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Pali Hale - Hawai'i Oceanfront Experience

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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books, music library, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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Keaau, HI
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlsmith Beach Park
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Keaau

When you stay at this vacation home in Keaau, you'll be on the waterfront and 10 minutes by car from Hobby Garden Hawaii. .This vacation home is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Pahoa Museum and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden.

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 32 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 37 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 37 min drive - 26.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bite The Eye - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Poppy - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Pali Hale - Hawai'i Oceanfront Experience

Pali Hale is your epic oceanfront "home in Hawaii". Pronounced “pah-lee hah-leh”, which in Hawaiian means “Cliff House”, it is the ideal center for all your Island adventures or just relaxing in paradise with breathtaking 180 degree ocean views and sight and sounds of crashing waves in front of you. Just 18mi from Hilo. Two large oceanfront master suites, two spacious oceanfront living rooms & views from every corner of the house. Did we mention the views?

Pali Hale is one of the most popular and recommended Vacation Rentals on the Hawai'i coast. Many of our guests return year after year to Pali Hale, their own oceanfront "home away from home in Hawaii".

The House
Three bedrooms and three and half baths with two separate oceanfront master suites each with their own private bath offer spectacular ocean views and lanai access. Both master bedrooms and the garden bedroom also have new "Tempur-pedic" breeze cool gel-style mattresses for your comfort during your stay. A spacious 2nd family room also offers ocean views, a queen futon, and lanai access with an adjoining full bathroom which is shared by the 3rd bedroom which offers a queen bed with garden views and ocean peeks through the living area. A large kitchen with new modern appliances and a full laundry room provide all the conveniences of home right on your own oceanfront oasis. See and hear the ocean waves crashing against the famous Puna lava cliffs, from every corner of the house.

300mbps WIFI Internet access, 300 channels HD TV, Hi-def movies, and house phone with unlimited United States calling are all included with your stay.

One of the best features to look for in oceanfront living is oceanfront sleeping accommodations, listening to the sound of the waves and waking to spectacular sunrises in the mornings. Not all oceanfront vacation homes have even a single oceanfront bedroom. But Pali Hale offers two spacious oceanfront master bedrooms plus an oceanfront family room with sleeping accommodations. Because Pali Hale uniquely offers multiple oceanfront sleeping accommodations, it is ideal for families, couples, multi-couple, and corporate getaways. But unlike many other properties, at Pali Hale everyone can enjoy the views and experience!

The Nature
You may see and hear whales in front of the house during whale season from November thru May. Spinner dolphins and green turtles (Honu) can be spotted in the surf in front of the house year round. We have a rare Nene family who typically fly in and stroll around the yard each day (our Nene family are currently on vacation, but you are likely to see others around the neighborhood each day). We have geckos around the property who love to come out and sun and Coqui rainforest tree frogs who love to sing at night providing the perfect tropical backdrop against the sound of crashing waves.

Guest Assistance
Pali Hale is our treasured 2nd home in paradise and we are excited to share it with you and hope it makes your stay on the Big Island extra special. Bo and I are available by phone, text, and email for questions, island advice, and help. Our caretaker lives close by and is also available for hire to help you book activities or tour the island.

We also provide you with island and puna area guides with our personal recommendations to island activities and local dining and shopping. You don't have to worry about finding a good place to eat :)

Payment schedule option: We are able to accept bookings for your stay in 2 or 3 payments upon request.

Note: If you would like multi-payment option, do not instant book, instead please put in a booking inquiry and let us know you would like 2 or 3 payments, and we will adjust the payment schedule before we approve the booking inquiry.

The neighborhood
Activities at Pali Hale include - spectacular gorgeous sunrises, whale watching (during season typically end of Nov thru end of April - peak is Jan/Feb/Mar), green turtles and dolphin spotting, cliff front fishing (caution and care must be taken near cliff edges), and just relaxing the days away on either of the two lanais.

Rates:
Rates are based on # of guests staying.

Standard Season Rates:
2 Guests: $299/nt ($399/nt High Season)
4 Guests: $399/nt ($499/nt High Season)
6 Guests: $499/nt ($599/nt High Season)

The base rate shown on VRBO is for 2 persons and the add'l fee per each add'l guest over 2 - up to 6 guests maximum - is shown in the details under host fees/add'l guests. To book a stay, set your dates and the # of guests that will be checking in and staying. Children under 2yrs old are not counted in total # guests. The house is prepared for the # of guests on the booking. The number of guests checking in must not exceed the number of guests on the booking. Contact us if you need to add add'l guests to your booking prior to check-in.

Early Check-in or Late Check-out:
Since we reopened after Covid shutdown, our cleaning staff has added add'l prep time to facilitate more strict vacation rental guidelines regarding sanitization procedures and requires more buffer time between guests, so we are less likely to be able to accommodate early check-ins and late check-outs or early luggage drop-offs at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding this.

Amenities
- 300mbps WIFI Internet access
- 300 channels HD TV w/Hi-def movies
- Ukulele with online lessons
- House landline phone with unlimited free Island and Mainland USA calling
- Laundry room with full size (new) washer and dryer
- Full kitchen with cooking supplies and new appliances
- Keurig Coffee Maker + Classic Grinder/Drip machine for grinding/brewing your own Kona beans
- UV filtered whole house water, plus Brita filtered pitcher
- Propane Outdoor BBQ Grill (on request)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Folding beach and camping chairs

Some recommended items to bring
-Water shoes - for walking on lava cliffs, reefs, tidepools, black sand beaches
-Rain poncho - sudden showers can happen anytime, also waterfall spray, and wet caves
-Umbrella (you may also use ours)
-Hiking shoes/boots - for hiking to active lava flows, hiking into some waterfalls, and remote beaches
-Snorkel, Mask, and Fins (you may also use ours but most guests like to at least use their own snorkels)
-Underwater camera
-Binoculars - Whale Spotting, Close up of Lava/Volcano calderas, Birds

Maximum # of Persons in House: Per County of Hawaii STVR Standards, Pali Hale may accommodate a family of two or more related persons (maximum 8), or a group of up to 5 un-related persons/friends. No parties or events are allowed to be held at Pali Hale. Nightly Rates shown are for 1 or 2 guests staying overnight, an add'l fee applies to rate for each add'l guest checking over 2 (up to 6 guests max).

Short Term Vacation Rental Permits: STVR-19-355441, NUC-19-789
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Note from host: Waves crash onto cliff edges, it can be slippery.

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 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, a first aid kit, 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 GE-162-196-4800-01, TA-162-196-4800-01

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Pali Hale - Hawai'i Oceanfront Experience Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kevin t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, wonderful, amazing stay on the lava cliffs. House had everything we needed - many many appliances, common spices, coffee (coffee, pods and filters), welcome snacks, beach chairs, plentiful beach towels, snorkel gear, cooler, etc. Lania views were priceless. Host went above and beyond to help us get where we needed to go when we needed to go for viewing of the active volcano. Sea turtles, dolphins and nenes did not disappoint. Convenient location for a ton of fun activities on the Hilo side of the island. Don’t hesitate. It’s truly wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. The view was spectacular.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, Peaceful Getaway!

Beautiful home, in a wonderful neighborhood with lots of charm. We enjoyed being right on the water and the sounds of the waves hitting the rocks…very peaceful. The house is quite large & could easily accommodate a family/group of 10. There were only 2 of us, but the host was very gracious and left a wonderful treat basket to greet us too! My biggest struggle was no AC…although there were lots of fans, but I get overheated easily. It’s a small fix to add AC to at least the bedrooms and problem solved. Overall, we definitely enjoyed our stay, made great memories, and we’d love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely one of the best properties I’ve ever stayed at!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, beautiful house, beautiful location! The house had many amenities that helped make our stay enjoyable including fishing rods, hiking poles, beach towels. A lot of time and love was put into this rental house, making it feel like a home for our stay. The waves crashing on the black cliffs right out the back door made sitting on the patio for morning coffee feel luxurious and peaceful. The owner, Mike, was great at communicating and had many helpful tips for things to do in the area, including letting us know of current volcano eruption. We hope to come back and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg J., Lewisburg, West Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

An Idyllic Spot

Mike and Bo's home is a perfect spot for tourists who don't want to feel like tourists. It's tucked in the back of a residential neighborhood on the non-touristy side of the Big Island. Many of the neighbors take strolls early in the morning and late in the evening so if you want to get to know more about the area, these chance encounters are a great way. All the homes that line the cliffs are beautiful, and if sunrise views over the Pacific are your thing, you've got them. The house is comfortable and well-stocked, and with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths on two levels, it can readily accommodate families. Is it expensive? Yes. Is it worth it? Yes! The east side of the island is rainy, but the rain tends to come in short showers, often very early in the morning. This side of the island isn't beachy like the other side, but the lush foliage gives it a tropical look and feel the more desert-like sunset side lacks.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Nice house in a beautiful spot. Location a little inconvenient to amenities but overall a great property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow, what spectacular views!

Welcoming, beautiful, comfortable, well designed and welcoming home! From walking in and having a welcoming basket filled with many island favorites, property owners/managers offering suggestions for area eateries and activities, to the most spectacular views!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother Son vaca

The house is amazing, very well stocked with everything you need. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan K., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W., Saint Paul, MN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house; amazing view!

I can’t say enough about how terrific this property and the whole experience of staying there was. Mike texted with us and answered every question—he even contacted us to suggest we go see the eruption at Volcanoes National Park. He provided all sorts of great information about the area. It’s difficult to leave the gorgeous view from the upstairs deck, though! We saw whales spouting and dolphins swimming by. And the bed was the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in! If we could, we’d return every year.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rigjt on the Surf!

Beautiful location. The faint sound of surf pounding on the rocks was such a wondeful soundscape to our time here. Very welcoming hosts, great facilities, terrific communication. Convenient washer and dryer. Could not have asked for a better 1st impression of Hawai'i! You will not regret booking this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful stay in Paradise Park

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely home in Paradise Park. It’s very peaceful and the views are spectacular. The home was very comfortable, well stocked and had everything we needed for a great stay. The added extras were very much appreciated!! The hosts were exceptional with great communication and information on everything to do and see in the area. We would love to stay again on our next visit. Thank you very much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carol & David T.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location!

The property's location was perfect for visiting the Puna area, local waterfalls & Hawaii Volcano National Park. The setting is quiet and the view is incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V., Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful & peaceful

Beautiful home right on the Oceanside cliffs. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood approx 30 min SE from Hilo and conveniently located near Volcano National Park. Comfortable amenities and we were welcomed with a generous snack basket and Hawaiian music.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing vacation home

We stayed here from July 12-16 and it was a wonderful home. We were welcomed by beautiful Hawaiian music playing softly in the background and a fabulous basket of goodies. The house was very clean and had all the extras you need. We were able to enjoy breakfast on the veranda and watch the waves crash on the cliffs. The views were spectacular. The host was very responsive and always kind. We loved that they had boogie boards, beach towels and even fishing poles! Definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful View & Property!

This home was so amazing! We loved having the option of 2 master bedrooms, so us adults chose the upper level master (wow, the view!) and we gave our 13 year old the lower master (which was still AMAZING)! The cliffs here were so magical and powerful. It was a sight to see, and the sound of the waves upon the cliffside was booming at times! The home was so fun and comfortable! We had so many amentities and the host was very responsive and friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in every way.

Beautiful home situated in the ideal location. It was such a nice touch to be welcomed with Hawaiian music playing. We loved every minute of the sound of the ocean, watching the crash of the waves. Our wedding ceremony was perfect -- on the lava rock with the waves splashing -- truly spectacular and unforgettable. Hated to say good-bye. Until the next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Pali Hale Paradise

We love this house, and have been returning to it for many years. The sunrises while sitting on the lanai having coffee in the morning are spectacular. The kitchen is fully appointed, and the great room with vaulted ceiling is welcoming. A wonderful place to have as a base while enjoying activities on the Big Island.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic!

We so enjoyed this spacious home and the incredible views. There were only two of us but it would be ideal for 2 or 3 couples. The hosts have readily available an abundance of beach supplies, books and games, binoculars, and outdoor seating. This was the perfect place to relax and enjoy the setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024