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Kona Alii 512: Tropical Oceanview Condo w/ Shared Pool in Downtown Kona

Chic decor and tropical vibes in a living space that opens to ocean breezes on the lanai.

Open concept-floorplan for easy flow and shared moments.

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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61070 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Sea view

Explore the area

Kailua Kona, HI

Kailua-Kona Wharf
‪12 min walk‬
Kailua Pier
‪14 min walk‬
Kamakahonu Beach
‪14 min walk‬
Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Primary Bedroom (Upstairs)

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom (Downstairs)

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

2nd Primary Ensuite (Upstairs)

Guest Bathroom 2

Primary Ensuite (Downstairs)

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Kona Alii 512: Tropical Oceanview Condo w/ Shared Pool in Downtown Kona

Kona Alii 512 invites you to experience the best of Kailua-Kona from a top-floor perch with sweeping Pacific vistas. This two-bedroom, three-bath penthouse condo pairs airy interiors with the rare luxury of brand-new air conditioning throughout. Situated directly on vibrant Alii Drive, you’re steps from the waterfront, historic landmarks, and the island’s best dining.

What You’ll Love About Kona Alii 512
* Brand-new A/C throughout — a sought-after comfort in Kona’s sunny climate
* Panoramic ocean views from your private lanai with seating for morning coffee or sunset toasts
* Soaring ceilings, tropical décor, and open-concept living spaces flooded with natural light
* Fully equipped kitchen with granite counters, hardwood cabinetry, and modern appliances
* Three full baths for space and privacy, ideal for families and couples traveling together
* Ocean-view pool, BBQ grills, and prime location steps from shops, beaches, and cultural sites

Living & Dining
A wall of glass invites ocean breezes into the vaulted Great Room, where chic tropical furnishings set a relaxed tone. The open-concept layout flows to the dining table for six, and into a kitchen stocked with everything from a coffee grinder to a rice cooker.

Chef-Ready Kitchen
Prepare meals with ease thanks to granite countertops, quality appliances, and warm wooden cabinetry. The kitchen’s bar seating keeps conversation flowing from prep to plate.

Outdoor Living
Your lanai becomes a daily retreat — the perfect perch to watch the colors of sunset paint Kailua Bay. From here, you might spot dolphins offshore or wintertime humpback whales.

Sleeping Quarters
* Primary Suite (Downstairs) – King bed, ceiling fan, ensuite bath with walk-in shower & granite vanity
* Second Primary Suite (Upstairs Loft) – King bed, ceiling fan, ensuite bath with walk-in shower & glass enclosure
* Living Room – Queen sleeper sofa, TV, lanai access, steps from third full bath

Extras
High-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, in-unit washer/dryer, assigned parking, keyed elevator lobby, on-site resident manager.

Resort / Community Highlights
* Ocean-view swimming pool
* Sun loungers & BBQ area with double gas grills
* Tennis & basketball courts
* Steps to Honl’s Beach, Kailua Pier, and Alii Drive shopping

Nearby
* Walk – Hulihee Palace, Mokuaikaua Church, farmers markets, cafés, oceanfront restaurants
* Short Drive – Kona Country Club, snorkeling at Kahalu’u Beach Park, manta ray night dives

Good to know
* Tax ID(s): TA-017-509-0176-01
* STVR-19-367877
* TMK: 750080010048

Reserve your stay now and enjoy sweeping views, ocean breezes, and walkable access to the very best of Kailua-Kona — with the rare perk of full A/C comfort.

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Pool
Kitchen
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 750080010048, GE-017-509-0176-01, TA-017-509-0176-01

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located by the sea, this condo is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Hulihee Palace and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center. Mauka Meadows Coffee Farm and UCC Hawaii Kona Coffee Estate are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

Kailua-Kona Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Kona Brewing Company - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Kailua Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Kamakahonu Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Magic Sands Beach - 8 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar - ‬10 min walk
‪Don's Mai Tai Bar - ‬10 min walk
‪Kai Eats + Drinks - ‬5 min walk
‪Huggo's On The Rocks - ‬7 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kona Alii 512: Tropical Oceanview Condo w/ Shared Pool in Downtown Kona pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kona Alii 512: Tropical Oceanview Condo w/ Shared Pool in Downtown Kona?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kona Alii 512: Tropical Oceanview Condo w/ Shared Pool in Downtown Kona?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kona Alii 512: Tropical Oceanview Condo w/ Shared Pool in Downtown Kona located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Michael The Archangel Church and Kailua Pier. Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village are also within 10 minutes.

9.2

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Eddie L.

19 Jul, 2025

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

We had a wonderful vacation in Hawaii and the condo was perfect! The location is ideal! Just a 5 minute walk to farmer’s market, restaurants, shopping, beaches and more. Communication was clear with regular updates leading up to and throughout the stay! Kitchen was well equipped and bbq area was great! Very clean! Kids loved the loft! We hope to be back soon!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORETTA M.

6 Mar, 2024

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

Wonderful location

Beautiful views from the lani

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Hand M.

2 Mar, 2025

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

Great location

Location in downtown Kona is a choice! Great restaurants and farmers market steps awayWell stocked kitchenware, towels, beach chairs though I think that equipment variesDated but in good repair (sliding doors are sticky but ALL beachfront properties only have smooth doors for the first 6 hours they are installedThe choice location is also its downfall— it’s not quiet, so if you aren’t into hearing town noises, trucks, kids playing soccer next door, it might not be ideal.Didn’t bother me one bit, we had a fabulous time.No a/c but fans work well and nice breeze on lanai (I never use a/c anyway but thought it might be useful info)Communication with managers was smoothEverything went smoothly

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terren H.

13 Nov, 2023

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

Great spot in the heart of the South Kona

An absolute gem that is near everything and has incredible views for sunset.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kelli A.

11 Jul, 2024

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

Great Location in Kona

The Kona Ali’i condo is perfectly located with sunset views and Hawaiian plumeria and BBQ aromas! We were able to walk to dinner each evening and parking was included in our stay! The building is aging a bit and the unit doesn’t have AC, so be aware if you’re traveling in the hotter months, but the location and responsiveness of the management makes up for those tiny concerns. We would certainly stay at this location again!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin E.

5 Jun, 2022

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

Kona Ali’i

Location is fantastic- right in middle of Kailua Kona. Lots to do with shops and restaurants nearby.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane K.

27 Mar, 2024

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

Perfect spot!

Perfectly centralized spot for the island. We could walk to restaurants and shops with ease. Check in and out was a piece of cake. The place was nice and clean and even had some beach stuff we could use. Overall great experience.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan F., St. Albert Alberta, Canada

25 Jan, 2023

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

Great stay

This property was everything that it posted. Great central location for food, views and nightlife. Rooms were very nice and building was very clean. A bit noisy at night if you have little ones due to the restaurants with music nearby but overall was a great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

7 Jun, 2023

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

Great Condo

Great location, easy parking. Clean and comfortable. Unique condo with a loft, appears to be one of a kind in Kona!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cole G.

3 Jun, 2022

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

Best Kona Condo

Ocean views to your left mountain views to your right. Hard to beat.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

13 Dec, 2021

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

Great place to stay

If you like being in walking distance of restaurants, bars and shops, this is the place for you. We loved the convenience of not having to drive everywhere. The condo has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Even a view of the ocean.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenice B.

21 May, 2023

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

Kona Alii 512

Nice condo and we enjoyed the location as it was central to many of the restaurants and we walked to dinner every night. The shopping was convenient as well.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Stuart F.

12 May, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location but a dated property

Whilst the property was functional the furniture and general look was very dated. The mezzanine bedroom was good but no curtains of any note so prepare to not sleep well. The showers were fine but not f you’re 6ft then aren’t high enough on the wall. The pool was good and overall we had a great time on the island

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda L P.

6 Sept, 2022

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

Queen Lil Racing

Perfect location for heading down to race site. Didn’t need a rental as there are so many food and shopping options near the condo. Fit 6 women comfortably. Great experience.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

E Joy M.

2 Apr, 2023

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

Kona comfort

We were very pleased with the condo. Great location - close to water, restaurants and shops. It was well outfitted with supplies - dishes, linens - even beach toys. The only slight negative was the the washer didn't not work well and the dryer left the contents damp. We were told these are being replaced. Management was responsive to inquiries and very helpful. Would highly recommend this VRBO.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Christine L.

6 Jul, 2023

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

Ocean Front Property

Great location within walking distance to lots of restaurants and shops. There is one designated covered parking spot next to the building. There is no A/C, but several fans available. The washer and dryer are very small, but worked well. The property management company is not available by phone or text outside of business hours.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Natalie P.

27 Jan, 2022

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

Nice property, great location.

Nice place, great location, excellent views, clean. Supplies provided very limited. Could use a new coffee maker, dirty and corroded. Hair dryer provided could also use an upgrade. Washer and dryer provide however washer leaked and even after emptying water and cleaned lint trap, dryer still took hours to dry a small load of towels. 1 bathroom no door and 2 have glass see through door, be sure all guests are close friends or family. Overall, would stay again for sure!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Jason A.

23 Jul, 2023

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

Upstairs shower didn't work

It was perfectly fine, except the upstairs shower has some issue where the hot water is just a trickle, so it is unusable. Luckily, the second bathroom downstairs has a shower, but it is not as convenient.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie W.

26 Apr, 2022

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

Lovely Location!

We had a wonderful stay here, the location is great for downtown access and the property is kept very clean. I would recommend using the standing fans in the loft area as it can get quite warm, but the main floor master suite has a good breeze way through it so it’s comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped, we even had a blender so I could make my infant son his own purées! We were also able to arrange with a company to drop off and pick up baby equipment, just use the one recommended by elite properties, it was very easy. The balcony offered beautiful views, perfect for coffee in the mornings and a glass of wine in the evenings. The railings in the loft are spaced wide apart, so for those with mobile young children just be aware if they are in the loft. Otherwise we would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Damithri J.

18 Aug, 2022

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

Great location

This was a great location—plenty of restaurants and stores. Farmer's market was right down the street. Great view of the ocean and the mountains. There was a really good saltwater pool that we swam in every day. The maintenance guy kept a good eye on the property which made us feel safer because there are some homeless people in this area. There was snorkel equipment and boogie boards in the room which was a good treat. The only negative is that some of the electrical appliances such as the fans didn't work and also there was a leak in the shower door which got water all over the floor. Also, it should be noted that most condos in Hawaii do not have A/C and this condo is no exception. It's not a huge deal because the weather is always nice and the rooms are designed to maximize airflow. All in all, I would stay here again

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Helbert G.

17 Jan, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location

If you are looking for staying near the beach, with great restaurants and shops, this is the place. However, the property is outdated. It has three tv's but only the one on the living room works. So, what's the point of having the rest. If you don't mind then this is the place but when your are traveling with children is a must. The pool is nice and it is a quiet condo community which is great. The kitchen is well equipped with cups, forks, pans, etc. But due to covid, we used disposables. You will also find beach umbrellas, pool noodles, cooler, snorkel gear, etc. That we didn't use it but it was nice to see that they provide them. One last comment, the bathrooms could be a little cleaner.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Kim L.

11 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location

We've stayed at the Kona Ali'i a few times now. This was our first stay in #512. I had looked at booking it before and it wasn't available...I was excited that it was this time. They had it prepared for the beach (it's so close) - with an umbrella and a couple chairs we could haul to the beach along with a small cooler on wheels and some boogie boards that the kids loved. But, we were disappointed in a few things that aren't in the star rating list. The first is that we were booking this particular condo because of the loft and the ability to comfortably accommodate our family of 4 adults and 2 littles. We were shocked to see that the rail for the loft is extremely unsafe for little kids and it isn't noted in the listing. The rail's ballusters are about 7-8 inches apart - more than enough for a little child to fall through. It had us on high alert the entire time. We actually moved as many pieces of furniture in front of the rail to keep the kids distant from it (if they went upstairs without us knowing). The property is listed as sleeps 6. The kitchen has plenty of plates and bowls, utensils, etc and there were a plethora of wine and bar glasses - but only 3 (very odd) coffee cups and only 4 plastic regular drinking glasses...AND...only 4 chairs for the table - we adapted by pulling the loveseat up to the table for two more seats. The last thing is that they need to upgrade the fans that are available in the condo. There is a great cross-breeze, but on a really hot day - having small fans for the bedrooms would be nice. There was a small OLD fan in the master bedroom that intermittently worked. Upstairs had a couple fans that were much better but as you know heat rises and they absolutely needed those fans up there. Overall, it's an affordable rental in a great central location. Outside of the dangerous loft railing, the condo just needs a few things done to make it a great rental. Get a new table with adequate seating for 6, buy some glasses and coffee cups, and put a curtain across the master bathroom toilet closet.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Maria C.

30 Apr, 2021

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, needs updating!

First off the location is fantastic! Close to everything in Kona on Ali’i Dr. walk out your door and you’re on the heart of Kona. The place is huge so that’s a bonus when traveling with kids, you can easily distance yourself from them when needed. Now the condo has some major flaws and in serious need of updates from top to bottom. Most importantly it needs new locks, the locks on the door are so rusted out my husband was usually the only one who could open the door; I fumbled with the lock for over 2 min to get it to open. Most everything in the condo is from the 80s-90s, including all kitchen appliances, knifes, pealing enamel in pots and pans, ( if you use a hair dryer, bring your own), pillows are horrible flat old and stained ( come on pillows are maybe $20 for 2 at Costco) the only upgrade in the unit is the tile and counter tops, but all set on original cabinets. Now for cleanliness: On the surface the unit appears clean, but it’s more like tidy but definitely not clean: all the wicker furniture is so old and has never been cleaned, you can see the dirt trapped inside the weaving, all the kitchen drawers and cabinets need a good cleaning, the vent above the stove is so full of grease it’s actually a fire hazard. The downstairs bedroom dresser smells from the built up moisture you cannot actually use it or your clothes will stink. There are maybe 10 hangers in the whole unit, so bring your own if you would like to not live out of your suitcase. I wanted to love it, but it was just ok, we didn’t spend too much time in our condo, but if you’re planning on cooking and overall spending time in the unit you may want to find something more updated. The washing machine doesn’t clean very well either so if everything in the unit is washed there.... If you have small children beware, the upstairs loft balusters are very wide and will easily fit a small or even bigger child, our 12 year old could squeeze through if he tried. We really enjoyed the perfect view of the ocean right from the lanai and the late morning sun and sunset all from one large beautiful lanai. Also know that the property it self is very strict with Covid rules for all public areas like the pool and bbq, we never once saw anyone swim in the pool, but we did, no one said anything for us staying over the 1 hr limit and not utilizing the pool for “exercise only” as the rules state. My son forgot to pull up his mask walking through the property and was scolded by one resident.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shey p.

26 May, 2025

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

Awesome Place!

A beautiful place. Perfect walking distance to restaurants, stores and bars. Clean, has everything you need. I would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ASH S.

30 Jan, 2025

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

Heart of Kailua

Great location, and great home base for families! It was so nice having 3 full baths!! Even got to catch some great sunsets from the lanai!

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Primary Bedroom (Upstairs)

Living Room

Primary Bedroom (Downstairs)

3 bathrooms

2nd Primary Ensuite (Upstairs)

Guest Bathroom 2

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About the area

Kailua-Kona

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Getting around

Restaurants

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Wonderful

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8.0/10

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10/10 Excellent

Eddie L.

Eddie L.

10/10 Excellent

LORETTA M.

Wonderful location

LORETTA M.

8/10 Good

Hand M.

Great location

Hand M.

10/10 Excellent

Terren H.

Great spot in the heart of the South Kona

Terren H.

8/10 Good

Kelli A.

Great Location in Kona

Kelli A.

10/10 Excellent

Martin E.

Kona Ali’i

Martin E.

10/10 Excellent

Shane K.

Perfect spot!

Shane K.

10/10 Excellent

Brendan F., St. Albert Alberta, Canada

Great stay