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Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.

Cottage in Keaau with kitchen and lanai

Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Keaau, HI

Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
‪35 min drive‬
Place, Port of Hilo
‪39 min drive‬
Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
‪45 min drive‬
Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

About this property

Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.

E Komo Mai (welcome) to Hale Hapu’u! Our little Hawaiian hut is perfect for couples seeking an authentic Big Island experience. The Hale is adorned with hand carved art from local artists, an outdoor bath set in the midst of a tropical garden of ferns, palms & orchids, and a lanai/dining room overlooking lava features & new landscaping. Modern amenities of AC, Internet and Roku will make your vacation more enjoyable. And close proximity to Volcano NP and the ocean.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number GE-187-770-3168-01, TA-187-770-3168-01

About the area

Keaau

Keaau is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lava Tree State Monument and Hawaiian Beaches Park, while University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center and SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting.

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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

University of Hawaii at Hilo - 35 min drive - 31.0 km
Coconut Island Park - 39 min drive - 35.6 km
Port of Hilo - 39 min drive - 36.0 km
Ha'ena Beach - 44 min drive - 26.9 km
Carlsmith Beach Park - 45 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bite The Eye - ‬10 min drive
‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬16 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
‪Kohala coffee Co - ‬15 min drive
‪Poppy - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. located?

Situated in Keaau, this cottage is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hawaiian Beaches Park and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Anne H.

29 Sept, 2025

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

It's a lovely home with a very nice lanai.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami R.

21 Jun, 2025

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

Unique guest house near Hilo

Amazing little guest house near Hilo! Hawaiian decorated with wood carved pieces. Every detail is thought of & home is very comfortable. Good location for everything around Hilo & Vocanos National Park.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

12 Feb, 2025

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

Great place

Beautiful place with all the extras

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

J N.

25 Jul, 2025

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

Enjoy your visit to the Big Island as a "resident"

A restful, peaceful and private guest cottage outfitted with everything needed and more. Located less than 30 minutes south of Hilo Airport, it is well-situated to enjoy all the offerings of the region, including the active volcano. For us, it served as home base while visiting family. We especially valued the owner's masterful wood carvings that helped give the cottage its uniquely Hawaiian vibe. We also appreciated the detailed guest guidelines intended to keep the ohana in its best condition and preserve it for enjoyment by others.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adil H.

17 Aug, 2024

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

Amazing spot

Really nice spot close to the city but also enjoying the surrounding nature, would highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jay k.

8 Apr, 2024

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

Kilo Volcano area visit

It was an amazing place to stay and visit the area. Few residents stays ha e been this nice

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

31 Jul, 2025

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

Hawaiian Paradise

The ohana was absolutely beautiful with original artwork and other decor that msde it feel like Hawaii inside and out. We loved the outdoor tub and everything in general was comfortable and well situated. No issues finding it, though I could see how it may be difficult to find in the dark, the owner's instructions are clear and pictures help guide you. Awesome smashburger stand just 8 minutes away. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

24 Aug, 2023

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

Amazing stay !!

Beautiful place

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leana Z.

10 May, 2024

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

A piece of paradise

The stay at Hale Hapu'u was great in every way! Beautiful Ohana with great attention to detail, privacy and easy communication and self-check-in.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas F.

30 Oct, 2024

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

Excellent

Our stay was perfect. Exactly as pictured.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

19 Aug, 2025

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

Our stay at Hale Hapu‘u was brief, but lovely! It’s a great spot, easy access to lots of areas of the island. The cottage was warm and inviting. My only (very minor) feedback is that compared to other spots we stayed for similar pricing, the kitchen amenities felt a little lacking. It was great for a short stay, but I think we’d have struggled with the size of the sink and a mini-fridge if we had been there much longer than a day or two. But that’s a small thing that didn’t impact us this time around! The hosts were responsive and gave very clear instructions. Overall, I would highly recommend Hale Hapu‘u!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA S.

20 Feb, 2025

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

Beautiful and peaceful

The art on the property is amazing. The night frogs and day bird sounds were very relaxing. Loved the outdoor patio and tub area. Like a spa!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie T.

11 Jul, 2024

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

Want to stay here again!

Can't wait to come back and spend more time.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

christa

12 May, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This property is absolutely amazing!! Every little detail has been thought of. Very clean! Owner was very responsive to questions. I wish we had been able to enjoy all of the amenities but the erupting volcano kept us in the park. The outdoor tub with the lush surroundings …truly is paradise! Comfy beds too.thank you for hosting us in your beautiful property.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolynne H.

6 Mar, 2025

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

Above and beyond expectations

3 lovely nights at Scott and Tracy’s place. Decor was so cool. Frogs, birds and evening downpours were extra bonus. We loved our stay. Don’t miss out - use the bathtub!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

21 Oct, 2024

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

Great tropical retreat

Hale Hapu’u was a wonderful retreat. Very clean, cozy, had most everything we needed, and we especially loved the lanai which is beautifully done and the perfect spot for eating, studying, and just spending time. We really appreciated to attention to detail that was put into this guest house!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

30 May, 2024

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

unique

A unique beautiful property. Highley recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

charmaine d.

23 Dec, 2024

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

Fantastic

Wonderful location, fully equipped, every detail has been thought of. There is a beautiful area. I’ll talk where you can have a bath, which is so well set up and private.. We were so glad that we booked this place, zero regrets!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

19 Nov, 2023

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

So cozy!

Love everything about this place! The ambiance, the coziness-- it was a get away within a get away! Mahalo nui loa!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beatrix M.

15 Oct, 2024

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

Hawaiian getaway

This house was an absolite delight to stay in. The Hawaiian theme was so fun, the home was clean, and extremely well organized. They have the cutest outdoor areas to spend time hanging out in too. Also, the bed and pillows were the most comfortable i've ever slept on while on vacation! Would definitely recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

5 May, 2023

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

Everything was amazing !

A 5 minute drive to a scenic ocean view with places to sit on the rocks , close to the highways to get to volcanoes national . The house was beautiful and everything we needed !

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

13 Nov, 2024

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

Unique little gem

This place was great for 2 people and perfectly situated between Hilo and Volcano. Loved the decor and Hawaiian vibe! So comfortable and serene. And Scott was amazing at communicating! Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024