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75-5888 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI 96740
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Kona Reef
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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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San Jose, Ca
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

We had a 1 bdrm unit with a balcony that had a beach/ocean view. After saying in many comparable timeshare condos, this one is above average on some things and below average on others. The resort is a small building situated between a fairly busy road on one side, and the ocean on the other. The ocean frontage is all... More

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Northern California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013 via mobile

Did not expect to get this fabulous ocean front room (a3) via our timeshare. We must have lucked out. Check in was easy, room is spacious and clean. Love watching the boogie boarders from patio. Kitchen and bath supplies seemed sparse, but we certainly managed. No complaints.

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Vancouver Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

We really loved this place! We were lucky to have an ocean view, so every morning we could watch all the surfers as we had our coffee on the lanai. It was a short walking distance to all the great restaraunts and shopping. The place was very clean, also the pool and grounds were well looked after daily. Will for... More

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Santa Cruz, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

We were in Unit E1, up against a lava rock wall in the basement with no cell phone reception at all in our unit. Our only view was UP to the BBQ area, so everyone was looking down in at us. No bedroom AC, had to leave windows open for air - terrible for sleeping, couldn't darken room in any... More

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Calgary
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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

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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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

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

Aloha! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay here with us at the Kona Reef. Thank you for your kind remarks about Castle, I have relayed them to the staff. The paper & soap products are available for replacement at the front desk free of charge. There is, however, a $10 daily Utility Fee that covers Air Conditioning,... More

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

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
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6 helpful votes 6 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
7 helpful votes 7 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

 
 
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  • Very clean(7)
  • Ocean front(7)
  • Pool area(7)
  • Living room(6)
  • Full kitchen(5)

Additional Information about Kona Reef

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: $$
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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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

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