to center), United States
  • In the city center
  • 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: 576 sq ft (54 sq m)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Air conditioning
  • WiFi available
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Near laundromat
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Lanai / balcony
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Onsite parking
  • A/C
  • BBQ grill
  • Elevator
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Living Area
  • No Smoking
  • Pool
  • TV
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check out before 11:00 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 750180170030, GE 141 628 0064 01, TA 141 628 0064 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?
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Location: Kailua Kona, HI (Alii Kai – Historic Kailua Village – Kona Coast – 1.14 km to center), United States
  • 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 explore. Parking notes: Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a condo rental.

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Guest Reviews

Reviews

Andrea A.10.0/10
Dec 18, 2025

Cannot say enough positive things about our wonderful stay here for our honeymoon! One of our favorite parts hands down was being lulled to sleep by the beautiful sound of the waves, and the gorgeous view of them from our balcony. We also really appreciated how the property had extra amenities available (in case you forgot anything) like laundry detergent pods, toothbrush and toothpaste, dish soap, a sponge, and even beach chairs and beach towels! We did our laundry in the laundry room on the condo's 4th floor before we left too, and it was only 4 to do a load of wash and dry! The bed and pillows were also very comfortable, which is always important to us as my partner has some back pain. We loved our stay here so much and highly recommend!

Robert G.10.0/10
Dec 15, 2025

Great place with everyone we needed. Location was fantastic and we really had no need to interact with management company. Only need was the bathroom door. Loud squeak in night was annoying. Wonderful place!

dennis h.10.0/10
Dec 11, 2025

The unit is on the top floor and the lanai seems to extend out in a way that gives a commanding view of the ocean both distant and directly above the water. The condo has obviously undergone a major renovation and most likely by an architect or professional designer. The kitchen has quartz counter tops and all new appliances, cookware and tableware. I've stayed in this unit before and recommend it without qualification. The rental agent is on site and helpful and committed to insuring that her guests have an enjoyable stay.

Mark T.10.0/10
Sep 29, 2025

Incredible views and Great Location with everything you need in walking distance. Enjoyed watching the cruise ships arrive and depart every day. The Host was very accommodating and the Jeanie with the Kona Property Management was there for all our needs.We will definitely come back and hope this unit is available.

Jamie S.10.0/10
Sep 17, 2025

It is a beautiful property with an amazing view. It is walkable to many restaurants and shops. We highly recommend your VRBO!

Leesa R.8.0/10
Jun 2, 2025

We had a great stay at your beautiful place on your beautiful island. Thank you for sharing.

Travis M.10.0/10
May 20, 2025

We enjoyed the place a lot. It has a view that is amazing, we enjoyed sitting and watching the waves, the fish and the turtles. Everyday we saw turtles below our room and one was very large and we now call him big Eddy. The pool was nice and never crowded. The location was nice especially if you wanted to walk to the shops and good food close by.

Cathy C.10.0/10
May 14, 2025

This is a very comfortable and well equipped condo. We spent hours on the balcony, especially since the swell was up and the waves were powerful. Saw surfers everyday as well as turtles and spinner dolphins.

Carrington H.10.0/10
Apr 30, 2025

This condo was so dreamy for our adventurous getaway. The sound of the ocean, sunset views and countless creature sightings in the tide pools below really made our trip!It was extremely clean, homey, and had everything we needed for our stay. We also loved the walkability to countless great coffee shops, restaurants, etc.

Thomas S.10.0/10
Apr 8, 2025

This is the second time I have stayed at the Hale Kona Kai and it was wonderful. This was not a vacation trip this time around but was for family business. It was great to have a place like this to wind down at the end of the day and enjoy the view. I will certainly book here again and would recommend it to anyone who wants a great view and a location that can't be beat.

Christa D.8.0/10
Apr 1, 2025

It was a wonderful space with everything I needed for my stay. I will definitely book this location again.

Eva H.10.0/10
Mar 26, 2025

Had everything we needed in a great spot!

Larissa D.10.0/10
Mar 11, 2025

We visited Hawaii for the first time and couldn't have picked a better spot to start our time here. The room was perfect for us and the view and location was amazing. We will miss hearing the waves at night.

Rhonda W.10.0/10
Feb 24, 2025

You will not be disappointed! Great location and beautiful unit. We saw dolphins and whales off the lanai. Amazing sunsets every night. My only one suggestion would be is to have curtains on the bedroom doors for a bit of privacy and blocking out light when someone is using living room. But it all still worked. And if you plan to do laundry bring some quarters. We had a really hard time finding anyone on a weekend give us change to wash clothes. Wish we had longer in this beautiful place. A little bit of heaven.

Cheri L.10.0/10
Jan 31, 2025

This condo is "Island" decorated that enhanced our stay in Hawaii with a perfect location, basically on the water, and a short walk to central Kona! The unit is remodeled with an open feeling, continuous sound of waves, beautiful sunset views from inside the condo and on the balcony! We would absolutely stay on the property and in this unit on our next visit!

Margaret S.8.0/10
Jan 3, 2025

Great location - right on the edge of town, walkable to lots of restaurants and shops. Condo was a little outdated - appliances and furniture - but overall clean and comfortable, and the location could not be beat!Condo was very clean and well appointed - plenty of towels and blankets, snorkel gear, tote bags, coolers, chairs, etc. view is amazing, many cruise ships all week long - but be prepared for sea-spray! Even on fourth floor, our balcony was coated in salt and wet with sea-spray most days! Crashing waves really made it hard for anything to dry out there.

Coleen B.10.0/10
Nov 9, 2024

First of all, this is a 5 star condo. The location is perfect, and this particular condo meets all the requirements for 5 stars. We have stayed at Hale Kona Kai many times over the past 15 years. It was nice to see the AC had been upgraded. We agree with the listing statement that the bedroom and living room are separated by sliding french doors instead of the traditional closed rooms. This allows the condo to open up into one large space. A great benefit to this layout is that the AC works much more effectively in keeping the whole condo cool. I appreciate the accuracy of the listing, and the picture of the cruise ship out front. It shows they are not trying to hide anything. The cruise ship is only in port on Wednesdays, and it is far enough away that it doesn't even obstruct the magnificent view. I wish they included a picture of the tidepools in front of the lanai. It brings endless entertainment watching the river of yellow tang come in each morning and the eels, and turtles feeding throughout the day. A perfect place to have a slow morning or watch the beutiful sunsets. The only thing I would have wanted included, is some plastic bags, saran wrap and foil. Everything else was provided including coffee. They also provided nice welcome packs of shampoo, conditioner, soap, dish soap etc..

Lenae G.10.0/10
Sep 13, 2024

This property is beautiful and was everything it needed to be. Very happy with the stay.

Dia E.10.0/10
Jun 28, 2024

This is our favorite place to stay in Kona. Great location. Awesome view.

Norma V.10.0/10
Jun 14, 2024

We absolutely loved this place, location is unbeatable as well as the view.

Robin W.10.0/10
May 21, 2024

Condo was very well laid out and had everything we needed. Walking distance to drinks or restaurants, right on the water, and on a nice quiet side street. The best part was the manager. Husband managed to forget his favorite aloha shirts in the closet and the manager had them packed and sent back immediately, keeping us up to date along the way. Thank you so much!

Renee T.10.0/10
Apr 17, 2024

We completely enjoyed our stay and would most definitely return in the future.

Mona E.10.0/10
Jan 25, 2024

We so enjoyed being able to sit on the deck, with tall table and chairs, so you can see over the railing. The sounds of the ocean seeing the whales, and the sunsets reminded us of what a wonderful creation God has given us.

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