Throw a pebble into the Pacific Ocean from your lanai.
Hale Aloha is a detached, very private, oceanfront guest house located in the magical neighborhood of Puako, next to Mauna Lani Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Ocean breezes and ceiling fans keep the home comfortable year around.
Typical of the beachfront homes that have made Puako so beloved, Hale Aloha is ideal for couples who appreciate a sense of place in a perfectly maintained Hawaiian-style beach house. This property is perfect for lounging and enjoying the sunshine and ocean air. Ocean access is adjacent to Hale Aloha, an ideal location to go fishing, snorkeling, diving, surfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddling.
The Main House is also available for rental at VRBO674382.
Puako is one of the sunniest destinations in Hawaii with a unique blend of old Hawaii charm and pristine coastline. Each day is filled with the sound of the sea, coconut trees swaying in the tropical breeze and the beauty of Hawaii. You share the ocean with sea turtles, humpback whales, and play on an oceanfront rich with sea life. Your day ends with one of the most stunning sunsets in the world.
Hale Aloha was built in the 1950's, and was completely renovated in 2014 without losing its Old Hawaiian charm. The fun and playful decor with plantation doors, wood louver windows, and hardwood laminate floors is a tropical retreat!
The warm ocean is your swimming pool. Protected and only 2-5 feet deep with a mostly sandy bottom, it is home to green sea turtles and colorful fish. Just beyond the reef-protected lagoon is the best snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking in Hawaii. In low tide, the tidal pools will inspire, January through May, you can watch the humpback whales play and breach.
Morning walks along the two-lane Puako Beach Drive will find you at Puako's famous ancient Hawaiian rock carvings, the largest example of Petroglyphs in the world. There is also a grocery store in walking distance.
Licenses & Registrations STVR 19-364228 /NUC 19-1615
GE 076 859 6480 01 / TA 076 859 6480 01
*Reservations lasting more than 14 nights will incur an additional housekeeping charge of $100 for a linen exchange or you can request a mid-stay cleaning for $200.
This charge will be added following confirmation....
Registration Number: GE-076-859-6480-01, TA-076-859-6480-01, 6900625000000
Thomas M.
Jul 22, 2024
Amazing view, great amenities, super area for turtles and snorkeling, perfect sunsets and star gazing from the lanai
Appreciate the use of onsite beach equipment
Chris O.
Jul 05, 2024
This is one of those places that selfishly I do not want to review for fear that it will become too popular, and I’ll never be able to visit it again. Where to begin? The Hale is just perfect Hawaii.
First, location: Puako. It is an amazing, quiet spot that I thought didn’t exist anymore! There are numerous public shoreline access areas along the road - you should explore them all! There is access to the ocean less than a minute walk from the Hale. At low tide you can explore the tide pools, at high tide you can swim. If you like beautiful sand and shade, Beach 69 is about a 3 minute drive. Finally, for the nights you want “fancy” dinner, the Mauna Lani resort area is a short drive away.
Ok, now let’s talk about the Hale itself. It is an amazing structure that was just perfect for two. The place was so incredibly clean when we arrived. It could be the cleanest VRBO we have ever stayed in. The view is spectacular, and we spent significant time just relaxing on the ocean front deck both during the day and night (we were lucky to see a shooting star!) The efficiency kitchen had everything we needed for our trip and more. Essential beach gear was also provided (chairs, umbrellas, towels). Slatted screened windows, kept the Hale completely comfortable no matter the time of day which encouraged much lounging in the perfectly positioned bed with a palm tree framed view of the pacific. The hosts were just as incredible as the home. Mahalo for your hospitality!
Nancy R.
Jun 13, 2024
The driving directions were flawless. Overall we really enjoyed our stay. The first three days the amount of mosquitoes in the bathroom and studio put a damper on our visit. Once we had those under control and always closing the screen doors behind us going to and from the deck it was great.
Between the breeze from the ocean and the ceiling fan the house was always comfortable. If the humidity rose we would take a short walk to the ocean and sit in the shallow water of the bay.
Puako General Store is 5 minutes away for beer, chip's and homemade chocolate chip cookies. But the best thing about this cottage is
the deck over looking the ocean, almost below your feet. First thing in the morning sitting there with a cup of coffee and watching the tide change; it’s the best.
Glenn K.
Jun 04, 2024
The location is just as described…right on the water. It’s in a quiet area. Perfect if you want to relax and enjoy nature. Like others we grilled often. Water in front of the property is beautiful but very rocky so not swimmable but great beaches are easy drives. Very responsive to our needs and questions. Absolutely loved it!
Andy H.
May 02, 2024
As advertised, view is wonderful.
Will S.
Apr 24, 2024
This place has all you need for a great Hawaiian vacation - most importantly it is right on the water. The kitchen is efficient, the bathroom good, the California king bed is awesome - especially for someone 6’5”. But to wake up every morning to the sound of the sea and have the ocean view all day is hard to beat. The best is the sunset with a margarita.
Aloha!!
Megan H.
Apr 12, 2024
This was our second stay – and we absolutely love the location, and the views. Property manager Jay won the quickest response time award, hands-down, when we let him know that we needed decent beach chairs.
The exterior of the house needs some maintenance – peeling paint, and a few spots on the deck that felt squishy, but nothing beats the views and waking up in bed to them. At the current rental rate, the house should be kept up well.
Now, if we could only teach the 3 neighbor boys, who were on their first beachfront vacation, that not everything needs to be said in a scream – especially at 6 AM, and after dark! 🙄
Megan H.
Apr 07, 2024
This was our second stay – and we absolutely love the location, and the views. Property manager Jay won the quickest response time award, hands-down, when we let him know that we needed decent beach chairs.
The exterior of the house needs some maintenance – peeling paint, and a few spots on the deck that felt squishy, but nothing beats the views and waking up in bed to them. At the current rental rate, the house should be kept up well.
Now, if we could only teach the 3 neighbor boys, who were on their first beachfront vacation, that not everything needs to be said in a scream – especially at 6 AM, and after dark! 🙄
Hannah S.
Jan 27, 2024
This was our second time staying here. It’s definitely a different experience in the winter but magical all the same. Nothing beats hearing the ocean all night and drinking coffee while watching whales from your door.
Kathleen M.
Jan 18, 2024
The cottage is exactly as described on the website, and had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Sitting on the deck and watching the whales was the best use of our time, and we basically grilled our meals and relaxed. We definitely hope to return.
Peter R.
Dec 28, 2023
This out-of-the-way property is perfect for getting away from the hordes of tourists. We'll be back.
Nicholas K.
Dec 20, 2023
We truly enjoyed our stay at this authentic Hawaiian paradise. It was very comfortable, relaxing and it provided all the extras that we needed to enjoy our time there. We look forward to visiting Big Island while staying at this magical place again.
Nicholas K.
Dec 20, 2023
We truly enjoyed our stay at this authentic Hawaiian paradise. It was very comfortable, relaxing and it provided all the extras that we needed to enjoy our time there. We look forward to visiting Big Island while staying at this magical place again.
Dec 06, 2023
We were glad to be back for our third visit.
Barbara H.
Dec 05, 2023
From the first moment we saw the property we were in love with it. After a week of sea turtles…whales …birds warm ocean water…we love it even more and can’t wait to go back!!!
