'Temptation Island's Scorching Filming Location Cranks Up the Heat on Steamy Drama!

The premise of Temptation Island is all about testing relationships — by splitting up four couples who are feeling a little uncertain about their love lives. They're shipped off to a picturesque island where they'll live in separate villas with a group of attractive singles eager to show them what they might be missing out on.

The dating show first hit screens in 2001, hosted by Mark L. Walberg (not to be confused with the actor Mark Wahlberg), and ran for three seasons before being canceled.

But it wasn't gone for long —Temptation Island made a comeback in 2019, and since then, it's been keeping viewers hooked with its drama and jaw-dropping moments. It originally aired on the USA Network until 2023 and has since made the move to Netflix.

Season 9 premiered on March 12, 2025, and viewers can't stop raving about the stunning scenery! Here’s everything you need to know, including where Temptation Island is filmed.

Since its sizzling return in 2019, Temptation Island has found its steamy home in the tropical paradise of Hawaii. Season 5, for example, was filmed at the luxurious Lodge at Kaloko on the Big Island, while other seasons set the stage for temptation on the sun-kissed shores of Maui.

For the latest installment, Temptation Island took the heat to Kailua-Kona, a vibrant town on the west coast of Hawaii's Big Island. The cast lived in two separate, stunning villas, soaking in the sun and the drama.

But it wasn't all about the villas — contestants ventured to some of the island's most scenic spots. Eagle-eyed fans spotted Cheeky Tiki, a chic beachside restaurant, and the Kona Salt Farm, a local tourist gem.

The cast also enjoyed meals at popular hotspots like Magics Beach Grill, and Sunset Kai Lanai, and even indulged in a sweet treat at Gypsea Gelato.

However, back in the show's original run, the filming locations kept things interesting, with Season 1 shot in the lush jungles of Belize. Season 2 was filmed on the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica, and Season 3 brought the heat to Honduras!

Despite airing on a new network, the format for Temptation Island remains the same. In fact, Season 9 features four new couples putting their relationships to the ultimate test in paradise.

First up is Shanté and Brion! After a year together and dreams of starting a family, their relationship is rocked by Brion's past involvement with someone else. His sexually adventurous side, including a desire to bring others into their bedroom, has left Shanté struggling with trust.

Next is Ashley and Grant, who have been in an on-again, off-again relationship for a year and a half. The cycle of breakups and makeups stems from Grant's past infidelity, leaving Ashley with serious trust issues.

Alexa and Lino have been together for three years but want to be "100 percent confident" before fully committing. Lino wonders if someone on the island might capture his heart, while Alexa hopes to find her independence.

Their relationship has had a rocky start, with Alexa being dishonest about dating others early on, leaving Lino feeling like a "second choice."

Last but not least, we have Tayler and Tyler! The pair jumped into a relationship right after he ended his six-year marriage. With no experience dating around, Tyler is diving into new waters, making him the perfect candidate for Temptation Island.

Temptation Island is now streaming on Netflix.