colony one condominiums

"Quite, very relaxing. Nice views over an abandoned golf course. Easy walk to Punaluu, black sand beach. Nice pool area with new barbeques. No restaurants, stores, or gas close at hand, so come prepared. Definitely recommend."

"My husband and I paid for two nights at Colony I but checked out after one. Initially it all seemed fine and our room looked nice. But shortly after we arrived we sat down to eat dinner at the table in our room and noticed a bunch of little bugs on the table. We then realized they were EVERYWHERE - on the bedside tables, on the walls, kitchen counter, every surface. They’re small but there were so many and we couldn’t get a good sleep knowing they were crawling all around us. Aside from the bug infestation, you can absolutely hear everything your neighbour does. It was so loud, especially being in one of their bottom units. There’s no AC in the room and if you want AC, you have to pay extra but can only do this during their narrow office hours so if you do a late check in like us, you are out of luck. Also the sprinklers turn on around 3am and are shockingly loud. All of this to say, it was a night of very little sleep. We couldn’t do a second night and instead took the loss and booked at the Hilton in Waikoloa… it wasn’t in the area we wanted to explore further but that’s how desperate we were to have a good nights rest and we previously had such a good experience there. The following morning we told the staff about the bugs - she said they were sugar ants and very normal on the island due to the climate. However, we had stayed at 3 other places during our time on Big Island and they were all bug-free. I find it hard to believe there isn’t more Colony I could do to get rid of the infestation."

"Colony One Condominiums are beautiful inside and out, immaculate and picturesque landscapes with beautiful Hawaiian flowers and palm trees. The location was amazing, close to the main road, in a quiet neighborhood, walking distance to the oceanside and Turtle Paradise Black Sand Beach Park. Also, the Volcano National Park is about 30 minutes away. I absolutely loved being in this heavenly environment. It is safe, very clean and well maintained. The pool area is nice and has a hot tub jacuzzi with a view of the ocean. Management staff members are on the property to assist if needed."

"Each unit has different furnishings. Our two bedroom unit had a washer and dryer and dishwasher. There was enough soap for one dish load and one laundry wash. This is definitely off the beaten path, so grocery shop ahead of time. Our balcony for unit 52 overlooked the parking lot mainly, so that was a design flaw. The architecture is reminiscent of "old Hawaii- Cocoa Palms where Elvis Presley stayed in Kauai and the Disney World Polynesian resort was influenced. The pool area is lovely, albeit with a very very strict pool manager. No air conditioning so you will need to have ceiling fans on. Two minutes away from the black sand beach and not a far drive from the green sand beach. The locals start to give $20 one way rides and $30 round trip rides at 9 a.m. at Green Sand beach, but our family hiked it with plenty of water packed."

"Washer and dryer in unit. Great views of the ocean and pool from our unit. Staff was friendly and helpful. Kitchen had all the utensils and cookware we needed and if something else is needed such as a blender you can call for one. Shampoo and conditioner and laundry detergent not provided but there was soap and dishwasher detergent. Daily cleaning services also not offered as it is a condo rental. Also, it is important to note there is a mini mart about 15 minutes away that has minimal options for foods (dry storage foods such as canned goods and rice) butcher nearest grocery store is over an hour away in Kona or Hilo. Buy your food to cook prior to arrving here."