We had a wonderful time staying at this lovely villa at the Mauna Kea resort. The home was well appointed and in a beautifully relaxing setting. Hope to come back!
Jean-Michel H.
July 2024
Photos and words do not do this property justice….believe what you read and then take it up a few notches. ALL amenities, spectacular property manager who goes above and beyond, complete with amazing views of the sunset. We WILL return.
Stephanie G.
June 2024
Great stay all around
Jared S.
June 2024
Very much enjoyed our stay and this property. Everything was exactly as shown in the pictures. A lovely 3 bedroom condo with a wonderful patio and view of the ocean. The unit was well furnished, very clean and very comfortable. We love staying in the Hapuna Beach area and will definitely return here....thank you so much for sharing your condo!
James K.
June 2024
The condo was perfect for a multi family stay! Comfi, cozy, everything you'd want for the perfect vacation
Lori F.
June 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Upon arrival we were so impressed with the cleanliness of the home and the view is spectacular.
Tami E.
June 2024
Property is absolutely beautiful and so well maintained. At the same time it is convenient and family friendly. The villa is very spacious and has lots of room for hanging out as a group, while also providing space for privacy and peace and quiet when you need a break. It was perfect for our group of 6–and three generations. Ocean views are gorgeous and having a Mai Tai on the patio and watching the sunset in the evening was spectacular. With easy access to the beach at Mauna Kea—it just doesn’t get any better than that. Management was always pleasant and responsive. Special thanks to Janet and Lissette.
Judy E.
June 2024
This condo is absolutely stunning, clean, and fully equipped with anything you may need from beach gear to kitchen equipment. The view is more beautiful than what the pictures show, the beds are very comfortable, and Donna was very attentive and helpful.
Sigalit R.
June 2024
This property is spacious and private. The perfect place for multiple families to stay together. The views from the deck and pool are of the ocean and we enjoyed watching the sunset each night in the hot tub. The pool was enough to entertain the kids and for the adults to relax. Was nice to have the hot tub option later in the evening. Getting the settings to work for lights, jets, and temperature was a bit tricky. We had to have the pool service come twice but they were able to reset things and the property manager was responsive.
The kitchen was well equipped, we cooked on the outdoor grill most nights. Comfortable beds, very clean. So convenient to have laundry in the house. We were able to pack light. Outdoor shower was fun and great to use coming back from the beach. In the garage they had beach chairs/umbrella, boogie boards, and some snorkeling gear.
Quick drive to the beach, went to hapuna beach state park only 10-15min drive. Parking at Mauna Kea resort fills up pretty fast in the morning. We did not get the amenities package and glad we didn’t waste the money on this. I think there is so much to do without it. We booked a luau and night manta ray snorkel at Mauna Kea and you do not need the package to do this. Would highly recommend these activities. Also zipline and horse back riding in Kohala is only about 30-40 drive north. We spent a day driving to the volcano national park and a couple water falls. Well worth the day trip.
Highly recommend this place!
Stacy D.
June 2024
Donna is fantastic. The condo is beautiful, and the view is spectacular. Unfortunately during our stay one of the 2 air conditioners for the condo died, which did make the condo pretty warm in the afternoon. Especially since the trade winds were a bit lower a few days
Unexpected/unavoidable things happen, but Donna was so responsive. She got someone out to look at it right away and when it was clear it wasn't a fixable issue she reached out to us with options right away. Could not have handled the situation better! Her responsiveness was greatly appreciated. Would definitely return!
Erica L.
June 2024
Location and access to the beach was first rate. Sadly the outdoor kitchen appliances needed repairs or replacement. BBQing was very difficult with only 2 of 6 burners working. Deck refrigerator ran constantly with no cooling.
David B.
June 2024
What a lovely place!!! This place is a 10/10!!! Very clean, comfortable and was well stocked! The view was fabulous!!! The best view at Wai’ula’ula’ and is very convenient to the Hapuna and Mauna Kea resort hotels and activities. The host, Patricia, was great to work with and very attentive!!! We had a great time!!!
John C.
June 2024
This was our second stay at this property. We are a family of 6 and had my parents join us. This property is perfect for our needs. Had everything and more we could want and is wonderfully maintained. Kitchen well stocked, plenty of towels, and a pack and play for our toddler. The owners were super responsive and when we did have one small issue, the property manager was prompt to respond and made himself available in no time. We absolutely love this location and the amenities and our favorite part is taking advantage of the hotels nearby. We get to enjoy the beaches, beautiful pool but also have plenty of space to relax. Thank you again for another memorable trip to the Big Island, we cannot wait to return once more!
Julie H.
June 2024
I am leery of vrbos because I am picky and we have had a few bad experiences. This house was great. It had everything we needed. It was clean and had a great set up with 3 bedrooms with attached baths. The pool was great and the hot tub warmed quickly when we wanted to use it. The outdoor lanai was great and we loved the sliding doors to the kitchen/dining space. The kitchen had every utensil or appliance we could have wanted. Great location. We loved using the beach club pass to access the beaches and pools. We spent 6 nights and left to spend three nights on the east side. I wish we would have just booked all our nights here and made the drive.
Amber H.
May 2024
We had a great stay - loved the location right by the pool. Condo has everything you need!
Jessica S.
May 2024
Very clean property with lots of space. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need and more. Minimal decor, not a lot of Knick Knacks around. Feels like your own space not like you are staying at someone’s home. My Down syndrome son especially liked the small pool and hot tub right outside his room. We were happy to see chairs and toys in the garage for a day at the beach. The property managers were easily available when we needed them. We had a wonderful stay.
Theresa S.
May 2024
The description is accurate, but as important - the house was very well stocked. Actual sharp knives and nonstick pans in a rental? Heck yes. We plan to come back to the big island, and when we do, this house will be our first choice.
Phil H.
May 2024
We loved staying at this condo. It was myself, two brothers and one girlfriend. The condo was great, marvelous views from the lanai, and lovely pool and hot tub area. Patricia, the owner, was great-advising us about one potential issue that was resolved before we actually arrived and always staying in touch. It was a lovely vacation for all of us.
Marilyn W.
April 2024
My family and I so enjoyed our stay. The unit is spacious and well-appointed. The furnishings are comfortable and stylish. They’ve thought of everything. From the copious pool and beach toys (noodles, floaties, boogie boards, beach chairs, umbrellas) to the kitchen essentials that every traveling family needs like ample storage space for food, aluminum foil/baggies, Tupperware, and a well-stocked oil and spice cabinet, we had everything we needed to enjoy the week. There’s also a washer/dryer in the unit, fully stocked with detergent and stain removers. Truly a home away from home. It’s a quick drive to the Mauna Kea Resort and if you purchase the resort access for your stay, you’ll have access to the self-park lots/garages at both Mauna Kea Resort and the Westin at Hapuna making access to the nearby resort beaches easy. The property manager, Donna, was responsive and accommodating. Arrival/check-in was a snap. We will definitely be returning.
Skylar S.
April 2024
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This house is fantastic in every respect. With each bedroom having its own bath, the ratings go even higher. The house is outfitted with just about everything you could possibly want. The kitchen is incredibly well-stocked with ample pots and pans, dishes, silverware, glasses, hand towels, sponges, detergent, cleaners, bowls, storage containers, plastic bags, paper towels, hot pads, appliances, etc. If you needed it, they had it. The bedrooms were spacious, especially the 2 king bedrooms. Those bathrooms were also enormous. The double queen bedroom was large, but had a smaller bathroom with only 1 sink and a smaller toilet/shower area. This was not a problem but is good to know. The living room was large and extremely comfortable, the huge kitchen was well laid- out, and the dining room was convenient with a very big table. A laundry room was handily located just off the kitchen. The washing machine pods and dryer sheets were all provided. The lanai and pool/jacuzzi were magnificent. The lanai was decked out with 6 large chairs around a huge coffee table, with 4 comfy lounge chairs at the pool. The lanai also had a round table for dining next to a built-in barbecue. The backyard had a beautiful ocean view which provided a great spot to watch the beautiful sunsets. Whatever we lacked or needed, the management company was super quick to respond. Our stay was fabulous and this comfortable, beautifully furnished house was a big reason for that. It deserves a 5+ rating.
Bev S.
April 2024
Condo was well stocked, had everything you could possibly need. Beds very comfortable. View incredible. Close to everything you may need. Mauna Kea best beach in the world. Calm waters , great snorkeling. Beautiful waterfalls on the other side of the island if you want a change of pace. Planning next years trip here already.
Sue C.
April 2024
We spent a week at Erika's condo on the Big Island in early April. Great access to Mauna Kea and Hapuna resorts (we got the package allowing full access) and beaches! Tons of space in the condo for our family of 4. Easy drive to a few towns, many restaurants, and grocery store...all with 20 mins.
Todd H.
April 2024
We had a very enjoyable time here and would recommend this place to anyone with a large/extended family or up to 3 couples. The setting is beautiful and the home is furnished with just about anything you would need to enjoy your stay. It is a short drive to either Mauna Kea or Hapuna beach but beware the parking can be challenging unless you get there early. The backyard is beautiful and well furnished with a pool/spa and BBQ/kitchen. We spent a lot of time there. There is also a nice community pool and lounging area nearby. We didn't elect to buy the Mauna Kea amenity package and were glad we didn't. The hotel and beach setting is superb but the hotel is starting a very extensive remodeling until 2025. I would check out first before deciding on this.
All and all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this place for a larger group.
Gerald S.
April 2024
Expectations were met and I can't think of anything negative to say. Most of our time was spent at the Mauna Kea so many quick driving trips there and back.
bring your own ground coffee
there was plenty of T.P. so that was a wasted purchase for us.
bbq was fantastic.
pillows are too firm for our taste but that is clearly nitpicking.
Again, key review here is expectations were set and met which to me = 5 stars.
Rob W.
April 2024
Wonderful house, terrific kitchen, great view! Our recent stay at this very comfortable Wai'ula'ula villa was a return visit. We love the house and location so much we have already booked for next year! That pretty much summarizes our experience!
Laurie W.
April 2024
Our family of five enjoyed this property, with plenty of room to spread out and relax. The property had everything needed for a comfortable stay. We hope to return in the future.
Benjamin P.
April 2024
Very nice home, needs some updating. No TV in master and older tv in second bedroom with queen bed. The lovely ameninities of Westin and Mauna Kea are available.but not included.
Floorplan is very nice. Bedrooms are all private to each other.Condo is on the second floor.
Ellen J.
April 2024
We loved staying at this property. It's conveniently located across from the Mauna Kea and Hapuna properties. We went to the Mauna Kea daily and loved it. We've stayed in this development before and were familiar with the layout. This property was decorated very nicely and located right by the communal pool/gym. The decor was great and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. Lots of utensils, wine glasses, etc. Erica and the property manager were in contact if we needed it, but we only had a few questions otherwise all the information given prior to arrival was easy to follow. We were traveling with a family of five including three teens kids. Two other families that had nearby properties which made it super fun for the teens and parents to hang out. Highly recommend would definitely stay again!
shannon d.
April 2024
Great location, well supplied house
Samantha K.
April 2024
We had high expectations for our stay and they were all met! Upscale, spacious, clean, comfortable furniture, great kitchen, beautiful views. We paid for Mauna Kea resort access and loved the convenience of coming and going and not worrying about finding public parking. The boogie boards, cooler and sand toys were wonderful for our trips to the beach. Thank you so much for the memories!
Cortney S.
April 2024
We loved our stay in Hawaii! This location is perfect for frequenting some of the best beaches on the big island. We can’t wait to return in 225!
Tricia M.
April 2024
The house was great, and we enjoyed our stay. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking in, which we did a lot of as we have young kids. The pool and jaccuzi were great as we spent a day at the house rather than going to the beach. Overall we would recommend this house, and would stay here again. Thank you!
Tim S.
April 2024
Everything thing was great. Only wish the BBQ had been cleaned and the wire brush was useless. Small complaint
Thank you
kevin o.
March 2024
Host was very helpful and helped me with resort registration. Having access to both the Westin and Mauna Kea resorts was great for the non divers in my group. Great location for exploring the North End of the Island. Great views from the pool/backyard. House was very comfortable with a great open concept.
Jason B.
March 2024
Great location and villa. Rick was a great host
March 2024
We had a wonderful stay, the host was wonderful and a great communicator. The property was immaculate and super organized. It felt just like we were in our own home and we all loved it. We will definitely plan to stay here again. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful!
Nicole v.
March 2024
The home is beautiful, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed our time at the resorts, but the best sunsets were from the lanai.
Patricia was responsive, helpful, and kind.
We hope to come back and do it all over again!
nicole n.
March 2024
Fabulous home - perfect set up. Love the size of bedrooms and bathrooms/closets. The kitchen island is huge and well appointed with all the necessities. Would love to visit again!
Scott B.
March 2024
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It had filthy carpeting, I’m not sure when it was last cleaned, 20 years maybe. The furniture was also filthy, sticky and the arms of the couch were literally frayed off so the stuffing was revealed. The two E-bikes that were promised were now “under maintenance” and unavailable just as the review 2 months earlier had also reported.( why didn’t I listen) The lanai refrigerator was also “under maintenance” and unusable as well as the gas grill which was disgustingly dirty and the brush to clean it was completely shredded into bits. Unusable again. The dishes were in terrible condition. Overall, I’d give this unit and company a hard pass. The cleaning hill was over $450, yet we were instructed to wash all the beach and bath towels before leaving.
When I complained about the E bikes being unavailable and in addition the terrible state of the carpet, couches, lanai grill and refrigerator, I heard crickets. Management was not available or amenable to fixing any of it except they did send someone to fix one sink that wouldn’t drain. Not worth the money, grossly dirty, no thanks!
Mary Jo D.
March 2024
Appreciated everything!
Shelley P.
March 2024
Our family truly enjoyed our stay at this well stocked and comfortable home. We appreciated that each bedroom had its own bathroom and there was an additional half bath. We used the concierge service to help rent all the items we needed for our baby- so helpful to have it all there on arrival! Easy communication with owner/host.
Yasi F.
March 2024
It was a very relaxing visit with all the amenities very accessible
Lisa G.
March 2024
The property was exactly as described by the professional hosts. From start to finish, communication and host interaction was excellent. The home was very well stocked and properly maintained with beautiful views. I would not hesitate to recommend this property.
MICHAEL H.
February 2024
Our family enjoyed this luxurious property behind Mauna Kea and Hāpuna resorts. We loved the well-stocked large kitchen, the ample space (3 bedrooms with ensuites) and the outdoor showers. The kids (4 and 6) loved the heated pool and hot tub. The location is quiet and peaceful and we loved having supper while watching the sunset in the spacious lanai. We would love to return. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
February 2024
The Wai-ula-ula condos are an excellent choice on the Big Island. Everything was fine except the twin beds in the third bedrooom are very uncomfortable and need to be replaced and the dryer needed to be unplugged and plugged a few times to get it to work. Other than that, everything else was very good.
Howard L.
February 2024
Enjoyed a wonderful week here with my family and my parents. The house was very well stocked with essentials, things for the beach, and all the dishes and kitchen gadgets you could need. We loved the close proximity to two of the best sand beaches on the island, and the resort membership was totally worth it for convenience of parking, courtesy beach towels, beach chairs and umbrellas, borrowing surf/boogie boards, and the beautiful resort pools and grounds, all of which was included with the membership. Overall a wonderful complex and definitely a place I would stay again.
Rick K.
February 2024
Sunrise to sunset
Aloha
Bob P.
February 2024
We had a great time and love the Kohala Coast! Would highly recommend the property.
Alexander P.
February 2024
Our stay in this amazing condo was fantastic. It truly exceeded our expectations. The unobstructed ocean and sunset views are stunning. The photos depict the beauty of the condo exactly and amenities throughout were outstanding. Donna, is such a lovely host and extended such wonderful Aloha! She is the best! Personal, professional, very attentive to our needs and even extended a concierge service for the islands activities. The condo is located in a beautiful gated community with a quiet and relaxing atmosphere. We enjoyed it thoroughly and will be back. Thank you.
Lynn F.
February 2024
It was a great place to stay. It would have been a little better if it was closer to the ocean.
Michael H.
February 2024