You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.
E Komo Mai (welcome) to Hale Hapu’u! Our little Hawaiian hut is perfect for couples seeking an authentic Big Island experience. The Hale is adorned with hand carved art from local artists, an outdoor bath set in the midst of a tropical garden of ferns, palms & orchids, and a lanai/dining room overlooking lava features & new landscaping. Modern amenities of AC, Internet and Roku will make your vacation more enjoyable. And close proximity to Volcano NP and the ocean.
Property manager
Scott
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Microwave
Spices
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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-187-770-3168-01, TA-187-770-3168-01
About the neighborhood
Keaau, HI
What's nearby
Hobby Garden Hawaii - 16 min drive
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive
Ha'ena Beach - 32 min drive
Port of Hilo - 33 min drive
Carlsmith Beach Park - 37 min drive
Getting around
Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Kaleo's Bar and Grill - 12 min drive
Thep Thai Cuisine - 15 min drive
Black Rock Cafe - 16 min drive
No. 1 Chinese Barbecue - 15 min drive
Pahoa Fresh Fish - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. located?
Situated in Keaau, this cottage is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Lava Tree State Monument. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Hale Hapu’u. A unique Hawaiian experience. Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Branden D.
27 January 2025
Branden D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis S.
14 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and private
At first, a bit tricky to find, especially at night in the rain. Google maps sends you in the wrong direction. But easy to find once you find it. Just go down Maku’u and take a right on 12th and it’s right there in the right side. Property is very nicely appointed. Chickens and other gorgeous birds visited every day. The covered patio is great for morning coffee and evening wine. With two ceiling fans, we never turned on the a/c My wife loves the tub.
Dennis S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
charmaine d.
23 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Wonderful location, fully equipped, every detail has been thought of. There is a beautiful area. I’ll talk where you can have a bath, which is so well set up and private.. We were so glad that we booked this place, zero regrets!!!!
charmaine d.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Monica G.
13 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Unique little gem
This place was great for 2 people and perfectly situated between Hilo and Volcano. Loved the decor and Hawaiian vibe! So comfortable and serene. And Scott was amazing at communicating! Would definitely recommend.
Monica G.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chandra T.
12 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing
My wife and I enjoyed every bit of the home. The aura of the place is simply amazing! The directions were very clear (but make sure you read every line). My wife is a vegetarian and prefers home cooked meals on some days. Scott provided a grill with a side burner. It worked well for us. But remember that cooking and dish washing should be in the outside cabana/sitting area. But they have an outside sink in a covered area. The inside is simply amazing. Scott does carving with wood and stone. All the tiki carvings in photos were done by Scott. Outside hot tub is also a highlight! It was super convenient for our drive to volcanos national park!
Chandra T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas F.
30 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Our stay was perfect. Exactly as pictured.
Nicholas F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martha B.
21 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great tropical retreat
Hale Hapu’u was a wonderful retreat. Very clean, cozy, had most everything we needed, and we especially loved the lanai which is beautifully done and the perfect spot for eating, studying, and just spending time. We really appreciated to attention to detail that was put into this guest house!
Martha B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beatrix M.
15 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaiian getaway
This house was an absolite delight to stay in. The Hawaiian theme was so fun, the home was clean, and extremely well organized. They have the cutest outdoor areas to spend time hanging out in too. Also, the bed and pillows were the most comfortable i've ever slept on while on vacation! Would definitely recommend this property!
Beatrix M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heath L.
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Communication with the host was great from the start. He was even able to accommodate a slight date change for us.
The house was very clean and you could tell they took pride in its appearance and upkeep.
There were quite a few things they asked for guests to do to help keep it clean and bug free, like removing shoes before entering, setting the garbage outside for them to remove regularly, and doing food prep and consumption out on the lanai. These were easy enough to accommodate.
We would stay there again.
Heath L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adil H.
17 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing spot
Really nice spot close to the city but also enjoying the surrounding nature, would highly recommend
Adil H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
christine d.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home
Lovely home in beautiful Hilo! The home had loads of Hawaiian charm and everything needed to be comfortable. I loved the outdoor tub!
christine d.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
David F.
18 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended
Lovely cottage with Hawaiian motif. Quiet and secure. Scott was very responsive and even bought a steamer to help with our travel wrinkled clothes. We were attending a special event and were very appreciative. We had a great grilled breakfast on the patio of local eggs and vegetables. Would stay again!
David F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laurie T.
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Want to stay here again!
Can't wait to come back and spend more time.
Laurie T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hargita K., Fremont, CA
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Shangri La Found
Needed a respite from the insanity of life and the world and found it at Hale Hapu'u. The images are nothing compared to the reality of the house and the surrounding garden. The most beautiful and peaceful place we have ever stayed at and looking forward to staying at again. The house and grounds are immaculate and Scott has built a true homage to Hawai'i and the culture. The Hale Hapu'u is clean and comfortable and the outdoor "spa" tub was perfect! We enjoyed spending mornings having breakfast on the porch and listening to the sounds of nature around us. Quiet, comfortable, peaceful, soul nourishing. Absolutely loved it.
Hargita K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill B.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
unique
A unique beautiful property. Highley recommend staying here.
Bill B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd S.
11 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Hawaiian experience
The property and mgmt of it was all around excellent. Highly recommend!!
Todd S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leana Z.
10 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of paradise
The stay at Hale Hapu'u was great in every way! Beautiful Ohana with great attention to detail, privacy and easy communication and self-check-in.
Leana Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nadia K.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply uʻi (Beautiful)
From the moment we pulled into the property, we knew that we were in for a unique experience. The grounds are immaculate and provide a perfect oasis for the local wildlife that we enjoyed experiencing all day. The layout of the Hapu’u is perfect and the personal touches of the wood carvings provide a wonderful touch of Hawaiian culture. Every morning was like waking up in paradise. Scott provided so much detailed and informative information ahead of time, this helped greatly in planning our stay on the big island. He also included everything you would need to ensure a relaxing and stress free stay, including unlimited coffee, bath towels and bubble bath for the outdoor bathtub. This place is just simply magical and we were very lucky that we were able to stay here.
Nadia K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy H.
17 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
This is the place to go to get out of the hustle and bustle of the cities. Close enough to both Hilo and Volcano National Park. The setup and details of the unit are next level unbelievable! Thank you for a great day... hope to stay again some day soon.
Cindy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
jay k.
8 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Kilo Volcano area visit
It was an amazing place to stay and visit the area. Few residents stays ha e been this nice
jay k.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Babs P.
23 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
If you want to take a break, this is the place. Everything you need. A tranquil patio, outdoor tub if you want to spoil yourself. Quiet, clean, cool interior decor.
We only spent one night but could have happily stayed longer. There is a town about 12 miles away with restaurants.
Babs P.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Russell M.
20 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rainforest Haven
Immense yourself in Hawaiian hospitality and art.
Russell M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mari C.
31 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaiian Christmas
Quaint. Perfect for two people. Loved the Keureg. Responsive hosts.
Mari C.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jared M.
21 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden retreat nature paradise
What a special stay! The house is immaculate and every intentional detail of the property you will continue to soak up throughout the stay. We loved the ambiance, the outdoor bathtub was a treat, the towels and bedding were soft and very comfortable. The Coqui frogs singing like an exotic bird and rain fall singing us to sleep was such an experience. Literally had every amenity we could desire. Delicious never ending coffee was a treat. Highly recommend!!
Jared M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Szymon M.
19 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place 11/10
The place is absolutely beautiful, the area is really quiet, the decor inside and outside is very dreamy. It has all the amenities for cooking so we grilled our own food without even going to restaurants.
The bath tub area is very romantic to enjoy with a glass of wine and sound of birds.
The hosts are very responsive and if you need anything you can reach out to them anytime.
Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends.