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Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Ocean view
The current price is ￥13,741
￥33,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24

About this property

Entire place

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

Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View

Hamakua Sunrise Cottages offers a perfect tropical country escape, on Hamakua Coast. Set in natural surroundings our Tropical Retreat w/ Ensuite Bathroom & kitchen provides comfort & relaxation. Expansive ocean Views with Sunrise, local waterfall adventures & picking fruits from trees when you see them. Private Porch & Outdoor sitting deck provides space for relaxation & dining. Papaaloa Country Store & Cafe just down the road for supplies, Restaurant, Bar & Live Music. Hilo Airport 30min

☼𓇼࿐ ࿔*:･ﾟ HAMAKUA SUNRISE COTTAGES ☼𓇼࿐
࿔*:･ﾟ

A perfect boutique hotel experience!

☼𓇼࿐ ࿔*:･ﾟTROPICAL OCEAN VIEW COTTAGE W/ PANORAMIC OCEAN VIEWS | PRIVATE PORCH | SUNRISE | WHALE WATCHING ☼𓇼࿐ ࿔*:･ﾟ

1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 2

Nestled in lush tropical surroundings on Hawaii’s stunning Hamakua Coast, our charming cottage is ideal for couples, solo travelers, especially female travelers seeking a safe, serene escape. Enjoy complete privacy on your private porch, where panoramic sunrises and ocean views await—yet you're just minutes from the friendly Papaaloa town and the convenience of the Papaaloa Country Store.


𓇼𓇼AMENITIES𓇼𓇼

☀︎ Queen Sized Bed
☀︎ Ensuite Bathroom W/ Hot Shower
☀︎ Private Small Kitchen
☀︎ Smart flat-screen television
☀︎ Light blocking curtains
☀︎Hair dryer
☀︎Toiletries and towels
☀︎Private free parking on-site
☀︎High-speed internet & WiFi throughout the property
☀︎Ceiling Fan
☀︎First aid kit & fire extinguisher for safety
☀︎Self check-in

The yard has many tropical fruit trees including Lychee, Bananas, Longons, Coconuts, Breadfruit, Mulberries, Tangerines & Soursop (Guanabana). You're welcome to pick them when in season.

🌺 What Makes Us Shine:
Panoramic Ocean & Sunrise Views every morning directly from your porch

Private Terrace perfect for coffee, yoga, stargazing, or evening drinks

Tropical, Secluded Setting surrounded by lush plants yet only moments from Hilo and local shops

Safe & Cozy for Solo Travelers, with excellent guest reviews praising our security and homeowner attentiveness

Simple Kitchen to prepare light meals – ideal for vegetarian, vegan, or local food lovers

On-site Laundry Access (paid) for convenience during longer stays

🔍 Ideal For:
Guests searching for “ocean-view Hawaii rental”, “Hamakua cottage”, “Hawaii sunrise view accommodation”, “female solo travel Hawaii”, “couples retreat Hawaii”, “Papaaloa Hilo hideaway”

📍 Location Perks:
Tranquil, off-the-tourist-track location – close enough to Hilo (30 min) yet far enough to feel a secluded escape

Just steps from Papaaloa Country Store for groceries, local eats, and Kona Coffee

Short scenic drive to waterfalls, zipline tours, ATV adventures, farms, tropical botanical gardens, beaches, and hiking trails of the Hamakua Coast

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

☀︎ Hilo Downtown & Airport - 30 min drive

☀︎ Kona Airport is 1hr45 min scenic drive through Waimea & Honokaa

☀︎ Volcanos National Park - 1 hr 14 min
(Being on Lava Zone 8 we are always safe from eruptions & due to our windward location we do not experience Vog even during eruptions & you get to breath the cleanest, freshest air on the planet all year round)

☀︎ Laupahoehoe Beach Park - 10 min
(Closest place for a quick a dip at the ramp or tide pools great for big wave watching)

☀︎ Kalopa State Park - 15 min
(for Hiking trails and unique tropical botanic treasures)


☀︎ Akaka Falls, Umauma Falls & Zipline & Botanical World Adventures - 15 min

☀︎ Waipio Valley & Historic Honokaa Town - 20 min


☀︎ Gorgeous ocean front property. It is located in
North Hilo on the cliffs of Hamakua Coast that boasts of the most beautiful ocean views on the Island

☀︎ The property is set in tropical nature so expect to occasionally spot little bugs or critters. Hawaii does not have any poisonous creatures not even snakes! So please do not worry if you see something you've never seen before, like the Madagascar Day Gecko :) They're very beautiful, friendly and only eat bugs.

☀︎ Wild chickens are a real thing and roosters crowing or sounds of coqui frogs at night is quite common on the coast.

☀︎Comprehensive Cleaning Services: Thorough cleaning before your arrival and after your departure ensuring a pristine environment throughout your visit.

☀︎ Checkout our guidebook for nearby waterfalls, black sand beaches, scenic drives & food places

☀︎We are located at 500ft elevation & temperatures stay approximately between 67 & 81 degrees F & with constant trade winds we do not need air conditioning but there is a ceiling fan in the bedroom.

☀︎ We recommend bringing & drinking bottled water at all times.

☀︎This is one of 3 cottages & outdoors space is shared with other guests.

As a registered vacation rental in Hawaiʻi, we’re required to maintain basic guest records - including names and valid government-issued IDs for all adult guests. This is similar to hotel check-in requirements and helps us stay compliant with local laws, taxes, and emergency procedures.

Mahalo for helping us keep your stay safe, legal, and stress-free 🌺

Property manager

Sidra Vaines

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 600 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 W87272577-01, TA-017-079-0912-01

Property is also known as

576494
Vrbo Property
Tiki Cottage With Oceanviews Sunrise Stargazing Whalewatching

About the neighborhood

Map
HI, Papaaloa Avenue

What's nearby

  • Hilo Farmers Market - 40 min drive - 42.7 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 44 min drive - 45.3 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 44 min drive - 45.0 km
  • Port of Hilo - 45 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 51 min drive - 49.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fifties Highway Fountain - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View?

As of Jul 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View on Jul 23, 2025 start from ￥13,741, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Hamakua Heritage Corridor, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Umauma Falls and World Botanical Gardens. Zip Isle Zip Line and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Tropical Ocean View Cottage Couples & Solo Retreat, Farm Jungalow Cabin w/ 180° Sunrise & Ocean View Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great glamping experience !! Cute cabin, Super clean, Well stocked . Great scenery and awesome sunrises !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Hamakua Sunrise

What a beautiful setting! Perfect base for exploring the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason d.

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

Anniversary getaway

The property was beautiful and I really enjoyed the peacefulness. The views of the sunrise were amazing and the smell of the fruit trees with the gentle breeze blowing made for a super relaxing experience. The cottage was well maintained and had its own sweet charm to it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rae T.

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

Peaceful and cozy

This was by far the best place we stayed out of 2 other places. We loved the cottage feel and the morning sunrise was awesome!I wished we booked another night, my husband slept great and that was a plus! If/when we return we will make this a place to visit again. If you want to feel like Hawaii this is a perfect spot to get the vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

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

Cute farm, great ocean views

Property was a little hard to find at first but after communicating with the owner it met expectations. Wonderful out of town experience, farm was peaceful and quiet , rain was soothing, overall a great a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved it! A rural Hawaii experience! Clean and had everything we needed. Very cool farm to explore. The country store is neat with live music on the weekends.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thad G.

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

Quite quiet

Sound bath frogs rain birds cows peaceful ocean in the distance good stuff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy R.

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

Small, but had all the essentials.

When all three cottages are rented out, the parking can be a bit challenging. For someone who is not about the glitz and glam of a high end hotel, this is perfect. Love the sounds of all the farm animals in the evening and early morning. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Peaceful Cottage with Ocean View

Great cottage on a quite farm with views of the ocean looking east so great for watching the sunrise. Very clean and well equipped living areas; kitchen was great for cooking easy meals. Host were great too, hands off but easy to communicate with. Farm fresh eggs, coffee and produce available at request and reasonable prices. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Margo M., Seattle, WA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely Cottage tucked away on Hamakua Coast

We enjoyed our brief one night stay at the Tiki Cottage (I think it was called?) Our hosts were quiet and busy with their farm work. We were not successful in following the printed directions to the waterfall hike. Beautiful views and gorgeous sunrise 🌅
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R., MPLS, MN

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

Perfect property

The owners checked in often to make sure we had everything we needed. The cabin was clean and the bed was comfortable. The view was incredible. This is a prime location for dinner at the Country Store-which I highly recommend as the food is yummy and they have live music. The property is close to several waterfalls and the cow sanctuary where you can literally hug cows! We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Beautiful and quiet

Everything was beautiful and clean. Looks just like the pictures. Only problem was that I didn't have service and the internet wouldn't connect correctly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Over all good experience

Unit had a nice view, airy, plenty of room. Had some problems with kitchen appliances working properly. Didn’t realize from the listing it was a shared bathroom. Vehicle noise at night was a bit loud.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

little cabin

The grounds and the view are great, the cabin has been partially restored. It was a very rustic kitchen set-up, but we made it work. Only real problem were ants. They could find a single grain of sugar anywhere.We named the rooster that hangs around there Hei-Hei. We also had the gecko brothers who kept sneaking into kitchen.The pond has toads in it and they sing at night, counted 6 one night. The water lily bloomed while we were there.The temp on the water heater needs to be turned up a little, it is just above warm.Feeding the chickens every morning was fun, they got to know me when I come walking up they all come running.Made it down to the stream and waterfalls a couple of times, absolutely beautiful. The hike down it not for the inexperience hiker, loose and steep, but worth it if you are able to do it. Cold water.Papaaloa store is a great place to stop in, they have a little of everything. They have a cafe and Fri. and Sat. nights they have live music.5:30-7:30, great food and nice people.I would definitely stay here again, would like to see this cabin after it is fully renovated.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen R.

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

Tranquil Getaway!

The location feels quite remote but is quite easy to get to and on a very lush and green part of the island. Excellent check in instructions from the host. The situation is simple and affordable and very low stress. We were able to get away from our cares and relax! Never noticed the guests in the cottage next door. Everything with our cottage was as I had hoped... except that the shower took so long to heat up that I thought there was no hot water, and then when it did, it didn't stay the same temp. But overall a lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Peaceful Tiki Cottage

This was a favorite stay for us. Wonderful relaxing property with ocean view and cooling breezes. We also loved the nearby Papa’aloa Country Store and cafe. We will definitely come back here if we visit the Big Island again. Sidra and Chris were gracious hosts, and the eggs from their farm were delicious. Cell service was spotty. Be sure to screen shot a detailed map from Google BEFORE you get to Papa’aloa, and arrive in daylight. Messages from the owners don’t necessarily get through, especially after working hours. Also, don’t expect a luxury retreat. Our Tiki Cottage was clean and comfortable, if a little spare. Expect to relax and enjoy the communal farm property (there are a few cottages) and leave refreshed and happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place wasn’t even discoverable! We couldn’t find it. I stopped at several places including that general store. No one heard of it! Hours and hours of driving in such a remote area. No signal to communicate with anyone! In the dark. You can’t check in til 4. The address was just impossible

2/10 Terrible

Alysia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where do I even begin with how DISGUSTING this place is. I get that it is a "farm" but I didn't realize I was going to be living like an animal in BUGS and SQUALOR. I wish I could add photos to this review as a fair warning to all. I understand a few bugs getting in the room, its a humid, jungly habitat, but the host didn't even bother to clean up the THOUSANDS of dead bugs all over the floor, the counters, the window.. Then the live ones crawling all over the bed and my luggage. I fled the scene as soon as I could secure another room and just ate the $500 I spent. IT WAS THAT BAD. I would have rather used a public toilet seat as a pillow than spent another night here. But if you would like to see an advanced civilization of insects on the verge of establishing democracy and higher education then this is the place for you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Z.

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

Wonderful

We really enjoyed staying here! So much that we were sad we only booked one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Shawn H., Kingman, AZ

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

Cute

This cottage is darling, and off the beaten path for sure! Thankfully the host was available to stay on the phone while we found the place in the dark. We were very grateful for that! Unfortunately, the next night when the power went out to the bathroom cottage, they were unresponsive. We were left to shower by cell phone flashlight, but the water was warm and we were in Hawaii, so it wasn't terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob E.

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

Amazing stay!

The sunrise ocean views here are an amazing way to start any day. The communication with the host was a little lacking, but the beautiful location more than made up for it. We stayed in one of their 3 cabins with a short walk to the bathroom and a our own protected outdoor kitchen. We really enjoyed the eggs and fruit from the site and sitting and enjoying the endless views. I would definitely recommend this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathilde

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice property if you want to connect with nature! The water can be poor sometimes but it's part of the experience! Super cute place with nice beds and kitchen with everything you need! The communication with the owner was not that unfortunately :/
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Edward T.

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

Platform needed better cleaning . Table and floor was dirty

All in all it was a ok to stay. Website made seem like the chicken eggs were free
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Michele

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
“Cottage” is a generous description. Rustic accommodations with few amenities. Shared bathroom. No lights at night to show the way to the room. Not at all peaceful. Dogs barking a good portion of the night. Cut our stay short…left after one night to find a hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021