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Kekoa Camp Home

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Papaaloa, HI
  • Place, Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hakalau Beach Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, World Botanical Gardens
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Kekoa Camp Home

Come and enjoy staying in a remodeled Sugarcane Plantation-Style house in the quaint town of Papa’aloa. This is a great (basic accommodation) home base and an opportunity for adventurous travelers. This home is off the beaten path, away from tourist areas, in a local historic camp neighborhood. Situated along the Hamakua Coast, this home is 24 miles north of Hilo and 34 miles south of Waimea. Explore the many natural wonders including waterfalls, lush jungle, botanical gardens and so much more.
This house has been refurnished inside and out. This home has three lovely bedrooms, one bathroom and features peek-a-boo ocean views, queen sized beds in every bedroom, TV, wifi, and two available off-street parking spots in front of the house. Enjoy a coffee or tea on the front lanai while watching the ocean. There are many windows that provide great natural light and ceiling fans in every room create air flow year-round. Ear plugs are provided for your further comfort if the sounds of nature (dogs barking and roosters) and the neighborhood are a little too loud.
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 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.
-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.
-There is no regular trash pick-up. If you have more trash than what fits in the outside trash bin, please take it to the local transfer station (less than a mile 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
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
Long-term renters welcome
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-068-638-5664-01, GE-068-638-5664-01

About the neighborhood

Papaaloa

Located in Papaaloa, this vacation home is on a river. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Katsu Goto Memorial and Naha Stone. World Botanical Gardens and Hawaiian Vanilla Company 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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Papaaloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Hakalau Beach Park - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
  • World Botanical Gardens - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Zip Isle Zip Line - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 30 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laupahoehoe Farmers Market - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kekoa Camp Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kekoa Camp Home?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kekoa Camp Home on Apr 26, 2026 start from $130, 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 Kekoa Camp Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kekoa Camp Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kekoa Camp Home located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Hamakua Heritage Corridor, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park and Umauma Falls. World Botanical Gardens and Zip Isle Zip Line are also within 9 mi (15 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. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew s.

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

The Hawaiian experience.

It was an interesting little piece of Hawaii. Shouldn't be missed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ivy C.

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

Cute

It was a cute 3 bedroom home . Smaller than I imagined but it was a good size . The artwork was nice . All the little extra stuff made it feel like a home and not hotel . Definitely liked the location . It's not as noisy as mentioned . It's a good short term rental for sure .
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Markus S.

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

Wonderful home

House as described, Dannie is a wonderful host and always reachable. She helped us with everything in our special situation, we will never forget her and Jessica. If you want a home away from the tourists you are right. Awaiting luxury and quietness, go in a hotel. It’s a normal neighborhood with chicken, dogs and everything else. We enjoyed it here, directly on the Hamakua coast line. Thanks for all, Dannie!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

keani m.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, location

Beautiful interior

The house was located in a very local neighborhood, neighbors were parked in our parking spot. The code for the house was not in the email we received, when we called the contact number it was out of service. Self check in process was difficult. The inside of the house was beautiful but there were roaches all over the house dead and alive, as well as cockroach feces. The kitchen sink faucet was not secured/glued down so it moved every time you use it. It was a great location for what we needed for that weekend. Definitely feel like we were overcharged considering all of these issues. Definitely not a place for the faint of heart.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kalan W.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kate G.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aja Lynn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Paris-Larson

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Why they chose this property

If you are looking for a local neighborhood, this is a place where the locals stay. It is not for anyone looking for a quiet hotel-like experience. It is clean and refurbished but a more basic accommodation. The neighborhood is lively with neighbors interacting and kids playing. Please feel free to strike up a conversation, as most neighbors are very friendly.

What makes this property unique

While some of the homes in this neighborhood are a little more unkept than others, this home offers an experience you most likely won't forget. The people are friendly and kind. The houses are close together, so you'll see people and kids interacting regularly.
This home is great as a mid-point to Hilo and the northern portion of the Island. Please note that there are ear plugs provided for the roosters crowing and dogs barking.

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