Raintree at Kona Reef Hawaii

The Resort and Its Setting

Raintree at Kona Reef Hawaii sits directly on Ali'i Drive in Kailua-Kona, with an oceanfront position that's hard to beat on this side of the island. Suites come with full kitchens, which suits the way most owners actually use a Hawaii week — cooking some meals in, eating out for others. On site you'll find two pools, a hot tub and a BBQ area, all straightforward amenities that cover the basics without over-promising. Google reviewers rate the property 4.4 out of 5 from over 500 reviews, a solid score for an established resort of this type. It operates under the Raintree Vacation Club brand, which runs a handful of properties across different destinations.

Kailua-Kona and the Kona Coast

Kailua-Kona is the main town on the Big Island's dry, sunny west side, and the resort's location puts you within a third of a mile of the town centre, with its shops, restaurants and harbourfront. The Kona Coast itself — a short walk or drive away — is where most people spend their beach and snorkelling time, with calm water and easy ocean access typical of this stretch of coastline. Further afield, the island rewards a rental car: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is roughly an hour south, Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park (the Place of Refuge) is about 10 miles down the coast, and the summit of Mauna Kea, home to some of the world's best stargazing, is around 26 miles away. It's a lot of island to cover from one base, which is part of why Kailua-Kona works well as a hub.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own a week at Raintree at Kona Reef Hawaii and want to sell or rent it out, BidMyTimeshare.com works as a direct owner-to-owner marketplace: you list your week, set your own asking price, and interested buyers or renters contact you through the platform. There's no commission taken on the sale — sellers pay a single, one-time listing fee to get their week in front of buyers, and that's it.

Because this is a resale through an independent owner rather than a brand-direct purchase, the transfer itself is handled by the resort's owners' association or management company rather than by BidMyTimeshare.com. Before you agree on a price with a buyer, both sides should confirm two things directly with Raintree Vacation Club or the resort's management: the current transfer fee for changing the deed or membership into the new owner's name, and the current annual maintenance fee for the unit or points involved. These figures vary by unit type and change periodically, so always get them in writing rather than relying on what a previous listing stated.

A resale buyer typically receives ownership of the week or points itself, along with whatever RCI exchange eligibility comes attached to that ownership — but not any loyalty perks, promotional credits, or benefits tied specifically to the original purchaser. If the resort's association has a right of first refusal or similar transfer process, factor in the extra time that can add to your sale timeline, and let buyers know the deal is subject to that approval.

Practical Notes for Buyers and Renters

Buyers and renters alike are usually looking for the same basics: confirmation of which week or season the unit covers, unit size and kitchen setup, and proximity to the beach and town — all of which this resort delivers given its Ali'i Drive address. Anyone renting rather than buying should also ask the owner directly about check-in logistics and what's included, since rental terms are set by each individual owner on the marketplace, not by BidMyTimeshare.com.

Getting There

Kailua-Kona is served by Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, a short drive from the resort, making it one of the more accessible Big Island bases for owners flying in from the US mainland or further afield.