Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Holualoa Village vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Honl's Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kona Inn Shopping Village. St. Michael The Archangel Church and Kona Farmers Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Kailua Pier - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Kailua-Kona Wharf - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Kamakahonu Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Magic Sands Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Getting around
Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
On The Rocks - 14 min walk
Island Lava Java Kona - 18 min walk
Laverne's Sports Bar - 14 min walk
Gecko Girlz Shave Ice - 18 min walk
Humpy's Big Island Alehouse - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kimo's Getaway
This a very private duplex. Your host lives upstairs. Your's is a new two bedroom, one bath unit, with a full sized kitchen and adjoining dining area. . There is a large lanai viewing the ocean with plenty of relaxing chairs and an outside dining area. You will be a 7 minute walk to Honl's beach and 22 minutes to downtown Kona. Infants (persons two years and younger) are considered guests.
Property manager
Jim Petersen
Languages
English
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: $35 per extra guest
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number GE-153-202-6880-01, TA-153-202-6880-01
Property is also known as
Kimo's Getaway Kailua-Kona
Kimo's Getaway Private vacation home
Kimo's Getaway Private vacation home Kailua-Kona
Kimo's Getaway Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 63 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 63 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Glenn F., Bainbridge Island, WA USA
Apr 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place / Great Host
Loved our stay! A little of everything to make our stay good.
Glenn F.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
William W.
Feb 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable, convenient
Well maintained and convenient to the rest of Kona. Jim was very helpful. Highly recommend!
William W.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
HONGJIAN L.
Feb 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
HONGJIAN L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debi P.
Feb 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort and Style
Jim has created a home away from home for travelers. Gracious and comfortable.
Debi P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeannine D.
Jan 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Lovely unit with great views. Convenient location. Would definitely stay here again!!!!
Jeannine D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
A G.
Dec 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than imagined
Jim was a beyond welcoming host- he met us after unloading our car and showed us all around the property. It’s well-stocked with beach gear and towels. The kitchen was fun to cook in and Jim had all of the necessary equipment on hand. The outdoor shower was a dream come true. My only regrets are not staying longer and forgetting to leave a six pack formUim :)
Very quiet and clean. Jim was always there when we needed him but definitely gave appropriate privacy.
Barry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret K.
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
So Awesome!!
This place was so Awesome, you can't go wrong here. We came to Kona for our 40th Anniversary and this place couldn't have been better. It was wonderful and peaceful for the most part. You can hear the neighbors and the traffic but the view and the room were so awesome the closeness to other people didn't really matter. The host was wonderful and informative about the area and we will definitely book this room if available the next time we come. No AC but at night it cools enough with the windows open and the fans going to be very comfortable. Can't say enough wonderful things about this room.
Margaret K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edward O.
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, great views, immaculate
Was perfect! Totally happy.
Edward O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen F.
Sep 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Kona apt for Queen Liliuokalani race
All good!!!!
Kathleen F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Evelyn C.
Aug 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location. Overnight parking for two cars but a third car can tandem park to visit
This is our second consecutive rental. I’ve met the owner who is helpful.
Great location for a quick overnight stay. Checking in was quick and easy. Accommodation was spacious and had everything we needed. There is even a free roaming chicken that came to visit. We would stay again.
Allison M.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Libby H.
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
Wonderful place! Beautifully decorated and impeccably clean throughout. Really lovely common kitchen/dining/living room area. Bedrooms are cozy and comfy. Worked great for me, my college-aged daughter and teenaged son since my daughter and I shared the room with the adjoining twin beds. Sleeping configuration would also work well for a couple with young kids or 2 couples. Jim is an amazing host -- affable, helpful, really kind. We'd definitely stay here again.
Libby H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel A., Port Angeles, WA
Jun 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Private Exceptional Home
Jim fixed or replaced an inoperable grinder and gave me a tour of the property the morning after we checked in. There’s an outdoor shower and a hot tub. There’s also a view of the ocean from the patio. It was perfect
Daniel A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles T.
May 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tropical getaway
Had a wonderful time staying at Kimo's Getaway with my parents. Jim was nice and welcoming and offered many amenities while we stayed. Really fabulous experience overall!
Charles T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve M.
Apr 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Easy going and well appointed
The property was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. Walking to coffee, dinner, the beach, or local shopping was mostly easy. The street past the property can be quite busy and has no sidewalk.
The host provided towels and bleach gear for our use, which was very appreciated. WiFi was fast, linens were fresh, and there were enough fans to make sleeping very comfortable.
We’re already considering our next visit - thanks again!
Steve M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael O.
Apr 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay in Kona
Jim was great and mad our stay very enjoyable. The place is comfortable and well equipped. Kona Village is close (less than 5 minutes by car and a 15 minute walk).
The road is not conducive for walking (no sidewalk for a section of it), so you need to be nibble and keep your head on a swivel if you like to walk.
The location is very convenient - but the price you pay is noise from traffic. That is true anywhere and Kona is no exception.
Overall, we had a great time!
Michael O.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicki D.
Mar 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Kona Paradise!!
I am not even sure where to start! Jim was an incredible host; welcoming and made us feel right at home. The condo was very well stocked with all the comforts of home and was clean and well-appointed. The rooms were spacious and bright. We were happily surprised at the well-stocked beach supplies including chairs, towels, snorkel gear and boogie boards. We enjoy experiencing new places on foot so the location was awesome in both directions on Ali’i Drive to really feel a part of the action. We recommend this listing 100% and will always hold this vacation near and dear to our hearts. Mahalo Kimo!
Nicki D.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rose B.
Mar 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place With A Beautiful View & Close to Town
Perfect location and has everything you need for comfort . The host Jim was great and we would definitely recommend this home for your stay in Kona . We will definitely return on our next visit . Thanks for having us . Mahalo Rose and Larry
Rose B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie K., Indianapolis, Indiana
Mar 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Comfortable, and Convenient
We certainly enjoyed our one-night stay at Kimo’s Getaway. Jim met us at our arrival and made sure we had everything we needed. When we said we were getting ready to go on a snorkeling trip, he offered us towels from his supply, which we really appreciated. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was well-equipped. Since we were only spending one night in Kona, it was rather difficult to find places that would accept a reservation for that length, so we were very grateful to find such a great option.
Stephanie K.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Arica B.
Mar 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely experience
We had a great stay at Jim's lovely apartment. We enjoyed the lanai, the sunsets, the outdoor shower, the well stocked kitchen, to close access to Kailua Kona. It was spacious and comfortable. We found a route to walk to downtown that avoided the busy road (go up to the Tea Licious parking lot and at the other side of the parking lot you will see a pathway to a road where you can easily find a sidewalk on which to travel safely into the town. We enjoyed this walk.
One thing to note if you, like us, are new to the kind of sunscreen that is used on the Hawaiian islands--be very cautious with the spray sunscreen as it can make a big mess if you spray it on the lava stones near the outdoor shower. For Jim's sake, please learn from our mistake and do not spray suncreen inside the house, near the house, or near the outdoor shower.
Jim was a kind and responsive host. Thank you Jim for hosting us, for providing a beautiful place to enjoy the big island, and also those amazing mangoes.
Arica B.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
DIETER F.
Feb 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
This place is amazing! Ocean view, lots of outside seating for entertaining, great parking, beautifully decorated, full kitchen and walking distance to town!
Jim is a very gracious host!
Thank you for making our stay very relaxing and enjoyable
DIETER F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Jan 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for a stay in paradise
Ideal location and beautiful view! This has all of the amenities of home, the host was great to work with, and the I've been to Hawaii several times and always had issues with bugs no matter how clean the location but I don't think we saw more than a couple of ants and a spider while we were there. Amazing! My son also especially enjoyed the "free range chickens" that roamed the area. A great place to stay!