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Lava Apartment in Paradise!

Apartment in Keaau with kitchen and patio

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Lava Apartment in Paradise! provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 450 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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Lava In Paradise Keaau
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About the neighborhood

Located in Keaau, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center and University Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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What's nearby

  • Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory - 13 min drive - 15.6 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 17 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Saucy Mama’s - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lava Apartment in Paradise! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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, Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center, and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Pahoa Museum and Kilauea Caverns of Fire are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Lava Apartment in Paradise! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Comfortable bed, clean accommodations with plenty of amenities. Hosts were friendly when we met them at checkout, would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo Experiance

We had a great stay at the Lava Apartment. All the artwork and decorations make this a fun place to stay. The host was nice, and very accommodating with recommendations of local dining / entertainment. Will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice room in Keaau . Convenient, quiet and there’s nice garden around the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lava House

The room was excellent, a living area and separate bedroom. The property is like staying in a park with so many flowers and other fauna
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a wonderful "home base" on the Puna Coast!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The place is wonderful - the antithesis of cookie-cutter vacation rentals with lovely art and aesthetic flair. It's well equipped and maximizes the use of space. Highly recommended - we'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Great location for trip to Volcano National Park and to Hilo and all it's waterfalls. Large rooms and cool enough with fans and no air-conditioning
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, kinda funky, well equipped kitchen. Awesome little deck area with table and chairs. Snorkels and masks and fins and floats available. Easy access to beautiful cliffs for wave watching. Nice grounds with flowers and trees, Hawaiian setting.. We stayed 3 different places and this was the best and also most affordable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weeklong stay

Nice, relaxing, laid-back. Very very easy in and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

I loved the place a lot. So much nice art objects and details to explore on the property. And the hosts are awesome. Super friendly and always have a great idea on what to do and where to eat.Thanks a lot
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Landyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment!

Great little apartment with amenities. Jim and Kepi gave us insight on local happenings which were fun to attend! There was also snorkeling gear, boogie boards, cooler, chairs and an umbrella available for use! Over all great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawaiian fun

Very nice time in a convenient, colorful location.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A bit funky but a nice place.

One bedroom with the toilet room in the bedroom and the shower/sink off the kitchen. But it's rural, in a nice neighborhood, and the owner (the one we met) is very friendly. The place has a good low-key feeling. I would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

brian s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Stay

Every detail was well thought out. From parking (excellent) to communication, instant check in, and extras available like beach chairs and a cooler. Very clean and comfortable studio apartment with most everything you need. Even a nice grill to use.Hosts were available to answer questions and provide local tips and were very polite and respected our privacy.A quiet setting (except for the local frog population) and beautifully landscaped and maintained.A great stay. Easy access to beaches and Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

MacKenzie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Jeffrey I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Stephanie M., Toronto ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Nghia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Ayush K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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