Waikoloa Beach Resort
Kohala & Kona Coast
Big Island’s premier resort community on the sunny Kohala Coast, where fairway condos, beachfront estates, and turquoise bays define island luxury living
Waikoloa Beach Resort spans roughly 1,250 acres along the South Kohala Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, blending two championship golf courses, two resort hotels, ancient fishponds, and some of the island’s most walkable beaches. Built on a jet-black lava landscape warmed by 360 days of sun annually, the master-planned community centers on Anaeho‘omalu Bay (A-Bay), Kings’ Shops, and Queens’ MarketPlace. It draws a mix of second-home owners, vacation-rental investors, and full-time residents seeking Kohala Coast weather without Mauna Lani or Mauna Kea price tags.
The resort is anchored by the Hilton Waikoloa Village and the Waikoloa Beach Marriott, with residential enclaves tucked along fairways and beachfront ridges. Owners enjoy direct access to A-Bay for snorkeling, paddle sports, and sunset walks, plus the Kalāhuipua‘a Fishpond Trail and Petroglyph Preserve next door. Short golf-cart or shuttle rides reach shops, 30+ restaurants, and the oceanfront. Kona International Airport sits just 19 miles south, making Waikoloa the most logistically convenient luxury resort community on the Kohala Coast.
Market Snapshot
Waikoloa Beach Resort — 2026
Median Price
$1.35M
Price Range
$650K–$8M+
Price / Sq Ft
$950–$1,450
Avg Days on Market
75 days
YoY Change
+3.8%
Inventory Trend
Moderate — 40–55 active listings, condos dominate supply
Property Types
Resort condos (Shores, Kolea, Palm Villas, Hali‘i Kai, Bay Club), single-family fairway homes, beachfront estates
Based on 2025–2026 Hawaii Information Service data
Lifestyle
What it's like to live in Waikoloa Beach Resort
Dining
- Lava Lava Beach Club — toes-in-the-sand dining on A-Bay with live Hawaiian music and mai tais at sunset
- Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar — award-winning Pacific Rim sushi at Queens’ MarketPlace with late-night half-off specials
- Roy’s Waikoloa Bar & Grill — Roy Yamaguchi’s signature Hawaiian fusion overlooking the Kings’ Course lake
- Foster’s Kitchen Waikoloa — farm-to-table Big Island ingredients with craft cocktails at Kings’ Shops
Outdoors
- A-Bay (Anaeho‘omalu) — calm crescent beach ideal for swimming, snorkeling, SUP, and outrigger canoe
- Petroglyph Preserve — 3,000+ ancient Hawaiian rock carvings on a short trail behind Kings’ Shops
- Waikoloa Beach Golf (Beach + Kings’ courses) — two championship layouts by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and Morrish/Weiskopf
- Kalāhuipua‘a Fishpond Trail — shoreline hike past restored Hawaiian fishponds and lava tube shelters
Culture & Heritage
- Petroglyph Preserve — ancient Hawaiian rock carvings
- Hilton Waikoloa Village lagoons
- Kalāhuipua‘a fishponds
Schools
- Waikoloa Elementary & Middle
- Kealakehe High
- Hawaii Prep Academy (Waimea, private)
- Parker School (Waimea, private)
Shopping & Transit
Kings’ Shops delivers luxury names like Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, and Coach, while Queens’ MarketPlace offers everyday retail, Island Gourmet Markets grocer, and casual dining — both anchoring the resort’s walkable retail core.
Car-dependent community roughly 30 minutes north of Kona International Airport via Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway (Route 19), with a free resort trolley connecting condos, hotels, and shops.
Housing Stock
What you can buy in Waikoloa Beach Resort
Condo offerings range from the luxury oceanfront Kolea and Hali‘i Kai complexes to mid-tier Shores at Waikoloa, Palm Villas, and Bay Club, plus entry-level Vista Waikoloa and Fairway Villas. Single-family inventory centers on fairway homes at Na Hale O Waikoloa and custom estates along the Kings’ and Beach courses, with a small handful of rare beachfront estates fronting A-Bay and Waiulua Bay. Nearly every property features open-air lanais, pool access, and volcanic-rock landscaping tuned to the Kohala Coast’s arid microclimate.
Entry Point
Entry-level buyers find 1-bedroom Shores at Waikoloa or Vista condos starting around $650K–$850K, typically with pool access and partial golf or mountain views.
Luxury Tier
Luxury buyers at $3M–$8M+ can secure oceanfront 3-bedroom Kolea penthouses, Hali‘i Kai villas with private cabanas, or custom single-family estates on the Kings’ Course with pools, ocean vistas, and vacation-rental potential.
Typical buyer: Waikoloa Beach Resort attracts West Coast and Canadian second-home buyers, snowbirds escaping winter, and vacation-rental investors drawn to proven STR performance in Kolea, Hali‘i Kai, and Bay Club. A smaller cohort of full-time retirees and remote professionals chooses fairway single-family homes for the Kohala Coast’s dry, sunny weather and Kona airport proximity.
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Nearby Areas
Explore the rest of the coast
Mauna Lani Resort
Ultra-luxury neighbor to the north with Auberge’s Mauna Lani and Fairmont Orchid resorts, higher price points, and exclusive fishpond trails.
View Area →Mauna Kea Resort
The Kohala Coast’s original luxury resort, home to the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Hapuna Beach, and multimillion-dollar estate lots.
View Area →Kailua Kona Condominiums
More affordable oceanfront condo alternative 25 minutes south with walkable Ali‘i Drive dining, historic Kailua Village, and year-round activity.
View Area →Oceanfront
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Frequently Asked
Waikoloa Beach Resort — questions we hear
- What’s the average price at Waikoloa Beach Resort in 2026?
- The 2026 median sale price at Waikoloa Beach Resort sits near $1.35M, with condos typically trading from the mid-$600Ks to $2M and single-family fairway and beachfront homes ranging from roughly $1.8M to $8M+. Price per square foot averages $950–$1,450 depending on ocean view, complex, and vacation-rental eligibility, reflecting a 3.8% year-over-year increase driven by continued demand from mainland second-home buyers.
- Can I vacation rent my Waikoloa Beach Resort property?
- Yes — Waikoloa Beach Resort is one of the few Big Island communities broadly permitted for short-term rentals. Kolea, Hali‘i Kai, Bay Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort, Shores at Waikoloa, Vista Waikoloa, and Fairway Villas all allow nightly vacation rentals, and many owners net strong returns through on-site rental programs or professional managers. Always confirm current HOA rules and County of Hawaii STR registration before closing, as regulations continue to evolve.
- What’s the difference between Waikoloa Beach Resort and Waikoloa Village?
- Waikoloa Beach Resort is the coastal master-planned resort community at sea level along A-Bay, featuring hotels, championship golf, beachfront condos, and vacation rentals. Waikoloa Village is the residential upcountry town roughly 6 miles inland and 1,000 feet higher, built around the Big Island Country Club area, with primary-residence neighborhoods, Waikoloa Elementary & Middle School, and significantly lower price points — a different lifestyle and buyer profile entirely.
- What golf courses are in Waikoloa?
- Waikoloa Beach Resort itself offers two championship courses: the Waikoloa Beach Course (Robert Trent Jones Jr., 1981) winding past lava fields and fishponds, and the Kings’ Course (Weiskopf/Morrish, 1990) in a Scottish links style with deep bunkering. A third course, Waikoloa Village Golf Club at Big Island Country Club, sits upcountry in Waikoloa Village. All three are open to residents and the public with resident rates available.
- Is A-Bay good for swimming?
- Yes — Anaeho‘omalu Bay (A-Bay) is one of the Big Island’s most swimmable beaches, with a long crescent of soft sand, calm protected waters, and a gradual sandy-bottom entry that’s ideal for families, snorkelers, and stand-up paddlers. Onshore rental huts offer kayaks, SUPs, snorkel gear, and outrigger canoe rides, while the adjoining Kalāhuipua‘a fishpond trail provides cultural and shoreline walking access.
- What are HOA fees at Waikoloa Beach Resort?
- HOA dues at Waikoloa Beach Resort condos typically range from $800 to $2,200 per month, varying by complex, unit size, and amenity level. Luxury oceanfront projects like Kolea and Hali‘i Kai sit at the higher end due to concierge services, pools, fitness centers, and resort-grade landscaping, while Shores, Vista, and Fairway Villas trend lower. Single-family fairway homes generally pay modest community association dues of $150–$400 per month.
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