Big Island Vacation Homes for Families and Groups

KBM's Big Island vacation homes cluster along the Kohala Coast in Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, and Kamuela, ranging from an 11-guest oceanfront estate down to intimate 2-bedroom condos for couples, all bookable direct with concierge service and a best-price guarantee.

October 23, 2026 by KBM Resorts

KBM's Big Island vacation homes are concentrated along the Kohala Coast in Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, and Kamuela, ranging from a 4-bedroom, 11-guest oceanfront estate down to intimate 2-bedroom condos for couples.

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What kind of vacation home fits your group

Large groups (8-11 guests): Kolea Kai (Hale Nani) is a 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath oceanfront estate in Waikoloa sleeping 11 across 5,131 square feet, rated 4.95 stars across 21 reviews, with nightly rates starting around $2,899 — built for a multi-family trip that wants one oceanfront residence large enough to stay together. Halii Kai (HLI-19G) sleeps 8 across a 3-bedroom, 3-bath garden-view layout (1,677 sq ft, 4.96 stars, 25 reviews, from $299/night).

Mid-size families (4-6 guests): Halii Kai's oceanfront HLI-12A and ocean-view HLI-7A units are both 2-bedroom, 2-bath villas sleeping 6 in 1,317 sq ft, starting around $239-$279/night.

Couples: Islands at Mauna Lani (IML-E4) is a 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath ocean-view condo in Waimea sleeping 4 in 2,189 sq ft (4.84 stars, 32 reviews, from $299/night), and One Ocean Estates (OOE-2A) is a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath ocean-view villa in Kamuela sleeping 6, with a perfect 5.00-star rating across 20 reviews (from $999/night).

Oceanfront vs. ocean-view

Oceanfront means the home sits directly on the water with no road or building in between; ocean-view means the water is visible, often from a lanai, but there may be a road or other buildings between you and the shoreline. Oceanfront typically costs more per night for the same bedroom count.

Getting around once you're there

The Big Island is the largest of the Hawaiian islands by a wide margin, and its areas — the Kona side, the Kohala Coast resort corridor, and the Hilo side — sit far enough apart that a rental car is close to essential for most stays. Guests booking a qualifying Hawaii stay of 6+ nights with KBM also get a complimentary rental car.

Good for families

Many Kohala Coast communities sit near calm, protected coves like Anaehoomalu Bay that suit younger swimmers, plus resort-style pools for an easy day off the beach. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the tide pools near Puako make for memorable family day trips from a Waikoloa or Mauna Lani home base.

What's the difference between an oceanfront and an ocean-view vacation home on the Big Island?

Oceanfront sits directly on the water with no road or building in between; ocean-view means the ocean is visible, often from a lanai, but there may be a road or distance between the home and the shoreline. Oceanfront typically costs more for the same bedroom count.

Which part of the Big Island has the most vacation homes for groups?

The Kohala Coast, including Waikoloa, Kamuela, and Mauna Lani, is where most of KBM's multi-bedroom vacation homes and resort-style communities are concentrated.

Do I need a rental car for a Big Island vacation home stay?

Yes, for most stays. The island's size makes a rental car close to essential for reaching more than one area — KBM also includes a complimentary rental car on qualifying Hawaii stays of 6+ nights.

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