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Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a lounge chair, and a blue umbrella.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with the ocean.
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A coastal property with a swimming pool, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a lounge chair, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 6 guests, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers ocean views and provides access to scuba diving, surfing, and snorkeling. Enjoy the patio for outdoor relaxation while being near golf facilities. Nearby attractions include Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Magic Sands Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Kailua Kona, HI
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kahalu'u Beach Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive

Located right on the water, Makana Kai, gift of the sea, has been family-owned for more than 40 years and retains the feeling of visiting a beloved and well-furnished home. The house has been renovated with a new kitchen, appliances, beds, fans, furnishings, and a rebuilt Ipe lanai. The beauty of this house is its spectacular location at the edge where the pacific ocean meets the Kona coast. Guests love the views from the deck: sunrises, ocean tides, dolphin spinning, whales in winter, golden sunsets, the moon over the water and stargazing at night.

The house has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and is best suited for two couples or a family with 2-3 children. The primary bedroom has a king sized bed. The guest bedroom has a Japanese-style shoji screen doors that sections off the room to provide privacy of a separate sleeping area in the room. The sleeping arrangement would be one queen bed and one double bed. You have the option to open up into one larger room or close to two smaller sleeping spaces. The The house stays cool through the open louvered windows and daily ocean breeze. Some amenities in addition to a full kitchen include a barbecue and washing machine/dryer. There is beach gear for your use: cooler, boogie boards, beach chairs, mats and umbrella.

A short walk north from the house is Magic Sands - a white sand beach - and Mile 4 Marker Cove. Less than a mile south is Kahalu’u known for its calm waters, snorkelling inside the breakwater and surfing/stand-up-paddle-boarding at the point. The nearby Keauhou Shopping Centre has a market, bakery and coffee shop, restaurants, a book shop, shops and a cinema and also hosts a Farmer's Market on Saturdays.

In the town of Kailua (4 miles north) are restaurants, shops, and historic sites including the Hulihe’e Palace of Queen Kapiolani and Kamakahonu Bay, a home for King Kamehameha in his later years.

Most activities along the Kona Coast are within a few miles of the house: swimming, snorkelling, golf, hiking, biking, deep sea fishing and diving and exploring the art galleries of Holualoa. You can also enjoy drives around the island to the beaches and hotels of the
northern Kohala coast, see the spectacular Waipi’o Valley, explore beautiful waterfalls and rainforests, visit the old Hawaii of Hilo and journey to the Volcano National Park to see the active volcano Kilauea.

Whether you seek adventure sports or quiet time to relax and renew or something in between, holidaying at Makana Kai will be a blessing to you and your family.
We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
~The Smiths

STVR#19-364693
TAT#038-146-2528-01R
***All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change.***

**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management**

Please note this home does not have Air Conditioning.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TA-038-146-2528-01, GE-038-146-2528-01
Property # 2574724vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Kahaluu-Keauhou, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Regal Keauhou are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Holua Racquet and Paddle, or consider a night out at Don's Mai Tai Bar. Scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Magic Sands Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kailua-Kona Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kailua Pier - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Golf Course - 37 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L & L Hawaiian BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪White Nene Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Da Poke Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clover And Mug - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Green Flash Coffee - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive located?

Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Magic Sands Beach and Kailua-Kona Beaches. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Keauhou Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed in this house before, it’s really nice value and it’s right on the water. He can’t go wrong and I will certainly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2026
Thanks so much!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home has a great ocean view. Love hearing the waves crashing at night. The deck view is amazing. The only down fall is that their is a very busy street right in front of the house. But other than that is was very pleasant place.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun 2026
Thanks so much!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older home but very comfortable! Nothing beats the sound of the waves from the deck or as you drft off to sleep!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Thank you so much!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All went well, the top rack in the dishwasher is broken but it still works. Beautiful setting, loved the master bedroom and deck!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Thank you for the overall great review!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Most Relaxing and Enjoyable Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the greatest time in this oceanfront house. It was a great location. Very comfortable house that had all the amenities we needed for our stay. So great to just sit on the deck, listening and watching the ocean. And falling asleep to the sound of the waves. Great house and not far from restaurants and shops.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We appreciate you staying with us! We hope to welcome you back again, soon! Mahalo, Knutson & Associates
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were warmly welcomed in the beautiful house, it had all the comfort and exceptionally amazing back porch, overlooking the ocean, where we spent a lot of time. Great place to relax, nap, read and soak up peaceful ocean energy. When we had questions, there was immediate support, and we had everything in the kitchen anyone could ever need! Sometimes the nearby road was quite noisy, but focusing on the ocean sounds made it all ok. We are so happy we chose this place, we enjoyed it alot, and we're likely to return!
Evening atmosphere
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you for the overall great review!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a great location!

We loved it!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We loved this property! The location is ideal and the view is outstanding . It is clean and comfortable. We would stay here again if returning to Kona for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning.It really is on the ocean and it takes a couple of days to adjust to the sound of the surf but it really changes how you see the world.....loved it.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Thanks so much!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this home was amazing. We loved listening to the waves, and watching the dolphins, snorkelers, and outrigger canoes come by each day. The house was well supplied for cooking, and we enjoyed preparing some meals at the house. We were there Thanksgiving week, and the traffic on Ali'i drive was pretty heavy. It was a bit hard to sleep in the rooms that were roadside due to traffic noise, and the louvered windows let sounds in even when closed. The host was very responsive and supplied a noise cancelling machine, which did help.Overall we had a lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best family vacation spot!

My family and I stayed here for three nights and had the very best time! We absolutely loved the back deck with stunning views. The house was well stocked with beach supplies and other household amenities/condiments/cooking supplies. We would 1000% stay here again! Thanks so much for hosting us on the big island!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2023
Thank you for the incredible review!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

Great property right on the ocean. Perfect for a holiday with my family of 5. Great communication with the property manager. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2022
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are so glad to know that you folks enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Location and Beautiful Vacation Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved this place!!!Everything you could possibly want.We will stay here again the next time we visit the Big Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2022
Aloha Leanne. We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share with us experience at Makana Kai Hale. On behalf of our entire team, thank you for allowing us to serve you. Have a wonderful day and we hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life on the water

Beautiful five day stay at Makana Kai Hale. Simple, uncluttered home perched above the water and waves with all the basics (and a bit more) needed for a very comfortable stay. Great deck! Great sunsets!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Aloha Georgia, thank you so much for your positive feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed Makana Kai Hale. We find it to be a favorite among many of our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

About as perfect as you can find!

This beach home is paradise. We had plenty of room for our family with the three bedrooms. The deck and the view is what makes this perfect. Watching whales and dolphins while having breakfast or lunch or supper or just hanging out!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely loved this vacation rental. The way it is set up worked perfectly for our family of 4. Each kid got their own bedroom and mom & dad got the room by the water. It was the perfect spot for our 8 day stay. I was worried that there was no a/c, but the weather was perfect and we got breezes coming off the ocean the whole time, I never felt overheated while staying here. We stayed right after the big Kona Low storm and still had showers almost daily. The ocean was a little rough out front, but we did get one day where we were able to go out and snorkel, there were so many fish! I would stay here again without hesitation. The management company was useful when we had issues and it was actually very nice to meet them at the beginning of the trip to discover all the treasures of the home. They even sent me a text, reminding me to put out the trash, which when you are on vacation, you tend to forget what day it is, so very helpful. I did not find them invasive at all, just helpful when you needed them to be. Overall great stay and I can't wait to go back!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you for the incredible review!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The perfect vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house and location are wonderful! This is one of the most quaint peaceful wonderful places in Kona, wish I could live on the lanai!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for the 5 star review! So glad to hear you had a wonderful time and we hope to see you again soon, Mahalo!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach house by the sea

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great beach house right on the water. Wave noise to lull you to sleep at night
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2022
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are so glad to know that you folks enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

February in Kona

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Met expectations. Views were amazing. On the beach as advertised. Nothing better than sleeping to the waves.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2024
Aloha Christina, we appreciate you taking the time to write such a nice review, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again soon! Mahalo, Knutson Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Best Ocean Front Location In Established House On The Shore

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed watching the water activity from the deck that is perched on sturdy concrete posts that offer a view right from over the rocks the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2022
Aloha Jeff, you don’t know how much your fantastic feedback means to us here at Knutson & Associates. Have a wonderful day and we hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ali’s Drive Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great place for our Kona vacation. The deck is large and comfortable and is right on the ocean with spectacular sunsets. Expect some street noise from Ali’i, but most of it is muted by the surf.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront paradise!

Our group of 6, 4 adults and 2 kids spent a week at this wonderful property. The owners have recently renovated and the house is immaculate! They have all of the necessary amenities you will need when staying at their house, including extra towels and beach towels, bathroom toiletries, a nice bbq and a well stocked, very nice kitchen. The main highlight of this house for us was the amazing view!! We enjoyed many mornings and afternoons out on the back deck overlooking the water and the beautiful sunsets. Would love to stay at this house again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What an amazing property!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved this house, the location, the intimate setting on the water and the Old School Hawaii charm it exudes. It was the perfect house for us to relax on the open-air deck watching the massive surf come in. Whales were out front on our last day playing and breaching which was a nice ending to our trip. The house, the amenities, the location were ideal, and I would recommend to anyone that wants the true Hawaiian house experience.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We appreciate you staying with us! We hope to welcome you back again, soon! Mahalo, Knutson & Associates
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dream stay on the water

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a wonderful home -our time in Kona for the wedding of our son was enhanced by this stay in Makana Kai Hale. The amenities were abundant and cleanliness immaculate. The setting was enchanting. Gorgeous views of the water were spectacular. Loved it!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Wow! Thank you for such kind words! We are so happy to hear you loved this house. We hope to see you again sometime!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Location, Sunsets & Snorkeling!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pro: Amazing location, sunsets are incredible, best snorkeling ever, main bedroom opens to deck, kitchen sliding windows open to combine space with deck.Con: Road car/traffic noise can be loud but unavoidable and worth the location trade off, a little tricky getting into and out of snorkeling, can get a little warm in house but fans helped tremendously.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Aloha Jonathan, thanks for the review! Glad to hear you enjoyed the location and sunsets! Hope to see you again soon. Mahalo.

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