Apartment

Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i

Apartment in Hakalau with kitchenette

Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

1 bedroomSleeps 219.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Place, Akaka Falls
Place, Umauma Falls
Place, Akaka Falls State Park
Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i

Private and separate from the main house, guest studio in lovely Hakalau village community. This is an adorable and private room at the back of our detached garage. Easy access and parking, comfortable queen bed, desk space, private bath, spacious shower, HD Smart TV, cable, high speed WiFi and kitchenette. Lush landscaping and bistro garden area.
A short walk from the house is a spectacular rainforest hike down to the shoreline. Surfing, ziplining, waterfalls, and much more within a 15 minute drive from the house.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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-080-443-6480-01, GE-080-443-6480-01

About the area

Hakalau

Located in Hakalau, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Akaka Falls State Park and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, while Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights. World Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.

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Hakalau, HI

What's nearby

Hakalau Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Zip Isle Zip Line - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 23 min drive - 27.2 km
Port of Hilo - 24 min drive - 29.1 km
Carlsmith Beach Park - 29 min drive - 31.8 km

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mr. Ed's Bakery - ‬5 min drive
‪Onomea Country Market & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
‪The Hive - ‬5 min drive
‪Hilo Shark’s Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
‪What's Shakin' Smoothies - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i?

As of 3 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i on 8 November 2025 start from NZ$283.97, 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.

What time is check-in at Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Hakalau Beach Park. World Botanical Gardens and Zip Isle Zip Line are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

4 October 2025

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

The room was clean, the bed comfortable and the location was beautiful. One of the nicest places we have stayed, very private with beautiful night time sounds. It felt very magical.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

28 October 2023

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

Awesome place

Loved it

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan D.

17 February 2025

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

Good stuff

Nice spot. Wonderfully renovated bathroom. Just what we needed!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn P.

11 October 2024

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

Cosy studio.

Very pleasant hostess. Studio somewhat small though has outdoor table. A good location for exploring north and south.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

7 February 2023

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

Very good

We are very satisfied this property. It is very clean. Thank you !!!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

12 October 2025

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

Wonderful property!! Easy to get to. Easy to get in. Beautiful detailed with elegance and charm. Super clean and new. A hidden Gem in a beautiful neighborhood.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol r.

14 July 2025

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

The studio was perfect for the two of us for a few nights on our 2-week vacation and the small refrigerator came in handy! We also appreciated the dishware and paper towels! The A/C was fantastic too!! The studio was tastefully decorated, and we appreciated little things like shampoo/conditioner/body wash in the shower and coffee/tea available to use. This was wonderful after flying for 10 hours and then driving for 2 hours to reach Hilo!! With such a short stay, it was great that we didn’t need to fully unpack!!We specifically booked this studio to take advantage of areas north of Hilo. We then booked another studio VRBO south of Hilo, but that did not turn out so great. Really made me appreciate how great this studio stay was for our brief stay on that side of the island (we specifically excluded other rentals that did not have A/C)!! Although we didn’t need to connect with the host during our stay, prior to this, they were very responsive. If we are in the area again for a short stay, we’d definitely book again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall D.

11 June 2025

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

Great find!

While only here one night in our slow treck around the island, we easily could have stayed longer! Great neighborhood, comfy bed, everything we needed!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody L.

29 May 2025

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

Clean, nice neighborhood, perfect for our needs

Clean studio in a nice neighborhood. Perfect for our needs. Check in was easy and I was sent the code before arrival.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan C.

26 April 2025

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

A sanctuary

The room was clean and very cute. The host was very responsive and helpful and made me feel welcome. This place was better than I expected and featured a beautiful bathroom and garden area that was like a little sanctuary. Highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

22 February 2025

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

Nice little place

We didn’t spend too much time in the unit—mostly used it as a home base and place to sleep, but it was excellent for our purpose. Clean and well stocked, and the directions/instructions were clear. Nice area, lots of hiking and things to see nearby (short drives). The beach is harder to get to than a quick glance at the map might indicate, but it’s a nice walk. Check out Mr Ed’s Bakery

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

3 February 2025

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

Vacation

Nice quaint location located short drive away from Hilo. Perfect for 2

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sujata c.

21 January 2025

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

West coast explore

Perfect location for hikes, gardens and access to private beach

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

3 October 2024

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

Great little spot to rest!

Everything was great! No complaints

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

27 August 2024

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

Perfect for a couple

Amazing neighborhood. Love the walk to Hakalau Beach!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tomáš Z.

29 July 2024

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

Díky za pobyt!

Děkuji za skvělou možnost ubytování v naprosto klidné oblasti :) Vaše tipy jak na blízké tak i vzdálenější vyhlídky nebo pláže se mi velmi hodily. Všem ostatním můžu jedině doporučit!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BEE

23 July 2024

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

Great quick stay

Was a perfect spot for my quick overnight between work travels. Lovely spot. Clean and easy.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

3 June 2024

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

Private and beautiful shower

Perfect little studio with a huge and really nice/new rain shower for the space. Even has pots and pans and a hot plate.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avery P.

27 May 2024

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

Beautiful and quiet place!

Instructions were great, very clean, and perfect size for two of us!

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renate W.

7 May 2024

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

Beautiful Stay

Every thing was perfekt. When we arrived Carla was very friendly. The little condo is perfect for exploring the east coast of Big Island. We had a beautiful stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gisele R.

15 March 2024

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

East Coast lodging

Everything was very modern and clean. It would be nice if there was a kitchen sink or basin in which to wash our dishes. A simple coffee machine would work better than a Keurig machine as there was only one pod per day and we enjoy a few cups of coffee throughout the day. A few extra utensils would also be handy as we like to cook our meals.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yoshi

14 February 2024

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

Very clean and quiet. The room is small but we just needed to sleep somewhere safe and clean. It was perfect for us. Thanks!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

25 January 2024

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

Quiet neighborhood Studio

Wonderful location away from the main towns but easily accessible to main highways that get to everywhere. Clean, quiet. Small so basically for either one person or a couple who likes to be close. It was just what we needed. A quiet place to go to after an active day of exploring the island. Owner very responsive to questions.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dillan D.

14 January 2024

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

Perfect Stay

This Vrbo is perfect. The owners are super friendly and responsive to any questions you may have. They went above and beyond! We were on the island for a week and this is the perfect place to come home to and rest.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

BETHANY

10 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

There is no Oceanview from unit, it is a room on the back of a garage with a garden view. The amenities are overstated. No kitchen, just a microwave, small fridge, coffee maker. Toaster. Only sink for food prep is the bathroom sink. Owner states hot plate and skillet available but there is no space to cook. Bed is a double shoved against a wall, meaning one person has to crawl over the other to get in and out. Had to put our luggage in the bathroom as no room in bedroom for luggage. No AC, and visiting in Dec, with windows open and 3 fans running, room was overly warm and stuffy. Much too small for our 6' bodies, perhaps okay for hobbits

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karla Swarens

I'm your host, Karla. I've been a musician for many years and my husband, Jason does marketing for an online children's education company. We came to Hawaii on our honeymoon decided someday we would move here. So here we are. We fell in love with this part of Hawaii because it is so green and lush compared with Los Angeles where we spent so many years. We love the slower pace as well and we're extremely happy about the fact that we never sit in traffic anymore! :)
Jason loves the ocean and surfing. I love the mountains and hiking and there is no shortage of places to go on the island to keep us both happy.
We love exploring, meeting new people and sharing what we learn about the beautiful places we find along the way.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood, the fantastic ocean views and the peaceful community. Beautiful hikes that are walking distance from the house, or plenty of other Hamakua coast activities that are less than 15 minutes drive from the house. Our studio is a great place to make your 'base camp' where you can have a nice shower, get a comfortable nights sleep and then take day trips around the northern part of the island to see all it has to offer. We are out of town, but not so remote that we're completely isolated. The location is a good, happy medium.

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Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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About this property

Private Studio, 10 min walk to Hakalau Beach, Hamakau Coast. 15 min to Honoli'i

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Similar properties

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

House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

About the area

Hakalau

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

Randall H.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Awesome place

Kevin D.

10/10 Excellent

Dylan D.

Good stuff

Dylan D.

8/10 Good

Marilyn P.

Cosy studio.

Marilyn P.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

Very good

Sherry C.

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Linda N.

10/10 Excellent

carol r.

carol r.

10/10 Excellent

Marshall D.

Great find!

Marshall D.

10/10 Excellent

Jody L.

Clean, nice neighborhood, perfect for our needs

Jody L.

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan C.

A sanctuary

Siobhan C.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.