PENTHOUSE BEST VIEW Mauna Loa Shores the Ultimate Next to Beach Park

Hilo · Big Island · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathrooms · Sleeps 4 · 9.8/10 · 111 reviews

Rental Details

Property Overview

Wow. This is the finest unit in the Mauna Loa Shores. Fully renovated, with all the finest amenities and beautiful tastefully designed to maximize this fantastic condo. The best unobstructed view from the Bedroom overlooking the Blue Pacific, and the Lanai. You will absolutely love this new offering. Everything is brand new. High ceilings in Penthouse, with full of light and cool breezes with the best air circulation. Custom kitchen, everything you need to make your stay in Hawaii and our Big Island memorable. Same owners as 710 which has been the ultimate destination for many a year. NOW we offer 706. 2 brm 1 bth. My 46 years as a resident and 43 years as a Realtor will insure you know where to go and what to do to make it the finest Big Island experience possible.

The Mauna Loa Shores is right next to Carlsmith Beach Park which has fantastic swimming and snorkeling. Usually you will always swim with the sea turtles, EZ access protected reef. The beach park itself is lawn with huge shade trees (monkey pod). Absolutely the place to stay in Hilo. The Mauna Loa Shores has its own swimming pool too, 2 elevators, laundry room on each floor.

East Hawaii side is authentic Hilo, not overbuilt like Oahu or Maui, truly you will fall in love with Hilo as the owners have. Our Big Island has it all, every climate and terrain, eco-tourism at is best with volcano watching, hiking, beautiful tropical gardens, ocean activities, swimming, snorkeling, and most of all relaxing. Away from the hustle and bustle and traffic of Oahu, Maui, Kona.... Hilo side is truly paradise. Book with me and you will see and agree.

STVR 19-362601. NUC 19-1293
GE-211-529-7280-01
TA-211-529-7280-01

All bookings subject to approval of our standard contract which will be forwarded upon booking.

HI ID # W08127923-01

Starting Jan 1, 2022 our County has added an additional 3% tax due to the rising costs associated with keeping our County functioning properly.  As you know, this has been a stressful fee year for our County due to the lost revenue from the Volcano and now the Pandemic, so our County needs this to survive and provide needed services.  Our contract states that the tax is based in the taxes when your visit actually comes, so if you are arriving after Jan 1,  We are adding this additional 3% on your rent.  Mahalo for your understanding.

Registration Number: 3210170200078, GE-211-529-7280-01, TA-211-529-7280-01

Rental FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Nearby highlights

  • Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – 7.06 km to center), United States
  • On the waterfront
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?

2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

How many guests can it sleep?

This rental sleeps up to 4 guests.

What amenities are available?
  • Condo
  • Unit size: 719 sq ft (67 sq m)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Free WiFi
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Fence around the pool
  • Private pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Lanai / balcony
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
  • Dryer
  • Elevator
  • Free Parking
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • No Smoking
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Washer
What should I know about check-in?
  • Check in starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Contactless check in 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 3210170200078, GE 211 529 7280 01, TA 211 529 7280 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?
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Location: Hilo, HI (Keaukaha – 7.06 km to center), United States
  • On the waterfront
Do I need a rental car on Big Island, and what about parking?

A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to explore. Parking notes: Car required, Onsite parking.

What kind of rental is this?

This is a condo rental.

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Guest Reviews

Reviews

Michelle10.0/10
Jan 15, 2026

The views are amazing and the snorkeling area next door is gorgeous. We LOVED it

Rich B.8.0/10
Jan 11, 2026

great view. great small 2-bedroom save with a lanai. kinda off the beaten path in Hilo.

Josh S.10.0/10
Dec 31, 2025

Really enjoyed our stay here. Great location. Would highly recommend to anyone planning ti visit Hilo.

Leland M.10.0/10
Dec 20, 2025

Amenities and location are fantastic.

Roxann S.10.0/10
Dec 18, 2025

II loved it. I was hoping to stay again Feb 1 st and 2 nd and check out on the 3 rd. I would have a friend. She has never explored this area. Thanks for your timeAloha,Rox Snow

Mark C.10.0/10
Dec 7, 2025

Beautifully appointed, great location, awesome views. Just far enough from town, but next to a beautiful park, water access, and one of Hilo’s favorite restaurants.

Shaun M.10.0/10
Nov 28, 2025

Lovely condo. Nicely stocked. Friendly atmosphere and people. Wonderful views and amazing location being just down the street from Richardson Ocean Park and right next to Carlsmith Beach. Plus downtown Hilo is only around 10 minutes away and Mauna Kea and Hawaii Volcanoes NP are both only 45 minutes. Highly recommend.

Rosemary P.6.0/10
Nov 21, 2025

Living quarters were ok ! Property is old and not appealing. Spider webs all over the place, I would not stay here again !

Sarah A.10.0/10
Nov 13, 2025

Wonderful view with a great balcony and great location. The condo was clean and had everything we needed. Terry provided helpful information on local restaurants, sites, and outdoor activities!

Earl D.10.0/10
Oct 15, 2025

The place was great. Well stocked and close to downtown and beaches. Would stay again.

Patricia K.10.0/10
Oct 10, 2025

What a perfect stay at the Mauna Loa Shores condo for us. Great location for visiting volcano natl park, the Hilo farmers market and eating at our favorite Hilo restaurants! A big plus was waking to a beautiful view from our bedroom, it was breathtaking!

Elizabeth D.10.0/10
Oct 6, 2025

Phenomenal views from the Primary bedroom and Lanai. Penthouse was clean and well stocked. Carlsmith beach is a one minute walk and was awesome to snorkel and hang out in. Saw a turtle sunning all day. Close to town for eats and stores plus quick travel to Volcano National Park and other island destinations. Would dedinitely stay here again if we come back to the Big Island.

Edward O.10.0/10
Sep 21, 2025

The unit was clean, well appointed, and comfortable. The views are spectacular from the top floor, and with the open windows we were able to hear the ocean at night. It’s a shame the building and property was a rough around the edges and needs some TLC.

Susan K.10.0/10
Sep 18, 2025

We enjoyed our time on the Hilo side in this updated and clean condo right next to Carlsmith Park. We were able to snorkel in our “backyard”. The condo didn’t have AC but plenty of fans were provided along with the ocean breezes made it comfortable. Terry was excellent to work with. Very responsive and even gave us a list of things to do and favorite restaurants. We would stay here again.

Adam E.10.0/10
Aug 24, 2025

We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed swimming in the evening with sea turtles, it was amazing. If you like to hike your 15-45 minutes from several waterfalls and amazing sights. Visiting ‘Akaka Falls and Kilauea are a must, we also loved Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park and low key beaches at Kona.

Chad R.10.0/10
Aug 22, 2025

What a lovely spot. Great views, great hosts, 10/10 would stay again. :)

Gloria T.10.0/10
Aug 7, 2025

We really enjoyed staying at this property. Beautiful vue of the ocean. The kitchen was well equipped. Apartment was right in front of the beach. Great location to visit the volcano and the botanical gardens. Will book again.

Lisa S.10.0/10
Jul 23, 2025

We loved staying in the penthouse. It was very tasteful and comfortable, and the view from the bedroom and lanai couldn’t be better. The people in the building were nice and a nice long pool was good for laps. Carl Smith beach right next-door was excellent for gentle swimming And snorkeling, and we saw a lot of turtles. I would definitely come back and stay in the penthouse. All the necessities were available in the kitchen, and the place was clean and tasteful.

Timothy M.10.0/10
Jun 26, 2025

Beautiful location, well-appointed property with friendly caretakers, very responsive and helpful host, lots of nice extras like snorkel gear and camping chairs. Lack of AC (clear in listing) was mitigated by fans and screens. Walkable to great park for lower mobility elderly staying with us.

Kathy D.10.0/10
Jun 2, 2025

Beautiful property with everything you could ask for.

Stacy S.10.0/10
May 14, 2025

The location was wonderful. Walking distance to restaurant,beach, and great snorkeling!!! A dream come true for my 75 year old mother

Andrew W.10.0/10
Apr 19, 2025

The property was exactly as described. We could not have asked for anything more in our stay. The host thought of everything, down to the drying racks for laundry, snorkel gear, and a pair of binoculars to enjoy watching the activity in the beautiful lagoon behind the property. We stayed in March and were able to leave the windows open for a fantastic breeze the entire time. Would definitely stay here again!

Guest review10.0/10
Apr 10, 2025

We loved our stay! The property is very quiet especially as this unit is on the top floor. The location is perfect; situated right next door to Carlsmith beach and only a few minutes from Richardson Ocean Park. The condo was very clean and has all the needed the amenities. It was an easy drive to Volcano National Park, restaurants and the grocery store. We really enjoyed staying on the Hilo side of the island (such a great vibe; especially the Friday night market). Would highly recommend this condo to others.

Ken S.10.0/10
Apr 1, 2025

Great location, beautiful views, and very well equipped and comfortable. Seamless and straight forward communication and arrival/departure process.

John A.10.0/10
Mar 30, 2025

We really enjoyed the condo, especially the view and being right next to Carlsmith park. We would walk and look for sea turtles almost every night. We also loved cooking in the nicely stocked kitchen. We plan to return!

Dean M.10.0/10
Mar 16, 2025

Had a nice, relaxing stay here with our two college-age children. Beautiful setting for relaxing on the balcony in the morning or evening, and taking a short walk or swim at the adjacent park. Close to everything we wanted to see and do in Hilo and the east side of the island.

Jon M.10.0/10
Mar 11, 2025

I can honestly say this condo was easily as attractive, comfortable and well outfitted as advertised and we loved our stay there! The view from the Lanai was gorgeous and the wealth of passing birds was, from that height really fun to watch. The supplied binoculars was another very nice amenity! When we return to the big island, this will be our number one choice!

David W.10.0/10
Mar 9, 2025

This condo was a total score. Gorgeous interior! Fine art everywhere. Everything you will need for a luxury stay. We put all the contact in our phones for future stays. A one of a kind property. Complete and total privacy.. my wife and I were thrilled!! Very comfortable beds, quality sheets and towels.. perfect touches throughout.. 10 out of 10 !!

Jennifer C.10.0/10
Mar 6, 2025

It was a very relaxing location and propertyIt’s so nice to wake up and sleeping hearing and seeing the ocean. You can relax and not do anything and walk by the beach and chill.Very close to all stores and restaurants.

Darcy C.10.0/10
Feb 28, 2025

We had a great stay at Terry's place. The location was perfect for our itinerary, and the view is divine. We loved sitting on the lanai with our morning coffee, looking out over Carlsmith Beach Park. We found everything we needed for our week on the Big Island, including a cooler to take picnic lunches with us, folding chairs that came in really handy, and snorkeling gear and beach towels. The kitchen is well appointed and had everything we needed for breakfast and dinners at home. It was really nice to have the laundry room just steps down the hall, too, and there were laundry baskets and detergent and things provided. Terry and the property manager were both prompt and solicitous during our stay, and sent over a really nice list of restaurants, attractions, and other suggestions. We went to Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens on their recommendation, and it was indeed a highlight of our trip. Thank you for a wonderful week!

Richard and Mary Lou A.10.0/10
Jan 15, 2025

This unit is on the top floor, with a magnificent ocean and bay view, overlooking the beach park. The unit is nicely laid out with a compact kitchen (which is lacking a dishwasher), a living room/dining room combination, along with the two bedrooms. The primary bedroom has a wall of windows overlooking the ocean and bay. The other bedroom has a view of Mauna Loa. Both bedrooms have very high legged beds, 35 inches to the top of the mattress, made for easy viewing of the water and mountain, but making it a bit difficult to get in and out of, especially if you are mobility challenged or a shorter person. The television entertainment, in the living room and primary bedroom, is mostly Roku TV, and apps for numerous other services. The internet access is free and fairly strong. The one bathroom is small, but functional, with a bathtub and shower combo, which is setup nicely with grab bars. The lanai is large enough for a loveseat and two wicker, cushioned chairs, and a table. The lanai was our favorite place to sit and either read, play games or just enjoy the view. Again, the view is fantastic!The parking space for the unit is conveniently located directly across from the building main entrance.The condo building is very secure, with a key system for the ground floor elevator, making it difficult to get up to the condo units without an elevator key. The property is well maintained and quiet, in general.

Katryn W.10.0/10
Jan 11, 2025

Gorgeous setting and nicely renovated apartment. The room with the ocean view and the lanai are stellar and bring in the nightly sounds of crashing waves and the surrounding rainforest.

kim w.10.0/10
Jan 2, 2025

The view from this condo can not be beat. We so enjoyed watching the sun rise and set from the lanai, highlight of our trip to Hilo. Very clean and well kept condo with the most comfortable bed, pillows, and sheets. Great location next door to Carl Smith Beach Park - turtles can be found all day! Can run on the road right outside the condo which was handy for us. The hosts provided clear check in instructions and many excellent recommendations of things to do and where to dine. Moon and Turtle restaurant provided the best meal of our trip! If you are looking for a condo in a quieter, not as touristy location this is the place for you.

Carol C.10.0/10
Dec 27, 2024

This condo was wonderful with everything you could think of that you would need. It was wonderful sleeping with the windows open to hear the ocean waves and feel the ocean breeze. I would recommend this condo and plan on booking it again!Thank you!

Eva K M.10.0/10
Nov 26, 2024

We were blessed with sunny days to enjoy this perfect condo! We did the Volcanoes, coconut island, Queen Liliuokalani Gardens, cafe Pesto and swam/snorkelled in the lagoon with some fish and 3 turtles. We hope to come back next year!

tony b.10.0/10
Nov 17, 2024

Great location… amazing views… very quiet complex…every thing you need in this very nice decorated condo..Thankyou ..Tony&Judy

Kersten B.10.0/10
Oct 26, 2024

The condo was very well appointed, clean and the views were absolutely stunning! Walk to Carlsmith Park to snorkel with the sea turtles, The Seaside restaurant across the street was amazing! The property managers were extremely helpful & responsive! I highly recommend this stay!!

Jeff P.10.0/10
Oct 10, 2024

Super views and right next to the beach. Place was very clean and roomy. The lanai was perfect for both morning coffee and an evening glass of wine. Close to everything. If you arrive after dark be sure you have a flashlight and some patience as locating and accessing the key box is a challenge. Would definitely stay again.

Jeff H.10.0/10
Sep 20, 2024

The property was very clean and artsy. The view was fantastic. The host was very helpful with very detailed information. We'd stay again.

Gayle B.10.0/10
Sep 12, 2024

Everything was absolutely perfect. Thankful for my amazing stay.

Douglas M.10.0/10
Sep 6, 2024

Owners are awesome!

Barb W.10.0/10
Aug 7, 2024

We had a lovely time. So fun to swim with turtles and enjoy coffee from the lanai!

Laurie T.10.0/10
Jul 11, 2024

While having A/C would be nice (it's a little warmish at times), the views more than compensated.

Leslie M.10.0/10
Jul 7, 2024

If you are looking for a vacation rental in the Hilo area, look no further! The penthouse at the Mauna Loa Shores has a breathtaking view of one of the best swimming beaches on the Big Island- Carlsmith Park, and is super convenient to both downtown Old Hilo and all the supermarkets and stores in the shopping malls along the Hawaii Belt road. The condo itself is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. When we visit Hilo in the future we will definitely make this place our home away from home!

Devani B.10.0/10
Jun 25, 2024

We stayed in this wonderful condo and absolutely loved it. The views of the water are so tranquil. It’s one of those vacation stays where you don’t need to leave the immediate area to enjoy yourself. My husband and I are in our 70’s and there was plenty to keep you busy within walking distance of the condo. I can’t think of one negative thing to report about the decor or ease of living in this space. My recommendation is stay as long as you can, except for the dates we want to come! Have fun!

Elizabeth S.10.0/10
Apr 29, 2024

Lovely accommodation; comfortable, beautifully decorated with everything we needed for a wonderful stay in Hilo. Location is very good- secluded, yet close enough to restaurants, shopping, National Park, etc. the view from the lanai and proximity to the protected beach was amazing.

Tammy N.8.0/10
Apr 4, 2024

The unit itself was very comfortable/clean and the view was fantastic. The park and lagoon were beautiful! The exterior building/property needs some TLC and cleaning.

Ken S.10.0/10
Mar 16, 2024

Every aspect of this condo makes it an excellent choice and value. Very easy access, wonderful view, very well equipped, quiet, and genuinely comfortable. We will stay here again.

Jeremy H.10.0/10
Mar 11, 2024

The rental was super clean and easy to access. The bed was comfy and the kitchen has everything you need. The views from the patio and one bedroom are incredible. It overlooks Carlsmith beach which is a sheltered and calm location to snorkel and see bright little fish and green sea turtles. We would definitely stay here again.

Marnie b.10.0/10
Feb 7, 2024

I love Hilo

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