Highly recommend Rayshel’s apartment.
We were there for Kona Ironman and the locations was great - just a short stroll to a great snorkelling beach and also to the free shuttle bus stop (route 201 that goes from the shopping centre all the way into Kona), and the hire bikes which were a good way to get around too.
On race day the free Ironman shuttle picked me up from the end of the street, so was super easy to get to transition.
It’s a very homely apartment, decent kitchen with lots of pots/pans and utensils etc.
The pool is by no means luxurious but was nice for a quick dip to cool off.
The area is really quiet and peaceful. A perfect location to relax and base yourself during your time on the big island.