Property Description
Please note, effective Jan 1st. 2026, Hawaii`s Transient Accommodations Tax will increase from 10.25% to 11% for all stays with an arrival in 2026 forward. We may need to collect the tax difference to secure and finalize your booking. We will contact you to confirm the adjusted amount.
Enjoy the perfect balance of privacy and convenience at this cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo, just a short walk from Kahalu’u Beach Park, one of Kona’s most popular snorkeling spots! With a full kitchen, private lanai, and all the comforts of home, this peaceful retreat is ideal for families, couples, or small groups seeking an authentic Hawaiian getaway.
Inside, you’ll find a bright and comfortable living space with a 43” smart TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a queen-size sleeper sofa for extra guests. The primary bedroom features a roomy king bed, flat-screen TV, and window A/C unit, while the guest bedroom includes a queen bed and its own A/C.
Whip up your favorite island meals in the fully equipped kitchen—complete with oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and even a washer/dryer for your convenience.
Step out onto your private lanai to enjoy lush tropical views with your morning coffee or unwind in the evening with a cool drink and the sound of the island breeze.
Guests of the Makolea Condominium Complex have access to the on-site pool and hot tub, plus a dedicated parking space for your stay.
Centrally located between Kahalu’u Beach, Keauhou Shopping Center, and downtown Kona, you’ll be just minutes from snorkeling, dining, shopping, and adventure.
Please note: Makolea Condominiums is a quiet residential community. We kindly ask guests to respect our neighbors and keep noise to a minimum.
Come stay where comfort meets island charm, your peaceful Kona escape awaits!
We provide complimentary starter essentials including paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, and trash bags. We also have air mattress, pack and play, and high chair available for rent.
Receive peace-of-mind knowing that if something does go wrong, one of our friendly and professional staff members is only a phone call away. With a warm “Aloha”, we at First Island Realty look forward to welcoming you to your new home-away-from-home.
For same-day bookings, please contact us directly to check availability.
Hawaii GE/TA-167-721-6256-01
STVR-19-377866
Registration Number:
TA-167-721-6256-01, 3780140880004, GE-167-721-6256-01
User Reviews
Kevin A.
Apr 11, 2025
We had a great experience. The Condo is old, and furniture and furnishings are dated, but it does the job, and the customer service from the property manager is the main reason I give a high review. Prolly an 8/10. When we arrived, it needed sheets and blankets for the sofa pull out bed and we messaged the property manager, and the next day there was a brand new set for us to use. They also have just about everything you need for the beach, so the only thing we bought at Costco was an umbrella. They had a cooler, beach chairs, and pool noodles to use. We also used the washer and dryer and there were products to use there, too. The beach across the street is not great for playing in the sand, but for snorkeling. Hapuna, Mauna Kea are much better, about 50 minutes up north.
Karla R.
Feb 19, 2025
Clean, neat, nice, and perfect for our needs.
Terry M.
Nov 12, 2024
We enjoyed our stay. We were there for a celebration of life. The hot tub and pool were welcome diversions. I have to say that the 2 rugs lining the hallway are a trip hazard. The ends are curled up and all of us tripped more than once. I see no reason for them. There also are too many plugs hanging from power strips. If you are asking people to wash towels then you should provide laundry soap, although for the price of the cleaning fee, you shouldn’t have to wash towels. Sorry but too many emails! I’m sure many people do not check their emails all day long and to ask for a viewing of the condo while people are staying there is just wrong. If the condo is for sale you should state that on line in your advertising
Tricia L.
Oct 09, 2024
Small but good location and value.
Dennis & Michelle C.
Oct 02, 2024
Great location, super quiet (except for the rooster at 5am) just uphill from a great snorkeling beach. We saw 4 turtles the first morning we snorkeled there.
Unit has ceiling fans and ac on the two bedroom windows. It was stuffy when we arrived but it cooked off quickly. We reheated leftovers in the air fry/toaster oven, oil, vinegar and few spices for cooking. If you don't feel like going to crowded Kona to eat there's a nice shopping center and restrants just up the hill. Would stay again.
Gretchen P.
Jul 05, 2024
Tidy little unit, well supplied with what you need to enjoy the Big Island.
Laura & Linus S.
May 08, 2024
Older VRBO, could use some new furniture and rugs. Barstool material was totally worn off and torn. Couch was saggy and dirty. The outdoor chaise lounge was all torn up. The living room rug and bathroom rugs were dirty. Kitchen was small and had bugs. There was a bit of a mildew odor also. No AC in second bath so it can be warm in the afternoons. Location was good. Overall it was fine if you don't mind dated furniture and a few bugs. Had good supply of beach equipment.
denise q.
Apr 29, 2024
This guy s our second stay in the condo. We like it because we can walk to Kahuluu snorkel park
Very spacious nice the bedrooms are on opposite sides of the condo with 2 bathrooms. Hot tub is nice not too hot and pool is a nice warm temperature
Jonathan B.
Apr 17, 2024
This is a great unit right near the beach in a small condo building that is quiet at night. There is a pool and hot tub. The kitchen is quite small but well stocked to cook (something lacking in so many VRBO units). I especially appreciated that there was some "tupperware" to store leftovers--a very rare item in most VRBOs. As well, they had a cooler for the beach, beach towels, and masks/fins/snorkels which is so much easier than bringing them or renting them. In addition, management was very kind to allow us to check out late because we had an evening departure. All questions were answered by text very quickly, but we didn't have many questions because there's a great "everything you need to know" binder in the unit. I have zero complaints, it was an excellent unit to stay for a week.
Matt G.
Feb 25, 2024
condo was small but clean and functional. All we needed!
Angie J.
Feb 02, 2024
This property served our purposes. Centrally located. Close to lots of places to eat. Beach across the street was nice. The only complaint was, wish we had more towels. Maybe some beach towels would have been nice to.
Jan 01, 2024
The location of this property is wonderful Kahalu’u. Beach is great for snorkeling and seeing turtles. There are lifeguards on duty too. Wonderful to have an assigned parking spot at the condo. We had everything we needed and shopping and restaurants close by.
Kim S.
Oct 02, 2023
The location was great, having all the beach activity equipment, coolers, and chairs made our days at the beach easy and relaxing.
Walking across the street to snorkel each morning was fantastic.
We definitely used the ceiling fans and the AC the bedrooms it cooled down fairly quickly we
when we came back each night.
Kitchen is tiny- 1 person at a time only but functional.
We were disappointed that the BBQ had not been replaced and that there was nothing in the kitchen beyond salt and pepper.
Everything else was well stocked and made for a great vacation.
Thank you
Kim S.
Oct 02, 2023
The location was great, having all the beach activity equipment, coolers, and chairs made our days at the beach easy and relaxing.
Walking across the street to snorkel each morning was fantastic.
We definitely used the ceiling fans and the AC the bedrooms it cooled down fairly quickly we
when we came back each night.
Kitchen is tiny- 1 person at a time only but functional.
We were disappointed that the BBQ had not been replaced and that there was nothing in the kitchen beyond salt and pepper.
Everything else was well stocked and made for a great vacation.
Thank you
Tammy Z.
Jul 08, 2023
The place felt like home. It was very clean. Full amenities were supplied. Overall good experience.
