Kailua Kona, also known simply as “Kona”, is the largest community on the west side of the Big Island and is served by the Kona International Airport. The population of Kona is approximately 15,000 but during the high tourist seasons the effective population can more than double. The mix of housing in the Kona area ranges from multimillion dollar homes to $100,000 leasehold condominiums. Kona is home to the Palamanui Community College campus, which is part of the University of Hawaii system. A multitude of short-term vacation rentals (generally condos, but including some houses as well) and Bed & Breakfasts augment the hotels in providing accommodations for tourists. There are a number of hotels along Alii Drive, Kona’s main street for tourism and restaurants, ranging from the Courtyard King Kamehameha at the north end of Alii Drive to the Sheraton Keauhou at the south end.
Activities in the Kona area include water sports, from snorkeling (in Kona or boat trips to snorkeling sites along the coast) to surfing, diving, swimming, paddling, and sailing and fishing charters. There are numerous sightseeing opportunities, including coffee farm tours, a vanilla farm tour, a cacao farm tour, whale watching (November through March) and even a wild animal sanctuary. You can learn about the Hawaiian history and culture at the Honaunau City of Refuge near Captain Cook and the Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park to the north of Kona. Hiking trails and biking offer the opportunity to explore the countryside while getting a healthy dose of exercise. Kona also hosts the Ironman Triathlon World Championships annually in October.
Residential areas in Kona include:
Holualoa
Palisades
Pualani Estates
Iolani
Kona Vistas
Kona Bay Estates
Kona Hills
Kona Highlands
Makalei
Hualalai Colony
Keauhou Estates
Bayview Estates
Combining ease of living with the delights of your own private backyard resort, this well maintained, single level home located at a comfortable elevation in the desirabl...
Listing courtesy of KW Big Island.
Perched atop the stunning Kona Palisades on the hillside of Hualalai Mountain, this beautifully situated corner lot home awaits you in a tranquil cul-de-sac. Experience t...
Listing courtesy of LUVA LLC.
Beautiful condo located in Historic Alii Dr. right in the middle of Kona Town & Keauhou. Famous Poke Shack is downstairs for your convenience. Luxurious oceanfront amenit...
Listing courtesy of Realty By The Sea.
Discover a gem in Wehilani, an extraordinary five-acre legacy estate to be cherished for generations. Offering remarkable privacy and dramatic ocean views, at the perfect...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona.
This fully remodeled home, just minutes from Magic Sands Beach, is being offered BELOW APPRAISED VALUE. Featuring a renovated kitchen, updated bathrooms, new flooring, fr...
Listing courtesy of Aloha Sotheby's International Realty Inc..
STVR Certified, Competitively Priced, Top Floor Kona Mansions unit available! <br>Unit#C-309 is a Beautiful Top Floor Unit in Heart of Kona Town, Walk to everything!!!<br...
Listing courtesy of Knutson & Associates.
Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath home, recently updated and ready for its next chapter! Located in a peaceful neighborhood, this home offers both comfort and co...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
We are pleased to present L202, a stunning first-floor unit that offers spacious living with numerous amenities, and an inviting and open atmosphere. The primary bedroom ...
Listing courtesy of Kou Hale Realty LLC.
1-Bedroom, Turnkey STVR Condo in Casa De Emdeko with Ocean View.<br>Original owner and has never been on the market since they purchased in 1970.<br><br>This is the large...
Listing courtesy of LUVA LLC.
The seller is offering a rare opportunity to purchase unit 201 individually or together with the unit above, 301, for $1,000,000! Both units are active vacation rentals, ...
Listing courtesy of Casago Kona LLC.
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