In Waikoloa we usually stay at the Marriott Big Island Ocean Club or Fairway Villas. This was our first stay at The Shores and it's our new favorite condo in Waikoloa Beach. It's much smaller and quieter than the Fairway Villas and the condo is much larger than those at Marriott. Unit 308 was extra special because it has an unobstructed direct view of Manua Kea and Mauna Loa. When we woke up the first morning what we first thought was a pretty sunrise actually ended up being Mauna Loa erupting for the first time in 38 years! We got to enjoy the red glow of the volcano most evenings from our 3rd floor lanai and living room. The newly updated furnishings and full size washer and dryer were great. We look forward to staying here again the next time we visit the Big Island.