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Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling!

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Enjoy this incredible Beach just steps away from the building.
The primary bedroom has ocean views and distant wave sounds. Wonderful Tradewinds keep the condo cool.
A deep beautiful pool is yours to enjoy.
A dedicated workspace just in case.
A full kitchen where you will enjoy making home style meals. Pots, pans, and all the dishes and utensils you need.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Onekahakaha Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Richardson's Ocean Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling!

Summary:

Treat yourself to timeless Old Hawai‘i elegance. This bright and breezy 4th-floor oceanfront 2-bedroom condo—with secure elevator access—offers stunning garden and ocean views as your front-row seat to paradise. Perfectly perched above the turquoise waters of Carlsmith Beach Park, enjoy refreshing trade winds and the soothing sounds of the sea. Imagine: unwind in the heated pool, lounge on the sun deck, or stroll through private gated access to the beach.



The Space:

Sleep to wave sounds and wake up to vibrant rainbows arching over the Pacific. Unwind again at sunset as Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa glow in the distance—all from the comfort of your private lanai.



Excellent natural light and cooling trade winds



Fully equipped custom kitchen with granite countertops and everything you need to make home style meals



Smart TV with streaming capabilities



Covered lanai with oceanfront lounging



Bathroom with tub-shower



Peaceful ambiance year-round



🌴 Amenities & Location:



Private gated access to Carlsmith Beach Park and scenic trails to Lalakea Ponds



Easy walking distance to Kealoha and Richardson’s Beaches



Onsite swimming pool and library at the Mauna Loa Shores complex



Shared laundry facility conveniently located near the secured elevator



Just 10 minutes from downtown Hilo and Hilo International Airport



Whether you're here to snorkel with sea turtles, explore East Hawai‘i’s lush coastline, or simply relax to the sound of the waves, this oceanfront escape offers an unforgettable island experience.



Guest Access:

Guests have full access to all building amenities.



The Neighborhood:

Your stay is set in the heart of Hilo, the Big Island’s charming and laid-back east side. This isn’t the resort scene — it’s authentic Hawaiʻi. Wake to the sound of coqui frogs and tropical rain showers that give the island its lush gardens and waterfalls. Within minutes, you can stroll along Hilo Bay, browse the Hilo Farmers Market for local fruit and crafts, or enjoy island-roasted coffee at a café downtown.

The neighborhood blends peaceful residential streets with the natural beauty of Wailoa River State Recreation Area, nearby beaches like Carlsmith (right outside the door), Richardson Ocean Park, and Onekahakaha, and easy access to volcano adventures at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (about 45 minutes away).

By night, the air cools, the sky fills with stars, and you’ll feel what locals call the “old Hawaiʻi” rhythm — calm, friendly, and unhurried. Hilo is the perfect home base to explore waterfalls, black-sand beaches, lava tubes, and all the hidden gems of the Big Island’s east coast.



Getting Around:

A car is recommended to explore the island. Uber and Lift are possible to and from the Airport.



Other Things to Note:

In the Hawaiian Tradition, please remove shoes when entering.



Interaction with Guests:

From the moment you arrive, we full respect your privacy but are never more than a message away if you need anything.

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About the area

Hilo

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Keaukaha, a neighbourhood in Hilo. Palace Theater and S. Hata Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Wailoa Center. Pacific Tsunami Museum and East Hawaii Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Verna's Drive In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ken's House of Pancakes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sakura - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Lunch Shop - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were welcoming, provided great instructions for check-in and checkout, and ensured we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amanda s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly hosts and great follow up! Thank you for a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken and Clarisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was beautiful. And the ocean amazing. The owners were very kind and responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LBH S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here while we were in Hilo. The condo was very clean nicely, decorated, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, and a beautiful view of the ocean and lush vegetation. The host was very welcoming and responsive and gave very clear instructions for getting in and out the unit. We will definitely stay here again my next trip to Hilo.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Desirea A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we vacation we don’t spend much time in the places we rent. With that being said, our time spent in the condo was everything we needed. Location to the water was perfect, couldn’t be any closer. Communication with owners was fast and on point. Had one concern with parking, but was taken care of in a timely manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oh my goodness such a wonderful and peaceful place!!! Relaxing, clean and fun place! Near the amazing cove, so fun to hang out in. So relaxing! Recovering from cancer and this was amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The instructions were clear on handing over and closing .Hosts were helpful and welcoming. Home was in good condition and presentable . We thank the host for making it a memorable trip for us at Hilo.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ethan G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location with convenient ocean access, and easy parking near the elevator—definitely the highlights of the stay. However, cleanliness was an issue. The bed sheets were visibly dirty upon arrival, the toilet was also dirty, there was hair in the shower, and spiders in several ceiling corners.The host was responsive, replaced the sheets the next day, and issued a refund for the cleaning fee, which we appreciated. With better attention to cleaning, this would be a much stronger stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location of the condo was nice - right at Carlsbad Beach. However, it is not a private beach as stated in the listing, but a public beach that was quite crowded. The condo was clean but it is quite dated. Many of the pots and pans were old and scratched, there was an oven pan that was so caked with previous residual from whatever was baked on it, it was unusable. One bedroom faces the ocean and you have the ocean sounds at night, but the second bedroom faces the street and it was so loud at night, my son had difficulty sleeping. The hosts were responsive - we had an issue with parking and they cleared it up quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paula C.

Liked: Communication, location
Pool was not heated. Sliding door screen wouldn’t stay on the track - it was missing a wheel. No grab bars for safety getting out of bathtub/shower. Never understood how to watch Xumo or FireTV. Aside from that we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Hawaii
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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