I recently stayed at the Grand Welcome in Kona. I would recommend this place. Even though it's considered a condo, it's more like a resort townhouse. The neighborhood is safe, quiet and has a nice backdrop of the ocean. Kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal. There's plenty of towels, books and even scuba gear and beach equipment. Location wise, the grocery store is right down the road and Walmart is 15 min away. One of the previous reviewers left a note about critters, this was absolutely not an issue. In fact many of the residents leave their doors open in the evenings and day for the wind. Highly recommend this place.