Vista Waikoloa, Big Island

Vista Waikoloa is a luxurious condo resort located in the upscale South Kohala area of Hawaii, just a 20-minute drive north from Kona airport. The resort is situated within the Waikoloa Beach Resort Development, offering easy access to beautiful white sand beaches, two professional-level golf courses, and various shopping and dining options at the King's and Queen's Shops. The gated community features a heated saltwater lap pool, two whirlpools, a fitness room, BBQ area, and a business center. The resort is surrounded by lush gardens, majestic mountain and ocean views, and is within walking distance to the Hilton Waikoloa Resort, Waikoloa Marriott Hotel, and the historic A' Bay beach. With a wide range of amenities and activities, Vista Waikoloa caters to vacationers seeking a relaxing and enjoyable stay in Hawaii.

    Vista Waikoloa Quick Facts:


  • Address: 69-1010 Keana Pl,Waikoloa Village, HI 96738
  • Property Size: ~8.7 acres (122 units)
  • Reviews: 4.82 / 5.0 (from 1362 reviews)
  • Average Price: $464/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Vista Waikoloa Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Vista Waikoloa

Vista Waikoloa Average Rates


As of September 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Vista Waikoloa is $464. 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 Vista Waikoloa Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 921 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 love the overall experience of staying in these Waikoloa Beach Resort condos. The setting is quiet, gated, and beautifully landscaped, with big lanais that catch mountain, golf-course, and peekaboo ocean views plus sunrises and sunsets. Location is a standout: an easy walk to Anaeho‘omalu Bay (A‑Bay), the Hilton and Marriott, and the Kings’ Shops/Queens’ Marketplace, with famed Kohala Coast beaches like Hapuna and Mauna Kea a short drive away. Units are consistently described as spacious, clean, and comfortable, with well‑equipped kitchens (often stocked with basics), quality linens, and lots of thoughtful extras.

On-site amenities earn high marks: a heated saltwater lap pool (shallow throughout) with two hot tubs, gas grills, a small gym, and convenient parking. Many hosts provide abundant beach gear—chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel sets, boogie boards—making beach days easy. Communication is frequently praised as responsive and friendly, and several reviewers highlight strong value versus nearby hotels while still enjoying walkable access to dining, sunset cocktails at Lava Lava Beach Club, coastal trails, and resort conveniences. For some Kolea stays, Hilton day passes were a popular bonus.

Common caveats are minor and tend to vary by unit: A/C quirks (including thermostat limits or occasional outages), sporadic maintenance or construction (e.g., exterior painting, elevator downtime), and the odd island pest sighting. A few condos feel dated, and some lanais get full afternoon sun or light road/gardener noise. Note that most units are not directly oceanfront—A‑Bay is typically a 10–15 minute walk and many views are partial. Overall, reviewers emphasize a serene, well-situated home base with generous amenities, excellent hosting, and high odds they’d return.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 921 reviews

Recent Vista Waikoloa Reviews


The condo has a pretty corner location with a peekaboo view of the ocean. The patio is well equipped with nice furniture and a small BBQ. We arrived to cold liquid refreshments, and a greeting basket which was much appreciated. The condo is well furnished, amply supplied with kitchen items and pool supplies too. The challenge being, the pool is 3 1/2 feet deep and really just set up for adults, not allowing pool toys. The boogie boards did come in handy for the ocean/beach days.Further disappointment comes from dirty exterior windows and a few kitchen items; blackened dirty sauté pan and glass bowls. OK, so things do get missed sometimes but we also discovered an empty Doritos bag between the nightstand and the bed. In general, the unit was clean, except the above mentioned.Lastly, there are many rules to abide by that comes with your arrival letter. We were surprised to learn that the thermostat will not go down below 75 and if the patio doors are open, it will turn off. There are multiple ceiling fans which help out, but if it was close to 90 outside, 75 inside would not be ideal sleeping at night (for us).Additional condo rules; no shoes allowed, squeegee master shower glass and clean the BBQ after use. I’ve managed wine country vacation homes, we’ve rented other VRBO houses and I have never asked a renting guest to clean or been instructed to clean, a barbecue and shower glass.
Bob S.
June 2026

Updated, clean, spacious condo. Kitchen very well equipped. Comfortable beds, lots of beach items — towels, plus chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards in the outdoor closet. Beautiful grounds, pool. Pool water was a bit warm for my taste, could have been a little cooler. Very close to Kings and Queens Marketplace and to “A” Beach. Sidewalks outside the complex for walking.
Grace B.
June 2026

I am a picky person when it comes to condo rentals, and I must say that this condo was great! It was perfect for my family of five including a teenager, 10 and 7 year old. Everyone got their own bed. It is right across the street from the Hilton Waikoloa, but half the price. You can buy day passes to the Hilton and walk over. It is also in walking distance of restaurants, shops, and a grocery store. It is a four minute drive to the beach, and the beach has plenty of free parking. The host was very responsive and check in was a breeze. I don’t think this was in the listing, but you can see the ocean from the balcony. That was a great surprise!
Abbey W.
June 2026

Fantastic property. Everything you want and nothing you don’t. Super clean and an endless list of amenities. Pool was loved by all as was the close access beach. Will absolutely be back.
John D.
May 2026

Wonderful place to stay! Loved the home and loved the location. Made our stay very comfortable. Thank you! Thank you!
ginny d.
May 2026

Amazing place to stay, could not have asked for anything more. Everything was very high quality, the location near the pool and beach was perfect. Hope to be back soon!
Katie M.
May 2026

Excellent property - clean, well appointed, comfortable. Host was wonderful.
Carmen O.
May 2026

Everything was just as I needed. Beautiful view snd relaxing. Thank you!
Julie W.
May 2026

We really enjoyed staying here. The condo was very comfortable and clean. It was very convenient to restaurants, shopping and the wonderful beaches. The host was very kind and helpful.
Nancy
May 2026

FABULOUS LOCATION, GREAT VIEWS, wonderful breezes and a very comfortable condo!! The beds are comfy and the pillows are AMAZING! The kitchen is super well equipped!! Everything you might need! Plenty of pool/beach towels as well! . The Waikaloa Vista’s pool area is beautiful and hot tubs give you a choice of HOT and Medium hot! Easy check in and check out process! We would definitely rent here again!
Lauren M.
May 2026

Had issues with washing machine but they assisted quickly.
Beth M.
May 2026

Great location, walking distance to A Bay beach, grocery store, shopping and cinema. A few good restaurants also close by. Quiet and comfortable accommodations. Loved it
Gary H.
May 2026

Everything was perfect!
Kevin O.
May 2026

Great location. A bit misleading in terms of "ocean view"GREAT kitchen and balconies! A bit crowded with lots of furniture, but overall perfect for outdoor visiting, and ocean breezes!!
Judy E.
May 2026

Great location! Easy access to the beach, dining and great walking area.
Kristina S.
May 2026

We loved our stay at this place.The views from the ground floor lanai were better than the photos in my opinion. Expansive views my money, looking out towards Mauna Kea is breathtaking.Great beach gear everything you need, well appointed kitchen, love the entry area with the automatic light that welcomes you and a great area to put all those things that you need to make sure you know where they are- such as car keys! Love the paint colors too, very welcoming and very comfortable.Love the two sliders in the living room that really give you a full view to the outside golf course, coco palms etc. . Outdoor furniture was perfect and comfortable as well. Joe was responsive and easy to reach. Thank you! Just do it. Book it.
Mary L.
May 2026

I really liked this unit. I have stayed at a few other complexes in the area and it compares favorably to them. The fitness center was similar to others in the area. I took a look at the pool and it seemed nice but I didn't really take advantage of it this trip.
Edward A.
May 2026

This place was immaculate, and super nice. The bed was extremely comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked with pretty much everything you need if you wanted to bring your groceries and cook meals. It was in a perfect area, very close to all the shops and restaurants in Waikoloa. Very convenient to have a washer and dryer and cold A/C. The grills on the property are brand new, I made use of those. The pool is big enough to do laps in, very nice.
Chad
May 2026

Beautiful, spacious stay! We were close to shops and beaches. Perfect for a family of four.
Allison V.
May 2026

Clean, comfy, well stocked condo. Excellent communication with owners. Would stay here again!
Sibyl E.
May 2026

Very clean, well located, and most importantly, quiet.
Brian B.
May 2026

Everything about place was amazing.
JASON F.
May 2026

This space was perfectly located, super clean with easy check-in, and stocked with everything we needed for a 5-day stay. We’ll definitely be back!
Cassandra C.
April 2026

Awesome mountain, golf course and water view from condo balcony. On the golf course, super convenient location, easy access to everywhere. Well stocked kitchen, very impressive. Firm mattress, comfortable beds. We enjoyed the stay very much. Definitely will come back and rebook.
Xin G.
April 2026

What a wonderful area to stay while visiting the Big Island!! The condo was very clean and had all the amenities that we could have asked for. The host was very communicative prior to checking in. The view from the Lanai was wonderful. We look forward to visiting again in the future.
Anna B.
April 2026

Probably the most comfortable beds of any rental property or hotel we’ve ever stayed in! Great location…very short walk to the clubhouse pool with waterfront access. Beach walk to the Lava Lava beach club (restaurant) and beyond for more private beach areas. Excellent carport locker full of beach toys and set up items. The boogie boards, umbrellas, beach chairs, coolers, and wagon/cart to haul everything were wonderful. Bathrooms were huge and clean with all the basic toiletries and necessities (hair dryer, extra towels, etc). Beach towels were provided. Laundry in the unit (including pods and fabric softener) was very helpful. Outdoor grill/dining area was nice. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend. Beautiful grounds. Beach passes for the Hilton were a plus, but we didn’t end up using them, except fur one time to check out the property and have lunch. Responsive host. Thank you!
Erin M.
April 2026

Fantastic property in a great location. Easy walking to all of Waikoloa including the beach. Well equipped, comfortable, and with beautiful finishes. Clearly a well-kept property with the vacation renter in mind.
Matt H.
April 2026

It was a beautiful, comfortable well equipped condo. Vista is a very friendly place to stay and conveniently located to many things.
susan t.
April 2026

Excellent location in Waikoloa! The unit is on the ground floor parking right at the entry of the unit. The beach supplies were a huge hit and so very helpful versus having to otherwise rent such things at local shops. Master bedroom and master bath were amazing, as were the outside sitting areas.
James N.
April 2026

This was a great place to stay and had a wonderful location where you can walk to the shops and the beaches. The place had a great deck area and everything in the kitchen and also a washer and dryer. We had the best time here.
Kelli L.
April 2026

Pool was great. The Lanie was great for outdoor dining. Very good value for the money.
Jerry S.
April 2026

Beautiful place. Perfect for my husband and I along with our two boys. Condo is very close to the pool. Walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Perfect amount of amenities.
Tanya Z.
April 2026

There is a difference between a rental unit and a home. This is a well-cared for home where everything from the decor to the doorstop has been carefully considered. At one point, we were look for the beach towels. I knew they had to be somewhere because every other detail had been attended to. And sure, enough, there they were! We had a comfortable stay and enjoyed the proximity to the beach and the shops. 10/10
Melissa R.
April 2026

I would give 10 stars if I could! Everything was exactly as described if not better. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything promised. Beach gear was amazing! View and location was beautiful. Beds were comfy. Everything was clean and in excellent condition.
Katherine C.
April 2026

Location is great. This is really a one bedroom with a sliding door to make a second sleeping area. If it was other adults with us would have not been ideal. The hot water was hit and miss in the showers and most days was not hot at all. I would not stay at this location again but the area is great and pool was great.
Matthew M.
April 2026

Beautiful condo and grounds. Pool big enough for lap swimming. 15 minute or so walk to beach or short drive with no trouble parking. Walk to shops, restaurants, some limited groceries. Had a lovely time.
Laura a.
April 2026

This condo was perfect for our family of four. It was very charming, comfortable, clean, fully stocked, and in a great location. We were so sad to have to leave!
Jill C.
April 2026

Our month was wonderful!! Unit was very clean and furnished lovely. Can’t wait to come back.
Diane E.
March 2026

The condo is beautifully decorated and the location is perfect; near restaurants, beaches and shopping. The views of the mountains are amazing. We will definitely stay here again!
Celeste K.
March 2026

The condo was well stocked and clean. The view, lovely every morning. Our one issue was the confusing lighting and fans. We did get the code for the pool for the manager. We had a delightful time.
Leslie P.
March 2026

Place was as advertised.
Leslie B.
March 2026

Great location, place was well stocked, clean, and tons of room!
Daryl F.
March 2026

We really enjoyed our stay in this large spacious condo! It had everything we needed plus more. Monica was very easy to communicate with and was very accommodating. We enjoyed the view and loved sitting on the deck listening to the birds. The proximity to the beach and easy walk to the Kings and Queens shops was great! We would love to stay again in the future.Norma Z
Norma Z.
March 2026

Fully equipped kitchen. Great lanai. Very nice and quiet communal pool and BBQ areas.
Claire V.
March 2026

This was my first time on the Big Island, and I had such a wonderful stay! The view, the location, the condo itself...all were fabulous. The beach and shops were all within a 5-10 minute walk; a real bonus if you don't want to rent a car. I really appreciated the super comfy bed (not something you can always count on), A/C and fully stocked kitchen. The owners, Tracy and Carmine, were excellent communicators - friendly and super responsive. I'm already planning my return visit and will definitely book with them again!
Barb S.
March 2026

We loved the Big Island and Waikoloa beach. The location of the condo was amazing. Our host was very helpful and communicative. The space was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for a wonderful stay!
Lisa H.
March 2026

We had a wonderful visit…loved the condo and everything the area offered. Walked to the beach and all the shops. Hard to leave.
Lisa M.
March 2026

Great location. Enjoyed the short walk to ocean for sunsets. Nice to get a few laps in the pool.
Michael E.
March 2026

The condo was clean, comfortable, and everything we needed was available. The complex itself was beautiful as were the surroundings and view. We used the pool and hot tubs daily. Logistically, the nearby shops and restaurants were good. The Owners were very helpful and responsive to all of our questions. We would stay here again and highly recommend this unit and resort complex.
Linda K.
March 2026

This was the most well-stocked condo we've ever stayed in! It was very large with nice amenities, had a lovely view over the golf course with beautiful sunrises, and was convenient for getting around the island. Host Sylvia was very responsive and friendly.
Elizabeth W.
March 2026


Or feel free to contact us if you need help finding a place to stay. We are Hawaii's vacation rental experts.

Oceanfront Rentals

hawaii condo resort
Discover Big Island's best oceanfront rentals, all with beautiful ocean views.
Oceanfront Rentals

Rental Search

hawaii condo
Use the rental search page to find the best rentals for your preferences.
Rental Search

Condo Guide

hawaii vacation rental
Research the options with the world's most comprehensive Big Island condo guides.
Big Island Condos