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: 4.8 / 5.0 (from 1329 reviews)
  • Average Price: $413/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 April 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Vista Waikoloa is $413. 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


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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.

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


Location and view were great. Appreciated all the kitchen supplies
Theresa V.
January 2026

We enjoyed our stay at this condo. It was adequately cleaned and stocked. Our only frustration was the master bath shower faucet/wand was broken and, not working properly so I had to request to fix it. It was obviously broken and should’ve been addressed prior to our arrival, but maintenance came the same day to attempt to repair and returned the very next day and made the repairs when getting all of the parts.
Jason T.
January 2026

Carpet was disgustingly dirty. Air conditioner was so loud you couldnt carry on a conversation and it didnt work -- even had it set to 78 and had a hard time keeping it that temperature. Not enough silverware -- we liked to have breakfast in the room but not enough spoons for breakfast. Master shower did not have hot water. Grounds were pretty and nice location, could just use a deep clean and extra attention.
Kate L.
January 2026

This is a great condo for its location. My wife is handicapped and this single story condo with close parking made it less challenging for her. The pool was close by too. The condo was nicely stocked with everything you would need.
Bob F.
January 2026

Sylvia had welcome amenities for us and the condo was in great shape. Very clean.
Terry M.
January 2026

We had a lovely stay - deeply convenient, well thought of and loved the views.
Vivek A.
January 2026

This beautiful condo had everything needed—and more—for a relaxing stay. When a small issue popped up the owner was on it immediately. We’d definitely stay here again.
Virginia S.
January 2026

We had the most wonderful Christmas stay at this condo in Hawaii. The location was perfect and made it easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer. The condo itself felt like a home away from home, especially with the well-stocked kitchen that had everything we needed for our holiday meals. It was comfortable, welcoming, and exactly what we were hoping for. We truly enjoyed our time here and look forward to staying again in the future.
Mike O.
January 2026

Clean room Host Balcony Shops nearby
Julien D.
January 2026

The primary bed was horrible The kitchen was lacking in utensils The walls were all banged up This unit appears to be a rental work horse
regina c.
January 2026

I was not allowed to turn the AC below 74F due to a control lock. My family and I did not appreciate it, nor did I know about this before hand.

January 2026

This is a beautiful unit located close to Hilton and the Kings and Queens shops in Waikoloa. It is very well furnished and stocked. The owners make available all their unit's equipment, so you can find beach towels, boogie boards, snorkel sets, umbrellas, chairs, etc. The kitchen had all the tools we needed. The owners and the local manager are very friendly and quick to respond. We also liked the lanai's privacy, which is better than that of other units in this complex, because of the unit's location at the corner of its building.We'd love to come back and stay in this place for other vacations.
Laurentiu B C.
January 2026

Shane was a fantastic host. Condo was beautiful and the perfect way to end our weeklong trip in Waikoloa.
Jennifer R.
January 2026

We loved our stay at this beautiful condo. It was a great location and a short walk to an amazing beach and shopping. We had all the amenities, and it was very well stocked (including a closet full of snorkeling equipment, beach chairs and umbrellas.) All the rooms were decorated beautifully and set up perfectly for our family of 4 The host, Jayne, was wonderful and very communicative. One of our best stays yet!
Kristen W.
January 2026

Beautifully done with a nice big couch! The ground floor unit was so wonderful for our group. If anyone in your party has mobility issues, they will thank you for this unit! The parking spot is also close to the unit (not all in the complex are). Having beach gear was great! We do wish there was a wagon. Lanai was peaceful. Property management was responsive to needs. The master bedroom bed was so comfy, but we do wish the second bedroom beds were better. Ice maker seemed a little moody, but they supplied standard trays as well. We cooked every day, and the kitchen had what we needed. Fantastic location. Thank you so much for hosting our business retreat!
Desiree C.
January 2026

Great location! Comfy beds. Property management communicated well. Loved the lanai. We wish the elevator was operational during our stay, but the kids walked up the stairs just fine. If mobility is an issue, just ask about that status prior to booking. Beach toys were handy! Thank you!
Desiree C.
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: Great location and living space!
Derek S.
January 2026

Unit is comfortable. However, it is a bit beat up. Kitchen was good (rice cooker and knives) - except front stove burner does not work.
Julie G.
January 2026

The condo was very clean and comfortable. Our family of 4 really enjoyed the pool and hot tub, and found the condo a great place to relax and hang out after a day at the beach. The kitchen was well equipped for our family meals and having a very efficient washer and dryer was an added bonus. We all agree that we’d love to come back to this condo again on our next trip to Hawaii.
Hoa G.
December 2025

Great Host. Great Location. Great Weather. Everything worked as hoped/expected.
Roger M.
December 2025

The condo was very spacious. There was long black hair left all over the main bathroom. I contacted the house keeper who asked for pictures. I provided them and she said she would make it right and did not . The cleanliness was definitely lacking. There is no hot water in the master bathroom and the toilet ran all morning and all night making it frustrating to try to fall asleep
jenia c.
December 2025

My family really enjoyed our stay. Everything we needed was available. Easy to sleep, very comfortable. The only negative is the furniture was very kid friendly when my 2 year old granddaughter visited. Everything else was wonderful.
Jennifer S.
December 2025

The condo was amazing, Tony communicated well and the place was gorgeous. I have stayed in multiple vacation rentals and none were stocked as well as this one, it had absolutely everything we needed and moreI highly recommend The elevator was broken during our stay but that doesn’t reflect on Tony or the quality of his place
John C.
December 2025

Sylvia was a fantastic host, and the unit was very well stocked and in a fantastic location. Sunset views from the deck were great.
Brian W.
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: As repeat customers we enjoyed our time at this property. The condo was "as promised" and clean and well maintained. We would recommend staying at this property as it is also walking distance to large resorts, beaches, and shopping. The property manager was very responsive and flexible. Looking forward to our next stay there.
Kristen W.
December 2025

We stay in Waikoloa every year and love the location. The weather is nice all year and located by beautiful beaches. This unit was well equipped and provided all the things needed for the beach as well as all the cooking tools for making some meals while enjoying our stay. The best feature this unit has is the views. We thoroughly enjoyed eating on the balcony and looking out over the beach and watching sunsets. The hosts were very easy to contact and they also provide you with an on island contact as well for emergencies. Overall a great stay!
Alma B.
December 2025

Perfect spot
Victoria A.
December 2025

This was the third time we've stayed in this condo and a total of 5 or 6 times in the same complex. It's a great location and we love the condo, which allows for views of both the mountains and the ocean. Ten minute walks to the ocean, shops and restaurants. Kitchen is well-equipped, comfortable beds and furniture, large lanai with eating space and relaxing conversation area.
Colleen J.
December 2025

We loved this condo. It was a home away from home. It was very clean and fully stocked with everything you would ever need for your stay. Highly recommend!
lauren r.
December 2025

Resortica Hawaii interaction was good with all information provided.The unit was well equipped with a good floorplan for 2 couples, but the wall paint and carpets were old, shabby and dirty.
Wes F.
December 2025

Everything about this rental experience was excellent. David was very responsive and communicated well throughout our stay. The condo was beautiful with quality finishes and high end amenities. The beach gear was in very good condition and all you would need was provided. The condo was ideally located on the property: 1st floor with parking, pool, trash bins, gym, and grills just steps away. There was not another unit that was closer to all of these features. Waikoloa is also centrally located to allow easy access to all parts of the Big Island. We will definitely be coming back anytime we return to Hawaii.
Howard F.
December 2025

This place was exactly what our little family needed. Comfortable, beautiful, convenient.
Lindsay L.
December 2025

Unit was very nice with everything we needed. Loved the pool area and the unit looked out to the golf course and the mountains.We did end up moving to a different unit as there was construction being done on the unit above us, and were not able to use our lanai as much as we would have liked. This was a temporary issue only the week we were there.
Ken B.
December 2025

Host communication was great. Condo was so well stocked and had several above and beyond items.
Darcie B.
December 2025

Very clean and the view was awesome.
Ernest C.
November 2025

Great location and amenities, ample communication. A spacious and well-equipped place for a family!
Aaron E.
November 2025

Loved the place we stayed! Great Location and clean. We would stay there again!
Todd K.
November 2025

The condo is in a great location. It was very clean. Chicken was super simple. The floorplan is excellent with tons of room and a great lanai. I couldn’t give it a five star rating because the kitchen is in desperate need of a makeover and the living room furniture is abysmal. The couch is super cheap and very uncomfortable. The two chairs look great in pictures, but are actually outdoor furniture. Not comfortable at all.
Eric B.
November 2025

We really liked the light and view from the walls of windows, and the sliding shades to block off when needed. The kitchen was spacious and the cookware was adequate. The hot tub was clean and inviting. We enjoyed being able to walk through the anchialine ponds to the shoreline.
Sheri K.
November 2025

Everything was as advertised. Appreciated the coffee, filters, detergent etc. nice to not have to buy that for a short period. Very comfortable bed. Spacious partially updated unit, huge outside area and very quiet for the week we stayed. We used the BBQs and pool area most days. Love to return. Felt extremely safe. We enjoyed the 5 minute walk to the beach for the sunset or the 15 minute walk to Lava Lava or the shops. If you are looking for a high end area, very quiet and close to the beach and restaurants highly recommend Vista Waikoloa and this unit.
Cathy A.
November 2025

Wonderful condo, spacious, clean, well equipped and lovely view. Monica was incredibly responsive and accommodating ro questions, including ones related to a disability, and even purchased an item that made my husband's stay safer and more comfortable. Great experience!!
Miriam L.
November 2025

A great condo with everything you need. It’s in a beautiful, park like setting with lots of privacy. We had coffee on the lanai each morning and didn’t see another soul. We also loved the pool and jacuzzi. This is our second stay at Vista Waikoloa, and we look forward to coming back!
Steven W.
November 2025

Very clean, had everything we needed for supplies, amenities. Would definitely come back
Aimee' B.
November 2025

Great location and very nice place. We enjoyed our time there.
Trisha I.
November 2025

Everything was great. Very clean, and comfortable beds. Appreciated all of the beach gear, we did use it quite a bit. Good location with walking access to beach. Liked the Queens Market for fresh poke
Michael F.
November 2025

Communication with a host was clear and timely, location of condo was excellent. We are go to the beach people and condo was literally 15 to 20 minutes max from the furthest beach. Condo was well supplied with beach toys, chairs, beach towels, etc. Large unit. Literally right next to the pool, but the site was very quiet, and the grounds beautifully maintained. 20 minutes from a major grocery store, small market, etc. five minutes away. Best by far about this unit was how well everything was stocked… Paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, dish, soap, laundry, soap, shampoo, etc. It’s those little things that really make a difference and made this unit stand out. We stayed for two weeks, we normally stay in South Kona. This was our first time staying up north and we would absolutely 100% utilize this condo again. Cannot say enough good things about it!
Tamera S.
November 2025

Host was very accommodating and helped us with everything we needed. Wonderful unit and great location.
Adam S.
November 2025

All perfect
Thomas H.
October 2025

Exceptional property that is exquisitely decorated, clean and well maintained. Has everything you need for a wonderful stay. The wrap around lanai is perfect for sunrises and sunsets. Quick easy walk to beach and food options. Host is responsive. Would stay here again!
Dave W.
October 2025

Plenty of basic supplies and kitchen gadgets. Beach gear was great, love the private property. Excellent communication with owner.
Jared D.
October 2025


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