Direct Ocean View in the Heart of Kailua-Kona/ At startline for Ironman! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Direct Ocean View in the Heart of Kailua-Kona/ At startline for Ironman! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Direct Ocean View in the Heart of Kailua-Kona/ At startline for Ironman! located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Moku‘aikaua Church and Kailua Pier. Kona Inn Shopping Village and Hulihee Palace are just steps away.

10/10 Excellent

Dan

23 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was a fantastic place to stay in Kona, right in the heart of old Kona village. It had everything we needed, including plenty of swimming gear like snorkels, masks, fins, and towels. The kitchen was well-equipped with various cooking pans and utensils. We enjoyed a lovely view of the street and the ocean below. There’s also a covered garage for parking if needed. The hosts were wonderful and very responsive. I will definitely seek out this place for my next trip to Kona!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

17 May 2023

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

Great stay!

We had a great experience and really appreciated the property owner’s hospitality and recommendations!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

27 Apr 2025

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

Superb

Can't get a better location in the heart of downtown Kailua-Kona and interactions with the host were timely and thorough. The condo was clean, new appliances, everything worked as it should. The place is loaded.....towels, beach gear, just about anything and everything a couple or family would want. The kitchen is incredible...Everything is stocked and labeled. We absolutely will go back.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

17 Dec 2022

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

Great location

Mary was an amazing host and we really enjoyed our stay. We have stayed at the kona Plaza several times and this unit has everything you need. I will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

april l.

1 Apr 2023

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

Great location- walkable to everything Kona has to offer.

Relaxing, clean and comfortable. Perfect location to reach everything. The view was beautiful !!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Mary W.

18 Apr 2018

Wonderful place, well equipped and convenient location. We drove very little realky

Relaxing, fun and hard to leave! We were there one month and felt quite at home. Nice pool too.

Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

steven l.

23 Oct 2023

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

Disliked: Location

Great location

We had a great stay! Mary was very responsive, and her condo was very well stocked with beach equipment and other condo necessities. She even let us check in a bit early since it was vacant the day we arrived.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tien V.

16 Jun 2021

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

Great location

Amazing Kona trip with the perfect rental. The location is perfect for strolling the strip and walkable to all sorts of places. The condo was equipped with lots of extras for beach outtings and toiletries. I’d definitely rent this property again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

27 Mar 2023

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

Ocean View

Beautiful view! Lots of extra amenities! The lanai was very spacious to enjoy sitting outside.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miljo D.

14 Jul 2023

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

Best spot in Kona

We had a blast here. Walking distance to the water, restaurants, shopping centers and more. Mary is a very generous host and provided us with everything we needed to enjoy our trip. Above and beyond. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the Kona area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph W.

26 Jul 2023

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

Kailua Kona Kindness

Great location with included parking right in the middle of restaurants, shops, and beachfront. Owner very responsive to all requests. Property well stocked for all needs. Would definitely return!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

14 Jan 2024

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

Perfect condo

The condo was perfect! It was clean and comfortable. There was everything you would ever need. The large lanai had a great view - I saw whales every day including a beautiful breach! It was easy access to the main roads to get to anywhere on the island. You could walk to many great restaurants and shops. We would highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

25 Jun 2022

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

A Hai Hou…..

Our 3rd visit in this condo……and once again smiling 😊. Early admission, clean, close to everything downtown and view from lanai, our favorite place in Kona. Mahalo

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

mary

31 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Mary was so accommodating, I really appreciate her thoughtfulness and welcoming home. She was quick to respond when I needed anything. Thank you so much!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blaine M.

12 Sept 2018

I would live here.

Perfect location. Centrally located. Parking garage. Wonderful ocean view. Lovely home. Lots of room. Many accoutrements. A/C. Large comfortable bed. Wal-Mart is about 1/4 mile away. Owners very helpful. Favorite place we stayed in Hawaii by a far sight.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

7 Jan 2023

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

A Hawaiian Gem! Fully stocked!

In the heart of Kailua-Kona! The best part was waking up to the sounds of the ocean waves and ending our evening with the sunset and sounds of music from nearby establishments. The apartment complex is quiet and secured. The hosts have really thought of everything. There was not one item missing from this home. I especially appreciated the array of spices available. It was great to have enough dishes supplied in the house. The house has all the beach gear you need (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkeling equipment for ALL ages, ice chests, water bottles, and even sunscreen!!!) We will definitely stay here again when returning to the island!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

kris c.

6 Jan 2024

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

Kailua-Kona stay

Communication with owner was excellent. She was very accommodating and even allowed us to drop our luggage early so we didn't have to drive around all day with our bags in our car. The place is very well equipped with kitchen goods, beach & snorkel gear, toiletries, etc. You can't beat the location - shops/restaurants/bars/pier/beach all within walking distance. We saw about 40 dolphins from the patio. My only criticism (if you can call it that) is the oversized furniture. Two enormous reclining chairs are in the living area and there is no where to move them if you open the sleep-away & trundle bed. The furniture on the patio is also difficult to get around. We were out most of the day, anyway. I would definitely stay here over a hotel because of all the amenities.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., LA GRANGE

28 Jun 2022

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

Outstanding location, large lanai, clean home

My family of 4 stayed for 3 nights in June, 2022 and we loved the place. My teenage kids slept on the pull-out couch and the murphy bed, which made for a full living room space, but the large size of the lanai more than made up for the restricted space when both beds were pulled out. The secured garage with parking space and elevator up to the floor was an added bonus. We were also really grateful for the closet containing snorkel and beach gear...everything we needed was available. Location of the apartment could not be better--right in the center of Kailua-Kona just off Ali'i drive, with views of the bay and sounds of the town. ABC store across the street. Full kitchen, clean and modern bathroom, and central air conditioning. Communication with Mary was excellent--she helped in several instances prior to and during our stay. If I have the opportunity, I would stay here again without hesitation.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Paul B.

12 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Lots of little amenities you would never realize you needed, made it feel like home. Good walking distance from shops and shore.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina G.

7 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Limited AC, crowded space, lots & lots beach stuff

Pros: owner responsive, location in middle of Kona, multiple copies of everything you need for the beach, lots of fans (they are needed) Cons: Listing says building has central AC. Upon arrival place was 85 and learned building AC hasn’t worked in years. There’s a large floor AC in the bedroom that cooled off that room, living room stayed hot. Listing needs to be corrected. Check-in and check- out instructions were overwhelming. As mentioned in other reviews, lots of furniture in the living room. To use either murphy bed, must move large recliners into hallway. And upon leaving, must put everything back and wash bedding. Summary: If you are a small group, want to be downtown Kona, don’t worry about AC, and spend your time at the beach this may work for you.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Billy

17 Sept 2023

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Briana S.

24 Mar 2023

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

Perfect stay in downtown Kona

We loved this condo! Great views of the ocean & so close to shops, restaurants, & the water! The condo was clean & had most everything you need to enjoy the area! Very quiet & friendly tenants! We had a great trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melvin Thomas B.

27 Aug 2022

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

Fantastic

The Condo very nice and clean, nice view from balcony, shopping centers and restaurants, Ice Cream shop, very close by from Condo! In fact, when you leave your Condo, it's a very short walk to all the shops and restaurants! We highly recommend this Condo and another Condo just across, we stayed there our last night when we returned from Maui. Check it out!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie K., Honolulu

7 Aug 2022

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

Great location and very responsive Host.

The host was very responsive answering our questions during the booking process. The Condo is located on Alii Dr. across the street from the beach, walking distance to shops and restaurants. The unit is clean and well stocked; everything from shampoo and conditioner to a first aid kit. TV has numerous paid channels and WiFi is available. There is secure parking in the basement parking garage and there is an elevator to the unit which is on the 3rd floor. Although there is $165 cleaning fee the check- in instructions notify you that you must strip the bed and wash and dry any excess towels used during your stay (you are allowed 1 towel and 1 washcloth per guest) before checking out. Fortunately the washer and dryer were not working so we did not have to spend the last morning of our stay doing laundry.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

25 Apr 2022

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

great place

comfy, clean

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

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