The most offensive odor was present when we opened the door to our unit. I immediately contacted Sara, at the property management company and explained that it appeared the a/c vents were filthy and required servicing. The air was at 80 degrees which did not help matters. We weren't sure if the odor was a result of old carpet that needs replacement or a combination of that and the a/c ducting which had apparently not been cleaned in years! We immediately experienced issues from the unhealthy air and opened doors and purchased a scented candle from the grocery store. The maintenance man arrived to check the a/c and was helpful, yet unable to locate the filter in order to change it. He removed the air intake and return grids on ceiling and walls and tried his best to clean them. We sent Sara a photo of the filthy a/c intakes and returns and she scheduled someone to check it the following day. She also had the carpets shampooed the next day. The old carpet needs to be replaced with hardwood or tile to prevent odor and improve cleanliness. The unit needs to be freshly painted , and most of all, the a/c ducting needs a complete thorough professional cleaning, not simple a new filter (which was long overdue!) Even after filter replacement , the odor still lingered and made it very unpleasant for the duration of our stay. For the price of this rental, we could have enjoyed a 4 or 5 star hotel with much nicer amenities and no foal odor. We were extremely disappointed with the rental
Victoria B.
February 2026
We had a great time at this very comfortable and well equipped condo. Everything was easy. The owner and property management staff were very responsive and helpful. We would definitely rent again.
crystal s.
February 2026
Not sure if host is available as we did not try and contact them. Unit was big enough for sure but needs a good cleaning and a little updating. BBQ on deck was not operation, deck chairs cushions need to be replaced badly, no sink plug available so made it tough to clean up kitchen counters and dishes. The beds were amazing though, veru comfortable. Washer and dryer are old and do not work very well.
Rudy N.
February 2026
First, I must give kudos to Brian and the Reality, they were extremely responsive to the problems encountered. A software changeover caused issues with my final payment and check-in information, but they were able to resolve them with only minor difficulties. The property itself is just “ok”. The carpet in the master is threadbare and stained, the couch cushions have seen better days and one of the bedroom mattresses needs replacing. In addition, the instructions on using the tv and ac were either incorrect or non-existent. It was also a little irritating that I was staying 3 weeks and they only provided 1 week’s worth of dishwasher soap, trash can liners and laundry pods. Overall, the price was right for an “ok” 3 bedroom, but I’ll probably pay a little more next time (and I come every year) for a little better maintained unit
John W.
February 2026
We had a wonderful stay at the palm villas, clean, private and quiet. Would definitely book here again.We had everything we needed for our trip and the host was very helpful and friendly.The Wi-Fi was slow at times, but that may be a settings issue. Happily, there was plenty to do.
Rickandheather H.
February 2026
Amenities the property the setting.
Garey E.
February 2026
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Close to the pretty pool which was nice. A bit far from the beach and no view from the small patio. Wish there were bikes available
mary j.
February 2026
The place was beautiful and was just as pictured. Check in was easy and they provided everything you need for your stay. We however would never stay at this property again. We were yelled at by a neighbor for whispering outside at 9:30pm. There were 3 of us, no music and i had my sleeping baby in my lap. Honestly, it made us uncomfortable the rest of our stay. When i reached out to the company they informed me that this wasnt the first time it had happened and we should stay inside after 9. Had we known this in advance we definitely would not have booked the property. This is way more like a retirement community and not geared towards families.
jamie l.
January 2026
The unit is great, and the resort is very well maintained. We loved our time here.I stayed here with my 11 month old, wife and parents and it had plenty of space. The beach club access is also a huge perk of this unit and we spent most of our time there. Brian, the contact for the unit is super accommodating and easy to communicate with.
Calvin R.
January 2026
very clean, extra coffee,filters seasonings, soaps , paper products etc greatly appreciated. We’ve stayed in many other units here but this was the nicest to date.I must tell you of a mishap I had with the shelf in the garage resulting in it being bent. Hopefully it can be straightened easily. Sorry!
Don & Mickie B.
January 2026
Overall, a great stay. Very spacious, great location. The condo was a bit noisy- it was a downstairs unit and the fans were loud, but we still greatly enjoyed ourselves and would not hesitate to stay here again.
Danielle M.
January 2026
Beautiful clean spacious condo! Loved having access to the garage as well!
Melissa B.
January 2026
Great place to spend the holiday season. The condo was clean and was one of the best equipped I've ever stayed in. The location is great being centrally located within the resort and the view for the New Years fireworks couldn't be beat from the lanai. Awesome place to stay
Scott L.
January 2026
Host was great, Bryon actually met us at the gate. The toaster was very poor and needed to held down during the toasting process.Rugs are a trip hazard, and the master bed frame was apart when we arrived at the head of the bed. This is our 3rd time staying in the Mani Lani condos and the second time in the Palm Villas. This unit needs upgrades and care. Mahalo!
Douglas R.
January 2026
Close to beach. Comfortable bed.
Kyi S.
January 2026
We had a wonderful stay, loved the space & the location! We hope to return someday soon.
Margaret K.
January 2026
We enjoyed our stay and the unit was furnished very nicely. Great location. Only negative is having a 1st floor unit and then you hear group walking around above you more than you want (5:30am-11pm). Would rent in same location again but would want a 2nd floor unit.
Josh V.
January 2026
Great spot and very clean. Will definitely stay again.
Blake M.
January 2026
The home was great and the host was very helpful and super communicative.
Gregory A.
January 2026
Beautiful home, very comfortable, clean and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed for an enjoyable family vacation. The pool area is beautiful and having access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club was an exceptional treat. I highly recommend this property.
Kristina B.
December 2025
We loved our stay at the Palm Villas with my husband and two of our kids. The location was perfect for what we were looking for with the beach club and restaurant for quiet days, the pool for when we'd had enough of sand and a reasonable drive everywhere on the island we wanted to go for adventure. The kitchen was super well equipped. We stay in VRBOs all the time and this was for sure one of the best. The garage was full of beach gear. Plenty of grocery stores nearby and wonderful restaurants at the Auberge if you get your reservations in.It was quiet, if there were neighbors upstairs we didn't hear them. The owners were responsive and helpful. If we go back to the big island it would be our first choice for sure.
Kyle B.
December 2025
Great time at this cozy and convenient home!
Tom D.
December 2025
A great place to stay - comfortable condo and beautiful grounds. Will stay again if we travel to Hawaii in the future.
Bailey O.
December 2025
We had a great stay at the Palm Villas Condo. Staying at the condo gives you access to the Beach Club which is the best beach in the area especially if you have kids. The location of the condo is excellent as you can walk from the condo through the Kalahuipua'a Historic Park to the Mauna Lani fish ponds and just a short walk further to the Beach Club. The condo is very nice and it was well stocked. Communication with the owner was quick and easy. The garage was very convenient to park in and the beach chairs, umbrella, and sand toys were really useful. We will stay here again next time we're on the Big Island.
Mitchell S.
December 2025
Directions were good, check in was efficient. The villa was extremely well stocked with everything we needed. Appliances worked, and the pool and hot tub area were great.
Steve M.
November 2025
This is a wonderful property in a great area. We brought our two month old and it was well suited for a baby.
Alexis C.
November 2025
Great condo w all your cooking needs. The access to the
Akiko L.
November 2025
Lovely protected beach cove. Great for snorkeling. Quite complex. Enjoyed the view from the balcony.Suggest better lighting in the living area for reading. Primary shower needs a bar to hold onto.If I ever return to the Big Island, I would stay here again.
Emogene H.
November 2025
We had a lovely stay in this condo. Parking in the garage was easy. We really appreciated the beach chairs, snorkeling equipment, etc. that were provided. Towels were plentiful and there were cleaning supplies provided. The location is excellent and access to the Mauna Lani beach club was such a great perk. We would absolutely stay here again.
Jason M.
November 2025
Excellent day. Very clean. Great location. Responsive host.
Taylor N.
October 2025
Multi use stove, airfry, convection oven, stovetop, large fridge, open kitchen, well stocked
SMD
October 2025
Excellent place to stay! Rooms and beds are very comfortable! House was exceptional! And everything was provided for going to the beach. Close to good restaurants and easily accessible to sightseeing and touring the island!
Steven F.
October 2025
Beautiful property, exactly like described, excellent location in a gated community. Great support from the management company: we had an issue and they came to our villa on Sunday morning! The outside garden is beautiful, directly on a golf course. Disappointment was the pool closed for maintenance work. The cleaning could have been better, but we quickly fixed this. The two single beds in one of the bedrooms need some maintenance. We also had some issues with air conditioning, but the host helped to sort this out. Check-in instructions were excellent and clear, like the check-out process. The garage includes a variety of beach tools (large and small coolers, 4 chairs, beach umbrella, masks, fins, etc.). Multiple beautiful beaches in the range of max 15 mls, as well as nice shopping centers. Great experience overall!
Antonio B.
September 2025
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We enjoyed our 6-night stay in this modern, clean and quiet condo. It was my first time in the Mauna Lani resort area, and it was beautiful. I loved walking through the lava fields to the fishponds, to the private beach club. The condo itself was spacious and comfortable with everything we needed. The grounds were lush and peaceful. We appreciated having all the beach gear available for use. The parking was convenient. The pool was never crowded and so serene. I did miss having an ocean or vast landscape view, but the gardens are beautiful. I had a bit of an issue with my friend being too cold in the secondary bedroom (the vent blows directly on to the bed), and the AC condenser was a bit noisy in that location. But the owners were accommodating in taking the security features off the thermostat so we could turn off the AC at night. My only slight issue was that the pebble floor in the master bath shower was uncomfortable on my feet... a shower mat would have been nice. Also there were a lot of check-out instructions which is a bit annoying when you’re on vacation. But it was overall a wonderful, all-too-short stay. I would definitely return.
Francine
September 2025
Beautiful, clean and all around better than advertised. Couldn't have asked for anything more!
Travis B.
September 2025
We really enjoyed our stay here. The condo was quiet, clean, and spacious enough for five people. Whenever we had an issue-like running out of toilet paper or trouble with the TV-the response was very quick and helpful, which we really appreciated.Access to the Beach Club by car was convenient, and we also enjoyed having lunch at the restaurant there.One small thing to note is that the kitchen knives were not very sharp, and although there were plenty of towels, they still had a bid of an odor even after washing.Overall, though, we had a great stay and would definitely like to return in the future.
Junji I.
September 2025
Great spot for a laid back, quiet visit with a magnificent pool
Andrew R.
August 2025
Check in was seamless - directions were very clear and super easy. The kitchen is very well equipped and so we enjoyed making a couple of dinners at home and breakfast daily
Veronique L.
August 2025
Great stay! Always nice to open the kitchen cupboards and find it well stocked and give me meal inspirations. Owners very responsive to questions.
susan b.
August 2025
Amazing location, kitchen and living space has all the amenities. You’ll love this place and it’s perfect for our family of 4. We can’t wait to come back.
Lovey P.
August 2025
This home has everything you need for a wonderful time in Kona. The rooms are cozy and comfortable. The beach gear was awesome! The pool behind the home was well maintained and clean. I loved our time here and can’t recommend this home enough!
Ashley B.
July 2025
We had a wonderful stay here (2 adults and 4 kids). The condo was perfect for our family, very clean and well stocked. We appreciate the extra beach equipment (chairs, toys, boogie boards). We loved the beach club- the beach was clear, calm and perfect for snorkeling and swimming. The pool was only steps from the back yard. Foodland was nearby and very convenient.
Jennifer W.
July 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Sharing the fresh and delicious island food as a family is particularly important to us, so we really appreciated the BBQ on the lanai and spacious dining areas. Great location and amenities, and excellent communication with the host. We would definitely return.
Henry P.
July 2025
Great location in the resort. Quiet complex. A very well stocked condo which is very much appreciated.
Geordine S.
July 2025
The condo was great! It was literally across the street from the pool. And the access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club was amazing. Great beach for kids, clean bathrooms, and good shade. We ate dinner most nights on the lanai and watched the sunset.I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Rory P.
July 2025
Place was beautiful, roomy and comfortable for 5 of us ranging in age from 15-80. Beautiful grounds and pool. Walk to beach is longer than noted and not obvious, but ok once we figured it out.
Patricia B.
June 2025
Good spot: We appreciated that the place was clean and well equipped — everything needed without being filled with leftover junk from previous guests. Access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club & beach gave us a good sun spot and walk-in snorkeling. Ground floor unit was spacious with 4 dining room chairs and kitchen counter seating, good internet, and easy workspace if you’re combining work and vacay. Nice attention to detail and cleanliness was really appreciated.
Jay F.
June 2025
My family (3 kids under 8) and I had a terrific time at this beautiful condo! The resort is pristine, spectacular pool, and lovely private beach that you can walk to or drive. We appreciated the beach toys and boogie board left in the garage for us to use as well. The beds were firm and comfortable and the views of the stars from the back porch at night were gorgeous. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Emily
June 2025
Our family of 6 adults enjoyed our stay. The property had everything we needed and then some. We appreciated the beach chairs, umbrella, and snorkeling equipment. We enjoyed the lovely pool along with the exceptional location. We will definitely stay here again.
Tracy J.
June 2025
Very comfortable.
Joanne S.
June 2025