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.
Travelers rave about the Ocean Villas at Turtle Bay for their setting: steps to a swimmable, protected cove with easy snorkeling, a quiet villa pool and hot tub, and miles of breezy oceanfront trails. The North Shore location feels peaceful and scenic compared with Waikiki, with sunsets, whale sightings in season, nearby golf and horseback riding, and resort restaurants and coffee just a short walk away. Many guests highlight how perfect it is for families and multi‑generational trips, calling it a relaxing, low‑key base for exploring Haleiwa, Waimea Valley, food trucks, and other North Shore favorites.
The villas themselves are repeatedly described as spacious, clean, and comfortable, with well‑equipped kitchens, in‑unit laundry, strong AC, and generous beach closets stocked with chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, and snorkel gear. Most units have lovely lanais with ocean or pool views, and reserved, gated parking makes coming and going easy. Check‑in is straightforward, communication is responsive, and small touches—like heated pools, grills, and kid extras (pack‑n‑plays, high chairs in some units)—make stays feel effortless. Many guests are return visitors who say they’d happily book again.
Common trade‑offs to note: while you’re next to the resort, villa guests typically can’t use the hotel pools or gym without paying, and on‑site dining and resort activities can be pricey. The North Shore has limited nightlife and fewer restaurant options, so a car and a grocery run (plus enjoying that kitchen) are smart; it’s also a long drive to Honolulu attractions. Quality varies by individual unit—most are well kept, but a minority mention dated decor, maintenance hiccups (AC/appliances, sofa beds), lean starter supplies, or strict security and gate codes. Ground‑floor units offer best access but less privacy and occasional pool noise. If these matter, consider an upper floor, confirm amenity access and recent updates, and bring water shoes for rocky spots—do that, and reviews suggest you’ll have an easy, memorable beach escape.
This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews
Hosts were great about communicating and answering all questions. The accommodations were well appointed clean and a perfect space for our family. We enjoyed the views access to beach pool and the Ritz. We would definitely come back again.
Kathy K.
November 2025
Nice beach view and clean condo. Stayed with family and we had a good time.
Rachel J.
November 2025
Great location, huge space, and easy check in. The only thing was the not setting the a/c below 72. We got a little warm at night but everything else was great!
Holly S.
October 2025
directions (on getting there, gate access codes, locker with gear) were all on point. room and amenities as described. you can saunter the beach grounds of turtle bay for wicked views with less people. hale'iwa would be about a 20 minute drive away.
sheryll y.
October 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:
We stayed here 10/20-10/27. The villa is gorgeous and had everything we needed. The pool and hot tub were great and the beach was just steps away. It is a small public beach that is shared with the Ritz Carlton and can get pretty crowded as it is heavily used by the public. You are not allowed to use any of the umbrellas and lounge chairs from the Ritz and the staff will absolutely let you know. We were sitting under one of the permanent bamboo umbrellas at the end of the day and were told to find shade somewhere else. Thankfully the villa comes equipped with plenty of beach chairs and two umbrellas. It also has snorkeling equipment but make sure to clean thoroughly, as ours was full of sand. We booked a horseback ride and the Luau through the Ritz and highly enjoyed both. We also went over to watch the beautiful sunsets and the surfers as well.We had a magical time in Hawaii and would highly recommend staying at this villa in Turtle Bay.
Kathy P.
October 2025
Best place that we have ever stayed! The location was amazing. The cleanliness and security was outstanding. The overall experience was the best ever. Would definitely stay here again.
Terry M.
October 2025
Direct access to the beach and to a pool. Super well stocked beach accessories. So close to all the beautiful beaches and sunsets.
Cathy G.
October 2025
We all loved the location with the ocean view. All the appliances so we could prepare meals. Loved the layout and comfortable bedding and space.Will go back without hesitation!Thank you !Ivonne
Ivonne H.
October 2025
Loved our stay at the ocean villas
Brandon R.
October 2025
Rooms were cleanEasy walk to beach
Bryan B.
October 2025
This place does not disappoint. The pictures are accurate, and the home has all the upgrades and amenities you will need while traveling. The outside is just as picturesque as the inside. The grounds are lush and tropical and the views were spectacular.
Kim T.
October 2025
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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:
I had a great stay at this villa! The location was incredibly convenient — close to everything I needed, including shops, restaurants, and just a short walk to the beach. The villa itself was clean, well-maintained, and had a relaxing, comfortable feel. It was the perfect home base for my vacation, and I’d definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Ashley A.
October 2025
We had a wonderful vacation at this beautiful property! Everything you could possibly want is provided. The kitchen is especially well stocked and the views are amazing! We definitely hope to return one day.
Phyllis and Brint Y.
October 2025
We stayed at villa 311 in mid October 2025. Villa was exactly as advertised. Well kept up. There were several beach chairs, and boogie boards in the closet which was really nice. We had 7 people and had plenty of room. We had one of the best views of the pool/ocean being right across from it. So nice to be able to walk down to the pool or beach and come back up as needed. Much prefer the quieter slow pace of the north side of the island. We will definitely stay here again in the future.
Adam C.
October 2025
Beautiful apartment with amazing views, steps from Turtle Bay’s amenities. The beds were amazing comfortable and the kitchen fully functional. The beach locker was an absolute gem. The nonstick pans were a very scratched—would’ve preferred more stainless steel pans. The apartment was clean overall but we did have to buy a mop to give the floor a once over as we had a 1 year old crawling all over the place and the floor wasn’t up to baby standards.
Jason B.
October 2025
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
had a great time the unit was very nice, well equipped, the only complaint I have was out the slider to go to pool ocean basically everywhere there was nothing but mud. there was a sprinkler head that burst so we had to go thru mud to get back in reported it the day we came on the last day they came to fix.
Jeff C.
October 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:
Stayed here with my daughter and son in law. was very comfortable, needed for nothing.
Lynn M.
October 2025
Our family reunion, all 8 of us (ages 7 to 76) were extremely happy we chose this Villa for our stay! It had the room for us all to enjoy being together for cooking, meals, games and watching tv in the evenings. During the day, Turtle Bay Villas and the, pool, hot tub, beaches and cove were a fantastic place to play! Everyone had a wonderful time! Thank You!!
October 2025
This place was incredible. Very large 3 bedroom condo. Lots of space in all rooms. The view is beautiful. We were able to relax and enjoy the day. The patio was great for morning coffee as well as playing cards in the evening. We liked that it didn’t look out over the pool area. It was much more secluded but not out of the way. It was easy to walk to the pool and restaurants. Communication was very easy and the space was very clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Laura T.
October 2025
Perfectly equipped for the beach and convenience of guests. This is 4th visit, best unit so far.
Ann R.
October 2025
Great location and amenities
Jody T.
October 2025
Excellent place to stay. A few minor issues, but the property management company was great to work with, and quickly made things right.The view is amazing and the condo was very clean, with quick, easy access to the Ritz Carlton restaurants and amenities.The layout of the condo was very spacious, making it a comfortable place for all 6 of us to hangout during the day.The locker associated with condo is stocked full of anything you might need to visit the property beach, or any other beaches in the area.We will definitely stay here again
brooke t.
October 2025
Very good all in all.
Lisa W.
October 2025
Amazing place to stay at. can't beat the location! we just love love this area. all the basic kitchen items were there. just basic coffee/sugar/salt/pepper pantry items. We mostly enjoyed the beach and made new friends cooking at the grill. house was surface clean, but could use a deep cleaning; build up in corners/vents floors etc but did not ruin the trip. communication was always quick if there was a concern or question.
anne a.
October 2025
Everything was spotless. As every unit is owned by a different owner, we understand that each unit has different furniture and different state. The Villa G218 was by far the most beautiful and clean one from the photos - that's why we'd picked this unit. The photos did not do justice. In reality, it was even better - the decor and appliances were upscale, the large table fit 8 of us comveniently. Our two daughters loved the beautiful custom bunk beds. Aloha was very welcoming and responsive but we did miss put on the chance to meet with her in person as everything was perfectly pre-arranged.
Eileen C.
October 2025
Very well equipped with one exception, only 2 bowls for cereal or granola. Not a big deal for the two of us but if you are a family of 4….
Carol V.
October 2025
Awesome location with state of art facilities and cleanliness even better than depicted. The only down part was the size and location of the pool which would have been better if it had better views and a larger size. It was also easy to take part in many of the activities and excursions Ritz Carlton had to offer. We loved it so much more than Ko ‘Olina we stayed earlier in our vacation.
yenna l.
October 2025
This place was awesome and highly recommend! Beautiful view of the ocean, short walk along the beach to the hotel for food and drinks, and super clean! Having the washer and dryer in the property was a big plus for us too.
Bradley M.
October 2025
Everything was lovely. We had a wonderful time!
Kristine J.
October 2025
Convenient location to pool with lounging chairs to accommodate our entire party. The Beach House Restaurant food was excellent and close to the villas. The elevator made it easy to carry ukana and family to the ground level. Parking for our extra car was nearby and appreciated the "no charge" fee.
October 2025
This place was great. Hard to beat the location and everything we needed for beach fun from boogie boards to snorkel gear was stocked in the condo. We will be back!
Tony A.
October 2025
We had an amazing trip and LOVED our stay in Turtle Bay! I would recommend this condo to anyone looking to get away from the city hustle and bustle and are looking for a place to truly relax. Our family, 4 adults and 3 kids, had plenty of space to kick up our feet and hang out with one another when we weren’t right outside the door at the beach or pool. We saw turtles in the bay every day which was so special- this location was a dream and we can’t wait to come back. Everything you could need was provided - attention to detail was there :) thanks again!
Brittany L.
October 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:
We planned a girls trip for a quick weekend away and this was the perfect location! It was clean, updated, safe, and centrally located to all North Shore activities. This would be perfect for families, couples weekend away, or anyone who is looking for a calm quiet relaxing weekend! Everyone at the Villa was respectful, friendly, kind, and safe! Loved how close it was to the hotel and the nearby walking trails. Thank you for an amazing stay!
Brianna B.
October 2025
Everything was amazing the Villa’s at Turtle Bay Resort didn’t disappoint lots to do and views were amazing seeing the turtles & sealion on beach was so exciting! Great resort if you are traveling with a family lots of spacious room and pool was so close!
Melynda J.
October 2025
Loved this property. Very nicely stocked with supplies, cooking pots and pans, lots of beach towels and chairs. Well kept units and made our stay excellent.
Jeff D.
October 2025
Relaxing, comfortable, beautiful location
Jackie N.
October 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:
Beautiful home, Great location, Highly recommend and will be back.
Janet D.
October 2025
We stayed for a week end of September and had the best time! We have an almost 2 year old and this place was perfect, he loved running around the grass area. Pool and beach access were super easy, we will be back!
Natalie G.
October 2025
Great location and the property was well maintained
A M.
October 2025
A beautiful place to stay!
caroline b.
October 2025
Great!
Christopher L.
October 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:
We enjoyed this location and rental with our son and his young family. Being on the ground floor was perfect.
Linda R.
October 2025
I grew up on Oahu and lived in central in Makiki. It was a special treat to revisit the beautiful island as tourists. The villa accommodated 5 adults, one teen and two children comfortably! We chose the north shore for a more laid back experience. The Villas at Turtle Bay was exceptional and well worth the cost. The host, Emily, was quick to respond regarding any questions we had before and during our stay. I would highly recommend this beautiful villa. It came fully stocked with miscellaneous kitchenware, coffee, beach towels, and bathroom accessories! Truly a home away from home.
Marianne C.
September 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:
THIS WAS A WONDERFUL WEEKEND GETAWAY FOR OUR WHOLE FAMILY TO ENJOY. THE SECURITY WOMAN WAS VERY WELCOMING, HELPFUL, AND FRIENDLY. WE LOVED ALL THE AMENITIES PROVIDED TO US IN THE VILLA AND LOCKER AND IT WAS SO USEFUL FOR OUR KIDS. WE WILL DEFINITELY COME BACK AGAIN IN THE NEAR FUTURE!
Jennifer F.
September 2025
2nd floor villa was clean, attractive, lacks nothing. It was quiet. No disturbances from outside. It was very secure. The beach and ocean views were spectacular. We even enjoyed a visit as guests to the Ritz Carlton shops and lounge area, a short walk away.
Faye V.
September 2025
We loved every minute of our stay- best vacation ever!
Thoughtlife
September 2025
Beautiful property with everything you would need Great communication.
Barbara S.
September 2025
The view of the beach was beautiful. The property around the beach was well groomed, the gates and entry system were easy to use. Plenty parking. Loved the stay.
Jean F.
September 2025
Our family of 11 , 6 adults and 4 children stayed at the villa for 10 days in June of 2025. It was absolutely perfect!!! The villa was extremely clean , spacious and quite well appointed! Including fun games we played at the beautiful dining room table.My grandkids loved the bunk room!! My 6 yr old grand daughter said it was the coolest room she had ever seen !The primary suite was great.Very spacious! It provided a very cozy sanctuary Loved hearing ocean at night!!.The other king suite was great too. Large bathroom with plenty of space. The 3rd bedroom was large and very nice. The only minor compliant was that the air conditioning for those two bedrooms seemed a bit lacking. The proximity of the vila to the beach and pools was fantastic!!!We all enjoyed the pool and hot tub!! Great way to relax together! We also used the grill that is situated by the pool! Great for BbQ!Our family had a very memorable time!We will most definitely return!!!
Trish R.
September 2025
Perfect location and spot!
Kristen G.
September 2025