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Waikoloa Colony Villas, Big Island

Waikoloa Colony Villas is a luxury gated community located within the prestigious Waikoloa Beach Resort on Hawaii's Kohala Coast. The resort is known for its beautiful beaches, sunny weather, and world-class golf courses. Guests can enjoy various amenities, including two swimming pools with lava rock waterfalls, a hot tub, tennis courts, fitness centers, and barbecue grilling areas. The resort is situated near the palm-studded Anaeho'omalu Bay, offering a pristine sandy beach with sports activities and rentals, shoreline paths, a turtle refuge, and ancient royal fishponds.

The Waikoloa Beach Resort also features two renowned golf courses, the Kings' Shops & Queens' Marketplace with numerous restaurants, shops, and a gourmet grocery store. It is conveniently located 18 miles north of Kona International Airport and offers easy access to nearby attractions such as the Puako Petroglyph Archaeological Preserve and the Hilton Waikoloa's Dolphin Quest. With its wide range of amenities and prime location, Waikoloa Colony Villas is an ideal choice for vacationers seeking a luxurious and relaxing stay on the Big Island of Hawaii.

    Waikoloa Colony Villas Quick Facts:


  • Address: 69-555 Waikoloa Beach Dr,Waikoloa Village, HI 96738
  • Property Size: ~22.0 acres (168 units)
  • Reviews: 4.87 / 5.0 (from 1204 reviews)
  • Average Price: $423/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Waikoloa Colony Villas Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Waikoloa Colony Villas

Waikoloa Colony Villas Average Rates


As of November 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Waikoloa Colony Villas is $423. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $549. 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 Waikoloa Colony Villas Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 752 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.

Staying at Waikoloa Colony Villas and the surrounding Waikoloa Beach Resort area feels relaxed, family-friendly, and convenient. Guests love the gated, well-kept community with lush landscaping, quiet nights, and easy access to two pools, hot tub, tennis/pickleball courts, a small fitness room, BBQ grills, and walking paths. The location is a standout: you’re a short drive to some of the island’s best beaches (A‑Bay, Hapuna, Mauna Kea), a few minutes from the Kings’ and Queens’ shops and restaurants, and about 25–30 minutes from the airport. Most townhomes are spacious, clean, and comfortable with effective A/C and ceiling fans, well-equipped kitchens, in‑unit washer/dryers, and lots of thoughtful touches. Many units go above and beyond with beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel gear, coolers—even bikes and tennis gear—and hosts/property managers consistently earn high marks for responsiveness.

This is an excellent base for exploring the Kohala Coast and beyond, especially for families and small groups. While a few beaches are walkable for avid walkers, most guests recommend having a car; parking at beaches is generally easy and the resort’s paths make for pleasant morning runs or sunset strolls. Families appreciate the kid‑friendly layouts, proximity to pools, and stocked garages; some units even include Hilton Waikoloa pool access. The vibe is peaceful rather than buzzy—great for grilling dinner, stargazing from the lanai, and recharging between beach days, golf rounds, and island road trips.

Common caveats are more about resort logistics or unit-to-unit differences than dealbreakers. Expect one assigned parking spot per unit; finding a second space can be tricky at night, and some garages are tight or kept locked. A/C settings in a few homes are owner‑controlled (often 72–76°F), and the community pools can feel cool in winter with occasional maintenance closures; pool rules also limit floaties and toys. Initial paper goods, toiletries, spices, and cooking oils vary—some homes are lavishly stocked, others provide only basics—so it’s smart to check on arrival before shopping. As with most Hawaii stays, minor maintenance or occasional ants/bugs pop up now and then, but most reviews report clean, well‑maintained homes and quick responses if issues arise.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 752 reviews

Recent Waikoloa Colony Villas Reviews


As I noted in your book at the house, we were very impressed with the property and all. We have stayed at other colony properties and this was the best by far. Thank you for preparing the house and we had the greatest time. Definitely will stay in the future.
Belinda C.
August 2026

The property is beautifully appointed! It was so comfortable and the AC was great. Proximity to the tennis court and pools was easy and so close. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space for lounging! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!
Malia M.
August 2026

One of the best rentals we have ever had. Even thing is clearly thought out, provided, and labeled. Such a nice space. King beds were so comfortable! Just overall great experience. Highly recommend!
Christina R.
August 2026

Very average
Alexander v.
August 2026

All good
Sanjay A.
July 2026

House was very clean! Prepped with everything you could need! Location was perfect! Very quiet neighborhood. My kids enjoyed the pool and tennis courts. Very happy with our choice!
Kierra B.
July 2026

The house was beyond our expectations! It had everything we needed and more. The property was clean, kitchen was stocked with all the necessities and the beach accessories was more than what we anticipated. The location is great, one of our favorite places to stay in when we visit the big island.
Monica V.
July 2026

The property was perfect for a large family as the unit was very spacious and well stocked with beach supplies from umbrellas, chairs, and toys, etc. The pool area and grills were wonderful amenities.The host was extremely easy to work with & communication was superb! We were thrilled with our stay.
Ashten M.
July 2026

Great location/condo with a great price. Our flight landed at 10am and they were able to move our check-in up to 1pm! Condo was clean, stocked with dishes and cooking equipment (but you will need your own spices, etc, as stated in the listing), and we had a great time. It really is right next to the pool. Would stay again!
Arran P.
July 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: Excellent unit and management was very responsive with any questions we had. Very quiet and peaceful location near resorts and beaches. Would definitely stay again on Big Island. Unit was well furnished and kitchen fully stocked with cookware. Very clean and well kept.
Grace K.
July 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: We make it a tradition to spend a week each summer visiting friends and family, and over the years, we've stayed in many vacation rentals. This was, without a doubt, one of the best units we've ever rented.The condo was quiet, exceptionally clean, and incredibly comfortable, making it the perfect place to relax after each day. The property is very well managed, and even over a busy holiday weekend, the management team responded quickly when we needed assistance.We had a wonderful experience and would absolutely stay at this property again. Highly recommended!
Jan H.
July 2026

One of the cleanest properties we've been in. great location, gated community. Good amenities and had all the beach gear for the family! Highly recommend staying here! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Hansel J.
July 2026

This property was perfect for my family. It was very clean, spacious and comfortable, great location, kind and responsive host, would definitely stay there again!
Jennifer L.
July 2026

The place was very clean, beds very comfortable, passes to the Hilton were nice to have.
Brandon B.
July 2026

We loved our stay at this beautiful villa. It had everything we needed and more. The location was great for us. Close to shopping and restaurants. The pool and hot tub were wonderful ways to fill our time in between excursions. Snorkel gear, beach towels, beach chairs, and coolers all were provided by the host and well used during our stay. So thankful we found this perfect place for us!
Patty H.
July 2026

Very clean and inviting smell when we opened the door for the first time. Well equipped with kitchen gears. As far as the place, it was perfect. We only wished the parking was a little closer to the condo, but it was a breeze unloading and loading our bags into n the driveway.
Sang K.
June 2026

Arrival and check in was easy and pleasant, and place was nice overall. Coffee and amenities were very conveniently stocked. Minor issue with laundry door catching.
Alaric L.
June 2026

We had a great stay, very much appreciated having use of the pool, BBQ and beach equipment! Thanks so much for the hospitality!!
Renee H.
June 2026

Absolutely love this place. This was our second time at this property and we are hoping for a third. The best compliment that comes to mind: my wife did not complain about a single thing, no small feat.
Bobby G.
June 2026

Everything was absolutely wonderful. Our best vacation so far.
Chester & Evelyn M.
June 2026

Good location. Unfortunately, owners did not allow reasonable or comfortable temperature in the accommodation. A/C was remotely controlled and temperature kept at 76-80 degrees. This causes significant sleep issues and very uncomfortable to stay inside. Obviously, sleep deprivation from excessive heat makes for a poor experience. We did speak to one of the owners who was merciless , worried only about how much it costs him to keep guests comfortable. I am trying to be generous , but unless you enjoy 80 degree indoor temperature, avoid this place. At least the owner needs to advertise his control of the unit remotely. I have been to Hawaii over 40 times and stayed at more than 100 accommodations. None have been as controlling or uncomfortable.
David
June 2026

Beautiful place to stay on the Big Island. The owners have thought of everything and the Villa was well stocked. The A/C worked really well which was nice in the summer heat and the Villa was very clean. We will absolutely stay here again when we return to the Big Island.
David T.
June 2026

We loved our stay! Thank you so much!
Annelise D.
June 2026

Location was perfect.
Brandon O.
June 2026

Well stocked and plenty of amenities. Host was responsive when had a minor issue with the washing machine and problem was resolved the next morning. Family of 6 (4 adults and 2 teens) great space.
Justin S.
June 2026

This is a phenomenal property with everything you could possibly need to fully enjoy the island - cooler, pool toys, snorkel gear, plenty of beach towels, etc. We loved the location and the hosts were very responsive. Would absolutely stay again!
Marcy M.
June 2026

I very nice place to stay at a quiet and beautiful community. Nice restaurants, bars, cafes and convenience stores just a few minutes drive away. The host took care of any minor issues promptly and was easy to reach.
Maunu R.
June 2026

Great rental everything you need for a comfortable stay and fun at the beach.

June 2026

The place was great! Clean, spacious, all the beach equipment and towels that we could ever need. The Hilton day pass offered so much value and I’m really glad that it was included. We went a few times and both adults and kids loved it. The community pool was very nice too. Highly recommend this rental!
Bonnie Z.
May 2026

Difficult to sleep if you needed the sofa pull out as no blankets. The master was excellent. The tein bed area great. Many amenities. Fun place, quiet and convenient.
Penelope J.
May 2026

Beach is a bit farther than 3/4 mile if walking, but easy drive. It is otherwise a great property. Beautiful house with lots of amenities and close to lots of activities. Beautiful pool. I strongly recommend the beach at Mauna Lani if you like to snorkel ( black sand beach). It’s only 10 minute drive.

May 2026

We had a wonderful stay at this property! The home was clean and had plenty of space for us and a toddler! We loved that the home was toddler/child friendly (carpet on the staircase, toddler pool, child friendly cabinet locks, child cabinet), had a really well stocked kitchen (grilling tools, appliances, cooking items), and activities. The garage is equipped with everything your trip would need on the Island! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would be delighted to visit again!
Maheen E.
May 2026

We had a wonderful time for our family of 6! Traveled with our kids ages 8, 10, 12, 15 years. The pool was a very big hit! We used the bbq grill at least 4x. The house was very clean and organized. Had everything that we needed ready to go. Large closets. Has tons TONS of swim/snorkel gear in the garage to use. In early May of 2026, when we traveled, the villas were very quiet. Easy to park. Surrounding beaches were lovely, but some private beaches still very hard to access (ex went early in the morning to Mauna Kea beach and the parking lot was already full).
Tracy P.
May 2026

Great condo, close to the pool, tennis courts, easy drive around the Waikaloa area. Our family of 8 total easily fit, we didn’t feel crowded, dinners every night at the house around the grand table were wonderful! Beds were comfy, house was clean. They had a lot more than was listed, with sand toys and wagons. We really enjoyed the place and I would 100% recommend it, and if we come back to Waikaloa would 100% return here.

May 2026

This unit js perfect for families. It's nice, but
Michael T.
May 2026

The host gave clear instructions and communicated very well.The house was very well equipped with snorkeling gear, golf clubs, beach chairs, good box and much moreThe two rooms were also nice and had everything that was neededThere are two markets near to the house Queens and Kings Market for food and shopping
SHEVI J.
May 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: This is one of the best vacations rentals we have stayed at! Great communication! Perfect location! Very clean! We will stay here again!
Oviatt F.
May 2026

This property is perfect for 2 couples traveling together, each couple has their own space. We loved the location of the rental it was very quiet and its close to everything. We enjoyed the golf privileges at the golf course and the use of the clubs at the property was an added bonus!Kat answered all our questions and got back with us promptly each time. You can't go wrong renting this great property!
Lisa A.
May 2026

The place was very clean and well maintained. Great location and I would highly recommend it to others visiting the Big Island.
Kyle C.
May 2026

Wonderful stay.
Andrew W.
May 2026

The condo is clean, spacious, comfortable and modern. The unit is close to the tennis court, fitness room and main pool. The pool is lovely; our only complaint would be the pool loungers are not comfortable and there are no side tables so you have to put your drink and book etc on the ground. The are over 150 units with only 1 jacuzzi so it can get busy in the evening. The location is good, close to nice shops and restaurants. There are great beaches nearby and easy access to the Saddle Rd. that goes to Hilo and the Volcano park.
Mary R.
May 2026

House is clean. Pictures represent property accurately. Host was easy to work with. Great location.
Erin S.
April 2026

Property is very pristine and beautiful. Kitchen is fully equipped. Loved the extras like beach chairs, umbrellas & ice chest. My only suggestion is to add a note in the rule book on how to engage/disengage Dead bolt on the door lock. 24 hour support had no clue and were not very helpful. I will stay here again.
Hina P.
April 2026

We had a great stay here in Waikoloa. Easy check in/out. Quiet complex with beautiful surroundings/gardens. Steps from the pool, which we used a few times - very clean and inviting. Bedrooms were spacious and comfortable and the kitchen had most things you would need to prepare meals during your stay. We would love to stay here again.
Heather C.
April 2026

We had a wonderful stay at this townhouse vacation home. The garage full of beach supplies adds so much value and convenience to your stay. The beds are very comfortable. The pullout bed is easy to set up. The kitchen had everything we needed. We also enjoyed the coffee bar setup every morning. The home is located in the Waikoloa Beach resort, so lots of nearby amenities and restaurants. The house comes stocked with everything you may need for your stay. What a great home base to explore the beautiful island. Thank you!
Ted K.
April 2026

The home was super clean, fully stocked kitchen as well as all the things needed for a great beach day. Kat was so kind and helpful from the initial booking to the end of our stay.
Michele T.
April 2026

We loved our stay at Waikoloa Villas. It is so conveniently located. Nearby you have shopping centers with restaurants, grocery stores and retail. You’re also near several great beaches. The property is quiet and safe. Nice pool and jacuzzi. We enjoy a fitness center on vacation and it had everything we needed. Different cardio equipment, free weights and some lift machines. Communication with the manager was easy. We had to have a package sent and they were quick to respond and their offices are open daily. They also sent us an email with some local recommendations. The home felt very warm and cozy. We slept really well. The bed, pillows and furniture were comfy. The kitchen had everything we needed. I loved the master suite being upstairs, the guest room downstairs and the washer and dryer. The property itself is also filled with beautiful plants and trees. There are always birds chirping and flying around. We drank coffee outside on the patio every morning. There is an outdoor dining set not shown on the website. We would book this property again in a heartbeat.

April 2026

Great location, close to several beaches, shops, restaurants. The condo is great for families, lots of room, full kitchen and next to the pool and tennis/pickle ball court. Had equipment at the condo for the beach and the court.
Kerry L.
April 2026

Clean, roomy, well equipped with all the kitchen, beach, and pool items one could need. Beautiful golf course views. Well located in the upscale Waikaloa resort area- 7 minutes to the state beach, 4 minutes to “A-Bay”, 4 minutes to shopping, restaurants, etc. Quiet community, beautiful swimming pool. Mix of residents and quiet vacationers that were very respectful of the residents, no party scene, just rest! Thank you!
Jennifer R.
April 2026

Perfect place for our stay. House was excellent. Clean, well appointed and owner was very responsive and helpful. Would stay again if back to Waikoloa.
Bob O.
April 2026


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