Choose a Big Island hotel, condo, resort, or Bed and Breakfast with less frustation. I’ve listed a few (39!) here.
A detailed map is the only way to organize so many Kona coast properties.
Blue dots are places to stay
Purple stars are things to see
The purple rectangle near the top is downtown Kailua-Kona
Hover your cursor over a blue spot to see the hotel name or a purple star to see a place name.
Click on a blue spot to jump down the page to a detailed description of the property.
Or scan down the alphabetical listing of Big Island accommodations until you find one with the appropriate price, location, amenities and a good rating.
Match the number preceding the listing with the number in the blue circle to find your favorite hotel on the map.
A few tips on choosing your Big Island hotel:
Choose fewer $ and more + for a cheaper Big Island hotel with a higher rating. Click here for details.
Get closer to the action (nightlife) and also to nighttime noise by staying in a downtown Big Island hotel.
Swim in the ocean or snorkel everyday when you choose accommodations near Kahalu’u Beach Park, White Sands Beach Park, or the pocket beach in front of King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel. White Sands Beach disappears in winter so plan accordingly
Save money on meals if you are willing to cook while on vacation! Even if you grab breakfast and pack sandwiches for lunch, you’ll save a ton. Remember to pack your soft-sided cooler!
Stay cool with air conditioning. You’ll probably want air conditioning unless you are on the ocean with windows facing the water to catch the ocean breeze.
Avoid the expense of renting a car by staying within walking distance of downtown or rent a scooter.
Play golf while you’re here by staying near a golf course or renting a car.
See the volcano. Kilauea is about a 2.5 hour drive and yes you will need to rent a car!
I hope you find this Big Island Hotel listing helpful...
Name: 1. Alii Villas
Price: $
Location: ~1 mile south of downtown Kailua-Kona
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 125 units with washer/dryer, air conditioning (some), barbeque, and pool. There are one bedroom/one bath units (~ 600 sq. ft.) and two bedroom/two bath units(~1050 sq. ft.) No swimming beach. 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-367-5168) or(808-329-6438) 75-6016 Alii Drive
Rating: ++
Name: 2. Banyan Tree
Price: $$
Location: ~1 mile north of White Sands Beach
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 20 units two bedroom/two bath units (~1000 sq. ft.) with air conditioning (some), washer/dryer, pool, spa, barbeque, and elevator. All units are ocean front but this place is near a surf spot. Some reviews report surfers and other colorful characters hanging around near this Big Island hotel making some guests uncomfortable. There is a 3-night minimum.
Contact info: (800-622-5348) or (808-329-3333) 76-6268 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++
Name: 3. Casa de Emdeko
Price: <$-$
Location: ~2 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona, on rocky coast ~1.5 miles to nearest safe swimming beach
Type: Modern Condominiums
Description: There are 85 rooms in a tropical landscape at the edge of the Ocean with kitchens, cable TV (some), , lanai (garden or ocean view) barbeque, 2 pools (1 saltwater), central a/c, elevator, washer/dryer (some the rest use coin-op laundry). There are one bedroom/one bath units (~700-900 sq. ft.) and two bedroom/two bath units (~1,200 sq. ft.). There is a 3-night minimum.
Contact info: (888-311-6020) or (808-329-6020) 75-6082 Alii Dr., 96740
Rating: +++++
Name: 4. Castle Kona Bali Kai
Price: $$-$$$$
Location: On Holualoa Bay, 3 miles south of Kailua-Kona & 15 miles from Kona Int'l Airport.
Type: Oceanfront Condominium Complex
Description: There are 155 rooms with a pool, small spa, washer/dryer (in oceanfront units only others use coin-op laundry), Barbeque, and elevators. Note that some units are Oceanside and some are across Alii Drive away from the ocean. There are studios, one bedroom/two bath units (~800 sq. ft.), and three bedroom/two bath units (~1,000 sq. ft.). Property Network also has units here (800-622-5348 or 808- 329-3333). Castle has the most, but they can be more expensive.
Contact info: (800-367-5004) or (808-329-9381) 76-6246 Alii Dr.
Rating: +++
Name: 5. Country Club Villas
Price: $-$$
Location: About 5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona with many units right on the golf course and views of the ocean in the distance from the large lanais.
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 126 units with air conditioning (some), washer/dryer, 3 pools, 2 tennis courts, and barbeques. Note that first floor units have stairs that go down and second floor units have no stairs. There are two bedroom/two bath units (~1,000 sq. ft.) and three bedroom/two bath units (~1,500 sq. ft., the third bedroom is a loft). There is a 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-745-5662) or (808-326-9075) 78-6920 Alii Dr.
Rating: None at this time.
Name: 6. Hale Kona Kai
Price: $
Location: On the ocean just south of downtown Kailua-Kona. You can walk to town and a white sand beach.
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 25 Full One Bedroom Units with private lanai, air conditioning, full kitchens, baths and separate bedrooms, pool in front of the ocean, and an elevator. The one bedroom/one bath units are about 650-700 sq. ft. There is a 3- or 5-night minimum stay required .
Contact info: (800-421-3696) or (808-329-2155) 75-5870 Kahakai Rd., Kailua-Kona 96740
Rating: +++++
Name: 7. Hale Hualalai
Price: $
Location: Near the artists’ town of Holualoa
Type: Bed & Breakfast
Description: 4 suites with hot tubs, private lanai, hardwood floors and wood beams, refrigerator. There is no air conditioning, no phone, no elevator, and no credit cards accepted. The owner is a professional chef so the breakfast is awesome!
Location: About 2 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona on the ocean with a tiny pocket beach
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 6 units with washer/dryer, pool, and paddle tennis court. Two bedroom/two bath units are ~1,000 sq. ft.).
Contact info: (888-311-6020) or (808-329-6020) 76-6194 Alii Dr.
Rating: none at this time
Name: 9. Holualoa Inn
Price: $-$$
Location: About 4 miles above Kailua Bay in Upcountry just steps away from the artist community of Holualoa.
Type: Bed & Breakfast
Description: Six large rooms, in a home on an Upcountry orchard estate. There is a extravagant breakfast, a pool, gazebos and a telescope on the rooftop, but no air conditioning, no TV, no elevator, and no kids under 13. Credit cards are accepted.
Contact info: (808-324-1121) or (800-392-1812) 76-5932 Mamalahoa Hwy, Box 222, Holualoa, HI 96725
Rating: ++++
Name: 10. Kahalu’u Bay Villas
Price: $
Location: 1 block (5-minute) walk from Kahalu'u Beach Park for swimming and snorkeling beach but there is sleazy traffic all night long
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 15 units, washer/dryer, no air conditioning, pool, barbeque, and elevators. One bedroom/one bath units are ~800 sq. ft. and two bedroom/two bath units are ~1,500 sq. ft. There is a 3-night minimum.
Contact info: (800-367-5168) or (808-329-6438)78-6715 Alii Dr. (it is actually on Makalea St. a ways off Alii Dr.)
Rating: +++
Name: 11. Keauhou Akahi
Price: $
Location: on the Kona Country Club One block from Keauhou Bay and minutes from Kahalu’u Beach and one block south of the Keauhou Shopping Center with a full-service grocery, Longs Drugstore, restaurants, post office, six-screen movie theater, Hawaiian art gallery, and more.
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 48 units with washer/dryer, pool, and barbeque. Quiet, small and tidy. One bedroom/two bath units are ~750 sq. ft. Some advertise a two bedroom/two bath unit but it’s the same size as the One bedroom/two bath unit but an alcove is converted to a second bedroom. There is a 3- or 4-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-799-5662) or (808-322-6696) 78-7030 Alii Dr.
Rating: None at this time
Name: 12. Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club
Price: $$-$$$
Location: About 5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona, about ¼ mile from Kahalu’u Beach for swimming and snorkeling
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 188 units with washer/dryer, 3 lighted tennis courts (tennis pro), barbeque, and pool. There are several interesting archaeological sites on the grounds. There are two bedroom/two bath units (~1,200 sq. ft.) and three bedroom/two bath units (~1,300 sq. ft.). All units are non-smoking. There is a 3- or 4-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-799-5662) or (808-322-6696)78-6800 Alii Dr. Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740
Rating: +++++
Name: 13. Keauhou Palena
Price: $
Location: About 5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona, right on the golf course
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 56 units with washer/dryer, pool, and barbeque. These may be overpriced for the quality. One bedroom/one bath units are about 750 sq. ft. There is a 4-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-799-5662) or (808-322-6696)78-7054 Kamehameha III Rd.
Rating: none at this time
Name: 14. Keauhou Resort
Price: $
Location: situated on 5 garden acres, 1/4 mile from Keauhou Bay on Keauhou-Kona Golf Course.
Type: Basic Condominium Resort
Description: There are 48 units with washer/dryer, 2 pools (one shallower for kids). One bedroom/one bath units are about 600-1000 sq. ft. and two bedroom/two bath units are around 1,000 sq. ft. There is a 5-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-367-5168) or (808-329-6438)78-7039 Kamehameha III Rd.
Rating>: ++++
Name: 15. King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel
Price: $-$$
Location: On the small Kamakahonu white sand beach next to the Kailua Pier (calm bay for swimming) located in heart of Kailua-Kona, 9 miles from Keahole Airport (free transfer).
Type: Big Island Resort Hotel
Description: 455 rooms, refrigerators, coffee maker, in-room safe, 2 restaurants, coin-op laundry, bar, tennis courts, 10 conference rooms, business center, dial up internet, 10 shops, pool and spa, luau and parking ($9). Built in the mid '70s, it’s due for an update. The beautiful grounds include the 'Ahu'ena Heiau that King Kamehameha I reconstructed in the early 1800s. The lobby is laid out like a mall. I found a rash guard here. Even if you aren’t staying here the shops are worth a look. We always go in October around the Ironman Triathlon so there haven’t been any rooms available. It turns out that most of the athletes and camera crews stay here.
Contact info: (800-367-6060) or (808-329-2911)75-5660 Palani Rd. , Kailua-Kona 96740
Rating: ++
Name: 16. Kona Alii
Price: $
Location: In downtown Kailua-Kona across Alii Dr. from a rocky coast, about a half mile from white sand beach next to the Kailua Pier (calm bay for swimming)
Type:
Description: This 7-floor building has 70 units with washer/dryer, air conditioning (in some but in the bedroom only), pool, and elevator. To reduce traffic noise stay on the 4th floor or above. There are no tropical grounds but the price and location are right. One bedroom/two bath units are ~800 sq. ft. and the two bedrooms/two bath unitsare ~1,000 sq. ft.
Contact info: (800-358-7977) or (808-329-7977)75-5782 Kuakini Hwy.
Rating: none at this time
Name: 17. Kona by the Sea
Price: $$-$$$$ (search for a package deal or discount since the rack rates are a bit high)
Location: about 1.5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona on a private beach cove
Type: Resort-style Condominiums
Description: There are 86 units with central air conditioning, washer/dryer, in room safe, oceanfront saltwater pool and spa, daily maid service, and elevators. There is a 100-yard trail between the Kona Isle and the Kona by the Sea that leads to an oceanfront saltwater public pool. It’s a safe place to swim but can get a little green and yucky if the waves haven’t freshen up the water recently. One bedroom/two bath units are ~1,000 sq. ft. and two bedroom/two bath units are ~1,500 sq. ft.
Contact info: (800-922-7866) or (808-327-2300)75-6106 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++
Name: 18. Kona Coast Resort
Price: $-$$
Location: ~5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona and about ¼ mile south of Kahalu’u Beach for swimming and snorkeling.
Type: Resort
Description: There are 323 units with washer/dryer, air conditioning (some), tennis court, barbeque, 2 pools, 3 spas, and pool-side restaurant. These condos are large and also called Keauhou Gardens. The one bedroom/one bath units are about 1,000 sq. ft. and the two bedroom/two bath units are about 1,500 sq. ft. There is a 3- or 4-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-745-5662) or (808-326-9075) for one bedroom/one bath units only; (800-799-5662) or (808-322-6696) for two bedroom/two bath units only78-6842 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++
Name: 19. Kona Islander Inn
Price: <$
Location: In downtown Kailua-Kona across Alii Dr. from the ocean, about a half mile from white sand beach next to the Kailua Pier (calm bay for swimming)
Type: Condominiums designed more like a Big Island hotel than a condo (no full kitchen) but individually owned like a condo
Description: There are 140 units with microwave, coffee maker, small refrigerator, air conditioning, pool and spa, and barbeque. One bedroom/one bath units are about 400 sq. ft.
Contact info: (800-622-5348) or (808-329-3333) for onsite rental agent75-5776 Kuakini Hwy
Rating: +++
Name: 20. Kona Isle
Price: $
Location: On the ocean about 1.5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona and about 1.5 north of White Sands beach or 2.5 miles north of Kahalu’u Beach for good swimming and snorkeling
Type:
Description: There are 76 units with washer/dryer, air conditioning (in some), pool, and barbeque. There is a 100-yard trail between the Kona Isle and the Kona by the Sea that leads to an oceanfront saltwater public pool. It’s a safe place to swim but can get green and yucky if the waves haven’t freshen up the water recently. There are one bedroom/one bath units (~600 sq. ft.). There is a 1-week minimum stay.
Contact info: (888-311-6020) or (808-329-6020)75-6100 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++
Name: 21. Kona Magic Sands
Price: <$-$
Location: About 3.5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona next to White Sands Beach (sand washes away in winter)
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 37 studio units with kitchenette (~450 sq. ft.), air conditioning (in some), pool, barbeque, restaurant, bar but no elevator. These units are individually owned and vary a lot so ask for a remodeled unit with an extra large lanai and good view of the ocean. There is a 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-622-5348) or (808-329-3333)77-6452 Alii Dr., Kailua-Kona 96740
Rating: +++
Name: 22. Kona Makai
Price: $-$$$
Location: 2 mi south of Kailua-Kona on the ocean
Type: Modern condominiums
Description: There are 102 units with washer/dryer, air conditioning, pool and spa, 2 tennis counts, and barbeque. If you want to get close to the ocean you’ll need to book a unit in building 1 or 6 and end units are better. One bedroom/one bath units are about 700 sq. ft. two bedroom/two bath units are about 1,100 sq. ft. There is a 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-358-7977) or (808-329-7977)75-6026 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++
Name: 23. Kona Nalu
Price: $$
Location: About 2 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona, about 1 mile north of White Sands beach or about 2 miles north of Kahalu’u beach.
Type: Condiminiums
Description: This 3-story oceanfront building contains 15 2 bedroom/2 bath condos (~2,000 sq. ft.) with central a/c, elevator, washer/dryer, barbeque, and a small pool. Every unit has a wonderful ocean view from the master bedroom and from the very large lanai (300 sq. ft.). There is a 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-367-5168) or (808-329-6438)76-6212 Alii Dr.
Rating: none at this time
Name: 24. Kona Pacific (near intersection of Walua and Kuakini)
Price: <$-$
Location: Within walking distance of downtown Kailua-Kona shops and restaurants
Type: Condominium
Description: There are 80 units with full kitchen, pool, barbeque and an elevator. Most units have an ocean view from the lanai. There is also an ocean view from the pool. This was once a Big Island hotel so the one bedroom units are the size of two hotel rooms and usually have two bathrooms. They are individually owned and not all owners accept all credit cards.
Contact info: (808-329-6140) 75-5865 Walua Rd.
Rating: +++
Name: 25. Kona Reef
Price: $$$-$$$$
Location: Just south of downtown Kailua-Kona, about 2.5 miles north of White Sands beach and about 3.5 miles north of Kahalu’u beach.
Description: There are 130 units with washer/dryer, air conditioning (but not in bedroom), pool, spa, elevator, and barbeques. You need to be careful choosing and building here. Some are quite near Alii drive and the noise. I’ve read that Buildings A and D are reasonable quiet. One bedroom/one bath units are about 650 sq. ft. and the two bedroom/two bath units are about 1,000 sq. ft. Look for discounts sinde the rack rates are high. There is a 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-367-5004) or (808-329-2959)75-5888 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++
Name: 26. Kona Seaside Hotel
Price: $
Location: In heart of Kailua-Kona on historic ocean street, near the Palace Museum, near the small Kamakahonu white sand beach next to the Kailua Pier (calm bay for swimming), 9 miles from Keahole Airport
Type: Five-story Big Island Hotel
Description:. There are 218 rooms with a refrigerator (some with kitchenettes), 2 pools, coin-operated laundry. Standard rooms in the oldest building are $118. Rooms increase to $130, with for $150. This is another place that offers a number of discounts so try to avoid the rack rate.
Contact info: (800-367-7000) or (808-329-2455)75-5646 Palani Rd.
Rating: +++
Name: 27. Kona Seaspray
Price: $
Location: Almost across the street from Kahalu'u Beach Park. It's next to a dryland jungle, expect a few bugs.
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 12 units with a pool, spa, and barbeque. There is a 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (808-322-2403)78-6665 Alii Dr.
Rating: +++
Name: 28. Kona Tiki Hotel
Price: <$
Location: About 1 mile south of Kailua-Kona on the ocean, about 2 miles north of White Sands beach and about 3 miles north of Kahalu’u beach.
Type: Big Island hotel
Description: There are 15 non-smoking rooms with a refrigerator, a lanai next to the ocean, a pool right at the edge of the ocean, and a free continental breakfast. There is no air conditioning, no phone, no TV, no elevator, and no credit cards accepted (cash or traveler’s checks only). They charge per couple with an extra $6.70 per child. This is an inexpensive no-frills Big Island hotel. There is a 3- to 7-night minimum required.
Contact info: (808) 329-142575-5968 Alii Dr., Kailua-Kona 96745
Rating: ++++
Name: 29. Manago Hotel
Price: <$
Location: Ten miles south of Kailua-Kona in Captain Cook on Hwy 11.
Type: Big Island hotel
Description: There are 64 rooms, 42 have a bathroom, no air conditioning, no TV (except in the lobby), no elevator, and no laundry facilities. There is an excellent restaurant (closed Mondays) and a bar. Upper floors have good views.
Location: Several miles above (uphill) Kailua-Kona
Type: Bed & Breakfast
Description: There are 6 rooms with private entrance, VCR, wet bar, lanai, and ocean views. They don’t allow kids under 13 and there is no elevator but Mastercard and Visa are accepted. Breakfast is served in the individual guest rooms as opposed to a main dining area.
Contact info: (808-325-3132) or (866-325-3132) 73-1530 Uanani Pl., Kailua-Kona 96740.
Rating: +++++
Name: 31. Outrigger Kanaloa at Kona
Price: $-$$$
Location: At the point of Heeia Bay, bordered by Keauhou-Kona Country Club and the ocean. About a mile south of Kahalu’u beach or about 2 miles south of White Sands beach
Type: 37 building Condominium Villa Complex
Description: There are 166 units with air conditioning ($15 per day), in room safes, washer/dryer, barbeque, 3 lighted tennis courts, 3 pools, and a restaurant (Bar and Grill at Kanaloa). There are one bedroom/two bath units (~1,300 sq. ft.) two bedroom/two bathroom units (~1,600 sq. ft.), and three bedroom/two bath units (~1,800 sq. ft.). There is a 2- or 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-688-7444) or (808-322-9625)78-261 Manukai St., Kailua-Kona 96740
Rating: +++++
Name: 32. Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort
Price: $$-$$$ (only $ with their “best value rates”)
Location: About 4.5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona rght next to Kahalu’u beach park (walk off hotel property onto the beach)
Type: Big Island hotel resort
Description: There are 309 hotel rooms (420 sq. ft.) with refrigerator, coffee maker, Nintendo, coin-operated laundry room, pool (and children’s pool), spa, fitness room, 6 tennis courts (2 lighted), 2 restaurants, and 3 shops. You can walk off the property of this completely remodeled 1970 Big Island hotel onto Kahalu'u Beach on one side or a tide-pool on another. Many of the rooms have nice views. The oceanfront rooms are actually out over the ocean. You can look down into the water to see brightly colored fish, turtles and perhaps even eels swimming in the shallow tide pool. If you can’t afford the room upgrade you can see the same view from the Verandah Lounge, which is also a great place to enjoy the sunset. Parking is $5 and local calls cost $1.
Contact info: (800-462-6262) or (808-322-3441)78-6740 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++ This is where we always stay. The prices are reasonable the location is far enough from hoppin’ Kailua-Kona to avoid the noise but a short drive for dinner. It’s also closer to snorkeling at Place of Refuge than the downtown Big Island hotels. We go for a partial ocean view room with their “best value rates” an awesome deal. Partial ocean view means to appreciate the ocean view you have to go out onto the lanai. [insert picture] Ask for a room as close to the ocean as possible for the best view.
Name: 33. Outrigger Royal Sea Cliff Resort
Price: $$-$$$$
Location:
Type: Big Island Condominium Resort
Description: Attractive Family- & Tour-oriented Condominium Resort with tropical atrium, overlooking ocean. There are 142 non-smoking units with washer/dryer, air conditioning, in room safe, tennis court, 2 pools (1 saltwater), spa, sauna, Wi-Fi resort wide, daily maid service, outdoor kitchen and barbeques. The resort is run like a Big Island hotel but the units are individually owned and they are pretty big. The floors are stepped such that the units on the upper floor look down on the lanais of the floors beneath them. They have lots of packages available, so you should avoid rack rates. Studios are about 500 sq. ft., one bedroom/one bath units are about 750 sq. ft., and two bedroom/two bath units are about 1,000-1,500 sq. ft.
Contact info: (800-688-744) 4 or (808-329-8021)75-6040 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++
Name: 34. Royal Kahili
Price: $119-$174
Location: About 2.5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona, about 1 mile north of White Sands beach and about 2 miles north of Kahalu’u beach.
Type: Condominium
Description: This four-story building has 32 2 bedroom/2 bath Big Island Condo units (~1000 sq. ft.) with air conditioning, washer/dryer, pool, elevator, and barbeque. It is across the street from the ocean but there isn’t a good view of it from here. The closest supermarket is KTA in Keauhou, about two miles away.
Contact info: (800-358-7977) or (808-329-7977)78-6283 Alii Dr.
Rating: none at this time
Name: 35. Royal Kona Resort
Price: $$-$$$$ (book online to save a lot!)
Location: Within walking distance of downtown Kailua-Kona and across from shops and restaurants
Type: Oceanfront Big Island Resort hotel
Description: There are 436 rooms (350 sq. ft.) with coffee makers, 4 tennis courts (3 lighted), pool (and a children’s pool), coin-operated laundry, Wi-Fi in lobby, business center, hair salon, luau, and no beach but there is a saltwater lagoon to swim in. Rates are cheaper if you book a package through Pleasant Holidays tour operator since they own the place. Parking is $10 a day and $1 for a local call.
Contact info: (800-222-5642) or (808-329-3111)75-5852 Alii Dr., Kailua-Kona 96740
Rating: +++ The resort needs refurbishment, which looks like it is in progress. The location is great. It on the ocean and you can walk to anything in Kailua-Kona from here.
Name: 36. Sea Village
Price: $
Location: On the ocean about 1 mile south of downtown Kailua-Kona, about 2 miles north of White Sands Beach, about 3 miles north of Kahalu’u beach, 10 miles from airport.
Type: Low-rise Oceanfront Condo Apts.
Description: There are 135 units with washer/dryer, air conditioning in a few (ask for one), private lanai, tennis court, pool, spa, and barbeque. This is in a quiet area on nicely kept grounds. One bedroom/one bath units are about 800 sq. ft. and two bedroom/two bath units are about 1,000 sq. ft. There is a 3-night minimum stay requirement.
Contact info: (800-367-5168) or (808-329-6438)75-6002 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++++
Name: 37. Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort
Price: $$$-$$$$
Location: On the ocean about 6.5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona, about 2 miles south of Kahalu’u beach, about 3 miles south of White Sands Beach but no swimming beach
Type: Resort
Description: Newly renovated in 2005, there are 521 rooms (450 sq. ft.), 10 are suites (~1,000-3,000 sq. ft.). All rooms are non-smoking and have a refrigerator, coffee maker, free in room safe, Nintendo, room service, an amazing pool with slides and waterfalls, 2 spas, 2 lighted tennis courts, fitness room (with amazing ocean view), valet parking ($11), 2 restaurants (kids meal free with a paying adult at the Kai restaurant), a bar, shops, conference rooms, business center, Wi-Fi throughout resort ($10), coin-operated laundry room, chapel (they do weddings), and they have a child care program. Your kids will enjoy foosball, PlayStation, basketball, ping pong, widescreen Movie Theater, craft room and more for $60 for a full day (includes lunch). Believe it or not they teach scuba in their pool to kids as young as 5! All that’s need to make this place perfect a swimming beach!
Contact info: (888-488-3535) or (808-930-4900)78-128 Ehukai St.
Rating: +++
Name: 38. Uncle Billy’s Kona Bay Hotel
Price: $ (for $30 extra, you get a rental car)
Location: Across from Kailua Bay in downtown Kailua-Kona
Type: Big Island Hotel
Description: This family-owned 4-story Big Island hotel has 146 rooms (400 sq. ft.) with a refrigerator, coin-operated laundry room, pool and children’s pool.
Contact info: (800-367-5102) or (808-329-1393)75-5739 Alii Dr.
Rating: ++ I’ve read that it’s time to renovate Uncle Billy’s and there are plans to do so. Some folks have found that the rooms could be a bit cleaner while others had no complaints. The rental car and room packages are a big draw. There is a sister property across the street called the Kona Inn. Folks recommend against staying there.
Name: 39. White Sands Village
Price: $
Location: Across the street from White Sands Beach, about 3.5 miles south of downtown Kailua-Kona, about 1 mile north of Kahalu’u Beach Park, 12 miles from the airport
Type: Condominiums
Description: There are 108 two-bedroom/two bath units (~900-1,000 sq. ft.) with central air conditioning, washer/dryer, 2 tennis courts, pool and spa, elevator, and barbeque. Smallish 2/2 units are mostly adequate. There is a 3-night minimum stay required.
Contact info: (800-622-5348) or (808329-3333)77-6469 Alii Dr.
