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Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool

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Outdoor dining
Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
TV, offices

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 686 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Waimea, HI
  • Place, Puako Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Puako Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waialea Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Kamuela

At this condo you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Mauna Kea Beach. .Condo features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Puako Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Puako Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waialea Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mauna Kea Beach - 12 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CanoeHouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ikena Landing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Copper Bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool

Summary:

Right across the street from sandy beach! Puako Bay with lots of beach front to walk and play on.



The Space:

THERE MAY BE SOME NOISE DUE TO SPALLING WORK OCCURRING AUGUST THROUGH OCTOBER UNDER THE 4TH FLOOR. PLEASE INQUIRE FOR FURTHER DETAILS



This floor may be accessed by shared elevator or an open air stair case and the front door is accessed from the outside via an open air walkway minimizing your contact with others.



A perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day of beach going. The best white sand beaches on the island are just a few minutes away by car. You can even walk across the street to enjoy the quiet white sand beach with tide pools that are great for kids.



Snorkeling, kayaking, walking & biking are some of the fun activities that you can do in Puako. Plus whale watching and surfing in the winter months.



Come enjoy this fabulous retreat!



Amenities Include; Wifi, TV (in livingroom & bedroom), Blueray DVD, Stereo, Washer, Dryer, Ceiling fans, AC in the living room and masterbedrom) Dishwasher, Microwave, Beach Towels & BBQ.

Sleeps 6 - (3) Queens.



PLEASE NOTE: This unit has ONE dedicated parking stall. Please consider renting a larger vehicle to accommodate all of your party. There is NO street parking allowed for vacation rentals according to local regulations. A secondary parking stall within the designating building parking lot MAY be an option but cannot be guaranteed for the duration of your stay or designated until shortly before your arrival. IF and as available, the additional parking stall within the designating building parking lot will be assessed an additional, daily fee. Please inquire directly, shortly before your arrival, for further information and potential availability.



Please keep in mind that Guest is in a very small and peaceful residential neighborhood. Noise carries over quiet landscapes and near water. IBR asks that Guest and Guest’s children respect Property neighbors' privacy, peace and quiet between 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Please refrain from using the lanais for conversations or viewing devices during quiet hours.



STVR-19-362792 

TA/GE-198-572-6464-01



* Nightly rates are based on up to 6 persons. 

* 4-10 night stay required depending on time of year and availability.

* Rates are subject to change without notice. Rates will be confirmed at time of reservation.

* Rates exclude taxes, additional options and fees.

* A mid-stay clean may be scheduled for stays exceeding 14 nights.

* A mid-stay clean may include making beds with clean linens, changing linens and towels, cleaning toilet(s), cleaning stove top and countertops in kitchen, vacuum and dusting, sweeping and mopping. 

*Some baby gear options, for an additional fee, based on availability at time of request



Guest Access:

Guests will have full use and access to condo and grounds. The pool deck and public BBQ area is shared with other persons in building.



The Neighborhood:

Puako is still the only ocean front residential community along the Gold Coast/Kohala Coast of the Big Island nestled between the Mauna Lani Resort, Fairmont Orchid and Mauna Kea/Hapuna Resorts. Hapuna Beach State Park has earned the reputation of being one of Hawaii Island's finest beaches. It is the largest White Sands Beach on The Big Island and consistently rates on Top Ten lists internationally. Hapuna Beach offers some wonderful opportunities for swimming, bodysurfing, bodyboarding, sunbathing and snorkeling and is just a mile from Puako. You can even drive the back road to Hapuna Beach and not get on the Highway. Local shore fisherman can be seen daily enjoying the great reef fishing. Puako Beach Drive has no through access which keeps it virtually still undiscovered by many.



There are six separate "beach" accesses along this stretch of beach. Although there is not a tremendous amount of sand, there are tide pools and the extensive protected reef is remarkable. During low tide, small pools dot the entire coastline and these pools are filled with small sea life that make excellent areas to explore for all ages. If you enjoy shore diving, kayaking and snorkeling you can find a spot along this stretch of shoreline to enter the water. Offshore the reef is home to a wide variety of fish and many days you will see dolphins playing right from the shore. Enjoy the Whales who return each year to mate and give birth in the tropical warm waters during the winter months.



Getting Around:

A car is recommended for getting around the area and enjoying all that Hawaii Island has on offer.



Interaction with Guests:

We like to say hello in person, but keep to ourselves otherwise. We are a professional management company and are available to assist you at any time during your stay.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 920 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please do not park on the street or block traffic.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA-198-572-6464-01, GE-198-572-6464-01

Property is also known as

67d0a72420cebd000fb97e81
Puako Condo 405 First Class at the Top in Puako Beach!
Puako Condo 405 - Fine Designed Ocean View Top Floor Unit Condo

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool?

Yep, Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool is a short 13-minute walk from Puako Beach.

Does Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool have a pool?

Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool has a pool and a communal pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool?

No, Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool?

No, pets are not allowed.

Puako Condo 405 ~ 3 BR ~ Ocean View ~ Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Autumn E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views, beds need attention.

We recently stayed at the Puako Condo and overall had a nice experience, though there are a few things future guests should be aware of.Let’s start with the good: the location is fantastic—peaceful, scenic, and perfectly situated for exploring the Kohala Coast. The ocean view from the lanai is absolutely incredible—sunsets here are something special. The grounds are beautifully maintained, and the pool area is clean, quiet, and inviting. You can tell the exterior of the property is well cared for.Inside the unit, however, things felt a bit outdated—particularly the beds. It genuinely felt like we were sleeping on someone’s 20-year-old mattress. The comfort level was noticeably lacking, and the bedding (sheets and blankets) was similarly tired and very cheap-feeling. This was the biggest downside of our stay and something that could be easily improved with some thoughtful investment.Cleanliness was okay overall, but clearly, certain areas like under the couch haven’t been touched in a while—which was a bit off-putting. The air conditioner worked well and was definitely appreciated, but note that only the main bedroom and living room are cooled. The second bedroom gets quite warm, especially at night.All in all, the condo has amazing potential and is in a prime spot. With updated beds and a little more attention to interior detail, it could be a five-star stay. Hope to see those improvements for next time!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances M., Merion Station, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice condo

Lovely
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Condo and Property Manager

This place was great! There is a grocery store 15 minutes away in the resort town. This location is peaceful, close to beaches, and so relaxing. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cinda B., Mount Vernon, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness

Puako paradise

Terrific property for 4 family members-clean, convenient & attractive decor. Gorgeous view from 4th floor & handy to have Puako general store next door. Kitchen is well-equipped & bathrooms are very nice. Close to the best beaches on the island. The complex is very quiet & has many rules & restrictions, so not for everyone, but worked for us. Affordable & comfortable place to stay in Puako.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular Views

The views are postcard worthy and the pictures used in this listing don’t do it justice. The complex manager is super friendly and gave us some tips on some things to do. This condo is right across the street from the beach. If you like tide pools there are many to enjoy. I would recommend bringing water shoes. There is also a small market next door to the condo that has some food, cold drinks and scuba/snorkel gear as well. It’s about 80-90 min to Hilo and 20 from the Kona airport. There is a full grocery store 10 min away as well. Up the street there was a food truck that came every day w malasadas (a delicious Hawaiian doughnut) wonderful treats. :-) Mahalo for the memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Max C., Portland Oregon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view, Nicely furnished

View from the Lanai is amazing (see listing picture) and overall the condo was well furnished/decorated. Kitchen was well appointed -- plenty of dishes, pots, pans, spices, dishwasher, full size fridge, blender, toaster oven, etc. The management company (Island Beach Rentals) was very communicative and stopped by towards the end of the stay to ask if everything was OK. They provided some fresh fruit on move-in, which was a nice touch. The beach access across the street is close and fun to explore, but it's rocky and doesn't provide much sunbathing / swimming opportunities. That said, it's a very short drive to Beach 69 which offers a beautiful sandy beach with plenty of shade -- that's where I spent most of my time. Only issue is that there was construction happening on the next door unit (also managed by IBR) which was a bit noisy during the day; though most of the time I was out enjoying the lovely island. Overall: A+ would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jean S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

Its been almost 40 years since we last stayed there, family owned a condo and remembers manager, great lady and helpful. Had wonderful visit. Bill
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rowly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good value

The property management was highly responsive. The unit is clearly well-managed. The prior reviews and comments reflect our experience. This home is a good value. The two smaller bedrooms are very warm at night and their windows are on an exterior hallway which can be noisy. The unit contains a number of personal effects and some clutter but overall is clean and comfortable. The location is excellent with a nice view from the balcony over the rooftops to the ocean. It is fairly well equipped for simple cooking. We really appreciated the prompt attention of the property managers.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view, great location, great condo!

Jay was great to work with, we had to adjust our arrival/departure dates a few times and he was very helpful and accommodating. We arrived and found a few essentials missing from the condo so we called Jay and he had the problem remedied quickly! The condo is very well equipped to cook meals, relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the ocean right across the street. The condo was very clean and comfortable. The pool and grounds of the complex are amazing. The entire experience was a 5 star.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margene A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Great location, super nice condo. It was a great layout for us. We liked the flowers put out every day, the condo was well equipped with kitchen and beach items, thank you for the umbrella!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

kathleen b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic sorry to be leaving but know we will be back.

Perfection
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot on the Island

We enjoyed our stay in Puako at condo 405. The area was beautiful. A short 4 minute drive south down the private road took us to an unbelievable beach for snorkeling. We saw turtles, tons of fish, moray eels, an eagle ray, and an octopus. There was fresh fruit at the condos every day- the bananas were amazing. The view from the fourth level was incredible. The house itself was comfortable and had just about everything you would need. There was snorkel gear for four people- we only had to rent one set. The only issue we had was that the air conditioner in the bedroom did not seem to be working quite right. The water needed to be emptied a couple times a day and it seemed to go off and on more often than it should. We would have loved to stay a lot longer in this peaceful community.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Vickie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Life at the Beach

Overall, our stay was nice. Good location and close proximity to snorkeling and beaches. In fact, some of the best beaches on the island are very close. Having the General Store right next door is great also. The condo is well stocked with dishes, towels, and all kinds of beach paraphernalia. The condo is advertised as air conditioned. The one in the living room worked but the one in the master bedroom was leaking so bad that it couldn't be used for most of week we were there. When we did have it on, I had to change out towels, wash and dry them, and return them underneath the air conditioner. This created about 3-4 extra washing loads during the week. Neither unit reached the back bedrooms at all. My 2 teenagers were miserable having to sleep on top of their bed covers. Beings there were record high temperatures and no trade winds during our stay, I called the Property Manager and asked for some good fans for those bedrooms. Jay was great in bringing 2 fans to the condo. Some of the condo rules are pretty onerous also. "Don't make your horn beep when locking your car," "Hand carry all your luggage up the steps to the elevator, don't drag them on the stairs." "Don't talk too loud on the balcony." If you are breaking any of these rules, Sarah, the onsite manager, will be at your door in a flash. Don't get me wrong, I totally understand the necessity of having rules. We just found that these were a lot more uninviting then inviting. Overall, we would probably stay here again if for nothing else than the location and the sunset views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Fantastic place!

This property was a perfect place for our family. The condo was well equipped and nicely maintained. Our children loved the pool and we often had it all to ourselves! Beautiful grounds! Sara, the property manager on site was very helpful. We definitely plan on staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Willard M., Modesto, California USA

Tip top on the top!

We have been here before to this condo building. The unit we have rented in the past was booked so we found this one. We really enjoyed our stay at this unit. We found it in very good condition. We were pleased with the wide assortment of kitchen items. We usually just "move in" and never buy any meals in restaurants other than the first day. Often we find we need something that wasn't in the condo. We bought one thing: a dish cloth. So was really well stocked. None of us had ever used a microwave-convection combination unit so that was a learning curve. But was ok. The kitchen even has some nice large knives that cut up our pineapples very nicely. The unit was decorated very nicely. The in unit washer and dryer was so convenient. We used the grill on the lanai and it was wonderful. There was a nice selection of beach toys, chairs, and some snorkle gear. And beach towels in the closet. We felt right at home. The best part of all was the view from the lanai. We ate every meal out there so we could see or hear the ocean. We also like the view out the back that looks toward Mauna Kea. We were thrilled to see it have a snow cap. The Puako General Store had a nice variety of things. Seemed nicer than last trip. We were sad that there were no sea turtles this trip. We also saw so many other times. They must have been on vacation right now. We like Beach 69, Hapuna, and the Mauna Kea Beaches. I feel they are some of the nicest in the islands. We did our usual trip to Hilo and the falls. Stopped at the Volcanoes, watched the waves crash on the north shore and went to the Vanilla Farm for lunch and tour..... a must. The people at the condo complex are always helpful. Sara was happy to see us again and keeps the place looking top top. Everything was good overall. I was probably the least happy with the management folks. Didn't seem to have the warm Hawaiian Spirit. I never had a bad experience, just basically no experience with them. Guess that isnt quite correct. They had apparently placed a large pointsettia plant in the unit to make it festive. Make sure you give them lots of notice to call you back if you leave a message. I did find I like it better renting from the owners, rather than a property management company where you are just another customer. There were three couples of us and we all would certainly return again to the Kohala Waikoloa area again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2016