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Maluhia Kahakai unit 111- Swim and Snorkel with Turtles

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Mauna Loa Shores Condominiums
Steps Away - Carlsmith Beach Park
Steps Away - Carlsmith Beach Park
Living Room.
Kitchen and Dining for 4.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Maluhia Kahakai unit 111- Swim and Snorkel with Turtles

Welcome to Maluhia Kahakai - Your Awesome Vacation Rental at the Mauna Loa Shores Condominiums in Hilo, HI!

This recently renovated ground floor, garden view 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo in Hilo is beachfront next to Carlsmith Beach Park where you can swim and snorkel all day every day and get up close to the sea turtles! Your home-away-from-home has everything you need for the perfect getaway or extended vacation. The living room is the perfect place to relax after a long day sight-seeing around the Big Island, with a cable TV, DVD, a DVD library, lots of books and games, and of course cable and unlimited high-speed internet. The kitchen is well-equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, and ideal for making those scrumptious island meals using all the goodies you picked up at the Hilo Farmer's Market. Eat inside at the dining table, or outside on the lanai and let those island breezes take you away. Each bedroom has a comfortable queen bed. The remodeled bathroom is gorgeous. The laundry facility can be located at the end of the corridor. There are complimentary quarters in the jar in the kitchen.

You have access to the shared-use pool on the ground floor.

Maluhia Kahakai has its own hashtag so you can share your fun experiences using #Hilo111 !

Let us know what you'd like to do while on-island -- we have a full concierge service that can help you with all of your vacation needs from tours to couples massages.

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Beds: 2 Queens (and a blowup mattresses for smaller kiddos)
Full Kitchen
Dishwasher
All Cooking Utensils
BBQ Grill – Shared – At Carlsmith Beach Park
Condo Pool
Shared, Coin-Op Laundry Facilities on Every Floor
$5 in Quarters for Laundry for Each Guest Stay
Elevator in the building
Cable TV
High-Speed Internet/Wifi
DVD/CD Player
DVD Library
Books/Games
Linens/Towels Provided
Off Street Designated Parking Space
Great Snorkeling Right Outside!
Many Restaurants Close
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 35 minutes
Hilo Airport - 5 minutes
No air conditioning
No Smoking
No Pets

Exterior Cameras in use monitoring elevators, by walkways, parking lots.

Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.

VRBO/Hawaii Life bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.

STVR-19-358745
NUC-19-1054
TA Tax 060807680001

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-060-807-6800-01, GE-060-807-6800-01

About the area

Hilo

Located on the beach, this condo is in Keaukaha, a neighbourhood in Hilo. Palace Theater and S. Hata Building are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hilo Shopping Center and Hilo Farmers Market. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 7 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 8 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 8 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 11 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Island Candies - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ken's House of Pancakes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Bay Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Verna's Drive In - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Maluhia Kahakai unit 111- Swim and Snorkel with Turtles have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Maluhia Kahakai unit 111- Swim and Snorkel with Turtles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Maluhia Kahakai unit 111- Swim and Snorkel with Turtles?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maluhia Kahakai unit 111- Swim and Snorkel with Turtles?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maluhia Kahakai unit 111- Swim and Snorkel with Turtles located?

Located in Keaukaha, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carlsmith Beach Park, Richardson's Ocean Park and Onekahakaha Beach Park. Keaukaha Beach Park and Port of Hilo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

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

Incredible Place

Absolutely perfect place to stay. Don't hesitate, just book it. The perfect little cove is just steps away from the property. Beautiful bay.Com
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parker C.

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

Great Hideaway

Filled with all the amenities you need, this relaxful stay was one of the highlights of our trip. Right next to a wonderful park as well!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca S.

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

Great Place!

Had a great one week stay here! Grounds and condo were clean, fully stocked kitchen supplies, and close to the best beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V.

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

Perfect location!

Wonderful vacation, very clean and quiet condo with thoughtful snorkel equipment left for guest usage. Would love to come back and stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Casey H.

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

Swim with turtles!

The description and past reviews are accurate, it's an older condo and not exactly luxury accommodations, but the condo was comfortable and had everything we needed in a two bedroom place. And being able to walk out through the back gate pretty much right into the water at Carlsmith beach with snorkel and fins in hand was really wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie W.

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

Nice property

Really affordable nice place near great kids beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

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

Great spot in Hilo

Well equipped and clean and even had quarters for the laundry. Thanks for a great place to stay right on the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Heidi C.

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

Hilo

The hosts were very responsive. It was great being right next to the beach where we could swim and snorkel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

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

Comfy condo close to specatular views

Sea turtles, sun, jungle, and sea at your fingertips. Great family friendly area, minutes from downtown. We loved being close to Carmichael Park; saw a sea turtle the first day. Kids loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickey F., Mount Airy, Maryland USA

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

Fantastic Stay in Keaukaha!

My family love, love, loved our stay! The condo was perfect for the four of us and we enjoyed being so close to Four Mile and Richardson's Beach Park. We also enjoyed the wonderful books in the condo.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karol R.

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

Hilo Condo

This property was a fantastic place to stay. It was right next door to a beautiful beach that had turtles.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vi K.

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

Nice place in Hilo

Great location right next to the beach, clean, had all the amenities. Kitchen/bathrooms seem recently renovated. We had a nice time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay. Excellent location and the room was very nice. Excellent support on our key issues

Very good. Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R.

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

Snorkel with the turtles

We had a fabulous time. In spite of no A/C, we were quite comfortable the entire time. The living room sofa could have been more comfortable, but the kitchen was clean and well equipped. The shower was FABULOUS!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moriah H.

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

Pool and beach!

Clean and convenient. Beach access through the back gate. Sea turtles at the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Jade D.

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

Cute beach condo

This condo was charming and very conveniently located by the beach. Check-in and checkout were very easy and the condo had comfortable rooms. I would suggest providing better toilet paper (not one-ply).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Tee H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dingy but great lication

Great location essentially on Carlsmith beach, but was quite dingy/not very clean. Towels smelled terrible and sour like they’d been left in a washer for a couple days and then hung to dry in the humid air. Beds were moderately comfortable though the pillows were awful. Seemed somewhat dishonest to describe the unit as “recently renovated.” The kitchen was on the newer side but terribly done, tile was stick-on with no caulking and bugs were collecting along the bottom of it where it met the counter. Appliances were not high-end as described, but new and worked well. The bathroom looked as though the tile was recently redone, but the light switch was filthy, paint and plaster were in poor shape and the door was grubby, with paint chipping all along the bottom. Bathroom vanity fixture had lightbulbs of different colors.The remote to the Roku didn’t work and the sofa/chairs were very stiff and uncomfortable in part because the cushions don’t attach and continuously slip off the frame. We didn’t spend much time in the apartment though, which is why I was willing to let things go.Was annoyed that we had to jump through hoops to fill out insurance paperwork prior to the booking being accepted.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Good place for Hilo first-timer

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good experience with nice location close to water and known public beach/swimming/picnic/snorkeling area. The apartment is equipped for all beach activities. Ample space, private, quiet. Building manager very helpful. Nice, friendly atmosphere around the building. The two-bedroom unit isn't luxurious, but adequate. Docoratig/furniture could stand some updating, also linens. There was annoying cooking odor that lingered, probably due to high humidity in Hilo area. Nice atmosphere at the condo complex.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location!

Jolanta was fabulous! She answered all my calls and was so helpful. They were fixing a water leak so there was a bit of noise and water shut offs, but overall the condo was well equipped and in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

Hilo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful place, great location, wish it was air conditioned.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Marlena D.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed being right next door to Carlsmith Beach Park to enjoy the sun and snorkel. The building also had a lot of security to it, although it seemed a little run down. The unit had very little cooking supplies, we needed to get salt, pepper, and oil as there were only a tiny amount for about a day's worth. We also didn't realize there would be no personal toiletries, and that was probably listed but we overlooked it, so please be prepared to bring all of your own shampoo, body soap, etc. Appreciated the coins and laundry pods for doing laundry down the hall.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla Y.

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

Great unit & wonderful location for swimming & turtles right outside your door

We enjoyed our stay at this comfortable and attractive unit. The complex was great and right next to a great beach (volcanic not sand) with clear water & sea turtles! The condo was well furnished including lots of games & books and beach items. The island host Jolanta was amazingly friendly and responsive. Great experience. We’d gladly stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Sally V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

visit with family

We swam every morning with fish and turtles. Our room was great other than our view was the parking lot. The road by the condo can be very noisy and the roosters start in about 4:30 AM. Othan, the maintenance person was so helpful and kind. One of our keys that ran the elevator and other doors did not work very well. There's a great library in the lobby. We've stayed here many times.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Scott A.

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

Floors were verry dirty

Mold in the bathroom fan
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Edwin C.

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

location location location

This was my 4th time staying at Moana Loa. This condo was just ok, the others were great. Some of it has been cheaply updated. The kitchen cabinets are all peeling their finish, the rugs are disgusting and shredded and stained. They should just be removed. The closets need to either have new doors and tracks or have them removed and just have clean neat open space. There are no dressers for clothes. There is old furniture that is useless. There are only loud standing fans in the bedrooms, no ceiling fans. The outside entrance area needs to be cleaned up, its full of bugs and spiders. It isn't very inviting. We never were able to get the tv to work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

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