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Mele Kohola "Song Of The Whales" - Downstairs Unit
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Keaau, HI
- Place, Hobby Garden Hawaii7 min drive
- Place, Pahoa Museum18 min drive
- Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo27 min drive
- Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
About this property
Mele Kohola "Song Of The Whales" - Downstairs Unit
*Availability starting AUGUST 1st, 2026*
Watch the whales jump in your "front yard"! This rental has been known as "Mele Kohola" which means "Song of the Whale" in Hawaiian and they will entertain you day and night, especially in whale season (Dec - Apr)! The waters in front of Mele Kohola are very deep, and the coastline is shaped in a gentle cove tempting the whales and dolphins to play very close to shore. Enjoy the unobstructed bi-coastal views from the unit. Welcome to paradise!
The space
Please keep in mind, only the DOWNSTAIRS unit is available for rental. This is a separate unit from the upstairs portion of the house, guests can expect quiet and secure privacy.
Enjoy this stunning cliffside unit with a kitchenette, hot tub, and an ocean facing patio lanai! Escape the busy city life, relax to the whisper of waves breaking on the shoreline, and feel the caress of gentle trade wind breezes. This is an ideal unit getaway for couples and/or small families.
The unit includes a living room with couch, chair, TV, small futon, and adjacent work area. There is a wet bar/kitchenette, a King bedroom, and a full bathroom.
Things to know:
Free Wifi (High Speed Internet Access)
Kitchenette with Refrigerator & Microwave
Air Conditioning (or optional ocean breeze with open windows)
Entire downstairs unit
No garage access except for washer/dryer UPON REQUEST
Exterior Hot Tub available for guest use
Patio Barbecue Grill provided
We recommend stopping at a grocery store or doing any needed shopping in Hilo on your way from the airport.
CHECK-IN: 3:00pm unless otherwise arranged. Early check-in can be requested with host, however is not guaranteed. Please plan on checking in no earlier than 3pm on the day of your arrival. We’ll send you the email to access the lockbox (which contains the entry key) as soon as our cleaner gives us the thumbs up that unit is ready.
Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
Laundry Area: You may use the laundry machines located in the garage UPON REQUEST.
Keep in mind: The first 30 feet of coastline around the entire island is considered safety zone property. The property is secure and fully fenced. You occasionally will see people on the cliffs fishing and enjoying the scenery. They are not trespassing, it’s legal due to state law.
CHECKOUT: 10:00am unless otherwise arranged.
Aloha Hank & Joy!
Guest access
Entire Downstairs & Front/Side Yard Areas
*No Access to Upstairs (Owner's Unit)*
Other things to note
Please utilize the boogie boards or beach chairs that are in the garage.
Points of Interest:
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (52 min)
- Punalu'u Black Sand Beach (80 min)
- Shipman Beach / Haena Beach (4 min)
- Akaka Falls State Park (57 min)
- Richardson Ocean Park (39 min)
- Kaleo's Bar & Grill - Orchid Land (9 min)
- Hilo International Airport (31 min)
Watch the whales jump in your "front yard"! This rental has been known as "Mele Kohola" which means "Song of the Whale" in Hawaiian and they will entertain you day and night, especially in whale season (Dec - Apr)! The waters in front of Mele Kohola are very deep, and the coastline is shaped in a gentle cove tempting the whales and dolphins to play very close to shore. Enjoy the unobstructed bi-coastal views from the unit. Welcome to paradise!
The space
Please keep in mind, only the DOWNSTAIRS unit is available for rental. This is a separate unit from the upstairs portion of the house, guests can expect quiet and secure privacy.
Enjoy this stunning cliffside unit with a kitchenette, hot tub, and an ocean facing patio lanai! Escape the busy city life, relax to the whisper of waves breaking on the shoreline, and feel the caress of gentle trade wind breezes. This is an ideal unit getaway for couples and/or small families.
The unit includes a living room with couch, chair, TV, small futon, and adjacent work area. There is a wet bar/kitchenette, a King bedroom, and a full bathroom.
Things to know:
Free Wifi (High Speed Internet Access)
Kitchenette with Refrigerator & Microwave
Air Conditioning (or optional ocean breeze with open windows)
Entire downstairs unit
No garage access except for washer/dryer UPON REQUEST
Exterior Hot Tub available for guest use
Patio Barbecue Grill provided
We recommend stopping at a grocery store or doing any needed shopping in Hilo on your way from the airport.
CHECK-IN: 3:00pm unless otherwise arranged. Early check-in can be requested with host, however is not guaranteed. Please plan on checking in no earlier than 3pm on the day of your arrival. We’ll send you the email to access the lockbox (which contains the entry key) as soon as our cleaner gives us the thumbs up that unit is ready.
Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
Laundry Area: You may use the laundry machines located in the garage UPON REQUEST.
Keep in mind: The first 30 feet of coastline around the entire island is considered safety zone property. The property is secure and fully fenced. You occasionally will see people on the cliffs fishing and enjoying the scenery. They are not trespassing, it’s legal due to state law.
CHECKOUT: 10:00am unless otherwise arranged.
Aloha Hank & Joy!
Guest access
Entire Downstairs & Front/Side Yard Areas
*No Access to Upstairs (Owner's Unit)*
Other things to note
Please utilize the boogie boards or beach chairs that are in the garage.
Points of Interest:
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (52 min)
- Punalu'u Black Sand Beach (80 min)
- Shipman Beach / Haena Beach (4 min)
- Akaka Falls State Park (57 min)
- Richardson Ocean Park (39 min)
- Kaleo's Bar & Grill - Orchid Land (9 min)
- Hilo International Airport (31 min)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property Registration Number GE-188-986-7264-01, 150570060000, TA-188-986-7264-01
About the area
Keaau
Keaau is home to this holiday home. Lava Tree State Monument and Kilauea Caverns of Fire reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting.
Keaau, HI
What's nearby
- Hobby Garden Hawaii - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
- Pahoa Museum - 18 min drive - 20.1 km
- Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 23 min drive - 26.9 km
- University of Hawaii at Hilo - 27 min drive - 31.0 km
- Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 36.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
- Bite The Eye - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 17 min drive
- Nicky's Mobile Cafe - 9 min drive
- Poppy - 9 min drive
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