Aston Kona by the Sea

Aliʻi Drive Condo Coast · Kailua-Kona

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Axel’s take

A strong oceanfront base for self-catering stays, with uneven condo interiors

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Axel’s rating: 8.2/10 · A laid-back, 4-star oceanfront condo resort, not a full-service luxury hotel

Aston Kona by the Sea is a laid-back, 4-star condo resort whose strongest assets are space and the oceanfront setting. We'd pick it for a longer, self-catering Kona stay: full kitchens, in-unit laundry and ocean-facing balconies make settling in easy. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff, spacious accommodations and well-kept grounds. The pool, hot tub and barbecue area suit relaxed days between outings.

The catch is consistency: condos are individually owned, and several recent reviews describe dated furniture, with occasional musty smells and cleaning lapses despite broadly positive cleanliness ratings. The sandy lounge overlooks a rocky shoreline; this is not a conventional swimming-beach resort. A car makes dining and exploring easier. Factor in mandatory amenity and departure-cleaning fees, plus housekeeping every third day. We'd skip it for uniformly polished rooms or full-service resort pampering.

Rooms
Spacious condos with kitchens, laundry and balconies; furnishings and comfort vary by unit.
Cleanliness
Generally praised, but some recent guests report musty smells or cleaning lapses.
Service
Friendly, helpful staff earn consistent praise; the front desk is not staffed overnight.
Amenities
Oceanfront pool, hot tub, grills and sandy lounge; more self-catering base than full-service resort.
Fees and surprises
Mandatory amenity fee includes parking and Wi-Fi; separate departure-cleaning fee; housekeeping every third day.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

75-6106 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona

Oceanfront on Alii Drive, a short drive from central Kona; a car is useful.

Amenities and check-in

Oceanfront pool, hot tub, grills and sandy lounge; more self-catering base than full-service resort.

Check-in

after 4:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking (extra charge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Accessible
  • Wi-Fi (extra charge)
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: $100 per room per stay
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Aston Kona by the Sea — Kailua-Kona, United States

Aston Kona by the Sea is a laid-back, 4-star oceanfront condo resort, not a full-service luxury hotel in Kailua-Kona, United States.

Address: 75-6106 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona. Property ID: 1076765.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/kailua-kona/aston-kona-by-the-sea-1076765

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

StayAxel totalExpedia or Booking.comDifferenceSeenLinks
Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights$973$1,188 on Booking.com$215 less (18%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights$949$1,065 on Expedia$116 less (11%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$822$901 on Booking.com$79 less (9%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights$916$974 on Expedia$58 less (6%)Oct 31Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms

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Total price: $1,011 USD

2026-11-05 to 2026-11-08 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-05$285 for 1 night · 2 nights $713 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-06$428 for 1 night · 2 nights $726 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-07$298 for 1 night · 2 nights $719 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$421 for 1 night · 2 nights $861 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$440 for 1 night · 2 nights $882 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$442 for 1 night · 2 nights $873 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$431 for 1 night · 2 nights $862 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$431 for 1 night · 2 nights $891 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$460 for 1 night · 2 nights $916 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$456 for 1 night · 2 nights $872 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$416 for 1 night · 2 nights $843 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$427 for 1 night · 2 nights $828 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$401 for 1 night · 2 nights $851 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$450 for 1 night · 2 nights $900 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$450 for 1 night · 2 nights $871 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$421 for 1 night · 2 nights $971 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$550 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,098 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$548 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,087 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$539 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,050 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$511 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,055 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$544 for 1 night · 2 nights $945 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$401 for 1 night · 2 nights $807 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$406 for 1 night · 2 nights $917 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$511 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,050 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$539 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,078 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$539 for 1 night · 2 nights $924 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$385 for 1 night · 2 nights $901 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$516 for 1 night · 2 nights $948 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$432 for 1 night · 2 nights $738 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-04$306 for 1 night · 2 nights $822 · up to 14 nights priced

#2 of 2 hotels in Aliʻi Drive Condo Coast by Axel's take. Aliʻi Drive Condo Coast is #3 of 3 places to stay in Kailua-Kona. The best hotels in Aliʻi Drive Condo Coast, ranked · Where to stay in Kailua-Kona

Axel's take: 8.2/10

A strong oceanfront base for self-catering stays, with uneven condo interiors A laid-back, 4-star oceanfront condo resort, not a full-service luxury hotel, scored for what it is.

Aston Kona by the Sea is a laid-back, 4-star condo resort whose strongest assets are space and the oceanfront setting. We'd pick it for a longer, self-catering Kona stay: full kitchens, in-unit laundry and ocean-facing balconies make settling in easy. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff, spacious accommodations and well-kept grounds. The pool, hot tub and barbecue area suit relaxed days between outings.

The catch is consistency: condos are individually owned, and several recent reviews describe dated furniture, with occasional musty smells and cleaning lapses despite broadly positive cleanliness ratings. The sandy lounge overlooks a rocky shoreline; this is not a conventional swimming-beach resort. A car makes dining and exploring easier. Factor in mandatory amenity and departure-cleaning fees, plus housekeeping every third day. We'd skip it for uniformly polished rooms or full-service resort pampering.

  • Best for: Families wanting kitchens and extra space; Longer self-catering stays; Couples prioritizing ocean views

  • Watch out for: Uneven furnishings and condition between condos; Rocky shore, not a conventional swimming beach; Mandatory amenity and departure-cleaning fees

  • Location: Oceanfront on Alii Drive, a short drive from central Kona; a car is useful.

  • Rooms: Spacious condos with kitchens, laundry and balconies; furnishings and comfort vary by unit.

  • Cleanliness: Generally praised, but some recent guests report musty smells or cleaning lapses.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful staff earn consistent praise; the front desk is not staffed overnight.

  • Amenities: Oceanfront pool, hot tub, grills and sandy lounge; more self-catering base than full-service resort.

  • Fees and surprises: Mandatory amenity fee includes parking and Wi-Fi; separate departure-cleaning fee; housekeeping every third day.

Axel's opinion of Aston Kona by the Sea, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Aston Kona by the Sea

  • Property type: Apart-hotel
  • 4-star hotel
  • Aston Hotels & Resorts
  • 75-6106 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona
  • Guest rating: 4.4/5 on Google from 683 reviews (location 4.1/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Kailua Pier: 9 min by taxi · Kona International Airport: 25 min by taxi · Waimea-Kohala Airport (MUE): 57 min by taxi · Hilo International Airport: 104 min by taxi · Honl’s Beach: 3 min by taxi · Ali'i Drive Garden Marketplace: 3 min walk
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: $100 per room per stay
  • Amenities: Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Parking (extra charge), Self-service laundry, Accessible, Wi-Fi (extra charge), Wi-Fi in public areas, Kitchen in some rooms
  • Check-in from: 16:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Kailua-Kona

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

2 Bedrooms Suite with ocean view

2 Bedrooms Suite oceanfront

1 Bedroom Double Suite with ocean view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite with partial ocean view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite oceanfront (full double bed)

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