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Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kailua Kona, HI
  • Place, Magic Sands Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kailua-Kona Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kahalu'u Beach Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive

Located right on the water, Makana Kai, gift of the sea, has been family-owned for more than 40 years and retains the feeling of visiting a beloved and well-furnished home. The house has been renovated with a new kitchen, appliances, beds, fans, furnishings, and a rebuilt Ipe lanai. The beauty of this house is its spectacular location at the edge where the pacific ocean meets the Kona coast. Guests love the views from the deck: sunrises, ocean tides, dolphin spinning, whales in winter, golden sunsets, the moon over the water and stargazing at night.

The house has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and is best suited for two couples or a family with 2-3 children. The primary bedroom has a king sized bed. The guest bedroom has a Japanese-style shoji screen doors that sections off the room to provide privacy of a separate sleeping area in the room. The sleeping arrangement would be one queen bed and one double bed. You have the option to open up into one larger room or close to two smaller sleeping spaces. The The house stays cool through the open louvered windows and daily ocean breeze. Some amenities in addition to a full kitchen include a barbecue and washer/dryer. There is beach gear for your use: cooler, boogie boards, beach chairs, mats and umbrella.

A short walk north from the house is Magic Sands - a white sand beach - and Mile 4 Marker Cove. Less than a mile south is Kahalu’u known for its calm waters, snorkeling inside the breakwater and surfing/stand-up-paddle-boarding at the point. The nearby Keauhou Shopping Center has a market, bakery and coffee shop, restaurants, a book store, shops and a movie theater and also hosts a Farmer's Market on Saturdays.

In the town of Kailua (4 miles north) are restaurants, shops, and historic sites including the Hulihe’e Palace of Queen Kapiolani and Kamakahonu Bay, a home for King Kamehameha in his later years.

Most activities along the Kona Coast are within a few miles of the house: swimming, snorkeling, golf, hiking, biking, deep sea fishing and diving and exploring the art galleries of Holualoa. You can also enjoy drives around the island to the beaches and hotels of the
northern Kohala coast, see the spectacular Waipi’o Valley, explore beautiful waterfalls and rainforests, visit the old Hawaii of Hilo and journey to the Volcano National Park to see the active volcano Kilauea.

Whether you seek adventure sports or quiet time to relax and renew or something in between, vacationing at Makana Kai will be a blessing to you and your family.
We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
~The Smiths

STVR#19-364693
TAT#038-146-2528-01R
***All Reservation Requests greater than 12 months in Advance MUST be approved in advance by the Broker In Charge. Rates are subject to change.***

**All guests are required to sign a rental agreement with Knutson & Associates Property Management**

Please note this home does not have Air Conditioning.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Magic Sands Beach. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Magic Sands Beach and 11 minutes from Kailua Pier
This vacation home offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,046 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number TA-038-146-2528-01, GE-038-146-2528-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

1466-230079

Makana Kai Hale: Oceanfront House on Famous Ali'i Drive Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tobin & Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older home but very comfortable! Nothing beats the sound of the waves from the deck or as you drft off to sleep!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All went well, the top rack in the dishwasher is broken but it still works. Beautiful setting, loved the master bedroom and deck!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ilse C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were warmly welcomed in the beautiful house, it had all the comfort and exceptionally amazing back porch, overlooking the ocean, where we spent a lot of time. Great place to relax, nap, read and soak up peaceful ocean energy. When we had questions, there was immediate support, and we had everything in the kitchen anyone could ever need! Sometimes the nearby road was quite noisy, but focusing on the ocean sounds made it all ok. We are so happy we chose this place, we enjoyed it alot, and we're likely to return!
Evening atmosphere
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this home was amazing. We loved listening to the waves, and watching the dolphins, snorkelers, and outrigger canoes come by each day. The house was well supplied for cooking, and we enjoyed preparing some meals at the house. We were there Thanksgiving week, and the traffic on Ali'i drive was pretty heavy. It was a bit hard to sleep in the rooms that were roadside due to traffic noise, and the louvered windows let sounds in even when closed. The host was very responsive and supplied a noise cancelling machine, which did help.Overall we had a lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning.It really is on the ocean and it takes a couple of days to adjust to the sound of the surf but it really changes how you see the world.....loved it.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a great location!

We loved it!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We loved this property! The location is ideal and the view is outstanding . It is clean and comfortable. We would stay here again if returning to Kona for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best family vacation spot!

My family and I stayed here for three nights and had the very best time! We absolutely loved the back deck with stunning views. The house was well stocked with beach supplies and other household amenities/condiments/cooking supplies. We would 1000% stay here again! Thanks so much for hosting us on the big island!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

Great property right on the ocean. Perfect for a holiday with my family of 5. Great communication with the property manager. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Leanne N.

Great Location and Beautiful Vacation 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: Loved this place!!!Everything you could possibly want.We will stay here again the next time we visit the Big Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

georgia h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Life on the water

Beautiful five day stay at Makana Kai Hale. Simple, uncluttered home perched above the water and waves with all the basics (and a bit more) needed for a very comfortable stay. Great deck! Great sunsets!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

About as perfect as you can find!

This beach home is paradise. We had plenty of room for our family with the three bedrooms. The deck and the view is what makes this perfect. Watching whales and dolphins while having breakfast or lunch or supper or just hanging out!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence W.

The perfect vacation

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: The house and location are wonderful! This is one of the most quaint peaceful wonderful places in Kona, wish I could live on the lanai!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

February in Kona

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: Met expectations. Views were amazing. On the beach as advertised. Nothing better than sleeping to the waves.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

brian f.

Beach house by the sea

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: Great beach house right on the water. Wave noise to lull you to sleep at night
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeff V.

The Best Ocean Front Location In Established House On The Shore

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 enjoyed watching the water activity from the deck that is perched on sturdy concrete posts that offer a view right from over the rocks the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracy s.

Ali’s Drive 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: This was a great place for our Kona vacation. The deck is large and comfortable and is right on the ocean with spectacular sunsets. Expect some street noise from Ali’i, but most of it is muted by the surf.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

What an amazing property!

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 absolutely loved this house, the location, the intimate setting on the water and the Old School Hawaii charm it exudes. It was the perfect house for us to relax on the open-air deck watching the massive surf come in. Whales were out front on our last day playing and breaching which was a nice ending to our trip. The house, the amenities, the location were ideal, and I would recommend to anyone that wants the true Hawaiian house experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront paradise!

Our group of 6, 4 adults and 2 kids spent a week at this wonderful property. The owners have recently renovated and the house is immaculate! They have all of the necessary amenities you will need when staying at their house, including extra towels and beach towels, bathroom toiletries, a nice bbq and a well stocked, very nice kitchen. The main highlight of this house for us was the amazing view!! We enjoyed many mornings and afternoons out on the back deck overlooking the water and the beautiful sunsets. Would love to stay at this house again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn C.

Dream stay on the water

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a wonderful home -our time in Kona for the wedding of our son was enhanced by this stay in Makana Kai Hale. The amenities were abundant and cleanliness immaculate. The setting was enchanting. Gorgeous views of the water were spectacular. Loved it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Amazing Location, Sunsets & Snorkeling!

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: Pro: Amazing location, sunsets are incredible, best snorkeling ever, main bedroom opens to deck, kitchen sliding windows open to combine space with deck.Con: Road car/traffic noise can be loud but unavoidable and worth the location trade off, a little tricky getting into and out of snorkeling, can get a little warm in house but fans helped tremendously.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debora R.

Wonderful Home with Great Charm

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 home is for a true Hawaiian vacation. The house can be opened up fully to let the Big Island in. We enjoyed the sound of the ocean and seeing the colorful fish from the lanai. The kitchen was well equipped with the essentials and more. The location on Alii Drive was close to popular snorkeling and surfing spots.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Laetitia L.

GREAT vacation 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: We enjoyed our week in paradise, staying at Makana Kai Hale tremendously! The house is well appointed and we absolutely love being on the ocean. Even saw Yellow tangs and turtles swimming right below us. Only downside was the construction going on next door. But we understand it is something outside of the home owners' and rental agency's control. We would definitely consider this house next year!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

bruce b.

Great week on the water

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My group of 5 spent a fantastic week at Makana Kai Hale. The deck is right on the water and we spent hours watching the surf, whales and spinner dolphins and great sunsets. The house was well equipped. Kitchen great. The house is right on Alii drives there is some early morning traffic noise audible from 2 of the 3 bedrooms. Location very convenient for restaurants, and a tope snorkeling beach a short walk away.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Nice House, Incredible View, Horrible Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was so quaint, nice, and very clean. Unfortunately, its location on Ali’i Drive was very noisy with traffic. Since the house had no AC, we had to keep all the windows open, making it even louder. We were disappointed make a change because everything else was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022