Cozy 3 bedroom home 20 minutes from hilo
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
This 900-square-foot ranch house in Hawaiian Acres has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is described as a relaxed home base about 20 minutes east of Hilo and a 10-minute drive from Keaau. Its public rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 226 reviews.
Rooms & Layout
Two bedrooms are in the main house: one has a queen bed and the other has two single beds. The third bedroom has a separate entrance and cannot be accessed from inside the main house; it has a queen bed and its own bathroom.
Amenities
Guests have a kitchen with a microwave and oven stove, plus a washer for laundry. The home also offers free Wi-Fi, basic cable TV, free parking, a patio, and an outdoor grill; it is smoke-free and includes a crib.
Setting & Getting Around
The home is in Hawaiian Acres, with bus stops on Kaloli Drive 183 and 991 meters away and another at Paradise Drive and 22nd Avenue about 1.5 kilometers away. Hilo International Airport is approximately 16.7 kilometers away. The owners are on site to help with questions during a stay.
Nearby Dining
Nearby options include The Burger Bus, about 2.2 kilometers away, and Kaleo's Bar and Grill, about 2.5 kilometers away. Surf & Saddle Restaurant & Bar is about 2.6 kilometers away, while Kurtistown Cafe is roughly 7.5 kilometers away.
Best for
This home suits families or small groups who want separate bedrooms and the practical comforts of a self-catering stay, including a full kitchen, washer, free parking, and a crib. It can also work for travelers seeking a quieter base outside Hilo, with Keaau a 10-minute drive away and Hilo about 20 minutes east.
Travel tips
Plan on driving for trips to Keaau, Hilo, and nearby restaurants; the closest listed bus stops are on Kaloli Drive, but service details are not provided. Hilo International Airport is about 16.7 kilometers away. Note that the third bedroom has its own entrance and cannot be reached from inside the main house.
What guests say
The supplied guest feedback describes a welcoming, relaxed stay. Guests specifically appreciated being able to store and cook their own meals and do laundry, which helped reduce vacation costs and logistics. No negative themes are evident in the excerpts provided.
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