Oceanfront Sunsets in heart of Kona

Very nice accommodations and a very nice view of the beautiful garden and ocean. The bathroom could use a little updating but it was okay. Good shower nozzle. The host was terrific to work with and accommodated our late flight with a late check out. Mahalo, Carey

This stay was our best vacation rental experience yet! The condo was immaculate and had everything we needed. The ocean view was so relaxing all day. The neighbors were friendly, too. Just an overall great experience.The location was great for exploring the entire island. Hopefully, we can return some day.

We had a fantastic day and the owners were very reachable and kind! The place is absolutely beautiful and has amazing views! It was a fantastic location and we can’t wait to go back!

Nice view and convenient location. Leaving the doors and windows open for air flow meant a bit of road noise in the mornings.

Location, Location ,Location!! Place was as advertised and views are amazing! Nice quiet complex that allows for perfect relaxation , but a short walk or shorter drive to the ocean front village of Kona for restaurant's, bars,and shopping!, Hosts where very communicative amd responsive. Would highly recommend this place and look forward to coming back again!!

Great condo, great location! Beautiful views and grounds!

Beautiful grounds. Condo amenities ! Great place for 2 people. Pool area very nice. Snorkeling was right there also. Host was quick to respond to questions.

Loved the complex & view from the lanai! The pool was the best I’ve ever experienced. Difficult to leave & go back home.Mahalo to the hosts!

Lovely condo clean

Kona Makai is our favorite place to stay in Kona with its lovely grounds, beautiful view, and quiet ambiance - and this our second time returning to Micheal’s wonderful vacation home. Amazing view and lots of special touches - we could spend our entire vacation on the lanai with my favorite basket chair. AC in the bedroom makes for a comfortable nights sleep and well stocked kitchen has everything you need. We hope to return and highly recommend

Great location and really nice private condominium ground

Great space and a great location!

The unit had all of the things we needed to prepare our meals. Pots, pans and utensils. Ice maker was nice to fill our cooler daily. Air conditioner in both the living and bedroom worked great. Full sized washer and dryer as well. Sunset from the pool area is amazing!

My family like this condo! This place is well stocked with almost everything you need when you travel with children. Kitchen, bathroom, laundry, bedroom, stuff for beach. Feels like home. The owner put notes on the walls, and it is so easy for the stay. Owner is highly responsible, communication is smooth. Parking is easy and the condo is on the first floor; you don't need to worry about steps when you have heavy luggage. Suggestion: add some beach toys for small kid. Thank you Jeanette and Michael!

The view was spectacular!

The host is absolutely fantastic! Quick responses and does everything to make your stay comfortable and amazing. But nothing can beat the back lanai overlooking the grounds and straight to the ocean. Looked forward to every meal out there.

View from the balcony was awesome and the location was awesome.

Perfect stay! We loved this property and its beautiful view, pool/hot tub, chairs, umbrella, and KING size comfy bed. The host was very responsive and check in was easy. Right by the lively Kona strip and close to amazing beaches. Would definitely recommend!

The Best: Our stay was quite very relaxing. The condo is exactly as pictured and very comfortable in all ways. Location is perfect, beds comfy, unit was clean, ocean breezes were cooling with little need for AC. WiFi worked well, conference call with our IT to transfer data to a new laptop. The decor is unique and quite interesting. The sunsets and overall ambiance is spectacular. We did have need to contact the owners for a couple of quick questions and their response time was extremely prompt. We could have answered them ourselves had we checked cabinets, especially nice they took the time to point out locations of items. The owners take great care in the comfort and convenience of their guest.Minor issues: *Construction repairs are happening on one of the buildings at the edge of the property's oceanfront. The noise is considerable while at the pool/cabana and ocean seating area. * Although I believe the property does not allow animals, a local woman brought her dog to the seating area in the evening at sunset, well behaved just took up seating from other guests. *Very strict rules regarding telephone conversations, music, etc in common areas and on the lanai which we appreciate as noise does travel near the ocean. Only once did we experience another guest playing music loudly and making cell calls. Owners cannot be responsible for others who ignore the property rules, a maintenance person was present for the issues and said nothing so perhaps dogs are allowed.

My husband and I enjoyed a fabulous week long stay at this cute condo! Everything was clean and very comfortable, from the spacious bedroom to the lanai overlooking the gardens and ocean. If you want to cook your own meals, the kitchen is equipped with a stove/oven, plenty of pots, pans and utensils, and all the standard spices. We really enjoyed the communal effort to keep noise to a minimum, allowing you to enjoy the sound of the ocean and wind in the palm trees from the lanai and pool area. Overall a fabulous location, well appointed condo and beautiful view. We would definitely stay here again!

The oceanfront sunsets at this property were spectacular! It was easy to communicate with the host, they were very responsive and helpful. We appreciated all the amenities provided; including beach gear, and spices & condaments-it helpped a lot. The property is very well maintained. Mahalo for a wonderful stay in paradise!

Had a great 4 day stay here. The home is clean and well stocked. Really enjoyed the time spent on the Lanai and beautiful sunsets. The kitchen was well stocked with whatever we needed to cook breakfasts and make coffee. The walk from the home to downtown Kona is easy - about a mile to shops and restaurants. Hosts were responsive and check in process was easy. Parking and getting in and out was no problem. Definitely recommend having a car ti enjoy the island. Very happy with our stay.

Great pool!

Balcony view is exactly as advertised, so amazing! Lots of fans to keep the place cool, as well as air conditioning that we didn't use.

We loved our stay here! The condo had all the supplies we needed for some basic cooking. We especially loved the ocean view from the lanai! We were able to walk into town which was nice. The location felt safe and parking was secure. Would recommend!

The property was a beautiful space. The kitchen had all the appliances including a washer/dryer. The lanai was the perfect morning coffee-drinking spot with virw toward the ocean. The livivng room was spacious with 2 couches. Bathroom was great with lots of room. The king size bed in the bedroom was veey comfy. Not having to take a key when leaving the condo is very handy.We loved the sunsets down by the cabana!The condo is close to restaurants and other stores. Also, the airport is very close for going home.There are many beaches south of the condo. Kahalu'u was our favorite for snorkeling; lots of fantastic fish.One can't go wrong renting this unit!

Beautiful well equipped condo and grounds. Perfect relaxing stay. 100% recommend. Location is fantastic. Clean. Great communication with host.

Excellent property, we loved it! This was a beautifully landscaped condo complex right on the ocean, right on Alii, a very nice location. The pool was great, ping pong was fun! The unit was clean, well appointed and had excellent internet and tv service. Parking and access were also great and convenient. We would definitely stay here again. It was a dream trip for us - stayed for a month in height of summer. Grand slam for us 2 old freedivers on Big Island!

All was perfect. All amenities were amazing and the outside area offers pleasent moments in family. Finally the view was especially breathtaking during sunsets.

The place was a perfect location for our getaway. The view was spectacular from the Lanai. We would definitely stay here again! Mahalo Conrad & Sheri

We had a very good time staying there. It’s a peaceful and beautiful location. Mahalo.

We absolutely loved our stay in this condo! It was super comfortable with darling decor and had everything we needed! The view is of the ocean and we could actually see dolphins from the lanai in the morning! The pool and the Jacuzzi were excellent. It was quiet, peaceful and exactly what we needed! The hosts were great. Communication was wonderful and they even left us a couple of beverages in the fridge! Highly recommend!

First time trip to Hawaii and we were very pleased with our booking. Easy parking, kitchen fully stocked, relaxing lanai with a gorgeous view, tons of beach equipment (chairs, cooler, towels, boogie boards,..), walking distances to beaches and shopping/dining places. Fans worked great, kept the place nice and cool!

The view from the lanai is truly gorgeous!! And the lush landscaping made it feel private even though it's surrounded by other condos. The pool, hot tub, and ping pong table down by the water were great. Our host was friendly and quick to respond to all our questions. Convenient location. We will gladly stay here again if/when we come back to the Big Island!

This place is fantastic. A beautiful, spacious condo with a lanai that gazes directly on the ocean. We watched the sunset from the condo, and then walked down to the water's edge for the last glimpses.the condo itself has a full kitchen, bathroom, and a huge bed in the main bedroom. It's a wonderful spot that feels secluded, but it a short drive from anywhere in Konawould stay again

The atmosphere and the view from the Lanai are the best. Very happy with the overall value.

This is our favorite complex in Kona due to beautiful ocean views, lovely pool and meticulous care of the gorgeous landscaping. We also appreciate the low tolerance for noise making it so quiet and relaxing. First time at Jeannette and Micheals unit and we liked it so much we rebooked for next year! Amazing view and property exactly as described. Bedroom is on the parking lot side but we never bothered before noice and the AC was appreciated. Highly recommend.

We are frequent visitors to Kona and have stayed at many of the properties along Ali'i Dr. Kona Macai is one of our favorites due to the vicinity to town and the well maintained grounds. We really liked this unit in paritcular because of how well the kitchen was stacked and the items for the beach. Many STRs have kitchen but have little beyond salt and pepper and it's hard to actually cook a meal. This unit had spices, condiments and everything needed for meal prep. In addition to the kitchen they had beach chais, umbrellas, cooler and it appeared even a SUP. Everything regarding check in and check out was easy.

Enjoyed the central location; Lush gardens; Fitness rooms. Property has well appointed kitchen. We saw whales from the lanai. The sunsets were also spectacular.

This is the second time my husband and I have stayed at Kona Makai; we absolutely love its location and the annual community it hosts. I lived on big island for a long time and it’s a perfect location to walk Alii, get to both Kona town and out of town. This unit, in particular, had an amazing view straight out to the ocean. Was stocked so so well too!!!! Everything was easy, comfortable, homey, and beautiful.

Everything about this stay was smooth sailing. Easy to check in. Loved the lanai and the view, watching the birds and the ocean. Its a very quiet condo complex and the neighbors are friendly - lots gather during sunset down by the water. The bed was supremely comfortable and we slept very well. Great location to explore from! Would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Nice and chilled place to relax...the view from the balcony was lovely.

Everything about this place was lovely! Great location right on the water and a very nice view.The only part that was missing was check in instructions with a code to get into the parking lot and instructions on where to park. The gate is normally open but at night it locks, if we hadn't followed a car in we would have been stuck outside. Everything else was very easy and smooth!

Just lovely. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

We spent most of our time outdoors as this is Hawaii and there is much to do. We are very active so even though the resort is 3Km from downtown it is a very easy walk for us. The place is very clean and Jeanette and Michael are available immediately if you have any questions. The spectacular view from the lanais is nice to enjoy over breakfast or for a glass of wine at sunset. It is beautiful!

The place is lovely and perfect for a couple. The owners were very helpful during the whole process.

Enjoyed the stay! Host was great and clear with instructions. Place was in a perfect location with all the popular beaches and snorkeling areas nearby. Recommend for snorkelers and beach goers.

Had a great time! Condo has a great view of the lawn with pool and ocean beyond. Location is awesome with town just 5 min drive away. Couldn’t have asked for more for what we paid. No frills, but we didn’t spend much time in the condo anyways.

It was a wonderful stay at the Kona Makai. The place is as described with the wonderful ocean view. My only comment was that it was hard to open the door with the keys and Vrbo didn’t give me a gate code on the arrival instructions. I found that out on the property rules and guidelines once inside the property.

We had a wonderful time in Kona. The condo was a good size for the 2 of us. The bedroom and the living room each have an ac unit which is nice. The view from the living room and back lanai is nice of the gardens and the ocean. Owners were very responsive to any questions we had. We would stay here again.

My wife and I stayed here September 2024 for 4 nights. The property was as advertised and was an incredible location. About a mile walk to shops and restaurants - which was the perfect distance to be close to things, but not be right in the mix. We made the walk multiple times a day. The host was incredibly responsive and always helpful. Not to mention, the view from the lenai was amazing. We would happily stay here again!

The apartment was perfect for our stay in Kona. We loved the location close to shops and restaurants. The view from the balcony was amazing and perfect for watching sunset. It had everything we needed! Communication with the host was excellent. Highly recommend staying here!!

The property was perfect for us as we were looking for a place that made it easy for us to travel the west coast of the Big Island. The condo is not far from the downtown Kona area, parking was a breeze, and the condo was stocked with everything we could ever need. An extra bonus was being able to hop in the hot tub after hiking and snorkeling at the Captain Cook monument. We highly recommend this condo for the home base and amenities it provides!

Very much enjoyed my stay. Everything was exactly as described. I really liked the ground floor view framed by the beautiful landscaping. So convenient for getting to and from car. Kitchen had everything I needed and more, even a garlic press. Many personal touches and decorations around the home. I've never had keys on a lanyard before, such a good idea - i didnt lose them once. :-) Morning coffee on balcony and sunsets down at water were perfect.

We had a great stay at this property! Jeanette and Michael had great communication throughout the stay. The grounds are very well kept and peaceful, which allowed us to enjoy the stunning views from the lanai every morning and evening. The property is fully stocked with everything you need. We will be coming back and highly recommend it!

The location of this vacation rental was great. The view of the ocean from the lanai was amazing. The place was cozy and comfortable. Had some issues with the kitchen sink. Heard water bubbling and there was an odor that didn’t smell good.. like black olives or something. The bathroom sink drained slowly. We looked for drain clog remover but couldn’t find any. Thank you

We enjoyed the best stay at the condo! It had everything we needed, was so clean, well taken care of, decorated adorable too, and the best were the fantastic views from the lanai! We enjoyed so many sunrises and beautiful sunsets. We think its the very best condo in the complex and we are so happy we stayed there! Michhael and Jeanette were great and answered all our questions with Aloha. We would stay here again! Mahalo !

Very quiet, clean and secure. The pool and bbq areas are very well maintained. The condo unit is well equipped with unique decor. The free bus to the downtown area for dining was a great bonus.

We found this condo to be a very enjoyable place to stay. The location was very convenient for seeing the sights around the Kona area. The best feature is the view down the grassy garden area to the ocean. The grounds are nicely landscaped and the complex is very quiet and well maintained. The kitchen is well stocked and equipped with everything you will need. We liked that the unit was on the main level for easy access to and from the parking lot. The host Jeanette was very responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Would definitely recommend this place and would stay here again.

Well maintained property, good location, would stay again.