Halii Kai, Big Island

Hali'i Kai is a luxurious oceanfront gated community located on the Kohala Coast, within the Waikoloa Beach Resort area. The resort offers a range of amenities, including a private Ocean Club featuring a multi-level swimming pool, heated lava rock spa, poolside bar and restaurant, and an open-air oceanfront fitness facility. Guests can also enjoy tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts, as well as access to two award-winning golf courses within the resort.

The Hali'i Kai community is situated near the Queen's Marketplace, and King's Shops, providing guests with various shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The resort is also known for its whale watching opportunities and beautiful oceanfront lava rock trail. Please note that there is a mandatory daily resort fee of $25 per unit (not per guest), which grants access to the complex amenities and is payable upon arrival.

    Halii Kai Quick Facts:


  • Address: 69-1029 Nawahine Pl,Waikoloa Village, HI 96738
  • Property Size: ~29.0 acres (192 units)
  • Reviews: 4.74 / 5.0 (from 2676 reviews)
  • Average Price: $592/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Halii Kai Vacation Rentals

Halii Kai Average Rates


As of October 2025, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Halii Kai is $592. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $674. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Halii Kai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

Halii Kai's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Hali’i Kai earns raves for its peaceful, resort-like setting and knockout views. Guests love watching sunsets, whales and even dolphins from lanais, with beautifully landscaped grounds creating a calm, upscale vibe. Condos are consistently described as clean, spacious and very well equipped, with full kitchens and lots of thoughtful extras for the beach (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel gear, boogie boards) and families. Hosts and managers are generally praised for excellent communication and quick help, and many reviewers say they’d happily return.

The Ocean Club is a highlight: an oceanfront pool and hot tub, a fitness room facing the sea (hello, whale watching on a treadmill), plus a bar/restaurant with live music on select nights—prime sunset territory. Tennis/pickleball, basketball and a putting green add to the amenities, and the location is handy to the Kings’ and Queens’ shops and some of the island’s best beaches (Hapuna, Mauna Kea, and A‑Bay). Note there’s no sandy beach on property (it’s a lava-rock shoreline), but there’s a coastal trail to nearby spots and short drives to great swimming. Units closer to the Ocean Club are most coveted; upper floors trade stairs for broader views, while ground floors offer easy access and lawn space.

Common cautions: expect a daily resort fee (often cited around $25) at check-in for pool/club access, and be aware of strict pool rules—no outside food/drinks (often including water bottles), no balls/floats, shallow depth, limited shade, and an 8 pm closing—which some find unfriendly to energetic kids. A few guests mention a 5–15 minute walk from some buildings to the pool, and occasional unit-specific quirks (carpets, A/C sensors, appliances, mattresses) typical of individual condos; most report swift responses. Overall, travelers seeking a quiet, well-appointed base with big ocean views and a standout oceanfront pool scene rate Hali’i Kai as a top choice on the Kohala Coast.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Halii Kai Reviews


We stayed here on our trip to the Big Island in mid June (2025). This place was perfect! Fully stocked kitchen, beach gear, & a nice welcome gift. The condo was clean, great furnishings, and well kept. We spent most of our evenings at the resort club eating dinner & watching the sunsets. Will be staying here again on our next trip.
James
July 2025

The property is spacious, with roomy luxurious bathrooms, comfy beds and an excellent kitchen. The lanai is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the meticulously manicured grounds. The pool and bar/restaurant that are part of the resort are a bit of a walk, but the view is tremendous, and it’s a great place to hang out. I’d love to come back for another visit!
Serge H.
June 2025

Wonderful. well appointed. Had everything we needed.
James R.
June 2025

Thanks for a wonderful stay. The condo was spacious and very comfortably furnished. The views from both floors were beautiful. The Hali’i Kai development is a very peaceful and relaxing place to come back to after a day of activities.
Kathy G.
June 2025

Everything about this property is perfect. Location can’t be beat. Property amenities are ample. Restaurant and pool are right around the corner. Order the green beans. Trust me. The hosts have just enough of everything you might need to make the stay easy, sunscreen beach things, simple everyday needs that you hate to buy and leave behind. Lots of great information in their book. We can’t wait to come back.
Victoria S.
June 2025

This property was beautiful, great view, close to the pool and great fitness center, and well stocked! We’d definitely stay here again!!
Brenda H.
June 2025

Great
Mike D.
June 2025

Didn’t want to leave. Stunning views. Clean. Fully stocked kitchen. Loved our time in 10H
Yvonne R.
June 2025

Beautiful 3 Bedroom Unit. All Bedrooms and beds were great for our party of 5. Plenty of Space. Beach Towels, Chairs, and games provided. Short 5 minute walk to a beautiful pool (unfortunately pool closes at 8PM) for sunsets and live music on some nights of the week. Great communication leading up to and during our stay. Even provided us with a late check out on our last day. Loved everything about our stay.
David S.
June 2025

Beautiful unit close to the community pool area, which was the highlight of our stay.
Amy J.
June 2025

Everything was clean the unit was fully stocked plenty of amenities. Hated to leave. The convenience of the ground level was great. Beautiful view.
Yvonne R.
June 2025

Awesome place ! Best place we’ve stayed in by far. Everything for the beach, making meals, etc
John P.
June 2025

We had a wonderful time at this property. It was beautiful and very clean. We appreciate all of the items provided such as beach items and items for the condo. We will return again in the future. Thank you.
Holly M.
June 2025

The unit was very comfortable and clean. The ocean view from the unit was epic!
Rania N.
June 2025

we completely loved this unit the beds were comfortable and the kitchen was stocked. They had great beach chairs,boogie boards,games, way too many things to count. Will definitely return to this unit
Liz M.
June 2025

Phenomenal property. Great location. Modern appliances. No complaints at all!
Jason B.
June 2025

Wonderful Property! Clean, spacious, everything you need for beach fun. Great location to spring board from. We enjoyed snorkeling, Volcano National Park (got to witness the 6/4 eruption during our 2nd trip to park) and the sunset from Mauna Kea Summit. Lunch and diner on site was surprisingly delicious from the beach club bar/grill area. We only ate off property twice during our stay. Absolutely delicious- Fish Tacos & Pork Nachos a must! Hosts are readily available and responsive. Highly recommend and we would definitely stay again.
Courtney J.
June 2025

It's a lovely place in a lovely setting. Lance and Susan did a wonderful job stocking the place so we had everything we needed. They were also very responsive and helpful anytime we had any questions.We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed our time here!
Karen D.
June 2025

The property was well maintained and the unit was clean, comfortable, beautiful and well stocked - we did not need a thing! We loved the beach “closet” full of chairs, coolers, sand toys and snorkeling equipment. The unit is a couple minute walk to the beautiful pool and view, with the putting green and tennis court across the street. We were close to shopping, beaches and restaurants - absolutely cannot say enough about the unit, we will be staying again!! Loved, loved, loved it! Owners were very easy to work with and communication was quick and friendly! We definitely recommend!!!
Anne C.
June 2025

Second time staying here. Great location, great condos, ocean and Maui and Island views, great beaches and snorkling nearby, or just relax by the pool.
Don R.
June 2025

This unit is exactly as advertised—secluded, quiet, and oceanfront, with magnificent views of the Pacific, Maui, and breathtaking sunsets.
Barry i.
June 2025

Fantastic. Great location. Everything 5 star.
Brad L.
June 2025

Very nice and clean property check in and out was quick and simple. Loved the clubhouse pool, food, hot tubs etc!
Brent M.
June 2025

Fantastic property and Richard is a wonderful host. Will definitely come back to stay here again. Perfect condo. Comfortable, clean and well stocked. One of our best VRBO experiences as a family. 5 stars all the way. Highly recommend.
Gregory S.
June 2025

We had a wonderful time. This is a perfect location to access the many things to do on the island. And staying at the complex pool for the day was so easy and lovely. Very nice to have food and bar accommodations at the complex pool. We would definitely come back!
Jodie N.
June 2025

What an amazing apartment in the perfect location. Thank you for a perfect home in Waikoloa. Hans and Fiona.
Hans S.
June 2025

Great location of condo - short walk to pool & restaurant. Good layout for 2 couples. Comfortable beds, nice linens, stocked kitchen for cooking meals, snorkel equipment & beach towels available in the condo. Wonderful view of the ocean!
Hersoms
May 2025

Beautiful views! Week long vacation with family, will come again!
Jaimie W.
May 2025

Very clean location. Stayed in the area before but chose a smaller unit this stay. Would definitely recommend booking with host in the future.
Zazell C.
May 2025

We had a wonderful stay. The place was beautiful and as described. Checking in was easy, and everything was clean upon arrival. Great communication from the owners! would definitely stay again.
Christian M.
May 2025

Great time and great stay again at Hali'i Kai! Condo was exactly as advertised - loved having access to the beach chairs and umbrellas - Thanks! Communication was good and everything worked less the rice cooker, but we made do :-) ... Cheers, Aloha and Mahalo :-)
doug g.
May 2025

We really enjoyed our stay here. The place was clean, as described, well furnished and all around enjoyable. My only complaint is the noise of the refrigerator motor which made a high pitch whistling noise. We had to sleep with the door closed. If they fix that the place is perfect.
Dan B.
May 2025

The home was beautiful! The air conditioning was a pain. Too many sensors. Made it difficult to keep the air at a comfortable temperature Also we felt that the description to the various amenities was inaccurate. Ten minutes to the ocean was incorrect. You have to drive to get to it or you can walk a 1/2 hour to another hotel and swim in their Lagoon if you want sand. We were unaware that we needed to Pay the resort an extra 25.00/day to get keys to stay there that was frustrating. We thank the owners for our stay.
Pamela S.
May 2025

This is our second stay at Hali’i Kai.Unit 16c needs some attention. The carpet in the master bedroom was filthy and stained. The grout in the shower and floor needs a deep clean. Both bathrooms have small wall clocks which are missing batteries. The bed is hard and the fitted sheet slides off each night. It has a crummy, very loud stacked washer/dryer with weird detergent sheets that never quite dissolve. There really isn’t an ocean view…you can just see a sliver of ocean peeking out over a hedge. Also, the patio overlooks the street so there is a lack of privacy. Positives: the kitchen has high end appliances including a Wolf cook top and oven, and a Sub Zero fridge. The unit came with plenty of supplies for our 11 nights, including TP, paper towels, toiletries. This unit is very close to the pool and restaurant. The management company responded quickly to all of my inquiries. Comments about Hal’i Kai. The second floor units are more desirable due to added privacy and better views. The buildings closest to the pool are preferable (but more expensive). Try for any building numbered 10 and above. The grounds are gorgeous and the bar and restaurant add a lot of convenience…they make a killer mai tai. The pool furniture, while comfortable, is showing a lot of wear, made worse by the mineral (zinc based) sunscreen requirement that the state of Hawaii has implemented. It’s for the health of the reefs (yeah!) but man that sunscreen is the worst!
Shirley J.
May 2025

Location, location, location! Ocean views from the patio, georgous unit with all the amenities. Played golf one day (lakes & beach course). The hilton pass was used almost every day. We walked a couple times as well as drove. Loved all the beach and pool accessories in the unit. Highly recommend staying here. We will be back for sure.
Lindsey Y.
May 2025

Property was in a great location. Close to pool was awesome. Great layout, kitchen and living area was very comfortable.
Kristin G.
May 2025

Overall, the condo and complex were great. This was our second time staying in Halii Kai, so we knew what to expect. Location - We really loved the location with the slight ocean view from the patio. We would spend the morning drinking coffee and catching up on work. It is so close to the pool/bar/gym so super easy to walk with the littles. The big crash lawn was perfect to let the kids run around and play soccer. The entire complex is also super close to the shops so that’s convenient for a quick grocery or coffee run.Condo - the layout of the condo was super nice for our little fam. We had some struggles with the internet and the property manager took care of it
Chris & McKenzie C.
May 2025

All as expected and better
Mike M.
May 2025

We enjoyed our stay in the Hali’i Kai condo. This was my second time staying within this community and I love the quiet and roominess of it. It is perfect for two couples or a family and a better deal than getting two rooms at a nearby busy hotel. The pool is great and the food at the pool bar and grill was very good. A special thank you to the owner for the extras that were available including the tennis rackets, beach chairs and towels but especially the bug spray because I had forgotten mine and I am a mosquito’s favorite snack. I would definitely stay here again on my next trip to The Big Island.
Courtney P.
May 2025

The unit was well appointed, clean, and convenient. The view from the lanai was very nice. When we weren’t out snorkeling at one of the nearby beaches, we spent most of our time at the unit on the lanai. The first morning we saw at least 50 dolphins playing in the ocean just off the rocks in front of the unit. It was a great way to start our vacation!
Guy Allen K.
May 2025

This property was very clean, organized, and spacious. The grounds were beautiful. Denise at the office was so helpful and informative. Ideal location, close to beaches, shopping, and great restaurants. Also, enjoyed the food and atmosphere at the pool.
William H.
May 2025

The property is truly amazing. The views from the back patio are breath taking. The King size main bedroom was perfect and that ensuite was everything that was needed and more from the large tub to the walk in shower. The Second bedroom with its 2 beds would be perfect for any family. Although, the second bathroom isn't "Attached" it was right next to the second bedroom. The kitchen had EVERYTHING that you could need from blenders, to cookware to insulated cups. Everything that we used, worked perfectly. It was Hawaii so we went out for most meals. There was a perfectly sized grill on the outside patio if one decided to grill at home. The celing fans and A/C made the room perfect for sleeping at night and kept everything at a great temp through the day. You did have the option to open the front door and the windows (all with screens) and let a great ocean breeze rush through the unit. The double doors opening to the balcony made for a great walkway and open space to the back of the unit. When I say the unit is stocked, I am under selling it. There were so many towels, beach towels, beach chairs, snorkel sets, tennis rackets and balls, insulated coolers, beach bags, yoga mats, board games and more. Christi B has really made this unit stand out. A small putting green is right out in the front along with a basketball court and tennis courts. The Ocean Club and Pool were both stunning. Ocean views, heated pool and 2-4 happy hour were big hits. The live music didnt disappoint!
John E.
May 2025

The condominium was in excellent condition and had all of the necessities plus much more. The view was outstanding and the boogie boards were a nice touch. Thank you. Terry and Sue
Terry T.
May 2025

House was great, well stocked, clean and very nice. Good location.
Debra V.
May 2025

We had a great vacation. The condo was better than advertised and we loved it.
Stephen P.
May 2025

We had a wonderful time staying at the Hali’i Kai! The community is beautifully maintained with great amenities. Michaela’s condo was perfect and just what we needed.
Sarah B.
May 2025

We really enjoyed our stay at Hali'i Kai! We hope to return.
Lindsay B.
May 2025

The location of this unit can’t be beat. Steps from the Ocean Club and pool, huge grassy area for kids to play, in the most tranquil and BEAUTIFUL complex. Richard and the cleaning staff were AMAZING to communicate with and responded within minutes whenever there was a need. The house was stocked with everything we could need for a family beach day. Thank you for providing the extra pack and play for the baby, as well as the highchair. Mahalo!
Stefanie C.
May 2025

Home was beautiful, had everything you needed. I’ve stayed at many properties and Laurie Jo thought of everything. She was very responsive to any issues that came up and was gracious enough to let us extend our checkout time. Would highly recommend.
arthur p.
April 2025

Place is huge clean and modern. Loads of amenities. Stocked like a real house. Would stay here again if back in the area.
Stephen F.
April 2025


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