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Our House Is Your Home Away From Home

Holiday home in Hilo with kitchen

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Welcome to Uhi Wai
Dining
Spacious Kitchen Area. Walk in Pantry
Quartz Kitchen Countertops. Dishwasher
Spacious Kitchen. Gas Stove.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Our House Is Your Home Away From Home

Aloha!
We are Keone and Yonnell Farias. We were both born and raised here on this wonderful island. We welcome you to our beautiful new home and would be happy to share with you our favorite places. Located in a quiet neighborhood of Waiakea Uka, we are a short 10-minute ride from the airport, 35 minutes to the Volcano, and just a few minutes from local grocery stores and eateries!
Waiākea Uka is translated as "the mountainside" of Waiākea. There are beautiful views of both Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa mountain. The University of Hawaii at Hilo is located in the Waiākea district as well. There are parks and convenience stores within walking distance to the house but a car would be more suitable.
Our house is your home away from home.
We want you to feel at home during your stay. We also respect your privacy. The keypad entry allows you to come and go at your convenience. We live nearby and are only a call or text away for any questions, suggestions, and housekeeping needs you may have.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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
Property Registration Number TA-109-573-3248-01, GE-109-573-3248-01

About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness, while Imiloa Astronomy Center and University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights. Joint Astronomy Centre and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Hilo Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Port of Hilo - 11 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zippy's Hilo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fairway Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪UH Hilo Sodexo Campus Dining Room - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Our House Is Your Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Our House Is Your Home Away From Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Our House Is Your Home Away From Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Our House Is Your Home Away From Home located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Hawaii at Hilo, Joint Astronomy Centre and Hilo Municipal Golf Course. Imiloa Astronomy Center and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Georgette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Comfortable and good location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable spot in paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenaro C.

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

Great location

The location of this house is perfect. It’s close to the waterfalls, lava tubes, and farmers market.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was such a beautiful home. Our family really enjoyed staying there. It was close enough to town and a home away from home. Our hostess was great with communication and the house was very clean and well stocked , definitely will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

christi w.

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

Perfect location

Really nice family home and we are like locals. Super close to all the fun things to do in Hilo super home base.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ulu Wai served as a beautiful and excellent location for our 2-day stay to cheer our on niece/grand-daughter playing in the Hawaii Island Labor Day Classic volleyball tournament. The rental is very clean and thoughtfully well stocked with all the provisions we needed and more. It was spacious for our family of 6 adults, and we spent quality time together in between games. The owners were very communicative and thoughtful as they surprised and delighted us with a treat bag and a welcome note. We would love to return for a visit during the Merrie Monarch Festival and absolutely would recommend this lovely rental for anyone looking for a convenient, spacious and beautiful space to enjoy Hilo.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

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

Amazing stay

My family and I had an amazing stay at Uhi Wai. The unit is so clean, the kitchen is well stocked and the owner was very communicative and easy to reach throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wailani R.

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

Hilo Getaway

The property was exactly as advertised. The check-in was easy and check out was even better. The owner allowed us to keep our bags in the garage after check out so we could explore more of Hilo since our flight was later in the day. I would recommend this home without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

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

New and beautiful home

Great house that has all you need to have a comfortable stay that feels like home. Clean and new. Family friendly as well. Hosts obviously care about their house and being great hosts. Look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lily g.

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

The lovely Uhi Wai

Best VRBO I’ve ever stayed in. So comfortable and clean and new. Fully stocked. Nice safe neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M W.

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

Great Place for 5 adults

The communication from the host was stellar. The home had 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms. 2 king beds and one queen.The kitchen was outfitted with everything you could need. Enjoyable 2 night stay.Great hosts. Easy location. 2 car in-garage parking.When in Hilo, will definitely contact them again.They made the stay perfect.Way to do it! MAHALO!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torsten S.

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

Very Comfortable Local Home

Everything you need for a great family stay in Hilo. Just be prepared for the coqui frogs. Bring your love of nature or your earplugs at night! The hosts are responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Burl H.

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

Hilo Ohana Graduation Party

You have a very beautiful home. Love the cool air and the location was near everything I needed especially eateries and family. Definitely highly recommending to family and friends. If anything, we would love to come back! Burl & Anna Hirashima
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kuana T., Honolulu, Hawaii

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

COMFORTABLE, CLEAN HILO HOME

Great property. Quiet and clean with lots of space. Fully equipped with everything we needed for family dinners. Centrally located.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

egnotnod78 T.

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

UH Hilo Commencement

My wife and I stayed to attend our daughter’s graduation from UH. The location was perfect, close to everything you need. The house was clean with an open concept. Everything you needed for a perfect stay was provided! Great communication with the owner, what more could one ask for. Mahalo!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan H., Honolulu

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

Quiet and Peacful

This home is a gem. Its located in a very quite neighborhood not far from Hilo town. Easy access to the airport, grocery stores and lots of local eateries. This home beautifully upgraded, comfortable and very well taken care of. Having gone to Hilo for work it was beyond perfect after a long day. The property management was very professional and responded immediately to any of our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

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

Hilo Memories

Thank you for a wonderful stay! The house is as described and more! After a busy day out sightseeing, it was always comforting to come back to a house that complemented our visit. We appreciated the usage of the garage with the garage door remote especially on those rainy Hilo days. The owners took much care and thought in making this house so welcoming! Just the little details such as a welcome gift and a dozen eggs from their backyard chicken coop was a sweet gesture. Our only regret was not being able to stay longer but we are looking forward to staying at this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen H.

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

Family stay in Hilo

Our family of four enjoyed a comfortable stay at this clean, welcoming home. There was plenty of room to spread out, unpack and settle in for a week. We loved the ease of pulling into the garage and loading or unloading our van on our daily excursions. The quiet fans in every room and nice breezes that flowed through the open windows kept the home comfortable. Earplugs at night while the Coqui frogs partied, allowed us restful sleep. Thank you Yonnell and Keone for welcoming us to Uhi Wai!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dan G.

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

Home Away from Home

The property is a great little place located in a middle class neighborhood. The location was perfect for all the things we wanted to do on the Hilo side of the Big Island. Volcano National Park and lots of other hiking trails are within a 30 minute drive. There are several beaches/lagoons in close proximity which provide swimming and snorkeling opportunities. This place has all the amenities we needed. There is no AC which made some us a little nervous at first because you’ll want to keep the windows open at night to get the cool breeze, but we ended up liking it because you get to hear the frogs at night and the roosters in the morning which made us feel more connected to the area. We loved Hilo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

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

Beautiful home on east side

Beautiful home, centrally located to everything we wanted to see/do on the east side of the big island. No AC was not a problem as long as windows were open and fans were going. Only had to shut them all the first night after a rain as the frogs were out in abundance! Other nights were fine. Washer/dryer and other amenities were very useful. Enjoyed the fresh eggs from the chickens in the coop as well as the snack package you left us. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally L.

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

Wonderful accommodations

Yonelle and Keone provided a wonderful home and personal experience for us while in Hilo. It was wonderful to “come home” after a busy day and be able to relax, fix dinner, or visit in comfort. The first night we arrived we had trouble hooking up to the internet. Even though Yonelle was out of town and Keone had guests, Keone was here in minutes to help us remedy our problem. They were wonderful hosts. One suggestion is to not have such a high fee for using the grill. We had planned to grill fresh fish one night but did not want to pay $25 to grill one meal. We wish them well. Mahalo.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annelise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yonelle & Keone were excellent hosts for our family vacation to Hilo. The home was well stocked with all the essentials we needed & we were welcomed with a sweet gift bag of goodies. The home was pristine & located in a lovely neighborhood. I especially appreciated the quick responses to any questions I had during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle R.

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

Great place!

This location was perfect for everything we did in Hilo - zoo, volcano, dinner in Hilo town. The location is very convenient, quiet and has a nice family friendly vibe. The house itself was very clean and well kept. It had some toys and games to keep the toddler who accompanied us busy for a bit. The coqui frog noise wasn’t too bad at all. The only thing I’d comment on is that the fan in one of the bedrooms is quite loud. Otherwise everything was perfect for our short stay in Hilo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. We wish however, that we had know that there was no A/C. I know it was listed and we just assumed there would be. Most people assume there is a/c it would have been nice to have seen that on the listing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

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

Fantastic home in a convenient location

We loved our stay - beautiful, newer home with all the amenities we needed. The location was super convenient to visit family in the area, and the hosts were fantastic (and very understanding when we forgot to leave the garage door opener - luckily we got it back). We hope to return on a future trip. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

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