

The Vista – Waikoloa Overview
You know, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to The Vista in Waikoloa – honestly, the name sounds like every other resort hotel, right? But this place actually surprised me in the best way. It sits in this perfect spot where you get those sweeping Big Island views (hence the name, I guess) without feeling like you’re stuck in the middle of tourist central. The lobby has this open-air thing going on that immediately makes you slow down and breathe differently – you can actually hear the trade winds moving through the space, which sounds cheesy but it’s真正 relaxing after a long flight.
What really won me over was how they’ve managed to feel upscale without being stuffy about it. The rooms are genuinely comfortable – I mean, the bed was one of those where you actually sleep through the night instead of tossing around on some rock-hard hotel mattress. The lanai spaces are generous too, not those tiny balconies where you can barely fit a chair. I spent way more time out there than I planned, just watching the light change over the coast. The staff seems to get that people are here to unwind, so they’re helpful without hovering, if you know what I mean. Check-in was smooth, parking is easy (and free, which feels rare these days), and the whole vibe is more “welcome to our place” than “here are seventeen rules about pool towels.”
Here’s the thing about Waikoloa – it’s positioned really well for exploring the island without being too remote. You’re close enough to some incredible snorkeling spots, and the drive to places like Mauna Kea or even Hilo isn’t terrible. But honestly, I found myself wanting to just stay put more than I expected. The pool area doesn’t feel like a zoo, even when it’s busy, and there are these quiet corners where you can actually read a book without someone’s speaker blasting nearby. The restaurant on-site is better than resort food usually is – I had this ono fish that was clearly caught recently, not flown in from somewhere else. Look, it’s not the cheapest place on the island, but for a four-star property, it delivers on what it promises. You’ll leave feeling like you actually had a vacation instead of just surviving one, which sadly isn’t always guaranteed these days.
The Vista – Waikoloa Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Two-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 2 single beds for 6 adults |


Surroundings
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Imari: 600 m
- Restaurant Tropics Ale House: 150 m
- Cafe/bar Waikoloa Beach Marriott Sunset Luau: 1.1 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Kuualii Fishpond: 1.2 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Pauoa Bay Beach: 5 km
- Mauna Lani Beach: 4.3 km
- Holoholokai Beach: 6 km
- Anaeho’omalu Beach: 800 m
- 49 Black Sand Beach: 4.7 km
Closest airports:
- Waimea-Kohala Airport: 35 km
- Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole: 30 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Bath
Outdoors:
- Private pool
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- View
Room Amenities:
- Sofa bed
Languages spoken:
- English
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels


House Rules at The Vista – Waikoloa
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 22:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.