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Kona Kai B2, walking distance to the starting line of the world famous Ironman Triathlon

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A living room with a grey sofa, wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with curtains.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a white door.
A pathway leading to a building with a covered walkway and lush greenery.
An outdoor patio with a table and two chairs, a woven fence, and a view of palm trees and houses.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a framed map on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Kailua Pier
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Kailua Kona, HI
  • Place, Kona Brewing Company
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kamakahonu Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Kona Kai B2, walking distance to the starting line of the world famous Ironman Triathlon

Located approximately 200 yards from the start and finish of the Ironman World Championship, Kona Kai puts you right into the heart of Kona. Shopping, dining, entertainment, swimming, snorkelling, surfing are all within 1/2 mile of this property. The pool at the complex is nestled in the centre, and offers a quiet peaceful place to swim and hang out.

Kona Kai B2 is a very nicely updated unit on the 2nd floor. Air conditioning and engineered wood flooring help to keep the condo cool and comfortable.

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 snorkelling, so it is best to rent your equipment while you are here.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 740100360010, TA-169-262-9504-01, GE-169-262-9504-01
Property # 2508888vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located by the sea, this condo is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magic Sands Beach and Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Brewing Company - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kailua Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hulihee Palace - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kona Community Aquatic Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Brewing Co. & Brewpub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fish Hopper Kona - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kona Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Umekes Fish Market Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Kona Kai B2, walking distance to the starting line of the world famous Ironman Triathlon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kona Kai B2, walking distance to the starting line of the world famous Ironman Triathlon?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kona Kai B2, walking distance to the starting line of the world famous Ironman Triathlon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kona Kai B2, walking distance to the starting line of the world famous Ironman Triathlon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kona Kai B2, walking distance to the starting line of the world famous Ironman Triathlon located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Kona Brewing Company and Kailua Pier. Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument and KBXtreme are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! On the smaller side but was good for what we were looking for
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location and clean unit
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Christmas in Kona

Was very clean and stocked with everythng we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thank you

We had a very nice stay , everything worked as described!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kona Vacation

Property was very nice. Located within walking distance to beaches and shops. Couch wasn’t the most comfortable, but we weren’t in the condo very much.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we wanted!

This property was perfect for our trip. We wanted a place to make our own breakfasts and lunches, and relax between activities. Nice and inviting. The decor was perfect for that island getaway, and the kids loved the gecko art in their room! We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2022
Aloha Jessica, We are so thrilled that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting your stay in the future. Mahalo, ~Kona Beach Properties
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location/Wonderful Stay

The Kona Kai B2 unit was the perfect place to spend our almost week in Kona!! It is centrally located and made walking to dinner, drinks & all things local so easy!! The property is in excellent condition, the beds are so comfy, A/C was great, and not always needed! It was everything advertised, and in addition, the property management company was responsive and so helpful with anything we had questions on.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Very Nice

The condo was clean and as pictured. The location was wonderful for the Ironman event. I am recommending it to friends when then do the Ironman.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One week

It was nice thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Good

Aloha! I found the Kona Kai Unit B2 to be centrally located to markets, dining and attractions. Local community for the location was noisy especially on weekend nights.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

We did not encounter any issues at all. Everything we need is there. The place is really close to downtown and grocery stores. We prefer walking down to get to Ali’i drive.. safe and quiet place. I like the fact that we don’t need a key but punch a code. Perfect place to stay..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2023
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay Elaine and hope to see you again soon. Mahalo, Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent budget-friendly spot, clean and comfortable

I was looking for a place with a walkable location, functional air conditioning in both bedrooms, comfortable beds and a decent kitchen. This fit the bill perfectly! I remember reading other reviews mentioning that check in was confusing, but it was simple and easy for us. Right next to the grocery store, short walk to the shore (but with a hill to climb on the way back), comfortable beds and bedding, plenty of towels, and easy access to laundry.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Kona Kai

The location was very convenient and overall was a great stay. Only buts were, the shower taking a long time to heat up, so didn’t like wasting that much water and it went cold during my showers too. It also had a could cooking utensils not fully cleaned.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Good

Very quite and relaxing place to stay the only thing was the shower and toilet It would make noise and shower handle needs to be replace had to play to get hot water the twin beds needs better mattress the people who sleep on them said they could feel springs but all in all cute place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thanks for taking the time to write a review Breeann. We will have a look at the bathroom issues that you posted and get them addressed. We have not had any complaints about the twin beds., but will check it out as well. Safe travels. Mahalo, Tracy ~Kona Beach Properties
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Close to downtown

The unit was clean, quiet, cozy for a couple. The location is great, close to grocery stores, the bank and easy to get to walmart. We arrived late and had a hard time finding the unit. Would be helpful for the property managers to create a layout of the buildings and the room unit numbers because they are all mixed up and not in order. Laundry is coin operated.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One week stay in Kona

Close to the pier, shopping, and restaurants. Lots of nice white bath towels in the condo. The AC and fans were nice. We needed some beach towels and a decent size pot to cook in, and we called the property manager and received these items within a few hours. They were very responsive to our requests. The oven had an error code and we were not able to use it. That was fine though, because the microwave and stove top worked. Overall it was a enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2022
Aloha Sheryl, Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Mahalo, ~Kona Beach Properties
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication
The location was the only plus to it. The apartment is old, run down and tired, old AC units, very loud and we couldn’t manage to have a decent night of sleep. You could hear the irrigation system at 4 am, gardener at 6 and so on. On the last day we reported not having hot water, firstly you had to use the sink and shower taps to get it to work but we had to use just cold water because the boiler wasn’t working anymore, they acknowledged it but nothing got done so we couldn’t shower, wash dishes or the baby with hot water. So please do yourselves a favour and don’t book this property, look for something better. I do not recommend, shocking how they get away with charging what they do for properties in that condition.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2026
Aloha, I am so sorry you did not enjoy your stay. Kona Kai is an older building, and on a main road right in town. Travelers like this unit for its convenience to get around town and to the Kona Pier, and it is a cute little unit. The AC window units are only about 3-4 years old. The unit's proximity to the ocean and salt water take its toll. Typically not so pretty in a short time, the window ACs usually function well for a while. I appreciate your comments. We will inspect them to see if there is anything we can do to make them work more efficiently. We can't do anything about the gardener or irrigation. Upon your report of a hot water issue, we immediately contacted the site manager. We manage other units that have quieter locations. Please check with us before booking next time so that we can match you to the best unit for your needs. Mahalo, Tracy
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Rough Check-In Process

The property was ok if a little dated, no real complaints there. Do note there there is no dishwasher in the unit. The check-in was not great. I didn't receive check-in instructions or a door code prior to arrival and ended up sitting outside the unit well past my check-in time while I attempted to contact the host via several phone numbers including a manager that was on vacation and had to call VRBO Customer Service. Not the smooth process I'm used to when using VRBO.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2024
Aloha Kai, I am sorry that you had difficulty getting into the condo that you rented through us. The check-in instructions automatically send as soon as the rental agreement is signed. You viewed the email with the link to the rental agreement, but did not sign it. I will review our documentation to ensure that is clear to future visitors.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Mostly good

The only things wrong with this property was the furniture. The main bedroom bed was beyond worn out, and obviously so. There was a spot where the cushioning was completely shot and covered with some sort of pad, presumably to alleviate the problem (it did not work). My wife moved to sleep in the single bed in the second bedroom. Luckily we only had 3 people in the apartment. The couch in the living room was also remarkably hard and uncomfortable. Location was advertised, close to pier. There was some road noise but not more than expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2023
Aloha Robert, thank you for the feedback. I am so sorry that you were uncomfortable. I was unable to find a specific worn out area on the bed. The extra padding seems to have been put there for extra support. Everyone's back is different. still, I will forward your comments on to the owner for her review. Take care, safe travels and Happy New Year. ~Kona Beach Properties
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mediocre

Decorations were nice, beds were uncomfortable, close to downtown Kona. On the first day we saw notices posted everywhere saying they had sprayed for pests that day. By the end there were some ants in the unit and I saw one cockroach which I killed. The pool was nice. The master bedroom bed was sagging on one side and was pretty much shot. They had towels, dishes etc. which we appreciated. The appliances in general were updated. If you want hot water get up early because by 9 am you're going to be taking a cold shower. The shower head was also kind of funky. All in all the place was suitable for our purposes but not really worth the price.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2021
Aloha Andrew, Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review, even though it was below satisfactory. We always welcome constructive criticism! The twin beds are brand new, but they are quite firm and not to everyone's preference. The master bed is pretty soft. The owner may be considering replacing it in the near future. Regular pest control is a must here. We live on a tropical island in the middle of the ocean. Bugs are just part of every day life. We do what we can to keep them under control, but there is no getting rid of them entirely. This unit has been booked pretty solid over the past 2 months and yours is the first complaint I've received about the hot water being inadequate. I will certainly investigate. Sorry, I didn't notice any issues with the shower head, so not sure what you mean by "funky". Take care and safe travels. ~Kona Beach Properties
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fantastic location and very welcoming community, but the unit itself failed to meet our expectations

I gave a rating of 3 because, while the location was fantastic, the condo itself was poorly equipped. The kitchen was very understocked, utensils were covered in a greasy residue. The plasticware had a strong, unpleasant odor that seeped into the food, making it unusable.Many of the items in the property were either almost broken or simply didn’t work at all (like the hairdryer), and the air conditioning units were in desperate need of a filter change and a deep cleaning.As a two-bedroom condo, we expected enough beach equipment for four people, but there was only enough for two. The chairs we were provided were ancient, bulky, and uncomfortable, pool noodles were disintegrating. The pillows were stained yellow and worn out and the polyester sheets were cheap, hot and uncomfortable;in addition to very sunken mattresses.It’s unfortunate because, with better amenities, our experience could’ve been much better. The unit owner should update the condo’s furnishings to meet rental expectations.On a positive note, the management and grounds team were extremely helpful, friendly, and responsive. We would consider staying here again, but not in this particular unit.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Schöne Unterkunft mit kleineren Einschränkungen

Alles in allem hat uns die Unterkunft sehr gefallen. Etwas nervig war, wie schon in anderen Bewertungen erwähnt, dass das Wasser sehr lange laufen musste, bis es warm wurde. Zudem fanden wir es etwas umständlich, dass der Waschraum abends geschossen wurde, sodass die Wäsche dort dann eingeschlossen war. Das Bett war viel zu weich, wobei das natürlich absolut subjektiv und Geschmackssache ist. Super war, dass es neben Beach-Chairs auch Sandspielzeug für das Kind gab und auch ausreichend Handtücher waren für alle Gäste vorhanden. Die Küche ist tiptop ausgestattet und wir fanden besonders das Kochfeld fpr die Pfannkuchen super :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A week in Hawaii

It was real easy to get to and close to the beach , shopping and everything you could need! The pool was nice! We felt like we were right in the middle of everything and anything ! They had nice new fluffy towels the place was just like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect condo for the Kona experience. Great location. Everything you need to enjoy Hawaii

Great experience. Super easy check in process. Perfect place. Clean. Well appointed. Great location.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2022
Aloha, We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at the Kona Kai B2 while visiting beautiful Hawaii Island and are looking forward to your next visit! Mahalo for choosing Kona Beach Properties for your vacation in paradise!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome property!

This home was super clean, the host was terrific and very easy to get in touch with, and we will definitely look forward to our next visit to this home. Mahalo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2022
Thanks Marcy! We hope you enjoyed the mac nuts! ~ Kona Beach Properties

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