Great condo…we were very surprised that that had shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soap and a lot more in the condo for convenience. That came in very handy, because our luggage didn’t come until the next day. The only issue we had was the day before check in we were asked to keep the air conditioner set to 80 degrees while we were out and 78 degrees while in the condo. If we had known before booking, we may not have booked it. I truly understand that everyone Hawaii is very expensive…including electricity. But 78 degrees was not a pleasurable temperature for us. Other than that, it was one of our best stays in a VRBO condo.
Bob W.
September 2024
We really enoyed our stay! We used the beach club, fitness center, and various amenities throughout the home. The home was set up nicely and was very comfortable and well apportioned. We had a wonderful stay!
Ryan L.
September 2024
Amazing place in a great location. Condo is very well outfitted and has a lot of things to fully enjoy the beach. Place is worth it for the access to Mauna Lani Beach Club alone.
Thomas W.
August 2024
We were so very grateful we chose this condo. It’s close to the ‘best’ beaches and far enough away from Kona. The grounds are beautiful and the pool /hot tub is very nice. Vacasa manages this property and they were communicative and prompt to respond.
tera p.
August 2024
Condo was great for my family of 5. Everything you could possibly need was included. Location was great. Pool was wonderful and steps from the front door. Beautiful walking path close by that leads to beach access. The private beach was excellent and a short drive away. Nice having a garage to use. Bikes were fun. Unfortunately a lot of the snorkeling gear was broken but that was no fault to the owners, just the last guests I’m sure. We would stay again for sure if we make it back to the Big Island in the future.
Karin G.
August 2024
We had a wonderful stay. The property is clean, comfortable, well-stocked and in a great location within a gorgeous resort.
Kellian D.
August 2024
The resort, condo complex, and unit were all fantastic. We had a wonderful visit with our family of four (two teenagers).
Rob A.
August 2024
Myself, husband, and 2 teens enjoyed our stay. The teens were happy to each have their own sleeping area. The kitchen was great for making breakfast each morning. It was well stocked with dishes, pots & pans, spices, etc. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub area after long days sightseeing, hiking, and at the beach. The quiet pool area is very relaxing. We did not go to the resort beach, there are a few other really nice beaches close by that we choose to go to so the beach chairs, umbrella, towels, and snorkeling equipment that were provided were a really nice option for us.
Cheryl F.
August 2024
This condo was in a terrific location with beautiful beach close by. We enjoyed the pool and historical park also within walking distance. The condo itself was clean, comfortable, and well stocked. Will be back!
Megan B.
July 2024
This was a perfect condo for our family for the week we were on the Big Island. We had access to an amazing private beach that was a 5 minute drive away with great snorkeling and was never overcrowded. There is a restaurant right off the beach where we had lunch a few times and had great food. There were beach towels provided that were nice quality - I am kind of picky and had brought my own but we used theirs! There is A LOT of beach gear too - snorkel gear, beach chairs, rafts, etc. I highly recommend walking to the beach at least once through the ponds. Beautiful views and is only about 20 minutes. We had planned a couple of longer days at the beach and drove on those days jus so we didn't have to walk after being hot and tired. We used the pool once - can't use speakers at either the pool or the beach at Mauna Lani - only headphones. The pool was very nice and just a very short walk from the condo. The view from the Lanai was amazing - having the market and shops near us were great. Can't say enough about it. We would recommend a stay here again!
Mary Y.
July 2024
Very good location with close proximity to beach and tennis clubs. The owners were conscientious to provide access to some water gear such as snorkels/masks, fins, boogie boards, beach chairs, beach towels etc. A couple of maintenance issues- garbage disposal didn’t work upon arrival but owner eventually messaged a fix for us to try which solved it. TV in main room and WiFi never really worked. Several light bulbs out in master bath. Overall a positive experience though.
Justin M.
July 2024
We had a great week on the Big Island. This condo was the perfect home for us as we explored. Loved the convenience of the location and the full stocked garage with beach/water equipment. We had a great week!
Sharon K.
July 2024
Really enjoyed our stay- had everything we needed and made for a very comfortable vacation. Great location with many beaches and shopping close by. Excellent golf courses as well. We would stay here again
Thomas M.
July 2024
Palm Villas is a wonderful place to stay when you are vacationing on the Big Island. Everything is within walking distance, and you couldn't ask for a better kept complex and units.
Curtis B.
July 2024
We enjoyed are stay overall. The hosts were accommodating. The beach was about a 15 min walk from the condo.
Cassandra K.
July 2024
Overall we were extremely pleased with the condo and would book again. Our family loved the location, access to the beach club, pool, etc. Accuracy of the listing was spot on and the property manager team was wonderful to work with.
Jacob C.
July 2024
We loved our stay at Richard's Mauna Lani condo. The condo is perfectly located - we were a beautiful 15 min walk to the beach, 15 min walk or 3 min drive to FoodLand for reasonably-priced groceries, and with easy access to Kona, Waimea, and Waikoloa. All the amenities you could think of were provided, including beach towels, beach gear, a fully stocked kitchen, and extra sheets and towels. We had a wonderful week and can't wait to come back.
Nicole U.
July 2024
Very comfortable accommodations. Access to beach club was great. Beach supplies in garage were great for outings to other beaches.
Colleen P.
July 2024
The location is fantastic. Easy to walk to ocean and watch the sunset. Very easy to move around the island. The finish of the unit is beautiful. We would definitely stay again.
W Peter W.
July 2024
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Overall, we had a great stay at this condo, and there are some issues that need attention. The location of the condo within Mauna Lani is excellent, right around the corner from the historic walking path to the beach. Within the lovely, intimate condo complex, this unit is in a nice, quiet location. The condo itself is beautifully decorated and well laid out, with a nice golf course view. Now the issues: the primary bedroom mattress needs replacing. The air conditioner is very loud in the middle bedroom, and my son ended up sleeping on the couch because of this. The cleaning of the linens between guests needs improvement. The bedsheets were clean, but the outer bed linens and kitchen towels were pretty grungy. The freezer door is difficult to close all the way, so just be aware to double check that, and the kitchen could use a tool update, but it is acceptable. Finally, the owners require that the guest was and dry the towels, as well as start the bedsheet laundry before check out, and that is a tall order for a 7am flight. All this said, we would love to stay in this condo again if all or most of these issues are addressed, and despite these issues, still enjoyed our stay very much!
melinda m.
July 2024
We had an amazing time staying at Palm Villas A21. The pictures do not do it justice! Clean, comfy beds, and cozy. Easy to cook and prepare meals, do laundry, etc. Very close to the pool and a great stock of beach things in the garage.
Carrie L.
July 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Emily B.
July 2024
Clean property and responsive management. Fixed the A/C right away. Communication with management was fast and responsive.
Alan H.
June 2024
It was nice, and looked like the pictures
June 2024
it was great
kevin j.
June 2024
We had a great time and stay at your condo. Appreciate all the beach supplies like coolers, chairs, umbrellas and snorkeling gear.
Grounds and pool are beautifully maintained.
Kathy M.
June 2024
Very nice and a good price.
Brenna B.
June 2024
Great place and nicely kept. Amenities were good except minor things like out of body wash in the shower and no condiments like one normally finds at a VRBO. Would certainly use again, well located, clean, upscale, good price. Everything was great.
William R.
June 2024
A great spot in lovely Mana lani - highly recommended
Todd C.
June 2024
The property was awesome and it was perfect for kids. The pool area was even better than we anticipated and was right across the street from the unit. The location can’t be beat. We would definitely stay here again. The garage is small and really can’t fit a Ford expedition, which is a common large car rental on the island, but using the common parking spots was not an issue. Smaller cars would fit without any problem. Only other thing to be aware of is that it is a bottom unit, so we could hear the group above us at times, but again the space was great and we preferred having access to the very nice grounds and grassy areas from the lanai.
Scott G.
May 2024
This property was in a perfect location where we were able to walk to and from the Mauna Lani Hotel beach. We enjoyed our time and have already recommended this spot to other people.
Michelle T.
May 2024
Clean, comfortable, beautiful sunset views and so close to the mauna lani beach club! Would definitely stay again!!
Diane C.
May 2024
We absolutely loved staying at Palm Villas E21! The condo was immaculately clean and welcoming. The beds were comfy with plenty of pillows. The kitchen had every tool/small appliance imaginable, plus coolers and freezer packs for the beach. We prepared several scrumptious meals and enjoyed dining on the lanai, with its beautiful view of the ocean and neighboring Kalahuipua`a Park.
We loved having access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club and the condo had beach toys, boogie boards, floaties, umbrellas and chairs. The pool and jacuzzi were perfect way to wind down at the end of the day. The property manager provided clear instructions, making check in super easy. Will definitely stay here again!
Kiko C.
May 2024
Second time our family stayed at this property. We loved it! We’ll be back again next year!
Andre
May 2024
Immaculate condo in a perfect location. We didn’t want to leave. Every need was anticipated.
jim a.
April 2024
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First off, the condo itself and the amenities are great and as advertised. If you do not have kids, this is a great place to stay. However, we were frustrated by the strict community rules that impacted our family's enjoyment of the community amenities. A week before check in, we were provided with a long list of community rules. This isn't uncommon, but knowing these rules beforehand might have influenced our decision to rent a condo in this community. The rules included "no loud or boisterous ball playing is permitted in common areas" and "Running, jumping, and horseplay are not permitted in the pool area. nor is yelling, screaming, orboisterous behavior." Anyone who has kids between the ages of, oh, 3 and 18 knows that these rules will be difficult for them to follow. They're on vacation; they want to be loud and boisterous. You might think, sure, everyone has restrictive rules to protect themselves from egregious violations. But in this case, they were strictly enforced. Another family in our travelling party was given a written warning when their kids dared to play (not even with a ball, mind you) in the common area behind their condo. Our children (5 and 8 years old) were yelled at by an adult for playing in the driveway in front of our condo. Again, if you don't have children, none of these rules should concern you. I only leave this review for families to take into consideration how this might affect their enjoyment of the amenities in this community.
Eric
April 2024
Quiet second floor location. Comfortable bed and bedding. Covered lani and a garage were pluses. Pool was very convenient. Beach club access and restaurant as well as a scenic walking path were appreciated. Minor issues with garage code not working, leaking refrigerator and maybe upgrading the lani furniture with more comfortable seat cushions. Other that that, we loved the unit!
Christine
April 2024
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Sweet location with a sunset view across the park and fish ponds. Our kids found the walk to the beach through the park and the fish pond system more engaging than other "formal" parks and historic sites we visited on our trip. The early risers headed to Mauna Lani Beach Club after breakfast on the patio. The old teenager would then walk through the fish ponds in the late morning. Snorkelling in the bay was some of the best we had on our trip due to murk and big surf at other bigger beaches. Saw an eagle ray, turtles, eels, and many types and sizes of fish. Also did some fishing in the area and did well whipping from shore. Best part of the condo? QUIET complex, QUIET building, QUIET pool and hot tub area. It often felt like we were the only ones there. Great home base to explore the beachy, drier side of the island north of the Kona traffic. Highly recommend this rental unit for families (up to 6 as long as the kids can sleep 2 on a bed and 2 on the pullout hide-a-bed) or two couples travelling together. Super awesome!!
Darin L.
April 2024
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We’ve stayed in over half a dozen units at the Palm Villas. Our staycation began years ago. We enjoy how quiet the property is and how the pool is often left for our use. The convenient location to other amenities and restaurants is another plus.
This unit was set up wonderfully. No hassle getting in, using a front door code was not necessary. The use of the keys, pool fob, garage code and the Beach Club gate access card, were clearly displayed and made easy to use.
We were most impressed with how well appointed, classy and of a simplistic style this unit showed. All you need to be at home exists. We forgot our boombox but the Bluetooth speaker available to use, was more than ample. The unit is very clean and tidy, as was the garage.
Our next stay? We will most likely select this unit once more.
Working with Jane and Tiphany at Big Island Living, was a dream. They are super helpful and accommodating. They are prompt to respond and provide solutions with east. They are the best.
Couldn’t have had a great time without them.
Mahalo,
Charlie
Charlie K.
April 2024
Wonderful property
David P.
April 2024
This is a great place to stay. The house is well accommodated in a beautiful area of the resort. Richard was very responsive before the stay and made it clear he was easily reachable if we had any issues…which we did not. The house and experience exceeded our expectations and we would definitely stay again.
Chris J.
April 2024
Getting in and out matters. Easy to find codes that are correct and clear. Pedestrian gate is not far entry. We called support for clarity 5 times in first two days and went thru interrogation each time. No problem for tech-savvy youngsters but four 75 year old guys were easily stumped by confusing and not quite complete instructions. (example: press 1 or pound”
With those problems were solved, the property was great
By the 3re day they were minor. Very good stay!
Henry N.
April 2024
Aside from being too short, our stay at Palm Villas B23 was perfect in every way! The unit was immaculate, quiet, comfortable, and one of the best equipped vacation rentals we’ve had. We especially loved having all the beach gear (towels, chairs, umbrella, snorkeling equipment, and boogie boards) right in the garage ready for us.
Palm Villas location is ideal, within easy walking distance of the shops and restaurants, and a pleasant 15-minute walk from the beach club. We used the pool and hot tub two afternoons; both were well maintained and uncrowded. The next door neighbor and her little dog were kind and welcoming, and the rental was even more spacious than it appears in photos.
Mahalo, and hopefully we will be lucky enough to return for another stay someday!
Amelia K.
April 2024
We had a wonderful vacation with our adult kids and teens. Mauna Lani had all the amenities we love. Pool, hot tub, walking paths, and the private beach club. We loved our time out on the lanai playing cards and sipping drinks. It is close to all the best beaches and the garage was full of toys to make the beach fun! Thank you!!
Erin M.
April 2024
This condo is nicely situated with about a 20 minute scenic walk to the beach across a lava field and fish ponds. The patio looks out at the golf course and has a great BBQ. Accommodations were excellent with comfortable beds, spices, and more than enough detergent/soap. One negative was that the dishwasher did not clean the dishes adequately, so we found some dishes with food residue in the cabinet and hand washed our dirty dishes for the week. Another thing to note is that the master bathroom does not have a door to separating the shower, so one has to close the door to the bedroom if privacy is desired. Finally, the living room smoke detector battery, about 15 feet above the ground, decided to start chirping in the middle of the night one day. We called Vacasa, but did not have anyone show up until mid day. It should be noted that we received fair compensation for this inconvenience and the overall stay was excellent!
Avner G.
April 2024
Nice private unit at end of complex, very safe, garage held great equipment for the beach for everyone; loved the beautiful walk to the private beach and ocean access. Kitchen great size for cooking local fish and produce. Snorkeling amazing, one of the best beaches!
Jean L H.
March 2024
We had a great time staying in this very nice condo. Easy to get to the pool, beach, shopping and Kona activities. Would stay again, everything was handled very well.
Christopher A.
March 2024
Condos and landscaping are well kept. Overall a quiet and safe place with lots of activity in walking distance. Only wish I could smoke a cigar on the patio/lanai.
Barry R.
March 2024
My family of five had an amazing stay at Mauna Lani H22. The house is situated on a gorgeous property, the views were amazing, the trade winds lulled us to sleep (never used the a/c) and the sunsets were outstanding. The house has tons of extras that we took full advantage of too - Tupperware, coolers, beach chairs, noodles, snorkel gear, boogie boards, and there were even a few pairs of ocean shoes (I also left one behind to share). I would definitely recommend this house and would go back in a sec!! It was aloha paradise!
Lynda C.
March 2024
Perfect stay! Everything was so nice and clean and the condo had everything our family needed. So close to the pool which was a big hit with our younger kids!
We never felt like our kids bothered anyone there which was so nice after reading some of the reviews and have 4 kids 9 and under. The snorkeling at beach club was sensational and a perfect spot for young children to swim! We will be visiting again really soon! Thank you!
Nicole T.
March 2024