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Mauna Lani Terrace, Big Island

Mauna Lani Terrace is a premier oceanfront condo resort located within the 5-star Mauna Lani Resort on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii's Big Island. The resort offers exceptional luxury and privacy, surrounded by ocean, ancient Hawaiian fishponds, and beautiful white sand beaches. Guests have access to a variety of amenities, including a private beach club with snorkeling, paddle boarding, and scuba diving, as well as two championship golf courses, tennis courts, a fitness center, and spa. The Mauna Lani Auberge Resort and the Shops at Mauna Lani are within walking distance, providing numerous dining and shopping options.

The Terrace features a newly renovated swimming pool with lounge chairs and cabanas, hot tub, sauna, and a large picnic area with BBQ grills and an open-air kitchen. Guests also receive exclusive membership benefits to the Auberge Wellness Center and Tennis Club, which includes access to a private lap pool, fitness center, locker rooms, sauna, and tennis facilities. With its prime location, luxurious accommodations, and access to world-class amenities, Mauna Lani Terrace is an ideal destination for families and couples seeking a memorable vacation experience.

    Mauna Lani Terrace Quick Facts:


  • Address: 68-1399 Mauna Lani Dr,Waimea, HI 96743
  • Property Size: ~13.3 acres (80 units)
  • Reviews: 4.91 / 5.0 (from 792 reviews)
  • Average Price: $800/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Mauna Lani Terrace Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Mauna Lani Terrace

Mauna Lani Terrace Average Rates


As of November 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Mauna Lani Terrace is $800. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $927. 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 Mauna Lani Terrace Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 509 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.

Mauna Lani Terrace earns rave reviews for its serene, resort-caliber setting along historic fishponds with palm-framed ocean views. Guests love the easy walk to the private Beach Club (calm cove, excellent snorkeling), the newly updated and usually uncrowded pool/hot tub and BBQ area, and miles of shoreline and fishpond trails for sunrise strolls and sunset watching. Proximity to the Mauna Lani Auberge resort, restaurants (including Canoe House and Napua), and a nearby grocery makes car-free days simple, and the Kohala Coast location delivers reliably sunny weather.

Most condos are spacious, quiet, and thoughtfully outfitted for easy living—well-stocked kitchens (many with high-end appliances), plentiful beach gear and towels, washer/dryers, and large lanais that become the trip’s favorite “room.” Hosts are repeatedly praised as communicative and proactive, with smooth check-ins and lots of local tips. Layouts often suit couples or two-couple/family stays, and many guests highlight first-class bedding, comfortable furnishings, and tranquil lagoon or partial-ocean views.

Common tradeoffs are mostly unit-specific but worth noting: a few guests reported dated bathrooms or appliances, occasional cleanliness lapses or island pests, and minor maintenance hiccups typically addressed quickly. Several “ground-floor” units still require a flight of stairs from parking, and many views are lagoon/peekaboo ocean rather than full oceanfront. The complex skews peaceful and mature with quiet HOA rules (not a party scene; some families mention it’s less ideal for rambunctious play), and hotel event noise can occasionally carry to nearby buildings. Fitness center access isn’t onsite and may require a separate fee unless your host includes it. Tip: confirm stairs, view type, Beach Club and fitness access, and any mobility needs before booking.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 509 reviews

Recent Mauna Lani Terrace Reviews


Where to begin with how amazing Lauren's condo is? My husband and I spent a week there with our nearly 4 year old son and it was just magical. The condo is super clean and well organized, it's spacious, it's quiet, the views from all rooms are incredible, the kitchen is extremely well stocked, and the location couldn't be better for a family with small children. We spent each morning at the Beach Club and each afternoon at the pool, and it was super convenient to have the Mauna Lani Shops a short drive away with restaurants, a coffee shop, and a great grocery store.The Beach Club is about a 15 minute walk (if you're going at the pace of a 4 year old!) through the fish ponds and along the ocean, and it's absolutely perfect for kids. It's in a protected bay such that the waves are only a couple inches high, the water is crystal clear, and there are plenty of chairs in the shade. Additionally, the Beach Club has bathrooms, showers, and a restaurant that's open for lunch. My husband and I took turns snorkeling right off the beach while the other played with our son using the sand toys in the condo. The pool is also wonderful. We were often the only ones at the pool, and otherwise there might be one other family. Much nicer than the jam-packed pools at nearby resorts!Finally, Lauren was wonderful with communication and made the whole process a breeze. This was hands-down our best stay in a VRBO or Airbnb, and we've stayed at dozens around the world. We'll definitely be back!
Valerie C.
July 2026

Loved it as usual. Unparalleled views and location. Feels like home to us now.
Craig C.
July 2026

The condo was fabulous, owner very helpful throughout, answering questions. But the office was closed when we got there and we had no information about the condo number, where it was and how to get I. The door. Fortunately I was able to contact the owner and he walked us through it.
Gayle T.
July 2026

Beautiful condo and location. 10 minute walk from the Mauna Lani beach. Sand toys, beach chairs, towels, etc... all there. We had a wonderful stay and loved our whole time there.
David L.
July 2026

Well outfitted property in a convenient location.
Sarah M.
June 2026

Fantastic condo with top notch host. Condo was clean, exceptionally well stocked and prepared and a perfect location for five days of relaxing on the Hawaii coast. We will definitely stay here again in the future.
John R.
June 2026

Very comfortable bedding. Great views from balcony. Mauna Lani hotel is accessible directly from property. Clean all around. I think pictures of the lockbox or a quick video would help the check in process going forward for first-timers. You need to use both hands for the lockbox to open so you can get the entrance key :). Very walkable / a quick drive to The Shops at Mauna Lani. Did not hear a peep from other units, so very quiet overall. Would stay again.
Adam S.
June 2026

Overall the space was great. Amazing location, and the surrounding community is beautiful and quiet. The home itself has everything you’d need including all the pots, pans, and accessories.The beds were newer and super comfortable.Overall the design and style is aged and needs an update in the kitchen and bathrooms.Where we had a little issue was that since it’s a bottom floor unit, and a tropical environment, we did see quite a few live (and dead) bugs throughout our stay.Overall I would definitely recommend the complex.
Asher L.
June 2026

Super comfortable layout and nice amenities. A couple aspects of the house like the lanai furniture and the TVs could use an upgrade. We loved the pool, the beach club, and found the layout of the unit perfect for our family of four. Bathrooms were spacious and well equipped. We loved how quiet it was, but it had easy access to shops and restaurants. We would definitely love to come back!
Alexandra R.
June 2026

Beautiful property, beautiful accommodations, great and quick customer assistance from South Kohala Management.
Carol M.
June 2026

We had a fantastic stay at Mauna Lani Terraces. The property was exceptionally well stocked with everything we needed, making it feel comfortable and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The amenities were excellent, and the location was ideal—convenient while still providing a relaxing atmosphere.What truly set this rental apart was the responsiveness of the owners. They were incredibly communicative, helpful, and quick to answer any questions, which made the entire experience seamless and stress-free.We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay.
Sarah G.
June 2026

Beautiful Property in quiet location!
Mary T.
June 2026

Owners Dave and Sue are right on it! Their pre-arrival packet was very complete and answered all my questions and then some. I hope to come again, however I'm retired and on a fixed income and Hawaii has become quite expensive!!!
Tom S.
June 2026

This condo exceeded expectations. VERY well equipped, easy in/out access, as seniors very appreciated. 4 min walk to Mauna Lani resort. VERY clean, plenty of towels, washer/dryer easy to use. Would happily stay here again.
Pamela D.
May 2026

This condo is beautifully appointed and Dave is a wonderful host. He was very responsive. We loved the view of the fish pond and ocean from our lanai. It was kitted out with everything we needed from olive oil/vinegar in the kitchen to chairs, towels, and umbrellas for the beach. We loved the short walk across the fish ponds to the beach club. It was a nice, sheltered beach with excellent snorkeling and a restaurant that did smoothies to-go. We'd love to stay again!
Alice W.
May 2026

We’ve stayed at this unit several times and plan to keep coming back! Very hard to leave this fabulous condo that is well appointed, perfectly located with spectacular sunset views.
Kathy F.
May 2026

Absolutely gorgeous property with breathtaking views of fish ponds and ocean. The pool and hot tub are great and kept very clean by the staff. Everything we needed for cooking was provided as well as plenty of beach towels and equipment for the beach. All of us (2 brothers and 2 sisters) loved every minute of our relaxing vacation, especially mornings on the lanai watching the fish in the ponds jump and the Nene gathering for another day.
Marilyn W.
May 2026

Excellent host. Very responsive and helpful. Pride in ownership is apparent. Lovely stay!
Denise L.
May 2026

A perfect home for our week on the Big Island. Beautiful view off the lanai where we spent most of our time when home. Short walk to the beach club and other restaurants made our stay so relaxing. Comfortable beds and well stocked with towels, books, kitchen etc.
Colleen Z.
May 2026

A wonderful, quiet, and peaceful place.Very well-appointed. Attentive manager.An amazing location.

April 2026

Beautiful property just as pictured and described! Michael is a tremendous host and great communicator! We’ll be back!
Brian H.
April 2026

Fully equipped kitchen. Wonderful pool area a few steps away. Easy walk to the Mauna lani club beach. Great snorkeling!
Susan K.
April 2026

The unit is newly renovated and very solidly built; no noise from any adjacent units. The standout amenity is the hot waterfall hot pool at the pool area. It’s amazing and worth the stay in itself. After snorkeling all afternoon, it’s a treat! The outdoor lanai grill area is perfect. The beds are incredibly comfortable. I’d stay here again, no question. Terrific value! The included beach club passes are terrific. And, it’s 1 min to the local market where they have prepared marinated foods for the grill. Terrific stay.
Cristina
April 2026

Great Condo. Just as described.
Siddharth C.
April 2026

Great location, comfortable, stocked kitchen, beach equipment. Overall a great stay.
Christine M.
April 2026

The unit was very well-furnished and extremely comfortable. The upper level view was fantastic, and we enjoyed the lanai every day. All the amenities like cookware, utensils, towels and more were high quality. One of our best stays on this property after many visits here.
Todd C.
April 2026

A perfect stay, very comfortable condo, lovely views and peaceful. The location between the hotel and beach club was great. The lagoon area is really special. The owner accommodated a request very graciously and their communication was excellent, including lots of helpful local information. We come to Hawaii frequently, and this is at the top of our list.
Jeri H.
April 2026

Nothing but great things to say. Great host/Condo/Location/Value. Would definitely recommend to other families.
Ben M.
April 2026

What a fantastic location and a beautiful unit! We truly enjoyed our stay.We love the Terraces—the Beach Club is right there and the Hotel Resort next door for sunset cocktails. The Beach Club has lounge chairs (get there early—around 7:30am—with a cup of coffee to claim a spot), great snorkeling, and the neighboring Resort also offers two excellent restaurants.The Terraces pool was also very enjoyable, and honestly, we hardly left the area because there’s so much to do right outside the door. We especially loved our morning walks around the fish pond.This unit is now our favorite! We capped off the trip with dinner at Lava Lava Beach Club—such a perfect ending.We’ll definitely be back!
Susan T.
April 2026

Lovely condo at the Terraces! We appreciated how well stocked it was, as well as the ease of communicating with Dave but, of course, the best aspect of the place was its location. It is just a short walk to the Beach Club or the Auberge hotel. There was ample room for the two of us. We would definitely return.
Edgar N.
April 2026

Fantastic stay at the magical mauna lani!
cami s.
March 2026

Beautiful property and great community pool.
Jennifer M.
March 2026

Glorious views from this condo. We’ve stayed in A303 before. Ceiling lighting and overhead fans’ wall switches are impossible to figure out. Therefore, lighting and fan speed in the living/dining and kitchen cannot be dimmed or regulated. This was a problem last time and continues. Maintenance guy thinks they’re a problem, too. Need an electrician to change the wall switches.
Marylyn P P.
March 2026

The staff was super easy to communicate with, and they were very responsive when I asked for an electric kettle ahead of time to help me prepare formula for our infant. Check in directions were very clear. Overall the rooms are in good condition, and it’s great to have all the necessary beach gear, but would suggest bringing additional beach towels yourself! The mattress in the main bedroom off the living room was super lopsided and the carpet has seen better days. Upon arrival we also saw that the thermostat for the AC in the unit cannot be lowered below 74 degrees for environmental reasons. This was really challenging with an infant, who needs cooler temperatures for safe sleep. There was no indication of this when booking the unit and would have likely deterred us from booking if we had known this earlier. The grounds were beautiful and it was lovely to sip coffee in the mornings on the patio and to look over the fishponds. The facility pool was not heated and very cold, so sadly we did not go in the water once. The beach access was lovely though, but would suggest getting out early as chairs do fill up!
Anne
March 2026

Didn’t want to leave - felt like home, a week was definitely not enough.
Pam M.
March 2026

Amazing location. Great space. Perfect for our family of four. Loved the access to the beach club and other amenities. Great location.
Brian C.
March 2026

Everything was clean, easy direction. The host sent me all the pass codes and rules ahead of time of arrival. Quiet and clean area.
steve s.
March 2026

The host was welcoming, and the location and amenities are very good . The condo is a bit dated.
Lisa O.
March 2026

Hosts were excellent. Unit well appointed with all we needed including beach chairs and snorkeling gear. The location is 9/10. Ocean views every day and can walk for 5 minutes right down to the beach to watch amazing sunsets.
steve w.
March 2026

Great location and a well stocked kitchen. Can’t wait to go back again next year.
Jeff B.
March 2026

Good
Joel O.
March 2026

Third visit you this beautiful condo...its the perfect place to stay in Hawaii
Gary R.
February 2026

Great location overlooking the lagoon. Easy walks to the Auberge hotel and to local shopping. Condo was clean and as advertised. Highly recommend
Brook B.
February 2026

Lee was a great host.

February 2026

Complete disappointment. The unit was last accurately reviewed in January 2024 from what we can tell and no response to that review in terms of cleaning up the place. The price they charge is outrageous for a condo with what looks like black mold in the shower, soap scum on tiles, rust in the bathtub, dusty wood doors and sliders, and badly stained carpet. Very dated…think 1985. All that being said, the management company did refund 1/2 of the nightly rate, after some brief haggling.
Doug L.
February 2026

Wonderful location and property. Great access to beach and tide pools. Restaurants and shopping walking distance. Very roomy accommodations.
LEISA L.
February 2026

This place had absolutely everything we needed. All kitchen utensils and amenities, super comfortable bed, beach gear and perfect location! We had to ride out a pretty big storm for a couple of days and were so grateful for the comfort we could storm watch in! And on nice days it was a short walk to the beach and some excellent snorkeling.
Clara R.
February 2026

The location at Mauna Lani is outstanding. Dining and a grocery store are close by.It is a gated complex, so it is a bit tricky (but doable) to use Uber versus car rental.Unit up one flight of stairs from parking, no elevators.Living room and lanai are spacious, with postcard view of the ocean and fish ponds.The furniture and cabinetry are of high quality. There were plenty of books and DVDs. The wifi worked well while we were there. The kitchen is complete, well thought out, good appliances, and very well stocked.The bedrooms and baths are large, with separate lanais for morning coffee.The host is quite friendly, informative and attentive, without being intrusive.We would definitely look forward to coming back here.
Thomas M.
February 2026

The location is great, the condo was spotless and had everything we needed both inside and on the lanai. Surinder is an excellent host. He provided explicit instructions on how to get to the condo and checkin, and local recommendations for activities, shopping, and dining. He was very responsive to our questions. We would definitely stay here again.
Michael R.
February 2026

It was our second stay at this lovely condominium. It is the perfect place for an amazing vacation
Paul B.
February 2026


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