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Lava Apartment in Paradise!

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Interior
Smart TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 242 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Lava Apartment in Paradise!

Aloha
Our beautiful one-acre lush tropical paradise is located south of Hilo and near Kea'au and Pahoa Villages in the rainforest..
The one -bedroom downstairs apartment has unique lava walls. Follow sidewalks to Tropical gardens at back of house,coconut palms, orchids , anthuriums and lush tropical plants.
A piece of paradise to call home while you are on the Big Island. Go to sleep with frogs chirping and stars so bright you could almost touch them. Wake up to birds singing and complimentary Hawaiian coffee . Pamper yourself, shower in our collected rainwater.
Automatic quotes for 2 bedroom are for 1-2 guests/ additional guest $10 pr night per guest
We live on property behind the rental.
Please read house rules in apt. It is customary to remove shoes upon entering the apt.
SORRY NO ANIMALS!! NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN! NO SMOKING!
We are in a residential/rural neighborhood 20 minutes from the Hilo Airport.
*Honu Hale 3 offers easy access to east side sites.
*15 min.(10 miles) Hilo town and Hilo beaches
*4 miles to ocean cliffs, and less than a mile from the main highway.
*25-30 minutes from Volcano National Park & Winery
*10 minutes from Keaau town
*12 minutes from Pahoa Village
* 25 min Botanical Gardens
*Free Zoo in a Rain Forest
*amazing Star Gazing at Mauna Kea

See the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. Swim with the sea turtles Botanical gardens, rain forest, waterfalls and desert are all part of our unique landscape. Visit our two interesting local farmer’s markets on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, where you can get fresh and organic veggies, local artisan hand crafted gifts, yummy ethnic foods and experience the local flavor.
Aloha and Mahalo,
Jim & Kepi Hains

We also have a budget friendly 2Bedroom apt that may be available vrbo#73302
Rain Forest Apt/ 1 bd . has a queen bed in bedroom. .Double futon in living room Vrbo#954567
Our Lava /1bd apt. has 1 queen bed in bedroom. Vrbo#954412
We also have a studio apt. available.. Vrbo#99067


Property manager

Kepi Hains

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 450 sq ft (42 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 TA-053-388-2880-01, GE-053-388-2880-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lava Apartment Paradise Kea'au
Lava Apartment Paradise
Lava In Paradise Keaau
Lava Apartment in Paradise! Keaau
Lava Apartment in Paradise! Apartment
Lava Apartment in Paradise! Apartment Keaau
Lava In Paradise Keaau
Lava Apartment in Paradise! Keaau
Lava Apartment in Paradise! Apartment
Lava Apartment in Paradise! Apartment Keaau

About the neighborhood

Map
Kea'au, HI

What's nearby

  • Hobby Garden Hawaii - 16 min drive - 9.4 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Port of Hilo - 20 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 25 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kurtistown Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Coffee Mill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lava Apartment in Paradise! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lava Apartment in Paradise!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lava Apartment in Paradise!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lava Apartment in Paradise! located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Hobby Garden Hawaii, Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden, and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center. Pahoa Museum and Kilauea Caverns of Fire are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Lava Apartment in Paradise! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful yard, cute unit!
Unit is in a separate building with several units. Ours was the farthest to the left and very nice. The rain at night was slightly loud on the metal roof but not so that it was a problem. The location is good for activities in the area. Only regret is not meeting the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay
We loved our stay. It was clean. The outside is beautiful! Mahalo.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nghia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Speechless paradise
It’s actually the best place and host for me and my boyfriend. We had such a wonderful stay and awesome time. Lots to do yet more awaits for our next return. If i could give 10 stars, it’d definitely be 1000 stars. Perfect gorgeous place full of amenities especially the host did the laundry for us while we were out exploring. Come see the lava bedroom for yourself because I could sleep so much better inside such magical vibes
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lava Apt
Property grounds well maintained (Tropical Garden) with ample parking. Our apartment was neat, clean and efficient. The property owners live on site and were very friendly and helpful with any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin B.

Nice little place
Had a great time staying here. Thank you
Stayed 16 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eclectic property
Well positioned for volcano national park & viewing lava aftermath. Excellent directions given by owner, is quite a way out of Hilo. No beach access in area, coastline very rugged. Property very dark due to lava rock used internally and low lighting (solar) not much air flow into bedroom even with use of fans. Great shower, small kitchen 2 burner gas stove works well. Big fridge. Ice in freezer. TV & internet a bit slow but worked. Very quiet area, birds, very pretty gardens showing owners artistic side. Rained everyday and most nights an umbrella would have been nice. Jug for cold water was appreciated. Toilet in bedroom did not bother us. Overall an eclectic property had all the important things, fine for the money.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Pleasant and Relaxing Stay
We were very please with our stay. The accommodations were perfect and our hosts were responsive. We did not have any issues at all, and the premise was equipped with everything we needed. The surrounding area was very quiet, clean, and safe. The garden was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MacKenzie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location with Everything You Need
My stay at this apartment was fantastic. The location was great. Close to Hilo for shopping, dining, and exploring the local sights, as well as to local beaches and Volcanoes National Park, yet the apartment itself was in a quiet area. The apartment was clean upon arrival, and it had all the necessary kitchen essentials, beach towels, etc.. Would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient stay on the Big Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay near Hilo
My wife and I greatly enjoyed staying here and it made a convenient place to stay near Hilo. It's in a nice peaceful neighborhood and you are serenaded by birds at night. One oddity you should be aware of is that the toilet is not in the bathroom but is instead in a curtained off alcove in the bedroom. That makes using the bathroom a bit inconvenient and can cause unpleasant smells in the bedroom. That was the only negative point though.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy at Honu hale
Unusual one bedroom unit (in a good way - for me). Obviously owned by an artist (Kepi), some of whose art can be seen on the walls. Beautiful, clean and functional.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything needed for a great Hilo getaway
Kepi's place was the perfect lush and beautiful home base for day trip adventures. We were grateful for a cooler to take with us on daily adventures and fun beach gear. The kitchen had everything needed for basic meals and the bed was really comfy. There was plenty of space for two people and appreciated having a closet and chest of drawers so we didnt have to live out suitcase. It was convenient to the beaches, Hilo and Volcanoes NP. Very clean interior and easy parking. Even with other units nearby, it was very private and no issues with noise..and could be a great space for larger group vacationing together.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort in Lava Apartment
Easy access on the ground level. The kitchen had all we needed. Comfortable bed, Awesome shower, enjoy our host
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it
This was our second stay here. We love this cute, funky little apartment. Jim & Kepi are sweet, solid folks. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome big little bungalow
The attention to detail of this place is so great. Everything was so well cared for and the decor is so cool you just want to hang out and make tiki drinks and chill. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaiian fun
Very nice time in a convenient, colorful location.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Toronto ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
The best place to stay on the Hilo side!
This is the second time we stayed here and it’s one of our favourites. Feels like a cottage in the jungle and really embraces the Hawaiian lifestyle. The lava apartment has everything you need to make your stay comfortable, and feels very private. Hosts are super friendly and you can tell they really care about their guests and property. Great communicators and welcoming. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical frogs serenade at night
Great hosts. Nice garden. Comfy room and bed. Well equipped kitchen. Close to everything yet in the jungle. Spent 11 nights here in November. Will be back with family next year as there are options to house a family gathering.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Honeymoon We Could Ask For!
We had the most amazing time at the Lava Apartment. The property is beautiful and has an enchanting garden, and the hosts were incredibly kind and helpful. We were very happy to have a kitchen, fridge, and shower that we could use as we liked, and the location was perfect! We were only a short drive from beautiful cliffside views and hiking trails. Keaau and Hilo are both close by and full of great places to eat and explore. Our hosts answered every question we had and were always so happy to help. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kj T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little hidden gem
Cute decor…Great little hidden gem…just wish it had AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Violette C., Périgueux

Liked: Cleanliness
Super!!
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié séjourner dans cet appartement, très bien situé, juste à côté de l’aéroport, dans un quartier très calme. L’appartement est spacieux et possède tout le nécessaire pour passer un agréable séjours. Les hôtes sont géniaux, très serviables, aimables et souriants. Nous recommandons ++
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor D B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hilo
Kilauea erupted while we were there, so that’s the highlight of our trip
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Budget-Friendly Place To Rest!
The place was clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated. The host was so generous as to provide amenities such as coolers, beach towels, snorkeling and beach activity gear, bug spray, as well as the standard amenities you’d assume! We did a little bit of “cooking” (microwaving leftovers and cutting fruit) and it was lovely the amount of appliances and dishware provided. As this was our first time to Hawaii I hadn’t realized how far this unit was from most things, it was usually a 30-45 minute drive to anywhere we were looking to go since the unit’s sort of tucked in the middle of everything. We’re from a walkable city so this was simply an adjustment but no big deal just a heads up that it’s in a neighborhood, perhaps a foresight on my end! I will say the only part that wasn’t ideal for us is that in our unit, the toilet was INSIDE the bedroom with a canvas curtain as the “toilet door”, and the sink and shower in a separate room across the unit. Wasn’t a deal breaker for us but something to note from one shy bathroom person to another lol. Aside from that truly a lovely stay and I would certainly do it again! Great for young couples on a budget!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayush K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweetest Vrbo hosts and amazing experience
My friend and I absolutely loved our stay at Kepi and James's lava apartment. Kepi and James were on top of things to make sure our stay was comfortable. They showed us around the property and even took care of our laundry for us. We really enjoyed talking to them and getting to know them. Such a lovely couple. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts
It was close to Hilo and Volcano park, it was clean and private. Nice place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khamis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it!
My partner and I stayed on this beautiful property of Jim and K. It was comfortable bed, heard the noise of the insects which I miss a lot to hear. It is also convenient to go to volcano national parks and some falls near by. The place is clean and it feels home. I will recommend this please to my clients, family and friends -Khamis and Marlon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023