Hale Balleja: Modernist Masterpiece, *Special $99nt/ $675wk!

• Best location on the big island

  Best location on the big island

  • Guest David
  • Date of stay 11/10/12
  • Review Submitted 11/23/12
  Not only is the house beautifully designed, tastefully decorated with many lovely African and glass art pieces, and gorgeously landscaped (the photos don't do this part justice), but it is literally across the street from and excellent view of the coastline and setting sun, and just a 5 minute walk to a very pretty black sand swimming beach. And if that isn't enough, it's only 5 miles to the end of the road for (potential) nightly lava viewing, 15 minutes to Pohala with plenty of restaurants and a great small supermarket with an excellent poke counter, a few minutes further than that to the best farmers market (Sun) on the island (6 papayas for $1!), and only 40 minutes to the "big" city of Hilo with lots of great restaurants and shops. And if that's not enough, there are a number of other unusual swimming options within 15-20 minutes including natural and man made ocean side pools which are heated volcanically to varying degrees, and tide pools with some of the most amazing snorkeling (like 9 colors of coral) I've ever seen. And all this costs far less than you'd pay for a cramped, mediocre hotel room. The only question that remains for us is when are we coming back.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Great house, as good as the photos!

  Great house, as good as the photos!

  • Guest John&Michelle
  • Date of stay 10/30/12
  • Review Submitted 11/08/12
  I have been coming to the BI for the last 8 years. This was my first stay in the Puna district. Can't wait to return! The house has everything you want and is in a very state of repair. Will book again next year.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Can't go wrong with this place!

  Can't go wrong with this place!

  • Guest Abigail R.
  • Date of stay 08/15/12
  • Review Submitted 08/27/12
  My friend and I stayed at Hale Balleja for a week near the end of August and absolutely loved it. We spent our first week near Kona so it was nice to be away from the hustle. The house is better then the pictures, a true modern masterpiece. Make sure to go grocery shopping before you arrive (this house is a bit out of the way). Enjoy taking it easy in Puna - hit up the beach, lay on the deck and read, cook delish meals and just relax and take it all in. Hands down would return again and have already recommended this place to many friends.

  Owner response: Aloha Abigail, Many Mahalos for your kind words. It was a pleasure to have shared our little slice of paradise with you. Looking forward to your return visit. Warmest Aloha & A Hoi Hou, juan

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• Hale Balleja Happiness

  Hale Balleja Happiness

  • Guest Eileen
  • Date of stay 05/19/12
  • Review Submitted 06/10/12
  We enjoyed 4 wonderful days at this magical property. It was well provided in every way, even to condiments and the like. The photos give very accurate representation of the property, which was very well-maintained and clean. Juan guided us to the area just across the road which is well hidden from the road and we spent some happy hours there watching the waves and generally relaxing. We did not go far away from this area. We went to Kalapana to the lava overlook and enjoyed talking to the knowledgeable people there about the lava flows and current life in that area. Pahoa was fine for supermarket shopping and Alahunai warm pond was blissful. Would definitely recommend to others.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Serenity Now

  Serenity Now

  • Guest ron c.
  • Date of stay 01/17/12
  • Review Submitted 01/20/12
  My partner and I are at the airport heading home to NYC after a fantastic stay at Hale Balleja. This has to be the best deal in all of Hawaii. The home is stylish, comfortable and the Puna District is exactly what you think Hawaii should be. It may not be for everyone (no TV, cell reception is spotty but the Internet was 100% reliable), but if you want to be off the grid in the best way possible and have a chance to connect with the "real" Hawaii", you're going to love Hale Balleja. A bit of insider information that Juan, the property manager passed on to us was that the local community gathers on Wednesday night for what I can only describe as a modern luau. Tons of food, great local music, people dancing, local artist. It was the friendliest group of people we've met in a very long time. Of all the things we did on our trip (which covered Kauai, Maui, and The Big Island), this was my favorite. Hawaii is a wonderful place and we felt the Puna District and Hale Balleja are incredibly special.

  Owner response: Many Mahalos for your kind words:) It's so wonderful when people discover, and get the magic of Puna. I know you will be back..and we and Hale Balleja will be waiting. A Hoi Hou!

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• Beautiful home in a beautiful neighborhood

  Beautiful home in a beautiful neighborhood

  • Guest hanna w.
  • Date of stay 07/09/11
  • Review Submitted 07/22/11
  We loved our stay at the Hale Balleja. The house was beautiful and clean (just as described), and the neighborhood was also wonderful as it's close to the ocean and an amazing lava pool (our favorite part of the trip). The black sand beach is very close, but the tides are rough so I'd stick to sun bathing, rather than swimming. A brief hike from the house will lead you to the most amazing view of the ocean. It's about an hour to the Volcano park, 20 minutes to Pahoa (great farmer's market on weekends) and 40 minutes to Hilo. There is no air conditioning, but it is quite cool in the evening so no need for it really. We stayed in Kona afterwards, but we kept thinking about Hale Balleja. Juan and Larry were also great to work with. Thank you for a wonderful stay! We hope to return some day.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway.

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• • Guest Alex and Dean
  • Date of stay 08/27/06
  • Review Submitted 08/27/06
  We really enjoyed our stay at Hale Balleja during our recent visit to Hawaii's Puna district. Beautiful views of the ocean and surrounding area, proximity to black sand beaches and the striking architecture of Hale Balleja make this a memorable place to stay.

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*Ask about our speical rate of $99 per night/$675 weekly* (Summer Months Only)
Nightly Rate for 1-2 People (3 Night Minimun Stay Required). 
Rental Rates...$115 to $135/Night...$775 to $900/Week...$3150/Month
Rates Do Not Include, Hotel State Tax, $90 Cleaning Fee + $35 Damage Wavier Fee.
$200 Security Deposit Required.
Refund and Cancellation Policies Availble Upon Request.
Please emal or call for details.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Sorry this information is not available. Please contact the owner/manager for more information.