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The Surf Hideaway is walking distance to everything Kona

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Property grounds
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kailua-Kona, HI
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Kailua Pier
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Kamakahonu Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Surf Hideaway is walking distance to everything Kona

The Surf Hideaway is located in the heart of Kona Hawaii. This is not a fancy condo what you will get is a clean room and bath and the experience of living like a local in Hawaii we live on this site. We offer everything from mask, snorkels and fins there are also beach chairs, boogie boards for your day at the beach. Most guest use the Surf Hideaway as there first and last night on the island because of our location and price. We also love helping our guests with our local knowledge

Property manager

Marc Christopher
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 750221500000, GE-132-474-4704-03, TA-132-474-4704-01

About the area

Kailua-Kona

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Historic Kailua Village, a neighbourhood in Kailua-Kona. Hulihee Palace and Hulihe‘e Palace State Monument are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kona Farmers Market and Kona Inn Shopping Village. KBXtreme and Kona Community Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kailua-Kona, HI

What's nearby

  • Kona Brewing Company - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kamakahonu Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kailua Pier - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scandinavian Shave Ice - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪L & L Hawaiian Barbecue - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Surf Hideaway is walking distance to everything Kona pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Surf Hideaway is walking distance to everything Kona?

As of 10 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Surf Hideaway is walking distance to everything Kona on 11 May 2025 start from AU$241.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is The Surf Hideaway is walking distance to everything Kona located?

Located in Historic Kailua Village, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of KBXtreme and Kailua Pier. St. Michael The Archangel Church and Kona Farmers Market are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nadine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bien

Très bien situé, très bien équipé, beaucoup de rangement Parking sur placeC’est un endroit parfait pour un séjour sur Big Island
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay!!

Met the owners super nice people! Certainly will book again to Surf Hideaway on our next visit to Kona! Thank you for keeping the room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Basic, Clean, Simple, Adequate

The property is clean and as advertised. The neighborhood is not attractive. The bed is hard. The refrigerator and kitchen was great! The walk to the harbor is as described. The owners live in the house behind the rental. There is an upstairs rental. I can see how this place gets complaints of being noisy, but for our stay all was quiet. It was commensurate with the rate, let's face it Kona is expensive!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A really nice stay!

The appartment is small but very cozy. It was clean and equipped with the necessary utensils. Really close to the ocean and the center of Kailua-Kona. We also enjoyed sitting by the table outside while having breakfast or in the evening. Marc is a really friendly host and everything went well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location in Kona Town

Nestled in the hillside, a few blocks from Ali'i Dr, the Surf Hideaway is a good base from which to explore the area. The owners are super friendly and offer all sorts of water sports equipment to their guests. But if you're looking for luxurious lodging, this place would probably miss the mark for you. The bed could use replacing, but the linens were fresh & clean. The door does have a functioning lock so the review stating otherwise is no longer accurate. There was no AC, but I wasn't expecting that given this is Hawaii and cooling tropical breezes prevail. The kitchen was well equipped however, you might find a creepy crawler but, again, this is a tropical island where such things are not uncommon. Personally I prefer a place where toxic pesticides are not overly used. Just make sure to wash dishes prior to use and don't leave open containers of food out (there's a good sized refrigerator to store everything). All in all, it was a good stay but maybe best suited for younger people working with a tight budget, or older folks looking for an adventure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Quick stay overnight

Just a quick stay after a very long flight
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carli H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Taste of Hawaiian style

Super friendly, makes you feel home. Great location, walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Town & Country

Super clean, close to stores, a country atmosphere in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Suzie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
No lights for entry, people partying upstairs very loud all night. Just a crappy little make shift garage. Worst place I have ever rented. So glad only for one night. Door doesn't lock so stayed up all night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as stated....

Owners were welcoming and allowed us to drop a few things off before actual check in time. We only stayed one night. Will stay there again next time we visit Big Island. Great location and
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right on the Money

Just what we needed. Perfect price to allow you to splurge on experiences! Bonus, There is a Walmart just down the street for all your needs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient Beach Bungalow

This was a perfect place to crash when we arrived before we set off for the east side of the island. Comfy bed and super close to the airport and town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

D Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight

I was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is likely the best bang-for-buck in all of Kona! The apartment is clean, comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with essentials. Awesome spot, host is super accommodating, would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Bed was very uncomfortable, no air-conditioning. Didn't sleep well. Ants and roaches. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Marc the owner could not have been nicer. Very accessible and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute!

Was only here for 2 days but the location is amazing. Property is great and owners kind
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Local Style

If you know Kona, it is definately local style (a good thing). It is great for 1 or 2 guest who want to do their thing in the village. Walking distance to all thats needed for those who want to stay young with the 10,000 steps per day. Not so much for the elderly who need to drive everywhere. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Host makes it comfortably and easy to stay. Super close to everything in town. I enjoyed the amenities the communal areas were cool. I was going to stay until the next day but my flight got bumped up earlier so left the same night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to airport

Thank you. Nice to stay close to KOA airport. Little studio was equipped with everything we needed. Friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home

Nice home away from home to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marc Christopher

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Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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