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Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.

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Exterior
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Hobby Garden Hawaii
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Lava Tree State Monument
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.

E Komo Mai (welcome) to Hale Hapu’u! Our little Hawaiian hut is perfect for couples seeking an authentic Big Island experience. The Hale is adorned with hand carved art from local artists, an outdoor bath set in the midst of a tropical garden of ferns, palms & orchids, and a lanai/dining room overlooking lava features & new landscaping. Modern amenities of AC, Internet and Roku will make your vacation more enjoyable. And close proximity to Volcano NP and the ocean.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GE-187-770-3168-01, TA-187-770-3168-01
Property # 2734026vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Keaau

Keaau is home to this cottage. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lava Tree State Monument and Hawaiian Beaches Park. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are also worth visiting.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 15 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Pahoa Museum - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Lava Tree State Monument - 23 min drive - 23.5 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 30 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Port of Hilo - 35 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lava Thai Food - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. located?

Situated in Keaau, this cottage is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hawaiian Beaches Park and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful decor and a great place to stay. The atmosphere was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun cozy little place. Great for couples.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very authentic Polynesian decor and grounds with gracious hosts made for a memorable stay in the tropical paradise of Puna.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Hale Hapu'u! Serene, well appointed, and as cool as the photos make it seem. Whether enjoying morning coffee on the lanai or an evening bath to the sounds of tree frogs, every moment and detail makes a stay here well worth it. Scott was incredibly communicative and responsive when we had any needs/requests. As a frequent visitor to the Islands this'll definitely be a return spot when we come back to Hilo.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to check in, very safe, Good island feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an unbelievable stay at your gorgeous home. I cannot say enough good things…from your decor to your hospitality you did not miss a thing!!! We have stayed in many vrbo’s and this is by far our most memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay !!

Beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a lovely home with a very nice lanai.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Beautiful place with all the extras
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chieko O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and beautiful designed room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Want to stay here again!

Can't wait to come back and spend more time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing spot

Really nice spot close to the city but also enjoying the surrounding nature, would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jay k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kilo Volcano area visit

It was an amazing place to stay and visit the area. Few residents stays ha e been this nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hospitality was incredible! Beautiful and very comfortable property. This property had air conditioning which was also a huge plus considering the temperatures. The property wasn’t too far of a drive from surrounding restaurants, beaches, and parks. This was overall a very well rounded and maintained property with a great host. I highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique guest house near Hilo

Amazing little guest house near Hilo! Hawaiian decorated with wood carved pieces. Every detail is thought of & home is very comfortable. Good location for everything around Hilo & Vocanos National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Hawaiian experience

The property and mgmt of it was all around excellent. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of paradise

The stay at Hale Hapu'u was great in every way! Beautiful Ohana with great attention to detail, privacy and easy communication and self-check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was amazing !

A 5 minute drive to a scenic ocean view with places to sit on the rocks , close to the highways to get to volcanoes national . The house was beautiful and everything we needed !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend and I had a pleasant time. Your property is beautiful, quiet and overall peaceful. The inside of the home is of course very cute and novelty in the best way possible. The property is stocked with just about every amenity you can think of. The host themselves are kind and extremely helpful. Thank y’all so much! Until next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great tropical retreat

Hale Hapu’u was a wonderful retreat. Very clean, cozy, had most everything we needed, and we especially loved the lanai which is beautifully done and the perfect spot for eating, studying, and just spending time. We really appreciated to attention to detail that was put into this guest house!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Our stay was perfect. Exactly as pictured.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARIA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

The art on the property is amazing. The night frogs and day bird sounds were very relaxing. Loved the outdoor patio and tub area. Like a spa!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So cozy!

Love everything about this place! The ambiance, the coziness-- it was a get away within a get away! Mahalo nui loa!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property!

Beautiful property, both inside and out. The attention to detail on decorations is incredible. Not to be missed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic home

Lovely home in beautiful Hilo! The home had loads of Hawaiian charm and everything needed to be comfortable. I loved the outdoor tub!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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