I just returned from the Big Island and stayed at Kolea. After doing a lot of research, I decided on the Kolea and booked through Outrigger. It worked out great because they did not require a large security deposit or cleaning fee -- it was all included. We stayed in unit 15F and it was awesome. The place was on... more

If you are planning to stay at Kolea, I suggest getting a construction update first directly from the Marriott who is currently building a ballroom adjacent to Kolea. HEAVY construction noise from 8 am to 4 pm made it difficult to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Alternate option may be The Vista's, which was recommended to us by Destination Villas. more

6/1-6/6/2006 KOLEA Unit 12B....ABSOLUTELY AWESOME UNIT!! Our 5 day short vacation was just wonderful thanks the great agents of Abbey Vacation Rentals. From day 1, we were welcomed to our unit with a beautiful bouquet as we got off of our elevator. How often does this happen to visitors to a unit by your vacationing agent? We stayed on the... more

My husband and I just returned from the beautiful Kolea Villas located in Waikoloa Village. We stayed in unit 2B (name is Was- 2nd floor condo) and it was absolutely breathtaking! We can not wait to go back. We can not say enough about our condo. Our condo was amazing...from the beautiful decor, the picturesque oceanview from the lanai, the... more

The units at Kolea are outstanding and all that one could hope for. The location is perfect. But....I just got home last night (4/1/2006) and I don't know who is saying there is little construction, because that is just not true, maybe they haven't been there in a while. It was everywhere and to some degree takes away from relaxation.... more

Stayed here in Feb. '06. Lovely place, everything is first rate. Beach, privacy, security, etc. more

The interiors are as the ads say, ads's photos show, and the reviews indicate: beautiful, large, well-appointed. The lanais are very large. The bathrooms are large. Honestly, I don't understand how someone would pay 1.5-3M for such a villa and then rent it out for 400 a night, but I'm not complaining. The beach club is comfortable. The pool is... more

We just returned from nine wonderful nights at the Villas at Kolea in the Waikoloa Resort area. The furnishings were exquisite, the view outstanding and we felt right at home from the minute we arrived. The covered lanai, complete with outdoor kitchen was huge and we ate several meals there. All bathrooms had walk-in showers. After staying at Kolea, it... more