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Kona Reef

3.0 of 5
75-5888 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Calgary
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

There are pluses and minuses about this place. Pluses: ON the ocean, B27 a lovely ocean view, beside a small beach lots of local boogie boarders. Quiet, only 3 floors Beautiful pool and BBQ area, new washer and dryer. A coffee grinder for that fresh Kona coffee! At the edge of town, in easy walking distance to restaurants and shopping... More

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tucson az
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32 reviews 32 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

B37...remember that number, I will for our next visit to Kailua-Kona. This is a one bedroom, remodeled unit. It has a king bed and a full futon which my daughters report was very comfortable. The unit has two flat screens, washer/dryer in the unit, and a fully stocked kitchen. But the absolute best part is the view. It is on... More

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Grand Haven, Michigan
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Our visit to Kona Reef Resort began with our wonderful, helpful concierge (who's name I can not quite remember...Tiare?). She was very helpful, informative, and pleasant. Our room (B13) has a view of the beach from our deck where the locals hang for surfing, boogie-boarding, etc. The pool and hottub overlook the ocean, and there are several lounge chairs right... More

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Phoenix, Arizona, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

This was a great unit with a great view! It had been totally remodeled two years ago so it didn't have that '20-year-old outdated design' look to it. And it had central air, which isn't easy to come by! Great views of the ocean and the sunset. We would definitely go back!

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Beaumont, Texas
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We stayed here for 5 nights, in B37. Our room was dingy and tired looking. The patio overlooked the small beach area, where during the day the homeless hang out, but they do not bother you. We had a side view of the water which was nice. Our A/C worked good but had to use a box fan to keep... More

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los angeles, ca
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32 reviews 32 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

This condo was below average (and my standards aren’t too high). We stayed in a unit that was considered an ‘ocean view’, which was a full view of the beach below and about ¼ of the ocean. The beach below was used mainly by transients/homeless at night and families during the day, and is a very small-scale beach, with tons... More

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CRHHNL, General Manager at Kona Reef, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Aloha, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us and please accept my apologies for any service deficiencies experienced during you recent visit. I’ve brought up the concerns mentioned with the appropriate staff members and can safely say that changes in procedures have been put in place. The Bath & Facial Soap, the Dish-washing Liquid and... More

Seattle, Washington
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

This is a great place to veg out, lounge by the pool, or use as a launchpad to explore the west side of the Big Island. We exchanged our condo through Raintree Vacation Club to stay in this property. We were pleasantly surprised to discover it was right on the ocean and so close to downtown Kailua Kona. Even though... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Castle Kona Reef is next to the ocean, so had ocean view from the balconey of the unit we stayed in (E11 on second floor). The unit was not advertised with an ocean view, so was a pleasant surprise to find we had a view from the balconey and the sunsets were beautiful. We even saw whales one afternoon from... More

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Itasca, Illinois
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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Even tho this property is directly on the ocean it's almost in the ocean!! Sitting on your ocean front balcony you can see whales, the tides, surfers and beautiful sunsets. Have dinner on the balcony and stay there for the evening sunsets, then take a two block walk into the town of Kialua-Kona for a cup of Bongo's coffee and... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 reviews 5 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

The staff at Abbey Vacation Rentals were very professional and helpful. We chose a lower level ocean condo so that we could enjoy direct access to the ocean and enjoy beautiful views from our patio. Starting every day of our vacation watching the surfers while enjoying a Mimosa on our Lani was exactly what we hoped for. The unit was... More

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Also Known As:
Castle Kona Reef Hotel Kailua-Kona
Castle Kona Reef Kailua
Castle Kona Reef Hotel
Castle Kona Reef
Kona Reef Hawaii/Kailua-Kona
Address: 75-5888 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740
Region: United States > Hawaii > Island of Hawaii > Kailua-Kona
Amenities:
Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #16 of 32 Speciality lodging in Kailua-Kona
Price range (per night): RM525 - 850
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Featuring one-bedroom condo rentals with fully equipped kitchens. Enjoy your vacation with all of the comforts of home and the conveniences of a condominium hotel. ... more   less 
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