It's a lovely home with a very nice lanai.
Very clean and beautiful designed room.
Our stay at Hale Hapu‘u was brief, but lovely! It’s a great spot, easy access to lots of areas of the island. The cottage was warm and inviting. My only (very minor) feedback is that compared to other spots we stayed for similar pricing, the kitchen amenities felt a little lacking. It was great for a short stay, but I think we’d have struggled with the size of the sink and a mini-fridge if we had been there much longer than a day or two. But that’s a small thing that didn’t impact us this time around! The hosts were responsive and gave very clear instructions. Overall, I would highly recommend Hale Hapu‘u!
The ohana was absolutely beautiful with original artwork and other decor that msde it feel like Hawaii inside and out. We loved the outdoor tub and everything in general was comfortable and well situated. No issues finding it, though I could see how it may be difficult to find in the dark, the owner's instructions are clear and pictures help guide you. Awesome smashburger stand just 8 minutes away. Highly recommend.
A restful, peaceful and private guest cottage outfitted with everything needed and more. Located less than 30 minutes south of Hilo Airport, it is well-situated to enjoy all the offerings of the region, including the active volcano. For us, it served as home base while visiting family. We especially valued the owner's masterful wood carvings that helped give the cottage its uniquely Hawaiian vibe. We also appreciated the detailed guest guidelines intended to keep the ohana in its best condition and preserve it for enjoyment by others.
Amazing little guest house near Hilo! Hawaiian decorated with wood carved pieces. Every detail is thought of & home is very comfortable. Good location for everything around Hilo & Vocanos National Park.
This property is absolutely amazing!! Every little detail has been thought of. Very clean! Owner was very responsive to questions. I wish we had been able to enjoy all of the amenities but the erupting volcano kept us in the park. The outdoor tub with the lush surroundings …truly is paradise! Comfy beds too.thank you for hosting us in your beautiful property.
3 lovely nights at Scott and Tracy’s place. Decor was so cool. Frogs, birds and evening downpours were extra bonus. We loved our stay. Don’t miss out - use the bathtub!
The art on the property is amazing. The night frogs and day bird sounds were very relaxing. Loved the outdoor patio and tub area. Like a spa!
Beautiful place with all the extras
At first, a bit tricky to find, especially at night in the rain. Google maps sends you in the wrong direction. But easy to find once you find it. Just go down Maku’u and take a right on 12th and it’s right there in the right side. Property is very nicely appointed. Chickens and other gorgeous birds visited every day. The covered patio is great for morning coffee and evening wine. With two ceiling fans, we never turned on the a/c My wife loves the tub.
Wonderful location, fully equipped, every detail has been thought of. There is a beautiful area. I’ll talk where you can have a bath, which is so well set up and private.. We were so glad that we booked this place, zero regrets!!!!
This place was great for 2 people and perfectly situated between Hilo and Volcano. Loved the decor and Hawaiian vibe! So comfortable and serene. And Scott was amazing at communicating! Would definitely recommend.
My wife and I enjoyed every bit of the home. The aura of the place is simply amazing! The directions were very clear (but make sure you read every line). My wife is a vegetarian and prefers home cooked meals on some days. Scott provided a grill with a side burner. It worked well for us. But remember that cooking and dish washing should be in the outside cabana/sitting area. But they have an outside sink in a covered area. The inside is simply amazing. Scott does carving with wood and stone. All the tiki carvings in photos were done by Scott. Outside hot tub is also a highlight! It was super convenient for our drive to volcanos national park!
Our stay was perfect. Exactly as pictured.
Hale Hapu’u was a wonderful retreat. Very clean, cozy, had most everything we needed, and we especially loved the lanai which is beautifully done and the perfect spot for eating, studying, and just spending time. We really appreciated to attention to detail that was put into this guest house!
This house was an absolite delight to stay in. The Hawaiian theme was so fun, the home was clean, and extremely well organized. They have the cutest outdoor areas to spend time hanging out in too. Also, the bed and pillows were the most comfortable i've ever slept on while on vacation! Would definitely recommend this property!
Communication with the host was great from the start. He was even able to accommodate a slight date change for us.
The house was very clean and you could tell they took pride in its appearance and upkeep.
There were quite a few things they asked for guests to do to help keep it clean and bug free, like removing shoes before entering, setting the garbage outside for them to remove regularly, and doing food prep and consumption out on the lanai. These were easy enough to accommodate.
We would stay there again.
Really nice spot close to the city but also enjoying the surrounding nature, would highly recommend
Lovely home in beautiful Hilo! The home had loads of Hawaiian charm and everything needed to be comfortable. I loved the outdoor tub!
Lovely cottage with Hawaiian motif. Quiet and secure. Scott was very responsive and even bought a steamer to help with our travel wrinkled clothes. We were attending a special event and were very appreciative. We had a great grilled breakfast on the patio of local eggs and vegetables. Would stay again!
Can't wait to come back and spend more time.
Needed a respite from the insanity of life and the world and found it at Hale Hapu'u. The images are nothing compared to the reality of the house and the surrounding garden. The most beautiful and peaceful place we have ever stayed at and looking forward to staying at again. The house and grounds are immaculate and Scott has built a true homage to Hawai'i and the culture. The Hale Hapu'u is clean and comfortable and the outdoor "spa" tub was perfect! We enjoyed spending mornings having breakfast on the porch and listening to the sounds of nature around us. Quiet, comfortable, peaceful, soul nourishing. Absolutely loved it.
A unique beautiful property. Highley recommend staying here.
The property and mgmt of it was all around excellent. Highly recommend!!
The stay at Hale Hapu'u was great in every way! Beautiful Ohana with great attention to detail, privacy and easy communication and self-check-in.
From the moment we pulled into the property, we knew that we were in for a unique experience. The grounds are immaculate and provide a perfect oasis for the local wildlife that we enjoyed experiencing all day. The layout of the Hapu’u is perfect and the personal touches of the wood carvings provide a wonderful touch of Hawaiian culture. Every morning was like waking up in paradise. Scott provided so much detailed and informative information ahead of time, this helped greatly in planning our stay on the big island. He also included everything you would need to ensure a relaxing and stress free stay, including unlimited coffee, bath towels and bubble bath for the outdoor bathtub. This place is just simply magical and we were very lucky that we were able to stay here.
This is the place to go to get out of the hustle and bustle of the cities. Close enough to both Hilo and Volcano National Park. The setup and details of the unit are next level unbelievable! Thank you for a great day... hope to stay again some day soon.
It was an amazing place to stay and visit the area. Few residents stays ha e been this nice
If you want to take a break, this is the place. Everything you need. A tranquil patio, outdoor tub if you want to spoil yourself. Quiet, clean, cool interior decor.
We only spent one night but could have happily stayed longer. There is a town about 12 miles away with restaurants.
