Star of the Sea Painted Church - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Kehena Beach - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
Kilauea Military Camp - 63 min drive - 70.6 km
Volcano House - 66 min drive - 69.0 km
Getting around
Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Kalapana uncle Roberts awa bar - 13 min walk
Karuna Foods - 14 min walk
Uncle's Kitchen - 13 min walk
Uncle's Kitchen - 13 min walk
Kalani Honua - 11 min drive
About this property
Ma'ukele Lodge
Bed & breakfast by the ocean
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Ma'ukele Lodge. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing at this bed & breakfast. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Free bicycle rentals, surf lessons, and tour/ticket assistance
Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
A personal chef, Netflix, and ceiling fans
Languages
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available daily
Room service available
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Things to do
Fishing
Free bicycle rentals
Surf lessons
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Conveniences
Library
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Pillow menu
Pillow-top mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Entertainment
Netflix
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Paper towels
More
Access via exterior corridors
Chef
Guidebooks/recommendations
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Laptop-friendly workspace
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Turndown service
Washer and dryer
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Ma'ukele Lodge Pahoa
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ma'ukele Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Ma'ukele Lodge?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Ma'ukele Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Ma'ukele Lodge?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Ma'ukele Lodge located?
Situated on the waterfront, this bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Star of the Sea Painted Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kehena Beach and The Point. SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center and Mackenzie State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Ma'ukele Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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For those who are looking for authentic travel, look no further. Ma’ukele Lodge bed and breakfast in Pāhoa is a special experience in a stunning location. To me, feels like real Hawaii. I feel honored and grateful to have stayed there and met Raven and Mark. We still feel their Aloha spirit. When I return one day, I will take more outdoor showers, heaven!
If you want an experience and not a hotel, this is a good place to consider. Don’t complain if you wanted a Marriott; it’s not the Marriott.
The hostess and host are kind and genuine.
The lodging is nestled in a neighborhood, but it feels almost like a jungle. The shower is outside and is reasonably private.
Don’t mind the geckos lingering nearby as you enjoy fresh fruit for breakfast.
If you like hotels with all the amenities, this might not be the place for you.
This is an amazing bed-and-breakfast!
The house is surrounded by tropical plants and wildlife.
All night you will be serenaded by frogs and birds.
Our room had an outdoor shower and bath that were private and secluded.
Every morning we had coffee and a wonderful fruit bowl.
We were also offered eggs and toast.
Our hosts, Raven And Mark, were very friendly and knowledgeable about the area.
They had great recommendations on local beaches, local restaurants, and good places to visit all over the big island.
I will definitely be staying here again!
What isn’t unique about this place? It’s an intimate b&b, we stayed in the larger room which has three full size beds with nets and a kitchenette. The bathtub and shower are outside - fenced from prying eyes but fun. The decor is Bohemian Eclectic and I spent quite a bit of time in the living room of the main house jamming with host Mark - he just got a stand up bass to go with the piano and ukes I remember from last time (did I mention we came back). Excellent breakfast on the deck looking at the ocean, geckos peeping at us. It’s not for people who absolutely need AC or who can’t handle the chorus of frogs doing their frog song at night. It’s way out there, geographically and figuratively. But we love it.
Raven is a sweet and phenomenal host, and the property is beautiful! Gorgeous views, private beach access to watch the sunrise. I loved the outdoor shower, and the beds were really comfy!
The Ma'ukele Lodge is a very unique place. The grounds and beach are gorgeous. The lava flow is right between the house and the ocean, and walking to the beach was an amazing and beautiful experience. The breakfast was great and so was sharing it with the geckos.
This is a B&B, Raven & Mark’s home (not a hotel). We loved the location in Pahoa which was impacted by the lava flow in May 2018. Raven makes the best breakfast to get your day started. Mark has all these great stories, and tells you where to visit and what trails to do at the Hawaii Volcano State Park. The backyard of their home is just breathtaking, and you’ll never see this anywhere else!! We stayed in the Hawaiian Suite which had 3 big beds, a microwave and a mini-refrigerator stocked with drinks, fruit and chocolates. There was an outdoor shower (wonderful to use) or tub, and a backyard to take in the island feel. We are in Kona now and it’s so touristy, crowded with people and cars. Wish we could be at Raven & Mark’s oasis.
Uniquely quirky lodge with authentic Hawaiian flair. In the Hawaiian suite, you’re showering outdoors under a canopy of tropical plants in a lush garden, enveloped by the chirping of hundreds of coqui frogs and the distant rumbling of waves crashing onto the rugged lava coast. The hosts are incredibly knowledgeable and helpful and prepare an amazing breakfast that you can eat on the terrace with ocean view. Definitely not the typical hotel experience but so much more memorable.
We stayed 2 nights there, amazing stay in a peaceful area. Wonderful hosts, great advice from Mark, delicious breakfasts (homemade by Raven, with fresh products from the garden), and direct access to the Ocean. We strongly recommend this place, looking forward to a next visit :)
Denis & Odile.
This property and it’s caregivers, Ravin and Mark are all a hidden gem in this area. I would take this beautiful, detailed property any day over corporate owned resorts, if you want the true Hawaiian experience I recommend visiting Ma’ukele Lodge in Kalapana. If you are lucky enough to catch Mark on a nom work day ask him for a tour of the area, he is very knowledgeable and will share secrets of this magical place.
I agree with the previous reviews. This was the first time we’ve ever done a BNB and I was very happy with the balance of privacy and also feeling like I was visiting a relative. Raven and Mark are both super wonderful people full of aloha and care. Location was perfect for us to do all of the things we wanted to do on the eastside of the island and the weather was amazing! Definitely would book again!!
Great location.
Mark and Raven are stellar hosts.
They are caring, affectionate and knowledgeable.
Breakfasts served were delicious and healthy.
Best part is both help you feel comfortable and at home.
Great hosts, lavish fruity breakfasts, and on site musical gear and writing supplies for those bursts of artistic inspiration
Ron
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
13 February 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If you want a mega resort with all night gatherings this isn't the place to go. But you will find a quirky relaxed setting with more than adequare sleeping accomodations, a great breakfast and freiiendly hosts in Raven and Mark. Great views and so much to do. Check out Uncles Awa Club and Band on Wednesday evenings.
This was one of thee most amazing places to stay for so many reasons the food every morning was so detailed, and tastey , the cleaniness of the home on point, chocolates every day on the pillows was sweet, Raven and Mark are everything you can imagine we will be back can't say enough of the greatness of this paradise.