Kona Makai 3-302 Gorgeous top floor unit, spacious condo! Recently updated!
Apartment in Holualoa, HI
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this apartment rental
Kona Makai 3-302 is a top floor, spacious condo with a great ocean view, two lanais and a loft! Essentially a 2 bedroom for the price of 1!
The Kona Makai is a beautiful, sunny, highly sought after Ocean Front Complex located on famous Alii Drive just 1.3 miles from Kailua Village. The Kona Makai features and includes lush tropical gardens, heated ocean front pool and spa, sunny lounge area, 2 work out rooms, eating area w/ gas BBQ’s, tennis courts, covered parking, free wireless internet, cable TV and is gated during the night for security. This is a top floor unit with a loft and high open beam ceilings. It has both front and back covered lanais with full sliding glass doors equipped with screens. The owners have thought of every possible amenity to accommodate your every need.
TAT TAX ID: TA-009-255-1680-01
STVR#19-376656
**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management in addition to purchasing a Damage Protection Plan or providing a Security Deposit if they stay at this property. Inquire within for specific details**
**All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change.**
* Starting July 22nd Kona Makai will be starting the exterior painting project on Building 4.
Currently they are estimating between 1.5 - 2 Months to complete each building for this work.
Their current order for the painting of the buildings mentioned below with the possible affected dates.
Building 4 7/22 - 9-22
Building 5 9/22 - 11/22
Building 3 11/22 - 1/22
The painting and spalling contractor has agreed to take a break from work for Ironman and the Christmas holidays. Work will stop from October 21st-29th for Ironman. Work will stop from December 23rd- January 3rd for the Holidays
All dates are subject to change and Knutson & Associates has no say or control in if dates are changed. Dates are given by the complex's hired painting vendor.
The mentioned work will be affecting access to units at possible given times between the work being done on the building. Kona Makai will be sending notices of more specific dates that access will be affected between work hours. We unfortunately cannot provide any given dates for this. Other areas such as lanai access will be affected during times as well. Furthermore the AC will also not be allowed during specific times/dates when the work is going on.
Noise and obstructed views are also to be expected between the dates mentioned.
Spalling repairs are to commence at Kona Makai on Building 1, 2, & 3. The scheduled dates for this are September. Their is currently no completion time for this project.*
The Kona Makai is a beautiful, sunny, highly sought after Ocean Front Complex located on famous Alii Drive just 1.3 miles from Kailua Village. The Kona Makai features and includes lush tropical gardens, heated ocean front pool and spa, sunny lounge area, 2 work out rooms, eating area w/ gas BBQ’s, tennis courts, covered parking, free wireless internet, cable TV and is gated during the night for security. This is a top floor unit with a loft and high open beam ceilings. It has both front and back covered lanais with full sliding glass doors equipped with screens. The owners have thought of every possible amenity to accommodate your every need.
TAT TAX ID: TA-009-255-1680-01
STVR#19-376656
**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management in addition to purchasing a Damage Protection Plan or providing a Security Deposit if they stay at this property. Inquire within for specific details**
**All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change.**
* Starting July 22nd Kona Makai will be starting the exterior painting project on Building 4.
Currently they are estimating between 1.5 - 2 Months to complete each building for this work.
Their current order for the painting of the buildings mentioned below with the possible affected dates.
Building 4 7/22 - 9-22
Building 5 9/22 - 11/22
Building 3 11/22 - 1/22
The painting and spalling contractor has agreed to take a break from work for Ironman and the Christmas holidays. Work will stop from October 21st-29th for Ironman. Work will stop from December 23rd- January 3rd for the Holidays
All dates are subject to change and Knutson & Associates has no say or control in if dates are changed. Dates are given by the complex's hired painting vendor.
The mentioned work will be affecting access to units at possible given times between the work being done on the building. Kona Makai will be sending notices of more specific dates that access will be affected between work hours. We unfortunately cannot provide any given dates for this. Other areas such as lanai access will be affected during times as well. Furthermore the AC will also not be allowed during specific times/dates when the work is going on.
Noise and obstructed views are also to be expected between the dates mentioned.
Spalling repairs are to commence at Kona Makai on Building 1, 2, & 3. The scheduled dates for this are September. Their is currently no completion time for this project.*
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of Holualoa, HI
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This unit is perfect for a family of four. AC in all areas of the condo. The unit is stocked with alll your basic needs for cooking and heading out to the beach for the day.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very pleased with the condo and the service. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking and Knutson & Associates as the property management. They were a pleasure to work with and the condo was Great. Views were good, amenities were good, contact was perfect. Never had I had this kind of great experience.
2.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The apartment was in a good location, however, there were not many other positives. Before our stay I was asked to sign an over the top waiver and the cleaning fee increased despite already being booked and paid for. The condition of the property was poor, it was at least a decade overdue a renovation. The carpet was stained all through the apartment and furniture tired and tatty. The bath filled when showering and took a long time to drain. The safety gate lock on the mezzanine level was broken. It was described as gorgeous on the description but it really was in need of a complete renovation.
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful grounds, nice location, and well maintained condominiums. This property was outdated especially from pictures displayed. I would recommend a unit with a better view. This one had a low table on patio that prohibited a good ocean view. 3 flights of stairs, no elevator made carrying stuff a challenge especially with children. The unit was well stocked with kitchen supplies and equipment. Only one tv in living room. No tvs in bedroom or loft. Unit needs some updating.
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
So close to the ocean and downtown Kona; not far from main roads on island. The home was quiet, clean, and comfortable. If I ever go back to Hawaii, I would rent again!
10.0 / 10.0
Kona Makai is a lovely setting with good amenities for exploring the western side of the island. Helpful management with clear check- in and out instructions and sightseeing and restaurant suggestions. Will gladly come back, fantastic accommodation and location!
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. We were grateful to find an affordable place to stay that accommodated 6 people. We enjoyed being right on the ocean. The property is well taken care of. The unit is a little dated but clean and stocked. We traveled with three children so we prepped them regarding the complex rules and common areas. I have stayed many different places on the BI and this was one of the best! Would stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
My family really enjoyed the stay. The kids had a blast going to the swimming pool after long days visiting the island and seeing the beautiful sunsets
10.0 / 10.0
Second time at this complex. This unit was vastly superior to the one we stayed at last year. Biggest difference was comfort of furniture and a much better equipped kitchen. Kitchen wasn’t gourmet but had an everything needed and in good quantity!
Ample amount of towels too.
I have stayed in probably 15-20 vacation rentals and it was the best kitchen furnishings I have experienced.
The Kona Makai complex is extremely well manicured and cared for.
It is quiet, clean and well furnished with pool/patio furniture and ample parking.
Pool was clean and comfortable temp as was hot tub.
View from the point west of the pool is soooo nice.
Can’t say enough good things about this complex and I felt this particular unit was great value.
Hope to return in the future. Knutson and Associates was property manager for this particular unit and they were great to work with!
10.0 / 10.0
Unit was clean and available on time. Check in was easy. Good location, close to everything, yet not in crowned area. Parking was easy. Would stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
The condo was as advertised, made our week I. Paradise feel like we were at home!
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice property in a great location.
10.0 / 10.0
We had the best time as a family, we did a lot of fun stuff best was snorkeling with the manta rays
10.0 / 10.0
We were very happy with our accommodations. It worked well for our group of five. The sunsets from the deck were breathtaking. We had everything that we needed, and management was very helpful and easy to communicate with.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our rented accommodation was even better than expected. Very comfortable in every way, including beds, fans, air con, sofas, balcony comfort. It had everything we could have needed and the washing machine and tumble dryer were appreciated. Lovely view from the balcony. Well kept grounds which were beautiful with plants and flowers. Pool well maintained and really enjoyable to be in. Would highly recommend.
8.0 / 10.0
The overall facility was beautiful, in a great location, with access to coastal lava and an amazing blow hole. Outdoor grills were excellent. Hot tub and pool and landscaping were amazing.
The apartment, itself, was a little old and janky. The dishwasher racks tended to fall out whenever we opened it because of a missing roller. And the fridge tended to not close fully, so we had to always double check and often reclose it to make sure it remained closed. The knives (as is almost always the case in every VRBO) were dull and not very useful. Several lights and electrical sockets were not functioning. There was cable, but only bare-bones stations available. Nevertheless, there were nice views from both lanais, and it was cozy, comfortable and sufficient for our needs. Plenty of extra towels and linens. Good washing machine. And the loft was super convenient for kids or teens. And the owner was super nice and friendly and helpful.
10.0 / 10.0
We are a family of four, with 2 middle grade kids that don't like to share a bed. This place fit the bill with two twin beds in the loft, and that was perfect for us. It is also conveniently located quite close to many of the Kona coast's tourist attractions, restaurants, etc. The pool is beautiful, and being right next to the ocean is really nice.
Other reviewers have commented on the copious number of rules that this place seems to come with. It is laughable, really, (Do not make a splash when entering the pool?!?) and can certainly be off-putting. We didn't have any trouble, though, even with middle-grade kids who *did* use the pool.
Overall, we had a great time and would certainly consider staying in this place again!
10.0 / 10.0
The unit was the perfect size for our large group. The check-in and check-out instructions were seamless and easy to follow. There are cooking supplies and utensils in the kitchen so you can cook while you're there. The location is great and secure, the pool was nice, and the property manager was responsive to questions.
10.0 / 10.0
Gorgeous grounds, lovely condo fit the 6 of us well. Proximity to Kona was perfect, lived way hung the sunsets right by the pool over the lava rocks. Just magical.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This unit was perfect for our family of 4. Our kids, 12 and 14, loved the loft. The ladder is very steep so not suitable for young children. We enjoyed eating breakfast and dinner on the lanai. You can see the ocean when standing and sitting in one spot. If they had a higher table, bar height, the view would be better. We watched the sunset every night from the hot tub and pool, sometimes having the whole pool to ourselves. This condo is more suited for older children as kids under 14 are not allowed in the hot tub and strict rules for playing and splashing in the pool. We enjoyed not having a lot of young children around, very quiet and peaceful. The condo is in a great location to drive either north or south. You do need to drive at least 20-40 minutes to get to the nice white sand beaches. We didn't mind though, we drove around the entire island. Kona is close and you could walk, but we always drove as it was too hot to walk along the road. There wasn't much for beach supplies, no chairs or proper cooler, but we made do with what we had. Kitchen was well stock with everything you need. Family also enjoyed playing ping pong and tennis. The property management company was great to deal with, very responsive. We would totally stay here again!
6.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Condo was as expected, and the location is beautiful. The property managers were proactive and quickly solved any issues at hand. Sunsets from the waterfront were a trip highlight. The only downside was the negative tone at Kona Makai set by 15 signs at the pool starting with “No”, long lists of “No” including pickleball on the mostly empty tennis courts, and long term residents calling management for every perceived infraction, like a towel hung on the rail of the lanai.
8.0 / 10.0
Complex is a great location with water front pool and bbq and common area. Unit itself is older decor/carpeting. 3 AC units was a bonus, plus the fans made for comfortable conditions. Not many “extras” provided but we left a few token items for the beach and unit to get the next group started.
Lovely view and two lanais made for wonderful time inside and out.
The complex has strict rules about the pool they enforce, so keep an eye on your kids and make sure they can follow the rules (no jumping/diving in,no hot tub for kids). The lights on the bushes and trees during Christmas were a wonderful touch.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This condo was a great place for us. It has much more of a down home feel than the newer resorts. Though the lay out was better than the more expensive places too. We loved grilling by the pool, which is also right by the ocean, watching dolphins from our patio, and the frequent sightings of geckos both outside and in!
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our stay at Kona-Makai.
There were a couple of things missing at check in but the property manager was super quick to assist and make everything perfect for our stay. The loft space isn't ideal if you have younger kids as there is only a ladder up and it's really high (even as an adult I only went up once and chose to sleep on the full out sofa). Kitchen ans laundry facilities in room are great and we loved the lanai front and back to enjoy meals. We will be back for sure!
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay here. The property is right on the water. Nice place to watch the sunset and the other occupants/tenants were friendly. The pool and jacuzzi were delightful. A few things I wish I knew before renting here. There's no coffee, you have to buy your own and there IS a hair dryer. The bathroom could definitely use some updating but that in no way affected our stay. I'm sure that sort of thing is important to some, but we just loved it and it was perfect for us.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I enjoyed my time in Hawaii and was pleased with the property that we rented. I loved the pool. The view of the sunset by the pool area was amazing!
10.0 / 10.0
Just like home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The place itself was nice and clean. It was perfect for our family off five. The location is not to far from the KONA shopping area, and you could walk there if you wanted.We loved our house gecko, the kids named him „George“. If you have to call the office, the people working there are a bit on the unfriendly side. Blake on the other hand was very friendly and helpful.
10.0 / 10.0
Great views
We love Kona Makai condos. Right on the ocean, close to town. This condo was great for what we needed. Only couple little complaints. The refrigerator ice maker didn't work. Ok, but provide some ice cube trays. Also blender didn't work; lots of lovely wine glasses, but no wine bottle opener; nice coffee maker, how about provide some filters; also some other basics like foil would be nice. Since we were there for 5 days, really didn't want to buy all those items
10.0 / 10.0
Great Place!
Very convenient location to Kona. We enjoyed the views and the pool. The condo was clean and the perfect amount of space. We would stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
Great for our purposes
We largely enjoyed our stay at this property, and found most of what we needed (a corkscrew would’ve been helpful) already available in this relatively spacious and comfortable condo. A warning to anyone without teens: the loft is accessed by a very steep ladder (which our kids LOVED). Our sole complaint was cleanliness: the shower wall appeared to be growing a very dark mold in the tile seams, and the ceiling fan and high beams above the master bed were caked with dust bunnies, having apparently never been cleaned (making it disconcerting to sleep under). Otherwise the property itself was fairly ideal, parking was easy to find, and the residents were quiet and friendly.
10.0 / 10.0
This unit at Kona Makai was great!
Besides the ladder to get to the loft for the kids (other units we’ve stayed in have staircases to get to the loft) the room was perfect. There were chairs and an umbrella and snorkel gear (no fins) available for use as well. The ice machine didn’t work which was a bummer so we had to buy ice. But in the end not a big deal. We love Kona Makai and this unit was great!
10.0 / 10.0
Very pleasant stay
Pros- great location, friendly tenants, beautiful grounds, lots of amenities, easy to communicate with the rental company
Cons- none worth noting; we're in Hawaii right on the beach, how could it be bad?!
10.0 / 10.0
Comfortable Oasis for Family of Five
A nice quiet retreat on the shores of the pacific. We’ll stocked kitchen, great “sunset” outdoor grill area!
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Clean, well equipped. Love the Hawaiian decor and nice view from the lanai for morning coffee or evening cocktails..Pool and BBQ overlooking ocean was awesome.
8.0 / 10.0
Partial ocean view from Lani/Third floor comfortable condo
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice place to stay, comfortable with a very limited view of the ocean from the Lanai, no ice trays or ice-maker. Knutson quickly provided beach towels and missing batteries for TV remote when notified. Easy check-in.
6.0 / 10.0
Nice
The condo was a nice Hawaiian home. Was not as clean as I would have liked but the price was great. Older gym but has what you need. Area is great and as long as you have all of the AC running all day and night you are good to stay cool.
8.0 / 10.0
First Stay in Kona
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great condo development. The grounds are amazing. The unit and the appliances are dated but clean. I visited other units in the same complex that were updated and much nicer, so I guess it depends on the relative price difference. The TV did not work. One of the two air conditioners did not work but the management company has a portable air conditioner installed as a temporary replacement which worked well. However, the portable used a lot of the limited countertop space. If you have children, I noticed the hot tub was limited to those over 12. It is a 1.5-mile easy walk to downtown Kona.
4.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:The property manager was more than helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:Great condo development. The grounds are amazing. The unit and the appliances are dated but clean. I visited other units in the same complex that were updated and much nicer, so I guess it depends on the relative price difference. The TV did not work. One of the two air conditioners did not work but the management company has a portable air conditioner installed as a temporary replacement which worked well. However, the portable used a lot of the limited countertop space. If you have children, I noticed the hot tub was limited to those over 12. It is a 1.5-mile easy walk to downtown Kona.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing rental!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This rental was the perfect location, and had an amazing pool! The kitchen was FULLY stocked, as well as the linen closet. We had a couple of issues during our stay, but the management team bent over backwards to make things right. The unit was very clean and the king size bed was delightful! Would definitely recommend this unit to everyone!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Holualoa?
The average price for a rental in Holualoa is $430 per night. This rental is $60 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kona Makai 3-302 Gorgeous top floor unit, spacious condo! Recently updated!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Kona Makai 3-302 Gorgeous top floor unit, spacious condo! Recently updated!. Enjoy the water!
Is Kona Makai 3-302 Gorgeous top floor unit, spacious condo! Recently updated! pet friendly?
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What amenities are available at Kona Makai 3-302 Gorgeous top floor unit, spacious condo! Recently updated!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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