Tropical Studio Apartment!

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Keaau, HI

Kilauea Caverns of Fire
‪14 min drive‬
University of Hawaii at Hilo
‪19 min drive‬
Port of Hilo
‪20 min drive‬
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

studio

1 Queen Bed

Tropical studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Aloha
Our beautiful one-acre lush tropical paradise is located south of Hilo and near Kea'au and Pahoa Villages in the rainforest..
The studio apt. is upstairs has a great deck to view garden. Follow sidewalks to Tropical gardens at back of house,coconut palms, orchids , anthuriums and lush tropical plants.
A piece of paradise to call home while you are on the Big Island. Go to sleep with frogs chirping and stars so bright you could almost touch them. Wake up to birds singing and complimentary Hawaiian coffee . Pamper yourself, shower in our collected rainwater.
Automatic quotes for 1 bedroom are for 1-2 guest.
We live on property behind the rental.
Please read house rules in apt. It is customary to remove shoes upon entering the apt.
SORRY NO ANIMALS!! NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN! NO SMOKING!
We are in a residential/rural neighborhood 20 minutes from the Hilo Airport.
*Honu Hale 3 offers easy access to east side sites.
*15 min.(10 miles) Hilo town and Hilo beaches
*4 miles to ocean cliffs, and less than a mile from the main highway.
*25-30 minutes from Volcano National Park & Winery
*10 minutes from Keaau town
*12 minutes from Pahoa Village
* 25 min Botanical Gardens
*Free Zoo in a Rain Forest
*amazing Star Gazing at Mauna Kea

See the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. Swim with the sea turtles Botanical gardens, rain forest, waterfalls and desert are all part of our unique landscape. Visit our two interesting local farmer’s markets on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, where you can get fresh and organic veggies, local artisan hand crafted gifts, yummy ethnic foods and experience the local flavor.
Aloha and Mahalo,
Jim & Kepi Hains

Property manager

Kepi Hains

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

Property Registration Number TA-053-388-2880-01, GE-053-388-2880-01

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Keaau, HI

What's nearby

Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
Port of Hilo - 20 min drive - 20.1 km
Rainbow Falls - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
Carlsmith Beach Park - 28 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Kurtistown Cafe - ‬12 min drive
‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬8 min drive
‪Hilo Coffee Mill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Studio Apartment! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Studio Apartment!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Studio Apartment!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Studio Apartment! located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hobby Garden Hawaii, Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center. Pahoa Museum and Kilauea Caverns of Fire are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

11 May, 2025

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

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley Q.

6 May, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A nice cost effective studio

A simple, clean studio with many of the amenities available during our one week stay. Hilo was only 20 min. away, so the location was not a challenge. With only a need of a place to sleep and shower, this unit was perfectly adequate for us in comfort, value and cost. We didn’t know our studio was in a complex with multiple connecting units in a 3-story building. Typical of Hawaiʻi homes, the walls are not double sided so you’ll hear the sounds through the walls and floors (or ceiling). We missed the notation in the listing that the studio was upstairs on the 2d level, so being disabled, I had to be very careful climbing the stairs. There was also mention of “laundry, washing machine 6 a load.” There was none onsite. There was mention of a deadbolt. There was none. We were fortunate to meet Kepi and Jim when we arrived. Checkin and checkout were easy. We would return again to this site should we visit Hawaiʻi Island again.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

21 Apr, 2025

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

Great stay!

The hosts made an effort to make this place special and it shows. Cute garden area with light lights, quaint decor, etc. We were greeted with the sound of the frogs singing in the adorable garden! Definitely would recommend!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

7 Apr, 2025

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

Great location!

Very clean and cozy! Beautiful gardens to relax in!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza G.

29 Mar, 2025

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

Hawai’i spring break stay

Great place in a gorgeous location!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lise P.

19 Mar, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phynix W.

10 Mar, 2025

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

AMAZING!

The property was beautiful and the room had everything you could possibly need. The hosts were warm and welcoming and so very kind we are definitely coming back!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

3 Mar, 2025

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

Fun Place to Stay

This was an ideal location for us and close to where we wanted to go on the Big Island. The room was compact and had everything we needed. The property is charming and was especially amazing at night with laser lights twinkling all over the gardens. Plenty of off road parking was a nice bonus. Would definitely recommend to others!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DiAnn L.

3 Mar, 2025

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

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton C.

2 Mar, 2025

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

Gorgeous ground and a relaxing stay

From the minute we pulled into the property grounds we were overwhelmed by the beauty of the garden. Our stay was so relaxing. Our room was cozy and well equipped with anything we needed. We definitely will be back. Thanks Kepi for being so wonderful and welcoming. Anton and Jennifer

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

28 Feb, 2025

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

Excellent studio apartment, perfect location

Stayed in this lovey studio for two nights to visit the Hilo side of the island. Location was great for going into Hilo for supplies, and it also made a great home base to visit Mauna Kea and Hawaii Volcanos National Park. The studio itself had everything we needed for our two nights. We enjoyed sitting outside on the lanai at night to enjoy the cool night air. You'll also want to explore the property grounds as it feels like you are in a jungle parades during the day, and a magical land at night with the laser lights.Only cons:No AC and coqui frogs are loud at night and roosters start crowing around 3:00 a.m. Bring earplugs.Pillows were very flat so we woke up with sore necks.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador C.

10 Feb, 2025

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

Perfect Stay in a Great Location – Made Our Vacation!

We had an amazing stay at this VRBO! The location was perfect—just outside of Hilo, offering a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere while still being close to everything we needed. It was the ideal spot to unwind after a day of exploring.The owners were absolutely lovely and a pleasure to talk to. They made us feel so welcome from the start, even greeting us with a cute surfboard welcome sign. It was such a thoughtful touch. They also gave us great recommendations on local activities and informed us about the erupting volcano—something we hadn’t been aware of. Seeing the eruption ended up being the highlight of our trip. It was a true bucket list experience we’ll never forget!The room was spotless and well-maintained, providing everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Parking was easy and convenient, which was a huge plus. They even provided snorkeling gear and beach equipment, saving us the hassle of renting and making our beach days even better.This place truly made our vacation. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable and well-located stay in the area!

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

19 Jan, 2025

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

Great place

This is the cutest studio apartment ever! Close to Hilo & everything on the east side of the island. Very clean, comfortable bed, so quiet at night. I would stay here again in a heartbeat

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sujata c.

15 Jan, 2025

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

Big island fun

Amazing fun property and hosts!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana A.

15 Jan, 2025

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

Tropical Studio Apartment

A lovely place to stay! We vacation at the Big Island twice a year and always stay with Kepi and Jim. They are 100% the best hosts! There is a number of different bungalows to choose from; studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom. Always clean and reasonably priced. Lovely grounds and close to everything.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

13 Jan, 2025

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

Our third visit to the tropical studio.

We hope to return again…Kepi & Jim are wonderful hosts. The tropical studio was perfect. Mahalo

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

15 Dec, 2024

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

HiLo stay

Property was super cute and cozy. Waking up to the beautiful trees and birds was so nice. Owners were also super sweet when we chatted with them! Would recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

4 Dec, 2024

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

Highly recommend

My adult daughter and i stayed 5 nights, and were impressed with the location, amenities and host. It was a nice place to retire after a long day out and about.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloynette B.

29 Nov, 2024

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

Thanksgiving getaway

Beautiful, quiet and comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sierrah H.

28 Nov, 2024

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

Tropical home in paradise

Absolutely beautiful. The grounds were amazing and the hosts very pleasant. Had a lovely week. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

adriane p.

13 Nov, 2024

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

Paradise Found

Stepping onto this property felt like walking into the world of Avatar—bursting with vibrant colors, calming scents, and breathtaking scenery that instantly puts you at ease. This spot exceeded every expectation and ranks among the best places my partner and I have stayed. Beautiful grounds, warm and welcoming hosts, and cozy accommodations all just a quick hop from Hilo and Puna. Absolutely a slice of paradise!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delfina G.

6 Nov, 2024

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

Very pleased

The host (Kepi and Jim) made us feel very welcomed, they really go above and beyond for their hosts and that really made the difference. I would 10/10 recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stefan E.

27 Oct, 2024

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

Grüne Oase

Nette Gastgeberin, schöne Unterkunft im Grünen, kurz vor Hilo.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie E.

19 Oct, 2024

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

Awesome

The property was beautiful. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. The owners are on site at property and two of the nicest people we have met. This is absolutely the place to go. Located close to everything.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

7 Oct, 2024

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

Lovely stay in Hawaiian tropical setting

Studio unit, part of a 4 unit complex on beautiful and lushly landscaped property within 10 miles of Hilo Airport and 20 miles to Volcano National Park. Lovely tropical bird and frog sounds. Kepi was friendly and engaging and helpful, and painted colorful paintings on all the walls.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kepi Hains

We moved here 19 years ago

We love to travel and talk story. Next best is having great guests from all over the world.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful Hawaii

What makes this property unique

In rain forest with access to beach and mountains from Hyw 130

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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Tropical studio

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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