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Welcome to vrKCV - Kahalu'u Alii, a pristine 1-bedroom retreat with den and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy ocean views from the two lanais, unwind in the fully stocked kitchen or play ping pong in this top-floor triplex penthouse home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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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.

🏖️Across from Kahaluʻu Snorkel Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC

Across from Kahaluʻu Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC & 2 Lanais

Wake up to sweeping ocean views and one of Kona's best snorkeling spots just steps away.
Top-floor privacy, two lanais, and AC for total comfort.
Walk to surf, snorkel, and everything Kahaluʻu has to offer.

Why Guests Love This Condo

✔ Across from Kahaluʻu Beach Park (top snorkeling spot)
✔ Penthouse/top-floor privacy in small triplex
✔ Two spacious lanais with ocean & beach views
✔ Air conditioning + ceiling fans throughout
✔ Walk to surf school + board rentals next door

The Space

This 1-bedroom + den, 2-bath condo offers 1,100 sq ft of interior space plus 350 sq ft of covered lanai space—perfect for indoor-outdoor island living.

The open living area flows directly onto the lanai, where you can enjoy morning coffee, ocean breezes, and unforgettable sunsets. The fully equipped kitchen makes dining in easy, and a 55” TV provides entertainment after a day in the sun.

Primary Bedroom: King bed
Den: King bed
Sleeps up to 4

Fall asleep to the sound of the surf and wake up ready for another day in paradise.

Outdoor Living

Two covered lanais offer front-row ocean views and plenty of space to relax or dine outdoors.

Additional features:

Gas grill
Outdoor shower
Ping pong table
Dartboard

Location

Directly across from Kahaluʻu Beach Park—one of the Big Island's most well-known snorkeling spots, with calm water, reef fish, and frequent sea turtle sightings. It's also a great beginner surf break.

Surf school next door
Multiple board rental shops nearby
1 mile to shopping, dining, and groceries
<2 miles to Keauhou Bay (manta ray tours)
<1 mile to Kona Country Club

Concierge Services

Professional concierge services are included to help you plan your stay—from snorkeling tours and manta ray experiences to dining reservations and local recommendations.

Important Information
Minimum night stay varies seasonally
Non-smoking, no pets
Non-ADA compliant
TA: 156-648-2432-01
STVR-19-377854

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Guests must sign and return the rental agreement within 48 hours of booking to avoid cancellation. Contact Property Mgr if the deadline is missed.

Reservation includes Peace of Mind Protection Plan for accidental damages. If declined, a security deposit is required.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has 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-075-002-0608-01, GE-075-002-0608-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located near the beach, this condo is in Kahaluu-Keauhou, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Kailua Pier and Lekeleke Burial Grounds are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Keauhou Shopping Center and Kona Farmers Market. Donkey Mill Art Center and Kona Le'a Plantation are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Kailua-Kona travel guide
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Map
Kailua Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kahalu'u Beach Park
    Kahalu'u Beach Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kailua-Kona Beaches
    Kailua-Kona Beaches
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Keauhou Shopping Center
    Keauhou Shopping Center
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Magic Sands Beach
    Magic Sands Beach
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Keauhou Bay Beach
    4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sunset Kai Lanai
    20 min walk
  • Magics Beach Grill
    2 min drive
  • Shaka Tacos
    6 min drive
  • L & L Hawaiian BBQ
    16 min walk
  • Piko
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🏖️Across from Kahaluʻu Snorkel Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🏖️Across from Kahaluʻu Snorkel Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🏖️Across from Kahaluʻu Snorkel Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🏖️Across from Kahaluʻu Snorkel Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🏖️Across from Kahaluʻu Snorkel Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC located?

Located in Kahaluu-Keauhou, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kailua-Kona Beaches and Magic Sands Beach. Kahalu'u Beach Park and Keauhou Shopping Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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🏖️Across from Kahaluʻu Snorkel Beach | Ocean View Penthouse w/ AC 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

spectacular view and great location

It was great to be able to walk across the street to snorkel and enjoy the beautiful views from the lanai. The condo was very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna P.

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

Fantastic Location

Amazing full ocean view, a short walk to great snorkeling, easy access to everything we wanted to do. The unit is spacious and we loved calling it home. homehomefor for two weeks
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brad p.

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

Great location and the pictures don't do the property justice!

My wife and I visited the Big Island as part of our 30th wedding anniversary and we thoroughly enjoyed our home for our stay on the Big Island. This location offered everything we needed and was conveniently located to both grocery stores and restaurants. If we ever make it back to the area, we will definitely be looking to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

50th Anniversary Trip

The property was exactly as pictured. We were very comfortable, the view and sunsets were incredible. The snorkeling was great right across the street! If we come back to the Big Island we would stay at this location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Smitha B.

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

Beautiful home in a great location

This property is probably one of the most loved by my family. It is spacious, clean and well updated. Best snorkeling in Hawaii right across the street. Out favoutrite was the lanai..we lived watching sunsets from here, eating together and just spending time playing games in the afternoons. Overall a great stay! Will definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Super view and very comfortable

This property had everything you could need in a Hawaiian vacation home. Beds were super comfortable, the deck (lanai) was spectacular. The breeze and fans in every room made it so comfortable, we never needed to use the air conditioning.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley A.

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

Fantastic Penthouse - Fantastic location

The penthouse is the entire top floor, with an elevator, and outdoor shower for rinsing snorkel-scuba gear. Early morning views and sunset views of Kahaluu Beach from the very large lanai were the best. Penthouse has everything. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley L.

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

great view !

Great property for adults or people who know each other. Walls in bedroom do not go all the way to roof. Plenty of space. quite neighborhood, a great view from the 3rd floor porch.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norm G.

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

Seaside retreat

My wife and I enjoyed this unit so much. The kitchen was well equipped with everything that we needed to cook. The location can’t be beat as you have a gorgeous view of the ocean and can watch the surfers all day. The deck facing the ocean is large and it’s a 2 minute walk across the way to sit at the beach or snorkel. We recommend this unit as an excellent location. The unit was comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali H.

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

Gorgeous lanai and view!

Highly recommend not only the resort but Kona Coast rentals who are VERY organized and communicate well. Love the app and all the emails in advance as well as the house guide. We had an issue while we were there during our stay and they were fantastic.The property looks just like the pictures. We loved the kitchen/living/lanai. Fantastic view to watch surfers and peaceful waves. Watched sunset from the beach across the street but it was still gorgeous from our patio. Bathrooms and bedroom carpet are a little dated but we were happy regardless. Lots of windows and great parking. Elevator! If you snorkel you’ll live the location even more. Easy 4-mile drive to town. Or there’s a bus at the end of the driveway. We didn’t want to be right in town. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mostly Positive

The property is very clean and the photos are accurate. It is a beautiful space, private and well-appointed. The lanai is the outstanding feature with basically a wrap-around porch around the entire top floor with sweeping views. Beds were comfortable with good quality linens. It is a bit tricky to find at first--the directions to the place were outdated. The house in front has been painted a different color. The location is challenging to get out of because vehicles obscure the view of traffic coming from the left. One of us would have to get out of the vehicle to check to see if it was clear. As noted in other reviews, the window air conditioners really struggled to keep up with the summer heat. There are louvered windows by the ceiling and ceiling fans that can help, but it's a bit of a learning curve on how to use the remotes for them that are stationed throughout the property. Snorkeling across the street is excellent and the volunteers stationed there are helpful and informative.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

A renovated old style Hawaiian gem (with a few quirks)

We live in an old home that has had many renos done by us over decades and by previous owners. This place seems similar amazing overall but with some quirks and a small wish list of things that could easily be improved. The great: Fantastic location, and having entire top floor of the three suites in the building is expansive inside and out. With covered & (mostly) shady lanai & decks all the way round the inside space and being high up enough to have a great view of Kahalu'u Park is a dream- and having a secure and private tiny somewhat industrial elevator from the ground carport right onto the lanai is lovely (and a reminder to slow down - it is a slow ride). The lounging & dining furniture on the nearly 30 x 50 lanai is in good repair and comfy enough and where we spent all of our condo time- and being one house away from Alii drive and the surf break beyond- the road noise wasn't terrible and the surf was the perfect decibel level for relaxation and sleeping at night- and of course killer sunsets (though you'll want a newer phone with 'magic erase' function to eliminate the ubiquitous power poles and lines for that perfect sunset shot). Tons of cabinets, well equipped kitchen, and no need for AC- fans and breezes fine. But no cabinet/drawer pulls(??), and kitchen lighting is beyond poor(??) - cheap easy fixes! Lastly, roll up sunshades on lanai would make it perfect for late afternoon heat and glare- again easy and cheap fix. Kona Coast was great- place spotless!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Family of 4 had a great stay! Love the snorkeling beach across the street!

We stayed on the 3rd floor of this rental. There are two units on the second floor. The 3rd floor has an elevator which is super helpful for transporting luggage, groceries, and snorkeling gear! Rental was very clean and well stocked with beach and snorkeling items. The two bedrooms were nice and perfect for a family of four with a 9 and 11 year old. The lanai was incredible with beautiful beach, surfing, and sunset views. The unit had all the pots, pans, and utensils you would need but there isn’t much for cooking basics other than salt and pepper. No coffee, oil, condiment, or other consumables so be sure to bring it with you. Air conditioning is hard to come by in rentals but this unit has 3. One in each bedroom and one in the living area. The living area unit is t up to the task to cool the area so we left it off. It is also on the same breaker as the TV, internet, and bathroom lights which is only 15Amps so it would pop the breaker. The bedroom ACs will cool the rooms down if the doors are closed and the fans are off. The ceilings are open, so you don’t want the fans to pull in hot air from the rest of the house. Just let the cooler air settle with the doors closed. The “den” bedroom cools down the best. We only used the AC at night, the rest of the time we just opened all the doors and windows. The upper windows can be opened with a metal pole with a hook on it that is in one of the closets. This will let plenty of air flow. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was unobstructed and gorgeous. House spacious and beds comfortable,If you are into snorkeling this is the place for you..
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Perfect location

Across one of the best snorkeling and surfing beach the penthouse was perfect - everything was well kept up and extra beach items available. Could not ask for better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary I.

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

Near the best snorkeling

The place was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

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

Great home great location

First time to the big island one of the best vacations ever. Great adventures. We would stay here again
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, with a beautiful view. My husband and I stayed here for 11 nights and we really enjoyed our stay. The lanai was perfect, we sat out there every night we could to watch the sunset. One of the a/c’s stopped working while we were there, I contacted the host and the a/c was replaced by the next morning. We were impressed by the quick response and how they handled the situation. The location is just far enough away from downtown Kona that you don’t get the road noise and heavy traffic, but still convenient to shops and other activities. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaynie H.

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

Great Location

This property is in a great location and was very clean. We had a few issues during our stay and property management responded right away and did what they could to help. We would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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

Spacious Penthouse

Clean and well appointed condo, loved snorkeling across the street.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jillian C.

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

Kona visit

The property was lovely and had everything we needed. My only constructive feedback was the noise level related to construction around (not in) the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stay review

This penthouse is exactly what we had envisioned after reading the reviews from other renters. We enjoyed everything about this place, location, sunset view from the Lanai, amenities, size of the rooms, bathrooms, etc. Rental office staff was very courteous and responsive! Thank you so much! Can’t wait to return back to the island and stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

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

Was goos

Loved it
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

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

Kahalu'u Bay Penthouse

We just got home from our 21 day adventure on the Big Island. The Penthouse is fantastic, so well stocked, and centrally located. The Kona Vacations team is very responsive and David their concierge has world class offerings. The condo is everything it says and more. You will not be disappointed with the penthouse!
Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin Michael S.

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

Location Location Location

Location of rental is in an ideal spot. It's away from the main hub (Kailua-Kona) but still easily accessible for an evening out to explore/experience the many fine dining options around. And you can't forget that it's right across from Kahalu'u Beach, a popular spot for learning to surf and snorkel (observed it was popular with the families). Favorite part of the penthouse was the lanai; we enjoyed having such a spacious area for card playing, dinner and watching the sunset after a full day of exploration of the Big Island. -Mahalo
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023