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OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, books
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH

Very unique property—like staying at a private resort, this listing is for TWO units on the same property with separate entrances. Located within minutes from downtown HIlo in a very quiet neighborhood, a short walk to a surfing beach and swimming river park… it’s everything for a group getaway.

Both upstairs and downstairs have full ocean views, with relaxing lanai furniture. Full kitchens in both units, washer and dryer on site… with stocked amenities.

A 3-minute walk takes you to watch surfers at Honoli'i Beach or to jump in the adjoining river for a refreshing swim. Explore the Big Island from the convenience of Hilo, or treat your stay like a resort vacation with the swimming pool just steps from your door.

The upstairs is airy and grand with unending ocean views; the downstairs is a more modest but also spacious fully stocked unit.

Together there are 3 bedrooms and 2 sofabeds.

Kitchens: Full-sized appliances, microwave and toaster oven, garbage disposal. Amenities and supplies cover basic needs, and we can also help with special requests if you can give us advance notice.

Living rooms: Each with a sofabed that sleeps two, 55-inch TV with digital channels (Spectrum) and internet connection to let you sign-in to your streaming services.

Dining area: Comfortably seats 4, as well as a breakfast counter in kitchen, and remote-controlled fan/light.

Lanai (porch): seats that look to the pool or ocean.

Pool: remodeled in October 2021, has a bahama (seating in shallow water) area and plenty of poolside lounging areas. Guests are given priority and exclusive use of pool (not shared while guests present).

Yard: very expansive grassy yard with unblocked ocean views. Guests are given priority and exclusive use of pool (not shared while guests present).

We provide linen (including beach towels), basic bathroom amenities, and can provide a pack-n-play, high chair or bbq grill upon request. Parking is available in our gated driveway that we share with our guests. We do recommend a local car rental company if you plan to explore the Big Island (they aren't kidding when they say big).

We encourage guests to research and expect that we live on the ocean in a tropical climate--Hilo is the more humid side of Big Island, which we love for the soft air, but can mean more rainfall. Birds, geckos and insects are common and will occasionally sneak close to the house. Though they are harmless, we take great pains to keep our house pest-free and pride ourselves on keeping a clean home. Coqui frogs are now a characteristic of HIlo, they are never seen but gently sing every night for a few hours starting at dusk. Expect to fall asleep to the sound of waves every night... and every day is a chance to watch the sun start a new day if you want to wake up that early!

Property manager

Mari Burns

Languages

Japanese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (371.6 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Recommended supervision at pool.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Due to local ordinance.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GE-071-399-2704-01, 260250040000, TA-071-399-2704-01

Property is also known as

Ocean Private Flat, With Pool and Steps From Beach Hilo
Ocean Private Flat, With Pool and Steps From Beach Apartment

About the neighborhood

Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Honoli'i Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Pesto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kula Shave Ice - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH located?

This family-friendly Hilo vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Honoli'i Beach, and Honoli'i Beach Park. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property beautiful ocean view.
Clean, as advertized, easy check in, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The sound of surf
We stayed at this lovely place for 5 days in Oct. Pros: - very clean; not fancy, but nice - nice appliances; well stocked kitchen - nicely landscaped yard with stunning ocean views and the lights of Hilo across the water at night - great communication from hosts - large windows/ sliding doors facing the ocean so great views even while eating or relaxing inside - comfy lounge chairs in the shade and by the pool - free use of the pool whenever we wanted (but we needed to skim it first because of many little bugs floating in the water) -wonderful ocean views, and that lovely sound of the surf crashing - walking distance to a surfing beach, not swimmable for us but neat to watch the surfers - quiet residential neighborhood but convenient to Hilo for groceries/ restaurants - quite a bit to see and do in the area and not as rainy as I was expecting Cons: - the frogs are very loud at night. My husband had no problem falling asleep and staying asleep. I had to sleep with a pillow covering my ears. Bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper - this is a lower floor unit so sometimes at night/ early morning I could hear people walking overhead or chairs being moved around. Ear plugs would have fixed that. -no laundry so fine for 5 days but not great for a longer visit
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
This place was just right for us. Near Hilo, just down the street from a lovely beach, waves crashed, frogs sang, unit was so comfortable, clean and had everything we needed including sharp knives! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. We loved the spectacular sunrises.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Beautiful view! Easy to communicate with the owner
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dangerous entro
It was very very narrow stone walkway down into the apartment Dangerous!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful. It's very clean and well stocked. Lots of special little touches. We very much appreciated the calm beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hilo beach rental
Perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Beautiful home. Lived up to listing details. Right next to the beach. Beautiful ocean views.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful trip to Hilo
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica T., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Excellent location, host kind, beautiful house. All was as described. Private pool is a plus. All necessary amnesties for an excellent family vacation. Thank you Mari !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

CRAIG f., Glendale, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Spactacular Location
Great location on the ocean. Inside is Spartain and dated. Overhead stomping and other noise was annoying. The descending walkway was daunting for old guys.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing view
First words out of my brides mouth when she got to the top of the stairs was, "Babe, you done good. Oh my God this is amazing." It was the perfect place to spent our week on the BI. We love this side of the island and the ability to be so far north and still be withing Hilo I'm 20 minutes was fantastic. We loved the views and the home. My now wofe wants to go back without the kids to enjoy this property all over just the two of us again. Hopefully not during the rainy season as much and for a longer stay if they do a longer term stay rate. It was breathtaking and I wouldn't have traded it for the world. It would be a home like it or this one I'd like to own one day that is for certain.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
First stay in Hilo
Great place to stay! Lovely to hear the waves at night. Host was great, very accommodating and helpful. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Enjoyable and beautiful place. Very clean and well organized. Loved hearing the frogs at night and the sound of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl F., Bakersfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Honoli’i Heaven
I have a deep appreciation for Hilo and aloha, This beautiful views this property offers can only be seen to fully appreciate its mesmerizing wonder. The hosts were excellent, the property was clean and well equipped with all the necessities. Mahalo
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista G., Canton, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Singing waves and coqui frog paradise
This lodging worked perfectly for my husband and I and our 21 year old son. The pull-out sofa is extremely comfortable. The kitchen was very well appointed with plenty of spices and starter sets of coffee and treats. The pool is lovely and refreshing and has three levels. The views of the cruise ships sailing into the port of Hilo each day was enjoyable. And Honoli’i beach is just a short walk up the street. The lodging provides guests with beach chairs, beach umbrella and kid boogie boards which is a very nice touch. There is also a booklet with suggested restaurants and sightseeing options throughout the areas of the island which was very helpful. We took the suggestions for Pineapple’s, Kenichi’s, and the Hilo Burger Bar and were glad we did. The hosts were very nice and helpful. We had a lovely time being their guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lowell T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Flat on the Ocean
Great flat on the ocean with tranquil views, open windows all around that alloed you to hear all the tropical sounds of Hawaii. Beautiful grounds and pool with a comfy setting minutes from town and close to many points of interest. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Our hosts were excellent and responsive. Location and home as advertised. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Hilo Space!
We loved staying here! The kids had a great time in the pool with the pool toys and variable depth water. We slept well at night in the comfy bed to the sounds of crashing waves and coqui frogs (they’re noisy but we loved it). The kids liked the couch bed. The space was open feeling, easy to access, very clean and well-appointed. Plenty of dishes, cooking gear, board games, art supplies, and other helpful odds and ends. It was easy to get to attractions around Hilo, Volcanoes Nat’l Park, etc. There was a helpful guide book by the hosts. The check-in/check-out process was easy. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting!
A lovely place with great ocean views! Peaceful, comfy!! The entrance was challenging for my husband who has mobility issues but otherwise, a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break 2024
Property as advertised, clean and well stocked. Great views and location to downtown Hilo, Volcanoes Natl Park and local state parks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

D H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
The place was just what we needed for a two week getaway.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

pmadvig

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful!
Enjoy the sunrise or whale-watching through the huge windows of the spacious great room. Relax in or around the pool. Easily prepare meals on the well-equiped kitchen then store leftovers in the large assortment of sealable food containers. Buy lower-priced fresh fruits and veggies at the Hilo Farmers Market nearby. Take time to explore and hike. We especially like the Pololu Valley Trail and Volcanoes National Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth s.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing view
Amazing view and love hearing the sound of the ocean. Accurately described in the listing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

vamshi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024