Located in Hilo, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hilo Farmers Market and Hilo Shopping Center. East Hawaii Cultural Center and Panaewa Rainforest Zoo are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 34 min drive - 15.2 km
Port of Hilo - 36 min drive - 15.6 km
Getting around
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 20 min drive
Ohana Cafe - 25 min drive
Kozmic Cones - 20 min drive
The Temple Bar - 22 min drive
The Tiki Turtle Cafe - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hawaiian Eco Village near Hilo AIR pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hawaiian Eco Village near Hilo AIR?
As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hawaiian Eco Village near Hilo AIR on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$337, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Hawaiian Eco Village near Hilo AIR?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hawaiian Eco Village near Hilo AIR?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hawaiian Eco Village near Hilo AIR?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hawaiian Eco Village near Hilo AIR located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Kalakaua Park and Naha Stone. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Paola was absolutely amazing and made our trip to Hawaii so special. The tour she gives of the property of Eco Village shows how much Mahalo is part of the culture here. Definitely planning another trip here in the future
Wow this stay was beyond words. The bungalow was spacious, well thought out and put together, clean, comfortable, and the view was great. We could see the ocean, loved watching planes take off from the airport, the sunrise, and the trees around the location. We slept the best we have all trip. Recharged and relaxed! Was a great location close enough to Hilo for the day, but far enough to be quiet at night for a great rest. We would highly recommend this place.
The place was amazing. The view was spectacular, the farm was fun and interesting, and Paola and Mau were kind and helpful. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2026
Mahalo for you kind review! We truly enjoyed hosting you guys. Hope we'll see you again.
My husband and I enjoyed our stay here. The location, interior of the bungalow, hammock, property, and view were all terrific. We also really enjoyed talking to the owners. If we come back to this area, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Mahalo for taking the time to write us a review. We're so happy you enjoyed the bungalow, the views, and relaxing in the hammock. It was a pleasure getting to know you both, and we'd love to welcome you back whenever you're in the Hilo area again. Safe travels until then!
We had an incredible stay at Eco Village, and would highly recommend it! The bungalow rooms are thoughtfully designed and comfortable, and you can't beat the beautiful mountain view of the farm and the ocean below. The hosts, Mauricio and Paola, are absolutely delightful sharing some fresh bananas and cherries from their fruit trees and telling all about their gorgeous sustainable property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we're so happy you enjoyed your stay at Eco Village. Knowing that you appreciated the bungalow's design, the comfort, and the views of the farm, mountains, and ocean means so much to us.
We're especially glad we had the chance to share some of the fresh fruit from the property and tell you a little about our sustainable farm and conservation efforts. Sharing this special place with guests is one of our favorite parts of hosting.
Mahalo for your kind recommendation! We hope to welcome you back the next time your travels bring you to the Big Island.
The room is ocean view, clean, quiet, cozy, atmosphere is very peaceful. The owner is very friendly and kindly. You can feel the nature.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Mahalo for your kind review. It is actually an honor to host guests at the eco village. We truly enjoy how recharge guests are while staying with us. Hope to see you again.
Lovely couple, beautiful quiet garden retreat with plentiful fresh organic fruit straight from the tree. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in Hilo!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2026
Mahalo for your generous review. We love to share fresh fruits with our guests when we can. Hope you keep on enjoying Hawaii.
A Hui Hou!
It was a 5/5 star stay. The sunrise was absolutely stunning. The house was perfect for the start of our honeymoon. The place was clean and organized for us to find what we needed. The directions provided were clear and prepared. The host was quick to reply with anything we needed.Definitely would recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Mahalo for your kind review. Mother Nature is actually the star at the eco village. We are just caretakers that truly enjoy visitors. So glad to hear that our directions helped you guys during such an important time as a honeymoon.
✨✨✨An absolutely wonderful experience from beginning to end. The hostess was incredibly warm, attentive, and welcoming — the kind of person who makes everyone feel instantly comfortable and appreciated. Every detail was beautifully thought out, creating such a lovely and memorable atmosphere.
Kindness, elegance, and genuine hospitality truly stood out. You can feel the care and heart owners puts into everything they did. Thank you for making our vacation so special — it was unforgettable! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
First of all , the construction of this property is impeccable. Everything lines up perfectly. Doors, windows, tiles and beams on the ceiling. The construction is perfectly done.Everything worked perfectly and the price point should be increased (My only complaint)! The owners/hosts are beyond amazing and have clearly poured their hearts into this property.Stay here for an amazing time. This property is a complete steal at this price point and worth the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful review! It truly means a lot that you noticed the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into building the property. We designed and built Eco Village with great care, and hearing that those details stood out to you is one of the highest compliments we could receive.
We're also grateful for your kind words about us as hosts. Creating a place where guests can relax, connect with nature, and feel genuinely welcomed has always been our goal.
As for your "complaint" about the price—we'll take that as a wonderful compliment! We strive to offer a stay that provides exceptional value while remaining accessible to travelers who want to experience this special corner of the Big Island.
Mahalo for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We'd be honored to welcome you back anytime!
We had a great time at our stay at the Eco Village. It's a beautiful property with lots of fruit trees planted on it, so we loved taking a morning walk to see them. The units are close to each other, but we felt that there was still good privacy maintained. There's no kitchen to cook food, but lots of great restaurants in Hilo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
So happy to hear that you had a good time at the eco village. The bungalows are design in a way that privacy is maintained at all times. Each bungalow has a kitchenette for easy meals to prepare.
I loved everything about this property. It was close enough to Hilo to be convenient, but also far enough out of town to feel serene and peaceful. The place was sparkling clean and well-designed with all the amenities you'd expect, while remaining true to its eco-friendly claims. My favorite part was swinging in the hammock watching sunset, and picking fresh lychees off the trees. I'd highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2024
Aloha Amanda!
Mahalo for you kind words. So happy to know that you enjoyed your stay. We love to share the fruits from our young trees with our guests.
Perfectly secluded, quiet, and just the right size
I was as impressed with the set-up of this quaint eco-bungalow as I was with the stunning sunrise views. The check-in process was painless, the host was communicative, and the small bungalow was clean and well-stocked. Despite its small size, there wasn’t a single item my husband and I found ourselves in want of during our short stay. They could have easily relied on the location and views alone to make our stay memorable, but the thoughtful additions of tea, oatmeal, slippers, a compost bucket, and even aloe vera were such a pleasant surprise. I’m so happy with this find, and would gladly recommend to any single or couple looking for a peaceful place in the upper hills of Hilo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2024
Aloha Jenny!
What a generous review. Thank you so much for your kind words. We just try to promote responsible tourism while making sure our guests are relax and happy.
Mahalo!
The owners are very friendly, we let them know when we were coming and they greeted us when we arrived to walk through the property. In the morning we were greeted with spectacular views of Hilo and fresh bananas from the garden.
This property is great for eco-conscious visitors, as the owners make great efforts to reduce their impact on the environment and teach visitors about their efforts as well.
A few things to note: despite being about 3 miles outside of Hilo, it takes a solid 10-15 minutes to get to town since the private road is one-lane and winds through adjacent farmlands. Also, coqui frogs are in the neighborhood and you will hear them at night. They sounded nice to us visitors but earplugs might be useful if you have the windows open.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2024
Mahalo for your kind words. As you stated, we are paying attention to the way we do conscious tourism at the Eco Village including the compost our guests generate to feed our trees and the compostable trash bags and biodegradable soaps we use to make a more "green" stay for our guests at the Village.
We really hope to send to the world a humble message of responsibility for Mother Nature that surrounds us including the coqui frogs :)
The property was wonderful and secluded. Very peaceful for someone wanting to be near Hilo, but feel like they are in the middle of nowhere. We throughly enjoyed our stay and the property owner was kind enough to even send us information on Merrie Monarch, which just happened to be going on while we were there!The only issues we had were that the road leading to the property is gravel and has speed bumps. These are nearly impossible to see, and we only realized they had little markers for them after we hit one. A warning note in the welcome message we received would have been appreciated. The other issue we had was that we were sent the checkout information the morning of our checkout. I do not check my email extremely frequently, so I did not see the list of things she wanted us to do until after we had already left the property. We had done the majority of the requirements, but there were a couple of things we did not realize we needed to do. If these had been sent the night before, or even at the time of check-in, I would have been more likely to have seen the message and could have done everything. That being said, I would recommend staying here. Just be on the lookout for speed bumps and checkout info the morning of departure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for recommending Eco Village! We're delighted you enjoyed the peaceful setting, your time near Hilo, and that we could help you experience the Merrie Monarch Festival during your visit.
We also truly appreciate your helpful feedback. We've taken your suggestions to heart and have already updated our guest communications. Future guests will receive a reminder about the gravel road and speed bumps before arrival so they know to drive slowly, especially when arriving for the first time. We've also changed the timing of our checkout instructions so they're sent the evening before departure, giving guests plenty of time to review them.
Thank you again for staying with us and for helping us improve the guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on a future visit to the Big Island!
A true piece of paradise. It had everything we were looking for and more: a comfortable bed, a clean, well-appointed room, beautiful sunrises, and unexpected serenity. If you have time, take a tour of the gorgeous, well-kept grounds with the host, Mau—it will make your stay even more special. He truly lives aloha, sharing his love for people and the land. One tip: be prepared for a drive up the hillside to this secluded spot. It’s well worth it.
This place is a great - hosts are amazing people. They are intelligent, passionate, flexible, and friendly.
Sunsrise view is great. Incredibly safe environment. You really feel like you have a degree of quiet separation from the bustle of Hilo that is only a short drive away. So best of both worlds.
The tradeoff is that the village access does require a short drive on unpaved roads. So prepare mentally that this is a slightly more secluded location.
You get a simple but thoughtfully decorated and serene space that is in the middle of beautiful plants and fruit trees and next to wonderful farm animals (goats and chickens).
Advice: bring a small fan if possible, in case it is during a hot season.