Title: 'My Favorite Place on Earth' - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 'My Favorite Place on Earth' Vacation home on the beach, with water park ## Photo gallery for 'My Favorite Place on Earth' ![Outdoor dining - 'My Favorite Place on Earth' (Kamuela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33695000/33694940/63144fd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - 'My Favorite Place on Earth' (Kamuela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33695000/33694940/b44a5573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - 'My Favorite Place on Earth' (Kamuela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33695000/33694940/6b7c6d70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - 'My Favorite Place on Earth' (Kamuela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33695000/33694940/d53bc1a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - 'My Favorite Place on Earth' (Kamuela)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33695000/33694940/d6d5cc76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Imagine waking up in Hale Malia, a tropical vacation haven on the beach with expansive views of the ocean and sunsets. Relax in your private lanai or unwind on the lawn amidst native Hawaiian trees and coconut palms. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 'My Favorite Place on Earth' This is the Hawaii you dream about! This little bungalow on the beach is an ideal tropical vacation destination for a couple or a family with children. It is the perfect island get-away for Honeymooners. The house and lanai open to expansive views of the beach, ocean and sunsets year round. The lawn and gardens are lush with native Hawaiian trees and plants including a dozen coconut palms. Start your day sipping your morning coffee on your private lanai while watching for migrating whales (Dec - March) or pods of spinner dolphins that visit the nearby Marine Sanctuary. Spend the rest of the day relaxing in the hammock in the shade of coconut palms or swimming with turtles, snorkeling or scuba diving in one of the best diving spots in Hawaii, the Puako reef, just in front of the hale. (You can read about it in guidebooks) An entrance spot into the ocean is just a few yards down the beach south of Hale Malia. Children will enjoy hours of beach combing and exploring the tidepools. If you are tired of packing/ lugging your family to GO to the beach this is a good place for you - you ARE ON THE BEACH. The "classic Hawaiian beach house" -style interior decor is tastefully designed by Fine Design Interiors of Waimea and featured in West Hawaii Today. Home features Mayumi Oda original art in the living room. Beaches and Touring the sights of the Island: Puako is conveniently located for visiting the numerous sights of the Big Island from north to south. Numerous Beaches and resorts are within 5 - 20 minutes away from Hale Malia. Closest public beaches: '69' Beach in Waialea Bay (5 minutes) , Hapuna Beach (10 minutes) Driving times to some sights of interest: City of Refuge (south), 1 hr 45 min, Captain Cook/Kealakekukua Bay 1/1/2 hr, Kailua Kona 30 min, Kona airport, 25 min., Waimea 20 min., Hawi/ Waipio Valley 1 hour, Hilo/ Hawaiian TropicalBotanical Gardens 1 hr, Volcanoes Park, 1 1/2 hr. Puako is also a great choice for vacations, because it boasts the highest number of sunny days (and the lowest annual rainfall) in the entire state of Hawaii. In fact, frequently it may be raining on the nearby beaches south of us and as you drive back to Puako it is all sunny and clear!! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Lanai - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rugs in public areas - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking inside the house. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33744100/33744027/ea2a01d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Uninterrupted Sunset, Ocean and Golf Course Views from our Lanai and Interior Kamuela - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=33744027&PinnedHotelID=33744027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24890000/24887500/24887449/077cfb83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private beach front property, the perfect getaway! 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During non-quiet hours sound shall not be more excessive than otherwise associated with a residential area. A waiver of Liability relating to Covid 19 must be signed by each guest in order for the rental agreement to be valid. A signed rental agreement must be forwarded to us on VRBO before the booking becomes valid. The Agreement is emailed to you after booking request. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No large gatherings, no commercial activity ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking inside the house. ## 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 Note from host: No large gatherings, no commercial activity Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 690030030000, TA-055-341-8752-01, GE-055-341-8752-01 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 'My Favorite Place on Earth' 'my Favorite On Earth' Kamuela 'My Favorite Place on Earth' Kamuela 'My Favorite Place on Earth' Private vacation home 'My Favorite Place on Earth' Private vacation home Kamuela ## About the area Located in Kamuela, this vacation home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area and Mauna Kea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course. Manta Ray Point and Great 4-D Movie Ride are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Kamuela travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela.dx183159) [View more Vacation homes in Kamuela](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183159-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C19.97046%2C-155.84288&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b_Zx8KLVdkZEkINgZLmDzHCd8wU=) Kamuela, HI ### What's nearby - Puako Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Puako Bay \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area \- 7 min drive \- 5.3 km - Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course \- 11 min drive \- 5.0 km - Mauna Kea Beach \- 12 min drive \- 9.1 km ### Getting around - Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‬5 min drive - ‪CanoeHouse - ‬16 min drive - ‪Hālani - ‬16 min drive - ‪Ikena Landing - ‬12 min drive - ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 'My Favorite Place on Earth' pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 'My Favorite Place on Earth'? ### What time is check-out at 'My Favorite Place on Earth'? ### Where is 'My Favorite Place on Earth' located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 'My Favorite Place on Earth' 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 81 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen L. Feb 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect seaside bungalow! Everything was lovely! Very difficult to leave today.A perfect Hawaiian getaway. ##### Karen L. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karin H. Dec 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welcome to Paradise Wonderful location, great sights on the ocean, perfect snorkeling, it can hardly get any better, we had a wonderful time and hope to be back soon 😊🐢 ##### Karin H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C. Mar 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### On the beach We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. The house was spotless and furnished similar to our tastes. We look forward to returning.John & Ellie ##### John C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana A. Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another dreamy stay at Hale Malia Our second visit to Hale Malia was just as wonderful as the first. The charming bungalow, spectacular view and excellent location make for a lovely stay on the Big Island!It is always hard to leave. Mahalo Kirsi. ##### Diana A. Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jena V. Nov 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay The bungalow was a perfect home base for our stay on the Big Island. The house was immaculate, although we spent the majority of our time outside in the beautiful yard - lots of birds (including turkeys!) and turtles nearby. Lovely location and home! ##### Jena V. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martha S. Dec 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow! We fell in love with the cottage and with Puako. The house is cozy and great for a couple. The location is incredible. We hope to stay there again on our next visit to the Big Island. ##### Martha S. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janel M. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our happy place too! We loved sitting in the back yard watching the best sunsets. So relaxing. ##### Janel M. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie H. Apr 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Step into a dream This little Hawaiian bungalow is what movies are made of. We thoroughly appreciated the gentle breezes, the sound of the waves and tropical birds, and exploring the lava tidepools into the evening. A peaceful respite from the rest of the word - just like in the movies! ##### Bonnie H. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelli C. Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Perfection Absolutely perfect home. Well-maintained, beautifully decorated, perfect outdoor spaces. Loved our stay and was very, very sad to leave. ##### Kelli C. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jayne B., Delphi Indiana Mar 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Always a great stay If you are looking for a laid back, restful and quiet place to stay on the Big Island, this is it! We’ve stayed here many times and it never disappoints. Puako is such a delightful area. Clean, comfy and laid back. Thank you and we hope to come back someday! ##### Jayne B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D. Jan 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy place If you'll excuse my description of a rental property with a food description equal to Umami... It satisfies everything I'm wanting to find to relax and unplug and connect with what the big island has to offer. Love this place. ##### John D. Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D. Feb 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful paradise Love this spot. Away from the resorts. Great location on the island for day trips. Rolling waves were the only sounds I needed in the hammock. ##### John D. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina D. Aug 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My favorite place now too Wow, this bungalow was amazing! It was perfect for my huaband and I, and just what we were looking for. It was incredibly clean and well equipped. Communication and service with the host was great too. I highly recommend this home. ##### Gina D. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan S. Nov 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely & peaceful We have stayed in many houses in Puako over the years. This will now be on our list of favorites...just right for two adults, a real Hawaiian feel, a beautiful location with sunset views. Though a modest sized house, it is on a large property which makes it feel private and quiet. ##### Joan S. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana A. Mar 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful holiday in Puako Hale Malia is a darling bungalow in a beautiful setting. A perfect place to watch whales and the ocean while sipping coffee! The bungalow is very clean, well equipped and charmingly decorated. The owner was very available, and proactive, when we had a small problem. Dreamy! ##### Diana A. Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie P. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect perfect perfect This was the most ideal spot for a working vacation. I'll never forget it. Thank you for having an incredible retreat. The kitchen is incredible, love the showers, the bed was incredibly comfortable and the hammock was a dream. You nailed it! ##### Stephanie P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisha S. Jan 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical We LOVED this place! Had so much fun watching whales and sea turtles right in the back yard! Comfy, clean, perfectly decorated, and so peaceful. Came here after the loss of my son and it was the perfect retreat from life that I so badly needed. Mahalo for letting us stay and we will be back! ##### Elisha S. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan R. Mar 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spot This little cottage was great for a couple - wonderful back yard with great lounges and a perfect place to relax, enjoy the ocean, and watch whales. The only thing that would have made it better would have been a few kitchen supplies like oil or seasonings and maybe foil or wrap. Otherwise the kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils. We would definitely stay again! ##### Susan R. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve D. Oct 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hale Malia We had an incredible time at this beautiful oceanfront home. Nothing better than enjoying the gentle trade winds while taking in all that this property has to offer. Snorkeling right out front, Hapuna Beach 7 minutes away, We were able to take advantage of the beach towels, beach umbrella, beach chairs, and the cooler that were there. Close to restaurants in Kawaihae Harbor, Waimea, and Waikoloa. But, we really enjoyed staying there for dinner cooking on the BBQ, and watching the beautiful sunsets. Already looking forward to our next visit. ##### Steve D. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason N., La Canada, CA/USA Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful bungalow for healing Had a lovely stay after a recent family tragedy, and Hale Malia was a wonderful bungalow to hunker down and heal. The location was amazing, the views unbeatable, and the snorkeling incredible. Waking up to that view will forever be our happy place, and we're already trying to figure out when we can get back in happier times. BTW Kirsi was fantastic to deal with. When the winds and fires kicked up in the middle of our stay, she kept us up to date on what roads were open and closed, and when the emergency road out of Puako was opened. She was always concerned with our safety over the property, and was greatly appreciated! ##### Jason N. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan F. Nov 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Didn't want to live This place was amazing!!! would recommend to anyone. I read the only non 5 star review. it said snorkeling was 10 minute drive away. THAT"S NOT TRUE! Snorkeling is a 1 minute walk to the water. There's a walk-in area to the left of the property. Divers come in and out everyday. I dove everyday. That non 5 star review should be removed. This place should have more than 5 stars ##### Ryan F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Randy H. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Puako never fails to deliver Excellent location, well kept property, great communication with owner, tidy house, good appliances, no "kitchen" products (coffee, baggies, spices, oils, etc) only salt and pepper so plan accordingly. There seemed to be an unusually large number of mosquitoes in and outside the house so bring repellent as there was none! My only suggestion (after years if not decades of staying at various places in Puako) is to also provide as others do (even a small one) a "welcome" Aloha gift basket. A small offering of local coffee and cookies, and whole fresh fruit and nuts, etc would have been very, very welcome. :) ##### Randy H. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa W. Oct 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful week What an incredible home!! We loved every minute of our trip and are thankful to the owners for sharing their beautiful spot on a gorgeous island. The property photos and details were accurate, even though I can't believe it was real - the ocean views and breeze and soothing sounds were calm and healing. The owner was practically immediate in responses to a few minor questions I had (and that's with a 6 hour time difference) and check-in was simple. The house was immaculate, extremely comfortable, and the furnishings were beautiful, both inside and out. Great to have a full kitchen for quite a few meals we had at the house. Pauko is a great home-base location for day trips we took to other parts of the island. There were shore access entry spots all along the street and a few perfect sandy beaches about 5-10 minutes away. We ate at some fun and delicious restaurants in nearby Kawaihae and Waimea, and a few stops for sunset snacks at the resorts 10-15 minute drive away. But don't miss the malasadas food truck at the main road coming into the neighborhood! We also walked to the General Store for items we needed and sandwiches to take to the beach. Chairs, umbrella, coolers, towels - all there at the house. Perfect stay. ##### Lisa W. Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda F. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was our second time here and we had a wonderful time. We love the location and the place and hope to come back again soon! Thanks so much!! ##### Linda F. Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah V. Apr 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location Off the beaten track but worth the drive. ##### Deborah V. 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