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Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling!

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A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by yellow walls and palm trees.
A balcony with a view of greenery and a black railing.
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A street view with parked cars, a pedestrian crossing, and a building with a sign for 'Hawaiian Ukulele & Guitar'.
A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and refrigerator. There is a wooden cabinet and a countertop.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Carlsmith Beach Park

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Onekahakaha Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Keaukaha Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Hilo

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Keaukaha, a neighbourhood in Hilo. Palace Theater and S. Hata Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Wailoa Art Center. Pacific Tsunami Museum and East Hawaii Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Hilo - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Island Candies - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ken's House of Pancakes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Verna's Drive In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ka Lihikai - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling!?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling! on 15 Nov 2026 start from £321, 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 Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling! located?

Located in Keaukaha, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Carlsmith Beach Park, Richardson's Ocean Park and Onekahakaha Beach Park. Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2026
Thank you, Dawn! We're thrilled you enjoyed our great location. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another visit soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. I loved walking around Carlsmith beach every morning! Close to many other fun family friendly beaches including a black sand beach!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you, Karen! We're thrilled you loved the amazing location. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another wonderful stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location for our Hilo side activities and nearby snorkeling. We didn't have to drive anywhere else to snorkel. The building had some security and che king in and out were flawless. The host was quick to help me solve an issue with the TV remote. I appreciate how quickly we could make contact. Kitchen was nice but furniture was less comfortable for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Oceanfront, Friendly Sea Turtles, Epic Snorkeling! on 31 Oct 2026
Thank you, James, for your thoughtful feedback! I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed our location and the ease of your stay. Your insights on comfort are appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice condo at a great location. Easy snorkeling access with plenty to see. Quick access to town and easy drive to sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you, Gary! We're thrilled you enjoyed the condo and its fantastic location. It's wonderful to hear you had easy access to snorkeling and local attractions. We can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet little home with everything our family of 3 needed for a few nights. Used the kitchen for meals and the beds are comfy. We loved the pool, large and clean. And of course being next to Carlsmith Beach Park is very special. Friendly, mellow, quiet building. Hoping we can stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you, Aaron! We're thrilled you and your family enjoyed your stay and appreciated the amenities. It’s wonderful to hear you loved the pool and the proximity to Carlsmith Beach Park. We can't wait to welcome you back for another visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
These were excellent hosts! They clearly cared about making our stay amazing. The best thing about this place was easily the location next to Carlsmith Beach where we swam with sea turtles!The hosts communicated every step of the way. Check in and out was a piece cake, laundry was super convenient, the unit has been recently remodeled and everything was ready for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you, Nate! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated our efforts. The location near Carlsmith Beach is indeed special! We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing experience soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was spotless and check-in was quick and easy. Two issues to flag, though: the single bathroom has no lock, which felt awkward with multiple guests sharing it. And there’s no air conditioning, which made for some rough nights during our summer stay. Great location and clean space, but the host should update the listing to explicitly call out no AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Amit! I’m glad you enjoyed the cleanliness and location. I appreciate your suggestions and will work on improving our listing. We’d love to welcome you back for an even better experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were welcoming, provided great instructions for check-in and checkout, and ensured we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and updated. The kitchen was very clean but a little small. AC would have been nice. The laundry was a little misrepresented due to the cost. The pool was amazing and the proximity to the park and all the pictures were very accurate. Beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2026
Thank you, Jody, for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and loved the pool and location. Your insights are invaluable, and we’ll certainly consider them for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved the location. We were able to see a few turtles. Easy communication with the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly hosts and great follow up! Thank you for a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was beautiful. And the ocean amazing. The owners were very kind and responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here while we were in Hilo. The condo was very clean nicely, decorated, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, and a beautiful view of the ocean and lush vegetation. The host was very welcoming and responsive and gave very clear instructions for getting in and out the unit. We will definitely stay here again my next trip to Hilo.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oh my goodness such a wonderful and peaceful place!!! Relaxing, clean and fun place! Near the amazing cove, so fun to hang out in. So relaxing! Recovering from cancer and this was amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we vacation we don’t spend much time in the places we rent. With that being said, our time spent in the condo was everything we needed. Location to the water was perfect, couldn’t be any closer. Communication with owners was fast and on point. Had one concern with parking, but was taken care of in a timely manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The instructions were clear on handing over and closing .Hosts were helpful and welcoming. Home was in good condition and presentable . We thank the host for making it a memorable trip for us at Hilo.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location with convenient ocean access, and easy parking near the elevator—definitely the highlights of the stay. However, cleanliness was an issue. The bed sheets were visibly dirty upon arrival, the toilet was also dirty, there was hair in the shower, and spiders in several ceiling corners.The host was responsive, replaced the sheets the next day, and issued a refund for the cleaning fee, which we appreciated. With better attention to cleaning, this would be a much stronger stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you, Ethan, for your feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed the location and found our team responsive. I sincerely apologize for the cleanliness issues you encountered, and I appreciate your understanding. We are committed to improving our standards and ensuring a more pleasant experience for all our guests. Your insights are invaluable to us.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location of the condo was nice - right at Carlsbad Beach. However, it is not a private beach as stated in the listing, but a public beach that was quite crowded. The condo was clean but it is quite dated. Many of the pots and pans were old and scratched, there was an oven pan that was so caked with previous residual from whatever was baked on it, it was unusable. One bedroom faces the ocean and you have the ocean sounds at night, but the second bedroom faces the street and it was so loud at night, my son had difficulty sleeping. The hosts were responsive - we had an issue with parking and they cleared it up quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Pool was not heated. Sliding door screen wouldn’t stay on the track - it was missing a wheel. No grab bars for safety getting out of bathtub/shower. Never understood how to watch Xumo or FireTV. Aside from that we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Hawaii
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is convenient for public beaches. The lanai has a great view of the ocean and some jungle. Beds were comfortable. My kids really enjoyed having the pool.The main issue is the condo was filthy. The bathroom fan was caked in dust so the smoke detector went off when my kids took a shower unless we kept the door shut for a long time. The couch had food crumbs in between the cushions, the floors under the beds were filthy and hadn’t been cleaned. The window tracks were full of dirt and bugs. There were cobwebs in the corners and even a spider eating a cockroach in one. I had contacted the host about the lack of cleanliness by the second day but they didn’t offer to have it cleaned. On top of the cleanliness there were frustrating repairs that need to be done. The screen door is broken and off the track. There is a hole in the ceiling in the larger bedroom. The bathroom door knob sticks so my kids would get stuck in the bathroom.The building is also adjacent to a public park and road that is very loud with joyriders and partying come evening. My kids struggled to sleep in the room next to the road because trucks and people burning out were so loud.Overall, it’s not as great as it seems online.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you, David, for your feedback. I'm grateful you enjoyed our location and amenities. I sincerely apologize for the cleanliness issues and any disturbances you experienced. Your insights are invaluable, and we are committed to addressing these concerns to enhance future stays. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back for a better experience.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
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