House vacation rentals in Kailua-Kona

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Quick stats about house rentals in Kailua-Kona

  • Total vacation rentals

    Explore 350 vacation rentals in Kailua-Kona

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Kailua-Kona vacation rentals start at $50 per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 22,170 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly vacation rentals

    270 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly vacation rentals

    Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

  • Vacation rentals with a pool

    170 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    230 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    350 of Kailua-Kona vacation rentals include wi-fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Kailua-Kona rentals

  • 4.8 Average rating

    Kailua-Kona stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Top-rated house rentals in Kailua-Kona

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A spacious lanai is presented with modern furnishings, including a sofa and a dining area. Large sliding glass doors offer views of the surrounding nature and ocean. The wooden deck is complemented by potted plants, allowing for an inviting outdoor space.
Home in Kailua-Kona
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Ocean-View Retreat in Kona Countryside

Escape to a private, 2BR retreat on 3 lush acres in Holualoa—where hotel-style efficiency meets island charm.Step onto the lanai for sweeping ocean views, stunning sunsets, and cool mountain breezes.Just 10 minutes to Kona town, beaches, and the airport.With a full kitchen, BBQ, fire pit table, and modern comforts, it’s perfect for couples seeking a peaceful and private escape with scenic veiws. Grill dinner, unwind by the fire pit, or roll out a yoga mat and greet the day in serene surroundings

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Top guest favorite
A serene outdoor space features a sparkling turquoise pool and a hot tub, with a stunning sunset in the background. Comfortable seating under an umbrella is arranged nearby, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere.
Home in Kailua-Kona
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews

Private Pool - 180° Ocean View - Minutes to Beach

WOW! That’s what guests always say when they arrive at Kona Heavens Hideaway — Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, exotic fruit trees, and vibrant birds, this 1-acre property offers total privacy, stunning 180° ocean views, and comfortable breezes at 900 ft elevation. Just 4 miles from Kona town and close to beaches, it's the perfect blend of quiet country living and convenient access to everything you need. Spacious, serene, truly special — with reallyFast WiFi Hawaii Tax ID: W01435344-01

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The outdoor area features a beautifully shaped heated pool, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Palm trees and vibrant foliage create a serene atmosphere, while rocks form a cascading waterfall, adding a relaxing soundscape to the environment.
Home in Holualoa
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Tropical villa: Heated pool, hot tub & ocean views

Beautifully updated home nestled on a private corner lot in an upscale gated community, just minutes away from the town of Kona. Immerse yourself in the resort-style backyard w/ a heated pool, a cascading waterfall, a relaxing hot tub, and lush tropical landscaping. Comfortably sleeps 8, perfect for families. Enjoy fast Wi-Fi, smart TVs, luxurious linens, updated bathrooms, a well-stocked kitchen, and plenty of beach and pool gear to make your stay truly memorable. Fully licensed: STVR-19-365351

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The exterior of the Wailima Beach House is framed by lush greenery, featuring a vibrant green façade and a mix of colored siding. Sunlight bathes the garden area, highlighting the manicured lawn and tropical plants that create a serene retreat.
Home in Kahaluu-Keauhou
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Wailima Beach House, Kona, Magic Sands Beach

Wailima Beach House is real island living while vacationing here on the Big Island. The home features beautiful Asian antiques, bamboo and rattan furniture plus Pacific themed artworks. The garden setting provides the perfect escape from life's hustles and bustles. Walking distance to Magic Sands Beach Park and easy drive to Kahalu'u snorkel beach means you really don't have to go anywhere else. Keahou Shopping Center is 10 min. away with KTA grocery store plus boutique shops and restaurants.

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A vibrant sunset is seen over the horizon, with clouds reflecting warm oranges and pinks. Silhouettes of palm trees and distant greenery frame the scene, creating a serene backdrop as day transitions to night.
Home in Kailua-Kona
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 316 reviews

Entire rental unit Kona Ohana

Welcome to our beautiful home located at Kailua Kona. Our house is nestled in a peaceful gated neighborhood, offering a serene and relaxing atmosphere for your stay. Entire guest suite attached to the main house, separate entrance. Private one bedroom with 2 king size beds full bath with a full kitchen, washer and dryer, etc. We live next door with our children. We are an active family and you will likely hear us living our happy life :) We wake fairly early and are in bed by 11 most nights.

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Top guest favorite
The image captures a panoramic view of a private heated swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery. Lounge chairs are positioned around the pool, and a shaded gazebo adds to the outdoor space. In the background, the vibrant blue ocean stretches under a clear sky.
Home in Holualoa
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Exceptional Oceanview Home - Pool & Stunning View

Exceptional quality, unobstructed panoramic Oceanview, three-bedroom home with AC and a heated pool located in Kailua-Kona. As you walk through the door and see the deep blue ocean, you have arrived in Hawaiian paradise! The home features wide pocket doors that seamlessly expand the living space out to a large balcony (lanai). Relax in your own private oasis swimming pool, lounge in the shade under a poolside gazebo, unwind in your own hot tub! All just minutes from restaurants & shopping.

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Top guest favorite
A lush green yard is framed by palm trees, with vibrant blue water visible beyond. A pathway of stepping stones leads through the manicured grass towards the ocean, highlighted by a clear sky dotted with scattered clouds.
Home in Keauhou
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

The Mango Cottage on Keauhou Bay

Cottage on private, gated, 1 acre waterfront estate. Swim, surf, kayak, and snorkel from yard. Watch dolphins and boats in the bay. Walk to manta ray, snorkeling, kayaking, whale and dolphin tours, golf, restaurants, movie theater, and outdoor market. Two room suite. King bed. Full kitchen. Large shower. Covered deck with partial ocean views. Use of kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. Book alone or with Ocean Cottage. Couples and single travellers only. 100% non-smoking property inside and out.

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Top guest favorite
A private solar heated pool is surrounded by tropical landscaping, featuring a waterfall cascading over black rocks. Comfortable outdoor seating is arranged nearby, with vibrant plants adding color and lushness to the serene atmosphere.
Home in Holualoa
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Tropical Oasis: Heated Pool, Waterfall, Ocean View

Welcome to Nakukui Hale, your own private Hawaiian sanctuary — a beautifully designed estate for up to 8 guests in a gated community. A resort-style waterfall spills over lava rock into a deep blue-tiled heated pool. Wander the lush landscape, listen to colorful birds sing, and unwind in the elevated private gazebo as the sun sets over the Pacific. Just minutes from Ali'i Drive, Magic Sands Beach, Ironman Pier and the best restaurants in Kona town. This is Hawaii living at its absolute finest.

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Top guest favorite
The spacious home features natural wood accents, a wide balcony, and large windows that reflect the tropical landscape. Surrounding gardens with lush greenery create a serene atmosphere, while a small pond with a waterfall adds a soothing element to the exterior.
Home in Holualoa
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews

Stunning Serene Bali Retreat [Pool/AC/Ocean View]

Experience true island living! This 2,000 sq ft home features indoor/outdoor living, Thai/Balinese architecture, hand-carved wood everywhere, and ample windows/skylights that showcase the beauty of the Big Island. The kitchen/living rooms connect to the owner's retreat via covered dining lanai stretching back to the private pool. Perched on a hill with 180º ocean views, this secluded retreat enjoys a quiet atmosphere and cooler temps than busy downtown while not being far from the action.

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Home in Holualoa
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews

Huge Kona Home • Ocean View • Pool • 4 bdrms • AC

Bringing the whole crew—or two families? This breezy 4BR, 3BA Kona home is built for fun and flexibility. Two stories mean plenty of space to gather—or sneak off for quiet time. With two kitchens, two living rooms, A/C, smart TVs, and indoor laundry, everyone gets room to relax. Take in an almost 180° ocean view of Kona bay, lounge on breezy lanais, fire up the BBQ, or float in the pool. Pick fresh mangoes and starfruit on-site. Just 5 mins to Kona town—your perfect island escape awaits.

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Home in Keauhou
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Romantic Keauhou Retreat | Pool + Tropical Lanai!

🌴Escape to paradise in this bright, tropical retreat in beautiful Keauhou Bay. Perfect for couples on their honeymoon/anniversary or solo travelers looking to relax, this stylish condo blends resort-style relaxation with island charm. Discounts available for longer stays—perfect for a more relaxed Kona getaway. Spend your days lounging by the stunning pool, enjoying coffee on the spacious lanai, snorkeling nearby beaches, or watching sunsets surrounded by palms and tropical breezes.

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Top guest favorite
A large lap pool is surrounded by a wooden deck and tropical landscaping. Poolside loungers are positioned for relaxation, with views of the ocean and distant trees. The area is bathed in natural light, creating a serene outdoor atmosphere.
Home in Kailua-Kona
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 217 reviews

Halia Hale

Escape to your own private Kona retreat, perfect for couples or friends. This gated and fully fenced home sits among 500+ mature Kona coffee trees and seasonal fruit like mango, papaya, banana, tangerine, orange, and avocado. Relax by the lap pool, detox in the commercial-grade sauna, or sip fresh coffee on the lanai. Just minutes from Kona’s beaches, shops, and dining, yet peaceful and secluded—an ideal spot to recharge and enjoy the spirit of Hawai‘i.

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