Family-friendly vacation rentals in Hawaiian Beaches

This beautiful, well-built and well maintained cabin was the perfect place to stay while enjoying south point and Kīlauea area. Volcano is windward so some places can get musty—but this cabin, all the linens, all the furniture were clean and fresh. The kitchen had everything we needed, even great coffee! It was handy to have a washer and dryer. The hot tub was perfect after a hike or touring the craters. We didn’t turn on the TV but we noticed it is big :). Steven was a great host—always available for a question but totally respected our privacy. The cabin is tucked into a gorgeous forest, with privacy from neighbors, yet it is less than 5 minutes from the park. Very few restaurants were open, but we enjoyed a couple of delicious meals at nearby Kīlauea Lodge. We can’t recommend this place highly enough—and we hope to be back!

We had a lovely stay. Kenji was so warm and welcoming and made us feel like family. We so appreciated his attentiveness and flexibility and we look forward to returning the next time family comes to visit. Mahalo NUI and a hui hou❤️

Kaeo and Karl’s eco hale nestled in the Hawaiian rainforest was a magical place to stay. We were greeted by Kaeo when we arrived and she told us about Kīlauea’s recent eruptions and told us how to get there. She left us little treats to enjoy in the hale and I swear she and Karl thought of everything a guest might need. There was extra blankets, warm clothes, flashlights, information about local restaurants, history of the island and early Hawaiians, native plants and animals and living sustainably. Such an inspiration! My partner was so moved, he proposed to me on the lanai on our first morning in Hawaii. This place is just full of love and natural wonder. Highly recommend! Can’t wait to return. Thank you, Kaeo and Karl!

Great place. Exactly like the photos. hot tub was very comfortable. hot tub faces the road but lots of bushes and trees for privacy.

Such a tranquil rest and rejuvenation spot in between adventures! Wish we could’ve stayed longer and spent more time at the magical home! Hot tub was great too! Had everything we needed and more! Loved every minute and will be back! Mahalo Nui Loa from Maui :)

This property was heaven on earth, the grounds are more beautiful than most botanical gardens we’ve visited. We wished we had booked more nights, every person in our group loved the stay.

Adam was a very kind and helpful host! We enjoyed the stay and would come back again!

This is a great place by the volcano. It is an older home that has not been updated, but it was perfect for our big family. Make sure you read through the description before you book, as it might not be for everyone. However, they do a good job of describing it and making sure you know that they live on the first floor of the property, etc.

Jim is a very friendly and accommodating host. Nice house with a very nice bathroom.

Very friendly host! The house was awesome. Thanks to Liza and team.

John was a great host! He was super nice and welcoming. The place was clean and nice and spacious. He left us bottled water and made sure we settled in.

Roby and his wife were wonderful, welcoming and friendly! Very lovely hosts. We loved their dog Ike as well. The place was cute, quiet, and clean, and the beds were incredibly comfortable! We also loved the natural “white noise” of frogs and birds.

Had a great time in this private and peaceful accommodation. Ashley was very friendly and responsive and provided us with privacy and easy communication. This place provides a unique and relaxing glamping style stay. It rained very hard the first night and sounded beautiful as it’s an open air room but still felt very secure and everything stayed dry. After the rain the coqui were plentiful so it may not be for everyone but I found it to be soothing and peaceful. My only recommendation is maybe to hang a mirror in the shower room or in the kitchen/bathroom area. Mahalo for a great stay!

We had an incredible month-long stay at Tamara’s place in Pahoa! Her home was spotless, well-equipped, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Tamara was an excellent host, always quick to respond and resolve any requests. The location is truly magical—nestled in the heart of a lush rainforest with friendly neighbors, it’s a peaceful and unique setting. The proximity to Hilo and the Kalapana area was fantastic. We loved visiting the vibrant Uncle Awa’s night market on Wednesday evenings and the lively Sunday drum circle in Seaview Estates which is just a 15-minute drive away. Pahoa itself is a charming town with welcoming and helpful locals. It’s also a great base for exploring the island: Volcanoes National Park is only 40 minutes away, Mauna Kea about 45 minutes, and even Kona is in drivable distance. A delightful surprise was the two adorable stray cats that often visited—they added so much charm to our stay. Thanks Tamara for making our stay so memorable!

Great place to go off the grid. It had everything we needed. One of the staff members greeted us when we got there and showed us around. Very friendly and answered all our questions. A+. Beautiful place, would recommend. Just don't park under the coconut trees. :)

The view! What an amazing location. We saw whales in the bay right outside our lanai a few mornings. The space worked perfectly for our group of 7 girlfriends. Plenty of beds and bathroom space. The home is quite old, but we loved the character and evident history. Everything was very clean and tidy and well stocked. Really nice updated kitchen was wonderful. We were close to everything we wanted to do and enjoyed relaxing at the house in the mornings and evenings while enjoying the view. Though right across from a public beach, the house felt quiet and safe. Richard’s recommends ahead of time were spot on and helpful in making plans in advance. Thank you for a fabulous stay! We’d love to return someday!

This was our third stay at Maureen’s house, and we are already planning the next one. My only regret is not staying longer. It’s perfect.

We chose this property because of the close proximity to the ocean. There is no beach but you can definitely hear the waves crashing and it was very tropical. Besides the house next door, it is very private. Plenty of kitchen appliances, plateware, and silverware. The neighbors were friendly, including their dog. Overall, we had a great stay would definitely recommend this house if you are looking for peaceful, quiet time on the island.

This was our second stay here. We stayed four years ago when we got married on the Big Island and came back again for our anniversary. We love this place! It is so comfortable, beautiful, and relaxing. Hopefully we’ll be back again someday.

Lovely little cottage in the rainforest! Jacklynn was always around if anything was needed, and always gave suggestions for local adventures. Highly recommend!

We had a great stay. The ocean views, the pool, and the hot tub were fantastic.! The location was great for visiting the national park. I was glad for the air conditioning units in the bedrooms. The living room was pretty hot in the afternoons even with the windows open, but we were mostly out doing things or in the pool during those times so it was manageable. I would highly recommend.

Can’t say enough good things about Ginger and her place. To start, Ginger was a very proactive and responsive host. She made us feel right at home as soon as we arrived, gave us a tour of the place, and recommended a lot of great places on the island. As for the place, you can’t beat the price! It is a little far out, especially if you don’t have a rental car, but the area and nice and private, and the stars light up the sky at night. Ginger provides us with all the amenities we needed for our stay, along with clear instructions for both check in and check out. Thank you again for hosting us Ginger, we can’t wait to return!

We absolutely loved our stay! Our host was super responsive, so incredibly nice, checked in several times during the week, and had great recommendations for an off the beaten path waterfall to swim in, or a beach close by, when we asked for recommendations. The property is STUNNING and the house had every amenity we could have needed. When we had questions or issues she responded to messages within minutes and was onsite within the hour to show us how to do the things she recommended. Would love to come stay again!

Very beautiful home and right by the beach. Robert was very attentive and respectful!