Halii Kai, Big Island

Hali'i Kai is a luxurious oceanfront gated community located on the Kohala Coast, within the Waikoloa Beach Resort area. The resort offers a range of amenities, including a private Ocean Club featuring a multi-level swimming pool, heated lava rock spa, poolside bar and restaurant, and an open-air oceanfront fitness facility. Guests can also enjoy tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts, as well as access to two award-winning golf courses within the resort.

The Hali'i Kai community is situated near the Queen's Marketplace, and King's Shops, providing guests with various shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The resort is also known for its whale watching opportunities and beautiful oceanfront lava rock trail. Please note that there is a mandatory daily resort fee of $25 per unit (not per guest), which grants access to the complex amenities and is payable upon arrival.

    Halii Kai Quick Facts:


  • Address: 69-1029 Nawahine Pl,Waikoloa Village, HI 96738
  • Property Size: ~29.0 acres (192 units)
  • Reviews: 4.73 / 5.0 (from 2721 reviews)
  • Average Price: $643/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Halii Kai Vacation Rentals

Halii Kai Average Rates


As of December 2025, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Halii Kai is $643. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $750. 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 Halii Kai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 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.

Hali’i Kai earns raves for its peaceful, resort-like setting and knockout views. Guests love watching sunsets, whales and even dolphins from lanais, with beautifully landscaped grounds creating a calm, upscale vibe. Condos are consistently described as clean, spacious and very well equipped, with full kitchens and lots of thoughtful extras for the beach (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel gear, boogie boards) and families. Hosts and managers are generally praised for excellent communication and quick help, and many reviewers say they’d happily return.

The Ocean Club is a highlight: an oceanfront pool and hot tub, a fitness room facing the sea (hello, whale watching on a treadmill), plus a bar/restaurant with live music on select nights—prime sunset territory. Tennis/pickleball, basketball and a putting green add to the amenities, and the location is handy to the Kings’ and Queens’ shops and some of the island’s best beaches (Hapuna, Mauna Kea, and A‑Bay). Note there’s no sandy beach on property (it’s a lava-rock shoreline), but there’s a coastal trail to nearby spots and short drives to great swimming. Units closer to the Ocean Club are most coveted; upper floors trade stairs for broader views, while ground floors offer easy access and lawn space.

Common cautions: expect a daily resort fee (often cited around $25) at check-in for pool/club access, and be aware of strict pool rules—no outside food/drinks (often including water bottles), no balls/floats, shallow depth, limited shade, and an 8 pm closing—which some find unfriendly to energetic kids. A few guests mention a 5–15 minute walk from some buildings to the pool, and occasional unit-specific quirks (carpets, A/C sensors, appliances, mattresses) typical of individual condos; most report swift responses. Overall, travelers seeking a quiet, well-appointed base with big ocean views and a standout oceanfront pool scene rate Hali’i Kai as a top choice on the Kohala Coast.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Halii Kai Reviews


Easy and relaxing! Great area.
Malei W.
August 2025

Condo was everything we needed and then some. View was second to none! All the beach and shore equipment you could ask for. Great kitchen. The condo was great.Only problem we had was the pool staff / experience. Very disappointed. Staff rude. It was clear to use they didn't want us there. Won't return to this location with family again because of it.
Peter K.
August 2025

Nice and clean condo, hosts great to work with, very accommodating. Love the location, perfect for our family vacation !
Kelina A.
August 2025

Beautiful property We really enjoyed our stay here
Eric A.
August 2025

Family had a great time. Beautiful home and location. The place had everything we needed to enjoy Hawaii. Thanks for making it a memorable trip.
Dan C.
August 2025

Beautiful property and excellent communication. We would absolutely stay there again.
Kelly T.
August 2025

Great experience for our extended family of 6. Fantastic location with beautiful pool and excellent restaurant. Our coffee maker had a slight crack in the carafe that was promptly replaced by the service technician James (who also generously gave us a gift of chocolate covered macadamia nuts).
Doug Y.
August 2025

Incredible home and property!
Erika C.
August 2025

This property is beautiful! The view from the primary bedroom and living room/lanai is spectacular. Although we didn't prepare any meals here, the kitchen was well stocked with anything you'd need. We appreciated that the property manager reached out before our stay to see if he could help us in any way.
Karen W.
August 2025

The place was nice. I WILL ONLY BOOK DIRECTLY FROM VACASA IN THE FUTURE TO AVOID THE VRBO SERVICE CHARGE THAT I WAS GOUGED WITH. WHAT A SCAM THAT WAS. CUSTOMER SERVICE BARELY SPOKE ENGLISH AND WAS NO HELP.Great place to stay though. Good location. nice (small-ish) pool. The kitchen was fine (everything worked), the WiFi was good, the showers / bathrooms were very good.
Jason N.
August 2025

Clean, great location, all the amenities! We couldn't have asked for anything more.
Mike S.
August 2025

The place was immaculate! The kitchen was well stocked with staples and utensils. Plenty of beach toys to enjoy at the beach. The grounds are beautiful and the pool was a lovely place to be for sunsets. We highly recommend!
Rachel N.
August 2025

Nicely decorated and well equipped condo. We had very hot weather and AC was OK. Lighting in twin bed bedroom was insufficient. Tile floors throughout with only carpet being under the dining table provided no space for daily floor exercises.
Ralph W.
August 2025

Great overall experience, nice condo and great pool/dining area. Well kept grounds and quiet. Lance and Susan were genuinely nice hosts, we left a whole drawer full of personal items and they went to great efforts to return them to us. Love the big island and this is a great landing place to relax and enjoy!
Sandy D.
August 2025

We’ve stayed at Hali’i Kai numerous times and absolutely love the facility, the ocean club staff, and our 16E host was A exceptional. He did everything to make our stay exceptional and we look forward to staying there again. A hui hou
Carl F.
August 2025

We had an amazing time on the island and it was great coming back after a long day of adventures to a very nice place to call home for two weeks. We loved just sitting on the patio and watching beautiful sunsets most every evening! So thankful for the beach gear in the garage and overall a very nice home.
Elaine M.
August 2025

The house was great,very well furnished, with lots of kitchen tools, outdoor equipments, towels, ...Check-in & check-out were very easy.The pool community had an impressive view and was really nice too.
Gilles P.
August 2025

Amenities at the location were wonderful. The best part of the location was working with Allyson. She is professional, efficient, and care for her clients.
Teresa and Scottie B.
August 2025

Beautiful property with gorgeous views! Clean and so comfortable! Perfect for our adult family of 5.
Sandra D.
August 2025

We have stayed at Halii Kai many times, and this condo is the best we have stayed at. The condo was extremely well equipped with everything we needed. The view was amazing. Steve and Maryanne were very responsive to any question we had. All in all, a wonderful experience.
Carolyn
August 2025

The property was great and met all of our expectations. The listing was accurate and the property was very nice. The location was great and the unit had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. We would absolutely stay there again and would certainly recommend it to everyone.
David M.
August 2025

Outstanding property with stunning ocean views and sunsets. Unit was beautifully appointed and amenities were plentiful. Hosts provided everything needed for the beach and other activities. The location of this unit could not have been better. The club house, pool and restaurant were nearby, and two shopping centers were a short drive away. We highly recommend this property and hope to stay here again. Thank you, Vicki and Doug!
Billie Ann H.
August 2025

This is our second year in a row at 12D. We love this property and plan to return annually. Thank you for allowing us to stay here. True blessing
steve l.
August 2025

Wonderful place! We have stayed at many condo's, and I will say this one was the nicest. Very clean and comfortable, well stocked kitchen, and the photos of the balcony don't do it justice. The owners really keep the place up. Very enjoyable stay. Also next door to the Ocean Club, where the food, drinks and ambiance are great! Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Kristine D.
August 2025

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect. The condo had everything we needed for our vacation. The host was great at communicating and providing instructions a suggestions for a great stay on the island. The golf cart to get around the resort and the access to the golf course were such nice perks. Lisa even reached out when we had a Tsunami warning to make sure we were okay and knew where to go. We will be back.
Brian H.
August 2025

We had an excellent stay, in spite of two obstacles. First obstacle was our original location, and the fact that mold found. However, this was rectified, prior to our arrival, by the property management, with the offer of an upgrade, which we took! The second obstacle Was the tsunami. And, the need for temporary evacuation. However, the evacuation was brief. The communication with the property owners was excellent. And all in all, mother nature rules!
April L.
August 2025

I can’t say enough… The pictures do not do justice for the view. However everything in the condo was great. Great washer and dryer! Great shower pressure. A/c was fully functional!Kitchen was stocked. The condo was super close to the pool and restaurant which was also nice. The area of condos is also very quiet and the condo itself was quiet so neighbors did not disturb you at all. I can’t think of anything that we would have wished. We shall be back!

August 2025

Loved the location and amenities, particularly the beach accessories e.g. beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers and noodles. Neighborhood was secure and quiet and food and drink at the pool was excellent. Had a great time!
Sylvia A.
August 2025

This ground-floor unit was perfect for our family of six, five of us adults, and offered plenty of space and comfort. Each of the three bedrooms had cozy, high-quality mattresses, and the ceiling fans in every room kept us cool throughout the night. The entry closet was a treasure trove of beach gear, including boogie boards, Tommy Bahama chairs and umbrella, snorkels, and sand toys for the kids. Everything we needed for a fun, relaxing stay was right at our fingertips. I’d happily stay here again, need I say more!
Eugene S.
August 2025

We had a great time! The views were beautiful! A quick walk to the pool. Pleanty of space for all of us.
Dianna K.
July 2025

Second tine staying at the property and just as great as the first time! Great communication, all the amenities you could ask for and hands down the best property with the most amazing views! Looking forward to when we get to come back!!
William G.
July 2025

The condo was clean, inviting and very well stocked. The outdoor gear in the front closet was amazing. We had a wonderful stay. Thank you, Vacasa, for hosting us.
Swen S.
July 2025

Beautiful property and such a nice place to stay! Everything was very smooth for us - we had an amazing time! We had a question and were taken care of right away. Great furnishings - everything was very clean and the condo was very well stocked for the beach and for the stay. Would love to stay here again - and will recommend to anyone! Thank you!
Debbie S.
July 2025

This unit has a king bed with master bathroom and a Queen with the separate bathroom. Perfect for our family. My 28 year old son and his gal Lacey enjoyed the kitchen and created some great meals. We watched the sunsets in the evening. Had our coffee outside in the morning scanning the ocean to view flying fish and dolphin pods. Fabulous time!
Patricia T.
July 2025

My wife and kids had a great stay here. The unit is located in a really great neighborhood. It is very quiet and family friendly. The unit itself was well equipped with very comfortable beds and all necessary kitchen utensils plus a three burner gas grill. The unit has a great ocean/golf course view with ample snorkel gear/beach chairs/beach towels/boogie boards ect. Sitting outside on lanai was very quiet and peaceful. The golf cart that comes with the unit was a really nice bonus. The neighborhood pool is very nice with beautiful ocean views and a bar/restaurant. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for a great time on the Big Island!
Nicholas B.
July 2025

Condo was new and clean with a well equipped kitchen and lots of beach toys. View was very nice and the pool was a nice feature. Good location as well
Brian K.
July 2025

Beautiful and spacious condo right on the water. Cold a/c, large kitchen, comfy beds, and right next to the pool and club house. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Carolina B.
July 2025

The unit was great. It had everything we needed and the included starter items like paper towels, toilet paper, a day of coffee, and toiletries like shampoo, conditioner and body wash. Location was excellent! Very close to the pool and gym. Only negative was that the grill wasn’t working. Only 1 burner worked and it wouldn’t get hot enough to cook our chicken.
Juli H.
July 2025

We had a great time staying in this condo. Will come back and stay again.
Robin L.
July 2025

Beautiful setting. Very clean. Really enjoyed our time here.
Ann H.
July 2025

This property was fantastic and working the with owners was easy peasy! We had an issue with the AC during our stay and it was fixed ASAP. Absolutely would stay here again!
Elle M.
July 2025

We loved our stay at 18E. The location was great. A short walk from the pool and right next to the basketball court, putting green, and pickle ball/ tennis court. The home had everything you could need for a fun day on the island; beach chairs, sand toys, boogie boards and snorkel gear. The kitchen was also stocked with everything you can think of. There were plenty of pots, pans, utensils, salt, pepper, blender, toaster, etc. We loved using the gas grill on the back patio. The 3 bedrooms were perfect for our family of 5. It made it so everyone had their own space when needed. We also enjoyed having an in unit washer and dryer to clean towels, swimsuits, and dirty clothes. The condo is walking distance (about 8 minutes)from the Hilton and a short drive (or about half hour walk) to the King's and Queen's shopping centers and Lava Lava restaurant. I would highly recomend this property for your Big Island getaway!
Casey P.
July 2025

Amazing location, responsive host, clean and well-supplied unit. Loved it.
Justin B.
July 2025

I feel like the photos online do not do this place justice - it is absolutely stunning! The host is very responsive and gracious. We appreciated the large space in comparison to a hotel room, and the use of the beach gear (especially the umbrella!) was appreciated more than words can express. Highlights:*The property is beautiful! *The bedrooms are huge! 2 large beds in the second room was wonderful for teenagers not having to share one bed! Both had plenty of room to relax!*The decor is amazing! And the balcony with loungers were perfect for drinking coffee in the morning*The pool area was gorgeous! The only heads up I would give would be:1) There was only 1 spare roll of toilet paper between the 2 bathrooms so if you're also traveling with girls, you may need to run out to get more 2) The pool and restaurant close at 8pm so plan ahead if you would like to have dinner at the Ocean Club (which was delicious! I highly recommend the fried green beans!3) The host provided us with the gate code ahead of time and it was 100% accurate, however, make sure you actually hit the # sign before the number. I thought the # was just there as in number, but you really need to hit the # button first! Totally my misunderstanding and the host was so quick to respond when I asked her about the code not working so to spare anyone else the confusion, figured I should mention it.Overall, we absolutely loved it here and we would definitely stay here again!
Kathy B.
July 2025

Gorgeous ground floor unit with views of the water over the golf course. Comfy beds, very strong central AC, well-equipped kitchen, full W/D, & very clean. Garage has some beach supplies, although backpack chairs are pretty beat up. Good shades in bedrooms to keep out early morning sun if you enjoy sleeping in. Two things to note: locking lanai door is tricky. You have to pull handle straight up in order to turn the lock. Also, showers get turned on by pulling handle out, then rotating for temp.
Jenny H.
July 2025

We loved it here! Condo is exactly as described.
Jill N.
July 2025

This place had everything one would need. There were coolers, snorkel gear, beach chairs, umbrellas, and more. The place was pristine on the inside with an amazing view in the outside. The passes for the Hilton pool was so much fun and appreciated. Overall, you’d be remiss if you did not book 10H.
Mary S.
July 2025

One of the best properties we have ever stayed in. The condo was very spacious, clean, wells stocked and we especially liked the lanai/patio to enjoy the ocean air and breeze. The location was suburb and so close to the pool and onsite bar restaurant. It was perfect after a long day exploring on the beach. The condo extras like beach chairs and umbrellas were top notch and make beach days perfect. Richard! I can’t say enough of how gracious of a host by providing us options to help plan our trip. Mahaolo Richard for being the best host!
Liana O.
July 2025

Wonderful stay at this beautiful property. Awesome location and community
Margo I.
July 2025

My family and I loved our stay at Haili Kai on the Big Island. Incredible view of the ocean (and the sunsets) from this unit. Also, the property is literally 100 feet from the club / pool / gym. Can't wait to go back again soon!!
Hugh F.
July 2025


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