Alii Villas 230 Direct view into Kailua Bay
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Setting
Alii Villas 230 is a second-story condo on the Kailua Bay side of the oceanfront Alii Villas complex in Kona. The unit looks out over the ocean, with oceanfront seating around the complex for sunset viewing and access to the ocean.
The Condo
The condo is described as decorated and fully furnished, with a kitchen, microwave, oven and stove, cable TV, washer, and ironing board. It is smoke-free and does not have air conditioning; guests have mentioned ceiling fans.
Amenities & Recreation
Complex amenities include a solar-heated outdoor pool, community outdoor grill and picnic lanai, and assigned parking; the listing also notes free parking and Wi-Fi. Alii Drive nearby is popular with runners, walkers, and cyclists and is part of the Ironman World Championship course.
Location & Dining
The complex is about 1.5 miles south of Kailua Pier, with downtown Kailua-Kona a short drive north along Alii Drive. Jackie Rey's Kona is about 797 m away, and other nearby choices include Don's Mai Tai Bar & Restaurant at about 1.3 km and Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar at about 1.9 km. Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is about 14.6 km away.
Best for
This condo suits travelers looking for an oceanfront Kona stay with the convenience of a furnished kitchen, washer, free Wi-Fi, and parking. It is also a practical fit for Ironman participants and other active visitors, given the location on Alii Drive and the guest-described access to ocean swimming.
Travel tips
Plan for a second-story unit accessed by a stairwell, and note that there is no air conditioning. The property is about 1.5 miles south of Kailua Pier; the nearest listed airport is Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, about 14.6 km away. Reservations require a digitally signed rental agreement with the property manager to be confirmed.
What guests say
Guests highlight the ocean views and nightly sunsets, along with the condo’s well-equipped kitchen and overall suitability for longer stays. One Ironman guest praised the location for training and found the owner’s local guide useful; another review notes prompt responses to questions. A recurring practical caveat is the lack of air conditioning, although one guest said ceiling fans were sufficient. One guest also flagged that the king bed used two twin mattresses joined together.
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