Hale Honu


Rates: $137 / night (avg.)
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Bed types: QK (sleeps 4)
Reviews: 4.67 (from 12 reviews)
This convenient, comfortable, and inviting condo has been lovingly furnished and maintained. It will be your perfect home base on the windward side of Hawaii island. From here, explore Volcanoes National Park, Mauna Loa Observatories, Panaewa Rainforest Zoo (FREE!) and so much more!

There are two bedrooms, with pillow-top queen and king beds. Well-furnished living room with brands like Lay-Z-Boy, Flexsteel and Tommy Bahama. All cooking utensils, dishes, and kitchen appliances are up-to-date. We tried to think of everything--there's even a rice cooker and a fresh coffee bean grinder!

View the pool, gardens, and ocean waves from the lanai (veranda).

Hale Honu is a favorite among visitors. Steps from Carlsmith Beach Park and near Richardson's Beach Park -- the best beach on Hawaii's windward side -- you'll have plenty of opportunity to snorkel, swim, paddle board, surf all with turtles after which Hale Honu is named!

Everything you'll need for an exciting holiday, or a restful vacation, are here. And if we've missed anything, let us know. We're local and we'll be there immediately!

Enjoy the outdoor pool on the property, surrounded by tropical gardens. Spend time in historic Hilo town and sample exotic tropical produce at the Famous Hilo Farmer's Market.

Take a scenic drive through tropical splendor, botanical garden, and the newest lava flows since the Kilauea Volcano flow in 2018. Pele created a new black sand beach! Ask us how to get there.

Hike to amazing waterfalls, or drive right up to our local Rainbow Falls and Boiling Pots.

After your adventures, you'll have a comfortable and peaceful place to come home to.

There are two television, one in the King bedroom (includes Netflix), and one in the living room.

You'll enjoy your stay in Hale Honu and in Hilo.

E Komo Mai (welcome!)
Registration Number: GE-073-800-0896-01, TA-073-800-0896-01

Hale Honu Reviews



Nancy C.
August 2022
Very easy to arrange.


Jennifer H.
March 2022
We had a great week here. I was hoping for a cool garden experience, which we surely had. Also, a bonus ocean view complete with whale sightings!! Take binoculars if you have room. As we have lived in Hilo, I was expecting mosquitoes and we had none. Just a wonderful time! Jenny and Dave Sequim WA


John S.
January 2022
We enjoyed our Christmas in Hilo. The apartment is as described and served us well as a base for a week on the Island. Hilo is a small, quiet town but had a few shops, a vibrant farmers market, museums, and some nice restaurants. It is the wetter side of the island, and we enjoyed exploring the rain forests and waterfalls in the area. There was enough sun, though, that we were able to be at the beach almost every day. The part right next to the apartment is great for swimming, with a cove that made it easy to relax in the water, or you could go out further to experience the waves. Volcano National Park is about an hour away. We also ventured to the Kona coast, about two hours drive, where it was warmer and dryer(and much more touristy/commercial) for a sailing/snorkeling tour. Another day we headed southwest to the black-sand beach and then to the green(ish) sand beach. Our host was helpful and replied quickly to all my questions.


joanne w.
March 2020
We had an amazing time. The condo was an older building but very clean and maintained. Well stocked with household items including a vacuum which was nice to have. Very nicely decorated also. Steps away from a lagoon where we got to swim with turtles. Looking forward to renting again. Will happily refer our friends!


Beth S.
March 2020
Very clean and comfortable condo. Kitchen was well equipped. Added bonus were the lovely parks nearby. Location was great - close to town. A suggestion... a bbq for guests use, perhaps in the pool area.


Valerie R.
February 2020
The condo, property and the owner’s description were perfect. We loved our stay there especially being adjacent to a wonderful swimming beach. Thank you


Jude C.
January 2020
Lovely condo. Excellent location.


Jerry M.
January 2020
The room was very wet the carpet and our clothes were always damp. Too hot needed fans all the time. The views were great from the Lani.


Masao M.
October 2019
I will be returning next time.thank you!



September 2019
Had everything we needed for our two night stay. Well equipped condo, easy to drive to and great location for the snorkelling. Good value for money. Would stay again for a short 2-3 night stay in Hilo.

Note: Vacancy calendar is approximate. Visit the owner/manager's reservation site to verify your dates.

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