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Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.

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A private bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, surrounded by various potted plants and a bamboo wall.
A modern house with a stone foundation, a covered porch, and a view of the surrounding tropical landscape.
A bathroom with a bathtub, a hanging plant, and a wooden sculpture.
A room with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and decorative hanging ornaments.
A room with a sofa, wicker furniture, decorative wall art, and hanging lanterns.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, Pahoa Museum
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

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About the area

Keaau

Hawaiian Paradise Park is home to this cottage. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lava Tree State Monument and Hawaiian Beaches Park. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Map
Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Pahoa Museum - 17 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 27 min drive - 26.9 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 31 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Port of Hilo - 36 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 38 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Marzo's Country Sports Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lava Thai Food - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Cafe - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. located?

Situated in Hawaiian Paradise Park, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum, Lava Tree State Monument and Hawaiian Beaches Park. Kilauea Caverns of Fire and Ha'ena Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Of all 4 places I stayed on my vacation in Hawaii, this beat out all the rest by a mile! The stay was very clean, beautiful, and very tastefully decorated. The host was kind and quick with communication. 11/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful decor and a great place to stay. The atmosphere was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn’t want to leave. Quiet, private secured studio. We loved everything about our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun cozy little place. Great for couples.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very authentic Polynesian decor and grounds with gracious hosts made for a memorable stay in the tropical paradise of Puna.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to check in, very safe, Good island feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay !!

Beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Hale Hapu'u! Serene, well appointed, and as cool as the photos make it seem. Whether enjoying morning coffee on the lanai or an evening bath to the sounds of tree frogs, every moment and detail makes a stay here well worth it. Scott was incredibly communicative and responsive when we had any needs/requests. As a frequent visitor to the Islands this'll definitely be a return spot when we come back to Hilo.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an unbelievable stay at your gorgeous home. I cannot say enough good things…from your decor to your hospitality you did not miss a thing!!! We have stayed in many vrbo’s and this is by far our most memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Beautiful place with all the extras
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Want to stay here again!

Can't wait to come back and spend more time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a lovely home with a very nice lanai.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing spot

Really nice spot close to the city but also enjoying the surrounding nature, would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kilo Volcano area visit

It was an amazing place to stay and visit the area. Few residents stays ha e been this nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and beautiful designed room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Hawaiian experience

The property and mgmt of it was all around excellent. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique guest house near Hilo

Amazing little guest house near Hilo! Hawaiian decorated with wood carved pieces. Every detail is thought of & home is very comfortable. Good location for everything around Hilo & Vocanos National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything was amazing !

A 5 minute drive to a scenic ocean view with places to sit on the rocks , close to the highways to get to volcanoes national . The house was beautiful and everything we needed !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A piece of paradise

The stay at Hale Hapu'u was great in every way! Beautiful Ohana with great attention to detail, privacy and easy communication and self-check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great tropical retreat

Hale Hapu’u was a wonderful retreat. Very clean, cozy, had most everything we needed, and we especially loved the lanai which is beautifully done and the perfect spot for eating, studying, and just spending time. We really appreciated to attention to detail that was put into this guest house!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Our stay was perfect. Exactly as pictured.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hospitality was incredible! Beautiful and very comfortable property. This property had air conditioning which was also a huge plus considering the temperatures. The property wasn’t too far of a drive from surrounding restaurants, beaches, and parks. This was overall a very well rounded and maintained property with a great host. I highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

So cozy!

Love everything about this place! The ambiance, the coziness-- it was a get away within a get away! Mahalo nui loa!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

Beautiful property, both inside and out. The attention to detail on decorations is incredible. Not to be missed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and peaceful

The art on the property is amazing. The night frogs and day bird sounds were very relaxing. Loved the outdoor patio and tub area. Like a spa!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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