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Rain Forest Apartment!

Escape to a tranquil hideaway where frogs serenade you at night and birds greet you by morning. Indulge in local flavors at nearby farmer’s markets.

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rain Forest Apartment!

Aloha
Our beautiful one-acre lush tropical paradise is located south of Hilo and near Kea'au and Pahoa Villages in the rainforest..
The one-bedroom downstairs apartment looks out lush tropical garden, orchids, anthuriums and lush tropical plants.
Queen bed in bedroom. and Double futon in living room
A piece of paradise to call home while you are on the Big Island. Go to sleep with frogs chirping and stars so bright you could almost touch them. Wake up to birds singing and complimentary Hawaiian coffee . Pamper yourself, shower in our collected rainwater.
Automatic quotes for 1 bedroom are for 1-2 guests/ additional guest $10 pr night per guest
We live on property behind the rental.
Please read house rules in apt. It is customary to remove shoes upon entering the apt.
SORRY NO ANIMALS!! NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN! NO SMOKING!
We are in a residential/rural neighborhood 20 minutes from the Hilo Airport.
*Honu Hale 3 offers easy access to east side sites.
*15 min.(10 miles) Hilo town and Hilo beaches
*4 miles to ocean cliffs, and less than a mile from the main highway.
*25-30 minutes from Volcano National Park & Winery
*10 minutes from Keaau town
*12 minutes from Pahoa Village
* 25 min Botanical Gardens
*Free Zoo in a Rain Forest
*amazing Star Gazing at Mauna Kea

See the world's most active volcano, Kilauea. Swim with the sea turtles Botanical gardens, rain forest, waterfalls and desert are all part of our unique landscape. Visit our two interesting local farmer’s markets on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, where you can get fresh and organic veggies, local artisan hand crafted gifts, yummy ethnic foods and experience the local flavor.
Aloha and Mahalo,
Jim & Kepi Hains

We also have a budget friendly 1 Bedroom apt that may be available.
2 bed Apt/ a queen bed in each bedroom. .Double futon in living room Vrbo#73302
Our Lava /1bd apt. has 1 queen bed in bedroom. Vrbo#954412
We also have a studio apt. available.. Vrbo#99067


Property manager

Kepi Hains

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-053-388-2880-01, GE-053-388-2880-01

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Rain Forest Apartment! Keaau
Rain Forest Apartment! Apartment
Rain Forest Apartment! Apartment Keaau

About the area

Map
Kea'au, HI

What's nearby

  • Hilo Shopping Center - 18 min drive
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 19 min drive
  • Port of Hilo - 20 min drive
  • Ha'ena Beach - 20 min drive
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaleo's Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kurtistown Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hilo Coffee Mill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rain Forest Apartment! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rain Forest Apartment!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rain Forest Apartment!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rain Forest Apartment! located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Hobby Garden Hawaii, Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Pahoa Museum and Kilauea Caverns of Fire are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Rain Forest Apartment! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyrae D.

Great location
Great location with soothing sounds of Hawaiian wildlife.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen G.

Affordable lovely 3 day stay
We had an excellent 3 day stay near Hilo. We visited volcanos NP, Richardson's beach, the Macadamia nut farm, and a really neat little zoo close by. Great affordable place to explore the island from.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Delightful
Wonderful property and hosts! Loved every minute of our stay! Highly recommend this venue!!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liberty H.

Wonderful
Awesome place to stay! Very well equipped with everything my friend and I needed. Very enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie M.

Great place to relax
Was good place to relax and enjoyed our stay. Gardens are beautiful and hosts are friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig

The hosts were wonderful! We had our space and privacy but we also had access to the hosts when we needed them. They provided wonderful dining and activity recommendations for us. We celebrated our 15th anniversary here and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Bliss
Excellent in every way (2nd stay)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Perfect stay for Hilo side of island
The property was perfect for our day trips to Hawaii Volcano Park, waterfalls and snorkeling on Black sands beach. The bed was comfortable and the space very functional. Host was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilinne C.

Delightful Stay
Beautiful gardens, artful furnishings and friendly vibes. Couldn't have been better!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Great host and location
Fun place to stay when you are exploring the rain forest and National Lava Park. They did a great job creating their own environment that fits in great. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raúl A.

100% recommended
Overall a great stay in a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie W.

Wonderful haven in a rainforest garden
We loved our stay in the downstairs apartment with our own outside terrace overlooking the garden. It was spacious with a comfortable sofa bed in the living room for extra people. It was great to have our own kitchen and to have a big jar of coffee provided to kickstart each day. It’s not far from the Volcano Park with easy access to Hilo. Thoroughly recommend staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate A.

Lovely Getaway
Jim and Kepi were very welcoming hosts. They have made a lovely little getaway for visitors to the big island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Beautiful
Relaxed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie S., Taos, New Mexico, USA

A homey, reasonably priced stay
I enjoyed staying here for 2 weeks. Kepi and Jim were very friendly and helpful, and their place is quiet and surrounded by flowers! A bit of a drive to Hilo , but worth it!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tim m., Prior Lake, MN

Paradise in the jungle
Loved it. Great place and wicked friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope K.

Thank you for a wonderful visit to the Big Island
Thank you so much for all your help during our stay on the island. We made memories that will last a lifetime!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Peaceful and Pleasant
Wonderful property; the unit was nicely decorated, amply appointed, clean and tidy. The grounds were beautiful, verdant, peaceful and quiet (apart from birds and other wildlife). The hosts were warm and welcoming; very knowledgeable about the area and its attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

5 stars is totally inadequate to rate this place and our awesome hosts,Jim and Kepi.
We are repeat guests and will be back. Great location, easy access to Hilo. Feels like a mini stay in our own botanical garden. Jim and Kepi have created their own little piece of paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry Warshauer

exactly as described - and even better.
The property is as described but what is even better is the outdoor covered eating area so if if rains you are still in a beautiful location eating breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndee J.

Awesome stay
Loved our stay at this lovely apartment truly in the middle of the rainforest. The owners greeted us upon arrival and made sure we were comfortable during our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

James Ryan B.

A short drive to everything
My wife and stayed a week and the place was great. A short drive everywhere. Hilo and great Snorkeling or down through Pahoa to the Red Road and Kehena (Black Sand) beach. Keep and Brian were great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald I.

Art and Garden Gem
Surrounded by great art and landscaping ... not much more to ask for! 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarada A.

Tropical oasis
This property is one of a kind! Beautiful, clean, comfortable and artistic both inside and out! Jim and Kepi are great hosts!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy H.

A lovely place to relax
We loved our stay and enjoyed getting to know Kepi, Jim and the other guests. Our lanai was where we spent most of our time, enjoying the lush, tropical garden. Very relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023