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Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii

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A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a view of palm trees, and a beach in the background.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table with flowers, a large window with curtains, and a door leading to a garage.
A living room with a black sofa, a wicker chair, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, a road, and a coastline.
A tropical garden with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Kehena, 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 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
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. Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Map
Kehena, 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 - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii on 9 November 2026 start from NZ$361, 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.

How much is parking at Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Cottage w/ AC @ Kehena Beach, Hawaii located?

Located in Kehena Beach Estates, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.8 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

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

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

Wonderful Stay

Beautiful location, comfortable cabin and great hosts. Our 5th time staying here so that tells you something.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable cottage in great location

Sweet cottage with spacious master bedroom and great bed. We enjoyed it here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location! Location, location, location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our quick visit to this side of Big Island

Very pleased. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to find. Loved the ocean being across the street. Spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect setting!

Everything was perfect. Loved being right next to a great beach and having a wonderful setting to watch the sunrise.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2021
We love to read that our guests enjoyed their stay. This truly is a magical place! The sunrises over the ocean are amazing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Cottage

The cottage is perfect for a couple. We loved the size, the lanai overlooking the ocean was so relaxing. Close to nature and not touristy. A bit of a drive to town, but worth it.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2023
Amen to that! This is a semi- remote location for those that do not want to be in a typical city. For those CC that really want to ‘ get away’, this may be a good choice. There is a market, Hawaiian Bar, deli within 4 miles for your convenience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful staycation!

It was so nice to stay at this cottage. The location is wonderful and I miss it already! Everything was so clean and peaceful. Don't hesitate to book this property. It's great!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2020
This is the kind of review that we cherish. We are so proud to hear comments like this and we hear it a lot. Kehena Beach is all that and more - a truly magical place. Thank you a Brian
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful, again

4th time here over the years and will continue to come back. Great setting, beautiful small cottage, everything you need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2024
Yes, we have 3 great oceanfront cottages and we’ve found that ‘ each one’ has its unique qualities that our guests love. They each have a great ocean view.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
So close to the beach. Loved hearing the sound of the ocean and staying around the pretty foliage. Periodic rain made for some peaceful and energizing relaxation time. Will be recommending to family and friends that need a relaxing place to rest and rejuvenate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning views

Location felt secluded with out being far away from everything. Views from the porch were lovely. Cottages were the perfect size, and had everything we needed. Hike down to the beach across the street is definitely worth it. The locals were so helpful and friendly. I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2021
Yes, this cute cottage is located in a semi- remote but beautiful coastal Hawaiian community. The nearest store w/ deli and Hawaiian Bar is just 3.4 miles down our same road. Old Pahoa Town is just up the hill 16 miles and they have a brand new shopping center w/ McDonlads, Pizza Hut, Popeyes, Thai Food, Malama Super Market and many others. Most guests just live this area but if you need to be in the city - this isn’t for you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage right across from the ocean

Nice place, laid back feel,AC in the bedroom and good bed for a comfortable night sleep. Kehena black sand beach right across the road- you do have to climb down to it and trail is not well marked so ask anyone at the top how to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Yes, we are quite pleased with our great reviews and it’s even better. We now have very high speed internet if you need to work.
Archival

8/10 Good

Beautiful house in a wonderful location

This is a quaint and well maintained little house in a beautiful location directly across the street from a pristine black sand beach. We watched a magnificent sunset and the kids played in the water although it was a little rough. It was a l tough to cook because they did not have a full kitchen but we made it work. I would recommend this place to a friend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Mahalo for the kind words. Yes, we do our best to keep this Cottage cute, clean, and well maintained. While the county does not allow 3 full kitchens on one property- we do provide a MW and toaster oven in the utility room which has been working well for most guests. If you need a full kitchen, try the Whale House- it's only about $5 more. Mahalo
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kehena Beach!

This was our second stay at Dolphin Cottage. Kehena Beach is the obvious first attraction, as its across the street. If you've never been to Kehena, it's worth a visit. Beautiful sunrise, constant waves (watch out for the intermittent big wave) and interesting people. If you want some quiet time, you can sit on the balcony of Dolphin and listen to the palms rustle in the breeze. Dolphin is a good central point to visit Hilo, Pahoa, and VNP. Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2022
Yes, if you want to get away from tourist traps and cities, this is a semi- remote area where you can relax and enjoy ‘ real Hawaii’ and see the interesting people mentioned. So, if you want to experience ‘ something new and different’, try it. You may fall in love with the area and want to come back over and over again 🤟🏽🌴💕
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

I was only there for the night as I was traveling through the area but really enjoyed the home and the location right on the ocean. It's a quiet little neighborhood. Very quaint. Andre and Susan were responsive via text and even sent over a new coffee maker early in the morning when the existing one broke on me. They were great and the house was VERY clean. OVerall great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2021
Yes, this is such a nice neighborhood It makes you feel that you are in Kauai where over 200 Hollywood movies were filmed. It’s very green and tropical. People are friendly and you can feel the ‘ aloha spirit ‘. We love to see our guests happy and enjoying themselves - that’s our goal!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kehena Delights

We were thrilled to have found this gem of a home at this dramatically scenic location. The photos really do not do it justice. Wish we could have stayed longer. It would have been helpful to know that there was a single burner hot plate, but we managed to plan food that would not require cooking! Mahalo!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. No real cell phone service, so take a screen shot before you go so you have the door code.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Kitchen

Cute cottage across the street from beach. Quiet neighborhood. Full kitchen space but attention to no microwave or stove Drive to nearest store so I had bought groceries before arriving not knowing I would be unable to cook. Addition of at least a microwave would have made it perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet get away

If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle this is the place! I loved walking across the street to take a swim in the morning. We drove around to see the 2018 volcano eruption. Everything is so lush. My husband and I really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, Beauty, solitude

Loved walking across the street in the morning with a cup of coffee and looking down on the ocean. Morning sun onto the deck was relaxing and invigorating. All amenities available were exactly what we needed for a 5 day get away!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Absolutely! If you are looking to ‘ get away ‘ from city life - come to beautiful Kehena Beach. It’s semi- remote but just close enough to fine restaurants and stores. If you love nature and natural beauty - this is a place that you will never forget and it will call you back. .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

I came her with my two teenagers. Loved the cottage, super cute and clean. Very comfortable. The beach access is very close and the sunrises are amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the perfect place to stay, and directly across the street from the beach we were married at! My only regret was not staying longer! It had everything we could possibly need and it was so very clean! I felt so relaxed there!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous spot, friendly vibe, across the street from what is arguably the most beautiful beach ever

I will be back, great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2022
Yes, two common statements that we hear a lot are: 1. ‘we will be back’ 2. ‘ wished we would have stayed longer.’
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2022
I agree! Our 4.7 out of 5.0 star rating tells it all. It’s very RARE that you will see a 5 star anywhere so I think most people do agree … it’s a NICE PLACE in a beautiful semi- remote location known as Puna! 👍
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