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OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Rainbow Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstair Unit private bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Upstairs Unit Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Unit Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Unit Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Central Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Unit Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH

Very unique property—like staying at a private resort, this listing is for TWO units on the same property with separate entrances. Located within minutes from downtown HIlo in a very quiet neighborhood, a short walk to a surfing beach and swimming river park… it’s everything for a group getaway.

Both upstairs and downstairs have full ocean views, with relaxing lanai furniture. Full kitchens in both units, washer and dryer on site… with stocked amenities.

A 3-minute walk takes you to watch surfers at Honoli'i Beach or to jump in the adjoining river for a refreshing swim. Explore the Big Island from the convenience of Hilo, or treat your stay like a resort vacation with the swimming pool just steps from your door.

The upstairs is airy and grand with unending ocean views; the downstairs is a more modest but also spacious fully stocked unit.

Together there are 3 bedrooms and 2 sofabeds.

Kitchens: Full-sized appliances, microwave and toaster oven, garbage disposal. Amenities and supplies cover basic needs, and we can also help with special requests if you can give us advance notice.

Living rooms: Each with a sofabed that sleeps two, 55-inch TV with digital channels (Spectrum) and internet connection to let you sign-in to your streaming services.

Dining area: Comfortably seats 4, as well as a breakfast counter in kitchen, and remote-controlled fan/light.

Lanai (porch): seats that look to the pool or ocean.

Pool: remodeled in October 2021, has a bahama (seating in shallow water) area and plenty of poolside lounging areas. Guests are given priority and exclusive use of pool (not shared while guests present).

Yard: very expansive grassy yard with unblocked ocean views. Guests are given priority and exclusive use of pool (not shared while guests present).

We provide linen (including beach towels), basic bathroom amenities, and can provide a pack-n-play, high chair or bbq grill upon request. Parking is available in our gated driveway that we share with our guests. We do recommend a local car rental company if you plan to explore the Big Island (they aren't kidding when they say big).

We encourage guests to research and expect that we live on the ocean in a tropical climate--Hilo is the more humid side of Big Island, which we love for the soft air, but can mean more rainfall. Birds, geckos and insects are common and will occasionally sneak close to the house. Though they are harmless, we take great pains to keep our house pest-free and pride ourselves on keeping a clean home. Coqui frogs are now a characteristic of HIlo, they are never seen but gently sing every night for a few hours starting at dusk. Expect to fall asleep to the sound of waves every night... and every day is a chance to watch the sun start a new day if you want to wake up that early!

Property manager

Mari Burns
Premier Host

Languages

Japanese

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Recommended supervision at pool.
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Events

No events allowed
Due to local ordinance.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No unregistered guests overnight. All visitors must have owner consent.
Quiet Hours are 9pm-8am: please be kind to our neighbors. :)
Please remove your shoes inside: this is very customary in Hawaii.

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
Note from host: Due to local ordinance.
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
Property Registration Number GE-071-399-2704-01, 260250040000, TA-071-399-2704-01

About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wailuku River State Park and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Honoli'i Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Pesto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kula Shave Ice - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is OCEANFRONT DUPLEX, with POOL, SAUNA and steps from BEACH located?

This family-friendly Hilo holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Honoli'i Beach and Honoli'i Beach Park. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 83 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip to Hilo
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise found!
Superb apartment with very cool vibe stunning cliff top sunrise views and swimming pool. Every detail so nicely done. Very easy to find and so close to town. Will definitely return for longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property beautiful ocean view.
Clean, as advertized, easy check in, great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The sound of surf
We stayed at this lovely place for 5 days in Oct. Pros: - very clean; not fancy, but nice - nice appliances; well stocked kitchen - nicely landscaped yard with stunning ocean views and the lights of Hilo across the water at night - great communication from hosts - large windows/ sliding doors facing the ocean so great views even while eating or relaxing inside - comfy lounge chairs in the shade and by the pool - free use of the pool whenever we wanted (but we needed to skim it first because of many little bugs floating in the water) -wonderful ocean views, and that lovely sound of the surf crashing - walking distance to a surfing beach, not swimmable for us but neat to watch the surfers - quiet residential neighborhood but convenient to Hilo for groceries/ restaurants - quite a bit to see and do in the area and not as rainy as I was expecting Cons: - the frogs are very loud at night. My husband had no problem falling asleep and staying asleep. I had to sleep with a pillow covering my ears. Bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper - this is a lower floor unit so sometimes at night/ early morning I could hear people walking overhead or chairs being moved around. Ear plugs would have fixed that. -no laundry so fine for 5 days but not great for a longer visit
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!
This place was just right for us. Near Hilo, just down the street from a lovely beach, waves crashed, frogs sang, unit was so comfortable, clean and had everything we needed including sharp knives! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. We loved the spectacular sunrises.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Beautiful view! Easy to communicate with the owner
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Dangerous entro
It was very very narrow stone walkway down into the apartment Dangerous!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful stay. The house is beautiful. It's very clean and well stocked. Lots of special little touches. We very much appreciated the calm beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hilo beach rental
Perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Beautiful home. Lived up to listing details. Right next to the beach. Beautiful ocean views.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alain T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
Great place to stay if you love to surf! Spacious. Nice set up. Quiet. Safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Excellent location, host kind, beautiful house. All was as described. Private pool is a plus. All necessary amnesties for an excellent family vacation. Thank you Mari !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

CRAIG f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Spactacular Location
Great location on the ocean. Inside is Spartain and dated. Overhead stomping and other noise was annoying. The descending walkway was daunting for old guys.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing view
First words out of my brides mouth when she got to the top of the stairs was, "Babe, you done good. Oh my God this is amazing." It was the perfect place to spent our week on the BI. We love this side of the island and the ability to be so far north and still be withing Hilo I'm 20 minutes was fantastic. We loved the views and the home. My now wofe wants to go back without the kids to enjoy this property all over just the two of us again. Hopefully not during the rainy season as much and for a longer stay if they do a longer term stay rate. It was breathtaking and I wouldn't have traded it for the world. It would be a home like it or this one I'd like to own one day that is for certain.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First stay in Hilo
Great place to stay! Lovely to hear the waves at night. Host was great, very accommodating and helpful. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Enjoyable and beautiful place. Very clean and well organized. Loved hearing the frogs at night and the sound of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honoli’i Heaven
I have a deep appreciation for Hilo and aloha, This beautiful views this property offers can only be seen to fully appreciate its mesmerizing wonder. The hosts were excellent, the property was clean and well equipped with all the necessities. Mahalo
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Singing waves and coqui frog paradise
This lodging worked perfectly for my husband and I and our 21 year old son. The pull-out sofa is extremely comfortable. The kitchen was very well appointed with plenty of spices and starter sets of coffee and treats. The pool is lovely and refreshing and has three levels. The views of the cruise ships sailing into the port of Hilo each day was enjoyable. And Honoli’i beach is just a short walk up the street. The lodging provides guests with beach chairs, beach umbrella and kid boogie boards which is a very nice touch. There is also a booklet with suggested restaurants and sightseeing options throughout the areas of the island which was very helpful. We took the suggestions for Pineapple’s, Kenichi’s, and the Hilo Burger Bar and were glad we did. The hosts were very nice and helpful. We had a lovely time being their guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lowell T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flat on the Ocean
Great flat on the ocean with tranquil views, open windows all around that alloed you to hear all the tropical sounds of Hawaii. Beautiful grounds and pool with a comfy setting minutes from town and close to many points of interest. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Our hosts were excellent and responsive. Location and home as advertised. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Hilo Space!
We loved staying here! The kids had a great time in the pool with the pool toys and variable depth water. We slept well at night in the comfy bed to the sounds of crashing waves and coqui frogs (they’re noisy but we loved it). The kids liked the couch bed. The space was open feeling, easy to access, very clean and well-appointed. Plenty of dishes, cooking gear, board games, art supplies, and other helpful odds and ends. It was easy to get to attractions around Hilo, Volcanoes Nat’l Park, etc. There was a helpful guide book by the hosts. The check-in/check-out process was easy. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting!
A lovely place with great ocean views! Peaceful, comfy!! The entrance was challenging for my husband who has mobility issues but otherwise, a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2024
Property as advertised, clean and well stocked. Great views and location to downtown Hilo, Volcanoes Natl Park and local state parks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

D H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
The place was just what we needed for a two week getaway.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

pmadvig

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!
Enjoy the sunrise or whale-watching through the huge windows of the spacious great room. Relax in or around the pool. Easily prepare meals on the well-equiped kitchen then store leftovers in the large assortment of sealable food containers. Buy lower-priced fresh fruits and veggies at the Hilo Farmers Market nearby. Take time to explore and hike. We especially like the Pololu Valley Trail and Volcanoes National Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mari Burns

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Aloha! We are excited to share our home with travelers visiting Hawaii. We have created a welcome space in our ground-floor flat while we occupy the upstairs.

We cannot describe the calm and aloha that we have experienced as Hilo residents. Dubbed "the rainy side," "the local side," and such--all true but what is unique is the charm of old downtown Hilo, and the lack of hustle-bustle or traffic that this more quiet side of the island can offer.

Why they chose this property

We are surrounded by lovely neighbors--many who are born in Hilo or active residents of our community. Very spaced out but still a neighborhood, we have the security and safety of a community but also the privacy and calm that feels like a resort.

What makes this property unique

Our property is in a very small, family-oriented neighborhood on the Hamakua coast, very close to town which makes it an ideal base. The entire property has great ocean views, feels private, and has a huge yard with unblocked views of the ocean and a private pool.

Languages:

Japanese

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