Luxe Maunalani Resort Condo w/ Pool + Beach Access
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Luxe Maunalani Resort Condo is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation rental in the gated Palm Villas community at Mauna Lani on Hawaii Island’s South Kohala coast. The condo has a covered, furnished lanai and access to resort-style shared amenities, including an outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, and sauna.
Rooms & Amenities
Sleeping arrangements include a king bed, a queen bed, and a twin daybed with a twin trundle; a Pack ’n Play is also available. The kitchen is equipped for cooking, with a stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, ice maker, and coffee maker, while in-unit laundry, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a gas grill add practical comforts.
Beach & Recreation
Guests receive complimentary access to the Mauna Lani Beach Club, about two miles away, with a snorkeling lagoon, loungers, cabanas, and showers. Four beach cruisers are listed among the property features, and the condo community has a pool, hot tub, fitness center, and sauna; access to the Beach Club’s fitness facilities and classes costs extra.
Dining & Nearby
Several restaurants are close by, including Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar (577 m), Island Hopper Taproom (596 m), HāLani (621 m), and CanoeHouse (769 m). Other nearby options include Napua at Mauna Lani Beach Club, Brown’s Beach House, and Lava Lava Beach Club; Foodland Farms is identified at the Shops at Mauna Lani bus stop about 794 m away.
Getting Around
Nearby stops include Makaewa Place at Mauna Lani Golf Shop (385 m) and Mauna Lani Guard Shack (952 m). Kona International Airport is about 29.4 km away, and the listing allows up to two cars: one small vehicle in the garage and one in marked stalls, subject to availability; driveway parking is not allowed.
Best for
This condo suits families or small groups who want three bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, laundry, and shared resort amenities. It may also appeal to beach-focused visitors who are comfortable driving to the Mauna Lani Beach Club, which is about two miles away, and to travelers interested in nearby golf, snorkeling, and South Kohala dining.
Travel tips
Plan on a drive to the Mauna Lani Beach Club: it is about two miles from the condo, and a guest noted that the beach felt farther away than expected, with parking sometimes full during a busy holiday period. If bringing a car, follow the designated parking rules and display the parking placard; the marked stall is first-come, first-served. The home has quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM, and entry requires stairs.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the condo’s cleanliness, comfortable beds, attractive furnishings, and well-stocked kitchen, including useful cooking supplies. Families have appreciated the space and baby-related provisions, while reviewers also mention responsive host communication and clearly organized keys, passes, and instructions. Some found the detailed arrival and equipment guidance initially demanding, and one guest felt the beach was farther away than expected; holiday crowds also made Beach Club parking difficult. One reviewer noted that they did not use the resort amenities, so experiences with those facilities vary.
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