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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 348 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

KeALOHA - INCREDIBLE views, Spectacular Beach Park, the Best snorkeling, Turtles

The MAUNA LOA SHORES is right on the ocean in HILO; an exceptional town with plenty to do here on the east side of our beautiful island. The Beach Park next door where you can swim with sea turtles is a once in a life experience. My 45 years as a resident and 42 years as a Realtor here will insure you know where to go and what to do to make it the perfect stay.

Beautifully decorated and furnished, Finest in the Mauna Loa Shores..Best view of the Carlsmith Beach Park next door. Your bed overlooks the waves. The ultimate place for your Hilo stay. Mauna Loa Shores is ECO friendly solar powered electric!!!! You will absolutely love the condo, the amenities, the views, our Hilo town. Our piece of paradise awaits your stay. 1brm 1bth with queen size bed in brm. plus sofa sleeper in living room for 3rd guest. Full Kitchen, wifi, this condo has it all. EVEN smart TV with Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, etc. BUT the ultimate feature is Carlsmith Beach Park right next door is the best for swimming and snorkeling. Almost always sea turtles. EZ access to ocean, protected reef. Beautiful lawn with huge trees, Tide pools. Truly one of the finer spots on any of the Islands.

Hilo Town is a very special place. Not touristy like Honolulu, Maui and such, a real old Hawaii charm. Right now lava is flowing into the ocean, a sight to behold. Lava tours can be had. You will come back again and again.

We are ready to have you share in our Paradise. YOU will enjoy as the owners Karl and Susan have and they have been all over the world. Come see what we mean.

All bookings subject to approval of our standard contract which will be forwarded upon booking. standard condo house rules, etc.

GE-041-787-4944-01
TA-041-787-4944-01
STVR 19-362608. NUC 19-1307

Also subject to our standard contract provisions.

Starting Jan 1, 2022 our County has added an additional 3% tax due to the rising costs associated with keeping our County functioning properly.  As you know, this has been a stressful fee year for our County due to the lost revenue from the Volcano and now the Pandemic, so our County needs this to survive and provide needed services.  Our contract states that the tax is based in the taxes when your visit actually comes, so if you are arriving after Jan 1,  We are adding this additional 3% on your rent.  Mahalo for your understanding.

Property manager

Terry Schoneberg

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 516 sq ft (48 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GE-041-787-4944-01, TA-041-787-4944-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Richardson's Ocean Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Keaukaha Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Port of Hilo - 7 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ken's House Of Pancakes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Don's Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waioli Lounge - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is KeALOHA - INCREDIBLE views, Spectacular Beach Park, the Best snorkeling, Turtles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at KeALOHA - INCREDIBLE views, Spectacular Beach Park, the Best snorkeling, Turtles?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at KeALOHA - INCREDIBLE views, Spectacular Beach Park, the Best snorkeling, Turtles?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is KeALOHA - INCREDIBLE views, Spectacular Beach Park, the Best snorkeling, Turtles located?

Nestled on the beach, this Keaukaha condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carlsmith Beach Park, Richardson's Ocean Park, and Onekahakaha Beach Park. Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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KeALOHA - INCREDIBLE views, Spectacular Beach Park, the Best snorkeling, Turtles Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect and ideal location
this was an excellent and perfect place to stay. Everything was perfect and a beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Great place Everything you need is here The beach next store is a true delight Be sure to read guest book for good places to check out in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View & Location
This is a great place to stay! Walking distance to the beach! Beautiful View from the bedroom and lanai! Comfortable bed! Everything that you could need for cooking, snorkeling, and just enjoying your stay without having to drive anywhere if you don't want to! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect condo for a couple!
This was a great stay in Hilo. We were close to fun things and the cove was beautiful. The condo had everything we needed plus more. We will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniela and Ed K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
This is the perfect home base for a few days of exploring the Hilo area. The apartment is comfortable, clean, nicely appointed. All the basics and more are provided. Terry gave good information, replied promptly to my queries. We would definitely stay here again next time we’re in Hilo.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view!
This vacation rental is a gem. It was clean, well stocked and possibly the best view on the island. Our favorite thing to do was walk next door to Carlsmith Beach Park and hang out in the water. We saw sea turtles there several times. If I ever go back to the big island I would want to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue Sicurella M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo with a great view
This condo was well equipped with all of the basics and lots of extras. It was was very organized and Terry provided great recommendations for places to go and things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Craig H.

Great Little Hilo Condo!
This place is conviently located in South Hilo- close to parks, resturants, and the Volcano! Although the building could use some work, the unit is nicely decorated and appointed with all the conviences you need for a Hawaii vacation. I would hightly recommend staying here if Hilo is in your plans.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect as always
This was our 3rd time at the MKS and hopefully not the last one.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect location
We really enjoyed our stay at Mauna Loa Shores. We loved being able to walk outside and swim and snorkel. Hilo restaurants, shops, and the farmers market are minutes away. The condo isn’t huge, but it fit three people just fine. Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KeALOHA
Wow the pictures don’t lie. Right in the cove, fishes turtles and swimming out the back door. Trails to another cove as well. Perfect location, the condo was clean, organized and had everything we could want to adventure around. Coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roni H.

Great Stay!
We really enjoyed our stay in Hilo. It's very laid back and close to major tourist sites (volcanos, Mauna Kea, Akaka Falls, Big Island Candies, etc.) The condo was a perfect location. We enjoyed swimming in the the Carlsmith pools and jogging in the area every day. The condo was well stocked, but not cluttered. We appreciated that it had plenty of room for our items and was very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely property and view
This is an attractive, up-to-date condo with an open floor plan, comfortable bed and lovely water view from the main room, bedroom and lanai.. Terry, the property manager is very accessible and responsive. The kitchen and linen closet are well stocked. We snorkeled every day and had a fun, relaxing time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
More then comfortable
Well appointed (well stocked), great location. Near enough to Hilo but basically at Carls Smith Park. Swimming, snorkeling, turtle watching. I also really enjoyed the pool. Very clean and under used so it was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
Had an amazing time! The property is clean, beautiful and offers access to the beach park next door (but there are several right down the road if you like to snorkel) Loved being able to go without having to pack up and find parking! Quiet building with the most friendly residents. The property manager was responsive and very helpful. The property is close to shopping and dining. The local farmers market was wonderful! Loved our visit and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very nice!
The condo was very well stocked. Hosts even provided bath robes, umbrellas, snorkeling equipment and more. We had to drive through a depressing industrial area to get to the condo, though. It’s right next doors to Carlsmith Beach which is a lovely lagoon for swimming.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L., St. Paul

LOVELY VIEW, FUN PLACE TO STAY
Ever seen a Sea Turtle? This was a first for me, but what a delight the turtles were. The condo was tastefully decorated, the bed was comfortable, and the park is beautiful. Also, there was an interesting collection of books in the condo, and the Association has a library. Mahalo.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Could not ask for a better location-. You can walk out the back and go swimming with sea turtles! The building is a little tired, but the unit has been redone and is lovely- almost every amenity is provided- just make sure you bring soap and shampoo for the shower. The lanai looks out over the water and the scenery is beautiful. There is a kitchen light out that made meal preparation tricky in the evening but hopefully that’ll be fixed soon. Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Doug M.

Fantastic base for exploring the Hilo area
The owners have done a complete upgrade of this condo and while the building itself is aging, the unit was clean, quite and felt safe. The bed was comfy and wonderful to wake to the sound of the surf. You could simply stay at the location and enjoy the lagoon for snorkelling or as we did, explore the whole east and south island coast line including the volcano. I noted signs that the building was smoke free however we got the occasional whiff from smokers below us - just open the kitchen window and the breeze takes it away...
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hank B., Borrego Springs, Ca.

A gem.
Right on the beach with sounds of the surf and a views of the water, this condo is a gem. There has been a recent top-to-bottom rehab and everything is so tastefully done with the owner's artwork adorning the gallery like white walls. The appliances seem new, the mattress is perfect and the owners have thought of everything needed for a perfect vacation...boogie boards, beach chair, even an umbrella. The lanai is large enough for four people to have pupus and dinner. There's also a rice cooker. I could go on but you get the drift that this place is special but don't tell anyone

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous condo
We absolutely loved the condo and the location! The condo is beautiful, clean, comfortable and very well equipped. The views are fantastic towards the lagoon and the ocean beyond as well as the lush vegetation that surrounds Carlsmith Beach Park. The complex is well maintained and quiet. The lagoon is right in front of the building and was wonderful for swimming and snorkelling. Regularly met a couple of turtles that came in to feast around the lava rocks. We took walks down to Richardson Beach Park and along Nene Road nearby. Hilo and area is full of sights and attractions, historical and cultural relevance, opportunities to see endemic birds and other wild life. We`ve spent time in Kona several times but this place is definitely more authentic, more multicultural, less touristy, less crowded and has so much to offer. The only regret is we had only two weeks - planning to stay longer the next time!
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

A K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place - beautiful view - right on the ocean
Everything is just like the pictures. The kitchen is very well equipped, everything you might need. There is a great farmers market near by for fresh produce. It isn't far to stores or restaurants. The water out front is very clear and every time we went in we saw sea turtles. I would recommend good sturdy water shoes for the entire island beaches -it makes it easier to walk across the lava. This location has easy access to everything on the Hilo side. I would recommend a car. The owner not only had great communication they also had lots of great tips on things to do and places to eat. The only negative I have is the pool isn't great. However, with the beautiful ocean right there I don't know why you would care about the pool. I would strongly recommend this as a great place to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N., Waco, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect view to wake up to!
We arrived really late after delays with flights but detailed instructions made it easy to find the keys and get in. It was too dark to see much then, but waking up at sunrise to that gorgeous view was worth the wait! It was a little warm in the afternoons after being out exploring, but cooled down quickly with the doors/windows open. We were there during spring break so there were young people at the park after dark a couple nights after closing time - with the open windows the noise really carries making it hard to get to sleep but the bed was really comfortable and we slept well once the noise died down. Our first morning we discovered the coffee carafe was broken so we ventured out and ended up finding our favorite coffee shop on the island (the SS) which we returned to many times during our stay! We found another coffee maker in the cabinets, but nothing we made compared to their delicious coffee! We loved the detailed instructions and helpful hints for things to do/see in the area!! We absolutely loved our stay and would love to return one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel T.

Great overall value and beautiful ocean views from Master or balcony. Swim with sea turtles.
Great value given the price. Clean, comfortable, safe and quiet. Take elevator down to lagoon full of green sea turtles to swim along side. I recommend buying a "rash guard", which is an insulated shirt to keep you somewhat warm. I was surprised to find that the water was probably 65 degrees...colder then most swimming pools. If you have kids I recommend buying/renting (1)flexible booties with gripping material to protect feet and allow for safe passage on top of sharp volcanic rock (2)kid-size snorkeling set. In terms of sights to see, go to (1)Botanical Gardens in Hilo (2)HI Volcano Nat'l Park. Cost is $25/car and it's good for your entire stay (just show receipt). Here you can see an active volcano. Don't waste your money going to the town of Kalapana to view lava flows...you won't see much and it requires $25 plus you have to hike 4 miles round trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

John M., Corvallis, OR

Super value
The condo is in an older 7 story cinderblock complex, abutting a public beach. These units are obviously dearly loved by their owners. This specific condo is an immaculate one bedroom- gorgeously updated and spotlessly clean. It has exactly the equipment you need. Binoculars? yes. Toasters? yes. Beach equipment? yes. We happened to meet the owner when we were checking in- he had just delivered a gorgeous arrangement of flowers to our unit for us to enjoy. From the top floor we could see Fissure 8 spewing lava. Across the street is an excellent seafood restaurant. Our only negative is that the pictures are accurate- that is the view of the public beach from the lanai. It is close and loud. You too get to enjoy whatever music is blasting from the day-use area. But it quiets at night. And I suppose we could have closed the windows if it really bugged us. We really enjoyed our stay here, and really appreciated the very attractive, updated condo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018