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 1288 reviews)
  • Average Price: $426/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 March 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Vista Waikoloa is $426. 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


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

2nd time staying at this complex because we love the area and the layout of the condos. And its hard to find such a spacious lanai at any other condo. The condo itself was perfect. We love that chairs and an ice chest for the beach was there for our use. We look forward to returning again.
brian p.
October 2025

we enjoy condo very much! Kitchen well stocked:pans, cups,species, garbage bags,detergent and many more.Beautiful condo. Beds are comfortable. Air conditioner works great.Large pool and jacuzzi.Beatiful area close to shops.So quiet. We enjoyed a lot.Would like to come back.
olga m.
October 2025

Nice view of the ocean from the balcony. Condo was clean and spacious. Location is very convenient to plenty of dining and shopping. Would definitely be interested in staying there again.
Teresa C.
October 2025

Wonderful stay. Would highly recommend!
Michelle
October 2025

It was a great location, conveniently located by the Kings mall and Queens Marketplace. The apartment was clean and spacious! Would recommend!
Alison K.
October 2025

This was a beautiful place to stay, I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!
Shelly Z.
October 2025

Absolutely great location on the Kona side. Close to food, entertainment and a short walk to the beach. You may also park at the designated lot (for free) shortening your walk considerably.The unit is clean and well equipped. Issues I had with the unit’s dryer and dishwasher were addressed promptly by the management company Resortica. Resortica was very prompt in messaging back and forth. The unit had an outdoor closet with beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel gear, a cooler bag and beach toys. This was very much appreciated. Thanks for a great stay for our family of five. The bedrooms (2) had double beds x 2 in bedroom two and a king sized bed in the master. Also a pull out full sized couch bed in the family room. All in all it fit our party of five very well
J X.
October 2025

The owners are the best. We requested one extra day at the end of our stay. They graciously accommodated us. Thanks for sharing your Island Getaway us again. We are repeat guests and look forward to staying again with you next year.
Kent U.
October 2025

This was an excellent property and host. I highly recommend it. We did have an issue but the property manager worked diligently to fix the matter. I was completely satisfied with it. An occasional issue beyond anyone’s control can happen. The response from the property manager was exemplary. The host and the property manager communicated well throughout the process of fixing the issue. This property is nicely decorated without being cluttered. It had beach chairs, beach umbrella, and other items. The property was well equipped with laundry and dishwasher supplies as well as all kitchen equipment we needed and then some. There is a beautiful view of the mountains and a bit of A Bay from the lanai. I would absolutely stay here again.
Jeffery S.
October 2025

This is a beautiful home in paradise, well furnished, clean, in a great location with a wonderful kitchen, comfortable beds, large lanai, great bar b q, close to nice beaches, shopping, restaurants, with convenient dedicated parking, in a well maintained complex. Would definitely stay there again. Sylvia is a very responsive and accommodating host.
Mitchell O.
October 2025

Hope to visit again soon!
Bill G.
October 2025

The place was great. Clean, spacious and with plenty of amenities. Good location for what we wanted. Shops were within walking distance. Highly recommended.
William M.
September 2025

Fantastic in every way! Super clean, classic decor, comfy beds, great host, walkable to beach and shops. Spectacular mountain views! We can’t wait to return.
Colleen S.
September 2025

Very nice quiet, clean and well appointed. Great bed and sheets. Kitchen could use a salad spinner and a coffee drip cone. We have stayed at Vista Waikoloa before and really liked this unit.
Chris K.
September 2025

There are plenty of other places in the area to stay: I wouldn’t stay here. The host was awful for us. Unless you wanna be charged money and not even know it . Yes the property was nice but not worth dealing with this hostS
Timothy K.
September 2025

This unit is absolutely perfect for a epic Hawai'i vacation. High end in every way. Spacious and impeccably clean and organized. Kolea is our favorite place stay in Kona. Gorgeous pool and and you walk out to the beach and which is rareKona. Thank you for all the appreciated extras like passes to the Hilton. Beach chairs an boogie boards and many other items that saved us money. Thank you for sharing your home. We can't wait to come back soon!
Rachel B.
September 2025

The condo was amazing and it had an everything we needed to enjoy Hawaii. I will definitely stay here every time I come to the big island!
Doyle S.
September 2025

Along with spectacular views and a fabulous location, this place has everything you could need for a wonderful vacation on the Big Island.
Rebecca B.
September 2025

Excellent property from the location to the amenities. We love Waikaloa Beach Resort area. The condo had a great veiw and was very comfortable. We would come back with another couple to utilize all it had to offer. Easy area to walk and drive to dining and shopping. Highly recommend for couples and families.
Tom M.
September 2025

Great location and nice view from the property!
Phil J.
September 2025

This is a beautiful condo in a very nice resort area of the island. The location was perfect for us as we visited Kona and Hilo sides of the island. Also very near some great snorkeling beaches that they gave directions to access.
Donald M.
September 2025

Absolutely perfect stay! Location is an easy launching pad for resort area beaches, and not far from exploring other parts of Kona. The condo is incredibly thoughtfully furnished - kitchen, beach gear, comfortable furniture, beautiful lanai view all made our trip unforgettable. The unit was spotlessly clean, and Terry was a very responsive host when we had a few minor questions that weren’t covered in the materials available in the condo. Wonderful stay, and we hope to return soon!
Lindsey T.
August 2025

The condo is located close to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and beautiful beaches. It’s on the second floor and there is an elevator. It is beautifully decorated and has everything you’d need to enjoy your stay. Plenty of beach toys, towels, and an ice chest on wheels. You have a peek of the ocean from the lani and living room. The kitchen is well equipped. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to come back again!
Patricia L.
August 2025

This property was excellent- clean, great location, nice amenities. The pool was nice, the patio had a great view.
Lawrence M.
August 2025

Great place with nice amenities, convenient location, equipped kitchen, beach chairs. It was the perfect place for our relaxing vacation
Sarah D.
August 2025

Stay here the second time, with the convenience. The condo is nice and clean and quiet. Will be back here again.
Chalermpan I.
August 2025

Highly recommended! The entire experience was exceptional!
Jeff
August 2025

We had a marvelous time for a full week with plenty of space for the four of us. The full kitchen helped save on food costs and the two balconies with a view of the ocean made morning breakfast special. The condo is clean and close to the pool and grills. We enjoyed the short drive to shopping and the beach. Definitely recommend.
Bobby H.
August 2025

We come to the Big Island every summer and this property is, hands down, the best we've had this far! The view is to die for. The location is perfect for quick walks to the beach, spying on the dolphins at the Hilton, indulging in amazing shave ice, or just relaxing between volcano hikes and stargazing.The property is well-furnished and was a perfect fit for us, including two kiddos. My only regret is that we couldn't stay longer!
Eric M.
August 2025

The property was great, very spacious, clean and well-equipped. The location is great and close to the King's Shop and Queens Marketplace.The pool is awesome and the overall experience was close to perfect.
Henri F.
August 2025

Our whole experience here was great! Check in process was very easy and instructions well laid out. We had everything we needed to make breakfast every day. Beautiful views. Beach equipment. Great location. We couldn’t have asked for anything more!
Sarah B.
August 2025

Simply fantastic!
Tory D.
August 2025

Great place
Cesar A.
August 2025


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