Location was perfect. The condo is near the center part of Kona. Restaurants (which are open till late hours), ABC store, shopping malls, beaches, all of them are within 5 minutes walk. But it was not too close, at the condo you could be free from the bustles and relax. I also liked that the bath was very clean, which is a point I care a lot when choosing where to stay. Joanne was quick in response and she also gave us ideas of where to go. I feel that it was a right decision to stay at Kailua Kona, even though the places in Hilo were more reasonable in price. Highly recommended for first timers like us.