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Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo

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Oceanfront bliss awaits at this beautiful condominium, with every room boasting a stunning view of the ocean and beach. Fall asleep to the soothing sounds of the waves and wake up to watch surfers, dolphins, turtles, whales or passing cruise ships from your large lanai.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61030 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo

This fully air-conditioned beautiful oceanfront corner unit is less than 30 feet from the water's edge. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from your large lanai, watch the surfers, para-sailers, boogie boarders, playful dolphins, turtles, whales and passing cruise ships.

Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean. Every room has a beautiful view of the ocean and beach.

The resort is just a short walk to town for dining, shopping and the farmers market for vegetables, fruit, flowers, and souvenirs.

The pool, spa, BBQ's and outdoor dining pavilion are all oceanfront.

Keywords: Condominium

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,030 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We don't rent to families with children under the age of 7 Our unit is on the top floor and we worry about small children and the lanai.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: not suitable for children under 8 years of age.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-183-073-1776-01, GE-183-073-1776-01

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located on the beach, 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 landmarks include Kailua Pier and Moku‘aikaua Church. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Kailua-Kona travel guide
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Beautiful beach sunset on the Big Island, Hawaii
    Honl's Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kailua Pier featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor
    Kailua Pier
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kamakahonu Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes
    Kamakahonu Beach
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kona Inn Shopping Village
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Don's Mai Tai Bar
    5 min walk
  • Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar
    5 min walk
  • Huggo's On The Rocks
    7 min walk
  • Island Lava Java
    8 min walk
  • Kai Eats + Drinks
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo located?

Nestled on the beach, this Historic Kailua Village condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Honl's Beach and Kailua Pier. St. Michael The Archangel Church and Kona Inn Shopping Village are also within 15 minutes.

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Fabulous Kona Reef Resort Ocean Front - Penthouse Floor - 2 BR/2 BA Condo Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot with everything you need for the comforts of home! Host offers great communication! The condo offers beautiful views 24/7 to make for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful stay! Myself and 2 friends had a great, albeit short, week at this condo. It had all we needed and the location is so convenient. Watching the sunsets, surfers and all the other activities from the lanai was so fun and relaxing.The owner, Jim, was great about responding to questions and making suggestions as well. I would definitely recommend this property for a great stay on the big island.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Kona Reef. Condo was well-equipped with everything we needed. Views from the balcony were gorgeous and the sound of the waves washed away were very relaxing. The host was communicative and helped to address our only minor concern with parking swiftly. Would recommend this property and hosts!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

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

Amazing sunsets and walking distance to great restaurants

The four of us had a wonderful 6 night stay. Jim was a great communicator and easy to reach with our questions. The condo had everything we needed and more. The views are absolutely amazing. The condo is just a little dated but it’s clean, comfortable and very affordable for what you get. We’ve stayed at several units in Kona and this is for sure our new favorite.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Relaxing holidays

Great property! The condo was well taken care of and had amazing views out every window. James and Nancy are terrific hosts and were very responsive. Would be my first choice if I needed a 2 bedroom again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Beautiful views and comfortable beds

Five stars on everything. This property has perfect views and great breezes on the lanai. Beautiful sunset views. They don’t have the cheap plastic wicker furniture that other units I’ve stayed in at the Kona Reef have switched to. I can sit for hours and just enjoy the views without needing a chiropractor. The hosts are so helpful if you have any problems. We didn’t have any problems, just a few questions that they were quick to answer. I hope I get to go many more times
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Kona

Enjoyed the condo and location everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

The perfect Kona getaway!

If you need a place to stay in Kona, this is the place. Jim's hospitality is unbeatable, centrally located on the west side of Hawaii, this condo has all the amenities a person/family would need to enjoy a wonderful vacation on the big island!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria C.

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

Fabulous Stay

We had a wonderful time at this condo. It was the best place, great views and proximity to everything was perfect. Everything you need is there, just unpack and start relaxing. Thanks Jim and Nancy for sharing A-31 with us, we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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

Beautiful Stay

Kona Reef A-31 has a beautiful view, the most comfortable lanai furniture of all the Kona Reef units I’ve stayed in, and super accommodating owners. Can’t wait to go again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

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

Great Property and Location

Wonderful property with all the amenities that is well maintained. Easy walk to restaurants, coffee and shops. Fabulous view from the lanai and the sunsets are priceless. Wish we had more time to explore this beautiful island!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best views

Beautiful place and un obstructed views
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

Waterfront paradise

Great location right on the water. Tremendous views up and down the coast and of small next door beach. Walking distance to downtown shops, bars and restaurants. Plenty to do on the island if you rent a car to get to beaches, hiking and much more. Stayed here two years in a row. A place to make memories.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

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

Best piece of paradise

The location is absolutely gorgeous & the condo is just as nice as pictures indicate. The owner is the best too, fantastic communicator & wonderful to work with. I can't say enough good about the property or the owners. I have stayed at dozens of rentals & I give my highest recommendation. .
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maja K.

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

Wonderful stay, all as described!

We absolutely loved the condo, and as so many others - the lanai, where we spent hours watching the waves, surfers, spotting fish and turtles. It is very well equipped (including the kitchen, beach towels, beach equipment) and the location is excellent, within walking distance to numerous restaurants and shops. Jim has been an amazing host, offering accommodations if needed and sharing extensive guidance to local attractions and restaurants. All of that has been very helpful and we truly enjoyed our stay in Kona!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Perfect location!

We spent 9 nights at the condo over Christmas- 2 adults and our two young adult kids. We couldn’t ask for a better location. Best view ever, walking distance to town, good parking and lots of amenities in the condo (beach gear, fully equipped kitchen etc.). Highly recommend Kona Reef and Jim and Nancy’s condo in particular!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Wonderful

The place was clean and enjoyed the beautiful view. Communication with owners made our experience personal. Thank you
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

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

Best Location, View, and Hosts

We had a wonderful time at the Kona Reef condo! The condo felt much larger than the listing photos showed and there was plenty of room for 4 adults. The bedrooms and bathrooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable (beds and temperature). The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed many dinners on the patio. Will definitely be back next we visit Kona!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy P.

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

Paradise in Kona

Wonderful place! This condo is right on the ocean, and we spent much of our time out on the lanai where we watched turtles, surfers, boats, parasailers, cruise ships, and the most beautiful sunsets. The condo is equipped with everything one would need during their stay. We found the beds to be comfortable, and the living area had very comfortable furniture. The owners were great with lots of communication, and immediately answered any questions that we had. We highly recommend this place, and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Fantastic condo

This was our first time to the big island and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Waking up to the waves just feet from the lanai was the best. And watching whales and all the ocean activities going on you really don’t need to leave this condo. This condo is so close to Kona it makes it so easy to go out for dinner, or just stroll through town. We also appreciated all the helpful information that was provided to us by Jim. We’re hoping to come back for a longer stay to explore the rest of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie A.

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

Wonderful beachfront condo

We absolutely loved our stay in the condo! The lanai was exceptional, and we spent many hours lounging, watching the ocean and enjoying the surfers and wildlife. The unit had plenty of room with all the extras needed to make our vacation comfortable and fun. Air conditioning was quiet and worked well. Best of all was the wonderful communication and information from the hosts. They really went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of and had a great vacation. Thanks for being such great hosts and providing such a wonderful place! We hope to come back soon.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Kona Penthouse

Jim Sommers, owner of our condo is an outstanding communicator. He provided lots of useful information about the condo and surrounding area. The condo was clean and well appointed. The location, right on the ocean is incredible. We saw a sea turtle from our lanai. This condo is a short walk to town and near lots of restaurants and attractions. Our friends who stayed a couple of miles away, were envious of our premier location near the island’s restaurants and evening attractions. Just a beautiful trip overall.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

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

Fabulous in every way!

Perfect location with stunning view of Heeia Bay (Honl's Beach) and magical Kona Sunsets. Mornings, afternoons, evenings on the lanai watching body boarders, surfers, paddlers, and even spinner dolphins. Walk into town. Comfortable furnishings and beds. Easy peasy check-in. Wonderful communication with delightful owner-manager. Why would you not choose this place? I know we will be back! Mahalo!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill G., United States

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

Fantastic Condo on the coast of Kona!

Our family of 5 spent one awesome week in this unit in July. It is a top floor corner unit and has amazing views in every direction. It is clean and the sounds of the ocean are so refreshingly peaceful. It is very easy access to many beaches, restaurants and other sites of interest in Kona. Jim provided great insights about things to do, both in his written instructions as well as during several phone conversations and texts. Frankly, this was the best VRBO experience that we have ever had and we will definitely stay here again when we return to Hawaii!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

Idyllic

This property won't disappoint. It has perhaps one of the best views on the island, a corner unit with north and south oceanfront views, just steps from the water. Fantastic sunsets every night. Its location is central, allowing easy navigation to destinations around the island. While I recommend renting a car to reach other places, this unit is close to Kileau-Kona downtown, so you can walk to great waterfront entertainment and shopping spots. Unit is clean, comfortable and the property owner is very responsive, while providing good information upfront. Truly enjoyed our stay and can recommend it highly.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023