***NICE OCEAN VIEWS FROM LANAI AND LIVING ROOM* GREAT LOCATION***
About this condo rental
Situated in Holualoa, this lovely condo for $196 per night is a great choice for your next break. YOU'LL LOVE THIS CONDO AND THE VIEWS FROM THE LANAI! The kitchen is brand new with new cabinets, 5 burner gas stove, microwave and refrigerator and granite counter tops and a nice dining table. The floor plan is divided into a living room area and a sleeping area. The living room area is appointed with a new couch and coffee tables and a 55" Samsung TV. The bedroom area has a brand new Cal King memory foam bed, 2 night stands and a brand new dresser. the bathroom was updated a couple of years ago with a tub/shower and a nice vanity with a single sink. The windows and sliding doors are brand new with dual pane glass. The screened lanai has wonderful partial ocean views. The unit has an assigned parking space. Kona Shores is a low rise complex with only 2 floors in each building. This unit is on the second level and there isn't an elevator. There are very few ocean view units in the complex and when this unit became available we had to buy it. The pool is right beside the ocean and the views are awesome. Town is an easy 20 minute walk on Oceanside Alii Drive. Honl's Beach is an easy 1/2 mile walk and the famous Magic Sands Beach is 2 miles from the complex. We put quality improvements in to our units and we pride ourselves in providing our guests with affordable top notch accommodations. YOU WILLLOVE IT!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Map of Holualoa, HI
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(81 Reviews)
10.0
Was perfect for us, everything you need for cooking, and the beach. Very clean and comfortable place to stay. Coffee on the lanai in the morning watching whales and dolphins. Sunsets by the pool, watching waves and whales. Will recommend and stay again. Mahalo
10.0
We loved our stay here. Great location by the beach. Condo has lots of extras like lawn chairs, cooler and snorkels. Had a wonderful time.
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at #218 Kona Shores. It was clean and well appointed and the lanai had a nice partial ocean view. The owner provided beach chairs, umbrella, coolers and snorkels.
The kitchenette had a good selection of cooking utensils and necessary supplies. One thing we think would make the stay special would be coffee available on arrival. We arrived at the unit from Canada close to midnight and it would be so appreciated to have a coffee on the lanai in the morning without having to get in the car and go shopping. Just some packs of instant would be great!
The pool area is lovely and we watched the sunset from there most nights. We didn’t realize that the BBQ area did not have gas grills, only briquette, and this was the only real disappointment.
We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We stayed at this place for 10 nights and found it to be the perfect condo and base for our stay on big island. The views from the lanai are really nice for enjoying breakfast or dinner. The condo is very quiet and close to Kona. With a rental car everything on the island is reachable within a reasonable amount of time. The condo has everything you need: A fully equiped kitchen, a spacious living room and a really large comfortable bed. Bathroom is basic and ok. There is also some beach equipment, which is handy.
Everything was just as advertised and very clean. Communication with Doug was easy and he always responded quickly and was helpful. We definitely would come here again. We loved our stay.
5.0
Very quiet and relaxing. Nice pool, even saw dolphins.
5.0
The property was well maintained and very nicely outfitted. Very much appreciated the condition of the condo.
5.0
My wife and I are frequent visitors to the North Shore of Kauai and this was our first time to the Big Island. We absolutely loved it and can’t wait to come back as we did not get around to seeing nearly as much as there is to offer. The unit was perfect. It was well stocked for us to make casual meals. The room was comfortable, clean and pleasant. Nice little screened in patio area in back with partial ocean view (enough to enjoy sipping tea/coffee). Bed was fine for me, perhaps a little firm for my wife but generally very comfortable. We didn't use the AC much but it worked like a champ. Big screen TV worked fine. Having 2 nice Tommy Bahama beach chairs and beach umbrella and snorkel gear was much appreciated. The pool was great, not big but large enough for me to swim laps each morning and we enjoyed a beautiful sunset from there one night.
The location was perfect. Easy drives into town for restaurant/bars/casual music. Easy drives to the many different beaches. We also did a day trip to Hilo side - drove completely around the island to Akaka Falls and Volcano National Park both of which were very cool.
We would definitely stay in the unit again. Thank you Doug. Great place. Gus
5.0
Beautiful condominium designed well and not overdone! Amazing kitchen and living room combination! The lanai was lovely but the view was blocked by another building but definitely not a game changer! Bathroom was clean with large wall mirror and granite countertop!
Air conditioner is a wall/window size unit and per directions on the back of the door I turned it off when not in the unit. Unfortunately this made the room extremely hot and it had to work overtime to cool the condo down to 75ish. Kept bathroom door closed at all times as directed. Bed was beyond comfortable!!!!! Amazing sleep while I was there; thank you!!!!
The only downfall was the sliding doors leading out to the lanai. The doors close but they do not seal together which leaves a small gap between the doors. There is no way to lock them so be conscience of this to ensure they do close. The small gap can be seen so I put my best effort forward to try ensure the gap was as small as possible!
The kitchen floor appears to be lifting in some areas but it is not a slip hazard. I only noticed because some areas seem soft when I walked on them. I took shoes off while entering the unit to try and keep the floor free from debris.
Great place and I would highly recommend!
4.0
The condo was clean and the kitchen well stocked. It was nice to see the ocean and feel the breeze even if more of a peek a boo view. Location was south of most of the Kona traffic and hubbub but still close enough for a quick drive into town. Easy access to main roads and highways to get to beaches and to drive around the island. We did not use the pool but it looked like a nice space right along a rocky shore that also provided a nice place to watch the sunsets. We would stay here again.
5.0
The condo was perfect for my daughter and I in terms of location and amenities. Very clean and everything worked well. Thank you Doug!
5.0
Very nice, enjoyed 🤘😎
5.0
Beautiful property. Would love to stay again!
5.0
Was on a business trip. Condo was clean, comfortable and quiet. Was able to work and relax!
5.0
Very nice location situated by the beach. Short walk across the parking lot for private ocean viewing access. The pool isn't crowded. Recently updated, well stocked kitchen. Everything you need for a trip to the beach. Coolers, ice packs, chairs, beach towels and more. Quiet area located within walking distance to shops and restaurants.
5.0
Property was excellent! Location cannot be beat.
Walked into Kona when we went there.
Issue with the laundry room if you don't use the app. I lost a dollar's worth of quarters when doing laundry.
5.0
Great and very comfortable condo. Bed was comfortable, full kitchen, a great screened in lanai to enjoy. Communication with host was great. There’s a community pool right on the coast that’s great and it has a perfect view for sunset. Will be back if I’m on big island again and definitely recommend!
5.0
The condo is exactly as described. It is close to downtown. The pool is a great bonus. The ac is in the living room but sufficiently cools the bedroom by sliding the panels to center. There are little extras like toilet psper. Paper towels, kleenex. Great for a couple. The host was responsive. We loved it.
5.0
My friend and I stayed for 7 nights, 8 days and couldn’t have been happier. The property is up to date, very clean and lots of extras around to support a full kitchen and some commonly forgotten toiletries in the bathroom. The property is close to Kona and we were able to walk a few times even though we had a rental car, the pool was close and clean and an excellent view right on the ocean. I had to work on my holiday (unfortunately), but the screened in lanai with an ocean view was spectacular! Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We were very pleased with this property. It is great for a couple. It was clean, modern and well appointed with just what we needed. The bed was comfortable and the ocean view out the screened balcony was very nice. The location was perfect, out of the crowds, but walkable (1 mile) to the start of beach shopping. There is a small picturesque sandy beach a half mile toward the shopping area - a pleasant walk but has parking too. The pool area was also a great plus, right on the water. Evening sunsets were viewable from the pool or the balcony. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
good location well taken care of.
5.0
We found that this was a great location.a little bit of a walk down to where everything is happening on Alii dr but still doable. As for driving it's great. Close enough for everything. From the Lani you can see the ocean. Complex Community pool was good and right on the ocean. I would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We had an excellent two-week stay at this condo at Kona Shores. Great location, easy 20-minute walk to downtown Kailua, and is served by the Kona Trolley if you don't want to walk. Nice kitchen and bathroom, well-equipped. Also provides beach towels, beach umbrella and chairs, snorkel gear, boogie boards, and a cooler for picnics. Comfy king-size bed, big clothes closet in the bathroom area.. Large TV and extensive cable channels. We especially loved the screened-in lanai with the huge sliding doors into the condo, which allowed us to keep the doors open all the time and made the condo feel much bigger. We also enjoyed the nice ocean breeze coming into the condo from the lanai. Really enjoyed eating on the lanai every day! Great parking spot right in front of the condo. Beautiful outdoor condo complex, well maintained, very nice swimming pool and picnic/BBQ area. Condo manager was always helpful.
5.0
Just got back from our Feb 2023 vacation where we stayed here. The process went smoothly from start to finish. Doug was a responsive and polite host, and we had no issues at all. The property was as advertised; it's relatively small, but it is comfortable, has new kitchen with a great stove. Beach chairs, boogie boards and a parasol were all provided which is a huge plus and saves toting stuff across the ocean. We had our own snorkel gear, but that was available too.
The location was absolutely exceptional. I think we'll be back!
Thanks Doug!
4.0
Everything was great- check in easy and unit clean and welcoming. Loved the pool and watching sunsets and waves crashing beside the pool! Unit quiet and view of ocean. We really liked the well equipped kitchen- supplies like TP/paper towel- baggies- loved beach chairs/ umbrella and towels - really enjoyed our stay— thanks and we will be back!
5.0
Very relaxing quiet complex.
5.0
I really loved my stay at this property. The location was great, close to the water and to town. The kitchen was updated and had everything I needed, bed was very comfortable as well. Good supply of beach gear which helped a lot! Thanks for a great stay!
5.0
Usually stay in one of the Kohala Coast resorts, so a little anxious about staying in Kona. This condo was a wonderful surprise - small and cozy. Had everything we needed in the kitchen. Will keep this in my list of "places to stay again."
5.0
Had a lovely stay at Kona shores! Property is very clean and comfortable with an ocean view and short walk to the ocean and pool. The bed was super comfy for a rental, and kitchen was nice! The owners were very kind and helped us swiftly when someone parked in our spot. We would stay here again, great price for the location too. Sad to leave!
5.0
For us being just a bit outside of town was perfect. The walk was nice, the location quiet. Close to Kona and many beaches!
Place was just the right size for the two of us. Kitchen had everything we needed and it was clean!
5.0
We stayed in Doug's condo for two weeks and it was amazing! Great location with beautiful views. We were able to walk to our luau and a coffee shop most mornings. The condo was very clean and offered a great retreat for us. We would highly recommend staying here.
5.0
This condo is in a quiet complex, very close to the water, with sea views, as advertised. The unit has a screened porch with ocean views (a great place for morning coffee) and the whole unit is well appointed. A big plus is all the ocean accessories available during your stay: beach chairs and towels, boogie boards, coolers, snorkeling gear. If you want lots to do within walking distance, you may want to look elsewhere, but you'll be driving to so many places on the Big Island anyway! We found it to be very affordable and convenient. And the pool is adjacent to the ocean!
5.0
This studio apartment was a great place for my wife and I to come back and rest from all our adventures. It's a short distance from all the conveniences like shopping and the shoreline while never feeling particularly busy. Since we had access to a fridge, stove and microwave, all very clean and well maintained, we could plan our island adventures around what we wanted to do and not meal times. It was also very nice to always have a parking spot. All in all, it was a fantastic place to stay and would gladly do so again the next time we happen to be in Kona.
5.0
Excellent accommodation - lovely views of the ocean from the lanai, even better from the pool area good walk to the old town of Kona which we did either early morning or once the sun sets. Used the two cooler boxes daily when doing our driving tours around the Big Island - definitely stay here again.
4.0
I spent 3 weeks at Doug's condo for an extended vacation/remote work from Hawaii setup. I took a few days to stay at the Mauna Kea Resort and the Hilton for "resort" days as well.
Pros:
Location is very convenient to get to the Kona main town area, but is far enough out to not be caught in too much tourist traffic.
~5 minutes drive to the Kona restaurants, or 10 min bike ride (HiBike share station is directly across the complex entrance, I got a month pass for $25)
~ 20 minutes to Costco
~10 minutes to grocery
~2 hours to get to Volcanoes national park (go at night to see the glow!! Although the drive back is a little scary in the dark)
Price is unbeatable for the area and what you are getting
Small condo pool but pretty quiet and never packed during my stay, so perfect to quietly read a book and watch the waves.
Great wifi for my work
Full new kitchen and well stocked with supplies
Plenty of beach gear on the patio (chairs, umbrella, and snorkel gear, bring it everywhere!)
Laundry onsite but coin only (couldn't figure out the app payment and the complex management also had no clue)
Beautiful partial ocean view and can see the sunset everyday from the lanai or down by the pool/rocks.
Cons
Many reviews note the loud AC, and yes, it is loud, BUT there is AC which is hard to find everywhere on the island for a condo
The complex is a mix between vacationers and retirees who can be a bit ornery. One night I woke up around 10pm to a resident screaming across the complex to tell other people to be quiet... ahh the irony. Also had another elderly resident scold me for my non-reef safe sunscreen at the pool... oops (don't worry I was only using it by the pool).
Weird pool rules (No drinks or food at the pool...as I was warned walking towards the area by the complex manager)
Not a huge studio unit but ok for 1-2 people.
Only one giant spider in the shower, but as is Hawaii, and bug spray conveniently located under the sink
Kona is far from any great beaches. Magic sand beach is close by but always busy and is VERY small. I would recommend to drive 30-40 minutes up the coast to the north to Hapuna or beaches near there for a more traditional and fun beach experience.
No close sandy beaches walkable from the condo.
Overall no huge cons, would happily stay here again
Other tips:
Go to Costco for gas/snacks
Nearby Da poke shack is bomb
Bike over to happy hour at Huggos on the rocks or Foster's Kitchen
Volcano at NIGHT!
Enjoy!
5.0
Very clean, Nice, comfortable, strongly recommended
5.0
Doug's place was a great place to stay. Very clean, well-kept and comes with everything you could need for your vacation on the Big Island.
Even with a minor issue we didn't mind, Doug was right on top of everything and had it resolved the same day while we were out - very nice and communicative!
Thanks for everything!
10.0
Doug's place was a great place to stay. Very clean, well-kept and comes with everything you could need for your vacation on the Big Island.
Even with a minor issue we didn't mind, Doug was right on top of everything and had it resolved the same day while we were out - very nice and communicative!
Thanks for everything!
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at this condo
5.0
This unit was very clean and comfortable. Loved the screened in lanai so no bugs came in. Partial view of ocean. Kitchen was well equipped with nice utensils and cookware. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. I needed to communicate with Doug and was nice to have a quick response.
4.0
We were happy with the accommodations - a good place to relax after a long day of driving and exploring. Difficulty in finding the lock box (did not realize it was located next to the door), but that is only a minor issue. No interaction with the property manager.
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Holualoa?
The average price for a rental in Holualoa is $337 per night. This rental is $141 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at ***NICE OCEAN VIEWS FROM LANAI AND LIVING ROOM* GREAT LOCATION***. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at ***NICE OCEAN VIEWS FROM LANAI AND LIVING ROOM* GREAT LOCATION***. Enjoy the water!
Is ***NICE OCEAN VIEWS FROM LANAI AND LIVING ROOM* GREAT LOCATION*** pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at ***NICE OCEAN VIEWS FROM LANAI AND LIVING ROOM* GREAT LOCATION***?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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