Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)

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A covered patio with a mosaic table and a wicker chair, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A tropical garden with palm trees and various plants, a wooden fence, and a view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses surrounded by dense palm trees, a road, and a beach with waves.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a large window with curtains, a floor lamp, and a vase of flowers on a patterned rug.
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Kehena Beach, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Pahoa

Located in Kehena Beach Estates, a neighbourhood in Pahoa, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Mackenzie State Park and Pohoiki reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Hilo Coffee Mill. Akatsuka Orchid Gardens and Aloha Candy Company are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Map
Kehena Beach, HI

What's nearby

  • Kehena Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pohoiki Beach - 16 min drive - 14.1 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 50 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Port of Hilo - 55 min drive - 67.0 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 57 min drive - 68.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪paradise - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Behind the Bamboo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hale Aloha At Kalani - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ono Korean Bbq - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Jokers Hideout - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whale House w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii (Oceanfront) located?

Located in Kehena Beach Estates, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Star of the Sea Painted Church and Mackenzie State Park. Pohoiki and Pohoiki Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

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
This property was so very quiet, quaint, and peaceful. Lol, except for the frogs. We loved the area and did a lot of site seeing in the area! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view of the ocean from the lanai for your morning coffee. Good value, quiet, very private feel. Great spot to enjoy the black sand beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AC in the bedroom was a godsend after a warm day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, good amenities, easy check in/out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean and cute cottage. Hosts very informative. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute property, private, very clean! Love the patio with views of the ocean! You may want to consider renting a small to midsize car as parking is tight and can be a challenge..
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

Really liked staying here. Beautiful location and a very well furnished, cozy lil place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and beautiful location! In the past, we stayed at the Kailua-Kona side but wanted to give this side of the island a visit. The area is so beautiful and the vista to the ocean was spectacular The space had everything we could ask for including a cooler and beach chairs which made all our beach trips more comfortable! A/C in the bedroom made for restful sleep. Keep your screens closed and that will help with bugs. Dust on lamps and a small fan made me sneeze, but all good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Lamp shade and fan replaced. We always remind our guests that we are close to the rainforest and yo close screen doors at night when lights are on.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kehena Beach Hideaway

The house was really clean and in a great location to enjoy Kehena beach which is just across the road.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2023
While most guests ( young and senior) really enjoy this beach, there are some folks ( usually disabled in some form) that have trouble w/ the rock stairs so it’s not for everyone. It is however the MOST POPULAR black sand beach on this side of Hawaii.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

My family and I were only on the Big Island for two days but this property was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2023
If you are looking to avoid busy tourist areas and want to experience ‘ real Hawaii’ , this may be the place. It’s across from the ocean where you can hear the waves crashing on the cliffs below. During winter months, you can see and hear whales from this cottage … and that’s why we named it Whale House. 🤟🏽
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great big island stay

Loved the whale house, cute little kitchen, lots of beautiful flowers and a walk across the street to Kehena Beach, which we liked more than Pohoiki Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
It warms our heart when we get great reviews like this. Yes, Kehena Beach is the most popular black sand beach in Puna, Hawaii. On Sundays you will see a line of cars on both sides of the street as people come from all over to the famous ‘ drum circle’ and static dance festivities. When Monday comes, the place is so peaceful. It’s truly a unique place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely cottage facing the ocean. It has an AC unit in the bedroom that was helpful with the humidity of the coast. The fold out sofa worked just fine for our family of 4, and everything felt comfy with a great beach vibe. We only stayed one night for our Hilo and Volcano National Park trip but would have enjoyed a longer stay too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location.

Loved the location. The house was really nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredibly tranquil

Right across the street from the beach easy parking easy everything incredible place highly recommend to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2025
We try hard to make our guests happy. Yes, Puna is a beautiful place !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice place to stay right by the ocean. Peaceful and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bungalow tucked away in paradise. Check-in was easy, kitchen supplies were sufficient for the two of us and wifi was more than sufficient. It’s “off the beaten path”, but if you want a touch of tranquil Hawaii, this place will transport you there
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Oceanside stay

Wonderful stay with easy access to a gorgeous black sand beach . Highly recommend! Clean cottage with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary in Paradise 🌺

We had a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical Stay

This place was peaceful and so relaxing. It does have 2 other homes on the property, but it felt very private. Definitely worth a stay! Loved the patio! One of favorite stays ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Yes, the 3 cottages are located in lower Puna across from Kehena Beach. We love the fact that it’s not only beautiful down here but a great place to get away from the city and relax.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Whale house @ Kehena Beach

Clean, easy check in. Owners were very quick to respond and very accommodating when our plans changed. We really enjoyed our stay, nice place to decompress.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute little house

Such a cute little property.Rented here before and always happy about it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

This was an absolutely lovely location. Hosts were amazing. The property was great. I would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2022
We work hard to get reviews like this and are thrilled to here them. This truly is a beautiful semi- remote location that most people love. If you want to see the ‘ real’ Hawaii and not a tourist trap - this is it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet getaway

Clean quiet property near the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right!

We had a great time. Communication with Andre and Susan was quick, property was clean and cozy. The location was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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