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Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai

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Royal Palm Grove. View from private lanai. Weddings Planned here.
Royal Palm Cottage thru the gardens
Cottage exterior- private Lanai and sauna
Dining room w/ Kitchen-ette, medium refridg/freeze, Coffee, hot plate, toaster.
Convertible 6’ sofa mattress for single adult under 6 ft.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hakalau, HI
  • Akaka Falls
  • Akaka Falls State Park
  • Umauma Falls
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Futons

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Tiled shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai

Situated on an 8.5 acre exotic fruit farm along the Hamakua Coast, Royal Palm Cottage will provide you real feeling of Hawaii country living. A view of Mauna Kea greets you as you drive up Chin Chuck Road, known for the well manicured, 10 acre farm lots. As you enter the estate you will marvel at the breathtaking views of mature Royal Palms, 30 foot tall Black Bamboo, ocean views and many tropical Hawaiian flowers. Famed Akaka Falls State park is just 6 miles away. The night skies are perfect for stargazing. As the sun rises, common country sounds of rain, roosters, cows, birds, owls, hawks, coqui frogs & dogs can be heard. We have a designated path with chairs set up for watching the sun rise. A boarding dog Kennel shares a portion of the property. Barking can be heard 8-10 am during feeding times or if wild pigs are roaming. It is best if our guests are lovers of dogs, man's best friend.

The evenings are perfect for star gazing thru the royal palms.

A Romantic, newly built private 1 bedroom, 1 bath with tiled shower, kitchenette, dinning area and living room will welcome you home after a day of exploring. Amenities include a Propane Fire pit, BBQ grill, dry sauna, Koa wood floors, queen bed, air conditioning, ceiling fan, sofa that converts to a single bed, dimmable lights and a private lanai. The colors are cool and relaxing for the nature enthusiast. Perfect for a lovely romantic retreat, anniversary, Honeymoon or just a visit on the Hamakua side of the Big island.

1 or 2 bed room cottage studio will be available to book 11-1-2022. inquire for details.

Just 15 miles from Hilo, 30 miles from Waipio Valley, 1 hour from the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Over 200 mature fruit trees are on property. Seasonal Lychee, Emperor Lychee, Rambuton, Mango, Mangosteen, Atemoya and Papaya will be included in the welcome/Breakfast fruit bowl. We may have a litter of puppies 2-3 times a year on the property. Puppy noises , some barking can be heard during business hours, feeding times 8-10. Smoking allowed on Lanai ONLY ( please close glass sliding door).
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Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Let us know the ages.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
$1200 SITE FEE charged.$500 security deposit.
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside on the Lanai only.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
No need to fix the bed. Please wash used dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Weddings w/ site fee. Max of 24 guests $1200. Full out door kitchen, bathroom, tables chairs. 6 hr event window. $500 security deposit.
Cottage is insulated to keep sound minimized. Barking dogs may be heard at random times, if pigs roam. Coqui frogs. Close windows, turn on AC.
Please use ice and filtered water dispenser on the refrigerator on the lanai. Extra freezer space is available here.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
Note from host: $1200 SITE FEE charged.$500 security deposit.
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number TA-146-684-9792-01, GE-146-684-9792-01, 290020200001

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hakalau

Located in Hakalau, this cottage is in the mountains and by the sea. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace Theater and S. Hata Building. World Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hakalau Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Zip Isle Zip Line - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden - 18 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 31 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 37 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪What's Shakin' Smoothies - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pau Cow - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Na’au - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Onomea Country Market &Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai on 2 Sept 2025 start from £171.39, 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.

Is Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 97 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

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

Hilo side cottage

A little drive north out of Hilo Check in and communications with host was easy and helpful. Property was as advertised and very relaxing. Loved the location!Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was perfect for trip - quiet and peaceful with easy access to Hilo and the rest of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thx nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen D.

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

Gorgeous Property

Great place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property to stay in!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott and LeeAnn Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described. Thank you Laurel and Kelani again for sharing your space with us. About a 25 minute drive into Hilo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! So clean and comfortable—felt like home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Property just as described

We enjoyed the fruit and bread when we arrived, a great touch! Sauna was easy to use and enjoyable. Loved exploring chin chuck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrick M.

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

Great stay

The cottage was nice, clean, and the fruit and banana bread were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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

Great stay

We had a really nice stay here for 2 nights-we spent the days out exploring and came back to clean up for dinner. We didn't experience any disruptive noise from the kennels and the yard was nice with birds. We met the owner a couple times and she was kind. Everything was clean and they left fruit and homemade bread for us which was perfect for breakfast. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon B.

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

Royal palms cottage

A great stay was a little worried landlord was living on the property but they were very respectful of space.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa G.

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

We enjoyed our stay!

Place was clean and comfortable. We loved the local fruit bowl. We would return and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite D.

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

Beautiful

The home was lovely and the property gorgeous. The description does mention the dogs, we closed the windows and used the AC at night and all was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

canyon m.

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

Great place

Very relaxing unit, Easy access, host was very accommodating, clean
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

li Zhong

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Errol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is fantastic! We loved our stay here

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie M.

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

Cute rental in Hakalau

Cute rental unit on farm in Hakalau. Good for people who want to be in a less touristy country environment. Laurel was very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

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

Our Hilo trip

Very quiet and peaceful and the host was very accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Roseburg, OR

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

Great Location, GREAT Cottage!

Was in a great location, super clean and comfortable. Host was so helpful, and her banana bread and fruit was the best. Mahalo for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Winona R.

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

Relaxing

House has charm. Beautiful area. New puppies are cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

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

Great stay.

This was a perfect spot for us. Clean, well appointed and lots of kind touches. Hosts were great and we would definitely recommend this place to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The room was impeccable with the most loving and discerning touches we could ask for.

The property, the tropical fruit grown on it, and the hosts themselves, were wonderful. We truly loved it all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

eden n.

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

quick and easy stay

We only stayed one night as our trip was short but the process was seamless, the cottage was clean, well organized and nicely stocked. yard was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

kathy h.

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

Private and clean

We loved sitting on the deck in the mornings enjoying our coffee before heading out for a busy day with family. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

john m., santa monica

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

Very pleasant and clean

We were very pleased with our stay. The unit was clean and comfortable and larger than we expected. We would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laurel Smithson

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I am born and raised in Hawaii. My husband Kalani and I love to travel the world and meet new people. We wanted to share a bit of paradise with our guests. Note a dog boarding kennel shares the property.We are the original owner of the property. Built the home and cottage. Planted all trees, orchards and landscape ourselves. Our labor of love. Hawaii is where we call home. The Royal Palm Cottage is New, built in August 2019.

Why they chose this property

The road we live on is quite historic. Sugar cane used to be planted on this section of Chin Chuck Road. The soil is very fertile and most of the property is home to over 200 exotic fruit trees. Lychee, Rambuton, Mangosteen, Mango, Papaya and Atemoya. The parcels are mostly10 acres and are well maintained and most have agriculture zoning. Many fruit orchards and farms line both sides of the road. It is a breath of fresh air. On a brisk winter morning, you can see Mauna Kea and the telescopes on a snow capped mountain. When you drive down the road, you may see a whale spouting in the ocean.

What makes this property unique

15 miles from Hilo town with not even one stop light along the way. Beautiful coast line drive in both directions along highway 19. 500 foot elevation keeps us cool with tradewind breezes, well maintained Farm style neighborhood. Tuesday's we have a Hakalau Farmer's market that hosts live music and local farmers with their produce baked goods and crafts. We also have 2 ladies from Thailand making delicious pad Thai, green paypaya salad and curries right there on site. Lots of new and old farmers join together to add to Hakalau's charm.

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