Waikoloa Beach Resort - South Kohala, HI

Waikoloa Beach Resort offers one of the Big Island's broadest selections of resort real estate, with gated condominium communities, custom homes, and luxury villas developed over several decades. The 1,350-acre master-planned resort opened in 1981, with the first residential homes completed in 1988, and new residences continue to be added today. Homebuyers can choose from low-maintenance condominiums to custom single-family homes, with resale prices generally starting around $700,000 for condos and extending beyond $10 million for premier oceanfront estates.

Homes at Waikoloa Beach Resort

Rather than a single builder, Waikoloa Beach Resort includes multiple residential neighborhoods developed by different companies over time. Popular communities include Fairway Villas (142 residences), Vista Waikoloa (122 residences), Waikoloa Beach Villas (121 residences), Waikoloa Colony Villas (162 townhomes), Haliʻi Kai (192 condominiums), and the beachfront Kōlea villas, among others. Floor plans range from studio condominiums to spacious custom homes with ocean, mountain, or golf course views. HOA fees vary by individual neighborhood and condominium association.

Amenities at Waikoloa Beach Resort

Life at Waikoloa Beach Resort centers on outdoor recreation. Residents have access to 27 holes of championship golf at the Beach and Kings Courses, the white sands of ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay (A-Bay), miles of walking paths, historic King's Trail, shopping at Kings' Shops and Queens' Marketplace, restaurants, art galleries, and year-round cultural events including Hawaiian music, hula performances, and farmers markets. Many gated communities also feature their own swimming pools, fitness centers, tennis or pickleball courts, spas, and barbecue areas.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Waikoloa Beach Resort occupies the South Kohala coastline about 20 minutes north of Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport. Residents are minutes from snorkeling and paddleboarding at ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay, luxury resorts including the Hilton Waikoloa Village and Waikoloa Beach Marriott, and ancient Hawaiian petroglyph fields preserved within the resort. Additional attractions along the Kohala Coast, including Mauna Lani Resort and Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area, are within a short drive.