Watch the Whales from comfortable penthouse apartment!
4.7
Outstanding(190 Reviews)Apartment in Hilo, HI
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this apartment rental
Condo Description:
Our condo is a comfortable top floor, 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom apartment with a private, covered balcony-lanai with panoramic ocean views; cathedral ceilings; clerestory windows in living room. Gated Residents-and-Guests-only pool on grounds; Carlsmith County Beach Park immediately adjacent to the building is a lovely park with many coconut palms and swimming lagoons that are protected from ocean waves by a coral reef. Every one comments about swimming with the sea turtles there! The condo is 4 miles to downtown Hilo/shopping and services.
2 bedroom/1 bath/ full kitchen; covered lanai; elevator building; designated parking spot. 35 miles to Volcano National Park; 15 miles to Akaka falls (440 feet high), 50 miles to Waipio Valley. Much more touring and dining info sent to you upon booking.
Please ask about children under 12.
Unless a climate controlled interior is something you Have to Have, you will find the climate and the proximity to ocean breezes make the condo very comfortable. Daily temperatures range from 62 to 86 degrees YEAR ROUND. The building has NO AC.
For a self guided 3D tour please copy and paste the URL below into any browser:
(click through the space and spin 360 degrees from any position in the space)
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=X1RrTKSLczh&brand=0
Renting our place is a business, but it's also fun. We are your private hosts and we own and rent just this place and another suite at our home 7 miles from Hilo. Part of the fun is sharing something (when you book) about yourselves and/or your visit to the islands. We look forward to your visit!
GE License: GE-095-813-2224-01
Transient Accommodations Licence: TA-095-813-2224-01
County of Hawaii STVR Number: 19-362595
County of Hawaii NUC Permit Number: 19-1284
Our condo is a comfortable top floor, 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom apartment with a private, covered balcony-lanai with panoramic ocean views; cathedral ceilings; clerestory windows in living room. Gated Residents-and-Guests-only pool on grounds; Carlsmith County Beach Park immediately adjacent to the building is a lovely park with many coconut palms and swimming lagoons that are protected from ocean waves by a coral reef. Every one comments about swimming with the sea turtles there! The condo is 4 miles to downtown Hilo/shopping and services.
2 bedroom/1 bath/ full kitchen; covered lanai; elevator building; designated parking spot. 35 miles to Volcano National Park; 15 miles to Akaka falls (440 feet high), 50 miles to Waipio Valley. Much more touring and dining info sent to you upon booking.
Please ask about children under 12.
Unless a climate controlled interior is something you Have to Have, you will find the climate and the proximity to ocean breezes make the condo very comfortable. Daily temperatures range from 62 to 86 degrees YEAR ROUND. The building has NO AC.
For a self guided 3D tour please copy and paste the URL below into any browser:
(click through the space and spin 360 degrees from any position in the space)
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=X1RrTKSLczh&brand=0
Renting our place is a business, but it's also fun. We are your private hosts and we own and rent just this place and another suite at our home 7 miles from Hilo. Part of the fun is sharing something (when you book) about yourselves and/or your visit to the islands. We look forward to your visit!
GE License: GE-095-813-2224-01
Transient Accommodations Licence: TA-095-813-2224-01
County of Hawaii STVR Number: 19-362595
County of Hawaii NUC Permit Number: 19-1284
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Hilo, HI
Reviews
4.7
Outstanding(190 Reviews)4.7
Beautiful view from both lanai and master bedroom, very impressed. Very clean and comfortable all around. The breeze coming in was amazing. There are ceiling fans and floor fans if needed for those warmer nights. Would definitely recommend.
4.7
We loved this condo. It is beautifully cared for and carefully appointed. The view from the lanai is 100% perfect Hawaii. I don’t think I have ever spent time in a condo that is literally above huge tropical trees and looks down on a super picturesque beach. The view is exquisite. The condo was super clean and had everything we needed in terms of kitchen, towels and bedding etc. nothing was missing. The outside of the building is a bit windswept and the road going into Hilo passes some industrial buildings (the condo is near the port of Hilo but that is not visible from the condo). All in all, our stay was absolutely magical. We drove around the island and visited Lavaloa chocolate farm (with unbelievably, little wild black pigs rooting around freely) and also the enormous banyan tree at Rainbow falls. We drove across the volcanic landscape that leads to Kailua-Kona and saw the wild goats that seem to thrive on the rocky volcanic ground. We drove north through the cute town Waimea with its lush farmland and tropical landscspe, to the yellow sand Hapuna beach. Lastly we saw turtles and a variety of about 10 different tropical fish in the ocean outside the condo -Carlsmith beach Park). I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
4.7
This is a great apartment with a lovely pool and close access to a gorgeous beach. It is perfect for a family. The balcony overlooking the ocean was fantastic. We would stay here again!
4.7
Just steps from Carlsmith beach
4.7
We loved our stay in this condo! We were very happy with the cleanliness and location. The property manager checked on us to make sure we got in ok and was available in case we needed anything. The view from the balcony is breathtaking! Located right on Carlsmith Beach, you don’t even have to leave unless you want to! Will definitely stay here again and would recommend to others. No issues at all.
4.7
Enjoyed our time in this suite.
4.7
We stayed 7 days in this unit. We were pleased with everything. I found the manager/ owner to be very helpful and accommodating. There was a book in the condo that made all the difference to us in exploring Hilo and the rest of the island. So glad I decided to take a look at it. There were more than adequate supplies available for our use. Be aware that the washer and dryer are coin operated so you will need lots of quarters. Beautiful view.
4.7
This is a great home base for exploring the island. Quiet, clean, easy to get to and well stocked. thank you for a great week!
4.7
The location was convenient. The view was amazing. Had a little trouble sleeping due to the noise of the frogs and a rooster that woke us up every morning at 524am. The condo was amazing other than that. We felt very safe and loved that we were only 50ft from the water...aaaannndddd we got to swim with the sea turtles. Amazing.
4.7
Unit had everything we needed for our stay. Beautiful views and lovely places to swim or to take a pleasant walk. Would stay here again. Loved that it had an elevator.
4.7
We loved the Hilo side of the island so much and this was a great spot to take it all in. The condo has everything you need. We liked the privacy and security factors. Randall was easy to communicate with and the residents at Mauna Loa Shores were friendly and helpful. It’s not a fancy place but the price definitely reflects that.
We loved watching whales from the lanai and the activity of Carlsmith right below. It really is as close as it looks, actually closer. Would definitely stay here again!
4.7
What an amazing stay. So Thankful for such a beautiful location. Everything was PERFECT… Will be back.
4.7
Great views from both sides of the apartment. Excellent location. Right by a nice beach where we saw green turtles. Close to town. Quiet and safe place. Would enjoy staying there again.
4.7
We loved staying here; we could hear the ocean waves day and night. The ocean is practically in your backyard at this place and we enjoyed swimming at the park several times. We saw turtles every time we went down to the park/ocean.
There is a nice restaurant within walking distance that is open for dinner (Wed-Sun I believe). The apartment is a short drive from downtown Hilo and convenient to other services. We would stay here again.
4.7
The views from the lanai alone make this spot worth the trip. The fact that the condo itself is gorgeous, and fully loaded with everything you’d need to settle in and make it your home away from home was a total bonus.
20 seconds out the back is some amazing snorkelling in a protected little bay, and you’d literally have to go out of your way NOT to see a variety of gorgeous turtles.
We are already planning our return to the Hilo area, and are absolutely going to come back here.
4.7
wonderful stay
4.7
Condo was clean and well stocked. Master bed was very comfortable. Good cross breeze, was never hot. Thought about snorkeling at the beach park, but I was there on a holiday weekend, and the park was crowded. Did see a few turtles in the evening, though. Will definately stay here again. Thank you Randall!
4.7
We loved staying at Randall’s place. Really clean and comfortable for our family and the residents were so nice/kind and Randall was really easy to work with. The view was beautiful and the space super comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
4.7
The condo is renovated, nicely furnished, beautiful view, convenient location close to restaurants and stores.
4.7
The view was wonderful as was the park/beach nearby. Communication with the owner was amazing.
For groceries/dining a vehicle is a definite plus (one restaurant across the street - limited hours, though groceries and food could be ordered in)
4.7
We were able to stay here for 3 nights, but we wish we stayed longer. The condo is beautiful, clean, and up to date. The condo is VERY well stocked from the kitchen to the bathroom supplies to beach towels. We loved having things like jelly in the refrigerator that we didn't have to buy. The view is incredible, and we slept to the sound of the ocean & Coqui frogs each night. The location was convenient to everything on the Hilo side. I would highly recommend this condo!
4.7
The apartment was lovely, everything you could need was provided. The view was incredible and situated right on Carlsmith Beach Park. There was a beautiful cross flow of air when the front door was open & we found it quite cool & comfortable at night.
We were very pleased with our stay & the check in process was smoothe & easy. The price was very reasonable too.
4.7
Beautiful place to stay at. We loved having dinner on the balcony. When you wake up the ocean is the first thing you here. Randall and Donna were quick with responses. This was a perfect place for a much needed rest and relaxtion. We also felt very safe at the property. Easy access to the beach. We would like to stay again, if we get another chance to come back!
4.7
We stay here every year and would never stay anywhere else
4.7
I love everything about this place since it's nearby the lagoon beaches. The only thing I'd recommend is better shades in the other room with the twin beds. More comfortable sheets in the main bedroom. Also there's only 1 bathroom here. Other than that it was a very nice stay. Randall was great in communicating back and forth. Just follow the instructions when you arrive for your key, even though there's nobody present. The ground keeper are there. They're helpful as well. Pool needs to be updated, remember to have mosquitoes repellent with you. They're no joke. I would come again.
4.7
The view was what made it!! The Bed and furniture is comfortable, well stocked kitchen. Wish it had a dishwasher and dressers.
4.7
The condo and location was perfect.It was easy to walk to the lagoon in the park next door.The location was perfect for us.We were minutes from downtown Hilo.It was easy to get to the stores we needed
When I did have questions for the owner he was very prompt getting back to me.
If I ever came back to Hawaii I would definitely stay here again
4.7
This top floor unit has a spectacular view of Carlsmith Beach. When you keep the lanai and front door open (both screened), there is a great cross breeze that flows through the unit. Randall was great with answering any questions that we had and checked to make sure we got into the unit okay. Thank you for a great stay.
4.7
We had everything we needed! Views were amazing! Went down to the lagoon nightly to see the turtles coming in to sleep for the night.
4.7
The best part about this property is the location. You can head down stairs and right out the back gate to be at Carlsmith Beach Park. This is a great place for kids with a sheltered cove at low tide and plenty of places to explore. The building was also in a quiet area, which was nice, but they were doing construction on the building which started at about 7 am every morning, so sleeping in was definitely out. This property is also just down the street from Richardson Ocean Park which has a black sand beach and great snorkeling. We spent a bunch of time here as well. Another great feature of this unit is that it is on the top floor and has high ceilings with windows on both sides that let in plenty of light during the day. This property is a great base of operations if you are playing on the east side of the island. In the 4 days we stayed here we were able to swim/snorkel, go to Volcanoes National Park, see Akaka falls, visit Umauma falls, enjoy Rainbow falls and the giant Banyan tree, go to the Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, hang out at the farmers market, enjoy the Japanese gardens and lots more!
4.7
We loved our stay at this home in Hilo. There view of the ocean and the park lagoon that is next door was worth the price of admission. It felt very spacious for our family of 4. Never got hot with the fans going and windows open to the ocean breeze. Would definitely stay again.
4.7
Absolutely enjoyed our stay here. Randall is awesome and will make sure you are all set!
4.7
The condo was as described. The location is great - outside of downtown Hilo but a short drive and right next to a beach park. Everything was really convenient.
The condo itself was clean and well kept up. Highly recommend.
4.7
This is a great place to stay location location location
I would recommend anybody to rent this place
4.7
Very uncomfortable living room furniture.
4.7
We really enjoyed our stay in this condo. It was very quiet and had a wonder view of the ocean when we sat and drank our morning coffee. The only negative of this condo is that it does not have air conditioning. For the most part the ocean breeze kept the unit cool and it was not a problem, but there were a few nights that got a little humid.
The property manager also did a great job making sure we got check in. He also help us with some questions about activities in the area.
4.7
Older condo but comfortable. Loved the view of the park. Well equipped for our needs. Enjoyed our stay.
4.7
The unit is on the top floor of a building by a beach park, giving a commanding view of the ocean from the balcony. It is very clean and pleasant, with full kitchen amenities. The owner is also very responsive and interacted with us through text. We had a great time staying there. The only minor challenge is that the parking space is quite tight and may be hard to get into. Luckily we rented a compact sedan. We will definitely come back on our next trip to Hilo.
4.7
This is literally right on the ocean. and up on the 7th floor We watched whales and dolphins from the lanai and snorkeled at Carlsmith Beach Park right out the door. There is no A/C so sleeping was a bit harder and the kitchen and furniture are a bit tired but the location made up for that. Randall was very helpful in adjusting our dates by a day and getting us in a bit early since we were driving over from Kona with groceries. definitely a place to return to if we ever decide to stay in Hilo again.
4.7
This place had a great view! Communication with with the property manager was also very good through the VRBO app.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Hilo?
The average price for a rental in Hilo is £182 per night. This rental is £16 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Watch the Whales from comfortable penthouse apartment!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Watch the Whales from comfortable penthouse apartment!. Enjoy the water!
Is Watch the Whales from comfortable penthouse apartment! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Watch the Whales from comfortable penthouse apartment!?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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