Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort - Kailua-Kona

75-5888 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740 United States
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Guest rating 4.4 / 5
90% Recommend
(Neighbourhood average 4.2)
4.4 overall guest rating
Reviewed by 10 guests
Average for the neighbourhood is 4.2
"Great management and staff, awesome views!"
 by Merijean from Ashland
We were very surprised at the great quality of this resort. Our room was wonderfull, and the on s...
11/10/09
19.6323, -155.98909
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  • 4.4 Average rating: All Trip Types
  • 90% Recommended
  • 10 Reviews
  • 4.3  Hotel Service
  • 4.1  Room Comfort
  • 4.2  Hotel Condition
  • 4.3  Room Cleanliness

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Trip type Number of reviews Average rating
All Trip Types (10) 4.4
Business (0) 0
Romance (2) 2.5
Family (6) 4.8
With Friends (1) 5.0
All Others (1) 5.0

Overview

Location. Overlooking the deep blue waters of the Pacific, Castle Kona Reef, a Condominium Resort, enjoys a location convenient to shopping, dining and entertainment in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Part of the allure of the Big Island is its contrasting geology. Active volcanoes, shimmering waterfalls, snowcapped mountains, tropical rainforests, a glacial lake and miles upon miles of golden, black, white and even green-sand beaches occupy an area smaller than the state of Connecticut. Guided walking tours of the historic Kailua-Kona area make great daytime excursions, and there are plenty of recreational pursuits available, including snorkeling, scuba diving, horseback riding, kayaking, golfing and parasailing.
Hotel Features The resort features an outdoor pool and jetted tub with a large sundeck surrounding. Adjacent to the pool area is a picnic area with gas grills, a food preparation counter, a sink, a table and chairs. The staff provides concierge service and safe-deposit boxes. A business center is located on site and wireless Internet access is available.

Guestrooms. Each of the condo-style units offer furnished balconies with ocean or garden view. Full kitchens come with refrigerators, ranges and microwave ovens. Other amenities include dial-up Internet access, DVD/VCR, CD stereo and cable television.

Expert Tip. On the other side of the island visitors can check out one of Hawaii's most scenic waterfalls, Akaka Falls, via a paved path that loops through a rainforest. Fantastic views of the 442-foot falls and of nearby Kahuna Falls can be found at the observation point.

Notifications:

  • Guests must be at least 21 years old to check in at this property.
  • Housekeeping is weekly. Additional housekeeping services are available on request (surcharge). Towel exchange is available at the front desk.
  • Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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      Amenities

      Services

      • Concierge desk
      • Express check- in
      • Express check-out
      • Internet access in public areas - surcharge
      • Parking (free)
      • Safe-deposit box - front desk
      • Spa tub
      • Wedding services

      Business & Event

      • Business center

      Accessibility Features

      This hotel does not offer any accessibility features. Please select a different hotel if you are interested in booking a room with accessibility features.

      Rooms (all rooms include)

      • Access via exterior corridors
      • Air conditioning
      • Balcony
      • Cable/satellite television channels
      • Cable television service
      • CD player
      • Ceiling fan
      • Clock radio
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Complimentary toiletries
      • Cribs (infant beds) available
      • Dial-up Internet access
      • DVD/VCR
      • Free local calls
      • Hair dryer
      • Iron/ironing board
      • Kitchen
      • Refrigerator
      • Sofa bed
      • Voice mail
      • Window opens

      General

      • Barbecue grill(s);
      • Elevator/lift;
      • Number of rooms: 130;
      • Picnic area;
      • Swimming pool - outdoor
      Check-in time is 3 PM
      Check-out time is Noon

      Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
      Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are 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.

      Know before you go

    • Guests must be at least 21 years old to check in at this property.
    • Housekeeping is weekly. Additional housekeeping services are available on request (surcharge). Towel exchange is available at the front desk.
    • Dining

      This hotel does not have its own restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area.

      Nearby restaurants:
      Don the Beachcomber
      Bubba Gump Shrimp
      Hard Rock Café Kona
      Outback Steakhouse
      Oodles of Noodles

      Recreation

      The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.


      • Boating
      • Fishing
      • Golf - driving range
      • Golfing
      • Helicopter/airplane sightseeing
      • Hiking/biking trails
      • Horse riding/rental
      • Kayaking
      • Mountain biking
      • Parasailing
      • Personal watercraft
      • Rafting
      • Sailing
      • Scuba diving
      • Snorkeling
      • Tennis

      Guestrooms Guestrooms

      1 Bdrm Ocn Front 1-4

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One Bedroom Ocean Front Hotel Room 1-4 People MAX

      All rooms include All rooms include
      • Access via exterior corridors
      • Air conditioning
      • Balcony
      • Cable/satellite television channels
      • Cable television service
      • CD player
      • Ceiling fan
      • Clock radio
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Complimentary toiletries
      • Cribs (infant beds) available
      • Dial-up Internet access
      • DVD/VCR
      • Free local calls
      • Hair dryer
      • Iron/ironing board
      • Kitchen
      • Refrigerator
      • Sofa bed
      • Voice mail
      • Window opens
      Accessibility features Accessibility features

      This hotel does not offer any accessibility features. Please select a different hotel if you are interested in booking a room with accessibility features.

      1 Bdrm Ocn View 1-4

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One Bedroom Ocean View Hotel Room 1-4 People MAX

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      1 Bdrm Standard 1-4

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One Bedroom Standard Hotel Room 1-4 People MAX

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      1-Bedroom 1 Bath Garden View Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One king or queen bed in bedroom. One sofa bed. Balcony with view of resort gardens and grounds. Living/dining area. VCR. CD player. Dial-up Internet access. Fully equipped kitchen. Washer/dryer. Air conditioned.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      1-Bedroom 1 Bath Garden View Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One king or queen bed in bedroom. One sofa bed. Balcony with view of resort gardens and grounds. Living/dining area. VCR. CD player. Dial-up Internet access. Fully equipped kitchen. Washer/dryer. Air conditioned.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      1-Bedroom 1 Bath Ocean Front Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One queen bed. One sofa bed. Located nearest the rocky beachfront, with panoramic Pacific views from both inside and balcony. Living/dining area. VCR. CD player. Dial-up Internet access. Fully equipped kitchen. Washer/dryer. Air conditioned.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      1-Bedroom 1 Bath Ocean Front Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One queen bed. One sofa bed. Located nearest the rocky beachfront, with panoramic Pacific views from both inside and balcony. Living/dining area. VCR. CD player. Dial-up Internet access. Fully equipped kitchen. Washer/dryer. Air conditioned.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      1-Bedroom 1 Bath Ocean View Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One queen bed and one sofa bed. Balcony with ocean view. Living/dining area. VCR. CD player. Dial-up Internet access. Fully equipped kitchen. Washer/dryer. Air conditioned.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      1-Bedroom 1 Bath Ocean View Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One queen bed and one sofa bed. Balcony with ocean view. Living/dining area. VCR. CD player. Dial-up Internet access. Fully equipped kitchen. Washer/dryer. Air conditioned.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      2-Bedroom 2 Bath Ocean Front Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One king bed and two twin beds. Exterior-corridor access. Balcony with ocean front. Dial-up Internet access. Cable/satellite TV. CD player. Kitchen with refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      2-Bedroom 2 Bath Ocean Front Suite

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      One king bed and two twin beds. Exterior-corridor access. Balcony with ocean front. Dial-up Internet access. Cable/satellite TV. CD player. Kitchen with refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board.

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      Super Value 1-4

      Hotel Info: 866-539-8117

      Super Value Hotel Room 1-4 People MAX

      All rooms include
      Accessibility features

      Check-in information

      The front desk check-in area is open 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Late check-ins must use the courtesy phone outside of the front office to contact security for further check in instructions.

      Terms & conditions

      Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
      Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are 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. Prices shown exclude taxes and fees unless otherwise stated.

      Area map

      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort Kailua-Kona

      A short guide to Kailua-Kona

      Kailua-Kona is the epicenter of shopping and recreation on Hawaii’s western shore. Big-game fishers delight off its waters, while shoppers reel in deals along Alii Drive. The Kailua-Kona area is a hiker’s paradise because many of its best beaches are accessible only by foot. Inland, the scent of coffee permeates the air as plantations harvest precious Kona beans. Nearby coffee farms open for tours.

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      Nearby Activities & Points of Interest

      0.5 - 1.0 mi

      • Hulihee Palace - 1100 yards
      • Kailua-Kona Wharf - 1200 yards

      1.0 - 3.0 mi

      • Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden - 1.8 miles

      3.0+ mi

      • Kahalu'u Beach Park - 4.0 miles
      • Keahou Shopping Center - 4.5 miles
      • Downtown Keauhou - 5.2 miles
      • Kona Country Club - 5.2 miles
      • Kailua-Kona Intl. Airport (KOA) - 7.9 miles
      • Cook Monument - 11 miles
      • Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park - 15 miles
      • Amy Greenwell BH Garden - 18 miles
      • Waikoloa Heliport (WKL) - 22 miles
      • Kamuela Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE) - 33 miles
      • Upolu Point Airport (UPP) - 45 miles

      Reviews

      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2009.11.10
      Recommended Trip type: With Friends "Great management and staff, awesome views!"

      Reviewed by Merijean of Ashland on Nov 10, 2009

      We were very surprised at the great quality of this resort. Our room was wonderfull, and the on site managers very friendly, and doing a great job. We also enjoyed Stanton, security guard. very friendly and helpfull. What a refreshing stay, we will return.

      Overall Rating

      5.0 out of value="5"
      • 5.0 Hotel Service
      • 5.0 Hotel Condition
      • 5.0 Room Comfort
      • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2009.10.29
      Recommended Trip type: Romance

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Oct 29, 2009

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      3.0 out of value="5"
      • 2.0 Hotel Service
      • 3.0 Hotel Condition
      • 3.0 Room Comfort
      • 3.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2009.10.22
      Recommended Trip type: Family "Ocean View"

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Oct 22, 2009

      The hotel had an exceptional ocean view complete with surfers and sunsets. The patio made for a pleasant breakfast. The unit was quite spacious. We really liked having a washer/dryer. The easy walk to waterfront restaurants was great. The staff was quite helpful. The unit needs more remodeling. The wall air conditioner was sufficient for everything except the bedroom. The temperature of the bedroom was not so comfortable for sleeping.

      Overall Rating

      4.0 out of value="5"
      • 4.0 Hotel Service
      • 3.0 Hotel Condition
      • 3.0 Room Comfort
      • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2009.08.24
      Recommended Trip type: All Others "Great Condo resort"

      Reviewed by Jose of Centreville on Aug 24, 2009

      The original room we were given had a poor a/c unit. We arrived late so suffered through it that night. Management moved us the next day with no problem to another unit. The a/c worked great on the second unit. Great Condo resort, pool, barbeque area. Oean view was great! Location was great.

      Overall Rating

      5.0 out of value="5"
      • 5.0 Hotel Service
      • 5.0 Hotel Condition
      • 5.0 Room Comfort
      • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2009.08.04
      Not recommended Trip type: Romance

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Aug 4, 2009

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      2.0 out of value="5"
      • 3.0 Hotel Service
      • 2.0 Hotel Condition
      • 2.0 Room Comfort
      • 1.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2009.03.14
      Recommended Trip type: Family "Great Value"

      Reviewed by Rich of OFallon on Mar 14, 2009

      Good location, clean room, and partial ocean view was excellent. Room had many extra convenience items for our use such as swim masks, board games, and convenient kitchen items.

      Overall Rating

      5.0 out of value="5"
      • 4.0 Hotel Service
      • 5.0 Hotel Condition
      • 4.0 Room Comfort
      • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2008.12.18
      Recommended Trip type: Family "Great view"

      Reviewed by Bob of Tualatin on Dec 18, 2008

      Our room was on the second level just steps from the rocky shore in Kona-Kailua. We had a great view of the ocean, breakers and shoreline of Kona.

      Overall Rating

      5.0 out of value="5"
      • 5.0 Hotel Service
      • 4.0 Hotel Condition
      • 5.0 Room Comfort
      • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2008.12.11
      Recommended Trip type: Family "Great location and view. Not super fancy, but comfortable"

      Reviewed by shane of long beach on Dec 11, 2008

      This hotel is located in a great spot. You are right on the water. We reserved a room with a partial ocean view, but all partial ocean view rooms have a great view of the ocean and the pool. I was told I would have to pay for internet too, but it was everywhere. You have to pay for parking even if you are a hotel guest. Really nice pool, walk down the beach to the resort next door for dinner, cocktails and an outstanding sunset. The resort next door also has a luau. I don't spend alot of time inside my hotel, because i'm very active. If you are going to stay in the hotel for luxury, this is not you place. If you want a place with an average decor, a kitchen, friendly service and a great view, this is your place.

      Overall Rating

      5.0 out of value="5"
      • 5.0 Hotel Service
      • 5.0 Hotel Condition
      • 4.0 Room Comfort
      • 4.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2008.08.07
      Recommended Trip type: Family "Awesome"

      Reviewed by Melissa of Volcano on Aug 7, 2008

      Great time! Convenient, nicely clean well kept, nice staff. Great grilling area and pool.

      Overall Rating

      5.0 out of value="5"
      • 5.0 Hotel Service
      • 5.0 Hotel Condition
      • 5.0 Room Comfort
      • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
      Castle Kona Reef , a Condominium Resort 2008.07.11
      Recommended Trip type: Family

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Jul 11, 2008

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      5.0 out of value="5"
      • 5.0 Hotel Service
      • 5.0 Hotel Condition
      • 5.0 Room Comfort
      • 5.0 Room Cleanliness

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