Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property

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A large, single-story house with a covered porch and a lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and a washing machine in a laundry area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing natural light.
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a view of the ocean, and a grassy lawn.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Kaumana Caves County Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wailuku River State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Hilo

Hilo is home to this vacation home. Lyman Museum and Imiloa Astronomy Center are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Hilo Farmers Market and Hilo Shopping Center. Gilbert Carvalho Park and Joint Astronomy Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Kaumana Caves County Park - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Pu'u 'O'o Trail - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wailuku River State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 8 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ohana Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Low International Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property on Nov 12, 2026 start from $358, 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 Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean & Maunakea View Guesthouse on a Private 5-Acre Property located?

Situated in Hilo, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaumana Caves County Park and Pu'u 'O'o Trail. Ainako Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, good location, great view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice guest house with a great view. About 15 minutes from downtown Hilo. Beautiful neighborhood. We loved the goats and chickens. Raul was very communicative and responded whenever we needed something, as he lives in the main house. Close to Boiling Pots--definitely worth a visit! I would recommend this place if you're coming to Hilo--but definitely rent a car to get around as it's a bit of a drive to restaurants, the beach, and grocery stores.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Even had a lovely book with a load of local information.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful location. 10 min from UHHilo.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was located above Hilo Town in a pastoral area which was beautiful, quiet, and serene.Accommodations were nice. Kitchen well stocked with everything you need.We come often to Hilo for our son who attends UH Hilo. This rental is in our “Top 3” of rentals we’ve stayed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, convenient to town and all Hilo has to offer. Beautiful view, tranquil setting. Perfect for our family of 5! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms, very nice, professional and approachable host, kitchen is great, parking is great! The only reason I checked only 4 stars on communication is my fault. Communication would’ve been excellent as well if I had communicated with the property owner before we arrived. No details on that needed. It’s a general rule, communication is VERY important in all walks of life. To the property owners, me and my friends are very grateful for allowing us to stay in your beautiful, serene property as we reconnect with each other. And I would personally want to thank you for reminding me the importance of communication. May you and your family continue to be blessed always!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host. Beautiful property. Perfect location for the Hilo side of the Big Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best experience with a rental property ever. The location was absolutely amazing and the home was immaculate - very private yet close enough to everything we needed and wanted to do. Raul and his family were really great - our kids enjoyed playing with theirs and loved the being able to feed and play with and feed the dog, goats and chickens. We will 100% come back and use this property on our next trip back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 minutes above Hilo proper with lots of food and shopping choices. Plus a cool view overlooking the city and the ocean!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice view of Hilo Bay. Very clean. Great value!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
This was a good enough property. Not particularly well stocked in anything, but the price was reasonable and it was close to town.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 30, 2026
Aloha Karen, Thank you for your review. I appreciate your feedback, though I was genuinely confused by your comments that the home was “not particularly well stocked in anything” and that it was simply a “good enough property, only worth a 3 star review”. Our property is equipped with all the essentials as described in the listing, including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, dish soap, laundry and dishwasher detergent, paper goods, a starter set of coffee, and a spice rack. The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, appliances, and utensils, and we provide extra pillows and blankets for guest comfort. The home also features quality furnishings, a covered deck with beautiful ocean views, and a spacious setting on 6 acres in one of Hilo’s most desirable neighborhoods. I also noticed we did not receive any messages during your stay regarding missing items or concerns. We are always happy to assist and would have gladly addressed anything if given the opportunity. We travel often ourselves, and in our experience, many hotels and timeshares do not offer the same level of amenities, space, and setting that we provide at this property. We appreciate your feedback and will continue looking for ways to improve our guests’ experience. Sincerly, Raul Castro
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property was absolutely amazing! I felt like I moved into an actual home just because I was able to wash and dry my clothes with accessible machines when I need to; WITH DETERGENT PROVIDED! I enjoyed that so much. I can’t wait to book this place again for future trips back to Hilo!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun location!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and clean. The king bed was very comfortable. The owners were friendly and accommodating, bringing us anything that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I am a local so what I needed was a place to stay while my house was being termite tented. It covered that just fine. It rained all the time I was there but I had lived in Akolea Plantation at one time so knew what to expect. I liked the remote area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here. The view from the deck was amazing, and the house was lovely, clean and spacious. The property is beautiful and we had a very relaxing time here even though it didnt stop raining. The location was great and we were able to explore many of Hilo's attractions. I highly reccommend this property for families and couples who really want to experience the island vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Ocean View Ranch. Far enough from Hilo to be quiet and relaxing, close enough for shopping and activities. Everything we needed was within a 15 min drive. Our favorite part was having breakfast on the lanai--cool ocean breezes, fantastic view, and goats to keep us company.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house that was peaceful. The Stefani was great and friendly. There are animals and she let the kids come help feed them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here! The ocean and mountain views were phenomenal, and we were very close to a lot of activities. The space was very clean and organized. We appreciated the well stocked kitchen as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Raul was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Convenient location with space to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable accommodations. The quiet serene setting made it so easy to sleep well. We had everything we needed, even a Christmas tree!! That was a wonderful surprise!!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place to stay

We loved this beautiful area and it was close to many of the hikes and places we wanted to visit. House was very clean and exactly as listed and host was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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