Aston Kona by the Sea

Aston Kona by the Sea

75-6106 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, Kailua-Kona, United States

4-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.4 / 5

Overview

Aston Kona by the Sea is a 4-star oceanfront property on the Kona coast in Kailua-Kona, set amid forest about 2 miles from downtown. Its public rating is 4.4 from 691 reviews.

Suites

Bright, airy suites with island-influenced furnishings are arranged across two buildings. Units have kitchens, flat-screen TVs, washer/dryers, and balconies with full or partial ocean views.

Amenities & Recreation

The property has a private beach, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and BBQ grills. In-room Wi-Fi is covered by the resort fee.

Location

The hotel is about 10 miles from Kona International Airport. Nearby places include Honl’s Beach (about 1,641 m), La'aloa Beach Park, also known as Magic Sands (about 2,535 m), Hulihe‘e Palace (about 2,998 m), Kailua Pier (about 3,123 m), and Kahalu’u Beach Park (about 4,284 m).

Best for

The suites’ kitchens, living space, balconies, and in-unit washer/dryers make the property a good fit for travelers who want a self-contained stay, including families and longer-stay guests. Oceanfront surroundings, a private beach, pool, and hot tub also suit visitors looking for time by the water while remaining about 2 miles from downtown Kailua-Kona.

Travel tips

Downtown Kailua-Kona is about 2 miles away, and Kona International Airport is about 10 miles away; plan transportation accordingly. For nearby outings, Honl’s Beach is about 1,641 m away, Magic Sands about 2,535 m away, and Kailua Pier about 3,123 m away. One guest found the 4 p.m. check-in time late, so confirm current arrival arrangements with the property if timing is important.

What guests say

Guests praise the spacious suite layouts, including kitchens, separate dining and living areas, balconies, and in-unit laundry. Reviews also highlight ocean views, island-influenced decor, and well-kept grounds; one guest specifically noted regular cleaning of the pool, hot tub, and BBQ area. The oceanfront setting and access to nearby food and downtown are additional positives. One guest considered the reported 4 p.m. check-in time too late.

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