Thanks Steve for a great stay! Just as advertised and you were very responsive to the minor issue we had.
Tracey M.
January 2024
Everything as advertised with great facilities and wonderful views. Best stocked vrbo ever. Mary is wonderful. 100% recommend.
Benjamin S.
January 2024
We have stayed at Hali'i Kai multiple times. This is a large unit with lots of space. Clean and lots of beach toys, tennis rackets etc. Hali'i Kai has a resort style pool area overlooking the ocean with a restaurant and bar, you can watch whales and enjoy a mai tai while your kids frolic.
This is the first time we stayed during the christmas-New Years week. The pool area and restaurant were quite busy and had a couple of hiccups (seemed understaffed), but food was still great.
My only mild complaint is the check in office is only open in the middle of the day, so it was difficult to ask about any issues that aren't emergencies. For example, the air conditioner had to be reset multiple times, we wanted new beach towels. Nothing major.
Naomi H.
January 2024
We really enjoyed our stay. The condo is a great first floor unit - close to the pool club and in a quiet area. Best part is that even tho it is not beach front, you can see the ocean from the patio :). We had issues with the bath tub in one of the showers clogging. We asked the check in people if they could clear it and they did immediately which was so nice but it clogger right back up. Otherwise, terrific stay in a well stocked, comfortable condo. Thank you.
Sue N.
January 2024
Absolutely amazing!
This piece of paradise offered everything to us.
We have been to this area previously and continue to be amazed each time. We respect the land and the sea.
As we live in Canada during our winter months we feel very blessed to be able to visit this area.
Thank you so much to the hosts for sharing your special place.
Laura M.
January 2024
The condo was situated in a gated community….the unit itself was 10 mins walk from the pool and beach club. It was well stocked with non-perishables and I particularly enjoyed the bbq. Kitchen was fun with the barstools and the view overlooking the golf course, the volcano and the ocean was amazing for breakfast coffee. They also had all equipment for the beach (chairs, umbrellas, snorkeling gear…even boogie boards). Host was super communicative in advance of our arrival. The only cautionary note I would offer (which has nothing to do with the hosts) is that the pool is not really welcoming to young kids or teens….they discourage “boisterous play” and we were scolded for throwing a ball around. It’s more suited for older adults that simply want peace and quiet and want to lie by the pool - we saw whales and the outdoor gym is so cool. My 10-year old claims it’s the best pool she’s ever frolicked in. I really recommend this place. Great memories were made!
Brian D.
January 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our dream vacation and it was incredible! The property was perfect for our needs. The pool was great and the views were unmatched! We had an amazing time watching whales and gorgeous sunsets. The location made it easy to go out and about during the day and come back and relax in the evening. My only complaint is that I’m allergic to fragrance so the sheets caused a reaction due to being washed in scented laundry detergent. The pillows were also extremely flat. Those two things did not diminish the incredible time our family had on the Big Island!
Christa O.
January 2024
First of all, Gail and Thomas are amazing hosts!
They were so flexible, quick to respond and welcoming!
The condo was perfectly clean and beautiful!
We would love to come back soon!
Michiko S.
January 2024
This is an breathtakingly beautiful location, totally oceanfront with whales swimming by. The unit is large and comfortable.
The living room couches and chairs were comfortable for reading, and the couch on the upstairs lanai was particularly nice for reading and viewing the ocean. The lower deck has a dining table and chairs, and we ate breakfast there most days.
The beds have foam padding toppers - if you like a softer bed you will love these. The bedding was all well-cleaned. The bedroom dressers had ample storage space and insides of drawers were clean.
The kitchen is very well equipped - the owners invite guests to use the various oils, seasonings, etc., and to replace what is used up. They also left laundry detergent, which was much appreciated. They have a lot of food storage containers, and even some ice packs and a picnic bag so you can keep your lunch chilled on the beach.
Various outdoor chairs and snorkeling items were provided, also much appreciated!
The pool club is a short walk and great for lunch, drinks, or dinner. There is a lovely little workout room there as well.
We would definitely stay here again if the unit were available for our travel dates.
Joanne S.
January 2024
The property was lovely and our family of 6 enjoyed our vacation thoroughly. Thank you for a lovely experience.
Hina A.
January 2024
An amazing stay in the big island. We loved the beautiful view and watching the whales from our lanai.
Eric A.
January 2024
What a perfect place to take your family. Lots of space, beautiful views, and tons of stuff like chairs, snorkels and pickle ball to use that make your stay that much better.
Pat C.
January 2024
This location worked really well for our family of 6. The beach accessories available to us were very convenient. This an awesome location of you want to spend time on both the West and East sides of the island. Host was very responsive to the few communications I had. We would definitely rent again.
Josh D.
January 2024
Wonderful property and hosts. Stayed in mid to late December and saw whales everyday and dolphins multiple times from lanai. Condo was clean with kitchen supplies, games, dvds and outdoor activity supplies. In a great location for access to multiple beaches along with shopping, restaurants and grocery.
Noah W.
January 2024
Clean condo in perfect location. Many amenities for your use and Mary Jo was excelllent in communications. Plan on traveling back to Kona in next few years and would love to stay here again! Highly recommend
Chris W.
January 2024
Great location. Always great weather!!
Rodney L.
December 2023
Great location. Always great weather!!
Rodney L.
December 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My daughter lives in Waikoloa Village so this was the perfect place to meet everyday. It is central to all the beaches we enjoy along with the King & Queen's Shopping Centers. We took family photos at the pool overlooking the ocean at sunset. Great time.
Russell W.
December 2023
The home was very well appointed with everything you need. The kitchen had lots of everything!!
In was well stocked too with beach toys, chairs, boogy boards etc. Well decorated too and nice furniture. However, I would recommend that the beds and pillows are due for a change, mahalo!
Patrick H.
December 2023
Been to the Big Island many times and usually stay in a hotel on the island. Found this property a great option, a lot of room, good location and had everything we would want from a location.
steven s.
December 2023
Been to the Big Island many times and usually stay in a hotel on the island. Found this property a great option, a lot of room, good location and had everything we would want from a location.
steven s.
December 2023
Great floor plan and location and owner responsivity
Joanne C.
December 2023
Our family stayed here the week before Christmas and had a wonderful time. Place was beautiful, close to everything. Would definitely stay here again. We had a couple questions after checkin and everything was answered promptly. Thank you!!
Aaron C.
December 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
GREAT location and view; great unit, well stocked. Beach equipment was tired and needs replacing. As mentioned in other reviews, the door lock with code malfunctioned numerous times. This occurred one time while we were out of the unit without Hawaii Life’s contact info, stranding us for hours.
Alisa D.
December 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed staying in this fabulous condo! It was very clean, spacious, comfortable, peaceful and quiet. Thomas and Gail are excellent hosts! They were so responsive to questions and provided me with useful and valuable information about the area.
After full days at the nearby beaches and exploring the Island, we would catch the beautiful sunsets and enjoy dinner at the Ocean Club most evenings. The food was excellent and there was live music.
We would love to stay here again on our next visit to the Big Island.
Shelly C.
December 2023
Would definitely stay here again!
Rachel R.
December 2023
We had a fantastic stay! This place was perfect for our family! (5 adults) The location is great. They had lots of equipment to go enjoy nearby beaches and snorkeling. The condo was clean and well stocked. The living room space was big and very comfortable. The patio area had a great view of the ocean. It was very close to the pool and restaurant which were both so wonderful. We watched whales from the pool area and saw the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets right there by the ocean. The pool/restaurant had live entertainment on the weekends and yummy drinks to enjoy. We really had a fantastic vacation and highly recommend staying at this condo.
Barbara J W.
December 2023
We had a fantastic stay! This place was perfect for our family! (5 adults) The location is great. They had lots of equipment to go enjoy nearby beaches and snorkeling. The condo was clean and well stocked. The living room space was big and very comfortable. The patio area had a great view of the ocean. It was very close to the pool and restaurant which were both so wonderful. We watched whales from the pool area and saw the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets right there by the ocean. The pool/restaurant had live entertainment on the weekends and yummy drinks to enjoy. We really had a fantastic vacation and highly recommend staying at this condo.
Barbara J W.
December 2023
We loved staying at this beautiful, well equipped home. It’s our second time in this neighborhood and it’s our favorite in the Waikoloa area. Great communication before and during our stay, we’ll be back!
Alexis F.
December 2023
We loved staying at this beautiful, well equipped home. It’s our second time in this neighborhood and it’s our favorite in the Waikoloa area. Great communication before and during our stay, we’ll be back!
Alexis F.
December 2023
This was our second stay at this property, and it was just as wonderful as the first…..we will be back!
candace m.
December 2023
Spacious snd comfy condo in a super convenient location right by the gym and ocean club, inside a well-manicured, gated. community.
Bradley O.
December 2023
Beautiful property! Great accommodations. Had everything we needed. Can’t wait to come back!
Joanne B.
December 2023
Spacious snd comfy condo in a super convenient location right by the gym and ocean club, inside a well-manicured, gated. community.
Bradley O.
December 2023
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We have stayed in various units at Halii Kai at least 10 times over the years, probably more, and keep coming back to this development. This unit is 3 bdrms / 2 baths. It is further from the pool than we would like, but it fit our needs and budget quite well this year. Being on the ground floor was great if you don't like hauling your luggage up stairs, and the spacious lanai opened directly onto the lawn, perfect for a quick morning walk. It was generally clean and comfortable. Three small complaints. First, most of these units have beach chairs for use at the nearby beaches like Mauna Kea and Hapuna. This 3 bedroom unit had one chair suitable for an adult, and 3 that kids could use. We were disappointed that there were not 2 chairs for adults; 4 adult chairs would have been ideal. Second, there was no grill on the lanai. Most units do, including the units next door, but not this one. So that changed our meal plans considerably. To be fair, the "amenities" list did not include a grill, and we will look more carefully when we select a unit for our next stay. Third, the electronic lock on the front door required you to enter 10 digits, and the keypad was quite fussy -- if you did not press the 10 key sequence exactly right, the red light would flash and you would have to start over. This was very frustrating. A 10 digit code seems extreme, when my bank PIN is only 4-6 digits. Bottom line is that we had a GREAT TIME in Hali'i Kai again, and will return.
Berend J.
December 2023
Tile floors a plus.
Living room furniture needs to be replaced.
Linda O.
December 2023
The property was on a great location to explore several beaches and Kona
Bari W.
December 2023
This was our second time staying in this condo. It’s beautifully decorated, well stocked, and clean. The owners/hosts have gone out of their way to make sure their guests have everything they need while on vacation. The kitchen had every item we needed to stay in and make our own meals. There was a closet full of beach chairs, snorkel gear, pool floats, beach towels, and ice chests which came in handy on the days we went to the beach. The Ocean Club and resort style pool were our favorite place to watch the whales & the beautiful sunsets. All of the beds are comfortable. The bathrooms are big. It’s a quiet community. You will feel right at home. I would definitely recommend staying here. It will exceed your expectations.
Melissa C.
December 2023
The property map was not accurate with the actual location of the unit. Great time on the island, location of resort was a great to get to all areas of the island
Sara W.
December 2023
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I booked this unit mostly because of the abundance of 5 star reviews, but I cannot give it any more than 3. The location of this unit is outstanding. It’s right on the ocean front, and is tucked away in the corner of the Hallii Kai property, so it was very quiet. Views from the patio were awesome. Our problem with this unit was the cleanliness. Upon arriving we could immediately see the lack of effort put into cleaning this unit. There was a layer of dusk over everything. The refrigerator (a very nice Sub-Zero unit) was smeared all over the front, and had a dead fly inside. The bed sheets in the master bedroom didn’t feel like they had been washed since used by the previous occupants, and the bed had clearly been sprayed with Febreze in order to mask the odour. We soon discovered that there was only ONE roll of toilet paper in the entire unit. I checked in every cabinet and drawer in the condo and did not find another. Several rolls of paper towels and boxes of Kleenex, but only one partially used roll of toilet paper. With the high cost of renting this unit, one would not expect the need to run out to buy toilet paper.
I’m not sure if the responsibility for cleaning the unit is with the owner or the property manager, but it was clearly a “ten minute wipe-down”. Very disappointing considering that there was a $250.00 charge for cleaning. Although the location was excellent, the cleanliness of the unit was a real turnoff. We would never rent this unit again.
Frank
December 2023
Love, love, love Halii Kai 6D! Gorgeous views from the lanai with a great grill to use. Comfortable home away from home. Totally stocked with everything we needed and wanted, especially the kitchen! Lots of toys and beach gear in the closets. And of course the fabulous views, cocktails, and food from the Ocean Club. Had a fabulous stay. Thank you Michaela!
Veronica J.
December 2023
Love, love, love Halii Kai 6D! Gorgeous views from the lanai with a great grill to use. Comfortable home away from home. Totally stocked with everything we needed and wanted, especially the kitchen! Lots of toys and beach gear in the closets. And of course the fabulous views, cocktails, and food from the Ocean Club. Had a fabulous stay. Thank you Michaela!
Veronica J.
December 2023
Well supplied and as advertised.
Todd H.
December 2023
Incredible ocean views from lanais. Beautiful grounds. Great restaurants nearby. We have traveled to the Big Island many times. We were very content to watch whales from the lanais. We would definitely return! Thank you.
Karen M.
December 2023
A very good location for seniors. Excellent access to pools and food, great view, no stairs. A well equipped kitchen. Would be a great location for viewing whales.
Only issue is the wooden bed in third bedroom.
james H.
December 2023
This property had everything we needed. Great location on the island, and a great location not too far from the ocean club and swimming pool. We will definitely consider this property on our next trip to the big island.
Jeff M.
December 2023
This property had everything we needed. Great location on the island, and a great location not too far from the ocean club and swimming pool. We will definitely consider this property on our next trip to the big island.
Jeff M.
December 2023
Wonderful place overall. Every kitchen amenity you could need. Lots of beach supplies. Beautiful pool & hot tub with ocean views. This is a ground floor unit so you don't need to carry luggage up any stairs. Would definitely stay here again & would highly recommend to others!
Amy G.
December 2023
Pretty much as advertised
Bob G.
December 2023
This is an absolutely wonderful property in a beautiful location. The beds are comfortable and the appliances are all high end. The unit is amazingly well stocked to make your stay easy and comfortable. The resorts restaurant and pool are superb and the area is far quieter than hotels or timeshares. You will love staying here. Highly recommended.
Philip B.
December 2023