Ka Milo at Mauna Lani, Big Island

Ka Milo at Mauna Lani is a private gated residential community located in the Mauna Lani Resort area, featuring a collection of homes as well as duplexes. Although the detached homes feature their own swimming pools, the community also includes a fabulous recreation center. Here you'll find a family lagoon pool (with special section for small children), a lap pool for adults, 2 spas, a pavilion with outdoor kitchen and BBQ, a fitness center with lockers and change rooms - all surrounded by 2 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. The recreation center is shared with the neighboring Kulalani townhome development (another great option).

The aerial photo gallery below shows both the Kulalani and Ka Milo communities, with the recreation center in the middle.

    Ka Milo at Mauna Lani Quick Facts:


  • Address: 68-1122 N Kaniku,Waimea, HI 96743
  • Property Size: ~30.5 acres (137 units)
  • Reviews: 4.9 / 5.0 (from 1697 reviews)
  • Average Price: $838/night for 3 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Ka Milo at Mauna Lani Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Ka Milo at Mauna Lani

Ka Milo at Mauna Lani Average Rates


As of May 2026, the average price of a 3 bedroom unit at Ka Milo at Mauna Lani is $838. The average price of a 4 bedroom unit is $1091. 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 Ka Milo at Mauna Lani Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 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.

Most guests rave about this resort-style community for its spacious, spotless homes and family-friendly setup. Villas and townhomes feel private and peaceful within a quiet, gated neighborhood, often with golf-course or mountain views, large lanais and, in many cases, private plunge pools in addition to the excellent community pool complex with a lap pool, hot tubs and fitness center. Kitchens are exceptionally well equipped, and garages are typically stocked with beach gear, boogie boards, snorkel sets, coolers, bikes and even baby gear, making it easy for multigenerational groups to settle in. A standout perk is access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club—calm waters, cabanas and great snorkeling—plus quick drives to top beaches like Hapuna, Mauna Kea and 49 Black Sand.

Location earns high marks for convenience: Foodland Farms, cafes and resort restaurants are nearby, walking trails abound, and many guests use bikes or a golf cart around the resort. Check-in is smooth, instructions are clear, and hosts/property managers are widely praised for fast, friendly communication and quick fixes when needed. Layouts with multiple suites and ample bathrooms make it especially comfortable for larger families and groups; many reviewers say they’d happily return and often do.

A few recurring caveats to know: homes are individually owned, so occasional maintenance or cleanliness hiccups (a finicky grill, tired chair, or bikes needing a tune) do pop up, though managers generally respond quickly. Safety door alarms on lower-level sliders to pools are common (and can be annoying until you learn the bypass), some community pools aren’t heated, AC often requires doors/windows closed and may be set to a max cool setting, and most properties include just one Beach Club parking pass. The Beach Club can get busy and the area is a 30–40 minute drive from Kona town, so a car is recommended. For most travelers, the tradeoff is well worth it for the quiet setting, generous space and resort amenities.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Ka Milo at Mauna Lani Reviews


perfect stay. Management company responsive and unit is beautiful with top notch furnishing
Allison S.
January 2026

The home and paradise team were amazing. Grateful to them for making our stay comfortable and helping us out with some requests. Mahalo!
Maxwell S.
January 2026

Place is dark and worn. Bathrooms good.Host was responsive to emails.
Claudia B.
January 2026

Everything was great. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Barton G.
January 2026

From the minute we drives, our host was quick to respond to any questions, and ensured we had a great stay. The house itself is incredible, and is equipped with everything that you need. From the kitchen to the backyard pool, spa, and BBQ, everything was perfect.
Rob P.
January 2026

This is the perfect rental if you have adult children and want to be in the beautiful resort of mauna lani. Owners have equipped this place in a very thoughtful, practical way. We would definitely stay here again.
Madame K.
January 2026

Beautiful property and location. It was the perfect getaway and location for our group of adults, teens and 9 year olds. Everyone was happy! Would definitely go back. Very clean and well kept.
Breanna O.
January 2026

Overall, this is a great property. Would definitely come back with a smaller group - 9 felt like too many for the house.There are a few things that should definitely be updated soon in the home. The refrigerator/freezer and microwave both work- but not great…hard for a larger party. We needed to buy multiple bags of ice every day to keep up with our group of 9 staying there. We had a small rodent issue while we were there - they said from previous guests leaving the doors open. Our food was nibbled on each night but when we told them, they came right away and set traps in the kitchen. Property manager was super responsive - great customer service. The location of the property is the best in this complex, so close to the pool/gym. The house is well equipped with items for the beach. The private beach club was great…we went at least 4 times. The Hilton passes were fun to use one day. House and complex felt very safe and clean.
Kindra G.
January 2026

lovely neighborhood and home. comfoable beds and room for 8 family members seemed like a home away from home. Great beach gear
Patricia W.
January 2026

Perfect stay for a big family trip. Even with 10 adults and a baby, the house had comfortable amount of space. Clean, comfortable, and modern interior. Easy access to the beach and scenic walks on the Mauna lani property. Mike, the property manager, made sure we had everything we needed and was easy to communicate with.House amenities: plenty of cookware and utensils, towels and beach towels.Beach gear: boogie boards, beach chairs and umbrellas, sand toys, snorkel gear.Baby gear: pack-n-play, booster seat.Resort acces: There is one card for access to Mauna lani beach club. Two keys to the rec center, which has a pool and gym
Kristen C.
January 2026

Host was efficient and gave us all pertinent information needed. Very nice location
Paul S.
January 2026

Awesome place to spend our vacation for 10 (8 adults and 2 children)! Spacious and well appointed - no details overlooked. Plenty of child appropriate things to do and fun toys/equipment for the beach and ocean activities. The property management company was also very communicative and friendly to deal with. Highly recommend.
David W.
January 2026

it was great
Barbara R.
January 2026

Excellent location
kristin w.
January 2026

It was great staying at this property. Everything was great except one thing, the check out time was 10 am which was little early. I requested extension considering the little kids and they need more time to get ready, but the management team did not give us any extension. However, it is great property and we had a nice family time.
Santosh N.
January 2026

Beautiful well maintained property in a great location. The Mauna Lani beach and Hilton pool access was well appreciated by all. This was our third condo rental in the Waikoloa area and the best one yet. Property management team was wonderful to work with. Smooth booking, check in and check out process. Next visit to the Big Island, we'll be sure to check to see if this property is available.
Charles
January 2026

Beautiful home. Very well maintained. Had everything we needed to enjoy our week. Management company was helpful and responsive. Would definitely return with our family of 6.
Joanna W.
January 2026

The Kamilo properties are especially fantastic for families - the pool beach access are phenomenal, and the property is situated close to a lot of helpful amenities (Foodlands grocery store, and more). We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!
Stephanie W.
January 2026

Heidi was a phenomenal host -- proactive, thoughtful, communicative. And the house was a dream for our group of 3 inter-generational families!We had rented another house next door, and this one was definitely a lot better in terms of decor, kitchen supplies, and communication. We'll definitely come back -- thank you!
Stephanie W.
January 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was there with my three adult children, their spouses and three grandchildren aged 20 months, 5 y, and 7y. The house was clean and we were all comfortable during our stay. It was really nice having the dining table that fit all of us around it. There were plenty of beach towels and chairs, coolers etc. for use. It was nice having access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club's Lagoon. It was close by and perfect for the kids. The property manager was responsive to our questions and needs. Overall, it was a great experience. I would return for another visit.
Linda D.
January 2026

We greatly enjoyed our stay. Our only recommendation would be to provide more seating to accommodate a home that sleeps 10.While dining/eating was very adequate, relaxing, visiting, watching TV together was a little tough. Perhaps an L shape on the Lani would help. Other than that it was a lovely well appointed home. Thank you for your hospitality.
Lorelei S.
January 2026

Everything about the place was great and had everything that we needed to have a great vacation. The host was also very responsive and helpful.
Mark m.
January 2026

Had a great time, the house was per
Thomas W.
January 2026

Private beach was beautiful with great bar and grill. Beautiful hikes in the neighborhood. Lanai was perfect. Great table for 8. Grill worked beautifully. Only problem was in kitchen- faucet stuck on sprayer and garbage disposal required use of a wine cork to turn off. Proximity to golf and Fairmont and Starbucks appreciated. Rooms were perfect, beds comfortable and living space perfect. Appreciated the use of large garage for one vehicle. The vibe of the unit was so chill- easy to relax. Would definitely stay here again!
William B.
January 2026

Our family of 4 really loved this place.Highly recommended!
Jorg N.
January 2026

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our family of three generations, stayed together, and enjoyed all the amenities of the house, and Mauna Lani. The house was very clean, instructions were clear, well appointed, close to the pool, and a quick drive to the Mauna Lani beach. Beach gear and kitchen appliances were well stocked and very much appreciated. Can’t wait to book again!
Cherylee K.
December 2025

The house was perfectly fine. It was clean, spacious, and in a good neighborhood. And management was responsive to our issues. But the hot tub was warm, never hot. I suspect the owner is particular about their heating bill. Even the pool wasn't heated, despite being advertised as having a "heated pool". It costs up to another 80 a day to heat the pool, if you want it heated. There seems to be an overall reluctance from the owner to heat the pool and hot tub. Maybe this is typical, I am unsure. And if items like this do not bother you, then this house works. That was my main issue. I don't intend to be petty about it, but I do think people should know this fact before booking.
Mark M.
December 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic time! We loved the floor plan, the setting next to the golf course and location that was in walking distance to the resort and to the local grocery store. Was also about a 30 minute drive to the Kona airport.
Christine K.
December 2025

Nice
Paul or Vicky or Casey K.
December 2025

The host was great and the home had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Van K.
December 2025

Wonderful home for our large family gathering. Mike was awesome to work with and we are already planning our next stay.
Greg N.
December 2025

Wonderful location and excellent accommodations.
David S.
December 2025

Very welcoming host, beautiful property! Location was quiet and had access to great beaches and shopping. Was a wonderful family vacation and enjoyed by the whole family. We had an amazing time
Eileen G.
December 2025

Everything was great! House is beautiful, clean and fully stocked with everything you need for a great vacation. The location is prime. Our property manager was amazing, always available for any questions and very helpful with anything we needed. We will definitely be coming back to this rental. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Jennifer C.
December 2025

Great stay, spacious and well stocked. Communication was quick and responsive. Will stay again.
cane f.
December 2025

Fantastic Villa. We loved the property and our stay. Thank you so much!
Clark T.
December 2025

It is a lovely home in a great location. It worked out well for our family.
Peg R.
December 2025

Pretty good on kitchen stuff. Cousy have had had more things like detergent and paper towels , etc
Michael h.
December 2025

I could not have asked for a better property to celebrate my mom's 60th birthday with our family! Everyone audibly gasped when they walked into the house for the first time. The grand living space is so beautiful and made group breakfasts and dinners a breeze. You enter the house on the second level where the living room, kitchen, dining room, powder room, balcony with outdoor dining and bbq, and finally the second room with an en suite. The other three bedrooms are located downstairs. Each room was spacious and beautifully decorated. All 8 adults were comfortable in their respective rooms. The larger resort community is incredible. The beach club was perfect for a beach day and we spent two days just doing that. There is a black sand beach on the resort that is a must see! There is a grocery store walking distance from the house with everything you could need for your stay. The gated community that the house is in was also amazing. We loved the pool and jacuzzi facility. We would 100% stay here again if we find ourselves on the Big Island.
Tatiana O.
November 2025

Overall the experience was fantastic. We had great views of the golf course off the lanai.
Erik N.
November 2025

Yes, home was clean & fabulous! Great communication!
Winona C.
November 2025

Beautiful location and amenities/also liked the Beach club and nearby store
Ann B.
November 2025

The house was just perfect from layout, location to facilities and amenities. The host provided enough amenities and pool/beach items for a large group. Will definitely stay here again.
Junaid S.
November 2025

This house was amazing and the owners provide excellent customer service. Truly one of the best customer service we’ve ever had. Thanks for helping us make some amazing lasting memories. We will definite be looking for paradise in Hawaii stays in the future.

November 2025

Attached are photos of the sheets of the master bed and bedroom on the lower floor. FILTHY - STAINS FROM PRIOR GUESTS. We had to wash the sheets before using those beds......DISGUSTING!!!! This tainted our entire stay. Property manager acknowledged the problem, but didn't seem to really care. The unit needs refreshing, but is in a great location and could be outstanding. Pool had a sweeper in it that should have been removed before guests arrived and my request to remove it myself was granted, but was told the pool guy would not be happy. That might be fine if the pool guy was paying for our lodging. No remote provided for garage so if you want to use it you need to park, enter garage, open and then park. Not ideal and first unit we have rented for our annual visit to the Big Island that did not provide a remote.
darrell o.
November 2025

A lovely time was had by all! This is a truly nice place with all you need for vacation at your fingertips! There is a stunning staircase, so be creative when keeping little ones safe but, it all was fine! Wonderful two weeks!
Meredith T.
November 2025

We had a couple of A/C issues (after a power outage). The host company was incredibly prompt to solve the problem. Very quick to respond to any queries we had. Well done!!The house itself was great. It suited our family perfectly. If ever on the Big Island again, would definitely consider a repeat stay.
Erika D.
November 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The host allowed us to check in a little earlier than scheduled, which we were grateful. The rental was just as pictured. There were seven adults so it was perfect. There is one thing that we all thought was a negative, and that was there were not enough towel bars in the bathrooms. There were only one towel bar in each bathroom, so one of each couple had to hang their towel over a suitcase or something else. One other thing (and I remember seeing another review mentioning the same thing) and that was that you were unable to see some of the golf course because of the big bush/tree blocks the view. Otherwise it was a great stay, location is great!
Starlet S.
November 2025

Excellent layout, amenities, and kitchen appliances. And that grill! Oh yeah baby! Loved the stay and home.
Adrienne B.
November 2025

Beautiful, well stocked home, had a wonderful time!
Steve S.
November 2025


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