Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
Paddleboard available
A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Richardson's Ocean Park
Sleeps 8•3 bedrooms•7 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Hilo, HI
Richardson's Ocean Park
Place, Richardson's Ocean Park
2 min walk
Carlsmith Beach Park
Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
3 min drive
Port of Hilo
Place, Port of Hilo
10 min drive
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
16 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
Living Room
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$
Welcome to “Surfrider” HILO VACATION RENTAL HOME: Overview: Get the best Hilo location without paying more. Compare walking out your door to snorkel with turtles to any other house. All this and a Hilo location just minutes from Downtown. Stay in a well landscaped home that is maintained to avoid mosquitos. Enjoy almost half an acre across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. One of the 7 stops of the Hop-on Hop-off bus tours. Take out the kayak and learn to stand up paddle board. NEED MORE SPACE? Message us about our other 4 homes within 9 doors of each other.
Vacation Rental Highlights: • Large, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Lower den area also has sleeping arrangements. Sleeps 8 with two king beds, two twin beds a day bed and trundle bed (both with standard twin mattresses) • 3.5 miles from Downtown Hilo, on south Hilo bay, 5 miles from Hilo Airport • East Hawaii’s best snorkeling across the street at Richardson’s Beach Park. • Free Kayak, paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel equipment, booties. • Full ocean views, outside seating, fruit trees, parking.
Description: • Why settle for a house away from the water? This house is right across the street from Richardson’s Beach Park. Home of the best snorkeling in East Big Island. Hilo offers few places to enjoy the ocean. These special places are always beach parks. • Classic Hawaiian architecture with modern conveniences. • Outside seating on deck overlooking south Hilo bay. Patio with large table and 6 chairs in front. • House includes free use of kayak, stand up paddle board, boogie boards, snorkel gear. • House is completely stocked. Everything you need for cooking, plenty of towels, soap, shampoo, hair dryers. Ironing board/Iron, playpen, highchair and Cable Wifi. STVR: 19-359743, NUC: 19-1363
Rooms: • Living Room – Large couch and love seat with direct ocean views. Flat screen T.V. with Amazon Fire and Netflix for a huge selection of viewing options. Books and games for family fun. Cable Wifi. • Kitchen – Everything you need. Coffee maker, blender, toaster, rice cooker, pots/pans. Lots of cooking tools. Large oven/range. View of Richardson’s Beach Park across living room out to the ocean. • Bedrooms #1 – Same level as living room/kitchen. Bedroom has a king bed, night stands, dresser and ocean view. Ceiling fans in each bedroom. • Bedroom #2: Same level as living room/kitchen and across from Bedroom #1. There is a batroom in between. Two twin beds with nightstand in between. Garden views at the back of the house. • Den below the main house with external entrance. Just off of the driveway and behind laundry area. This room has a king bed, day bed and trundle. Night stands and connected bathroom. • Main Bathroom: Shares the upper floor with the two bedrooms and living area. Bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths, hair dryer, shampoo and soap provided. • Lower Bathroom: Part of den area. Shampoo, soaps and paper goods, towels, hair dryer provided.
Activities: There is more to do in and around Hilo than any town on any of the Islands. It just isn’t well advertised because there aren’t resorts to promote the area.
• Waterfalls - Boiling Pots, Rainbow Falls, Akaka Falls, Waipi’o Valley • Gardens – Hawaiian Botanical Gardens, Lili’uokalani Park and Gardens, Nani Mau Gardens, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens. • Museums – Lyman’s historical and geological museum and The Tsunami museum. Both in downtown Hilo. • Beach Parks – Richardson’s Beach Park, Onekahakaha Beach Park (the calmest), Carlsmith Beach Park, Reed’s Bay, Lehia Park. Punalu’u Beach Park and Whittington Park. • Volcanic sights: Volcano National Park, Thurston lava tube, Kaumana Caves State Park, Pahoa transfer station, Live lava bike/hike tours in Kalipana Viewing area. • Markets and shops: Hilo Farmer’s Market, Maku’u Farmer’s Market, Hilo Coffee Mill, Ka’u Coffee Mill, Volcano Winery and Mehana Brewery, Hilo Candy Company, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut and Punalu’u Bake Shop • Other – Hilo Zoo, Palace Theatre
Modern Hilo: • Shop large stores for all your supplies. Just a quarter mile above the Hilo airport is a Walmart, Target, newer Safeway, mall with modern movie theater and cute stores. • Looking for familiar fast food? In the same area is a Burger King, Panda Express and Starbucks. Just up the street on the north side is a Subway, Jack in the Box, McDonalds and Domino’s Pizza.
According to Hawaii Vacation Rental ordinances, all vacation renters agree to the following if this property is booked: 1. Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM during which time the noise from the short term vacation rental shall not unreasonable disturb adjacent neighbors. 2. Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area. 3. Guest vehicles shall be parked within the designated onsite parking area. 4. Failure to comply with the Good Neighbor policy states above will be construed to be a violation. 5. No commercial events shall take place at the property.
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Property Registration Number TA-102-026-6496-01, GE-102-026-6496-01
Property # 3948514
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Hilo
Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Keaukaha, a neighbourhood in Hilo. Hilo Art Museum and Palace Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Wailoa Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Pacific Tsunami Museum and East Hawaii Cultural Center. Scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Liliuokalani Park and Gardens - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 14 min drive
Big Island Candies - 13 min drive
Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo - 13 min drive
Ken's House of Pancakes - 11 min drive
Verna's Drive In - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$ pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?
As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$ on 29 Aug 2026 start from £482, 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 at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Best Hilo Location @ Richardsons Beach Park, Swimming, Snorkeling Sleeps 8-Save$ located?
This family-friendly Hilo holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Richard Standke
Owner of 5 homes directly across from Richardson's Beach Park and 3 ocean front homes in Paradise Park. I manage these homes personally with my cell number available to all guests. Payments are handled through the security of the Homeaway/VRBO site. Guests also receive information on restaurants, shopping and my favorite places to visit.
Why they chose this property
Before I bought these homes I stayed as a guest. That was 7 years ago and my first time to Hilo. After paying too much for air fare and a rental car, it made sense to pay a little extra to stay in a great location. A wise choice. We loved it so much we bought the property we were staying at - a few doors down from this house. We have kept on buying them as they have come to market. This place rivals any place on earth, as you will find out.
What makes this property unique
If you plan on staying more than a couple days, you will have to enjoy the location. If you love the water and especially snorkeling, you will not find a better location. The best snorkling is in just a few feet of water right in front of the black sand beach. It is like swimming in a tropical fish store. Green sea turtles come to rest for the night in the evening at the rocks just beyond the black sand beach. The water is largely sheltered by the rocks creating a partial lagoon. Yet this house is just down the street from Downtown Hilo. Great for quick trips out to eat, shopping and many tourist locations. Review the "Location" tab for a list of over 20 great places to see.