Kehena Treetop Bungalow
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
Kehena Treetop Bungalow is a smoke-free vacation home in Hawaiian Acres, set among lush foliage and fruit trees. Its tropical décor and refinished hardwood floors give the interior a distinct character, while the setting offers a quieter alternative to traditional visitor areas.
Sleeping & Living
The home is listed as one bedroom and one bathroom, with the main sleeping area divided into two sections and two queen beds. Two futon sofas in the living room provide additional sleeping space; the property is described as accommodating two to six guests.
Kitchen & Indoor Amenities
A full kitchen includes cooking utensils, a microwave, blender, rice cooker, oven and stove, with a four-person dining table, kitchen pub table and breakfast bar. Other documented features include cable TV, Starlink Wi-Fi, books and DVDs, a washer and dryer, and a water filtration and UV purification system.
Outdoor Features
A lanai with a hammock and seating offers a place to relax, and the property also has a patio, charcoal grill, covered parking and beach gear. An additional screened outdoor shower with hot water is available for rinsing off after the beach.
Location
Kehena Black Sand Beach and a local-access walk by Kehena Cliff and the ironwood forest are each described as about a five-minute walk away. Kalapana is a five-minute drive and Pahoa about 15 minutes; Hilo and the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park area are each described as roughly a 40–45-minute drive.
Best for
This bungalow suits couples or families looking for a self-catering stay near Kehena Black Sand Beach, with a full kitchen, outdoor shower, grill and beach gear. Its two queen beds and living-room futons offer flexible sleeping arrangements, while the lanai and hammock provide a relaxed place to spend time at home.
Travel tips
Kehena Black Sand Beach is about a five-minute walk, but guest feedback notes that getting down to and back up from the beach can be strenuous; the beach is clothing-optional. A bus station is listed about 1.6 km away, while Hilo International Airport is about 38.5 km away; Pahoa, with restaurants, shopping and markets, is described as a 15-minute drive.
What guests say
The available guest feedback praises the bungalow's well-equipped kitchen and bathroom, including plentiful towels, tableware and storage. Guests also describe the neighborhood as attractive and local-feeling, and mention the nearby black sand beach and relaxing hammock on the lanai. One guest found the host responsive and noted that the divided sleeping area can feel like two rooms. A practical caution is that access down to and back up from the beach can be strenuous; the beach is clothing-optional.
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