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Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls

Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area
Living area

Overview of Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Hawaii at Hilo3 min drive
  • Popular LocationRainbow Falls7 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)8 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Hilo9 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls

Hale Mala means "House in the Garden" in Hawaiian. It is a peaceful spot in a beautiful tropical location.
Hale Lani is the downstairs portion of our home. Walk through the lanai to your private entry and begin feeling right at home. There are 3 spacious bedrooms and a massive lanai with outdoor lights that connect the living room area to the outside. With a large table & bench seating, plus a breakfast bar, there's space for everyone to be together. Perfect for couples or families.

The Hale Mala rental includes:

- On-site parking
- Private keyless entry
- Wireless Internet
- Ultra High Definition TV with Apple TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ and more!
- Kitchen includes: fridge, microwave, toaster, oven, coffee maker, kettle, dishes and silverware
- Towels and linens are provided for all guests

There is also a shared laundry room with a washing machine and dryer. Laundry soap is provided free of charge.

We love Hilo and the authentic old-Hawaii vibe it breathes but if you are looking for white sand beaches and Stepford wives neighborhoods, this is probably not the right place for you to stay. Plantation era houses were built in the 1960’s and while ours has been lovingly maintained and updated, there are still parts that are original. Some houses and areas in Hilo are in need of a little TLC including a few houses in our neighborhood. If this is something that will impact how you experience Hawaii, then it may be wise to consider a resort instead. But if you are looking for adventure, real Hawaiian experiences, fun new journeys to amazing destinations, we have that in abundance.

Each room has high powered fans. Combine this with the nice Hawaiian breeze and there is no need for air conditioners.

Hilo is authentic Hawaii. Beaches, shopping, great restaurants, waterfalls and hiking are all within a few minutes drive from Hale Lani. You can also access helicopter and boat tours in various spots around Hilo. If you have a car, you can reach Volcanoes National Park to the south or Mauna Kea to the northwest in about an hour. A massive mall and shopping center are just around the corner from us - you can walk there it is so close! We think our place is the perfect spot to Stay, Play and enjoy Aloha!

We love Hilo and the authentic old-Hawaii vibe it breathes. Plantation era houses were built in the 1930’s and while ours has been lovingly maintained and updated, a few houses in our neighborhood need a little TLC. If you are looking for adventure, real Hawaiian experiences, fun new journeys to amazing destinations at a budget price, then this is the perfect place for you! As our house is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, we ask our guests to show the aloha spirit to those around them by keeping noise levels to a minimum and by respecting Hawaiian culture. There may be other guests in the downstairs portion of our home, so we ask each of our guests to practice aloha and respect the privacy of each space. No smoking is allowed in or around our home.

If you are in need of additional space or planning to stay with a large group or family, please consider renting both portions of the house together - you can find that listed under Ohana Means Family. Welcome the Aloha Spirit and the vibe behind Stay, Play Aloha!

Our Hawaii Transient Excise Tax number is: TA-210-587-7504-01

Property manager

Shauna Mundy

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There may be guests in the upstairs unit of the property. Please respect their privacy and keep noise levels to a minimum after 10pm.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-210-587-7504-01, GE-210-587-7504-01

About the area

Hilo

This holiday home is located in Hilo. Lyman Museum and Palace Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens and Joint Astronomy Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Imiloa Astronomy Center and Panaewa Rainforest Zoo.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 3 min drive
  • Hilo Shopping Center - 3 min drive
  • Panaewa Rainforest Zoo - 5 min drive
  • Rainbow Falls - 7 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 14 min walk
  • Taco Bell - 13 min walk
  • Jack In The Box - 12 min walk
  • Zippy's Hilo - 14 min walk
  • Panda Express - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay Play Aloha ~ Hale Mala ~ Volcano ❀ Beaches ❀ Hawaiian Culture ❀ Waterfalls located?

This family-friendly Hilo holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Prince Kuhio Plaza, University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens and University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center. Imiloa Astronomy Center and Joint Astronomy Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy J., Honolulu

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location and thoughtful touches
My wife and I stayed here with our teenage son and three of his friends. The vacation rental was clean and offered a good amount of space for us including an outdoor area. The location is close to Hilo town, the airport, Rainbow Falls, Hilo Bay, supermarkets and shopping. Communication with the owner Shauna was quick and easy. I appreciated thoughtful touches like extra outlets and charging ports at each bedside, a blackboard suggesting favorite beaches and restaurants, and an Apple TV to stream or airplay to. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay - worked perfectly!
It was the perfect spot for us and location was good to get to all of the things we wanted to see and do. Really appreciated the restaurant and things to do suggestions - we did most of them! Especially enjoyed Pineapples restaurant and Jackie Rey's. Highlight of the visit was Volcano National Park. Also had a fun tour of the Lavahola Chocolate Farm.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home with plenty of space
The home is exactly as advertised. It was great for our family of 8. The location is excellent as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Honor F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Wonderful location, convenient to shopping, beaches, restaurants, etc. Great place to stay with a large family as it has plenty of space for sleeping.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family home
Our group had a great time staying here. The location was very convenient to stores, restaurants, and the main highway to Volcanoes National Park and the Akaka Falls. Clean, updated, well stocked, homey. The washer/dryer was a handy bonus. Although the house doesn't come with AC, the windows & fans in every room kept us cool. We all agreed we would stay again, and recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

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