Family-friendly vacation rentals in Kailua-Kona

Marina's condo was exactly as listed and shown. It was clean with up dated amenities and in a great location! The pool and hot tub were clean and beautiful. Everyone in the area was very friendly and instructions for check in and out were very easy.

Great location with beautiful sunset view from the pool area. Kathie had a ton of recommendations for dining and activities and was very friendly.

Vicki thought of everything with her rental. Super well stocked with kitchen appliances and utensils and beach towels, chairs, etc. Vicki even left us a bottle of wine and greeting card upon arrival. She was also very accommodating for our later check-out time. Some have mentioned road noise, but I barely noticed during the day and not at all after quiet time. Was lucky to meet Vicki and she’s just as nice in person! Highly recommend!

Part of a condo group, next to (unpretentious) Beaches restaurant - which locals stated was "the best in Kona" - and only steps away from Magic Sands Beach. View out the double wide slider was to clear ocean surf, full of yellow tang and black trigger fish visible in most swells. There is no A/C but the fans (there were 5 but we really only need the two large ceiling fans) kept it very comfortable.) This was April and daytime temperatures were low 80's. All in all a very nice place hanging out or as a home base. Great location for Kona and the beaches north. About .1 mile to La'aloa St, which takes you up to Hwy 11 (bypass highway for north or south travel. I recommend for a group of 2.

Joanne was really helpful and gave us lots of good recommendations and tips on planning. The condo is a walkable distance to lots of places and very clean and pretty :) This was our favorite stay in our hawaii visit

Great location. Close to everything. Had everything we needed. Watched surfer surfing every morning. Highlight of the stay, saw a turtle at the beach right in front of the house two mornings in a row.

Location is everything in Kona and this place has it. Centrally located in Kona with easy walking access to tons of restaurant, bars and shopping options. Kona can be a busy place at times so to be able to leave the car behind and walk to nearby options is a HUGE advantage. The condo was as described and is perfect for two adults. The condo complex provided lush landscaping, nice pool area and a very helpful front desk in case you are in need of something during your stay.

Our stay at this Airbnb was absolutely fantastic! The location was perfect—close to everything we wanted to explore and offering breathtaking sunsets each evening. The space itself was thoroughly comfortable, with well-appointed furnishings and incredibly cozy beds that made it easy to relax after a day of adventure. The real highlight, though, was the array of amenities and supplies available to us. From beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas to Pickleball and tennis rackets, everything we could possibly need for a fun and active stay was provided. It was such a treat to have easy access to everything, allowing us to make the most of our time. Whether we were lounging by the beach or enjoying some friendly competition on the courts, this place had it all. We would absolutely stay here again!

The condo was beautiful - a complete remodel with top of the line appliances and a gorgeous kitchen and bathrooms. And the view of the ocean from the back patio - unbeatable! Having our morning coffee while watching the waves crash was exactly as we had imagined it. We would never stay anywhere else!

Awesome location and beautiful view! We loved our stay and can’t wait to return. Barry is an amazing host, very quick to respond and instructions for check in and check out were very simple. The place was equipped with everything we needed and more. Also, a huge plus to have an assigned parking spot right outside of the unit! We loved visiting the restaurant conveniently located downstairs and we always had the pool to ourselves. The tide was a bit rough during our stay so we didn’t end up swimming at the beach just outside the complex, but we still enjoyed sitting and watching the waves.

This place is an amazing rental and i highly recommend. It's located just north of kona in a very quite and laid back atmosphere. Grocery store that is walkable from property. The rental also comes with a beach access and private cabanas that is just a short drive. Our favorite beaches are up in this area so the location is prefect. There wasn't one bug/roach on the pemises, which is very hard to achieve in hawaii, good job hosts. Our stay was amazing. beds are comfortable, amenities are all you need, spices and cooking utensils, layout of condo is great for small group/friends to just hang out and have fun. Pool and hot tub area are well maintained, and grounds are well cared and manicured. I will 100% look for this rental again next year when we come back. Thank you for an awesome week.

We absolutely loved staying here! Martin & Rachelle’s place is even nicer than the photos. Martin was very responsive and provided great recommendations. He was extremely flexible and willing to work with us on check-in time. They had all you could ever need from a massive book collection and movie collection to puzzles and board games. We played multiple scrabble games outside on the Lani. You cannot beat the location. One of our favorite Air BnBs and hosts ever. Highly recommend!

House was as advertised. Very easy walk to Magic Sands Beach. Plenty of beach chairs and beach equipment. Great restaurants nearby. Kitchen was stocked with everything you need to cook at the house. Grill worked good. We very much enjoyed winding down each night on the front patio. Individual ac units in each room with lots of ceiling fans made it very comfortable.

We had a fantastic stay at Adam’s peaceful home near Kona. The property is quiet, beautifully maintained, and just a 7-minute drive to town — the perfect mix of nature and convenience. The space was spotless and fully stocked with everything we needed. We especially appreciated the beach chairs, towels, umbrella, and the relaxing hot tub. Honestly, the hot tub was even more soothing than an onsen we’ve experienced in Japan — especially with the surrounding sounds of birds and rustling trees. The full kitchen made it easy to cook, and we loved having dinners outside under the stars. The deck and garden felt like a private retreat — calm, lush, and peaceful. Nature’s sounds at night were magical. Adam was an amazing host — warm, responsive, and thoughtful. And his sweet dog and cat made us smile every time we saw them — they added a lovely, homely touch. We highly recommend this place to couples looking for a quiet, cozy escape on the Big Island. We’d love to return. Mahalo!

Caryl was a really good host, communication was easy and she made sure we had a good stay. A big advantage is the extra gears available (snorkeling, beach towels, etc) and the garden which makes the stay even more pleasant. Would recommend this place.

Great stay for a couple! The place was nice and had everything we needed. The host was super accommodating and kindly extended our checkout time, which made it so much easier for our late night flight. Would definitely recommend!

This place is more beautiful than the photos could ever possibly justify! The first day on the trip the smoke alarm started beeping and it was fixed before I even returned to the house Mikael was so sweet and proactive! This place was peaceful and quiet and the view was breath taking. There are notes left around the house but I personally found them so helpful! It helped me navigate the home as if it was my own! And the black stone pizza up the road was the most incredible place I’ve ever been. 10/10 would stay here over and over!

Very good place to stay. Highly recommend to anyone it’s a beautiful cottage. It’s destined to exceed expectations, seriously.

This was our second time staying at Paka’s incredible home. Everything we loved about it from our first trip was right where we left it. Mahalo, Paka, once again, for the warm hospitality.

This is my first time travel to big island. Heather ‘s place is beyond amazing. We enjoyed our stay and appreciate this special experience. I definitely loved everything about this place.

We love this area. We stayed for several weeks and loved it. The bed is super comfy and the elevation is perfect - no AC needed but still just 15 minutes to most things. loved it!

Incredible place! Beautiful gardens. Walking distance to beach. Great location for day trips. Jill has an amazing attention to detail and the spacious studio displays all of her artistic prowess. It's truly a sanctuary to unwind and chill out. Do yourself a favor and book it for as long as your vacation allows.

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home! The property was stunning, with a perfect blend of style and comfort. What really made it special, though, was the attention to detail - from the cozy touches to the thoughtful amenities, it truly felt like home. The private setting was a huge bonus, allowing us to relax and unwind in peace. We loved the little things, like the fully stocked kitchen and the welcoming touches throughout the home. Overall, we'd highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a peaceful and comfortable getaway!

Lorelle was there for us from the start, help to navigate, places to go… Always attentive to what we need. Beach towels and snorkeling gear is there and available to use.