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Our top choices for Makalawena vacation rentals

1. Kona-Amazing sunset, Ocean/POOL/AC/Great loc

Kona-Amazing sunset, Ocean/POOL/AC/Great loc
Kalaoa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"We had a great stay!! The rental has everything we needed to make meals and relax after a busy day of adventure. The hosts are very friendly and helpful. "
United States
Nicole B.
The price is CA $248
CA $434 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Kona-Amazing sunset, Ocean/POOL/AC/Great loc

2. Cozy Cloud Forest Ohana

Cozy Cloud Forest Ohana
Kailua-Kona
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"This is a great little place to stay. The ducks were so fun ti watch and while we didn't get to meet them, we coukd hear the goats. The view is incredible and the nights are dark and quiet"
United States
Stefanie A.
The price is CA $157
CA $407 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Cozy Cloud Forest Ohana

3. Lovely Room. Wir Sprechen Deutsch. Tropical Garden, Quiet

Lovely Room. Wir Sprechen Deutsch. Tropical Garden, Quiet
Kalaoa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Sean
The price is CA $166
CA $349 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Lovely Room. Wir Sprechen Deutsch. Tropical Garden, Quiet

4. Kona Garden Studio Ohana - Private sunset lanai & garden views!

Kona Garden Studio Ohana - Private sunset lanai & garden views!
Kalaoa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"10/10 would stay here again! Beautiful room, board, amenities, and aloha. The natural landscape of Kona is captured with the options of very close Kailua-Kona town restaurants and activities close by! Mahalo to this awesome host couple!!!"
United States
Jolene
The price is CA $231
CA $447 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Kona Garden Studio Ohana - Private sunset lanai & garden views!

5. Island Elegance Prime Spot

Island Elegance Prime Spot
2.0 star property
Kahaluu-Keauhou
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"It is really very close to the beach, you can even walk it.i also love the place itself. very quiet. The only thing really is the air con is very loud that you can’t sleep! That is the tie breaker. Either you sleep in comfort with the loud sound of the air conditioner blasting loud into your ear or hot but quiet during the night. I always end up turning off the air and just taking off my clothes under the covers Lol. Also the small window by the back porch doesn’t have a curtain so the neighbor...
United States
Melinda
The price is CA $135
CA $465 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Island Elegance Prime Spot

6. The Flying Honu is located in the heart of Kona Town

The Flying Honu is located in the heart of Kona Town
Historic Kailua Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"Thinking about using this place next time we’re in Kona."
United States
ivy
The price is CA $151
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
The Flying Honu is located in the heart of Kona Town

7. Cozy studio with WiFi & AC in enchanting Kailua-Kona, walking distance to beach

Cozy studio with WiFi & AC in enchanting Kailua-Kona, walking distance to beach
Kahaluu-Keauhou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Perfect location, super friendly and generous hosts :-)"
United States
jessica m.
The price is CA $130
CA $342 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Cozy studio with WiFi & AC in enchanting Kailua-Kona, walking distance to beach

8. Da Pool Hale - Kona Amazing Ocean Sunset

Da Pool Hale - Kona Amazing Ocean Sunset
Kalaoa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Very clean, private backyard pool house. Great location and awesome view of the ocean. Wish we could’ve stayed longer. Highly recommend!"
United States
Brandon
The price is CA $248
CA $434 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Da Pool Hale - Kona Amazing Ocean Sunset

9. Ocean View Condo in the Heart of Kona

Ocean View Condo in the Heart of Kona
Holualoa Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Clean and comfortable"
United States
Pamela C.
The price is CA $152
CA $472 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Ocean View Condo in the Heart of Kona

10. Kona Retreat w/ Back Deck | Free Parking + BBQ

Kona Retreat w/ Back Deck | Free Parking + BBQ
Kahaluu-Keauhou
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great stay location was perfect and easy check in."
United States
Dorrance L.
The price is CA $136
CA $477 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Kona Retreat w/ Back Deck | Free Parking + BBQ

11. Lihau Boho House

Lihau Boho House
Kalaoa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"The ocean was visible from the home and was really lovely! The home was clean and comfortable and very user friendly--a great experience!"
United States
Julie R.
The price is CA $298
CA $853 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Lihau Boho House

12. Aston Kona by the Sea

Aston Kona by the Sea
4.0 star property
Holualoa Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,301 reviews)
"It was a lovely place to stay. Would return if travelling to the Big Island again."
Canada
Leith
The price is CA $348
CA $658 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Aston Kona by the Sea

13. DELUXE APT BY THE OCEAN!! BEST LOCATION!

DELUXE APT BY THE OCEAN!! BEST LOCATION!
Historic Kailua Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Very walkable location. Nice pool and hot tub. Would stay there again."
United States
Courtney H.
The price is CA $147
CA $340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
DELUXE APT BY THE OCEAN!! BEST LOCATION!

14. Charming Condo Hotel in lovely Beach front Kailua-Kona with AC, WiFi

Charming Condo Hotel in lovely Beach front Kailua-Kona with AC, WiFi
Historic Kailua Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Very clean, great communication and a wonderful place to stay!"
United States
rick o.
The price is CA $186
CA $434 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Charming Condo Hotel in lovely Beach front Kailua-Kona with AC, WiFi

15. Sunset Shores - Unit B Kauipoho

Sunset Shores - Unit B Kauipoho
2.5 star property
Kahaluu-Keauhou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Excellent location. Room was different than expected with pictures shown. They are a mix of rooms. Once I figured out some things, all was amazing. Quiet. Safe. Comfortable.Great location for exploring the island. Walkable small beaches. Received a lot of different emails about the property and checking in. It made it confusing but figured it out. Its kind of like staying in a friend's guest room. Never really saw anyone."
United States
Linda
Sunset Shores - Unit B Kauipoho

16. Bungalow 1 with large kitchen, outdoor private shower and 1/2 bath.

Bungalow 1 with large kitchen, outdoor private shower and 1/2 bath.
Holualoa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean, great location"
United States
Jeffry B.
The price is CA $196
CA $421 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Bungalow 1 with large kitchen, outdoor private shower and 1/2 bath.

17. Cozy studio with WiFi and AC that is within walking distance of Magic Sands Bch

Cozy studio with WiFi and AC that is within walking distance of Magic Sands Bch
Kahaluu-Keauhou
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"This is a really great location, accommodation and the owners are the sweetest people!I will definitely return! "
United States
Karen M.
The price is CA $132
CA $333 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Cozy studio with WiFi and AC that is within walking distance of Magic Sands Bch

18. Kona Condo with all the comforts of home

Kona Condo with all the comforts of home
Holualoa Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"2nd time we stayed here, should say how well we enjoyed our stays."
United States
Noel W.
The price is CA $200
CA $496 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Kona Condo with all the comforts of home

19. Modern and Renovated Ocean Front Studio in Kona! Best Location!

Modern and Renovated Ocean Front Studio in Kona! Best Location!
Historic Kailua Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Great property with 3-5 minute walk to beach. Amazing location"
United States
Ashley
The price is CA $138
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Modern and Renovated Ocean Front Studio in Kona! Best Location!

20. Cosy studio next to Kona Beach

Cosy studio next to Kona Beach
Historic Kailua Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Great rental and host!"
United States
Taylor T.
The price is CA $168
CA $345 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Cosy studio next to Kona Beach
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Find out more about Makalawena

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Makalawena. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Makalawena?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals near the most popular points of interest in Makalawena, or you can go with a more secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Makalawena is known for its beaches and theaters.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Makalawena has to offer?

Summer Deal Kona Oceanfront Estate with Pool Water Slide Guest House: Visitors like this Makalawena vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a balcony, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. You can relax into your vacation with a selection of games and a hot tub.

What’s there to see and do in Makalawena?

Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Hula Daddy Kona Coffee Plantation, or get out into nature at a spot like Makalawena Beach. In the larger area, you’ll find Kekaha Kai State Park and Manini'owali Beach.

What’s a vacation rental in Makalawena like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can stay in for a few weeks or just a few days in Makalawena. Vacation rentals offer amenities like kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have everything you want. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive choice for family trips.