Title: Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! Condo in Kailua-Kona with a hot tub and a fitness center ## Photo gallery for Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! ![Property grounds - Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! (Kailua Kona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78768600/78768538/c87b4437.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! 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(Kailua Kona)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78770000/78768600/78768538/f69a35f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the top floor, this unique unit at Kona Makai boasts ocean views from the main lanai and loft. Beautifully decorated with tile floors and high ceilings, you can unwind in a fully equipped vacation rental that meets all your needs. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5798 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! Newly remodeled in 2023! Pictures reflect the current updates! Incredibly special & unique unit at Kona Makai, this top floor unit with a loft has SPLIT AIR CONDITIONING INSTALLED! Split AC in Loft Bedroom & Back Bedroom! Very rare offering, and such a high in demand feature. The Loft is large enough to be treated as a second bedroom! Beautifully decorated, & Incredibly Spacious. Enjoy Ocean Views from the Main Lanai & from the Loft! Enjoy tile floors, high vaulted ceilings, & a fully equipped Vacation Rental to meet all of your needs. You'll enjoy a gorgeous remodeled bathroom with a Tub/Shower combination. Kitchen is Fully Equipped with nearly everything you need. Only thing missing is a dishwasher due to complex rules. A comfortable option for up to 5 people! Enjoy a King Sized Bed in Main Floor Bedroom, and a Queen Sized Bed in the loft. Blow up mattress as well for the Third Bed! The Kona Makai complex is a beautifully maintained & highly sought after Ocean Front Complex located on famous Alii Drive, This wonderful complex features and includes beautifully manicured tropical grounds, ocean front pool and spa, sunny lounge area, two work out rooms, eating area w/ gas BBQ’s, tennis courts, ping pong table, ample parking, and is gated during the night for security. TAT#145-435-1872-01 STVR#2023-000798 There is no elevator at the complex. \*\*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.\*\* \*\*FYI: Spalling Repairs are to commence at Kona Makai on Buildings#1, 2 and 3 are scheduled to commence as of 4/15/24 & will go on for an unforeseen amount of time according to the development. \*\* ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Gym - Tennis ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 798 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56540000/56535900/56535898/1a7ab0ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Direct oceanfront condo with pool & hot tub Holualoa Village - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=56535898&PinnedHotelID=56535898&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92610000/92607400/92607333/3ce3f80e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kona Makai 6-305 GORGEOUS OCEANFRONT, TOP FLOOR, 2 BEDROOM Holualoa Village - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=92607333&PinnedHotelID=92607333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76780000/76777400/76777331/6911ed75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chic condo in oceanfront complex with resort amenities & wraparound lanai Holualoa Village - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=76777331&PinnedHotelID=76777331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68110000/68100800/68100719/59c62221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SV3203 2 bedroom, DIRECT OCEANFRONT, Wifi, BREATHTAKING VIEWS Holualoa Village - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=68100719&PinnedHotelID=68100719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39578100/39578035/485f0a55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 🏖️OCEAN FRONT | WIFI | Free Concierge! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 750210040099, GE-145-435-1872-01, TA-145-435-1872-01 ### Property is also known as 1466-86489 ## About the area Holualoa Village, a neighborhood in Kailua-Kona, is home to this condo. Hulihee Palace and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kailua Pier and Moku‘aikaua Church. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holua Racquet and Paddle or Holua Tennis Center. 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Airport (KOA) 21 min drive ### Restaurants - Royal Kona Resort Oceanfront Bar 20 min walk - Don's Mai Tai Bar 20 min walk - Huggo's On The Rocks 3 min drive - Island Lava Java 3 min drive - Shaka Tacos 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! have a pool? ### Is Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC!? ### What time is check-out at Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC!? ### Where is Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kona Makai 5305 Top Floor, Ocean View, 1 Bedroom + Loft & 2 Lanais! SPLIT AC! Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorene F. Mar 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and complex! Loves the location great lava area right in front of the units where you can view blowholes and fish in the ocean! ##### Dorene F. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### chris c. Feb 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kona makai Great location- easy walking distance to Kona.Well stocked kitchen( pots, pans etc)Kona makai is fairly quiet facility- if you like to party- probably not the place for you. ##### chris c. Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason v. Apr 10, 2024 #### Wonderful stay on the big island 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 are stay hear clean and comfortable great location ocean side ##### Jason v. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malgorzata A., Chicago Jan 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great quiet location with beautiful sunsets! We loved the view, location and kind people around. Condominium was clean and comfortable for family of 4\. We enjoyed the sunset form our balcony and pool ground every evening. Would recommend to others. The management was very helpful and responsive for all our questions and needs . Mahalo ##### Malgorzata A. Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan H. Jun 16, 2024 #### Amazing 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 place to stay for a week. The condo was clean and large. The kids liked the fun loft. The pool and sunset views were perfect. ##### Ryan H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle & Art B., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Feb 23, 2024 #### Beautiful quiet 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: We found everything needed to be comfortable in this unit. We did gave an issue with the tub draining and someone was there and fixed it promptly! Loved the ocean view. We were able to see the whales from our lanai. ##### Michelle & Art B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriela S. May 6, 2024 #### Just beautiful! 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 had the most beautiful stay in Kailua Kona. The apartment was clean and very comfortable, with all the amenities you could ever need. The ocean views from the lānai are stunning! The apartment complex itself is calm, peaceful and very well-kept. The vacation rental management staff were helpful and pleasant to deal with. I would most certainly stay here again. As per location, it’s about 20 minutes of gentle coastal walk to the town, which I really enjoyed. There are plenty of souvenir and boutique-style shops, gorgeous restaurants and cafes. You don’t need to leave the area if you don’t want to, although I recommend you do, the Island is incredibly beautiful! ##### Gabriela S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry S. Jan 5, 2024 #### Unit was as pictured 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: The positives: This was the only place we stayed this visit that we didn't see cockroaches in the kitchen! The AC unit worked very well, and cooled it off immediately.They had a lot of nice stuff we could use, snorkel gear, cooler, chairs, umbrella. They had extra blow up mattress and bedding for our 5th guestNegatives:The spiral staircase was not convenient to carry luggage to the loft, the upper unit sleepers ended up leaving all their luggage in the main bedroom and changing in there. Its on the 3rd floor with no elevator, not a big deal, but it was tricky getting all of our gear and groceries in and out when we arrived and left.The previous renters left all the dishes disgusting! There were eggs in the pans put away in the cupboards etc. We had to rewash everything before we could use anything (no dishwasher). Totally not the fault of the management company, but really gross!There are SO MANY rules! Wasn't a big deal, because we didn't need to break any, but when you're walking around the property you are being watched like a hawk! ##### Kerry S. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natallie B. Sep 7, 2025 #### Best vacation ever! 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 experience at this listing was amazing. From lots of towels (including beach towels), a fully equipped kitchen, pristine bathroom and bedroom, all the Tommy Bahama beach gear (chairs, umbrella and boards) to the peaceful lanai where I drank my coffee every morning and the amazing spot by the pool for sunset gazing. Can’t wait to go back and will for sure book this place again. ##### Natallie B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monika V., Vancouver, BC, Canada Mar 25, 2016 #### Beautiful Complex 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: Kona Makai is a beautifully maintained complex in an excellent location. Clean pool, lush gardens, amazing views. Unit is very spacious, comfortable, and generally clean, except for the carpet stains ##### Monika V. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Irma M., Calgary, Alberta, Canada Jan 23, 2016 #### Great Complex, Great Location Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was 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: Overall we loved the location and the complex. The condo unit itself was quite good and the lanai, complete with a fan, being the best feature. It could have been excellent but for a few details: A full load of laundry was left in the dryer, which I didn't notice till just before we left but which might explain the lack of tea towels and dish cloths! The coffee pot clearly hadn't been washed in months, which I had to do before I could use it. Silverware completely inadequate and cheap: 3 forks? 4 knives? While they had a good selection of large drink glasses there were no wine glasses (unless you counted the bulb ones with the palm trees painted on them; yuck!). Cupboards were crammed full of stuff, not organized and not very clean. I washed what I needed before using. I would (and have) recommended this place but I might look for other units in this complex. ##### Irma M. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Helene L. Jan 18, 2016 #### Kailua Kona stay Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: Our 1st rental was no longer available so we were offered a different rental which was a great! Excellent service. We much enjoyed the location and the appartement, especially the terrasse overlooking the sea. ##### Helene L. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### Terry D. Dec 28, 2015 #### Nice Condo Complex; Good Service Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very 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 Kona Makai condo complex is a great place to stay. Nicely run place with beautiful oceanfront grounds. Booking with Knutsen was easy and worked out very well. We really liked the service provided by Knutsen. So, that's the good. The not so good was the actual condo itself. The unit was tired. Needs a gutting. The area of the AC unit in the master bedroom had a pretty funky odour, and the intake needed a good cleaning. We replaced the shower curtain, as the existing one was pretty nasty. Many of the little details I have come to expect when renting other condos were not there. The beach gear was kinda \*\*\*\*\*\*. The beach chairs were not in great shape and one of the boogie boards was falling apart. There was no cooler or cooler bag for beach excursions. Other probs included the door on the washer that had to be held shut to get the machine to start up. One night we decided to watch a movie, but the DVD player would not function properly. We were told that the place was for sale, and by the lack of attention to some of the basics and details in the unit, you can tell that this is the case. Seems like the owner doesn't care. In summary, I would stay at Kona Makai again, and would also use Knutsen again for the booking. But I would not recommend this unit in it's current state. ##### Terry D. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2015 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### James M. Dec 8, 2015 #### Annual Big Island Christmas Trip 2015 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: This was our 1st time staying at the Kona Makai after staying several years at another complex. We loved the space and the vaulted ceiling. It's a very quiet unit, within a very quiet, well-maintained property. The unit has a large lanai and offers a distant ocean view, but were very pleased to have a direct sunset view, for the time period we were there. One downside is that should you have little kids who like to play with other little kids down at the pool, as we do, this complex might not be the best choice in Kona for you, as the pool was usually without other kids. Additionally, the complex has a bylaw that prohibits people under 14 from using the hot-tub, for which we respected. We have been coming to Kona for about a decade, and the things that draw us back are the great snorkeling either close-by right out in-front of the complex and at Kahaluu or more distantly at 2 Step, Beach 69 or Kapoho Tide pools. We love driving the Big Island. New Saddle Rd and Hwy 137 Kalapana to Kapoho are our favorite drives. Amazing quiet beaches and hikes on the Big Island too. This was my 1st time booking with Knutson, and I would do so again. Property Manager Blake as great to deal with. Aloha ##### James M. Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2015 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Janel G. Nov 19, 2015 #### great ocean and sunset views from lanai 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Kona Makai is a great complex to stay at. the unit is clean and well maintained but a little dated. loved setting on the lanai in the morning sun and watching the sunsets in the evening. the unit can get kind of warm, it has air conditioners but we found putting the portable fan in front of the bed room window to create cross ventilation was better. ##### Janel G. Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2015 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Kona Plaza#215 Remodeled unit IN HEART OF KONA TOWN! 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