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Pali Hale - Hawai'i Oceanfront Experience
Keaau vacation home with kitchen
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Parking available
- Kitchen
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
Explore the area

Keaau, HI
- University of Hawaii at HiloPlace, University of Hawaii at Hilo28 min drive
- Port of HiloPlace, Port of Hilo32 min drive
- Carlsmith Beach ParkPlace, Carlsmith Beach Park37 min drive
- Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)30 min drive
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About the area
Keaau
Seaside stay .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Hobby Garden Hawaii and 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center are within 12 miles (20 km).
What's nearby
- University of Hawaii at Hilo - 28 min drive - 31.4 km
- Coconut Island Park - 32 min drive - 34.1 km
- Port of Hilo - 32 min drive - 36.0 km
- Carlsmith Beach Park - 37 min drive - 38.6 km
- Ha'ena Beach - 37 min drive - 26.5 km
Getting around
- Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 19 min drive
- Bite The Eye - 12 min drive
- Poppy - 10 min drive
- The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - 19 min drive
- Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pali Hale - Hawai'i Oceanfront Experience
Pali Hale is your epic oceanfront "home in Hawaii". Pronounced “pah-lee hah-leh”, which in Hawaiian means “Cliff House”, it is the ideal center for all your Island adventures or just relaxing in paradise with breathtaking 180 degree ocean views and sight and sounds of crashing waves in front of you. Just 18mi from Hilo. Two large oceanfront master suites, two spacious oceanfront living rooms & views from every corner of the house. Did we mention the views?
Pali Hale is one of the most popular and recommended Vacation Rentals on the Hawai'i coast. Many of our guests return year after year to Pali Hale, their own oceanfront "home away from home in Hawaii".
The House
Three bedrooms and three and half baths with two separate oceanfront master suites each with their own private bath offer spectacular ocean views and lanai access. Both master bedrooms and the garden bedroom also have new "Tempur-pedic" breeze cool gel-style mattresses for your comfort during your stay. A spacious 2nd family room also offers ocean views, a queen futon, and lanai access with an adjoining full bathroom which is shared by the 3rd bedroom which offers a queen bed with garden views and ocean peeks through the living area. A large kitchen with new modern appliances and a full laundry room provide all the conveniences of home right on your own oceanfront oasis. See and hear the ocean waves crashing against the famous Puna lava cliffs, from every corner of the house.
300mbps WIFI Internet access, 300 channels HD TV, Hi-def movies, and house phone with unlimited United States calling are all included with your stay.
One of the best features to look for in oceanfront living is oceanfront sleeping accommodations, listening to the sound of the waves and waking to spectacular sunrises in the mornings. Not all oceanfront vacation homes have even a single oceanfront bedroom. But Pali Hale offers two spacious oceanfront master bedrooms plus an oceanfront family room with sleeping accommodations. Because Pali Hale uniquely offers multiple oceanfront sleeping accommodations, it is ideal for families, couples, multi-couple, and corporate getaways. But unlike many other properties, at Pali Hale everyone can enjoy the views and experience!
The Nature
You may see and hear whales in front of the house during whale season from November thru May. Spinner dolphins and green turtles (Honu) can be spotted in the surf in front of the house year round. We have a rare Nene family who typically fly in and stroll around the yard each day (our Nene family are currently on vacation, but you are likely to see others around the neighborhood each day). We have geckos around the property who love to come out and sun and Coqui rainforest tree frogs who love to sing at night providing the perfect tropical backdrop against the sound of crashing waves.
Guest Assistance
Pali Hale is our treasured 2nd home in paradise and we are excited to share it with you and hope it makes your stay on the Big Island extra special. Bo and I are available by phone, text, and email for questions, island advice, and help. Our caretaker lives close by and is also available for hire to help you book activities or tour the island.
We also provide you with island and puna area guides with our personal recommendations to island activities and local dining and shopping. You don't have to worry about finding a good place to eat :)
Payment schedule option: We are able to accept bookings for your stay in 2 or 3 payments upon request.
Note: If you would like multi-payment option, do not instant book, instead please put in a booking inquiry and let us know you would like 2 or 3 payments, and we will adjust the payment schedule before we approve the booking inquiry.
The neighborhood
Activities at Pali Hale include - spectacular gorgeous sunrises, whale watching (during season typically end of Nov thru end of April - peak is Jan/Feb/Mar), green turtles and dolphin spotting, cliff front fishing (caution and care must be taken near cliff edges), and just relaxing the days away on either of the two lanais.
Rates:
Rates are based on # of guests staying.
Standard Season Rates:
2 Guests: $299/nt ($399/nt High Season)
4 Guests: $399/nt ($499/nt High Season)
6 Guests: $499/nt ($599/nt High Season)
The base rate shown on VRBO is for 2 persons and the add'l fee per each add'l guest over 2 - up to 6 guests maximum - is shown in the details under host fees/add'l guests. To book a stay, set your dates and the # of guests that will be checking in and staying. Children under 2yrs old are not counted in total # guests. The house is prepared for the # of guests on the booking. The number of guests checking in must not exceed the number of guests on the booking. Contact us if you need to add add'l guests to your booking prior to check-in.
Early Check-in or Late Check-out:
Since we reopened after Covid shutdown, our cleaning staff has added add'l prep time to facilitate more strict vacation rental guidelines regarding sanitization procedures and requires more buffer time between guests, so we are less likely to be able to accommodate early check-ins and late check-outs or early luggage drop-offs at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding this.
Amenities
- 300mbps WIFI Internet access
- 300 channels HD TV w/Hi-def movies
- Ukulele with online lessons
- House landline phone with unlimited free Island and Mainland USA calling
- Laundry room with full size (new) washer and dryer
- Full kitchen with cooking supplies and new appliances
- Keurig Coffee Maker + Classic Grinder/Drip machine for grinding/brewing your own Kona beans
- UV filtered whole house water, plus Brita filtered pitcher
- Propane Outdoor BBQ Grill (on request)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Folding beach and camping chairs
Some recommended items to bring
-Water shoes - for walking on lava cliffs, reefs, tidepools, black sand beaches
-Rain poncho - sudden showers can happen anytime, also waterfall spray, and wet caves
-Umbrella (you may also use ours)
-Hiking shoes/boots - for hiking to active lava flows, hiking into some waterfalls, and remote beaches
-Snorkel, Mask, and Fins (you may also use ours but most guests like to at least use their own snorkels)
-Underwater camera
-Binoculars - Whale Spotting, Close up of Lava/Volcano calderas, Birds
Maximum # of Persons in House: Per County of Hawaii STVR Standards, Pali Hale may accommodate a family of two or more related persons (maximum 8), or a group of up to 5 un-related persons/friends. No parties or events are allowed to be held at Pali Hale. Nightly Rates shown are for 1 or 2 guests staying overnight, an add'l fee applies to rate for each add'l guest checking over 2 (up to 6 guests max).
Short Term Vacation Rental Permits: STVR-19-355441, NUC-19-789
Pali Hale is one of the most popular and recommended Vacation Rentals on the Hawai'i coast. Many of our guests return year after year to Pali Hale, their own oceanfront "home away from home in Hawaii".
The House
Three bedrooms and three and half baths with two separate oceanfront master suites each with their own private bath offer spectacular ocean views and lanai access. Both master bedrooms and the garden bedroom also have new "Tempur-pedic" breeze cool gel-style mattresses for your comfort during your stay. A spacious 2nd family room also offers ocean views, a queen futon, and lanai access with an adjoining full bathroom which is shared by the 3rd bedroom which offers a queen bed with garden views and ocean peeks through the living area. A large kitchen with new modern appliances and a full laundry room provide all the conveniences of home right on your own oceanfront oasis. See and hear the ocean waves crashing against the famous Puna lava cliffs, from every corner of the house.
300mbps WIFI Internet access, 300 channels HD TV, Hi-def movies, and house phone with unlimited United States calling are all included with your stay.
One of the best features to look for in oceanfront living is oceanfront sleeping accommodations, listening to the sound of the waves and waking to spectacular sunrises in the mornings. Not all oceanfront vacation homes have even a single oceanfront bedroom. But Pali Hale offers two spacious oceanfront master bedrooms plus an oceanfront family room with sleeping accommodations. Because Pali Hale uniquely offers multiple oceanfront sleeping accommodations, it is ideal for families, couples, multi-couple, and corporate getaways. But unlike many other properties, at Pali Hale everyone can enjoy the views and experience!
The Nature
You may see and hear whales in front of the house during whale season from November thru May. Spinner dolphins and green turtles (Honu) can be spotted in the surf in front of the house year round. We have a rare Nene family who typically fly in and stroll around the yard each day (our Nene family are currently on vacation, but you are likely to see others around the neighborhood each day). We have geckos around the property who love to come out and sun and Coqui rainforest tree frogs who love to sing at night providing the perfect tropical backdrop against the sound of crashing waves.
Guest Assistance
Pali Hale is our treasured 2nd home in paradise and we are excited to share it with you and hope it makes your stay on the Big Island extra special. Bo and I are available by phone, text, and email for questions, island advice, and help. Our caretaker lives close by and is also available for hire to help you book activities or tour the island.
We also provide you with island and puna area guides with our personal recommendations to island activities and local dining and shopping. You don't have to worry about finding a good place to eat :)
Payment schedule option: We are able to accept bookings for your stay in 2 or 3 payments upon request.
Note: If you would like multi-payment option, do not instant book, instead please put in a booking inquiry and let us know you would like 2 or 3 payments, and we will adjust the payment schedule before we approve the booking inquiry.
The neighborhood
Activities at Pali Hale include - spectacular gorgeous sunrises, whale watching (during season typically end of Nov thru end of April - peak is Jan/Feb/Mar), green turtles and dolphin spotting, cliff front fishing (caution and care must be taken near cliff edges), and just relaxing the days away on either of the two lanais.
Rates:
Rates are based on # of guests staying.
Standard Season Rates:
2 Guests: $299/nt ($399/nt High Season)
4 Guests: $399/nt ($499/nt High Season)
6 Guests: $499/nt ($599/nt High Season)
The base rate shown on VRBO is for 2 persons and the add'l fee per each add'l guest over 2 - up to 6 guests maximum - is shown in the details under host fees/add'l guests. To book a stay, set your dates and the # of guests that will be checking in and staying. Children under 2yrs old are not counted in total # guests. The house is prepared for the # of guests on the booking. The number of guests checking in must not exceed the number of guests on the booking. Contact us if you need to add add'l guests to your booking prior to check-in.
Early Check-in or Late Check-out:
Since we reopened after Covid shutdown, our cleaning staff has added add'l prep time to facilitate more strict vacation rental guidelines regarding sanitization procedures and requires more buffer time between guests, so we are less likely to be able to accommodate early check-ins and late check-outs or early luggage drop-offs at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding this.
Amenities
- 300mbps WIFI Internet access
- 300 channels HD TV w/Hi-def movies
- Ukulele with online lessons
- House landline phone with unlimited free Island and Mainland USA calling
- Laundry room with full size (new) washer and dryer
- Full kitchen with cooking supplies and new appliances
- Keurig Coffee Maker + Classic Grinder/Drip machine for grinding/brewing your own Kona beans
- UV filtered whole house water, plus Brita filtered pitcher
- Propane Outdoor BBQ Grill (on request)
- Snorkeling equipment
- Folding beach and camping chairs
Some recommended items to bring
-Water shoes - for walking on lava cliffs, reefs, tidepools, black sand beaches
-Rain poncho - sudden showers can happen anytime, also waterfall spray, and wet caves
-Umbrella (you may also use ours)
-Hiking shoes/boots - for hiking to active lava flows, hiking into some waterfalls, and remote beaches
-Snorkel, Mask, and Fins (you may also use ours but most guests like to at least use their own snorkels)
-Underwater camera
-Binoculars - Whale Spotting, Close up of Lava/Volcano calderas, Birds
Maximum # of Persons in House: Per County of Hawaii STVR Standards, Pali Hale may accommodate a family of two or more related persons (maximum 8), or a group of up to 5 un-related persons/friends. No parties or events are allowed to be held at Pali Hale. Nightly Rates shown are for 1 or 2 guests staying overnight, an add'l fee applies to rate for each add'l guest checking over 2 (up to 6 guests max).
Short Term Vacation Rental Permits: STVR-19-355441, NUC-19-789
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Music library
- TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- Near a zoo
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Quiet hours are from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time the noise from the house shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors
Sound audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hrs shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated w/ a residential area
Guest vehicles must be parked in the designated onsite parking area
Pali Hale may not be used for commercial purposes
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Note from host: Waves crash onto cliff edges, it can be slippery.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number GE-162-196-4800-01, TA-162-196-4800-01
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