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Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Pahala, HI
  • Place, Punalu'u Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Volcano House
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Punaluu

Located in Pahala, this condo is by the sea, a 1-minute drive from Punalu'u Beach and 8 minutes from Whittington Beach Park. .This condo is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Kaʻu Coffee Mill.
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What's nearby

  • Punalu'u Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 20 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 36 min drive - 55.0 km
  • Volcano House - 39 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Kīlauea Visitor Center - 39 min drive - 58.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AunTee’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mauka To Makai Eatery - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Pahala Town Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rusty's Hawaiian at Ka'u Coffee Festival - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ka'u Coffee Shack - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach

Aloha and welcome to your Hawaiian escape

If you're craving true serenity, come discover Kaʻū—the Big Island’s largest district and its most peaceful. With the smallest population and the richest sense of “Old Hawaii,” Kaʻū invites you to unplug, unwind, and reconnect with what matters.

Here, time slows. Trade the rush for rhythm. Swim on our famous black beach, explore untouched landscapes and let the island’s spirit restore yours.

Whether you're stargazing under velvet skies or sipping coffee grown just down the road, this is your invitation to simply be.

Why Guests Love Our Place:

Uncrowded adventure: ideal for travelers seeking serenity, nature, and the real Hawaii

•Updated interior: new textiles, lighting, quartz counters, and a stylish tile backsplash.
•Ocean views: enjoy sweeping views from both the condo and oversized ground-floor lanai
•Cozy comfort: thoughtful layout with a queen bed and generous storage to feel at home.
•Outdoor living: lanai with ceiling fan feels like an extra room for breezy island relaxation.
•Resort amenities: pool, hot tub, grills, tropical gardens, and manicured grounds.
•Real kitchen for real stays: full-size fridge, electric stove/oven, microwave, and extra counter space.
•Beach gear included: chairs, towels, and snorkel equipment ready for your adventures.

Smart setup: high-speed WiFi, Smart TV, HDMI connection, and free parking

Legal and permitted: our unit is fully permitted by the County of Hawaii—peace of mind guaranteed.

Exceptional value: ocean-view hotel rooms average $385–$700+ per night. Our condo? Less than half that—and we have the view.

A Note on Climate Control: There is NO air conditioning or heat in the unit—just like most homes in this region. With three ceiling fans and generous Hawaiian louver windows, natural ventilation keeps things comfortable. If A/C is a must-have, we may not be the right fit.

Our ocean-view condo offers the perfect base for exploring the Big Island’s most untouched and authentic region—Kaʻū. Nestled in a rural location near the #1 black sand beach park and just 30 minutes from Volcanoes National Park, this is Hawaii as it was meant to be: quiet, wild, and soul-restoring.
Make yourself comfortable in this condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number 950190320020, GE-027-895-8080-01, TA-027-895-8080-01

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Cozy Ocean View Condo - Great Pool & Short Walk to Punalu'u Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Wonderful hot tub and pool. Good location to explore Volcano’s, and still be close to the a nice beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Therese P., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was wonderful. All communication with Tom was quick, clear, and concise. He even kept in touch with us during the nearby Volcano activity and Kona low storm - letting us know what to expect and tips to protect our rental car from any ash fallout. Upon immediate entry, it was obvious that the condo has been well taken care of and was spectacularly clean. It is small but with the decor and amenities, it feels open and so comfortable - I can't imagine needing anything else for our stay. The condo grounds are very neat and well kept. Extremely quiet. The location was interesting in amongst an abandoned (?) golf course so there was nothing else around. A ten minute walk to the Black Sand Beach - which feels like a episode out of Gilligan's Island. The nearby towns, Naalehu and Pahala have VERY limited groceries - so definitely do your food shopping before your stay. We look forward to our next visit to the area and staying at this condo. Thanks Thomas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

jesse i.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good host. Clean and comfortable well appointed unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice accommodations. Host was very helpful and touched base once during our stay. The black sand beach was amazing. Saw turtles every day. Very peace and quiet. Wish we would have stayed longer than 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Kathryn, Huntsville

Travelled with partner
Tenants need to be made aware that this is a basement unit with stairs to enter. Assigned parking in front of the unit would have been nice. The unit itself is fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tolson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Maybe a couple more towels and facecloths
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cqnya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was just as advertised and was a great place to stay. Only problem was that the condo didn't get much breeze that came through and didn't cool off at night as much as we would have liked. The over head fans did help but being from the PNW it was very warm for sleeping. Other than the place was cute and perfect for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha C.

The room and pool area was clean. The laundry room and outside of the property were not clean. There were several soda cans around the property which we picked up. The amenities are bare, 1 towel per person for the entire stay or do the laundry for a clean towel each day. I'm not doing that on vacation. As you walk to the beach theres homeless people living along the road which surprised me. Its actually an abandoned golf course resort. Looks like at one time it may have been a much more beautiful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a very clean and comfortable location, near the black sand beach on the Big Island. Not near any shopping centers or full grocery stores as you might be use too, but we stopped at a Costco on the way out to the home and stocked up with supplies so we never felt in need of anything. We stayed there for part of our stay in order to enjoy the seclusion and peacefulness. Then spent the last 3 days in Kona ...to "re-acclimate" to the city life. Overall a very good vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a perfect choice for us. Clean, comfortable, beautiful, quiet. While no A/C could have been an issue we were not inconvenienced by it. The surrounding area was not a metropolis but presented us with some exquisitely gorgeous beauty. We enjoyed Ka’u Coffee Company and took a meandering drive down the road it was located on. It was like entering a botanical garden. Utterly gorgeous!I totally recommend this condo for comfort, views and ease of booking. Kitchen space and utensils for cooking. You won’t be disappointed if you should choose to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The condo was incredible, and exceeded our expectations. The outdoor area was wonderful--very private, with a view of the ocean. Everything was as pictured--very clean and cozy. It has everything we needed for our stay. The location was incredible--so close to the beach! We saw the green sea turtles every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property! Exactly as advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

VIRGINIA, ENGLISHTOWN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Good central location. Peaceful property. I only wish there were some pedestal fans. It got a bit warm at night. I loved eating breakfast on the lanai.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Panalu’u Beach Condo Paradise

My husband and I felt this property was the perfect fit. It was peaceful and scenic. The condo had a delightful ocean view and you could hear the waves crashing on the lava shores. It had a great layout, nice decor, a super comfortable bed and was very well equipped. The pool and hot tub were also great. The hosts, Tom and Christen were quite helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leota F.

Liked: Cleanliness

So cozy!

This was a great spot for our short-term stay. Loved the easy access to the beach and to the Hawaii Volcano National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would Return In A Heartbeat!

Perfect place if you love National Parks, hiking, nature and relaxing. EXACTLY as described and the added information with things to do, absolutely on point.Bonus: Seeing turtles every single day with just a short walk to the black sand beach. Great way to spend our 25th anniversary!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

Wonderful condo, in an amazing location. Was able to relax and rejuvenate. Very responsive owners. Just what we needed . Highly recommend the area and the condo
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was wonderful in every way! The location is ideal for exploring Volcanoes National Park, but it's also not far from other great day-trip options and the black sand beach. The space is perfect for two people; the kitchen is well-stocked if you want to cook, and there are extras like a cooler and snorkeling gear for exploring the water. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sean J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant but not amazing

I've probably just been spoiled by more remote and/secluded stays, and while this stay wasn't bad, it's not a location I'd select again. The condo itself was clean and well kept, but don't fool yourself into thinking two small ceiling fans will help with 80° weather and 95% humidity. Since we didn't plan to do more than sleep and have the occasional meal there, no biggie....except for the neighbors. Being a condo (and a downstairs unit at that) you expect some noise. It wasn't bad with the first guest above us, but the second guest required calls to the property owner and a visit to the leasing office to resolve. 8-10 people (mostly kids) running around screaming for a bday party for several hours in the evening wasn't what I'd consider "relaxing". And since there is no AC, everyone keeps their balcony doors open which means you just hear it even more. Next morning we come back to an even larger group above us, shoes and toys everywhere outside, and even noisier than the last night, so we decide to just leave and go explore vs eating at the condo. Property owners did resolve the issue with the leasing office and owner of the condo above us, but of the 4 nights there only one didn't have us listening to furniture being moved around, chairs slid inside/outside, kids running around, etc. If you don't mind kids or generally feeling like you live in an apartment from your 20s, it could be a perfect spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Retreat

This locale was a welcome change from all the action in Kona. Out of the way but within a long half hour drive to Volcano National Park. Nearby town has twice weekly market and great Bakery. Be aware that the condos are the only remains of a golf resort. No AC in units but plenty of fans and the ocean breeze cools things off at night. Nice pool and hot tub with a view of ocean and two nice barbeque grills. A few minutes walk to famous black sand beach with turtles. Best visited in early morning or evening. Snorkeling depends on the wind. Overall we loved it. Price was good, possibly due to being a little more removed from major cities and services. We had our own snorkeling gear but they had two sets of good gear, beach chairs and cooler. We would definitely stay here again. Makala.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lu C.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Peaceful

We loved the stay here! It was quiet and peaceful, it had everything you need!! It is a rural setting, which we weren't prepared for, so arriving after 5 pm on a Sunday, we found no grocery stores open or restaurants, within a half hour. On Monday, all of that changed, just be prepared. We used their cooler and water toys, there was plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Place

This tidy condo was just as advertised. It’s an easy walk to Punalu’u black sand beach. There is a dearth of restaurants in the area, but the hosts have kindly provided a few suggestions, and directions. The hosts were helpful about helping me get an item I forgot when I left, and who can ask better than that?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024