Entire home

Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai

Photo gallery for Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai

A nighttime view of a resort with palm trees, a pool, and a building with a lit facade.
Property video
A gray sofa with a matching ottoman in a living room.
A pathway lined with tall trees in a well-maintained grassy area.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush green trees and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Veranda
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

View map
Hakalau, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Single Futons

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Tiled shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Interior
Lovely garden cottage, Hamakua waterfall district, 100% solar
Ninole
  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (165 reviews)
Lovely garden cottage, Hamakua waterfall district, 100% solar

About the area

Hakalau

Located in Hakalau, this cottage is in the mountains and near the beach. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Palace Theater and S. Hata Building. World Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
View more Cottages in HakalauOpens in a new window
Map
Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

  • Hilo Farmers Market - 25 min drive - 26.1 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 29 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Port of Hilo - 31 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 36 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Ed's Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Island Birria Boss - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Na’au - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Piilani Kitchen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Royal Palm Cottage/5 mins from beach/Akaka Falls/Private Lanai located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Hamakua Heritage Corridor and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hakalau Beach Park and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, responsive host, easy to book.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We totally loved our stay, we got everything whatever we needed, will highly suggest this cottage if u r looking for quiet, peaceful stay
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2026
We hardly noticed them for a 10 day stay. Quiet, Friendly family that took great care of the cottage. So glad you reserved pool time for your family. Hearing the laughter and joy with your son made my day. Welcome back any time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations and amenities were excellent. A very serene comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2026
So glad to have been able to say hello!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing! Laurel was so helpful and kind, I loved staying at her cute and cozy place❤️ We got a very thoughtful tray of local fruits from her and a home-baked banana bread which I thought was very cool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and very clean property and very spacious and perfect parking and very accommodating and we had such a peaceful time!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2026
We enjoy guests that find our Cottage relaxing, comforting and peaceful. So nice to talk with you and welcome you back any time. Highly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful greetings, tasty fruit and great accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2026
Enjoyed talking with you. So glad you enjoyed the fresh fruits from the farm and were able to taste them for the first time. Rambuton, Lilikoi, Mangosteen, Apple Bananas and papaya. Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable relaxing stay. Love clean cotton sheets! The complimentary fruit platter and banana bread was amazing. Definitely, we'll be coming back and staying there. Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean comfortable space, great recommendations for places to visit nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2026
Thank you for your communication.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property to stay in!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking was so easy. The cottage is as clean as can be. Our hosts responded to every question in the most rapid and helpful way. We left something behind but their rapid communications really saved our trip. Top marks all around.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was perfect for trip - quiet and peaceful with easy access to Hilo and the rest of the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laurel was extremely gracious and so kind. The space was very welcoming and the perfect vacation getaway. Very clean and comfortable space as well. I can’t imagine a hawaii vacation anywhere else!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay in Hawaii and the Royal Palm Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The cottage was nice, clean, and the fruit and banana bread were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2025
So glad you enjoyed the farm fresh fruits and home made Banana Bread. You are welcomed back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will definitely stay here again! All I can really say it the it was Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2025
Communication was 5 stars! My finger slipped when on my phone. Will welcome them back again for sure!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thx nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Glad we were able to quench your thirst with a complimentary beer. The cottage is charming with a private lanai for guests as pictured.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hilo side cottage

A little drive north out of Hilo Check in and communications with host was easy and helpful. Property was as advertised and very relaxing. Loved the location!Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2025
Wonderful getting to talk with you. Welcomed back any time. Mahalo.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Property

Great place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
So glad you love the mature royal palms and the country setting. The birds chirping in the mornings are a favorite time in the day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! The hosts were fantastic and the amenities were as described. The area is very private and quiet, we didn’t mind the occasional barking from kennel when we walked by, or when the pigs tried to wander in. Morning sunrises on the property was a highlight of ours and we enjoyed meeting dog Elvis. Our stay was very comfortable, anything we needed the hosts were happy to provide. We’ll be back! Mahalo Chris & Mia
Morning sunrise
Royal Palms
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
It was wonderful meeting nature and animal loving friends. Hamakua coast has so many special Locations to explore. It was cute that Elvis said good night to you guys each evening on the patio. Thanks for giving him some pets and taking a moment to sit with us and talk story.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We enjoyed our stay!

Place was clean and comfortable. We loved the local fruit bowl. We would return and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2025
Mahalo! Would love for you to visit again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, very abundant plant life. We enjoyed the coqui frogs serenading us at night. The native fruit grown on the property was a treat along with the homemade banana bread. Only issue was musty when first opened, cleared fairly well when ac was turned on. Dogs barking at times at night woke us up. Beautiful place, comfortable with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
Glad you enjoyed the fruits from our farm and green surroundings. This side of the island has seen a large amount of rain before and during your stay. Glad you turned on the AC. We do provide ear plugs incase the frogs or dogs are much for our guests. It was nice to chat with you both.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Royal palms cottage

A great stay was a little worried landlord was living on the property but they were very respectful of space.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2025
If our paths should cross getting ice, we are happy to wave and say Aloha. We understand guests are on vacation and their time is precious to them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time. This sweet place was perfect for us and Ms. Laurel was beyond amazing. The yard was so much fun for our girls to run around and play - they had a blast! The beds were comfy and the sleeper for the kids was perfect! My only regret was that we didn't have more down time to spend hanging and relaxing. Hope to be back so soon! 3 Mahalo
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2026
It was our pleasure to hear the children laughing and collecting leaves and sticks in the large field in front of the cottage. Enjoyed the chat we shared. Please visit us again if you are on the island.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location, GREAT Cottage!

Was in a great location, super clean and comfortable. Host was so helpful, and her banana bread and fruit was the best. Mahalo for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2021
My pleasure meeting you both. Guests like you make hosting even more fun. Glad you enjoyed your stay! Highly recommend and welcome you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay.

This was a perfect spot for us. Clean, well appointed and lots of kind touches. Hosts were great and we would definitely recommend this place to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2021
Pleasure meeting you both. You were so tidy. We welcome you back any time.
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback