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Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island

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A wooden interior with a staircase, two sofas, a coffee table, and a lamp.
A hot tub under a wooden pergola with a hammock and a patterned mat on a wooden deck.
A multi-level wooden structure with a covered deck, surrounded by lush vegetation and a stone wall.
A wooden-paneled room with a sofa, a TV, and a speaker system.
A cozy living room with wooden walls and ceiling, furnished with sofas and a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private spa tub
    A rare find - unwind in your own luxurious private space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Private spa pool
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Washer/dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Off-street parking available

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lava Tree State Monument
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Keaau

Hawaiian Paradise Park is home to this holiday home. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens. Pohoiki and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Pahoa Museum - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Lava Tree State Monument - 19 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 23 min drive - 25.8 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 27 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Marzo's Country Sports Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lava Thai Food - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island on 8 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,264, 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 Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jungle Haus-hot tub on private lanai/Big Island located?

Situated in Hawaiian Paradise Park, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum, Lava Tree State Monument and Hawaiian Beaches Park. Kilauea Caverns of Fire and Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 68 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with my family for three nights. The house is really unique witha great story and fun! Very clean and secluded property. I've already recommend this property to friends and would gladly stay here again if on Hilo side of big island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
Aloha David. Many thanks for posting a review! We are delighted that you and your family enjoyed your stay and had fun exploring the property. There are whimsical features to be discovered around the house as well as organic fruit to be harvested from the grounds. We deeply appreciate that you have recommended our property to your friends, which is the highest praise indeed! We look forward to welcoming your family again when you next visit Big Island. Mahalo!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Home!

This home was absolutely beautiful! Very unique. Huge yard with lovely flowers and fruit trees. I would recommend anyone to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2026
Aloha, We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and very much appreciate that you took the time to post a review. We hope that you harvested some organic fruit from the yard to add to the pleasure of morning coffee on the lanai. Looking forward to welcoming you back for your next visit to Big Island, mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every was great, there were some lightbulbs that were out but other than that it was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2026
Aloha Jose, We are happy that you enjoyed your stay with us and found everything to your satisfaction except for lights. It would have been helpful to contact our property manager with this concern as all of the lightbulbs are functional but the light switches may not be intuitive. The house is somewhat eccentric as it is unique, being a redwood water tower that was repurposed by a ship builder. We deeply appreciate that you took the time to post a review and look forward to welcoming you for your next visit to Big Island. Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little hideaway

Loved the house and history. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2024
From the owner: "Aloha Rick, Many thanks for taking the time to post a review! We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay in this unique house, which had been featured on HGTV several years ago. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next visit to Big Island. Mahalo!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and private

Fun place to stay. Lush plants surround the property. So nice to sit on the deck in the evening listening to the birds and frogs. Feels very private.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2025
From the owner: "Aloha Joleen, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. As you noted, it is very private as it is on 2 acres adjacent to a large nature preserve. Hoping that you harvested organic fruit from the garden areas and hiked the trail just outside the entry gate. Hope to welcome you back for your next visit to the Big Island, mahalo!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hawaii 2025

We had a great time.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2025
From the owner: "Aloha Dorothy, Many thanks for taking the time to post a review. We're always happy to hear that you had a great time. Mahalo!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It's a Dream Home

Excellent home for a Hawaiian vacation. It's in nature and the Manager is extraordinarily helpful. 100% recommended
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
From the Owner: "Aloha Rosa Aurora, We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and hope that you harvested some of the organic fruits from the garden. We appreciate that you took the time to write a review and look forward to welcoming you again for another visit. Mahalo."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique experience in paradise

Very accommodating host, kids enjoyed hammock, hot tub. Great location feels rural yet near everything. We learned so much about wildlife and visited volcano national park while staying at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Shared from the homeowner: "Aloha Tim, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay and had opportunities to learn about wildlife(besides the resident gecko). Mahalo!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing

It was very nice place Yard is beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2024
From the Owner: "Aloha Jennifer, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Many thanks for taking the time to post a review and we look forward to welcoming you for your next visit to Big Island. Mahalo."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

East side and of island stay

Unique and really wonderful house on Hilo side. The grounds are amazing and pictures do not do it justice. Very private with beautiful garden.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2023
From the owner: "Aloha Pavel, We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! Hope that you helped yourself to the organic fruit from the garden. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, mahalo."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Unique fantastic house

Loved the privacy of this rental...gated...very safe...beautiful property. House stocked with everything you might need. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

perfect for visiting family

This property suited our needs completely--close to family, room for everyone, a place to cook meals, comfortable sleeping and relaxing areas, laundry facilities and just a cool house. The house embodies the "aloha" spirit. Mahalos!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2025
From the Owner: "Aloha Renee, many thanks for your kind words! We appreciate that you took the time to post a review. We are happy to hear that you felt comfortable and enjoyed your stay. Please let us know what we can do to improve your experience. We strive to earn 5-star reviews, as many guests are not aware that leaving 4 stars (or less) will actually decrease our average review rating. We look forward to welcoming you when you next visit the Big Island. Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Private escape. We were concerned at first about no ac since we were here in June, but the breeze flowing thru was great. Even a little chilly at night. Beautiful grounds, great hot tub loved seating on the porch. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Aloha Ginger, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. We love your description, "hidden gem"! It was great to hear that you enjoyed your stay. As you observed, A/C is unnecessary because the shipwright, who converted a redwood water tower into a home, utilized traditional Hawaiian technology to facilitate a natural breeze. through the structure. We look forward to welcoming you again for more Big Island relaxation. Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaii House

If you rent a old school Hawaii house you get an old school Hawaii house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2023
From the owner: "Aloha Ben, We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at this haven for Old Hawaii charm. Thanks for taking the time to write a review and we hope to welcome you back for your next visit to Big Island. Mahalo."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique home on a lovely plot of land. Lots of birds, plants, and geckos around the property. The home has everything you need and is a convenient launching point to explore the east side of the island. Less than an hour to Kilauea where we were lucky enough to see a fountain episode. I love quirky houses with a story, this one used to be a water tank that has been built out. Take a morning dip in the hot tub then have breakfast on the lanai. Traffic to and from Hilo can be backed up quite a bit during rush hours, so plan accordingly. You won’t regret renting this fun property. Do it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Totally awesome!

Such a funky and gorgeous place in an old water tank. Comfortable and well stocked, great hot tub. Love the AC. If you can figure out what light switch belongs to which light on your first night, you get a prize!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2022
From the owners: "Aloha Jhan, we're thrilled that you appreciate the unique charm of a repurposed jungle paradise! Mahalo!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent unique hideaway

This was just the right amount of funky in this spot. It's a very unusual house in a quiet (except for the local wildlife) area. Layout is weird but workable. The kitchen had all the basics for cooking, tons of linens in the bath, "smart" TV (bring your logins). It's 2 miles from the main road, so stop by the grocery store first. And bonus friendly kitty from next door!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2025
Shared from the owner: "Aloha Nicolette, many thanks for sharing your review—we’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay! As you noted, the home is truly one of a kind, having been featured on HGTV after a skilled shipwright transformed a redwood water tower into a distinctive and charming retreat. Nestled on two acres beside a nature preserve, the setting offers peaceful seclusion, where birdsong fills the day and evenings bring a chorus of frogs and breathtaking stargazing.We look forward to welcoming you back on your next Big Island adventure. Mahalo!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little paradise..

We had an amazing stay. The property is beautiful, the house was perfect for us.. we woke up to the sounds of birds and rain.. the sun peeking in through the 360 windows on the top floor, went to sleep to the sounds of nature.. Thom was amazing, had great insight on the island and it’s happenings. Super friendly and answered all our questions. A+++ We will be back for sure!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2022
From the owner: "Aloha Jenn, It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay at this little corner of paradise. Thom is stellar, and we will forward your appreciation of his help. Looking forward to welcoming you for future visits. Mahalo!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun and funky retreat

We really enjoyed the funky fun location and architecture. There was everything we needed in terms of kitchen supplies and linens. We were there in late August and there is no AC but lots of fans so It was pretty hot and humid. Just be prepared. We slept better when we threw the sheets in the dryer for a few minutes just before going to bed. The hot tub on the lanai is lovely! And the private jungle location is lots of fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2024
From the owner: "Aloha Audrey,It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your stay! I hope that you helped yourself to some of the organic fruit to be found scattered through the 2 acres as there's usually some lush dessert ready to be harvested throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming you again when you next visit the Big Island. Mahalo!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oasis treehouse

My family of 4 had a lovely experience staying at the Hawaiian Paradise Park. The moment you drive up you are transported into a lush paradise. The property is surrounded with thick tropical vegetation(including fruit trees) and great for your littles to run around. The manager, Thom, is easy to communicate with and offers great local suggestions during your stay. It's like having your very own concierge. If you are looking for a tropical paradise, away from the condos and close to Vocanoes NP and all the fun things in Hilo this place is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2022
From the owners: "Aloha Tiffany, thank you for sharing your experience! We endeavor to provide an environment for happy family memories. Thanks for the shout out to Thom, we will pass on your appreciation. Mahalo!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend

Love, love, love this place! Upon entry, the place was even more whimsical than the listing leads one. There were producing fruit trees in the yard and the garden was so pleasurable to walk through. The king-sized beds were very comfortable and the breeze throughout the house left no need for A/C. The property manager was quick to answer any questions we had and was very attentive and nice. Even though the property seems remote there were stores within a 10-minute drive for last-minute dinner needs. We were graciously granted early check-in and late check-out. We stayed 5 days and it was not enough!! Can't wait to return and stay again. Mahalo nui to our hosts!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2024
From the owner: "Aloha Erica, A'ole pilikia! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and discovered the idiosyncrasies of this unique property. A redwood water tower was repurposed by a talented shipwright who incorporated traditional technology so that the home is cooled naturally, as you observed. There is usually some variety of organic fruit available from the garden. Many thanks for taking the time to write a review and we look forward to welcoming you for your next visit to Big Island. Malama pono!"
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Tropical getaway

Mapquest got us to the house easily. The hosts helped us with everything we needed. We chose the house for the hot tub because my husband has chronic back pain and hot tub jets help him relax. The hot tub did not have jets that massaged. They just moved the water slightly and only lasted for 5 minutes. That made our stay very difficult for my husband. Also the layout of bathrooms to bedrooms was unusual. All in all we had a good time but not as great as we’d hoped for.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Such a peaceful stay...it rained everyday and the birds drove me crazy but that was what made it charming...had trouble finding it but thom came to find us and saved the day...everything u needed was here..it was not overall clean however the bedding was neat..plz clean under the mat in the bathtub..and pillows in the living room made it kinda funky smelling..the hottub was not able to be used we bought a test kit but didn't want to mess with it..overall we would come back..
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This property is truly an oasis- if you are looking for an extremely quiet tranquil location to relax and use as a home base to explore the east side of the big island this is a great option. Thom the property manager is terrific and local and very knowledgeable about the area and had a lot of great suggestions! This place also had A/C which was great for cooling off after a hot day of hiking and exploring. The kitchen was well appointed with all you need to make your own meals which I will say is how we roll and there is no delivery in the area and most restaurants are in the towns about 10-15 minutes away. There is a beach about 5 minute drive away that’s very private- not a huge white sand but small black sand beach- also a very cool area to explore at end of street where the lava flow took over the landscape. We had a great stay for 5 days here and would definitely suggest it to anyone looking to get away!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2022
From the owner: "Aloha Kevin, We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to this corner of paradise and had an opportunity to explore the area! Will pass on your appreciation to Thom. Mahalo!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun House, Perfect Location

This was such a fun place to stay! The location was perfect to access any of the Hilo side attractions with fairly short drives to any of them. I felt like I was staying in the middle of the rain forest. Yes, the frogs, birds, and rain on the roof were noticeable at night, but I loved listening to them and just threw my ear plugs in when I was ready to sleep. The house was stocked with anything you may forget (toiletries, shower stuff, kitchen essentials, beach gear) and there were plenty of towels and bedding for everyone. We picked oranges, mandarins, and lemons off the trees and they were better than anything you'd get at the grocery store! This property was build in the early '80's so don't expect everything to be perfect. It was clean and cute and the perfect place to relax after a long day of sight seeing. Thom, the property manager, was in touch with me the day before we arrived and gave wonderful recommendations for things to do and was always quick to respond if I had any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2022
Shared from the owner: Aloha Suzy, We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! It's always great to hear that Thom can help guests make the most of their visit. It's also gratifying when guests help us out by picking the fruit trees! Mahalo!
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