As a previous resident of the Big Island, I knew that the one of the most beautiful and convenient locations to stay with my large family was Waikoloa. We brought 5 of our children on this vacation at the Waikoloa Beach Villas and there was something for everyone. The condo was pristine and spacious. I will say that the downstairs bedroom with two twins works best with young children. We enjoyed use of the gym (especially at sunrise!), being able to walk across the street to go to the market and restaurants, and driving just down the road to watch the sunset from Lava Lava Beach Club's shoreline (which was a GREAT place to take our kids as well!). The kitchen was well-stocked and the master bed/bath was beautiful. Being able to sit outside with the view of the golf course was nice as well. Our kids enjoyed daily dips in the pool before and after our short excursions to other favorite places on the island. There are definitely less expensive places to stay on the Big Island, but you get what you pay for with this place!