Stretching nearly 60 miles along the west side of Hawaii Island, Kona offers endless opportunities to enjoy the coast under nearly year-round sunshine. From the popular Kailua Pier in the north to the historic Kealakekua Bay – also renowned for its snorkeling – Kona is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Hawaii Island, especially its stunning sunsets. The Kona condo market offers plenty of properties to choose from, but these are the top 10 oceanfront condos in Kona.
Our list does exclude the ultra-luxury homes in Kohanaiki and Hualalai – which technically, in many cases, are considered condos – as those properties are typically single-family home like and not what one normally thinks of as a condo (they are merely developed as a condominium property regime).
Kanaloa At Kona is a gated, oceanfront community, built in 1980, situated across 16 acres on the southern end of Keauhou Bay. It houses 166 one- to three-bedroom units, ranging from 1,016 to 1,955 square feet, in 37 two- and three-story buildings. Each has one or two lanai to enjoy the stunning view from. There are a wide range of amenities, including three pools, three hot tubs, two tennis courts, fitness center and BBQs.
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club
Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Keauhou, Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club, built in 1979, is a gated community with 197 one- to three-bedroom units in 19 two- and four-story buildings across 17 oceanfront acres. Some of the buildings are located less than 10 yards from the water’s edge and most residences boast unobstructed ocean views. Units range between 597 to 1,575 square feet, a mix of condos and townhomes. All have a lanai, with top-floor units also featuring a lofted area. Amenities include a pool, three lighted tennis courts, volleyball court, two pavilions, clubhouse and BBQs.
Built in 1981, the oceanfront Kona By The Sea offers 86 one- to three-bedroom units housed in two four-story buildings on three acres in Kona’s Holualoa area. Some units are a mere 20 yards from the ocean, and nearly all have some ocean views. Units start at 919 and go up to a spacious 2,289 square feet, and feature one or two lanai. Not only is the complex fronted by a small man-made sandy beach, but the Alii Saltwater Pool is right outside the fence. Amenities include a pool, hot tub, fitness center, sauna, tennis court and BBQs.
Kona Reef Resort comprises 129 units housed in one five-story building and five four-story buildings situated on three acres at the southern end of Honl’s Beach. Built in 1980, the complex’s one- and three-bedroom units range between 611 to 1,616 square feet, each with a lanai. Many units have ocean views, with some totally unobstructed, and the communal recreation deck also looks out onto the water. Amenities include a pool, hot tub, gazebo, party pavilion and BBQs.
Kona Bali Kai offers 154 studio to three-bedroom units in seven three-story buildings – two of which are set along the shoreline side of Alii Drive for sweeping ocean views. The other five are across the street on the mountain side. Built in 1976, the complex’s units span 417 to 1,638 square feet. Amenities include a pool, hot tub and BBQs.
Built in 1972, Hale Kona Kai comprises 39 one-bedroom units in a four-story building situated directly on the oceanfront. Some condos at this one-acre property are just 15 yards from the water’s edge, and all boast beautiful ocean views. Units here range between 576 and 696 square feet, along with a lanai. This is one of the rare Kona condominiums that has central air conditioning throughout. Amenities include a pool and BBQs.
Set across seven oceanfront acres, Royal Sea Cliff features 155 studio to two-bedroom units in two six-story buildings built in 1980. With many boasting ocean views, the units begin at 499 and go up to 2,546 square feet, all with a lanai and central air conditioning. About 50 are part of the Club Wyndham timeshare program, while the rest are individually owned. Royal Sea Cliff boasts a range of amenities, including two pools, hot tub, sauna, tennis court, clubhouse, concierge and BBQs.
Built in 1969, Casa De Emdeko is a gem of an oceanfront complex comprising two three-story buildings designed in a V-shape that opens out to the water. This arrangement puts the end units of both buildings incredibly close to the water, just 15 yards away. Spanning two and a half acres, this gorgeous property’s one- and two-bedroom condos span 640 to 1,288 square feet, all with central air conditioning. A lanai allows residents and guests to enjoy the ocean views, which can be seen from nearly all residences. Amenities include two pools (one saltwater and one freshwater), spa, event pavilion and BBQs.
Perched just 20 yards from the water’s edge, Kona Nalu comprises a three-story building housing 15 two-bedroom condos built in 1979. Units span 1,196 to 1,408 square feet, all equipped with central air conditioning for a comfortable living enviornment. Every condo boasts a lanai and faces out toward the ocean for truly unobstructed views. Amenities include a pool, hot tub and BBQs.
Built in 1976, Banyan Tree Kona is a gated, oceanfront condominium complex comprising a four-story building set on half an acre just 15 yards from the shoreline. Each two-bedroom unit, ranging from 988 to 1,220 square feet, has a lanai and directly faces the water for incredible ocean views. Amenities include a pool, spa and BBQs.
The sun-drenched Kona Coast is famous for its beaches and sunsets, offering a prime opportunity for stunning oceanfront living in Hawaii Island. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an active coastal lifestyle, these 10 oceanfront condos make an excellent choice.