Title: Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33936595&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental Riverfront apartment with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental ![Beach nearby - Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936600/33936595/b4e05be8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936600/33936595/2fd83842.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936600/33936595/20553505.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936600/33936595/f0497cf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental (Hilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33936600/33936595/w848h565x1y1-6497ebb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the best of East Hawaii in this oceanfront Hilo vacation condo, perfectly situated across from Honolii Beach Park. With a spacious living room, fully equipped kitchen, and oversized observation deck offering spectacular ocean views. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental The best of East Hawaii, Hilo vacation rental on Honolii Beach Road. Our Hilo rental is Quiet, clean and comfortable. This Hilo vacation condo is across the street from Honolii Beach Park (best surfing beach in East Hawaii and beautiful black sand beach).This open, breezy and spacious oceanfront Hilo vacation condo is the ideal vacation spot! The vacation rental can sleep up to three guests comfortably and it features one bedroom and one bathroom. Our comfortable Hilo vacation apartment is beautifully decorated and features a spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen and an over-sized oceanfront observation deck that affords spectacular views of ocean and island. This Hilo ohana is the perfect way to spend the ideal vacation or just a quick getaway. The Big Island vacation rental boasts high-speed Internet and cable TV. Washer, dryer and BBQ grill are available. While spending time in our Hilo vacation condo you can also enjoy such water activities as surfing, swimming, beach road walks and shelling. Golfing, and biking also await outdoor enthusiasts in our Hilo accommodation. Our Hilo ohana has everything you need to feel right at home and our destination has just about every activity you could ever want to try with friends and loved ones. So do not wait any longer shoot us an email or a call, we will be happy to accommodate you in this Hilo vacation rental. Keywords: studio ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near the ocean - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68150000/68148300/68148224/990bf21f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront in Hilo Hale Kai Suites Heritage Room - Queen Bed, Private Bath Hilo - Ocean view - Pool - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space 8.6 Excellent 74 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=68148224&PinnedHotelID=68148224&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111070000/111069600/111069547/e920ab98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yonegan Plumeria Hilo Hotel - Kohola (Whale) #2 Keaukaha - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave - Living/Dining area 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $134 CA $313 total includes taxes & fees Jan 27 - Jan 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=111069547&PinnedHotelID=111069547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106828200/106828116/3243b933.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waiakea Villas Gem. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 TA-031-272-5504-01, GE-031-272-5504-01 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental Hilo Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental Apartment Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental Apartment Hilo ## About the area Located in Hilo, this apartment is in the city center and on the waterfront. Pacific Tsunami Museum and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Gilbert Carvalho Park are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Hilo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hilo.dx1643) [View more Apartments in Hilo](https://www.expedia.ca/Hilo-Apartments.d1643-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.75311%2C-155.09103&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nDjLRfy6v_lGPo-Lp-FmBz74KJ0=) Hilo, HI ### What's nearby - Honoli'i Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Honoli'i Beach Park \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - University of Hawaii at Hilo \- 6 min drive \- 6.5 km - Port of Hilo \- 8 min drive \- 8.4 km - Carlsmith Beach Park \- 13 min drive \- 11.0 km ### Getting around - Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 12 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Temple Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hilo Town Tavern - ‬4 min drive - ‪Cronies Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental? ### What time is check-out at Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental? ### Where is Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Honolii Black Sand Beach Vacation Rental Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 353 8 - Good 22 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominic M. Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Small clean and tidy with everything yoy need and a little more. The observatory platform was the perfect place for coffee and the water is so close. ##### Dominic M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly G. Feb 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heaven in Hilo We had the most wonderful stay! The host was so attentive & friendly! We loved our accommodations and the beautiful lookout! We will visit here again! ##### Kimberly G. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### D Todd E. Feb 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First time in Hilo Comfortable, great view, beach across street. ##### D Todd E. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian H. Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful!! Our stay was amazing! Location was perfect for everything that we wanted to do around Hilo. Greg and Marie are lovely! View was gorgeous. We would recommend highly as a home base for sightseeing around Hilo. ##### Brian H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris B. Feb 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient stay in Hilo Hospitable hosts sharing their great location with this rental unit. The unit is as described and convenient to the airport and downtown restaurants. Hosts are excellent. ##### Chris B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph B. Sep 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Location Near Honoli'i Beach This is a great location with good access to Honoli'i Beach. It is a good place to stay if you plan on visiting the waterfalls near Hilo. ##### Joseph B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jared B. May 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Work trip Very convenient closely located to job site I would stay again ##### Jared B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer W. Oct 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place and hosts!! Wonderful place and hosts!! The residence and landscaping is extraordinary. I definitely would go here again. We really enjoyed the views. ##### Jennifer W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave G. Feb 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaii at best! We enjoyed our stay. Peaceful and relaxing. Great hosts. ##### Dave G. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa S. Aug 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place to stay We enjoyed the stay, the overlook was amazing. We were able to sit and drink coffee and watch the surf, what a great experience. From this location we traveled to visit the volcano visitors center, various beaches. Enjoyed cooking our own breakfast and dinners, nice location ##### Lisa S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew L. Aug 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay, wonderful host Very clean, comfortable and easy. View from look out is amazing. ##### Andrew L. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David V., Saint Paul, MN USA Feb 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! This is a great place to stay -- comfortable, attractive suite with lovely grounds and a convenient location. We were so pleased to be guests. ##### David V. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corinne R. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful & friendly! Beautiful views! Great location! Marie & Greg were super friendly and welcoming. Loved their gardens and the view from up top was spectacular!!! ##### Corinne R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna G. Apr 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend Such a clean and beautiful place to stay . Very comfortable and gorgeous views ! Hosts were so accommodating and kind . I will stay here again when I return to Hilo. ##### Anna G. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon P., Utah Mar 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location, great hosts! Quaint little property right on the ocean and close to downtown. Hosts were delightful and very accommodating. Views were great from their observation deck- perfect for reading, watching surfers and whales. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Shannon P. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil S. May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Grrrrreat Stay Beautiful location and home. I highly recommend anybody to this home. The mornings were beautiful especially in the mornings on the viewing deck. ##### Neil S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa V. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Guest House This was a great spot in Hilo. We were visiting friends and busy touring the island. So, the guest house worked great for the 2 of us. We were able to sit on observation deck and it was lovely!! Would stay here again. ##### Lisa V. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica M. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home My husband and I had multiple appointments in Hilo, and this was the perfect place for us to take care of business and enjoy the wonderful nature, restaurants, shops, and hospitality of the east side of our island. We loved our stay at Honoli'i. Our stay was perfect. ##### Monica M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betsy B. Oct 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sleeping with the singing frogs We thoroughly enjoyed this guesthouse that was a quick hop to Hilo. In addition to the listed amenities, we enjoyed the fragrant gardens, the orchids, and the view of the surf ##### Betsy B. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Callie R. Jul 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Nice stay Comfortable and fun trip to Hilo. Main property photos were a bit misleading. ##### Callie R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele R. Mar 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Everything was as expected, and the hosts were gracious and welcoming. The directions and instructions were clear and accurate. The lovely rental was equipped with everything we needed, and we particularly enjoyed the view from the observation deck. The Coqui frogs were loud at night, but we found their variety of calls funny and entertaining. The property’s location was a great base for relaxing or exploring the Hilo area. ##### Michele R. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ron w., Lebanon, Ohio Mar 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### terrific location We loved the location that was convenient to all the things we wanted to see and experience. The cottage was charming and met our requirements nicely. The view from the perch was wondrous and we enjoyed watching the surfers. ##### ron w. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria S. Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace and quiet Quaint charming property, the outdoor space was very inviting, fantastic view of the ocean, overall a perfect getaway for whatever your needs may be, from intimate escape to family fun time. I loved my experience and will return ##### Maria S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas P. Apr 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place near the beach Great location, minutes from Hilo and Akaka Falls. The room was clean and easy to get in and out. No complaints. ##### Nicholas P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy F. Jul 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo hideaway Amazing location with gracious hosts! Would love to stay here again! Perfect for getting to HVO, Mauna Kea and Hamakua coast. Great restaurant suggestions and a home with everything you need. The grounds are spectacular so many beautiful flowers and plants. Views from observation deck are gorgeous. ##### Cindy F. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024