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Mika Kai 4 bd w/Pool and Hot Tub - Epic Spot for Whale Watching!!!

Waterfront holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Pool
Pool
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
  • Place, Port of Hilo
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Mika Kai 4 bd w/Pool and Hot Tub - Epic Spot for Whale Watching!!!

Fully Licensed Short Term Rental
STVR-19-344467/NUC-19-255
GE-131-303-1680-01
TA-131-303-1680-01

Each guest will be asked to sign a rental agreement after booking is accepted.

Fabulous furnishings and upgrades to this already beautiful house.
Here is the base of operation for your Big Island adventure. Mika Kai is a beautiful oceanfront home in a tropical Hawaiian setting. It sits on lava bluff about 15 feet above the crashing waves. The oceanfront pool, hot tub and huge lanai give you a private resort all your own. This beautifully decorated home is not your ordinary vacation rental. Each bedroom is like your own hotel room, with en-suite private bath.

Fully fenced and gated, it has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 stories, over 3000 square feet, and right on the blue Pacific. This is a super comfortable home for your family group. The layout of the house is: 4 spacious Bedrooms – all 4 ensuite, each with its own private bathroom. The bedrooms are situated as such: downstairs has a master suite with a King Bed and a Japanese soak tub; a second bedroom downstairs has 2 Twin Beds. Upstairs has 2 more bedrooms both with Queen Beds. A second living room that works as an office area is located upstairs. This area is open to downstairs, very dramatic. On the main level, under the soaring ceilings, you will find an expansive living room with lots of comfortable seating, a large fully stocked and equipped modern kitchen, a dining room with seating for 8, a 5th bathroom with shower. A washing machine and clothes dryer including laundry soap for your use.

At Mika Kai you will find guidebooks, Hawaii reef fish identification books, Big Island picture books, up-to-date pamphlets, and insider tips on secrets only known to the locals. Yet you may find that you wish to just sit on the lanai at Mika Kai and never leave. That’s okay too. For your enjoyment, we have beach towels, and various water flotation items. Pack your swimsuits and come on over!

You will love the surrounding nature and the natural beauty of the area. Volcano National Park is approximately 45 minutes away. Great snorkeling is about 20 minutes. Waterfalls, nature hikes, champagne pond, steam vent caves, black sand beaches, surfing & boogie boarding, botanical gardens and scenic drives through rainforest are all nearby. Hilo is the second largest city in the Hawaiian Islands. This is old Hawaii at its natural best. The whale watching from November through March from Mika Kai's huge lanai is some of the best you'll find in all the Islands.

Note: Mika Kai is in a residential neighborhood and to be good neighbors we do not rent the house for large parties or events. We do not allow more than a total of 8 people on the property at any one time. Quiet hours are from 9:00pm to 8:00am.

Security cameras on property for surveillance when property is vacant.

Guests will be asked to sign a rental agreement and liability form. Rate is based on guest count. Only the guests that are staying at the home are allowed at the home - no other visitors. Mahalo!

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please ask about kids 3-12 years old
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number GE-131-303-1680-01, TA-131-303-1680-01, 3150320520000

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are local attractions and 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.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 36 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 40 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Port of Hilo - 40 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 46 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 46 min drive - 30.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Poppy - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nicky's Mobile Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Thai Noodle House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mika Kai 4 bd w/Pool and Hot Tub - Epic Spot for Whale Watching!!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mika Kai 4 bd w/Pool and Hot Tub - Epic Spot for Whale Watching!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mika Kai 4 bd w/Pool and Hot Tub - Epic Spot for Whale Watching!!! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mika Kai 4 bd w/Pool and Hot Tub - Epic Spot for Whale Watching!!! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mika Kai 4 bd w/Pool and Hot Tub - Epic Spot for Whale Watching!!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 9 miles (15 km) of Hawaiian Beaches Park and Pahoa Museum. Lava Tree State Monument and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

R B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Mina Kai while visiting with family on Hawai'i island. The location was perfect for exploring all that east Hawai'i has to offer and the house had ample room for our extended family. The sunrises were absolutely beautiful. Mahalo
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

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

Beautiful!

The views from the home are absolutely stunning - they can't be beat!! The owners are highly responsive and flexible. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michal B.

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

Great view!

Amazing locations, nice pool, magnificent view.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Beautiful Home!

Mika Kai was amazing, beautiful home situated on a spectacular stretch of coastline! The home is very comfortable and well appointed, was the perfect place for relaxation after our long days sightseeing and adventuring!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Anniversary

We had an awesome time at the property. Views were breathtaking. Very comfortable rooms and the pool definitely hit the spot after a long day of exploring. We loved Hilo town vibes and were still within driving distance to enjoy the Kona side as well. Overall a wonderful week and will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW B.

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

What a great spot

Easy and Juanita was helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

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

Friends Trip

Wonderful home , well stocked Room for everyone Watched whales enjoyed the pool and hot tub Walks in neighborhood and along the shoreline . Beautiful park at end of Beach Road a must see
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Fantastic place and island stay

We really enjoyed the house and the Big Island. We used a car to see many parts of the island. And we’re very happy to come home to a quiet house with a beautiful view. House could use a few updates but overall was the perfect size for 7 people, with all the amenities we could want.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAMES B.

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

Thanksgiving in Hawaii

Great house. Has everything you need. Morning coffee on the covered porch is the best. Just remember November has the most rainfall. The cover porch came in handy to enjoy views and stay out of the rain. Overall whole family loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

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

A back to nature experience.

This location is perfect for a back to nature experience. The lava flows on the property are stunning, and the ocean view is breath taking. We experienced picture perfect ocean sprays as the waves crashed upon the lava coast spraying 10 ft high. There are plenty of natural fruit and flowers around the property. We saw pineapple, bananas and lots of coconuts of which one fell from a tree and we got to taste it. Holly was a great asset helping our family get comfortable and recommended places for us to visit. We plan to definitely stay here again. Aloha
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary H.

A perfect Week in Paradise

We have stayed in 4-5 oceanfront properties in the Puna District of Keaau. Most of them extremely wonderful. Enjoying those experiences, I must now say that Mika Kai stands above them all. It is a gorgeous property and comfortably luxurious. The furnishings are beautiful and the house is decorated throughout with accents that demonstrate a knowing touch. It is fully stocked with everything you could need for the kitchen (which in itself is fantastic), outdoors or a late evening in front of the television. The lanai and pool have plenty of seating and the bedrooms inside are roomy and cozy. Mika Kai is my new definition of wonderful! I can't wait to return.

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Vacation saving property!

We stayed at Mika Kai for 7 very rainy days (our vacation just happened to align with a weather pattern known as a “Kona low”) and the only reason the vacation wasn’t ruined was because of this house. It was amazing! I was traveling with my family of 4, my parents and my sister and her husband. The house afforded us a wonderful gathering area as well as our own spaces to retreat to. We spent most of our time under the covered lanai watching the rain, playing in the pool and warming up in the hot tub. The oceanfront setting could not be more idyllic and we saw a whale or two pass by more days than not. The house and kitchen were very well stocked with anything that we may have needed. We would definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hans P.

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

Great location on North Shore

We recently stayed at this beautiful house had a wonderful experience. The location of the house is amazing - on the lava cliffs right on the ocean with stunning views of the sea, dolphins and sea turtles. The pool was also a great addition and provided a perfect spot for relaxation and soaking up the sun. The rooms were comfortable and spacious, and the house was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. While the bathrooms were a bit outdated, they were clean and functional. One thing to keep in mind is that the house is about a 30-minute drive from beautiful beaches in Hilo or the Kehena black sands beach, as well as shopping and restaurants. Overall, we highly recommend this house for anyone looking for a peaceful and scenic vacation on Big Island Hawaii. The service was also very responsive and helpful, which made for an even better experience. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Great stay and views

Great location and overall beautiful property. There are undisclosed security cameras that are on the back porch and pool area. The supplies in the kitchen are substandard (cutlery, cooking supplies, pans, etc - everything needed a wash and were broken/missing). The pool has seen better days, missing tiles, broken steps, and dirty, but those are very nit picky for this home. The two bedrooms on the main level were great and the upstairs rooms provided a nice “getaway” place from everyone. Each bedroom having a bathroom is fantastic. There is a well stocked supply area and we added several things such as towels, toiletries, sunscreen, etc. Very thoughtful of the owner to have such an area. Overall, this home is a 9.5/10 - maintenance and pool area needs a little love, but the ocean views are worth every penny. We hope to stay here when we return to the island.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Really Spectacular

Mika Kai makes for a dream vacation, especially for families as there are 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Each bedroom has its own private bath. Mika Kai is large, comfortable and decorated in Hawaiian style. Right away, you say "Ah, now this is a vacation!" Ingrid, the new owner, stayed many times during the years at Mika Kai. When it became available to buy, she just knew she had to be the new owner. Her exquisite taste and love of Mika Kai show in every aspect of its care. Ingrid is a native of Hawaii and you feel it in the many special touches. Mika Kai now has all new furnishings, with emphasis on making Mika Kai the premier vacation rental on the Hilo side of the Big Island. The landscaping is gorgeous and the views are beyond outstanding. The oceanfront pool, jacuzzi and 2 dining areas (one covered) make for great outside space and family enjoyment. You couldn't choose a better place to spend your well-deserved vacation. We highly recommend it and plan to return to Mika Kai whenever we are on the Big Island.

8/10 Good

Michele S.

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

Lovely Location

Beautiful and peaceful home with beautiful sunrises. Large and expansive deck to relax on. We had no issues with pool tiles cutting us as previous reviews have stated. Little problems kept coming up though: new router from cable company had to be installed, electrician turned off power to house, landscaper working during afternoon in (all windows are open around the house due to no air conditioning so there was no escaping the mower, blower and raking of rocks) and the DVD player not working. Communication with the owner was perfect, and quickly connected with them. Just kept having issues that kept it from being a relaxing stay. At the time of this writing -The house next door has some construction going on, but the company was being as quiet and respectful as they could be. Only issue that could have been avoided - To have a head's up when the landscaper and electrician is scheduled to come then you can schedule your time to explore the area while they can do their work around the property (3-4 hours)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Richard J B.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

A Relaxing Lavabluff Lanai

An oceanfront house in Hawaii? Fantastic! Mika Kai is a beautiful looking home, with a tropical front yard, and a lush, adjacent, empty lot. But, it’s the enormous ocean-facing deck and lanai with wonderful lava bluffs that really stole the show! Inside, there are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms with many windows and patio doors to keep things cool. There were, unfortunately, some downsides for us. Finishes showed age, the layout was warrenlike, and different flooring suggested uncoordinated past remodels. Some windows and sliders were difficult to operate, and the AC units were too noisy to keep on. The garage couldn’t be used for secured parking, and the entry gate didn’t lock because the opener was broken, lowering our sense of security. Outside, cameras surrounded the house which limited our sense of privacy. The host never checked in to ask if we needed anything, unusual in our experience. The pool and hot tub had too much floating debris to feel confident about using these. Folks in the camper trailer two lots down were loud, and came over to hang out and fish in front of our deck, limiting our views and privacy. We saw a few roaches inside, the tree frogs were maddeningly loud at night (both island issues), and the beach-outing items provided were in too bad a shape to use. Having paid about the same for like rentals elsewhere on the Big Island we wondered if we paid too much for Mika Kai. Overall, the house is relaxing, with beautiful sunrises, and awesome vistas.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As beautiful as the pictures were of the property, it was more breathtaking upon arrival . Very relaxing and zen…There were 8 of us . A multigenerational family from 14-80. The house was spacious and comfortable. The air-conditioning in all the bedrooms, needed in July, worked well.We had an issue, when we first arrived, but the owners were immediately available to give us an updated code to the entrance gate. Other small concerns were addressed in a timely manner.
Driveway, leading to the front of the house .
Splashing waves against the lava.
The beautiful enormous deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

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

Birthday trip

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimitry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, awesome to watch the sunrise
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bella C.

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

Fantastic Family Stay

Absolutely wonderful fun and clean place to spend time with my family. We were a party of 6 and there was plenty of space to spread out and move around. Kitchen gave us a much needed break from eating out as it was well stocked and a pleasure to cook in. The view is stunning and being able to just walk out the back door and stand on the cliffs and watch the ocean sprays was the best. Each room had its own bathroom and AC unit which was great for giving us some privacy and kept our bedrooms nice and cool to sleep in. Would highly recommend for any group stay and will definitely look forward to staying there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carli N.

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

Beautiful view

View from the yard is beautiful. House was clean and host was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Halie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Lovely Views

The property itself is nice, and well equipped. I will note that it does NOT have central A/C, which I will admit I missed in the listing. It has portable A/Cs in the bedrooms (one did not work) that are helpful. The views are stunning, the lava rock is amazing to look at and walk on, but it's an extremely remote feeling property. It takes a good 20 minutes just to get to Hilo from the property, so if you're looking for a quiet, secluded stay, this is a good choice. If you're looking to explore, its a bit too remote in my opinion. Property has thoughtful touches like bottled water, a well stocked laundry room, snorkel gear, etc. All in all I'd stay again if it weren't so off the beaten path. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jill A.

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

Family vacation

Loved the home! Small glitches with codes for access, but property management was easy to get in touch with and easily solved.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Trip of a lifetime

My vacation at Mika Kai was nothing short of amazing. My family and I did not end up traveling far from the home and spent every moment we could swimming in the pool, relaxing in the hot tub, and staring off into the beautiful ocean. The home was very large, spacious and comfortable and we had our space away from each other when needed and lots of places to gather when we wanted to be together. I felt like we were staying at a private mini resort! The home was tastefully decorated, beds so comfortable, and the kitchen well stocked with all the appliances we needed. We wish our stay had been longer but we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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