5 Island Homes and Condos with Sweeping Hawaiian Ocean Views

Steps from the shoreline in East Honolulu’s highly desirable Hahaione neighborhood in Hawaii Kai, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home balances comfort with an easygoing island rhythm. Inside, a spacious living room and dedicated dining area set the stage for everyday routines, while an expansive family/entertainment room adds welcome flexibility for movie nights, game days, or hosting friends. Natural light moves through an open, inviting layout, giving the interiors an airy, relaxed feel throughout the day. Outside, a private patio creates a quiet spot to unwind and settle into the pace of Hawaii Kai living. The location keeps daily life effortlessly connected to nearby shopping, restaurants, parks, hiking trails, world-famous beaches, and a variety of entertainment options—ideal for days that begin at home and end outdoors.

Within the exclusive gated community of Puu Lani Ranch, this private island retreat is set at an ideal elevation for Kona’s comfortable year-round climate. On a beautifully landscaped one-acre parcel, the spacious residence is conceived for seamless indoor-outdoor living, with expansive lanais that encourage unhurried mornings and easy evenings with friends. Cool mountain breezes move through the outdoor spaces as the day gives way to spectacular sunsets and star-filled skies, heightened by virtually no light pollution. Surrounded by native beauty, the setting offers the calm rhythm of country living with a strong sense of privacy. And yet, everyday life remains close at hand—just minutes from Kailua-Kona conveniences, as well as beaches, golf, dining, shopping, and the Kona International Airport—so you can drift between retreat and town with ease.

Along the water’s edge in Lahaina, this updated townhome-style condo is oriented to daily sunsets and the easy rhythm of Keonenui Bay. From the lanai, ocean life becomes part of the view—turtles, dolphins, and even whales are noted sightings—while a sandy beach sits just below. Inside, the layout is crisp and practical: a main level with living room, dining area, kitchen, and a half bath, then two upstairs bedrooms, each with an ensuite bath for privacy and comfort. Beyond the front door, well-managed tropical grounds create a true resort cadence, with a pool, kiddie pool, and grilling areas set against ocean views. It’s a place where mornings start outdoors and evenings naturally return to the horizon.

Along the Kohala Coast in Hawi, this expansive acreage pairs open landscape with sweeping Pacific Ocean views, year-round sunsets, and sightlines reaching toward Maui. Set within the exclusive 293-acre gated Ranch at Puakea, the homesite is part of a 13-parcel community designed for privacy and a quietly peaceful rhythm on Hawai‘i Island. The setting invites long, unhurried days shaped by sky, light, and horizon—an ideal backdrop for a legacy residence that feels deeply connected to its surroundings. Approved building plans offer a meaningful head start toward a custom island retreat, while the inclusion of AI-generated imagery is presented strictly as architectural inspiration and not as a representation of future construction. Here, the experience is defined by space, seclusion, and the enduring pull of the ocean at day’s end.

Size: 20.06 acres

Rising above the Kona coastline, Penthouse 704 at Royal Sea Cliff frames ocean and sunset views toward Mauna Loa. Fully renovated and offered turnkey with designer furnishings, the residence pairs an open-concept layout with an updated kitchen that suits easy, everyday living. A covered lanai extends the interior outdoors, while spacious en suite bedrooms provide privacy and calm at the end of the day. Life here comes with resort-style amenities, including oceanfront pools, tennis and pickleball courts, and concierge services that simplify arrivals and departures. With short-term rental flexibility, the home can adapt to changing plans and seasons. Ideally located in Kailua-Kona, it keeps beaches, dining, shopping, and island adventures close enough to become part of the routine.