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Tropical Studio Apartment!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 218.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Keaau, HI
  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

studio

1 Queen Bed

Tropical studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tropical Studio Apartment!


Aloha
Our beautiful one-acre lush tropical paradise is located south of Hilo and near Kea'au and Pahoa Villages in the rainforest..
The studio apt. is upstairs has a great deck to view garden. 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 1 bedroom are for 1-2 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

Property manager

Kepi Hains
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TA-053-388-2880-01, GE-053-388-2880-01

About the area

Keaau

Located in Keaau, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. Port of Hilo and Hilo Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • Kilauea Caverns of Fire - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Port of Hilo - 20 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 28 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kurtistown Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Coffee Mill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Studio Apartment! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Studio Apartment!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Studio Apartment!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Studio Apartment! located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 9 miles (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 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eliza G.

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

Hawai’i spring break stay

Great place in a gorgeous location!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

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

Great location!

Very clean and cozy! Beautiful gardens to relax in!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Great stay!

The hosts made an effort to make this place special and it shows. Cute garden area with light lights, quaint decor, etc. We were greeted with the sound of the frogs singing in the adorable garden! Definitely would recommend!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phynix W.

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

AMAZING!

The property was beautiful and the room had everything you could possibly need. The hosts were warm and welcoming and so very kind we are definitely coming back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

Fun Place to Stay

This was an ideal location for us and close to where we wanted to go on the Big Island. The room was compact and had everything we needed. The property is charming and was especially amazing at night with laser lights twinkling all over the gardens. Plenty of off road parking was a nice bonus. Would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sujata c.

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

Big island fun

Amazing fun property and hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton C.

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

Gorgeous ground and a relaxing stay

From the minute we pulled into the property grounds we were overwhelmed by the beauty of the garden. Our stay was so relaxing. Our room was cozy and well equipped with anything we needed. We definitely will be back. Thanks Kepi for being so wonderful and welcoming. Anton and Jennifer
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

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

Great place

This is the cutest studio apartment ever! Close to Hilo & everything on the east side of the island. Very clean, comfortable bed, so quiet at night. I would stay here again in a heartbeat
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloynette B.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

Beautiful, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

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

Our third visit to the tropical studio.

We hope to return again…Kepi & Jim are wonderful hosts. The tropical studio was perfect. Mahalo
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Highly recommend

My adult daughter and i stayed 5 nights, and were impressed with the location, amenities and host. It was a nice place to retire after a long day out and about.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

HiLo stay

Property was super cute and cozy. Waking up to the beautiful trees and birds was so nice. Owners were also super sweet when we chatted with them! Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana A.

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

Tropical Studio Apartment

A lovely place to stay! We vacation at the Big Island twice a year and always stay with Kepi and Jim. They are 100% the best hosts! There is a number of different bungalows to choose from; studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom. Always clean and reasonably priced. Lovely grounds and close to everything.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, safe and easy to get to from Hilo Airport. Loved the scenery around the place, I would recommend staying at this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sierrah H.

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

Tropical home in paradise

Absolutely beautiful. The grounds were amazing and the hosts very pleasant. Had a lovely week. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi T.

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

What a Gem!

Loved everything about our stay...especially the paintings and the sculpted garden.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky G.

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

Amazing stay!

Great place with everything we needed. Kepi was a great host and responsive to our questions. Place was clean and cosy. The plants and garden outside was amazing and a bonus to the property. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

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

Excellent studio apartment, perfect location

Stayed in this lovey studio for two nights to visit the Hilo side of the island. Location was great for going into Hilo for supplies, and it also made a great home base to visit Mauna Kea and Hawaii Volcanos National Park. The studio itself had everything we needed for our two nights. We enjoyed sitting outside on the lanai at night to enjoy the cool night air. You'll also want to explore the property grounds as it feels like you are in a jungle parades during the day, and a magical land at night with the laser lights.Only cons:No AC and coqui frogs are loud at night and roosters start crowing around 3:00 a.m. Bring earplugs.Pillows were very flat so we woke up with sore necks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie E.

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

Awesome

The property was beautiful. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous. The owners are on site at property and two of the nicest people we have met. This is absolutely the place to go. Located close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

adriane p.

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

Paradise Found

Stepping onto this property felt like walking into the world of Avatar—bursting with vibrant colors, calming scents, and breathtaking scenery that instantly puts you at ease. This spot exceeded every expectation and ranks among the best places my partner and I have stayed. Beautiful grounds, warm and welcoming hosts, and cozy accommodations all just a quick hop from Hilo and Puna. Absolutely a slice of paradise!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marin H.

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

A little slice of paradise

We truly enjoyed our short stay at this property! It’s tucked away just outside of Hilo but still close enough to everything we wanted to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenai A.

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

Short Stay

Perfect place for what we needed. Beautiful and homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kortney P.

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

Great place!

Easy check in and a great place to sleep. Had all the basics you need for when you spend most of the day out exploring!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delfina G.

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

Very pleased

The host (Kepi and Jim) made us feel very welcomed, they really go above and beyond for their hosts and that really made the difference. I would 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul P.

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

Lava house

Good stay, would book again if in the area. Few snafus with communication and some housekeeping issues but they were resolved quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kepi Hains

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We moved here 19 years ago

We love to travel and talk story. Next best is having great guests from all over the world.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful Hawaii

What makes this property unique

In rain forest with access to beach and mountains from Hyw 130

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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