Villages at Mauna Lani, Big Island

The Villages at Mauna Lani is a gated community within the prestigious Mauna Lani Resort, known for its world-class golf courses, tennis facilities, pristine beaches, and private spa. Guests have access to the resort's private beach club, Mauna Lani Spa, and Mauna Lani Tennis and Athletic Center. The Villages also offers its own exercise facility, private pool, and heated spa. The Shops at Mauna Lani are within walking distance, featuring restaurants, grocery stores, and retail shops. The resort is committed to Hawaiian culture, historic preservation, and environmental conservation, offering self-guided walking tours to explore the Holo Holo Kai petroglyph park, archeological sites, and the famous Kalahuipuaa fishponds. The Kohala Coast boasts a golfer's paradise with numerous challenging courses and is home to six spectacular beaches, including Beach 69, Hapuna Beach, and Mauna Kea Beach.

    Villages at Mauna Lani Quick Facts:


  • Address: 68-1025 N Kaniku Dr,Waimea, HI 96743
  • Property Size: ~30.0 acres (130 units)
  • Reviews: 4.91 / 5.0 (from 767 reviews)
  • Average Price: $779/night for 3 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Villages at Mauna Lani Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Villages at Mauna Lani

Villages at Mauna Lani Average Rates


As of August 2026, the average price of a 3 bedroom unit at Villages at Mauna Lani is $779. 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 Villages at Mauna Lani Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 553 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

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.

Guests consistently describe the Villages at Mauna Lani as an upscale, quiet, and very family‑friendly base on the Kohala Coast. The homes and townhomes are spacious and comfortable, with many noting ensuite baths for every bedroom, comfy beds, and plenty of privacy for multi‑generation groups or multiple couples. Kitchens are a standout across properties—often stocked well beyond the basics and, in many cases, outfitted with high‑end appliances—making cooking at home easy. Lanais and outdoor kitchens get a lot of love for coffee at sunrise and dinners at sunset, and access to community pools and a solid fitness center rounds out the resort feel.

Location earns high marks. Being in a gated neighborhood within walking distance of Foodland Farms, coffee and a few restaurants is a major convenience, and the area is an excellent jumping‑off point for Hapuna and Mauna Kea beaches, the Fairmont and Auberge resorts, and island day trips. The private Mauna Lani Beach Club is a highlight mentioned again and again—calm water, good snorkeling, lounge chairs/cabanas, and an on‑site restaurant—plus most homes provide abundant beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, snorkel sets; often bikes). Communication and service are frequently praised; owners/managers are generally responsive and quick to resolve small hiccups, with thoughtful welcome touches noted in many stays.

Common caveats are modest and vary by unit: most places are not truly walkable to the beach (plan a short drive or consider renting a golf cart), and a few guests encountered aging appliances, finicky BBQs or ice makers, AC set‑point limits/warm upstairs afternoons, or the occasional tropical pests (ants) if food is left out. A handful of reviews cited cleaning or maintenance misses, but these were not the norm and were typically addressed quickly. Dining options immediately nearby are limited and groceries can be pricier, so many guests stock up in Kona/Costco. Overall, travelers looking for space, comfort, strong amenities, and easy beach access (via the Beach Club) rate this community very highly.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 553 reviews

Recent Villages at Mauna Lani Reviews


Wonderful location (5 min walk to grocery store, restaurants, 2 min walk to pool/ center). Great supply of beach towels, beach chairs, etc. kitchen is well stocked with dishes, spices, pots and pans etc - even a waffle maker. Home is bright and spacious. Owner very quick to respond to questions. Mauna Lani is a wonderful resort.
Lynnda S.
April 2026

Working with Donna was easy and she was attentive to all our questions. There was a family checking out the morning of our arrival, so there was a bit of confusing with checking in, but once that was settle the rest of the trip was very smooth. Would highly recommend.
Tyler B.
April 2026

Our house was beautiful, very clean with a lot of kitchen tools, bath towels and beach supplies.The house was very quiet inside so sounds from downstairs were not heard upstairs.
Barb L.
April 2026

Our vacation at Mauna Lani was fabulous. Cheers to Steve and Maryanne for having us. This property is clean, very well stocked, and nicely maintained with care as mentioned by other reviews. There is easy access to all vacation amenities, grocery stores, shopping, resorts, beaches, amazing restaurants, etc. We loved the quick sushi and poke selections at Foodland store on way home from exploring. The swimming pool on property is very nice, private, and close by. We are a family of four with teens. We are very discerning with respect to where we stay. This home had separate space for all of us to relax, kick back, break from each other to rest up, read a book, watch a show, sit on the lanai and BBQ, etc. Us dads get to enjoy time off from work too, so nice to have elbow room as needed. We’ve been traveling to Hawaii the last several years during our kids’ spring break, staying on Kauai near Poipu Beach. We picked the Big Island this year which is just as cool and amazing as beautiful Kauai, maybe even better. We would stay here again for sure.
Dan W.
April 2026

House was very well equipped (kitchen and linens especially good) and host communication was excellent. Location was outstanding. Beautiful home. There were however a few issues with bugs and the roof leaked inside a little bit when it rained. There also weren't good instructions for the tvs, keys, key fobs for the house/neighborhood/beach club.
Susan C.
April 2026

Wonderful large house great for 2 families. Nice indoor and outdoor kitchen. Beautiful lanai. Great location walk to food land.
Meghan S.
March 2026

Beautiful home in a great quiet gated community in the best location on the Kona coast! Don’t hesitate to book this place. Donna proactively reached out to see if we were ok during a heavy rain storm before we even checked in, and offered early check in that day. Would definitely stay here again!
James M.
March 2026

This was the perfect home for our stay. It had everything necessary to accommodate our family and gave us great access to beaches, restaurants, shops, etc. I would absolutely stay here again.
Jordan Z.
March 2026

Full of great amenities, pool and hot tub. Never heard from property manager which would have been helpful to answer questions about the high end gizmos in the house, e.g. the DeLongi espresso machine. Very comfortable and extremely quiet part of the neighborhood. While the house is over 20 years old, it has been very well maintained. Took advantage of the golf package which is a nice added amenity.
Gary J.
March 2026

The house was the perfect home base for our family. It’s more luxurious and spacious than the pictures. Very clean and comfortable. So nice to all be on one level. Beds were super comfortable. Neighborhood is very quiet, was so nice to come back to after a long day. Hosts were very organized and pleasant to deal with. Would absolutely book here again!
James M.
March 2026

These Village units are solidly built and very comfortable. Each bedroom is a master with their own bathroom, walk-in closet, and comfortable beds and linens. The unit perfectly outfitted with everything you will need from beach chairs, towels, bikes and boogie boards. This unit is very well located as it backs up to the golf course with mountain views on the upstairs rear lanai porch. Highly recommended!
James F.
March 2026

Amazing house! I would love to stay here again in the future because of the convenient, safe location; comfortable beds; well-stocked kitchen; lots of extras; proximity to grocery; great communication from the owner.

March 2026

Our stay was so wonderful! The home was so clean and nice it made us feel like we were staying at a luxury resort. The house was stocked with anything you could need - beach supplies, snorkel gear, and random food items which is always nice. Our only criticism is the 5 min drive to the private beach club. We mistakenly assumed that access to a private beach club meant we were within walking distance to the beach. It just made us plan out our beach days a little more.
Chelsea A.
March 2026

We had a wonderful time in this beautiful home in Mauna Lani. Robert, property manager/owner was very attentive with quick responses before and during our stay.The home fit our three couples with room to spare. Each room is well appointed and the kitchen is one of the best fully stocked kitchens we have experienced. The home brings the outdoors in and allows the beauty of Hawaii to filter through every room. We had all our meals on the Lani and loved hearing the sweet birds.Thank you Robert for sharing your home with us!Mahalo,Lisa
Lisa M.
March 2026

Perfect layout for privacy and togetherness. So many amenities that are very helpful when arriving in Hawaii!!
Jay G.
March 2026

Clean, convenient, no complaints.
DAVID H.
March 2026

We really like the location and the floor plan really allows you to let the outside in with excellent cross ventilation. The local manager Lissette and the owner have been very responsive .
Patrick W.
March 2026

House was beautiful and superbly equipped for entire family.
Carole S.
March 2026

Home is kept in top shape, stocked with essentials and in a great location. Host is very outgoing and available for help as needed. Will definitely book again.
Michael G.
February 2026

Good location, quiet, though dark-very clean. Beds a bit uncomfortable.
Valerie E.
February 2026

Everything was perfect!!!!!
Judith D.
February 2026

FIrst of all I will say that the rental company was very responsive and fixed things quickly, however I was incredibly disappointed with the cleanliness of this condo. The carpet is absolutely disgusting with pink stains in various places. We also found up to 10 cockroaches in multiple locations of the unit (downstairs bedroom, upstairs bathroom and in the family room area). They did come to spray while we were there once we let management know. The curtains downstairs did not open easily and when we tried the whole pole came down. The tv was challenging to use and everytime we had on normal tv it would switch over to a strange screen where we had to constantly press buttons to put it back on normal tv. Overall, the price we paid for this unit was over the top considering these different issues. I highly recommend getting the carpet cleaned as that would make a big difference for this unit.

February 2026

Beautiful home in lovely upscale community with grocery and restaurants right around the corner. Quick communication from owner. I should have asked about the stairs as I have mobility issues . That was my fault. The home was well stocked with lots of plates, glasses, silver, etc. we loved the guest rooms with their own bath.
Linda S.
February 2026

Everything was perfect and we had a wonderful time. Well stocked with everything we needed and then some! Beautiful home with a great location. Can’t wait to return.
Patti H.
February 2026

The five star rating was location and wheelchair accessibility. Location was perfect for us--- Hole 4 of Mauna Lani North golf course. There isn't any ocean in site but with a private pool and hot tub it didn't seem necessary. Very little communication with hosts so we didn't know how to heat the pool. The accessibility was really good considering it isn't listed on their post. Since we have a wheelchair bound person we gind we usually just have to look through the pictures. No steps to entrance to front or back of house. Large walk in wheelchair accesible shower. There was a shower chair available but it was too low. We found other options. The place worked out great for us.
Carissa G.
February 2026

Great communication on their part. I received emails and texts which I appreciated. Instructions were clear and questions answered quickly. The home was clean and very functional. It had the cooking supplies that we needed, I enjoyed using the grill. The beach towels were convenient and supplies in the garage were a nice touch. We loved the beach access. We would definitely stay here again.
Aaron R.
February 2026

House was comfortable and in good condition.
Kate M.
January 2026

All was very nice, very comfortable, well equipped, and attractive. We had a very pleasant stay.
June S.
January 2026

Well equipped nice house. Great location!
Dan M.
January 2026

Wonderful condo that felt spacious for three couples sharing the space for a week. It has everything you need to take advantage of all that the Mauna Lani area has to offer. We enjoyed the private beach and tennis club particularly but also used the bikes and grill.

January 2026

Great location. Would be great for families or multiple couples. There were a couple of maintenance issues while we were there but the property manager was great and the problem were fixed in a timely manner.

January 2026

The house was homey, plenty of room, big showers. Location of home away from crowds. Amenities were a nice extra, pool access, beach access. Host is makes sure everything going as planned.
Jose Jr. C.
January 2026

This was a wonderful place…all elements checked the right boxes…spacious, clean, well appointed, great location and views.
Katharine W.
January 2026

FABULOUS place to stay, the home is wonderful and has everything you need to enjoy your stay. Peaceful & perfect in every way. Conveniently located and close to all, We cant wait to stay again,
Louise J.
January 2026

We had a great stay! Home was clean and well stocked. There was a very close store and pool was a quick walk and we could view it from the primary suite lanai. Everything was convenient and beds were super comfortable. We had immediate assistance when we accidently set the child lock on the beautiful cook top. Would definitely stay again. Mauna Lani resort is amazing and access to the beach club super handy. Mahalo!
Dana J.
January 2026

The host was incredibly kind, responsive and helpful. The property is gorgeous and comfortable. Just about everything needed is there, including games! This is a top notch location, and feels near to everything and yet secluded. Highly recommend the golf cart rental as well to cruise around the area. We hope to be back!
Courtney M.
January 2026

This was the nicest vacation rental we’ve ever stayed at! So much space, comfortable beds, everything we needed in the kitchen. The lanai was beautiful, we ate outside for every meal. The pool is a one minute walk from the back door. Beach club parking access was great! Otherwise there are many stunning beaches a short drive away. The grocery store is maybe a 5 minute walk away, which we loved (also ice cream, coffee and other shops/restaurants). Great place!!
Erika R.
January 2026

The home was clean and beautiful. Great neighborhood and close to everything. I would absolutely stay again. The only recommendation would be new towels for the bathrooms as they were thin (the beach towels are perfect) and to update the shower head in the master bath. It was very grimy with poor water pressure because of clogged holes. I recommend this home. It is fully stocked, especially the garage.
Larry G.
January 2026

The host was very welcoming and amenities were great.
Angela N.
January 2026

Wonderful new year’s week with our college and high school kids! The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. Beds are super comfortable. Location is excellent for proximity to shops and pool facility. We especially loved the beach club and snorkeling at the black sand beach.
Kristin C.
January 2026

Home was clean, nicely furnished and very well stocked, and host was extremely responsive to all questions. A great home base for exploring the Big Island!
Julie K.
January 2026

It was an awesome home! Well stocked, great views. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Amanda C.
January 2026

Nice unit!
jim b.
December 2025

Great house for a few families/couples staying together. Check in, Check out process was super easy, and communication with the rental staff was very responsive. One of the best stocked kitchens around for cooking. We have been visiting the area for over 40 yrs and stayed at too many VRBOs in the area to count - this one is most definitely in the top tier!
Patty L.
December 2025

Lots of useful items provided - bikes, boogie boards, snorkels, etc.
Stefen H.
December 2025

Nice property in a great area. Close to the beach club which is a great way to spend you mornings and afternoons.
Alex T.
December 2025

Very nice property and well appointed . We spent most of our time at the pool. Our granddaughter’s favourite. She had some kids to play with a few times and the rest of the time It was quiet.
Susan R.
December 2025

Home was well equipped, conveniently located and roomy for our group of 8 people. One issue came up during stay and was corrected quickly and nicely by the host so did not impact our time in the home.
Larry W.
December 2025

Gym and hot tub were great. The pool would be a bit nicer if heated a little.
Judy L.
November 2025

Lovely property - perfect for a celebration trip! Hosts were very responsive to any inquiry, and very welcoming. This trip was in celebration of my husband's 80th birthday, and our daughter, her husband and 2 children (3 and 5) joined us. The layout of this home enabled the "older" folk to sleep downstairs, with the rest being upstairs. It was perfect - each room was well appointed, and everything so welcoming. The open layout worked well when everyone was in the big room. Everything that we needed was there.Good location, also - we had stayed in the area before, and were happy to get back. We were able to go to the beach almost every day, and the unit had everything needed for that activity. The access to the Private Beach Club really enhances the value of the stay. Lovely beach, great for kids, snorkelers and divers. Could not improve there.Everyone in our party had a absolutely magical time - many special memories created. Highly recommend. We will return in the future. Thank you, Steve and Maryanne!
Cheryl W.
November 2025


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