Wainaku Camp Home

Hilo · Big Island · 3 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms · Sleeps 6 · 7.2/10 · 12 reviews

Rental Details

Property Overview

Fantastic value! Come and enjoy this newly remodeled sugarcane plantation-style home that is only 5 minutes from downtown Hilo. This is the perfect place to come with family and friends as there are 2 homes available on the property. The homes are just off the beaten path, away from tourist areas, in a local camp style neighborhood. Perfectly situated to explore both the shops and museums of downtown Hilo as well as the many gorgeous waterfalls, botanical gardens, and more along the amazing Hamakua Coast!
Please note that there are neighborhood animal (mostly roosters) noises that we cannot control. Earplugs are provided for your comfort.
This is the larger home on the property and has two lovely bedrooms; queen sized beds, a sofa sleeper, dining area, bar area and one bathroom. It is equipped with TV, wifi, and off-street parking. This home has a BBQ and a covered outdoor dining space to relax in after a long day of exploring the island. There is plenty of room outside to run and play or to sit and hang out. Check out the many large and beautiful fruit trees including avocado, lychee, and breadfruit. A few games are provided in case you need a break from sight-seeing and want to just have some fun around the house.
If the sounds of the Hawaii (coqui frogs and roosters) are a little too loud for your comfort, there are earplugs provided for all.
This home offers basic accommodations it is not a luxury rental.
For all stays, we provide the basics (toilet paper, paper towel, shampoo, conditioner) to get you started on your vacation. It is up to the guests to replenish as needed.
As of September, 2022 there will be a new full bathroom located just outside the home in a separate building. Perfect to rinse off all the sand after a beach day! Pictures coming soon.
This is the 2nd or back house on the property.

The washing machine is located inside the home. Covered space is available outside to hang-dry your clothing. There is no dryer.

-Breakfast is Not provided, however coffee is.
-Any evidence of smoking inside the home, ashes, burns, smell of smoke upon entering the home will be charged an extra $250 cleaning fee for deep cleaning to remove all traces of cigarette smoke.
-An Additional $100 cleaning fee will be charged for guests staying 21+ days.
-Trash pick-up occurs once a week. If you have more trash than what fits in the outside trash bin, please take it to the local transfer station (a couple miles away). See information binder inside the home for transfer station details. Any trash left outside of the bin is subjects to an extra $25 trash hauling fee.

Registration Number: TA-184-050-7392-01, GE-184-050-7392-01

Rental FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this vacation rental located?
  • City: Hilo (postal 96720) Hawaii

Nearby highlights

  • Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – Wainaku – 0.51 km to center), United States
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 6 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Private vacation home
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Free WiFi
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine
  • BBQ grill grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Lanai / balcony
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking
  • BBQ grill
  • Extra Bed
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Living Area
  • No Smoking
  • Outdoor Hot tub / space
  • Toys
  • TV
  • Washer
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check out before 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check in age: 21
  • Check in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Contactless check in available
  • Contactless check out available
  • You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
  • Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Property Registration Number TA 184 050 7392 01, GE 184 050 7392 01
What are the house rules and policies?
  • Pets not allowed
  • Children are welcome.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Big Island?
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – Wainaku – 0.51 km to center), United States
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
Do I need a rental car on Big Island, and what about parking?

A rental car is recommended for this area, especially if you plan to explore beaches, restaurants, activities and nearby towns. Parking notes: Car recommended, Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a private vacation home rental.

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Guest Reviews

Reviews

David M.10.0/10
Feb 27, 2025

Nice cozy place that make me feel at home. Just a few minutes away from Hilo Town. Large kitchen to prepare home cooked meals. 2 full baths for our convenience.

Carla W.10.0/10
Jan 16, 2025

We loved the camp home and it was great for the 4 of us. Will keep it as a place to go back to.

Felicia W.4.0/10
Dec 29, 2024

Property needs lots of work, tub has lots of grout, refrigerator has some mold. The floor feels a little wired near the refrigerator.

Jackye B.10.0/10
Sep 9, 2023

Just perfectly placed and everything as is

Mary L.8.0/10
Jan 28, 2023

Camp houses were the typical house for workers on sugar plantations. This house has been updated but still retains the camp house essence. If you want to experience a taste of the local way of living this house is a good option. It's location is very convenient to Hilo and the main highway.

Becca D.8.0/10
Dec 26, 2022

My favorite part about this place was the avacado tree in the back yard! The avacados were huge and tasted amazing. The rooster noise was fine. The house itself was pretty old and kindof rundown. The lack of dryer was annoying. Location was pretty good.

Lloyd K.10.0/10
Jul 18, 2022

The location was convenient and we were able to access all of East Hawaii. My daughter and son-in-law liked the retro charm of the "old plantation house". A few details would make the stay even better. Warm water to the bath room sink, a tub stopper that fit and a washer and drier in the unit.

Kuana T.4.0/10
May 29, 2022

This property should come with a warning that from 3:00am-8:00am every day there are multiple families of roosters/chickens that make it impossible to sleep—even with earplugs. They live in the trees surrounding the property and under the house. The noise is constant during that time. The interior and exterior of the property was presented to us unclean. Black moldy shower curtain, floors so dirty your feet turn black from walking around. There were five bags of rotting garbage with maggots greeting us upon arrival. They were piled outside the bedroom windows, so the first night we had to cover our faces to try to sleep and avoid smell. The property manager sent someone the second day to pick up trash. Stained couch is “third bedroom”. Washer in the living room is loud and makes it hard to have conversation if you are washing clothes. No dryer—only drying rack. Both of us agreed this was the worst VRBO we have stayed in. This was truly an unfortunate choice.

ilona m.6.0/10
Apr 25, 2022

House is old but clean and Convenient to town. However, To much noise from chickens. Had to use earplugs to sleep. Enjoyed the gardenias. Had trouble with the tv till owner fixed it the next day. All in all the lodging was ok

Laverne W.10.0/10
Apr 9, 2022

We had a wonderful stay with my Sister living only half a mile away. The walk was very pleasant and I enjoyed the warm sunshine.

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