Vacation rentals with outdoor seating in Ainaloa

The Whale House was even better than advertised! The location was easy to find and so beautiful! We used this as our home away from home to explore Volcanoes National Park, Punalu’u Black sand beach, Volcano winery, and multiple waterfalls. Our family also enjoyed relaxing, reading, and napping on the lanai and in the hammock swings. The garden out back was a delight to explore. The lava cliffs were also very cool!! David & Chrystal provided everything we needed and more! The kitchen was well equipped- we made several meals. The cooler and beach equipment came in handy when we visited the black sand beach. The bikes were also a nice bonus. We really never wanted to leave and would love to come back soon!

We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks again for letting us.

Comfortable, clean, private. Enjoyed our 11 day stay. Highly recommend staying there.

Lucky to grab this location for a few days. Accommodations were great for three parties of folks. Especially great one couple could bring their dog. Unfortunately, we missed the volcano eruptions, which started the day we checked out for home. They seemed to have everything you might need and super cozy, including the reclining couch sections were comfortable enough to sleep in!!

The house was in a good location for our plan. We were close to town for restaurants & grocery stores. Me were up for a quiet vacation and certainly were able to avoid the crowds. It is situated near Hilo & Kīlauea volcano, which were our primary focus. We enjoyed ourselves immensely.

Very well kept, clean and comfortable place. Loved the nature surrounding the cottage.

This was a great base for visiting Volcanoes NP, just an easy short drive to the park entrance which was exactly what we were looking for. The living space was bright and spacious and made our group of 6 feel right at home with ample space to spread out. We were surprised at the large swings in temperature even within the house so be prepared to dress warmly in the late evening and early mornings but the house also had plenty of extra blankets and heaters to help.

What a beautiful space! Everything was perfect and clean and my friends and I had everything that we needed! It’s also a quick 2 min walk to restaurants and stores but enough out of the way that you do not feel like you are in ‘town.’ I always love spending time in Hilo - it’s a great town for so much and this was the perfect place to stay at while there! On a side note for other guests - there are 83 whales in this place - we couldn’t resist counting! It’s so adorable. Mahalo

Our stay felt at home! We enjoyed the scenery. The place was clean and quiet. I would stay again if available!

Scott’s place is a peaceful retreat just steps from the beach, with stunning ocean views right from the balcony. The surrounding area is beautifully natural and serene—perfect for relaxing and unwinding. While it’s a bit removed from restaurants and services, having a rental car makes exploring the area easy and convenient. Inside, the apartment is exceptionally well organized—everything is thoughtfully arranged, easy to find, and feels welcoming. Overall, a wonderful place to stay. Highly recommended! – Terry

Robynne is a terrific host, and the place was perfect for my husband and I! It was extremely clean and absolutely adorable. Robynne provided pages of things to do that was all very helpful. The neighborhood is so quiet and peaceful and the view from the deck is amazing! Robynne was also so friendly and kind and we really enjoyed her beautiful huskies! (She was very courteous and kind to inquire if we liked dogs before introducing so if you’re not a dog lover, she will be totally respectful!). We will stay here again when we visit Hilo next time!

We really enjoyed our stay. Felt like a cute cabin in the rain forest. There are even orchads on the trees. We loved the sounds of the frogs at night. Having breakfast was a great touch, and we appreciated it. It is located within a very short drive to the national park. We also loved the little farmers market in town with lots of local produce and products.

This is a great, clean place to stay! It’s close to so many fun things in Hilo and the check in and out processes were very easy. I would stay again and would recommend to others!

Rhonda and Jeff were fantastic hosts! Their place was modern, spotless, cozy, and so thoughtfully set up. The small AC unit was surprisingly powerful—as long as the room door stayed open and the ceiling fan was on low, it stayed perfectly cool. They thought of everything: beach gear (chairs, towels, snorkels), bug spray, even an umbrella by the door. The bed was super comfortable, hot water was reliable, and the assigned parking spot was large and convenient. My husband also appreciated the outdoor cloths for cleaning gear. It’s a bit of a drive from Hilo and Keaau, so a vehicle is needed, but otherwise, it was a smooth and enjoyable stay. We’d absolutely recommend this Airbnb and would happily come back. Rhonda and Jeff are such thoughtful and lovely hosts—thank you both for your warm hospitality!

This place was pretty cool to stay at. Off the grid. We enjoyed our time here. The only thing missing was a toaster which I wasn’t able to find lol but that’s really a small thing. 10/10 recommend!

This was a lovely, peaceful Airbnb in a nice neighborhood immediately outside of Hilo. Gregory met us upon arrival to ensure that we had what we needed. The unit included everything that we could have needed and more, including a very well-stocked kitchen, yoga mats, guide books, and beach chairs. We could easily get to downtown Hilo within a ten-minute drive and return to the unit for a soak in the hot tub. We loved Hilo and would absolutely stay here again.

I was there with my boyfriend for the week. The location was great! Within walking distance g distance to great restaurants and the best farmers market I’ve ever been to. The views are absolutely stunning. Watching the sunrise in the morning was so beautiful. We felt right at home. I would definitely stay there again! Thank you so much Carla and Joe! It was a little slice of heaven there.

We enjoyed our stay at Shae’s place. It clearly shows that the hosts care and have put in the effort to ensure guests have a great stay. They have considered all the little details to make the stay comfortable and convenient. Good location, close to everything. Condo exceeded our expectations. Thanks Shae and Ayzlynn!

Super nice place to spend a couple nights while exploring Hilo/Waterfalls/Volcanoes! It’s a bit tough to find but Maggie’s instructions were proactive in letting you know how to get to the right parking lot (make sure to not rely on GPS alone). The public lagoon park is a short walk away and was absolutely gorgeous - some of the most impressive trees you’ll ever see, neat wavy footbridges, and some humbling memorials and statues. The unit itself was nice and comfortable, and overlooks an adorable small creek stocked with koi and a waterfall that lulls you to sleep each night. All different kinds of birds to observe out on the spacious lanai. The pool was large and the common areas were clean and landscaped, despite the buildings themselves being a bit aged. Bar across the parking lot is open late, but other nearby food options close early. Phenomenal location and unit overall for a cheap couple’s getaway on east side Big Island. Recommend!

Luxe was very responsive, friendly, proactive and understanding. The apartment is beautiful and the scenery and proximity to the ocean and great snorkeling cannot be beat

We had a great stay at Carrie and Hugh's Airbnb. They were gracious enough to let us drop off some luggage before check-in. The place was clean, comfortable, and centrally located (10 mins to downtown Hilo). There was also a very cute cat on the premises who would greet us whenever we ran into her! We look forward to staying here again next time we're in town.

This was a great place to stay. Great location, good price, private. Elia was very nice and even reached out to make sure I was doing okay during a storm.

Linda was an awesome host! Very flexible. We enjoyed our stay. Cute and cozy

We had a great stay! Joe and Cindy were incredibly responsive and helpful throughout. The place was beautiful, well-stocked with everything we needed, and parking was super easy. Would definitely consider staying here again!