Spectacular outdoor adventures await when you stay at the ‘Hale Ho'okipa,’ a peaceful vacation rental in Keaau. Complete with an outdoor pool, deck, and 1-acre yard, this apartment offers an authentic Hawaiian experience far from resorts. Explore Kaumana Caves, take in the stunning beauty of Rainbow Falls, or explore the wonders of Volcanoes National Park. After hitting Hilo’s black sand beaches and in-season whale watching, you'll love ending each day at this 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom getaway!
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Paradise Cliffs (4 miles), Makuʻu Point (5 miles), Wailuku River State Park (16 miles), Rainbow Falls (16 miles), Kaumana Caves (18 miles), Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (28 miles), Nahuku - Thurston Lava Tube (29 miles), whale watching, surfing, swimming ATTRACTIONS: Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens (11 miles), Imiloa Astronomy Center (14 miles), Liliʻuokalani Gardens (14 miles), Blue Hawaiian Helicopters (15 miles), Pacific Tsunami Museum (15 miles) HIT THE BEACH: Onekahakaha Beach Park (15 miles), Carlsmith Beach Park (16 miles), Richardson Ocean Park (17 miles) AIRPORT: Hilo International Airport (15 miles)
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- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This single-story unit offers step-free entry through the patio from the parking area - NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate upstairs unit, and may be on-site during your stay. There is a separate entrance to the apartment and every effort is made to maintain privacy - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM - NOTE: The property is on a water catchment system that catches rainwater for cooking, baths, and washing. A recently installed filtration system allows the water to be used for all purposes. There is a Brita water filter in the refrigerator for filtering drinking water. Guests may opt to bring their own bottled drinking water
HAWAII COUNTY RESTRICTIONS: - Quiet hours shall be from 9:00pm to 8:00am, during which time the noise from the rental shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors - Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area - Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated onsite parking area - The STVR (short term vacation rental) shall not be used for commercial purposes
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Keaau
Located in Keaau, this apartment is by the sea. University Theater and Imiloa Astronomy Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Hobby Garden Hawaii, or check out an event or a game at Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium.
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 25 min drive - 24.6 km
Hilo Shopping Center - 26 min drive - 25.7 km
Port of Hilo - 30 min drive - 30.3 km
Getting around
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Bite The Eye - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Black Rock Cafe - 14 min drive
Burger King - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck!?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck! on 4 June 2026 start from AU$153, 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.
Is Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck! located?
This family-friendly Keaau apartment building is located by the sea, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center. Lava Tree State Monument and Pahoa Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our second stay and it was just as amazing as the first time! Suzie and Lester are treasures that will make your stay so comfortable, you will remember it forever.
Chloe
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Mahalo Chloe for such a wonderful review and kind words! It was a delight to host you again. We always want to provide positive experiences for the people that choose to stay at our place. Hope to see you again!
Friendly hosts, spacious accommodations, and lovely yard
Brian R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for the lovely review, Brian. We enjoyed meeting you both and fellowshipping together a bit. We would love to have you come again sometime."
We highly recommend this property for its beauty, convenience to Hilo for the Merrie Monarch Festival, and gracious aloha spirit of hosts Susie and Lester. A wonderful 4 night stay!
Catherine V.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
From the owner: "Thank you, Cathy for a lovely review. We truly enjoyed getting to know the two of you and vicariously enjoying the Merry Monarch festivities. You are welcome back anytime!"
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey
24 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great host couple, they were friendly and helpful. The space was clean and well maintained. The A/C worked well and allowed for comfortable sleeping. We enjoyed walking the property.
Jeffrey
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from Keaau Apartment on Beautiful Acre w/ Pool & Deck! on 30 July 2025
Thank you, Jeffery for the lovely review. We enjoyed meeting you both, and we are glad we could play a small part in making your anniversary trip enjoyable. You were great guests and you are certainly welcome back anytime.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marianna & family
18 Oct 2025
If you thinking about- do it
We really enjoyed our stay in Susies and Les House. The both are so wonderful people and the house is full of little nice details. You also find all the little stuff for a wonderful stay. (herbs, oil, sauces, shampoo, books, cooling boxes for the beach, also a Flashlight for visiting the lava tubes and so much more) We are on a world travel tour - so we have not so many things with us, but we missed absolutely nothing. Mahalo
Marianna & family
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Aloha Marianna and Gerfried and Ben and Cataleya! Thank you so much for taking time to write such a wonderful review while you continue on your world travel tour. What an amazing experience you are giving the children....and yourselves! We are so glad we could be part of that experience... and a positive part. As hosts we want our guests to feel completely at home and equipped with things they need as they explore the Big Island. You were excellent guests, and we really enjoyed chatting with you and hearing about your travels. A hui hou! (until we meet again)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marianna & family
13 Oct 2025
If you thinking about - do it
We really enjoyed our stay in Susies and Les House. The both are so wonderful people and the house is full of little nice details. You also find all the little stuff for a wonderful stay. (herbs, oil, sauces, shampoo, books, cooling boxes for the beach, also a Flashlight for visiting the lava tubes and so much more) We are on a world travel tour - so we have not so many things with us, but we missed absolutely nothing. Mahalo
Marianna & family
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael
31 Aug 2024
A great place to stay, with great hosts!
Our family really enjoyed our stay here. The unit is really nice, the property is absolutely beautiful, and the hosts were super helpful too. We especially loved having breakfast on the deck. We’ll stay again for sure.
This peaceful property is accurately listed, with wonderful hosts. It suited our needs for the Hilo side of our trip to the Big Island.
Chris V.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott
1 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lester and Susie were great! Very accommodating and super friendly! Highly recommend and will tell people about this great apartment on the big island! Mahalo!
This property has a beautiful property and garden. The place is nice and bright and has everything that you need for a comfortable stay and vacation. The outside shared deck was lovely to eat breakfast and dinner at. My kids loved the geckos everywhere and tried to find the frogs that sing at night.
Jessica C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2025
From the owner: "Thank you, Jessica, for the lovely review. So glad you enjoyed the place as you explored the east side of the Big Island. And very cool that your kids enjoyed hunting for the “wildlife” on the property. You are certainly welcome back anytime!"
My family of four stayed at this property and we had a wonderful time. The owners were very receptive and friendly and we look forward to staying at their property again on future visit. God bless them.
Susie and Lester are super nice. Love the neighborhood. Paradise cliff is just a short drive and we were super lucky to see two humpback whales from the cliff.
Shiwu Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2024
From the owner: "We very much enjoyed meeting you both and we're absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your stay and got to see some whales as the season had just begun. You were great guests, and we would welcome you back, anytime."
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary
27 May 2025
Calm and relaxing Hawaii experience
We have stayed at this lovely place multiple times. The apartment has everything needed for a short term stay whether it's one night, a week or more. The yard is full of beautiful local plants and a delightful covered deck to sit and relax and take in the scenery. The hosts are amazing! They're welcoming and it's clear they are attentive to detail and are able to provide information about all the things available to do and see on the Hilo side of the big island. We highly recommend you experience aloha here!
A lovely property closer to Hilo and Volcanoes National Park. The zen back yard was my favorite part!
Stephen F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cedric
20 Apr 2024
Cozy home
We enjoyed our stay at this location. The homeowners are very friendly and extremely accommodating. The location is great and met all our expectations. The home is clean and upkept. I highly recommend this location.
Susie and Lester’s place was perfect! They had everything we needed, very clean, and comfortable. Most importantly they were the best hosts. We look forward to our next trip and will absolutely stay here again!
Melissa G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carlos
6 July 2023
House of Hospitality
It was our first time in Hilo and their place but they were so accommodating and warm that we felt at home immediately!
This property was everything you could ask for and more. Nestled in a beautiful garden this property was a short drive from the National park and Hilo. Hosts were amazing and always responsive. Definitely coming back again
The hosts were lovely. Their property and gardens are gorgeous. They offered many tips on how to make the most of our time in Hilo. We'll definitely be back.
Tiffany B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Yuko
6 July 2024
Pleasant through and through
This place was just perfect for us with the lovely hosts, a clean apartment in a nice location, a beautiful garden, just enough amenities. I loved the hosts' sustainable way of living. Thanks Susie and Lester! I hope to come back someday...
Yuko
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dena
6 July 2023
Amazing hospitality
Susie and Lester are amazing hosts. They were so welcoming and happy to answer all of our questions. The unit was immaculate and well stocked. The garden was beautiful and we were able to pick some fruit and vegetables to cook with. It was a home away from home.
Dena
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Betsy
6 July 2023
Warm Hawaii Hospitality
My sister and I stayed here for a week and loved it. Apartment is clean and had everything needed for our stay.
Our hosts were so kind and such lovely people. I loved early mornings and evenings on the beautiful lanai listening to the birds on their tropical property.
The property was gated and secure. I recommend staying here and plan to return when I come back to the Big Island.
Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations.
From communication, very well maintained, thoughtful details, beautiful property, convenient location, and so much more.
We enjoyed the Well equipped kitchen, and lovely deck with dining table overlooking the garden.
We felt secure in the area and apartment and especially appreciated the gate around property.
We were sorry to leave and definitely would recommend and would love to return!
Melissa P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
6 July 2023
Affordable, Hospitable & Cozy Place
My wife & I stayed here for several nights and enjoyed our time here. Suzie & Lester were so kind & welcoming to us. They were helpful & informative while still giving us our space and never once being intrusive. And their book of recommendations (restaurants, beaches, things to do, etc.) was so helpful as well! You can tell that they have put so much thought & efforts into every aspect of hosting and they do a masterful job of it.