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Wainaku Camp Cottage

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sleep sofa easily sleeps 2

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Honoli'i Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilo Farmers Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalakaua Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wainaku Camp Cottage

Enjoy this basic but remodeled sugarcane plantation-style home, 5 minutes from downtown Hilo. This is the perfect place to come with family and friends as there are 2 homes available on the property. The homes are just off the beaten path, away from tourist areas, in a local camp neighborhood. Wonderfully situated to explore downtown Hilo and the gorgeous Hamakua Coast. Please note that there are neighborhood animal (dogs and roosters) noises that we cannot control. Earplugs are provided for your comfort.

Gorgeously remodeled home! This home has two lovely bedrooms with one double bed and one queen size bed, a queen-sized sofa sleeper and one bathroom. This home is equipped with TV, wifi, and off-street parking. Other amenities include a BBQ to enjoy while relaxing after a long day of exploring the island. There is plenty of room outside to run and play. An assortment of recreation equipment (ex. soccer ball, volleyball & net, badminton, lawn games though exact equipment varies) are provided in case you need a break from sight-seeing and want to just have some fun around the house.

This home offers basic accommodations it is not a luxury rental.
For all stays, we provide the basics (toilet paper, paper towel, shampoo, conditioner) to get you started on your vacation. It is up to the guests to replenish as needed.

This is the first or front house on the property.

This home is built so that there is amble space underneath the house (an adult can easily stand up straight). This is where the washing machine is located. Space to hang dry clothing is also provided under the house as well as racks inside the home. There is no dryer.

-Breakfast is Not provided, however coffee is provided.
-Any evidence of smoking inside the home, ashes, burns, smell of smoke upon entering the home will be charged an extra $250 cleaning fee for deep cleaning to remove all traces of cigarette smoke.
-An Additional $100 cleaning fee will be charged for guests staying 21+ days.
-Trash pick-up occurs once a week. If you have more trash than what fits in the outside trash bin, please take it to the local transfer station (a couple miles away). See information binder inside the home for transfer station details. Any trash left outside of the bin is subjects to an extra $25 trash hauling fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
No Smoking Property
Any evidence of smoking inside the home, ashes, burns, smell of smoke upon entering the home will be charged an extra $250 cleaning fee
An Additional $100 cleaning fee will be charged for guests staying 21+ days.
It is your responsibility to dispose of any trash that does not fit in the outside bin. Trash left outside of the bin will cost an $25 hauling fee.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number TA-184-050-7392-01, GE-184-050-7392-01

About the neighborhood

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Hilo Farmers Market and Hilo Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Honoli'i Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Honoli'i Beach Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mokupapapa Discovery Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kalakaua Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Temple Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Axe Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Pesto Hilo Bay - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wainaku Camp Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wainaku Camp Cottage?

As of Apr 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wainaku Camp Cottage on May 16, 2026 start from $138, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wainaku Camp Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wainaku Camp Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wainaku Camp Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Hilo, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Honoli'i Beach Park, and Honoli'i Beach. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jenna I.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mahalo!

Great place and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deserae N.

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

Volcano Tourney Weekend for

We loved it! Everything was great, clean and cozy! Definitely will check availability next year
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kavitha B.

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

Comfy stay

Comfortable house with good space for a family of 4. Location on the main road was noisy with lots of vehicle traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Daryl K.

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

Hilo 2024

Good location close to town….
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will B.

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

Spartan is good

This VRBO is all of what we needed and no unnecessary frills . We were out 12 hours a day and we found a clean , organized place to sleep when we came in for the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for us- we rented both cottages. They used to belong to our family and we were in town for a graduation luau, and the house next door was the central house. So we could walk right over! Houses are nice and comfortable - but they are vintage and in the local neighborhood- so if that’s your jam, this is a good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
It was good, cottage is old, bathroom door can’t lock it, fridge outside is very dirty, so far everything is ok
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Diane N.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Older Plantation Home

The home was older than the photos. I'm a person of color; wifi password was "whitemeat###". Will not go to this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Silvio B.

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

Hilo

Nice little house. Its very close to the Hinoli surfspot. You can hear the highway and airplanes, which is a little bit sad. Also it was not completely clean. Would go again.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

HOME

It was a real nice place, comfortable, homey, clean, accessible & location very convenient to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garner

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It had character and lots of room. The location was very convenient. The host was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramona S.

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

Must Stay

Great location. I had a couple of questions that I sent via text and were answered promptly. The property was clean. Overall a very warm and welcoming space. Will definitely use this property again. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Communication
The property was fine, basic. It met our needs as we were gone all day. I really appreciated that there was coffee available and some beer in the refrigerater thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ricci B.

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

Welcome to Rooster Inn

One of the blankets look like someone blew their nose on the under side of it, a yellow discharge, sent pic to manager. A rat in the attic particles falling through the attic entrance onto the bathroom floor, sent pic to manager. Sleeping can be a little difficult, Kochi frogs at night and roosters start crowing at 3:00 am till Evening So I said Welcome to the Rooster Inn.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Paris-Larson

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Why they chose this property

Gorgeously remodeled home! This home has two lovely bedrooms with one double bed and one queen size bed, a queen-sized sofa sleeper and one bathroom. This home is equipped with TV, wifi, and off-street parking. Other amenities include a BBQ and outdoor dining space to relax in after a long day of exploring the island. There is plenty of room outside to run and play or to sit and hang out. An assortment of recreation equipment (ex. soccer ball, volleyball & net, badminton, lawn games) is provided in case you need a break from sight-seeing and want to just have some fun around the house.
If the sounds of the Hawaii (coqui frogs and roosters) are a little too loud for your comfort, there are earplugs provided for all.

What makes this property unique

This is a lively, vibrant and tight-knit neighborhood. Situated slightly north of Hilo's Bayfront the homes are close together. Don't be surprised if you see neighbors out chatting and the neighborhood kids out playing. Honoli'i, Hilo's best surfing beach is only one mile north. Just a short drive away are plenty of restaurants, shops, parks, Hilo Bayfront and black sand beaches!

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