Kona Reef, A Raintree Vacation Club Resort
Guest rating: 4.2 / 5
Overview
Kona Reef is a condo-style vacation property in Hawaii, with 24 individually furnished and decorated accommodations. It is smoke-free and has an outdoor pool, hot tub, garden, and concierge services.
Accommodations
Units include air conditioning, a full kitchen with a refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave, plus a separate dining area. A washer/dryer, coffee and tea maker, iron and ironing board, and bathroom with a bathtub or shower are also provided. Rooms have cable TV, a DVD player, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a balcony or patio; housekeeping is not available.
Amenities & Services
Guests have access to free self-parking, free Wi-Fi, an elevator, laundry facilities, and an outdoor grill, as well as the pool and hot tub. The property also offers tour and ticket assistance.
Location & Dining
The property is near Ali'i Drive, with a bus station listed 120 meters away and several restaurants within walking distance. Huggo's is 466 meters away, Don's Mai Tai Bar & Restaurant is 383 meters away, and Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar is 879 meters away. Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is about 13.6 kilometers away.
Best for
Kona Reef suits travelers who want condo-style space and the convenience of preparing meals or doing laundry, with a full kitchen and washer/dryer in each accommodation. It is also a good fit for guests who value a pool and hot tub and want nearby restaurants along Ali'i Drive within walking distance.
Travel tips
The listed bus station at Ali'i Drive Honl's Beach is 120 meters away; check local service and routes before relying on it for island travel. Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is about 13.6 kilometers away, and restaurants including Huggo's and Don's Mai Tai Bar & Restaurant are within roughly 500 meters. Housekeeping is not available, so plan for a self-catering, self-service stay.
What guests say
The guest comments praise the location, including easy walks to town restaurants and shops, and mention enjoying sunset views from an ocean-facing unit. Guests also describe friendly staff, easy late check-in, good value, and a pool that was often quiet; one review noted beach chairs and pool noodles were available. The less positive details include rust on a refrigerator and debris on a pull-out bed in one stay. One guest noticed construction elsewhere in the complex but said it did not disrupt their visit.
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