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Pali Hale - Hawai'i Oceanfront Experience

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View from yard, up the coast to the right
Sunrise at Pali Hale
Relax the days away at Pali Hale
view from yard, up the coast to left
View from the lanai

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Hobby Garden Hawaii
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pali Hale - Hawai'i Oceanfront Experience

Pali Hale is your epic oceanfront "home in Hawaii". Pronounced “pah-lee hah-leh”, which in Hawaiian means “Cliff House”, it is the ideal center for all your Island adventures or just relaxing in paradise with breathtaking 180 degree ocean views and sight and sounds of crashing waves in front of you. Just 18mi from Hilo. Two large oceanfront master suites, two spacious oceanfront living rooms & views from every corner of the house. Did we mention the views?

Pali Hale is one of the most popular and recommended Vacation Rentals on the Hawai'i coast. Many of our guests return year after year to Pali Hale, their own oceanfront "home away from home in Hawaii".

The House
Three bedrooms and three and half baths with two separate oceanfront master suites each with their own private bath offer spectacular ocean views and lanai access. Both master bedrooms and the garden bedroom also have new "Tempur-pedic" breeze cool gel-style mattresses for your comfort during your stay. A spacious 2nd family room also offers ocean views, a queen futon, and lanai access with an adjoining full bathroom which is shared by the 3rd bedroom which offers a queen bed with garden views and ocean peeks through the living area. A large kitchen with new modern appliances and a full laundry room provide all the conveniences of home right on your own oceanfront oasis. See and hear the ocean waves crashing against the famous Puna lava cliffs, from every corner of the house.

300mbps WIFI Internet access, 300 channels HD TV, Hi-def movies, and house phone with unlimited United States calling are all included with your stay.

One of the best features to look for in oceanfront living is oceanfront sleeping accommodations, listening to the sound of the waves and waking to spectacular sunrises in the mornings. Not all oceanfront vacation homes have even a single oceanfront bedroom. But Pali Hale offers two spacious oceanfront master bedrooms plus an oceanfront family room with sleeping accommodations. Because Pali Hale uniquely offers multiple oceanfront sleeping accommodations, it is ideal for families, couples, multi-couple, and corporate getaways. But unlike many other properties, at Pali Hale everyone can enjoy the views and experience!

The Nature
You may see and hear whales in front of the house during whale season from November thru May. Spinner dolphins and green turtles (Honu) can be spotted in the surf in front of the house year round. We have a rare Nene family who typically fly in and stroll around the yard each day (our Nene family are currently on vacation, but you are likely to see others around the neighborhood each day). We have geckos around the property who love to come out and sun and Coqui rainforest tree frogs who love to sing at night providing the perfect tropical backdrop against the sound of crashing waves.

Guest Assistance
Pali Hale is our treasured 2nd home in paradise and we are excited to share it with you and hope it makes your stay on the Big Island extra special. Bo and I are available by phone, text, and email for questions, island advice, and help. Our caretaker lives close by and is also available for hire to help you book activities or tour the island.

We also provide you with island and puna area guides with our personal recommendations to island activities and local dining and shopping. You don't have to worry about finding a good place to eat :)

Payment schedule option: We are able to accept bookings for your stay in 2 or 3 payments upon request.

Note: If you would like multi-payment option, do not instant book, instead please put in a booking inquiry and let us know you would like 2 or 3 payments, and we will adjust the payment schedule before we approve the booking inquiry.

The neighborhood
Activities at Pali Hale include - spectacular gorgeous sunrises, whale watching (during season typically end of Nov thru end of April - peak is Jan/Feb/Mar), green turtles and dolphin spotting, cliff front fishing (caution and care must be taken near cliff edges), and just relaxing the days away on either of the two lanais.

Rates:
Rates are based on # of guests staying.

Standard Season Rates:
2 Guests: $299/nt ($399/nt High Season)
4 Guests: $399/nt ($499/nt High Season)
6 Guests: $499/nt ($599/nt High Season)

The base rate shown on VRBO is for 2 persons and the add'l fee per each add'l guest over 2 - up to 6 guests maximum - is shown in the details under host fees/add'l guests. To book a stay, set your dates and the # of guests that will be checking in and staying. Children under 2yrs old are not counted in total # guests. The house is prepared for the # of guests on the booking. The number of guests checking in must not exceed the number of guests on the booking. Contact us if you need to add add'l guests to your booking prior to check-in.

Early Check-in or Late Check-out:
Since we reopened after Covid shutdown, our cleaning staff has added add'l prep time to facilitate more strict vacation rental guidelines regarding sanitization procedures and requires more buffer time between guests, so we are less likely to be able to accommodate early check-ins and late check-outs or early luggage drop-offs at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding this.

Amenities
- 300mbps WIFI Internet access
- 300 channels HD TV w/Hi-def movies
- Ukulele with online lessons
- House landline phone with unlimited free Island and Mainland USA calling
- Laundry room with full size (new) washer and dryer
- Full kitchen with cooking supplies and new appliances
- Keurig Coffee Maker + Classic Grinder/Drip machine for grinding/brewing your own Kona beans
- UV filtered whole house water, plus Brita filtered pitcher
- Propane Outdoor BBQ Grill (on request)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Folding beach and camping chairs

Some recommended items to bring
-Water shoes - for walking on lava cliffs, reefs, tidepools, black sand beaches
-Rain poncho - sudden showers can happen anytime, also waterfall spray, and wet caves
-Umbrella (you may also use ours)
-Hiking shoes/boots - for hiking to active lava flows, hiking into some waterfalls, and remote beaches
-Snorkel, Mask, and Fins (you may also use ours but most guests like to at least use their own snorkels)
-Underwater camera
-Binoculars - Whale Spotting, Close up of Lava/Volcano calderas, Birds

Maximum # of Persons in House: Per County of Hawaii STVR Standards, Pali Hale may accommodate a family of two or more related persons (maximum 8), or a group of up to 5 un-related persons/friends. No parties or events are allowed to be held at Pali Hale. Nightly Rates shown are for 1 or 2 guests staying overnight, an add'l fee applies to rate for each add'l guest checking over 2 (up to 6 guests max).

Short Term Vacation Rental Permits: STVR-19-355441, NUC-19-789

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About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Pahoa Museum - 19 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 23 min drive - 26.5 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Nicky's Mobile Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay was great location and the views are amazing. We loved the abundance of beach gear and towels. Kitchen had plenty of cookware for making meals. House was clean and beds were comfortable. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the ocean was outstanding!!! Possibly the best view in Hawaii from your back porch. Staying near Hilo was calm and convenient to the National Park and Mauna Kea and only a couple hours from everywhere else on the island! The hosts were so welcoming and hospitable!! I would highly recommend that anyone who wants to have a magical experience in Hawaii to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout, the view, the welcoming host
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, all necessary amenities and more! Host very responsive to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is outstanding! The house is on a cliff overlooking the ocean with the waves right below. We’ve returned many times, and consider it one of our favorite places to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! The host was incredibly helpful and communicative from day one. The house is perfectly designed, offering ocean views from every room including the bathrooms. The covered balconies were a highlight, making it easy to enjoy the waves even in the rain.A few things to note for future guests:Accessibility: The stairs to the house and main area are non-standard and require some physical effort to navigate.Windows & Air: Some windows are stuck due to salt air, but plenty of others work, and the fans provide great airflow.Sensitivities: The home had many scented plug-ins active upon arrival. If you have allergies, you may want to unplug them immediately.Location: It’s a secluded 5-6 miles from town. We recommend stocking up at Walmart before arriving, as prices are much better than Foodland.This is a beautiful, quiet retreat—perfect if you're looking to stay in and relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. The view was spectacular.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely one of the best properties I’ve ever stayed at!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

Mother Son vaca

The house is amazing, very well stocked with everything you need. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great property

Nice house in a beautiful spot. Location a little inconvenient to amenities but overall a great property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, wonderful, amazing stay on the lava cliffs. House had everything we needed - many many appliances, common spices, coffee (coffee, pods and filters), welcome snacks, beach chairs, plentiful beach towels, snorkel gear, cooler, etc. Lania views were priceless. Host went above and beyond to help us get where we needed to go when we needed to go for viewing of the active volcano. Sea turtles, dolphins and nenes did not disappoint. Convenient location for a ton of fun activities on the Hilo side of the island. Don’t hesitate. It’s truly wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

Beautiful location!

The property's location was perfect for visiting the Puna area, local waterfalls & Hawaii Volcano National Park. The setting is quiet and the view is incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Wow, what spectacular views!

Welcoming, beautiful, comfortable, well designed and welcoming home! From walking in and having a welcoming basket filled with many island favorites, property owners/managers offering suggestions for area eateries and activities, to the most spectacular views!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Amazing waves!

Beautiful views from every room!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, beautiful house, beautiful location! The house had many amenities that helped make our stay enjoyable including fishing rods, hiking poles, beach towels. A lot of time and love was put into this rental house, making it feel like a home for our stay. The waves crashing on the black cliffs right out the back door made sitting on the patio for morning coffee feel luxurious and peaceful. The owner, Mike, was great at communicating and had many helpful tips for things to do in the area, including letting us know of current volcano eruption. We hope to come back and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

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

Beautiful & peaceful

Beautiful home right on the Oceanside cliffs. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood approx 30 min SE from Hilo and conveniently located near Volcano National Park. Comfortable amenities and we were welcomed with a generous snack basket and Hawaiian music.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel M.

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

Beautiful, Peaceful Getaway!

Beautiful home, in a wonderful neighborhood with lots of charm. We enjoyed being right on the water and the sounds of the waves hitting the rocks…very peaceful. The house is quite large & could easily accommodate a family/group of 10. There were only 2 of us, but the host was very gracious and left a wonderful treat basket to greet us too! My biggest struggle was no AC…although there were lots of fans, but I get overheated easily. It’s a small fix to add AC to at least the bedrooms and problem solved. Overall, we definitely enjoyed our stay, made great memories, and we’d love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

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

Rigjt on the Surf!

Beautiful location. The faint sound of surf pounding on the rocks was such a wondeful soundscape to our time here. Very welcoming hosts, great facilities, terrific communication. Convenient washer and dryer. Could not have asked for a better 1st impression of Hawai'i! You will not regret booking this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

It’s a beautiful house in a really safe neighborhood

Renting was easy. The owners were cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Peaceful stay in Paradise Park

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely home in Paradise Park. It’s very peaceful and the views are spectacular. The home was very comfortable, well stocked and had everything we needed for a great stay. The added extras were very much appreciated!! The hosts were exceptional with great communication and information on everything to do and see in the area. We would love to stay again on our next visit. Thank you very much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

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

Heavenly!

Hale Pale was fantastic! The views were excellent, and we had every thing we needed for an awesome stay on the East side. Appreciated their guidebook very much!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tayler K.

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

Excellent Stay Excellent Hosts

We had a variety of ages in our family and we all loved staying at Mike and Bo's home. They responded within in minutes with any questions and had mountains of suggestions. Thank you both!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2020
Aloha Tayler! Thanks for being great guests and taking great care of the house, leaving clean and orderly. Was a pleasure to host you and your family over Christmas. We're so glad you all had a wonderful holiday at Pali Hale. Mahalo nui loa, Mike
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Pali Hale is THE place to stay near Hilo

The house is beautifully laid out. The full lanais on both floors are wonderful. The kitchen is fully equipped. The view is outstanding. The host is exceptional. We've made our reservations for next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

great place to stay

Great house. Easily and comfortably houses a family. Picturesque view. We saw many sea turtles; a little too late in the season to see whales (late March). All the accessories you will need: beach towels, scuba equipment, umbrellas, binoculars, and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Stephanie, Mahalo nui loa. We love watching turtles and Nenes, so glad you were able to enjoy. Hope you'll come back and visit again. Mike & Bo
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10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Idyllic!

We so enjoyed this spacious home and the incredible views. There were only two of us but it would be ideal for 2 or 3 couples. The hosts have readily available an abundance of beach supplies, books and games, binoculars, and outdoor seating. This was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
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