Kalapana Vacation Rentals
Kalapana is a remote and dramatic destination on the southeastern coast of Hawaii's Big Island, known for its volcanic history, black sand beaches, and rugged natural beauty. Ideal for adventurous travelers, Kalapana offers access to sites like Kaimu Black Sand Beach and Lava Tree State Monument. With only a few secluded vacation rentals available, this is the perfect escape for those seeking tranquility, raw landscapes, and a unique off-the-grid Hawaii experience.
Discover Kalapana's Natural Beauty
Located on the southeastern coast of the Big Island, Kalapana is a place like no other-where nature's raw power and serene beauty converge. Known for its fascinating lava landscapes and historic connection to volcanic activity, Kalapana offers a rare glimpse into the dynamic forces that shape Hawaii. It's an ideal destination for adventurous travelers looking to explore nearby attractions like the Kaimu Black Sand Beach, Lava Tree State Monument, and scenic coastal drives.
Key Features of Kalapana Vacation Rentals
- Secluded vacation rentals surrounded by lava fields and tropical landscapes
- Access to stunning natural attractions like Kaimu Black Sand Beach and Lava Tree State Monument
- Tranquil, off-the-grid escapes ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers
- Historic connection to volcanic activity and dynamic landscapes
- Limited vacation rental options ensuring a peaceful and exclusive experience
Nearby Attractions
- Hike the lava trails and witness the raw beauty of volcanic landscapes
- Stargaze under unpolluted skies for an exceptional view of the stars
- Explore the historic Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
- Discover the fascinating Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
Why Stay in Kalapana
- Peaceful retreat with fewer crowds, ideal for relaxation and quiet contemplation
- Unspoiled beauty, perfect for those seeking an authentic Hawaii experience
- Proximity to volcanic landmarks and rare natural wonders
- Perfect base for exploring the Big Island's untouched southeastern coast
We currently feature 3 unique vacation rental options in Kalapana, providing travelers with peaceful escapes surrounded by untouched natural beauty. Whether you're here to hike lava trails, stargaze under unpolluted skies, or simply enjoy the quiet of rural Hawaii, Kalapana is a one-of-a-kind destination. Browse the listings below and book your Kalapana stay today.
Guesthouse in quiet Pāhoa St with AC
Come stay in our charming guest house and experience the beauty of Hawai‘i’s Puna side. Our little ‘ohana offers a peaceful place to relax, surrounded by tropical greenery, yet it’s just a short drive from black sand beaches, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, and...
Puna Rainforest Retreat Hotspring - Purple Passion Cottage
The Purple Passion Cottage is located on a serene 20 acre estate with beautiful ocean and meadow views. The cottage is cozy and equipped kitchenette (range, oven, mini-fridge/freezer, microwave), full bathroom and two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king bed with an...
Puna Rainforest Retreat Hotspring - Blue Ginger Cottage
Puna Rainforest Retreat Blue Ginger Cottage has a complete kitchen with all the amenities, a full bathroom and cozy queen size bed. Perfect for couples. This colorful cottage is clean, comfortable and affordable! Enjoy the rainforest trail, steam vents, plunge pool,...
Quiet Studio Vacation Rental on the Beautiful Puna Coast
This private studio and thoughtfully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. You’ll have your own entrance, a comfortable (new) queen bed, and bathroom. The space also features an outdoor shower — perfect for tropical climate. The studio includes a...
Aloha Hale - 3-bedroom house in tropical Pāhoa near Hilo
Your group will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home near Pahoa Town where you'll find local shops, a variety of restaurants, and the gateway to exploring the Puna District. The 3 bedroom 2 bath home is located in a quiet Hawaiian...
Breathtaking Oceanfront Home on Lava Rock Beach.
Summary:Embrace the beauty of Hawaii with a stay at our breathtaking oceanfront home, where you're surrounded by the soothing sounds of the waves and the gentle Tradewinds. From our expansive, floor-to-ceiling windows to multiple lanais, you'll enjoy panoramic views of...
Paradise found! 3 bedroom home with large lanai, AC and 2 blocks from the ocean
Your Pāhoa adventure begins at this 3-bedroom house with air conditioned bedrooms and downstairs studio. With two bedrooms upstairs (king in primary bedroom with en suite bathroom and a guest room with a queen bed and separate bathroom) and a studio downstairs (king...
Hawaiian Treehouse, Peaceful Glamping Retreat
BAUMHAUS - a fully off-grid 12 feet high tree house on 2 acres of tropical rainforest on the Big Island of Hawaii. Experience stargazing like no where else in the world, while warming up at the fire pit. Chill out in the large hanging net or spend rainy days in the hot...
Kehena Black Sand Beach House: 2 BR Eco-Retreat with Ocean View & Swim Spa
The ultimate Hawaii eco-retreat. Timeless design for indoor-outdoor relaxation, dining and sleeping. Experience ocean views and crashing waves from wide-open bifold doors. Walk nextdoor to Kehena black sand beach, or drive the Red Road to the state's only hot springs at...
Puna Rainforest Hot Spring Retreat - Green Bamboo Cottage
Studio with oceanview, full kitchen and bathroom, queen size bed, plus small couch for one child or small adult. Perfect for couples. The property offers 1 mile private rainforest trail, pool, steam vents, two steam vent hot springs and private retreat setting...
Pahoa House with Lanai, Walk to Ocean!
Escape to the beauty of Pāhoa and experience the perfect balance of luxury and location at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental. Situated 5 miles from Puna Kai Shopping Center, this home is a dream come true for adventurers and relaxation seekers. Immerse yourself in...
A Blissful Retreat in the Heart of Seaview - 5 minutes from the beach!
Kitsune Cottage: Your Oceanfront Oasis in the Heart of Seaview.Welcome to Kitsune Cottage, where the beauty of the Hawaiian islands meets the comfort of home. Nestled on the Hilo side of the Big Island, our cottage offers an unforgettable retreat, with cozy charm,...
Tropical Garden Getaway Near Kehena Beach - 2 BR
Prime location for a Paradise Big Island experience! Enjoy peaceful, relaxing nights in Seaview Estates at the Tropical Garden Getaway. This luxurious garden ohana unit on the first floor has a private entrance, deluxe queen bed in one room with morning views of a giant...
Kehena Moana Kai - Amazing OCEANFRONT Private Retreat
Perched in the sunbelt at the edge of a dramatic oceanfront sea cliff, this honeymooner’s paradise sits in the heart of the lush Puna District rainforest on the Big Island of Hawaii. With two air-conditioned bedrooms, this private cliff house retreat accommodates up to...
Delightful home with private W/D, desk workspace, & a great location
Aloha Valley Shores | 31-Day MinimumOur calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Enjoy relaxing in a cheerful home filled with light, close to attractions but still providing the...
Sweet Lava Retreat with Epic Ocean and Volcano Views
** Please note that the House is not a fit for children under 6 years old or the elderly, as there are lots of stairs and balconies, a steep ladder within the Main House, and there is uneven lava in the yard.Welcome to the Hakuma House, a cozy off-grid retreat with...
Single-level, dog-friendly home with a full kitchen, washer/dryer, patio
Puni Mauka | 31- Day MinimumOur calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Located less than three miles from the ocean, and just a few miles from the heart of town, this secluded,...
Comfortable, single-level retreat with fast WiFi & washer/dryer - dog-friendly
Puni Mauka A | 31-Day MinimumOur calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Located less than five miles from Pāhoa for convenient shopping and dining and just two-and-a-half miles...
Tropical hideaway near Kehena Black Sand Beach with WiFi & washer/dryer
Tropical Dolphin B | 31-Day MinimumOur calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'Discover a dreamy tropical retreat at this two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home in the Puna...
Jungle Home/AC/ NearHot Ponds Fissure 8/Hot Tub
Right off 130 surrounded by lush jungle. We are ready to help you have the best adventure this side of Hawaii! 7 person hot tub & lots of cute feral jungle kitties on site. 3BDR/2BA FULL Access. Laundry Rm is SHARED w/ host.Cable High Speed Internet, snacks, avocados on...
Kehena Hideaway Luxury Home
You'll feel well-cared for and cozy in this new two-bedroom home. High-end design and luxury finishes bring art, comfort and beauty indoors; wrapping you in a jewel box of tranquility. The large open deck offers plenty of outdoor living space. The black sand beach of...
Exceptional 10/10 Peaceful Forest Paradise
Immerse yourself in an exceptional all 5-star experience in this custom home surrounded by greenery, on the eastern tip of the Big Island, This newly renovated, lava themed house, in the lush subdivision of Leilani Estates, provides the perfect space to kick back and...
2Bed/1Bath Upstairs Home, 1mile to Beach, Next to State Forest, Custom Finishes
There is a black sand beach nearby to explore (Kehena), and a lava tube hidden in a kipuka surrounded by a lava field, and geothermally heated ponds, forest trails, farmers’ markets, yoga classes, chocolate and mushroom farms, dances, waterfalls, drum circles and maybe...
Off Grid Getaway w Panoramic Ocean Views
Aloha & welcome to our lush 11 acre OFF GRiD Paradise!Experience eco-living on 10+ serene jungle acres with sweeping ocean views from the canopy. This sustainable retreat offers two bedrooms, two full baths, a private lanai, and your own entrance. Unplug, unwind, and...
Oceanfront Home w/ Incredible Lanai, Great Ocean View, WiFi, Washer/Dryer
Hale AikalaniOur calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'The open waters of the Pacific Ocean are right in your backyard at this modern and comfortable home just outside Pahoa,...
🌴 Gorgeous Oceanfront Luxury Retreat 🌊 Pool, black sand beach, AC and billiards
We are THE perfect luxury listing on the east side of the Big Island! A quick distance to black sand beaches, waterfalls, the volcano and charming Hilo town. ALOHA! Welcome to Hale Kakahi or Hawaiian for “unique, outstanding, one-of-a-kind house” -a perfect name for...
Magical Lava Temple Eco-Retreat w Volcano Views and Black Sand Beaches
Experience an unforgettable stay at the Magical Lava Temple, a 3BR/1BA off-grid sanctuary located 4 miles from the base of the world’s most active volcano. Surrounded by lava fields and breathtaking views, this open-air loft offers a unique connection with nature....
Newly remodeled gem in Hawaiian Shores
Spacious Custom built newly remodeled 3bd 2ba home with 2,144+ sqft of living space that has been beautifully remodeled/renovated for enjoying Island living.This home features vaulted ceilings, natural light with French Doors opening on to your spacious front...
Hale "Hā Hā" Apartment - 3 blocks from ocean cliffs
Hale "Hā Hā" is a one-bedroom, one-bath, 588 sq. ft. apartment that has separate living quarters with a private entrance and a relaxing lanai. We now have air conditioning! We provide a welcome gift of local Hawaiian products, along with coffee and tea. The kitchenette...
Hikina House- cozy yet airy-Walk to Kehena Beach
Hikina (east) house has lots of light and ventilation, ceiling fans, privacy. Great kitchen and wet bar for people who love to cook. It has a big master suite with a king bed, full bathroom, wet bar. There are two separate small decks. Washer & dryer on one deck.IIt's a...
Kai Malolo "Quiet Seas "Oceanfront Eco-Home now with A/C
WELCOME to KAI MALOLO (quiet seas)YOUR BIG ISLAND ADVENTURE STARTS HERE! JUST INSTALLED in the living room AIR CONDITIONING!!! NOW this is an alternative energy home so guests must conserve the solar power. IT is EZ and just like normal electric.Spectacular Oceanfront...
Private Oceanfront Luxury Home On The Pristine Puna Coast
Kalapana Beach Haven is a stunning 3 level custom-built tropical modern home that overlooks the ocean at the end of a cul-de-sac. With no direct neighbors, this retreat offers privacy with only the sounds of nature and the ocean. The house is surrounded on three sides...
Spacious home in a lush green piece of paradise
Nice, comfortable home on large lot with spacious lanai and fenced back yard. Use our home as a base for your Hawaiian adventure. Cook meals in our new kitchen with fresh, delicious and healthy fruits and veggies available at local markets. Barbecue on the lanai or eat...
Spacious, 5 bd/3 ba home in Orchidland Estates
Modern Contemporary, custom designed and well-built home with full kitchen and dining area, laundry, fireplace, beautiful decks, sleeps 10 comfortably, but can accommodate up to 17. Nestled on a private, landscaped acre of rain forest with many varieties of fruit-trees...
OCEAN View large home close to BEACH on 3 private landscape acres.nnnn
A beautiful 1400 sq ft 2 story home. 4 minute walk to the ocean. 1.5 miles to KEHENA black sand beach. Comfortable and clean with OCEAN VIEWS from many rooms and the covered lanai unlimited fast Internet - ATT Cell Phone reception - streaming Netflix on a big screen TV,...
Oceanfront Cottage in Scenic 'Old Hawaii' - the Original Rainbow Dreams Cottage
The Original Rainbow Dreams Cottage - with a spectacular oceanfront view - is the only vacation rental so close to the ocean on the scenic Old Red Road (Rural Route 137) in the small village of Opihikao. The cottage is off-grid, see below.Situated on the beautiful Puna...
Top Five Rated Vacation Rental In Pahoa , Come Relax With Us.
Enjoy a stay in this Rainforest Hawaiian Home and experience the authentic island style living;feel the tropical breeze, inhale the fragrant scents in the air and take in the songs of the numerous tropical birds that will greet you. We invite you to experience our style...
Enchanting Rainforest Hideaway, on 2 Private Acres to yourself. Pahoa/Keaau
The Enchanting Rainforest Hideaway is a custom vacation home which stands alone on 2 private acres surrounded by a lush rainforest which gives you the experience of old Hawaiian style simple elegance. Beautiful custom vacation home on 2 private acres in a rainforest...
CLEAN and SERENE eco-friendly private cottage!
Private cottage, gorgeous 720 sq ft one bedroom, full kitchen, bathroom, spacious living/dining area. Covered lanai with gas grill, patio seating, covered gazebo area with hammocks and hanging chairs. Conveniently located right off famous coastline of the 'Red Road.'...
World Class Garden Residence
Located on the rugged and picturesque Puna coast of the Big Island, Hale Mohalu Guesthouse is a garden residence in paradise. The lush and verdant district of Puna provides the idyllic setting for this unique botanical retreat. Situated on twenty-two acres with about 10...
Kehena Beach Oceanfront Retreat - Incredible Views of Ocean from Every Room
Discover the ultimate oceanfront retreat on the Big Island at Kehena Cliffside Estate — a private, gated luxury rental designed to showcase breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean from nearly every room. Nestled along the dramatic cliffs of Kehena, this spacious...
NEW RENTaL! Experience Aloha *Hawaiian Style Hale*
High quality rental with Hawaiian Style home feeling. Upgraded kitchen. Fresh and clean. Relax and enjoy.PLEASE NOTE: Our prices include TAT/GET tax - Perfect for 1-5 people. This is a fully furnished guest 2 bedroom/1 bath house w/ full kitchen and has nice tropical...
Hale Ohai: Modern Elegance in the Jungle near Pohoiki and Kehena Beaches
Relax in sleek, contemporary style at this modern Pahoa getaway, a private screen home once featured in the pages of Dwell Magazine. Walk the black sands of Kehena Beach in the warm island sunshine, and come home to a striking living space with a 500-foot deck where you...
Bowman's Big Island Guest House, Lava Tree State Park, Night Market, Beach
The Big Island Guest House is a private two-bedroom home including:-bedroom with a new queen bed-second bedroom with a queen bed-full bathroom-modern kitchen-large covered lanai (deck or porch) with a bbq-beautiful gazebo with tiki torches-covered parkingOur...
The Phoenix House - Epic Tiny Home GEM on Volcanic Lava Field
Come celebrate your Life & new beginnings at the acclaimed Phoenix House! Featured in countless media around the world, this epic, off-grid tiny home creation at the feet of an active Volcano has won the hearts of countless international visitors.. Enjoy a magic,...
Oceanfront In Beautiful Tropical Area, by black sand beach - Oceana Hawaii
Oceana Hawaii Oceanfront upstairs of home on the gorgeous "Red Road" and a short walk to a black sand beach. Quiet and serene yet modern in a natural tropical setting. Wake up looking at the waves, watch a pod of dolphins swim by. Have your coffee on the private outside...
Mediteranean style 2BR Garden Apartment to block from the Ocean ( Cliff )<br>
Ground floor bigger 2BR. Apartment #830178Mediterranean very nice 2 Bedroom Apartment full size Kitchen / big living Area / 1bath/ separate amazing outdoor shower for two .Big outside setting covered private patio & one covered EntranceOff road parking available and a...
Luxury oceanfront property with crashing waves and coastline views for miles
*****SPECIAL COVID-19 NOTES FOR GUESTS PRIOR TO BOOKING AND ARRIVING TO THIS PROPERTY:* All Guests must adhere to all applicable Covid_19 entry to Hawaii requirements and must show appropriate documentation of vaccination or negative test results in accordance with...
Tropical garden bungalow - all the comforts
Honey House is a finely finished piece of craftsmanship. Easy access, no stairs. It is a stand-alone 480 square foot garden bungalow. Hardwoods accent the living area. The full bath features a tiled shower, granite counter, and access to a garden lanai. We feature whole...
Bungalow only 2 blocks from the ocean ( Cliff ) with private patio & OCEAN VIEW
Bungalow has 420 sqft living area /plus a very big covered outside setting Lanai / patio a beautiful tropical garden , just for you in a very private, relaxing place as you lounge and enjoy the tropical bird-song and catch beautiful Eastside Hawai’i sun rise with peak-a...