Fantastic accommodations! We've rented homes before and have never stayed anywhere with so many "extras" available. Highly recommended and we would definitely stay here again.
Jennifer V.
June 2023
Family had a great time at the condo. Robert was always quick to respond and the condo was in great condition. We hope to be back soon. Thank you.
Brandon H.
June 2023
Clean condo in an excellent complex. We love this location. This condo is great for 2 to 4 people. Has everything you need except in the kitchen. It has the basic spices but no condiments or cooking oil/spray. Other than that an excellent spot.
John W.
June 2023
Great location. Would stay again
Isaac W.
June 2023
Location, views, amenities - all as good as it gets! You get the view of the bay even from the (huge walk in) master bath shower! :) And welcome touch with a fruit basked was really nice! Would definitely stay there again for as long as it fits the budget. :) The only slight problem was ants in the kitchen. As soon as they sense any food (water?) they show up despite of the traps which are set up there. So keep your food neatly organized. And you'd want to eat as much as you can on the lanai since with that view and space you really would not want to leave the villa. We used the grill every night except for one since the Lava-Lava restaurant cannot be missed!
Alexey E.
June 2023
First time to Kona for all. Property is beautiful and amenities are perfect! Drove the island and felt the area we were in was perfect for our R&R focused trip!
Hannah was always available and ready to answer questions. A little disappointed carport repair impacted parking availability but understood that was out of Hannah’s control.
Leeanne K.
June 2023
The unit was amazing! Clean, spacious and well-appointed. Robert is an outstanding host; directions/instructions were perfect. Unit was very quiet, which was perfect after a busy day and luau at the next-door Marriott. You will want for nothing at this condo! Beach/Pool items, grill on private lanai and decor all made our stay relaxing. Will definitely be back for a longer stay!
Katherine C.
May 2023
Loved our stay at this Kolea condo! The lanai was the icing on the top to a wonderful condo location! The individual elevator, spacious layout, fully stocked kitchen, and indoor outdoor living was top notch! We will be back!! Thank you Wendee!!
Kathy B.
May 2023
4 mamas and some littles over Mothers Day Weekend. Great stay. Property was beautiful and came equipped with everything we needed and beds were super comfy. Hilton Pool Day Pass a +++! And the beach access to A-Bay was so convenient.
Water pressure and temperature was a little low. But other than that, the only recommendation would be to supply a map of the property in the unit or on the confirmation email/app (had map of Hilton property but not Kolea). At least i searched and couldnt fine. Had to pull it up on google. No big deal - would just be a nice convenience. Great stay! Thanks so much!
Chelsea N.
May 2023
great time!
Kriste G.
May 2023
great location
Charlene L.
May 2023
We had a great stay at 16B. It was enough room for our family. The condo was spacious and beautifully decorated, comfortable and well stocked. I wish the listing made it a little more clearer that Hilton Resort is a drive away, then to get to any of their pools is another long walk or boat/train ride if you are lucky. So with a little kids it was a lot of driving/walking back and forth and it took awhile. Walking distance to the beach was a huge plus. Overall, this is a great place to stay.
Lola M.
May 2023
really enjoyed our time there. Place was clean and well stocked with everything we needed for a great vacation. will recommend and probably stay again.
Jim M.
May 2023
The property was beautiful and updated, felt very safe and convenient to beach and shopping. Robert checked-in with me during and was quick to respond to messages. We would definitely stay here again!
Lavelle M.
May 2023
Great location, great property
Mike V.
May 2023
This was a great spot for our family, we had so much to do within walking distance (thanks so much to the property for having a wagon to use to get to the beach), and we loved the toddler pool and big pool at the property. Lots of space, laundry, and a great kitchen with all the basics for cooking some fish or steak on the grill.
May 2023
The pictures do not do this place justice. Beautiful unit and property. 10/10 would stay here again.
Vanessa R.
May 2023
We had a fantastic stay at this beautiful condominium. It was clean, comfortable, well-stocked, and perfectly located. We loved having access to the Marriott, Hilton, and the awesome Kolea beach club. The owner was very quickly responsive when we had a question and check in and out instructions were clear and easy. Thank you!
Jenny M.
April 2023
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We came to our Condo and the building was being Powered washed! We had no notice of this. They had workers on our lanai and had covered all the patio furniture. After they left 2 hrs later they didn’t clean up the lanai. The paint clips were all over the floor and had to clean up after them. If I would have known that this was going to be happening I’d would have not booked this place. It’s supposed to be a vacation! Not a work site for us. So very disappointing to have to deal with this for the whole week of our vacation. The building was undergoing maintenance and we should have been told that. The home was not as clean and the appliances were broken. The built in refrigerator was broken. So they put another refrigerator in the dining room area. The maids left towels in the dryer for us to fold and put them away. Apparently I must be spoiled by having to do this on my vacation that I spent big money on. Also there was no soap, shampoo or lotions in any bathrooms. I did find left overs from other guest under the sink. Seriously I would not recommend this place. So many reviews that said it was great. NOT !!
The beach chairs were broken and should be thrown away. I’m very disappointed that I spent my vacation here at D -14
I could go on but I’m wasting my time on this. please do yourself a favor,
don’t waste your money on this place. Lots of other options available out there!
Will not be back here!
Janice M.
April 2023
Hale mermaid was the perfect location for my husband and two teenage boys. Having the kings/queen shops, beach and pool so close the boys were able to do their own thing. The condo was a perfect set up as well as our home base for the week.
Summer G.
April 2023
Kolea is perfectly located in the Waikoloa area, close to the beach, shopping and dining (all within easy walking distance).
We've stayed in several units in Kolea and this particular unit was the best stocked, by far. Every kitchen amenity one would need, beach equipment (beach towels, chairs, umbrella, boogie boards, sand toys) and the beds are comfortable.
The property manager, Wendee, was super responsive and addressed questions quickly and thoroughly.
Looking forward to a return stay!
Darilyn S.
April 2023
Totally relaxing, excellent property and location. A bit of a hike to the beach, but manageable. The arrival was a bit tough as it was difficult to find the correct building because the signage is small. Overall, excellent weather, property and a great time.
Greg M.
April 2023
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We had the most wonderful time here at Steve and Maryanne's place. This is by far one of the very best vacation rentals that we have ever experienced, perfect location, wonderful amenities, and walking distance to everything you could need (pool, beach, shops, etc.) The condo itself is beautiful with two spacious bedrooms each with their own ensuite bathroom, an amazing kitchen with everything you could possibly need, and a wonderful gathering space inside with sliding doors out to the equally beautiful lanai. The space was spacious, sparkling clean, relaxing and had everything we needed and more for our family of four. The complex where the condo is located is equally as beautiful, relaxing and serene. The pool complex is gorgeous with loungers, umbrellas and a beautiful view of the ocean. From the condo you also have walking access (very easy, 5 mins tops) to the beautiful beach at A-Bay. The condo is equipped with all the beach gear you could need as well for a day away at any of the beaches nearby, and is also within walking distance to the shops, restaurants and grocery stores at the Kings & Queens shops. We traveled with our kids ages 5 and 7 and the location, amenities, and easy access to everything was absolutely perfect. Steve and Maryanne were wonderful hosts and we cannot wait to come back!
Emily G.
April 2023
We spent a week here over spring break with our four kids. The condominium is roomy, well-equipped, and super clean. We spent every morning and evening sitting on the lanai enjoying the beautiful views. The pool and beach are super close. And there are two great shopping malls and a grocery store within walking distance. We highly recommend this beautiful property and plan to return ourselves someday soon.
Megan T.
April 2023
We completely enjoyed our stay! Condo was clean, beautifully furnished & decorated and we absolutely love being on the third floor! Communication was prompt and easy! We will definitely be back! Mahalo to Wendee!
desiree m.
April 2023
The property was a great location. The kitchen was well appointed as was the entire condo. The pass for the Hilton pool was fantastic! We really enjoyed that perk.
The 2nd bathroom was an issue. The water for the tub/shower would not get hot, it was if it had a child lock on the temp control. This caused everyone to shower in the master bathroom. It of course was after hours when this issue came up. This issue should be corrected.
We love the condo complex and have rented there for several years but will note this condo and try to avoid booking in the future.
Eli P.
April 2023
We have been to the Big Island almost 20 times and it never disappoints! This was our first time at Kolea and we really enjoyed it. The complex is very nice and the pool/spa overlooking A-Bay is very special, and the short walk to A-Bay and the Kings and Queens shops is great. Very central to everything. The condo was also really nice - very comfortable for our family of 4 plus in-laws (6 total). There is a large lanai with a table and chairs for 6, with grill, etc. Communication with the owner Robert was also wonderful, and we even borrowed his golf clubs and took advantage of his membership at the golf club to get big golf discounts. We will definitely be back!
Todd J.
April 2023
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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:
It was the perfect vacation spot for our family!
Kody S.
April 2023
This place and entire area is awesome! Our family loved the listing, along with the easy access to shopping, restaurants, and the great pool and beach area. If we ever have the chance to go back to Hawaii, this is definitely where we will be staying. Thanks!
Seth T.
April 2023
This property was very clean, great location to A-Bay. The property itself was very spacious. Has variety of amenities for the beach. Centrally located. Owner was easy to reach. Great place we will definitely book this place again!
Shanaynay S.
April 2023
We really enjoyed our stay in Aug 2022. The property is as advertised - well decorated and well appointed. The unit is large with plenty of room for 6 people. The Lanai was fantastic - we cooked and ate out there regularly and enjoyed the spectacular sunsets over the ocean every evening. The kitchen was well equipped, and there were everything form bikes to beach gear in the garage. We loved the Kolea complex with a great pool and beach club, nice paths along the ocean for walking and access to a beautiful large beach in front of the Marriott. The Queens and Kings shopping malls were within walking distance (or a very short drive) as were the restaurants at the Marriott and the Hilton. We'll definitely be back!
Michael A.
March 2023
As a resident of the Pacific Northwest, we have had the opportunity to have a few visits to Hawaii but this was our first time on the big island. Part of what made it so sweet was staying at Maryanne & Steve's gorgeous penthouse condo. Everything is high end amazingly comfortable. Eat, Beach, Swim, & Repeat. A-Bay is beautiful and I highly recommend the kayaking/snorkeling trip down and out to the Captain Cook. Is it a monument, a bay..., an actual pirate? I can't say. :-)
I can say, as an experienced scuba diver, that the reef life is abundant and I will return to both this island and this beautiful condo. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us. - Kevin C.
Kevin C.
March 2023
Love the Kolea properties and this one was great! Just what we needed for that family spring break getaway.
Jason O.
March 2023
This is a great property, convenient location, that had everything we needed during our two week stay. Very comfortable beds, quiet complex and the condo was very clean. It has a really nice pool with beautiful ocean views. The owner was great to deal with and very quick to answer any enquires we had. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you Hannah!
Lena G.
March 2023
The property is in a great location and well laid out, tastefully decorated with lots of room for guests to move around. The kitchen was fully stocked with prep supplies and appliances. Loved the outside living space, several late evenings were spent outside there star-gazing. Beach club and bay access was excellent and within short walking distance. Would definitely consider re-booking this condo for future visits to the Big Island. You won't be disappointed.
Irene M.
March 2023
We had a wonderful stay at Kolea 3B. Beautiful condo in prime location with many amenities (plenty of kitchen supplies, beach towels, umbrella, snorkel gear, boogie boards). Very short walk to beach at A Bay, nice pool area, and a great home base for exploring other parts of the island. Would definitely stay here again.
Emma L.
March 2023
We met family from Reno, Central California and Tasmania Australia. This accommodation is wonderful. Great location, beautiful view and super clean. Thank you for the fantastic week- we will be back
Jacqueline M.
March 2023
We enjoyed our stay at our location. The property was exactly as advertised. Arrived to a beautiful fruit basket from the owners. Spacious , very clean and location was great. Very short walk to pool and beach, shops , groc store. We would rent again no question.
Donna S.
March 2023
This is a great condo where we spent two months this winter. The location is amazing, it is a short walk to the pool and beach. The condo has a well equipped kitchen, and spacious and comfortable master suites and living room. As a penthouse corner unit it has additional space and a shaded lanai. It has plenty of beach chairs, cooler, umbrellas to make our many days at the beach so enjoyable. This is our fifth winter at Kolea and the first in this unit. We definitely would highly recommend this unit without reservation. Many renters to Kolea return year after year, all agreeing why would they go anywhere else. Steve and Maryanne are very responsive to any questions.
Karen K.
March 2023
This was our first trip to the big island and this turned out to be a fantastic place to spend the week. The condo was very upscale and had everything anyone could possibly need. The kitchen was very well equipped and the unit had tons of beach chairs, snorkels and boogie boards. It was within walking distance to all of the shops and restaurants in Waikoloa as well as a really nice beach. We will surely rent this unit again in the future.
Blane S.
March 2023
Excellent accommodation
Lorraine P.
March 2023
Great spot, beautiful space and view
ALISON W.
March 2023
Easy process
Gayle S.
March 2023
The home was beautiful, fully stocked, prime location for pool and beach. Wendee provided us with everything we needed and was very helpful in answering any questions. We are coming back next year!
Debbie V.
March 2023
Robert was a great host. Thank you!
Linda J.
March 2023
There were cockroaches. It got better as the stay went on so Im not sure if it had something to do with who stayed before. It was also difficult to not have a front closet for shoes and jackets. It would be nice to clean out and organize the storage locker would also be nice. The carpets had stains under the sinks didn’t seems very clean. Nothing major but little things that could be easily improved.
Lacey R.
March 2023
My family and I had an excellent experience. The condo is beautiful and clean. The owner is friendly and responds to texts quickly.
Daniel H.
March 2023
Beautiful unit, wonderful location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Susan M.
March 2023
Wonderful property close to everything: beach pool shops. Home was well equipped with everything and quiet as well. Highly recommend
Rhonda P.
March 2023
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Our travels to the Big Island were exhausting and finding our way to the condo was frustrating after dark. However, when we woke up the next morning and sat on the lanai, had breakfast and listened to the tropical birds singing, we decided that it was all worth it. The photos of the unit and description of the amenities are all accurate. The resort area surrounding the condo is lush and beautiful. There are plenty of restaurants and shopping opportunities right in the resort so you don't have to drive far if you don't want to. Everything is first class. We had a few minor maintenance items like burned out light bulbs that were taken care of by the property management people immediately. We did arrive after sunset and did have trouble finding the unit. The lavish resort gets pretty dark at night. The gate keypad that is normally illuminated, was not and we had to use a flashlight to find it. There are small signs indicating the building numbers but they use subdued colors and are hard to find and read after dark. Once at building 15, take the elevator to the second floor. Exit right to unit 15E. The lock box is not at the door of the unit. Find it around the corner where the steps are located. Good luck reading the numbers on the lock box as they are shiny chrome in a dark area. Using a flashlight created a glare that makes reading the numbers almost impossible. The parking stall is located just around the corner from building 15. It is marked but very difficult to read the "E" after dark. It is about the middle of the stall area. Once you get into the condo and get settled, life starts getting great again. We had a wonderful time while there and would go back in a heart beat.
John B.
March 2023
We absolutely loved staying at14K. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and the location was fabulous. The lanai was the best I have experienced in HI. Our kids loved being able to play freely on the front lawn. Also, the closet was full of great beach toys and chairs for us to use, although the beach was unfortunately too windy to enjoy. Quick walk to the beach, the pool, and the shops. We hope to return again in the future.
Lea K.
March 2023
Great location, close walk to the beach and shops. A but far to walk to the Hilton waikoloa for pool pass, but we did visit the pool once which was nice. Condo is well stocked, everything worked well and was as advertised. Would stay again!
Barry C.
March 2023
Condo is beautiful and exactly as seen online. Location is perfect - right between the Marriott and the Hilton with closer access to the Marriott. Highly recommend Hawaii Calls pool bar/restaurant at the Marriott!
Dane M.
February 2023
Great pool and ocean access
Ken K.
February 2023
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The beautiful gas grill in the photos was not working. There was a very small electric grill in its place that we didn’t even use. We love Hawaii for the fresh fish markets and grilling seafood and bbqing our meals. We chose this property largely because of the beautiful patio and cooking area. There seemed to be no sense of urgency to fix this issue or compensate us for this disappointing inconvenience. And to make things worse the interior island stove has a pop up ventilation system that was also not working.. A repair person did show up to look at this (at supper time) but was unable to repair it. Also the four bikes pictured in the garage were not rideable because of broken seats/handle bars, missing pedal, and flat tires. I get things break down but I expected with a property this high end that there would be a lot more urgency to get things right and if not provide compensation for items not working or available as promoted and advertised. It is a beautiful property and area and would definitely go back. A person might want to ensure everything is working properly as shown before booking.
Jason T.
February 2023
This is our 4th stay at Kolea. Only needed 2 bedrooms this trip and this property was perfect. Nice master bedroom and bath. The guest room with 2 queen beds and 2 separate sink/counter areas in the bathroom was perfect for two adult family members. Kitchen, living room and lanai as described and met our needs. Hope to return next year.
Carol S.
February 2023
Property is holding up very nice being 17-20 years old. My company did all the woodwork and doors on this project, and it still is just beautiful and well maintained.
Pool is great and the beach is just a short walk.
Marriott next door is great for happy hour.
Hilton to the north was a big disappointment,
Overall a must for a bucket list
Dan K.
February 2023
This property was very nice and adequate for our needs for our 5-day stay. I think they should upgrade their amenities such as laundry detergent, toilet tissue (cheap) and Kleenex (none). They expect the renter to launder any towels beyond 1 set per person and they only supply 1 unusual baggie of 1 laundry pod. There were no directions or channel guide provided for the TVs. When I asked about this I did not get a proper response.
February 2023
Best vacation ever. So quiet and convenient and beautiful. The VRBO pictures do not do it justice, especially the Bay Area.
todd r.
February 2023
Property is completely. as advertised and beautiful. Very spacious place and our family of 5 had more than enough room. Excellent proximity to golf, nice beaches and good restaurants.
Steven F.
February 2023
we like the Korea villas in general, but would not recommend this particular property
Ihor
February 2023
We had a blast here. The condo has everything you could need for a comfortable stay. We've stayed at other condos in the Waikoloa Beach Resort but this was our first time at Kolea and it did not disappoint. Can't wait to go back.
Jim F.
February 2023
I didn’t feel this unit was up to the standard of others I’ve rented in the same area. It wasn’t super clean. I also felt the furnishings such as the towels & bed linens were poor quality. For the amount we paid it was underwhelming.
Lori A.
February 2023
Loved the condo and the complex it was in. The accommodations were perfect for our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids). The location was perfect - walking distance to shops and restaurants and easy to get around to other areas of the island.
While the condo and complex were great we had a couple issues. The worst being that they shampooed the carpeting right before we got there and it was still terribly wet when we arrived, making the whole place smell like a wet dog. Unfortunately, there was no prior notice of this, nor did the management company acknowledge or help to deal with it and it smelled that way for days. The gas grill was also out of propane when we arrived and while they did replace the tank after we reached out, they never notified us that it was happening or when it would happen, so we had to follow up multiple times.
We would definitely stay here again but we were disappointed with the lack of communication by Grand Welcome.
Charlene B.
January 2023
Very clean, comfortable space. However the single pool and jacuzzi were too small to accommodate the number of residents in Kolea and always very crowded. We also wished there were tennis or pickleball courts nearby.
Andrew L.
January 2023
We had a great stay in Waikoloa! Check in was very easy and the early check in was much appreciated. 6D had all the amenities we needed and the fruit basket was a nice touch! Only negative we have- carpet was stained and pretty worn. We will visit again!
Jacqueline B.
January 2023
Condo was just as advertised. Everything was clean and in good working order. Weather in this area of the island can't be beat. Pool area is beautiful and pool is now heated where as few years ago they didn't heat unless it dropped below 78 degrees. Now only issue with pool is the best loungers are full by 8:00 in the morning. There was always loungers in the back area open at least and ocean is a short walk away. Overall I would definitely stay in this condo again and Kolea is the best condo complex on the island.
Josh S.
January 2023
This unit is perfect! My sisters and I stayed for a week in this amazing home. We loved having our coffee out on the patio in the morning! Cheers to the coffee grinder! The home is very stocked from spices to a few essentials. The “beach” closet had snorkels, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, and toys and life jackets for kids. The set up is also nice with the master on one end and the other two bedrooms and bathroom on the other side. We were able to park right outside our door every day so that a plus! Every night we would walk down to a different beach and watch the sunset. The clubhouse and pool is just a short walk and the pathway out to the beach was nice. We will visit again!!!
Alane W.
January 2023
We just returned from 10 days on the BI and absolutely loved this property! We are a family of four with kids 5 and 8. The condo is spacious with thoughtful touches and everything you could possibly need to explore the island. Communication with Hannah was excellent and thorough throughout the entire process. Easy walk to A-Bay and the Kings/Queens Shops. Kolea is beautifully landscaped and well maintained. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again or rent from Hannah! Mahalo! 🌺
Kate P.
January 2023
We are a family of 5 and had an absolutely perfect stay at Kolea Waikoloa. The condo was spotless and so well equipped. The area is fantastic with easy access to great restaurants shops grocery stores excursions. We would definitely stay there again! Highly recommended.
Andrea F.
January 2023
Pros: Beautiful location, loved walking to A-Bay. Great layout of the condo with two master bath rooms and comfy beds. Easy access to and from the beach house.
Cons: Not a fan of the check out rules(striping the beds, laundry starting for the towels, emptying all garbage)
The master bedroom bedding wasn’t made when we checked in and wasn’t the best.
Alice M.
January 2023
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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:
This was a great place. Very well stocked, very clean. Pool and beach were a short walk away. A good variety of restaurants a short walk or drive away. It was a good place for our kids-bath tubs, short distance to a pool, friendly people all around.
Sondra Y.
January 2023
Awesome property and grounds. Was perfect for our family and an infant. Well furnished and an excellent layout. Can’t wait to come back!
Alexander K.
January 2023
Condo was very clean and kitchen well stocked. Pass to the Hilton was appreciated, however, we found the pool at the condo complex less crowded and the pool was heated!
Michelle D.
January 2023
Always love our stays at Kolea.
Amy R.
January 2023
We enjoyed our stay at Kolea 15L so much! We can't wait to go back to visit the island and hope it includes staying here.
The condo was wonderfully equipped especially the kitchen. We were able to put together a wonderful Christmas dinner with the well-eqipped kitchen and the built-in grill on the lanai. I loved sitting out on the lanai in the mornings enjoying my coffee and the views of the ocean to the right.
Cora was very pro-active in reaching out and communicating before, during and at the end of our visit during the check-out process.
Dawn S.
January 2023
We had a great time here. It was clean and the kitchen was very well stocked. We never received our full check-in info but the manager was very available and helpful. We had to contact her again when the TV service went out after a storm. We never got service back (not a big deal) but Wendee was very attentive and tried to get the problem fixed multiple times. The space and most of its furniture is really nice. We especially enjoyed the patio. Its a gorgeous spot to enjoy coffee in the morning and a cocktail in the evening. For the price, however, some of the amenities could be updated. There is a closet full of beach gear which is greatly appreciated, however, some of it shows lots of wear/tear. Also, we would have appreciated games or puzzles in addition to the nicely stocked bookshelf.
We definitely recommend this rental at 8.5/10; with some updated gear and added amenities, it could be perfect.
Jennifer M.
January 2023
This is the perfect condo for a family visit to the Big Island! The unit is large, well-equipped and spotless, with great outdoor space. Just steps away from the beach and a plush pool club. Walk to shopping and restaurants and the amazing ocean path. Communication with Cora and her property manager was instant, and check-in process could not have been easier. Highly Recommend!
Scott F.
January 2023
This was our family's 2nd stay at Kolea, first stay at 16f, and another great vacation! The resort is fantastic--loved the pool, hot tub, and easy access to the great beach. Hannah's condo at 16f is wonderful! I do a lot of food preparation and the kitchen had everything we needed: the pots & pans, cooking utensils, spacious grill and storage containers were plentiful, quality, and varied. We had one small hiccup with the fridge, but Hannah was very responsive and super nice about it, and the repair guy was extremely friendly and efficient. Our previous stay was in Building 9 (which was also great), we weren't sure if building 16 would be a little "too far" from the beach, but that wasn't the case at all--incredibly easy walk to the resort pool and beach. The view from the lanai was spectacular, and we totally loved it. Really nice place and really great vacation.
Jay M.
January 2023
We enjoyed the beach and pool area close to the property. Condo was clean and comfortable.
Todd O.
January 2023
Everything was great. Only thing that was disappointing was that the ice maker was broken and the location of this condo was tucked in the back of the property so there wasn’t light and anything to look at. Beds were comfortable and the owner was very responsive. Love Kolea because of the grounds, pool, beach, and walking distance to shops etc!
Katie H.
January 2023
We really enjoyed our stay here. Everything is super clean and comfortable and the walking proximity to the beach is excellent. We especially enjoyed the board games in the unit and cooking on the grill. The pool is really beautiful but does get pretty busy in the afternoons/evenings. Overall a great rental and we will stay here again.
Carrie C.
January 2023
Tv did not work last two days.
Bruce M.
January 2023
Well-kept and spacious property for our group of 5 adults (Mom/Dad and 3 kids in their 20s). We loved hanging out on the patio enjoying BBQ dinners and views! Barry is a super responsive and helpful host. The really nice club/pool/fitness/hot tub and beach are a 5 minute walk away. Just a bit further to the Marriott resort and Lava Lava Beach Club for those umbrella drinks at sunset! Pro tips: Lava Lava doesn't take resy's and the wait list can be 2 hours on busy nights. Text them early. Highly recommend Ocean Sports for whatever adventures or gear rentals you need beyond what Barry's place doesn't have (and it has a lot). Easy locale for shopping and exploring nearby hikes and other beaches, yet a perfect place to park yourself and enjoy. Mahalo!
Virl H.
January 2023
Kolea is beautiful. The condo was perfect for our family. The 2 queen beds in the second room make a huge difference and the huge bathrooms were great. Kitchen was fully stocked with all we needed and more, locker had all the beach toys we needed, everything super clean, washer and dryer, towels, extra amenities galore. Walk to the pool was easy and quick, lovely deck view to watch the sunset, the Marriot hotel has a great cafe for food and coffee that we walked to, shopping centers and restaurants super close. We loved it and hope to return. Saved so much money on food by being able to cook there and grill on the lanai. Highly Recommend.
danielle c.
January 2023
Would not stay at this unit again.
Ed V.
January 2023
Wonderful property in so many ways. Great location, easy walking access to beach, pool, amazing trail right along the coast, and nearby shops/restaurants. The inside of the condo was high end and beautiful. Loved the lanai with doors that open to make indoor/outdoor space. Used much of the outdoor gear without having to bring, buy, or rent. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Sad to leave!
mary H.
December 2022
I would stay here again and again!
Rick & Mandy M.
December 2022
Great location and great property. Very clean and everything you would need for your stay. Hannah was very easy to communicate with during our stay. Would definitely book again. Thanks for a great experience!
Rosalie D.
December 2022
Fabulous, fully-furnished and stocked 3 BR, 3 BA Condo with forever ocean views. Just steps to the beach, pool and gym.? This was our 50+ trip to Hawai’i renting high-end properties, and this was the nicest property we’ve seen. We’ll definitely come back.
Lance F.
December 2022
Great complex and unit.
Carleton B.
December 2022
We had a great experience at Kolea 15J. The property is great place to relax and enjoy the big Island. I would highly recommend.
Mark R.
December 2022
We really enjoyed our stay at the property - will return!
Scott S.
December 2022
The location is amazing - steps from one of our favorite Lava-Lava beaches, stores nearby, access to Hilton’s lagoon (ideal for little kids) and pools, Marriott within a three-minute walk for breakfast.
The apartment is very spacious and nice, convenient and well-maintained. A very smooth check-in process and all the instructions very simple to follow.
The only cons were the following: old air conditioning system that can’t provide an even temperature throughout the apartment - one of the bedrooms was a lot stuffier and hotter while the other one was cooling off very quickly.
The shower holder was loose and the shower wasn’t staying in place. The tea kettle was not electric and in a very bad condition (rusty or dirty) - unusable .
Iryna B.
December 2022
This is a beautiful and well maintained neighborhood. The condo is very close to the pool and beach. You are also able to see the ocean from the patio. The kitchen was very well stocked and made cooking meals so much easier. It was spacious with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. You can’t go wrong with this condo. I hope we can come back again.
Todd T.
December 2022
We had a great stay! Kolea has the perfect location in Waikoloa and Robert was an excellent host.
Kristin W.
December 2022
Very quiet and beautiful property. Elegant and very comfortable. Thank you for letting us enjoy your home.
Lisa A.
December 2022
The condo is everything you could ask for and more. Beautiful layout, clean, comfortable, well stocked, not even a 5 minute walk to the beach club. The beach club is phenomenal. Close to everything in Waikoloa. The condo is about a 40 minute drive to downtown Kona, very easy drive though. It felt like home instantly and was our favorite place out of 3 we stayed at on the island.
Michelle H.
December 2022
Our group of 6 adults thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this well-appointed luxury condo. Our favorite spot was on the large comfortable patio with resort and ocean views. The crescent beach is in a lovely protected bay. If you're adventuresome, there is a hike from the beach to the west, around the point, and over a half mile of rocky lava fields to a small natural swimming hole called the Queen's Bath.
Shawn D.
December 2022
We stayed in Unit J15 for five nights with our two daughters for our elopement. It was beautiful, clean, stocked with any amenity you would need and provided us a beautiful place to come back to as newlyweds. The separation of space and outside lanai was lovely. Although Waikoloa is the windy side of the island, we weren’t too affected by it. Many things to do and see nearby.
Mahalo, Wendee, for your hospitality with our fruit basket and providing our ohana an amazing stay. We will be back!
Heather B.
November 2022