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Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat

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A cozy cabin interior with wooden beams, a sofa, a dining table, and a bookshelf.
A cozy cabin with a wooden ceiling, a bed, a round table, and a large window with curtains.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden beams, a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
A rustic wooden interior with a sofa, cushions, a round table, and a potted plant.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Keaau

Located in Hawaiian Paradise Park, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. 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. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Map
Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Pahoa Museum - 17 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 24 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Prince Kuhio Plaza - 26 min drive - 26.9 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Port of Hilo - 33 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Marzo's Country Sports Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat?

As of 11 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$1,280, 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.

How much is parking at Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unwind at your Perfect Jungle Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum, Lava Tree State Monument and Kilauea Caverns of Fire. Hawaiian Beaches Park is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great- we were able to check in early which was really nice and appreciated! It’s a really mosquito heavy area and they love me and my partner but it was easy to keep them out of the rooms. There were fresh flowers from the property in the kitchen, this was a really nice touch! I absolutely loved the property and wildlife around. We saw so many geckos, whistling frogs, roosters/chickens, and even a few little wild pigs. Go to Poppy’s for coffee nearby! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A beautiful, private, tropical oasis.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

We loved the cozy cabin feel!

We had a very comfortable stay and would recommend it for those looking for a slightly more rugged experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2021
Mahalo for staying with Hawaii Life Rentals! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that everything accommodated your Hawaiian vacation! We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were great, definitely a unique experience. We had all kinds of guests (cats, anoles, chickens, etc.) which was fun. The property was very clean but it could use a little love from all of its visitors. The bathroom has no privacy other than the jungle outside and the outdoor shower wasn’t ideal for me personally but overall we really enjoyed our stay. The bed was very comfortable but small since it is only a full size.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife rates it the coolest vrbo we have stayed at. It is certainly at the top. Kind of like living in a swiss family robinson house. Really like being in a jungle. The main issue was we had to leave and go back to 40 degree Portland.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Beautiful location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2022
Mahalo for staying with us!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

A nice piece of paradise

Very relaxing.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in Hilo.

Very much enjoyed our stay. Property was just as advertised. No difficulties at all. Everything was seamless.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Jungle Escape

The property is beautiful! And a nice little private slice of paradise. The place was clean and unique. We did miss having a shower, but who’s in a hurry when you are on Aloha time?
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Cozy Little Hideaway

Spacious and private! You really do feel like you're out in the rainforest in this secluded little bungalow. We can't decide if the kitchen, living room, or bedroom was our favorite space - but it's worth it to come the that bathtub alone!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Oasis for the spiritually minded

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at Peace of Paradise. We didn't realize that air conditioning not always available on the Island, however nights were very comfortable. There are people next door that make happy sounds, but you can't see them. I will stay at Peace of Paradise again when visiting family.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2022
This is such a great review and we truly appreciate it, Glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Come back soon! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Complete bliss

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pictures don’t do this place justice. The yard is lush , private and full of color. All 3 bungalows have full views of the gardens with complete privacy. Listening to the rain , the frogs or even the roosters was so cool. The bathtub and dining room were my two favorite spots. The neighbors dog barks from time to time but besides that it’s a beautiful slice of paradise in the jungle. Such a unique place to callHome for your stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely amazing

I loved staying here. The only negative thing I could say is the neighbors have dog(s) that are outside all night and whine and bark. By night two this blended in with all the other sounds of chickens and frogs and rain (which we loved). On the first night one of the dogs came walking up to the deck to say hi. He was very sweet. He hung out for a while then left. Maybe he just wanted to come back, and his human wouldn't let him and that's why he was crying every night. I would stay here again even with the dogs talking all night.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jungle bungalow oasis

This place is magical! We loved the separate bungalows and the walkways connecting each, and being surrounded by thick towering plants and trees with patches of lava rock and mossy grass. Staying here felt kind of like glamping in the jungle but way better than that. It has everything you could ever need while still being surrounded by nature. It was also a good location between Hilo and Volcanoes NP. As mentioned in other reviews, there's definitely noise from the chickens, frogs, and birds - but that's all part of the experience! Luckily there was a nice standing fan in the bedroom that drowned out any noise so even my 8 month old baby could sleep through the night. The neighbors were close but kept to themselves. All in all - this was the coolest place I've ever stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A unique vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The service and attention of Hawaii Life Rentals was excellent. The home is unique and the pictures represent it well.The house is beautifully set in a jungle feel with lush gardens. It is in a development about 15 blocks from a park area on cliffs above the ocean and an easy drive to Hilo beaches.All renters should be aware that wild chickens populate the property and there is a cocks farm nearby. That contributes to pre-dawn cacophony provided by other birds. In the evening the frogs begin to croak. We enjoyed the sense of nature but advise you to BRING EAR PODS for quiet. That said, if you enjoy a uniquely delightful experience, this choice is for you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Retreat

I rented this house for a month long solo getaway and it was PERFECT! Stepping on to the property for the first time was incredible. The magic of the house and the surrounding land is even better in person than in the photos. The house is beautifully decorated and so homey. I will say it did take me a while to get used to the local critters - mainly the geckos. They liked to surprise me in the bedroom and the bathroom. I'm sure I scared them more than they scared me! 😂 The neighborhood is lovely. There are neighbors to either side of the property. You can hear them, but you can't see them. I actually found hearing them to be very comforting. It was nice to know there were others around while still feeling like I had my privacy. The property manager, Jolanta, was incredibly responsive and maintenance was always there within the hour anytime I had a problem. I so enjoyed this little oasis and hope to return soon!
Stayed 24 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2022
We are glad you had a fun and lovely vacation & enjoyed your stay with us. We appreciate this review and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Unfortunate new development

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I stayed at this property for a month in 2021 and was so excited to return again for three weeks at the beginning of 2023. Upon arrival, the place was so magical - just as I remembered it. Unfortunately though, in the time span since I had last been there, the neighbors got new dogs who barked for many long stretches throughout the day and night, sometimes for hours at a time. Sadly, it greatly affected my ability to enjoy my time at the property and I had to move a week into my stay. While this was an unfortunate development, the team at Hawaii Life Vacation Rentals was so helpful and accommodating in finding me a new place to stay. They took my concerns seriously and were both prompt and caring with their communication. I'm sad things didn't work out with this house, but I am very grateful to have had the support of Hawaii Life, specifically Jolanta & Robinette. Thank you ladies for finding me a new place to stay! It turned out to be a really wonderful place to finish out my stay on the island. Though I may not be able to recommend this property (as long as the barking remains), I highly recommend booking with Hawaii Life Vacation Rentals!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 March 2023
We truly do apologize for any inconvience caused and overall are glad we were able to help relocate you for a more comfortable stay. We are glad to have hosted you!! Thanks for your kind review, Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

Wonderful setting in the jungle and the set up with the three separate “bungalows” makes it feel very tropical. It’s away from the hustle of town and hotels, but not too far from the sights and activities of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2023
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. Mahalo for staying with us, we look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Peace of Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the property is very private even though there are close neighbors on each side and in the back. kids on one side very noisy and animals (dogs and chickens) have their early morning routine with greeting the day. No laundry facilaties make an extended stay difficult since there were no extra bed linens or towels. the bed was comfortable with extra pillows. no comfortable outside furniture available
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 February 2022
Glad you had a lovely time, We appreciate this feedback as we are always looking for ways to improve. We hope to host you again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Picture perfect paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Peace of Paradise was truly a gem and a pleasure to call home for 4 nights. The tropical lush grounds made you feel a world away, and that’s exactly where I wanted be. Location was great for our daily explorations of the Hilo side of the island. The neighborhood dog visitors were surely a perk for us, may not be for some. The wildlife at night does get quite audible. It wasn’t an issue for us and truly added to the experience of checking out of reality. If you are a light sleeper you may want to bring ear plugs. Peace of Paradise was perfect for us. Mahalo.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2022
We are glad you had a fun and lovely vacation & enjoyed your stay with us. We appreciate this review and feedback. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Unique tropical experience

This was a lovely place to stay. Having three separate living areas connected by wooden walkways was fun and unique. The property was gorgeous, with lots of beautiful flowering plants and trees. One thing guests should be aware of is that this is in a residential neighborhood, so it did not feel quite as private as expected, with noise (mostly music, and loudspeaker one day) and visiting dogs on occasion. That said, it was lovely, spacious, and certainly a good value. It was also just 30 miles from Kilauea volcano, which was erupting - ! - and about an hour from a beautiful botanical garden.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2021
We are glad all was enjoyable and relaxing for you. Thanks for being such a great guest. We are glad all was accommodating and the place was exactly what you needed for a beautiful Hawaii vacation! We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Place

This was a great place - we enjoyed the space. Get there in the daylight as the entrance is easy to miss at first but that adds to the privacy, although you will hear the neighbors through the frogs. A heads up that we were visited by the neighbor's dogs (4 of them) at various times, not to mention the feral kitties. We are animal people so the visits didn't bother us although it was hard not to feed the ferals. We took baths just to enjoy the spectacular view in the bathroom, and I spent a lot of time in the bedroom since the windows made it feel like being outside. Same with the living area. Kitchen had what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2021
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. Thanks for being such a great guest. We are glad all was accommodating and the place was exactly what you needed for a beautiful Hawaii vacation! We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Beautifully Decorated......

This property is beautifully decorated and the garden is nice. The biggest issue we had was that it was very close to the neighbors so we heard screaming children which made it feel less private. We could see the neighbors place as it was about 50 ft away. Also the wandering roosters and chicken farm two doors down presented a bit of a problem for sleeping as they liked to crow at about 3 am until about noon everyday. We closed the windows which helped to buffer the sound of the roosters, but it made the place very hot and uncomfortable for sleeping. If they install air conditioning for the bedroom it would be great. Another small change of adding a handheld sprayer to the bathtub would have made it slightly more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2021
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback as we are always looking for ways to improve and will work on these suggestions. Thanks for being such a great guest. We are glad all was accommodating and the place was exactly what you needed for a beautiful Hawaii vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful oasis

We stayed here for a week and loved it. The area is surround by beautiful Hawaiian plants and flowers. Had all the essentials we needed and was just a short drive to Hilo and an easy day trip to the volcanoes and Kona. Thanks for letting us stay at your wonderful home
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2021
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed the place and your vacation. Thanks for being such a great guest. We look forward to hosting you again! Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely a slice of paradise!

This place is a magical slice of paradise & is filled with tiny details that make it feel like a home and place to relax rather than a cookie-cutter vacation rental without a personality. The scenery & plants in the property had us in awe the whole time. It’s exactly what we were hoping for—a little seclusion, so it was worth the drive for us. Never saw the neighbors. The jug of water was much appreciated. The sound of the frogs is actually quite cute and soothing despite being loud. The MANY roosters were a thing though...1 am, 4 am, 6am. A bit hard to contend with if you aren’t used to it. Ear plugs and white noise from our phone definitely helped. Also, we’d recommend the first time you get there to be in daylight...it would have been a different feeling if we went there for the first time in the dark.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2021
Mahalo for staying with Hawaii Life Rentals! We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation and stay! We appreciate your feed back and hope to host you again in the future!
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