Condo 203 – Kanaloa at Kona on Hawaii
Great location; comfortable; a little dated
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Deb in Denver from Centennial, Colorado on 06/17/2009 said:
“ This condo is in a great location in the Kailua area. We enjoyed eating meals on the spacious and well-appointed lanai. The condo is well-suited for a couple with young children; it would be crowded for a couple with two teenagers. Although not on the ocean, the view across the fairways of the golf course are fine and relaxing. My only less than stellar statement is that the kitchen and baths have not been updated, so these areas of the condo feel old and tired. ”
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First trip to Kona, Our new Favorite!
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alohacondos.com from Oregon, USA on 06/04/2009 said:
“ Jim's unit at Kanaloa is amazing! We stayed before and had a certain expectation,br / which was exceeded with his unit at Kanaloa at Kona. Our oldest wasbr /with us this time, and every other sentence was, "He just providesbr /that?!", "You don't need to bring anything." The condo is really wellbr /put together, beautiful decorations, and every amenity you could thinkbr /of, and some more you didn't. The second floor unit has great vaultedbr /ceilings and tons of room (wait till you see the huge walk-in closetbr /in the master). Eating breakfast on the lanai was a ritual, followedbr /by walking the grounds of the well-kept resort. We will definitelybr /be coming back, what a bargain at the price! Thanks Jim. ”
Very Trustworthy Rental Condo Co.
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Detailed travel planner from Vancouver, Canada on 05/02/2009 said:
“ We often travel as a family. It's always a challenge for us to find accommodation for 5, parents and 3 teenagers. Thus, when I could luckily reach the owner by phone, I felt very good about him as he was very kind and sincere to answer my questions and offer suggestions. He was very professionally communicative throughout our Hawaiian holiday. The location was away from the busy highway and was very quiet, yet very close to shopping and dinning. I believe that the owner vacations in the property when not renting. The place was more than we expected. It was just like being at one’s elegantly, tastefully and beautifully decorated home with a large family kitchen, cozy living room, spacious dinning room as well as full cleaning and laundry amenities the family needs. The location of the condo was away from a busy pool, facing the vast green field. It was always quiet to fall asleep with windows open. We stayed at another private 2-bedroom condo in Maui and Oahu on this trip. If he had had the accommodation for 5 of us on these Islands, I would have chosen to stay at his property definitely. His place has been a big part of our good memories of our trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. ”
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Relaxing in Paradise
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Ken and Mary Bentley from Las Vegas and Hawaii on 04/27/2009 said:
“ My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed your lovely immaculate condo during our stay to attend a family reunion. Kona is my hometown and Hawaii will always be "home" for us. We were impressed with the fully stocked kitchen and bath facilities, equipped with all the conveniences for a comfortable stay. The Hawaiian decor was also very tastefully done which made us feel very much at home away from home. We would definitely highly recommend your condo to anyone, and know they will not be disappointed in any way. Aloha, and Mahalo. Ken and Mary Bentley ”
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Very comfortable and classy condo
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Linda Christine from Sacramento, Calif on 04/26/2009 said:
“ We stayed in this wonderfully furnished and equipped condo with our two grown children. We've traveled to Hawaii many times and stayed in many places. This is by far our favorite Condo of those we've stayed in and nicer by far than even some of the high end resorts. The kitchen is well equipped and we enjoyed cooking when we didn't feel like dining out. The condo was roomy and the balcony overlooks the golf course. We are not golfers but enjoyed the ambience. The pool area and grounds are very nice also. I recommend this condo without reservation. ”
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Once in a life time...
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Gil Loomis from Oahu Hawaii on 04/23/2009 said:
“ Have been coming here for many years...first one was in Oct 19998, and the rest is history. Great place with serenity, peace, and many amenities. So no more about this, as I don't want a good secret to be spoiled by more renters. ”
Most beautiful condo in Kona !
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Michelle from Montreal on 04/23/2009 said:
“ We found out about this condo on Trip Advisor and all the comments were exact. This condo is very clean, very large, quiet and welcoming. We had everything we needed and more. The complex is also beautiful and the area of Kona great ! We enjoyed the quietness, the view on the golf course, the sound of the birds every morning. We had to switch condos after a week because this condo was previously booked so our second week at Kanaloa was nice but we missed this condo in particular very much. I would not go back to another one in Kona. The ownwer is extremely nice. Thanks for the great memories and we wish we can go back one day ! ”
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Ironman Condo
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Jennifer from Algonquin, IL on 04/23/2009 said:
“ Great location being south of downtown Kona--less traffic. Condo was very clean; 2nd floor unit was very quiet as there was no one above us. The price was reasonable and we would definitely stay here again. ”
Beautiful ly furnished Condo in great location
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bmuller from Irvine, CA on 04/23/2009 said:
“ Our family stayed at Kanaloa at Kona #203 several years ago. It was our 3rd trip to the Big Island in 5 years, and our first stay at unit #203. By far, unit #203 was the nicest unit we stayed at. It was the most spacious, quietest, and most beautifully furnished. The unit is located on the edge of the golf course, and is situated away from the parking lot, so it is especially quiet. The very large living room looks out to the golf course. The furnishings are not only high quality, but tastefully done in a "tropical" theme, adding to the island experience. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the two bedrooms are very spacious. We stayed at a different unit at Kanaloa at Kona the prior year, but this unit was much nicer (and larger). I would highly recommend this condo for a vacation rental on the Big Island and would absolutely stay again in this unit. ”
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excellent stay
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ddwi from San Diego, CA on 04/23/2009 said:
“ Excellent condo at very fair price. Well-maintained and the welcome basket were excellent. Would stay there again in a heartbeat. ”
A Peaceful Oasis
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Kirsty Ketchum from Yellowknife, Canada on 04/19/2009 said:
“ We were very impressed with the owner's efforts to make this condo a welcoming and relaxing place to stay. The attention to detail is very evident - soap supplied for the dishwasher (rather than having to buy a whole box for just a week's stay), waterproof pads for the mattress (we have 2 young kids), detailed information on where to eat and what to do locally, beach toys for the kids, a welcoming gift basket including Kona coffee, all the appliances and dishes one could ever need, and the list goes on and on. I really appreciate it when someone 'gets it,' and Jim clearly does. The condo was a very welcoming and quiet place to come home to after a busy day. We are so glad we didn't stay a little farther north towards busy Kailua-Kona. All this at quite a reasonable price too. Should we return to the west side of the Big Island someday, the decision on where to stay will be a no-brainer! ”
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Home Away from Home
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Larre from Palo Alto, California on 04/16/2009 said:
“ This is the fourth time that we have stayed in KAK 203, and it will not be the last. We continue to return year after year for several reasons: the peaceful lanai on the golf course; the excellent location; the fabulous kitchen; the top-end outdoor barbeque; and the memories that come from staying in this perfect home. If I could move into 203 permanently, I would! We are already looking forward to returning! ”
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Paradise!
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Val & Andy from Philomath, Oregon on 04/16/2009 said:
“ This was the perfect place for us on our first family visit to the Big Island. We were very impressed with the condo: location, size, amenities, layout, and price. The condo met our every need! We especially enjoyed the matresses, relaxing on the lanais, spacious rooms, and thank you for the chocolate and coffee welcome gift! It was paradise - we hope to return soon and highly recommend this unit. ”
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RELAXING
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SUNSET from PHELAN,CA on 04/07/2009 said:
“ THIS CONDO IS FULL OF GREAT AMENITIES AND THE VIEW FROM THE LANI AND POOL AREA ARE BREATH TAKING, GULFING IS GREAT, SHUTTLE SERVICE IS REALLY NICE. THE PLACE IS CLEAN AND FULL HELPFULL HINTS, THE DECOR IS REALLY TROPICAL. WE HAD A GREAT TIME I WOULD RENT THIS PLACE AGAIN AND RECOMMEND IT TO ALL MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY ”
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Excellent place to stay in Kona !
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ilikeehawaii1 from Los Angeles, CA on 04/08/2009 said:
“ We had a wonderful week stay @ the Kanaloa in Kona in condo #203. It was very spacious for just the 2 of us and very clean. There are swimming pools each w/jacuzzis and BBQs on the grounds if one day you don't wish to eat out. It was a fun time for us; I will always remember the friendly people we met, all the excellent restaurants (look around a little & you'll find some great prices)and the bright vivid colors you can only find on the islands. Take it all in while you're there and enjoy every minute of it ! ”
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Wow...we were stunned!!
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Bearfus from Montreal,Quebec,Canada on 04/06/2009 said:
“ The unit was absolutely perfect for us and in "like new" condition with not a single scuff or mark anywhere. It looked like something you would see in a decorating magazine and nothing like the "no personality" rentals that are so common. Small touches everywhere made it feel like a beautiful friend's home. The view of the golf course was fun as we sat and had breakfast well making rude comments (quietly to each other) about some of the golfers lack of talent on the links! We would return in a heartbeat!! ”
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Great Place!
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bernice from Seattle, WA on 04/05/2009 said:
“ Our family of four loved staying here. The unit is very well-maintained and well-equipped. It felt like home - better than home. The location is convenient. ”
Nice condo at Big Island
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fuji3 from Japan on 04/04/2009 said:
“ We just spent a wonderful week at the Kanaloa at Kona. This was our third time stay at this condo. We think this location is ideal at Big Island especially at Kona side, not so far from center of Kona but quiet. Easy access to southern beautiful snorkeling points such as Kealakekua bay or Puuhouna O Hanaunau park where we could meet dolphins. The room was clean and all necessary things were there for cooking. Shopping center is in walking distance. There are three pools at this condo and two tennis courts, both we could use free. We'd definitely recommend this condo at Kona. We really enjoyed our vacation there. ”
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Great Rental
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juliod from Jeffersonville , Pa 19403 on 04/02/2009 said:
“ The Condo was first rate - better that I expected - Living area was large and well decorated - it had everything we needed - I would recommend this condo to All !!!- The only negative was no markings at the street you turn down to get to the complex entrance -I came in at night and it took a little searching before I found the gate. ”
Quiet Condo with Great Amenities
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AlohaLori&Skip from Westminster, CO on 04/02/2009 said:
“ We spent 5 nights at this condo, and this was our second visit. We love this condo and the complex. The condo is very quiet and private, with an awesome view of the fairway off one of the lanais where you can watch birds and geckos in the morning while having coffee. It's spacious,nicely decorated, and well equipped with all the luxuries of home. The complex has pools, tennis courts, and gas grills. There is a walking path along the shoreline where you can watch the sunset. Upon arrival, Jim provides a very nice gift basket with assorted fresh fruits and goodies. We highly recommend this condo. The first we rented it we were pleasantly surprised to find that it was much nicer than the pictures online. ”
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paradise
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fishsf from Albany, OR on 04/02/2009 said:
“ We have stayed in this condo numerous times and have been very satisfied. It is beautifully furnished and has a nice location on the property. We have always been comfortable and enjoyed out stay in paradise. We would highly recommend this condo. ”
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Great Vacation
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GGaryToo from Rio Vista, CA on 03/31/2009 said:
“ Our stay in Jim's condo at Konaloa was beyond spectacular. The condo is furnished and outfitted with only the finest of furniture, bedding, appliances and accessories. The unit is just splendidly outfitted. Everything you may think you could need is there. Even questions that arise due to "operator error" are answered promptly and fixes provided. There are not enough superlatives in our vocabulary adequately describe our stay in Jim's condo. It made for a truly perfect vacation. Mahalo Gary & Linda ”
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Perfection
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O2BinKona from Seattle,WA on 03/31/2009 said:
“ This condo is so nice I don't want the secret to get out. Kanaloa is in a good location, the grounds and three pools are always well tended. Unit 203 is beautifully furnished and maintained. I've rented through Alohacondos.com three times and highly recommend it. ”
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Our Absolute Favorite Place to Stay
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Edmonds visitor from Seattle, WA on 03/31/2009 said:
“ We have stayed at this beautiful property twice now. It is very comfortable with with 2 bedrooms and a huge sofa in the living room (if necessary). It is beautifully decorated, cleaner than you can imagine and all of the household items you would ever need. We have always felt safe and secure while staying here. The neighbors are friendly, the grounds immaculate and the fairway view is unbeatable. We will go back again and again. The Big Island is our favorite, with such variety of scenery and things to do. Jim is a pleasure to do business with, very knowledgeable about the island, things to do, places to eat etc. I would highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a luxury property at a reasonable price. ”
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50% off Summer 2009 Rates
50% off new reservations for available dates between
07/02/2009 – 08/31/2009, $84.50/night
31% off Fall 2009 Rates
31% off new reservations for available dates between
09/01/2009 – 12/19/2009, $89.01/night
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Have Questions about this Condo? Please use our contact form or call Jim Dornfeld at 808-930-1830 in Hawaii.
Spent Christmas week with my family in my condo at Kanaloa. The weather was fantastic this week - clear skys and bright sun all week! — Jim & Miranda Dornfeld & Family December 2008
We enjoyed staying at this beautiful condo. We would like to come back. Thank you for your warm hospitality Jim! — John & Yumi Kramer November 2008
Spent Christmas week with my family in my condo at Kanaloa. The weather was fantastic this week - clear skys and bright sun all week! — Jim & Miranda Dornfeld & Family December 2008
We enjoyed staying at this beautiful condo. We would like to come back. Thank you for your warm hospitality Jim! — John & Yumi Kramer November 2008
Thank you for the chance to stay in your condo. Of 6 different Kanaloa Condos, 203 is by far our favorite. I love the style, and appreciate all the little touches (nice skylight in the shower!) It was immaculate and your housekeepers should be commended. This is my second time booking with Aloha Condos and I'll always book through AlohaCondos.com. Your numerous photos give an excellent idea of what to expect, and the arrangements were so easy to make. Thanks for the gift basket. The tote bag was so useful! — Susan Sires November 2008
Our experience in Hawaii was incredible. It is very far for us but worth every minute of it. Your condo is extremely nice. We would not rent any other condo if we go back to Big Island. It is beautiful, very quiet and secluded, extremely clean and comfortable. We woke up every morning to the sound of the birds. I miss it a lot just thinking about it. We will definitely recommend it to all of our friends and family here in the Montreal area. Your local contact was also very helpful to us in many ways. I feel very lucky to have discovered your condo and this destination and we hope to be coming back in a couple of years. — M.D. August 2006
We love coming back to this condo complex. It is so restful/peaceful. Unit 203 is the best we have stayed in! Aloha! — C. Family June 2006
We really had a great time staying in your condo. After a tough day at the beach or on the golf course it was nice to combe back to and relax- BBQ, hit the pool or watch the sunset. Thanks for the welcome basket - your condo is beautiful. We're sad we have to head back to the snowy mountians of Colorado, but hopefully we'll be back soon. — E & J May 2006
Thank you for the well appointed beautiful condo. My brother and I visit the Big Island regularly and this is definitely the best place to stay. — R and F May 2006
Wonderful condo and setting. Really made our second honeymoon something to remember. Hope to come back soon. — R & J May 2006
Thank you for providing a great location and hospitality to wrap up our Hawaii vacation. — H Family May 2006
We enjoyed your beautiful condo. So comfy and tastefully decorated. Our home away from home!! Your welcome basked was much appreciated. Thanks for everything. — M & B March 2006
Our condo was great. It was like being at home with the sun!! The basket was very nice. When we come back we will be giving you a call. Mahalo! — H Family March 2006
We enjoyed your beautiful condo very much and thank you for the welcome basket to let us feel the start of a joyful stay here. The collection of the videos pleased the kids and that of books pleased us. It was always nice to come back to the condo to rest and sleep well. — W Family March 2006
Of the many condos we've enjoyed in multiple locations, you have organized and decorated yours the best. Thanks for the great gift basket. — K Family March 2006
We've had a wonderful vacation in your condo. Such a nice place to come home to after a day of running around. We really enjoyed how quiet it is and loved watchng the golfers or hackers, whichever happened to go by. We definately will rent again next year. I love all the decor. Palm trees everywhere, my favorite. You provided everything we needed and very clean too. — L & S February 2006
Lovely! Enjoyed every minute of our visit. Maybe especially relaxing in your condo. Thanks! — R & M February 2006
This was our second visit to your lovely condo. We would definately return here again. Thank you for providing a great retreat. — D & S February 2006
Magnifique! That is how a French born person like myself would qualify the week we spent in #203 at Kanaloa. Tom and I come to Hawaii nearly every year. We own two timeshares at Kona Coast. Our stay here however was a real treat. We enjoyed the comfort of a house, the island decorations, the location, the "garden" atmosphere of the complex and much more. Thank you for having us and we hope to stay here again in 07 or 08. Merci and Aloha. — T & E January 2006
We had a lovely time. Your place is perfect and in a great location. All the amenities are a plus. We lacked for nothing. Coming back to "paradise" and staying here spoiled us. Thank you for everything. — J & G January 2006
Great unit in the best condo in south Kona. Just sorry our stay could not be longer. We will try to change that next year. — R & R January 2006
Great decor, lovely location. Our days here were glorious. — T & S January 2006
We had so much fun! Thank you for your wonderful condo. It's by far the best one we've stayed in! I hope to come back to this one next year (nice movie collection). Thanks again for your hospitality. — T Family December 2005
Everything about our stay was wonderful. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise. Hope to be back with the rest of the family. — B Family November 2005
Back again! Thanks for the welcome basket. The place is still awesome! Clean, well stocked and very peaceful. I love it! See you in 2006. — D & G November 2005
We have stayed at Kanaloa many times but as soon as we entered your condo we knew this time was very different. Your condo is so lovely with everything we could possibly need. We felt so "at home". Thanks for the welcome basket which was the frosting on a delicious cake. We'll be back. — D & S October 2005
What a wonderful condo and a great location. What a pleasure. — C Family September 2005
We loved your condo. Beautiful! We couldn't ask for more. Beautiful scenery and quiet, loved it! Thank you for the welcome basket. Very thoughtful and appreciated. Thank you! — G & R September 2005
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home. We felt like we were in the lap of luxury. Every inch is such a joy with the way it's decorated. We are a family of a mom, dad, son (6 yr. old) and grandma. Everyone enjoyed the Big Island with trips to the volcano, coffee farms, Place of Refuge, and lots of swimming in the ocean you can't do to that in Oregon unless you have a wetsuit!). — M Family August 2005
We had a fantastic honeymoon in your condo. The Big Island was full of adventure from the volcano to snorkeling. Thanks for your hospitality and for keeping such a well stocked comfortable accomodation. — M & J July 2005
Thanks for the wonderful welcome basket greeting us upon arrival. Jim, your condo was fantastic! We certainly settled in just like home. Thanks for a wonderful location to experience the Big Island. — P Family July 2005
If my handwriting is a little shaky it's because we've just returned from snorkeling across the Kealakekua Bay to Captain Cook's monument (and back again). Took and hour each way but was a fabulous adventure. We saw spinner dolphins 50 feet away! Thanks for the welcome basket. We enjoyed the pineapple from Captain Cooks dock. The condo is wonderful. Two years ago we stayed in the complex on the ocean side, but I like the golf course view as much if not more. Mahalo! — J & B July 2005
| Bedrooms | 2 |
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| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Oceanfront | no |
| Ocean View | no |
| Air Conditioning | yes |
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| Pool / Jacuzzi | yes |
| Beach (Walk to) | no |
| Snorkeling (Walk) | yes |
| Golfing Nearby | yes |
