Title: In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=1879&destination=Kailua-Kona%2C+Hawaii%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=34010081&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! ## Photo gallery for In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library - In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! (Kailua Kona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34010100/34010081/521826af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library - In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! (Kailua Kona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34010100/34010081/79cdb3f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! (Kailua Kona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34010100/34010081/aea1bb37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! (Kailua Kona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34010100/34010081/cf04a18b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels - In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! (Kailua Kona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34020000/34010100/34010081/907bea4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Kailua Kona, this top floor condo offers a serene ocean view and open beam ceilings. Unwind on the sunny lanai with fast WiFi, cook up a storm in the full kitchen, or stroll to nearby restaurants and shops. Enjoy beach equipment for an active day out or relax in air-conditioned comfort. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5960 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! This top floor condo is spacious with open beam ceilings and an ocean view. It is located in the center of Kailua Kona. You can walk to the pier, to restaurants, shopping, even the bank and the grocery store are nearby. The condo has two bedrooms with California King beds, and two full bathrooms. There is also a single pull out bed in the living room, as well as a queen pull out. You can cook your meals in the full kitchen, and eat on the sunny lanai looking at the ocean. Fast wifi, in unit washer and dryer, a free parking stall, beach equipment, and air conditioning are included as well. This unit is tucked back off the main street, so it is also quiet. Save the money and the hassle on the rental car and parking, and stay in this convenient location. However, if you do have a car a free parking stall is included, and you can walk to most restaurants and shops on Alii drive without having to pay the parking fees. Please note, it is on the third floor, no elevator and only stairs. Also, please don't rent a giant vehicle. The parking stall is a covered normal size stall, but there is a wall on one side. You may have to back out of the stall for your guests to easily get in and out of the vehicle. STVR-19-376093 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Condominium complex is non smoking as well. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 960 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118340000/118336200/118336120/cbe24cf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Updated Top Floor - Ocean Views - Vrkcv Holualoa Village - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Partial ocean view - Living/dining area 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=118336120&PinnedHotelID=118336120&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/791300/791231/81c5bd87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Castle at Kona Reef Historic Kailua Village - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 7.6 Good 620 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=791231&PinnedHotelID=791231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Condo, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90840000/90836200/90836192/e03b8125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Island White Sands Village by Coldwell Banker Island Vacations Kahaluu-Keauhou - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Tennis court 7.6 Good 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=90836192&PinnedHotelID=90836192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326600/94326556/73fde28c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top-floor Kailua Bay Resort Condo w/ Ocean Views! 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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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-068-942-0288-01, GE-068-942-0288-01, 3750040210050 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located by the sea, this condo is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kailua Pier and Ahu'ena Heiau are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kona Community Aquatic Center and KBXtreme. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. [Visit our Kailua-Kona travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona.dx1879) [View more Condo rentals in Kailua-Kona](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona-Condos.d1879-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.64201%2C-155.99320&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rWMnX_FT7M1X4501aw0ZN4zy_4M=) Kailua Kona, HI ### What's nearby - ![Kailua Pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965066/99e32530-c24c-4477-bb66-01cc6dee85aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kailua Pier 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Kamakahonu Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977261082/3358a187-adcd-460b-ae7e-41caeb5bc016.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kamakahonu Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Kona Brewing Company 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Kona Inn Shopping Village 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Kailua-Kona Wharf 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Jack in the Box 7 min walk - L & L Hawaiian Barbecue 9 min walk - Taco Bell 7 min walk - Chubby's Diner 11 min walk - Fish Hopper Kona 5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! have a pool? ### Is In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars!? ### What time is check-in at In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars!? ### What time is check-out at In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars!? ### Where is In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## In Town Ocean View Condo-Walk to the Beach, Shops, Restaurants and Bars! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 74 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis C. D. 11 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location of the condo is amazing, and the interior of the condo is likewise amazing. Really great value for the money! ##### Dennis C. D. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lemuel N. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Two couples on Kona Property was in excellent location. A little dated but clean. Bed was good. Lots of Restaurants that were walkable. ##### Lemuel N. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany M. 21 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaiian vacation Erika’s home was a great place to stay for our visit to the big island. Erika checked in to make sure we had no issues finding and gaining access. The process was easy and detailed. We could walk to many restaurants, bars, coffee shops and shopping in general. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again! ##### Brittany M. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric 24 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very accommodating host with plenty of equipment for local activities like snorkeling and beach days. Beds were comfortable and everything was clean. Clear instructions too ##### Eric Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 21 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Lovely balcony & comfortable bedrooms. Was a bit tight for 5 adults. The parking space is tricky with a bigger car. Wish there was a French press or regular coffee maker. Keurig didn’t have a basket & being on Hawai’i, there are so many better coffee choices than Duncan Donuts. Overall, lovely place to stay and close to Kona In. Area. ##### Laura Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike M. 22 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location I am giving this stay a 5 star rating because it was a budget friendly option for our family of 5 and was perfectly adequate for all our needs and the host was very responsive and lovely to deal with. If you read the description and reviews properly you will discover all there is to know about the property. However here is a summary From my perspective. Positives:Great Kona location with an easy walk to shops and town.Nice Clean condo.We felt completely safe the whole time.The condo is stocked with some extra items for use by guests (eg free coffee pods, but no creamer). Free car park (yes it’s small but it works fine).Budget friendly- great value for moneySome of the negatives, simply for others to consider - we didn’t mind about any of these and we enjoyed our stay, but for full transparency, I just wanted to point a few things out so that if any of these are deal breakers for anyone they know up front. If they are, then increase your budget and search again.no dishwasher.3rd floor with no liftno ability to block out light - meaning you can’t sleep in - except for the one front room.quite hot as it is a top floor condo. There was 2 air conditioning units which definitely helped a lot, but as it is such a large open living area it didn’t cool the condo until well into the night (we stayed in winter).The pull out sofa beds are not that comfortable- an extra topper mattress for both would be a great addition.Not really any option to eat inside - eat on lanai ##### Mike M. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie M. 25 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy WONDERFUL! Very Clean, great commuincation, easy to get around town! We will be back! ##### Julie M. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christie S. 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were very happy with the condo. The location is excellent, easy walk to town, beaches and stores. Erika was very helpful and the communication was strong. ##### Christie S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Janet D. 21 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to town , well stocked, Erica responsive to our requests for the entire 4 week stay Within walking of town, large bright, well stocked condo ##### Janet D. Stayed 38 nights in Dec 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori H. 16 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kona Town This property checks all the boxes. Great location and great host! ##### Lori H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 14 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great location, host was phenomenal. Clean, comfortable. ##### John Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila M. 4 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Repeat visit, excellent Excellent ##### Sheila M. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mike V. 25 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Very nice and a short walk into town ##### Mike V. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Troy R. 2 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our time in Kona Everything was as expected. The condo was very quiet and within walking distance of so many restaurants. The owner was responsive and very nice. My wife and I would stay here again. ##### Troy R. Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim B. 4 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaii 2023 Nice property ##### Jim B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hong Y. 3 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and nice landlord. The property is close to all the shops and restaurants by either driving or walking. The landlord Erika is very nice and helpful, which made me feel like she’s there for us if any needs arise. The property has everything we need which is handy. Mahalo Erika for making our stay at Big Island a great experience. ##### Hong Y. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Chelsea W. 12 Nov 2013 #### Great, safe place to stay if traveling on a budget Just got back from a 12 night stay in Kona. I stayed in this condo and would definitely agree that the listing description is accurate, the pictures are current, and the location is awesome! The owner was easy to contact during my stay if I had any questions, and I honestly can't think of any real complaints. This place is a great choice if your on a budget, it's a safe and extremely convenient location. I can't wait to go back! ##### Chelsea W. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel M. 3 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great! we really liked the place - matches the vrbo pics and description, and was very comfortable for four of us. Both bathrooms quite nice; kitchen fully functional, allowing us to do some eating in. Only a short walk to everything on Ali'i, including the nice small beach by the Marriott. Would definitely do it again ##### Daniel M. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rowena G. 20 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kona in-town condo The beds and furniture are very comfortable, the kitchen is well-equipped, the AC works great, the tap water tastes pretty good, and the grounds are lovely and well maintained. We found all the neighbors to be friendly and this place is wonderfully quiet. The pool, hot tub, lanai, washer/dryer and the car rental through turo are all bonuses and much appreciated. Everything in town is very close by, but be aware that the steep hills and flights of stairs can be strenuous. Overall we love this place and would definitely stay here again. ##### Rowena G. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Leilani C. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Nice location but not good for elderly visitors Decent unit, but, I did not notice in the unit description that my 83 year old mother had to climb 3 flights of stairs to get into the unit. Unit is dated, but worked for us. It does not have a dishwasher which meant that instead of loading a dishwasher and leaving, we had to be sure to clean up each day before we left. Some of the utensils had debris on them, so, I don’t know if the owner washes everything between visitors or if they’re counting on the visitors to be sure dishes are properly cleaned. Pam t even yone ##### Leilani C. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Susan P. 7 Jul 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### Not my favorite VRBO rental In case you missed it, this condo has no dishwasher. Plan to wash everything down before using it. Some of the pans were a bit greasy or sticky to the touch. We hand washed everything before using it. This condo is on the third floor. There are two flights of stairs plus a few steps leading up to the building. Getting up those stairs with our luggage was not the easiest task. The pictures show a beautiful open space with a loft. Those pictures are accurate. However, there weren't window coverings on the loft windows. So, we were awake every morning with the sun...about 5:45 a.m. If you, like me, need a reasonable dark space to sleep, bring or plan to purchase eye coverings. The pictures depict the furniture in the unit. The furniture depicted is accurate. However, the patio chairs are very tough to sit on for an extended period. I needed to work remotely several hours a day for my job and this is the only space that made sense to work on. I had to go to Walmart and buy cushions for the patio chairs because my back started to bother me after a couple of days. If you will need to work remotely from this unit , consider purchasing something for additional comfort. There are bugs. We found bugs in the kitchen and in the downstairs bathroom. We contacted Erika and she thinks they come up through the drains. There was no extermination while we were there for three weeks. Family members staying in condo complex across the street were provided with a monthly exterminator visit schedule. In this unit, fighting the bugs will be your responsibility but Erika will let you know what to do if you ask. The only table for dining is outside on the patio. No matter how often I cleaned that table, there were still small bugs crawling around on it while we were eating. I'd recommend planning to eat at the kitchen counter where there are two bar stools. If you intend to use the table, you'll need to plan to buy a tablecloth that you wash after each meal or eat with the bugs. In order to minimize the bugs, we took the trash out each day. As I mentioned above, this is a third story condo and there is no elevator. You'll need to bring your trash out to a dumpster across from the building in the parking lot. Kona has a homeless problem that is evident in the neighborhood around the building. While we never felt unsafe, the homeless are hard to miss in this neighborhood. Erika was responsive and very helpful whenever I contacted her. ##### Susan P. Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Carmel C. 4 Mar 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hostile host told me to stay somewhere else when I inquired alternative parking options of my car Stay away from this worn out unsafe place! Worst vacation rental experience ever! I couldn't find the place as building and doors were not clearly marked and the check-in instruction was confusing. There was NO mention in the ad that there is NO elevator! Parking: The designate parking spot was so narrow and short for my car rental (a 4WD Jeep wrangler). I could barely get out of the car after I parked as the is a door right in front of the parking space. When I asked the host if there are other parking spots or whether I get a parking permit. She just lectured me that parking is 'free and I should just go stay somewhere else, knowing that I will not get a refund. She doesn't care since she was already paid, and put the word 'host' in 'hostile'!! Hypocritically, in the bulletin board, the host said she can help arrange for additional parking if we have more than one car when all I needed was one. Condition of the condo: Since the unit is on the 3rd floor, it felt like an oven when we got in. I asked the host on how to operate the AC and instead of giving me the instructions, she just said it is nice and cool in the evening. The place was dusty (behind the TV, window ledges etc.) and the toilet bowl on the hallway had 'residues' on it and there wasn't even a toilet brush in sight. The fan only turned on periodically. The fridge was full of leftover sauces with unknown expiration dates and most of the spices and 'leftovers' are very cold and clumpy. I had to stop my son from opening a package of leftover oatmeal as it was a complete brick. There was no fan in the upstairs bathroom and it was so hard to turn on the shower. The toaster oven was very dirty and burnt. Passive aggressive harassing reminders everywhere including the front door to remind me how 'incredibly expensive' electricity is in Hawaii. There were additional reminders on how the sink can clog easily, and that it is our job to put the lanai on to keep her condo cooler while blocking all the views. Yet, we must roll them back up when it is windy. Not my job to maximize her profit margins as I PAID! This is NOT a resort: The pool is dirty & cold, and the spa is superhot with broken jet. There was no mention in vrbo that pool is closed to children after 6 pm. Lots of chain smokers and stray cats on the property. Very unsafe area with tons of drifters across the street & parking lot, and drunk people on the street on the side of the condo. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! ##### Carmel C. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffny H. 20 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Home Base for the Big Island Easy, comfortable, friendly host. We were there for a week, and it was the perfect size for my and my 3 kids. ##### Tiffny H. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila M. 16 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant, clean, safe and convenient Excellent on all accounts so much so that I have already booked again for another work trip in a couple weeks. Erika and her accommodation are fabulous. Aloha and Mahalo! ##### Sheila M. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Danielle M. 5 Aug 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Located close to town The condo has all you need. It’s located to close to town. Not the nicest area when walking into town, but convenient if you want to walk there. ##### Danielle M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ---