Hale O Makani
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
Hale O Makani is a three-bedroom, two-bath vacation home on a landscaped acre in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision on Hawaiʻi Island. It sits between Keaʻau and Pāhoa, about 20 minutes southeast of Hilo, and is presented as a base for exploring the island’s east side.
Rooms & Layout
The home sleeps up to six, with one king bed in the main bedroom and a queen bed in each of the other two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a private bath and French doors opening to the backyard; French doors from the open living room and kitchen bring in the ocean breezes.
Amenities
A full kitchen includes cooking utensils, an oven stove, and a microwave, and the home has a washer and dryer, high-speed Spectrum internet, and a television. Listed amenities also include free parking, a balcony, patio, outdoor grill, cable TV, and a smoke-free setting.
Outdoor Space & Family Use
The property has a large grassy backyard with room for children to play, as well as a private landscaped acre. The listing describes the home as kid-friendly and notes outdoor space for spending time outside.
Location & Nearby Places
Hilo International Airport is listed about 19.2 km away, and several Hawaiian Paradise Park bus stops are within roughly 338 m to 1.4 km. The listing estimates a 20–30-minute drive to swimming and snorkeling at Hilo-area beach parks and about 45 minutes to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Nearby dining options include Bite The Eye, Surf & Saddle Restaurant & Bar, Kaleo’s, and Black Rock Cafe.
Best for
Families or small groups seeking a spacious, self-contained east Hawaiʻi base may appreciate the three bedrooms, full kitchen, washer and dryer, and grassy backyard. It also suits travelers planning to visit Hilo, nearby beach parks, and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park by car, or people seeking a furnished home for a longer stay.
Travel tips
Plan on driving to reach Hilo, beach parks, and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; the listing estimates about 20 minutes to Hilo, 20–30 minutes to Hilo-area beach parks, and 45 minutes to the national park. Bus stops are listed nearby, and Hilo International Airport is about 19.2 km away. The home does not allow parties, events, or visitors with heavy equipment and large trucks; the listing also notes exterior video surveillance and a rental-contract requirement within 48 hours for Hawaii Life/VRBO bookings.
What guests say
Guests describe the home as spacious, clean, comfortable, and in good condition, and one review also calls out its appealing presentation. The property manager is praised as helpful, while location feedback highlights convenient access to Hilo and Keaʻau and ease of driving to other places. One guest noted there were initially only four dining chairs for their group, but said an additional chair was quickly provided.
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