Property is closed. due to sale of home. 12/1/25

Definitely a rainforest sound effects adventure. Family enjoyed the stay.

We loved everything!!

Staying at this rainforest Vrbo in Hawai’i was truly a soul-refreshing experience. Nestled deep in lush greenery, the property offered the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Waking up to the sounds of tropical birds and gentle rainfall was pure serenity. The home was beautifully maintained, thoughtfully stocked, and felt like a peaceful retreat from the world.We loved how immersed we were in nature and yet still had all the modern amenities we needed. The host was incredibly kind and responsive, making sure our stay was smooth from start to finish. Whether we were sipping coffee on the lanai or exploring nearby trails, every moment felt special.If you're looking to reconnect with nature, unwind, and experience the quieter, magical side of Hawai’i, this is the place. We’ll cherish these memories forever.

Complete tropical rainforests , birdsongs experience, nice and clean room with lager spaces, Good location easy access to the store, highway and scenic place. Will recommend!

What a lovely, quiet, and friendly stay! My family was there for two nights and wish we had booked for longer. It was a quiet and cool retreat after our days of exploring and swimming. We loved listening to the frogs at night, and really enjoyed being rural for a bit of our trip.

Something a little bit different for our holiday. A unique bungalow in a great location - timed perfectly to see Kilauea erupting!

Such a beautiful place! The property manager Summer was really nice. The rainforest sounds are soothing and unique. The bungalow could be amazing, but there are too many issues. The final straw was when I stepped on a frog in the middle of the night on my way to the bathroom, it was so gross. We packed up and quickly left the next morning, which was a day early. -Cleanliness was poor, looked like something spilled on the counter and down the side of cupboard. The floors were sticky, dirty when we arrived, I mean hairy cobwebs in most corners(and windows). This was our big vacay, so we tried to be positive and got over it. -There were so many geckos in the living space, which was fun at first, but then we started noticing the gecko droppings. Poop on the walls, floors, counter, on place-mats, on our luggage. This is no small issue as geckos can carry salmonella, and it’s disgusting. I understand geckos can get inside, and they are hard to keep out. We saw so many inside it seemed the host doesn’t even try to keep them out. They need to take this seriously and not treat it like a feature. -Listing issues. We bought food to cook on the bbq grill, but it didn’t exist. No laundry facilities. No deadbolt. There is a bathtub, but no fill spout, only a shower head. -The fancy ceiling fan in the master bedroom looks nice but is functionally inadequate. That might not sound like a big deal, but it made the difference between a warm sleep and a sweaty sleepless night.

We love the place!

This property and bungalow have tremendous potential, but they both need a little TLC. The hosts are extremely friendly and the check-in process was seamless. Unfortunately the screens, carpet and some of the furniture need some attention and a bit more cleaning. This open air concept is really enjoyable, but in this tropical humid environment cleanability is critical.

The host was friendly and easy to reach. The bungalow was clean and comfy.

We LOVED this place. It was magical! My kids and I loved staying in the screened in bedroom and hearing the coqui frogs at night. My husband was happy to have the master bedroom, which was a little quieter. We had enough space for all of us and our stuff to be comfortable, and enjoyed the treats and local bananas left for us! We didn't make full use of the kitchen, but it served our needs for the few meals and snacks we brought with us. It was a great location; never far from the locations in and around Hilo we wanted to visit, and yet was very quiet and felt like we had our own space in the rainforest. We also enjoyed chatting with Summer when our paths would cross in the shared driveway, and appreciated her local insights. Would highly recommend this home!

This place was amazing. It’s beautiful, comfortable and secured. If you’re the kind person loves nature environments. I would prefer this place to you. It’ll enlighten and full fillled all your desires.

Thanks for welcoming us to rainforest bungalow. It was perfect for our two day trip to Hilo. The cottage was clean and neat and well stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Mahalo!

This was so much fun sleeping in the jungle with the perfection of screens. Due to the screens, it is difficult to keep 100% clean but it was well kept. It can get loud in the early morning but you are provided ear plugs- use them. My family very much enjoyed this experience and would recommend to anyone that enjoys nature!!!

There are not enough words to write or pictures to take to explain the magnificence of this place. Breathtaking, convenient, comfortable, cozy, timetime

Such a wonderful little bungalow and fabulous hosts! We loved our stay on the big island and really appreciated the notebooks chocked full of ideas for things to do in the area. The morning we were leaving, our host peeked her head over to let us know the Kilauea Volcano was erupting! We were able to make it just in time to see the eruption before we had to be at the airport. Thank you guys so much for the wonderful stay!

4 women (from Oahu) spent 2 nights at the Rainbow Bungalow. We found the bungalow to be cozy and met all of our accommodation needs for our stay. Very easy check-in and check-out process. Mahalo for accepting our booking to stay at your property.

Cute and nice place! Thanks!

First off, the host was extremely responsive; we sent a question in the VRBO message app and she knocked on the door less than 30 seconds later. Location is fantastic; close to airport and volcano park and beaches and Alaska falls and Mauna Kea. Thé hours itself is quaint, comfortable and clean. The only thing to be aware of before booking is the « jungle » noises at night. Lots of birds and other noises all night long… I found it absolutely exotic and fun but can understand how some might not enjoy it as much. Most windows are screens only and do not have actual windows to block the sound.

We loved that we were in the jungle and fully experienced the beauty of the island. We had all the amenities we needed. The cool tiled window seat that overlooked the serene landscape and moss covered statue was my favorite spot.

We loved this place. Everything was perfect. The place is very spacious. The beds were comfortable. It was very clean. There are several cats around the house which was great.

Short drive to Hilo attractions, enjoyed the birds and frogs.

Nice convenient area not too far out of Hilo town. Nice property with all the basics, if you know Hawaii you understand the coqui frogs and the other things that just can’t be controlled. Host was very nice and accommodating.

The lower bunk bed mattress needs replaced. It is completely worn out and this adult slept in a trench for three nights. Bathroom needs deep cleaning to include removing and replacing molded caulking.

Perfect for what we needed!

I really wanted to like this place, it's charming & I love the glamping feel of it. Beware this place is advertised to sleep 6 people, but you will be charged per person per night if more than 2 ppl per night. When I inquired about the charges, the response was that I was provided w the specific info (I was not). The owner is unaware of the total amount VRBO charges extra, and it was not disclosed until after booking. I am fine with paying what people want, but I do not appreciate hidden charges. I paid double the advertised price after the additional host, service, and tax fees.The place is cute, surprisingly bug free, & ADA friendly. The interior, linens, towels have a strong mold/mildew smell. Pillows had noticable black mold spots. One of the blankets on our bed had a suspicious matted area in the middle where something was spilt. The living/kitchen was a unique open concept that was not comfortable for more than 2 ppl to sit and converse. There were 2 high rise chairs w a table balanced across the arms & it fell easily when we moved the chair & came crashing down. The bathroom door does not close. The wifi did not work for more than 1 device.The theme of the rainforest bungalow was cute, quaint, and bizarre. Most everything worked the way it should. I was not expecting a palace for the price, but these minor things could be remedied for a more comfortable stay and the costs should be clearly disclosed.

We loved our time at the Rainforest Bungalow! It was the perfect home base for all of our Big Island adventures and suited our family well. We would definitely stay here again!

The cabin was the perfect place for our family. The main bedroom was very comfortable, and the back room was larger than it appears in the photos. The whole place is essentially screened in which allows you to enjoy the outside climate and sounds. Everything was well labeled to facilitate during the stay. We would definitely stay here again. Location was convenient to Hilo, Volcano, and Mauna Kea. Place was also well stocked for beach outings.

What an amazing place to stay. I felt like I was one with nature. I loved listening to the coqui frogs at night. 'Summer', the host was so friendly and helpful with information about places of interest. I would definitely stay again. Absolutely loved it. Thank you Summer

Close to Hilo, but outside hubbub. Told it is the only rainforest in the US. Loud at night with "jungle" sounds, but I liked it.

Loved this property. It is tucked away inside the lush rainforest and is near many tourist attractions while also being just far enough off the main road to provide a very quiet and peaceful stay. The neighborhood was very safe and beautiful. The host was very friendly and extremely accommodating.

Our family loved our stay at the bungalow! The place was very clean and was equipped with everything we needed. The frogs were wonderful and kept our girls entertained for hours. The hosts were very friendly and gracious and even gifted us some local cookies and bananas. Loved how close it was to the zoo as well. Would highly recommend!

The bungalow is an experience! The frogs at night were great for us, but I can see how they might be too loud for some people. Because it's in the rain forest, expect that you'll be warned about insects and animals on the roof. The beds, pillows, towels and linens were all okay; serviceable but not luxury. But if you are looking for a place for an adventurous stay (would be great with kids) with all the amenities, this is it!

WE LOVED IT!! The house is totally cool with mostly open walls that permit the fresh air in and all of the jungle sounds that help you sleep. The host, Summer, and her dad are wonderful people that give you all kinds of helpful information about things to do. Was a very special time.

Very pleasant, specious property surrounded by beautiful nature

We had a wonderful stay in Hilo. The property was beautiful, clean and very close to Hilo town. It is surrounded by rain forest and the sound of coqui frogs at night was the highlight of our stay. Hope to come back again.

Absolutely loved staying here! It’s definitely not for everyone but they make that clear in the listing. Very welcoming, has everything you’ll need for your stay and more, very clean, less bugs than any other place we’ve stayed on the island even being in the rainforest. The only downside for us was the heat but that just comes with how hot Hawaii can get. We would absolutely stay here again and hope to soon!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Rainforest Bungalow! The location is great, very close to the Hilo Zoo and many beach parks. The beds are comfy and the chorus of frogs at night was fantastic. Our teens loved the bunk room with screens and the curtains made it very private at night. Everything you could need for day outings is supplied for use, beach towels, snorkel gear etc. The resident cats kept their distance but we all loved seeing them. Highly recommend this property.

If you want to hear the sounds of nature this is the place for you. Bungalow is nested in the middle of a rainforest so you constantly hear the sounds of the koqui frogs, birds, and other wildlife. Had a few visits from Geckos which was cool to see. The hosts do a great job with making the stay not only relaxing but educational, providing information about the sounds you hear, the rainforest, things to do near Hilo, and a little history. Thanks for having us!

Bungalow is a good word for this place. You’re right inside a rain forest with open-air walls. Comfy. Well maintained. Getting used to night critter noises takes a night or two. But better than hearing traffic all night! Hosts are very welcoming.

Me and my family love it we have everything we needed.

Property is as advertised, secluded feeling in rainforest but just minutes from town. Host family nearby but not intrusive. Attended to a small repair immediately. All essentials found in kitchen and plenty of beach gear, rain ponchos, towels etc. Cute place.

The location and setting were wonderful. I knew there was no AC, but the back room was simply reinforced screen. The only problem was that my kids were unnerved when the sun went down, every little sound set them off. We were perfectly safe, and after the first night slept well.

Fun and comfortable place to stay for Hilo portion of Big Island tour. We enjoyed the coqui frog chorus and appreciate available umbrellas, ponchos, and snorkeling gear even though we brought our own. Very close to zoo, and we enjoyed morning snorkel at Clarksmith beach a short drive across town.

It was a camping cottage experience we are glad to have experienced. Loved the singing frogs, flowers and foliage.

This was a well equipped and fun property. We stayed for a week and really enjoyed ourselves. It’s centrally located, but not in town. You are definitely in the rainforest, so pay attention to all the information in the listing about the coqui frogs. They are loud. It’s lovely to listen to during the evening, but a bit more challenging for sleep. I found that silicone ear plugs made a big difference. Overall we had a great stay and found a this to be a perfect home base for our adventures

We enjoyed the place and the responsiveness of our hosts. The Coquis were in full force every evening for sure. We did use the earplugs provided and that helped. 😊

The cottage was wonderful and the hosts Mike and Summer were as well. The location was perfect for me, only 4 miles from Hilo Bay. It only took 10 minutes to get down to Hilo Bay and the downtown area where I took full advantage of Lilioukalani Gardens, the farmer's market and the rocky beaches. The cottage is unique in that most of it is comprised of rooms that are screened in. It feels like you are lout in the open. One night I went to sleep with sound of rain on the roof and the sounds of all the "wild things" in the forest. A very unique and wonderful thing. You don't get that at a resort!

If you are a nature lover this is a great spot for you. Hosts are welcoming and had enough condiments and a welcome fruit as a nice gesture. Would recommend this for nature lovers. If you are into concrete jungles this may not be for you

We had fun at the Rainforest Bungalow! Summer and family were very warm and welcoming. Good communication before and during the trip. Be prepared for full outdoor sleeping camping vibe, with lots of interesting sounds of nature throughout the night, some quite loud. No solid windows and rustic feel. Within 5 minutes of an adorable zoo and 10-15 min of a Target for all you may need. A fun place for a few nights when visiting volcanos national park!