Title: Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako! Cottage in Kamuela with kitchen and patio ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88230000/88220900/88220858/a0c7f5c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88230000/88220900/88220858/0e8a9f43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88230000/88220900/88220858/c80f7068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88230000/88220900/88220858/9df20e44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88230000/88220900/88220858/2ad692bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the authentic charm of Hale Mele Mele, a lovingly restored beach cottage in Puako. Enjoy home-cooked meals in the fully-equipped kitchen with quartz countertops and colorful dishware, then relax in the air-conditioned sitting room or unwind under the stars with an outdoor shower. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61054 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako! NEWLY AVAILABLE DATES JANUARY 4 - 13, 2026 COME SEE THE HUMPBACK WHALES AND ENJOY THE GREAT WEATHER Hale Mele Mele is one of Puako’s original beach cottages lovingly restored, refreshed and redecorated to feel like home-away-from-home. The fully-equipped kitchen, while compact, has all you need to prepare home-cooked meals utilizing some of the Big Island’s delicious fresh fish, meats, fruits and veggies. Beautiful quartz countertops and open shelving with colorful dishware complete the charm. The air-conditioned sitting room/dining area just off the kitchen provides a hang-out for friends or family to socialize during meal prep. Conveniently located off the kitchen, is the home’s full bathroom, with a charming and private indoor/outdoor shower accessible from the house or the carport; great for rinsing off salt, sand and sunscreen after a day in the ocean. Where else but the tropics can you bathe with nature year round? Hawaii GE & TA tax number:182-384-3840-01 STVR-19-359910 NUC-19-1262 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,054 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30020000/30012300/30012272/888fe8d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ʻOhana Hale in Puako! 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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 690050260000, TA-182-384-3840-01, GE-182-384-3840-01 ### Property is also known as 1260-240474 ## About the area ![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%7C19.96686%2C-155.85048&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZCmFUfN-FRU8uIl5c4g-Tn4XG2I=) Kamuela, HI #### What's nearby - Puako Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Mauna Lani Resort Golf Course - 8 min drive - 3.4 km - Mauna Lani Beach - 14 min drive - 6.5 km - Mauna Kea Beach - 15 min drive - 10.6 km - Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area - 17 min drive - 5.0 km #### Getting around - Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - Hawaii’s Ultimate Donut - Hot Malasadas - ‪Mauna Lani Coffee Company - ‬15 min drive - ‪Tommy Bahama Tropical Café - ‬15 min drive - ‪Island Hopper Taproom - ‬15 min drive - ‪Orchid Court - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako! located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Puako Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area. Puako Bay and Puakō Petroglyph Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Big Island Hale Mele Mele-Rare January dates available! 3BR home in Puako! Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 54 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Baldo M. Aug 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect get away Nice house, beautiful location. Would recommend strongly. ##### Baldo M. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe W. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect relaxing cosy stay Our family of four had a wonderful stay here. Great house and yard. Kitchen is petite but so well stocked and cared for. The yard is amazing and we loved the stars at night. Various great shoreline accesses across the road to black lava beach Frequented by the green sea turtles. ##### Zoe W. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### john d. Sep 11, 2023 #### Hale Mele Mele- plan to come back Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Another fantastic stay on Puako in a well equipped well kept home ##### john d. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyle V. Mar 29, 2022 #### Hale Mele Mele Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was the perfect location for us. Well kept up. Enjoyed our stay ##### Lyle V. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### keith b. Sep 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Puako stay at the cottage Mary was wonderful and the cottage was all we had hoped for. Great condition vintage cottage which has been well maintained. Very clean and comfortable and easy to relax in. Beautiful spot in a quiet neighborhood. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back. Thanks Mary for all your help... ##### keith b. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent May 7, 2023 #### Hale Mele Mele Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful , charming home.Great location Floor plan could be a challenge for6 guests. Fabulous yard. Easy and close shoreline access. Very kind and responsive property managers. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Flaco B. Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Flaco All good ##### Flaco B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### monica c., San Rafael Aug 17, 2023 #### Perfect little beach house Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at hale mele mele. The place was spotless and had everything we needed for a family of 4. Quick 2 minute walk to the beach every night for sundowners and sea turtles on the beach. The snorkeling at the end of the road is amazing - and a lot less crowded than close by beaches. Perfect launch point for the area and exploring. Highly recommend. ##### monica c. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila F. Apr 16, 2023 #### Charming and Delightful! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at this lovely and perfectly located home. We could not have asked for a better location, close to snorkeling, swimming beaches, and situated well for exploring other parts of the island. Our hosts checked in with us several times and were always easy to reach and accommodating. The home itself is well-stocked with essentials, very clean, has comfortable beds, is charmingly decorated, and the outdoor shower is like a spa! Overall, an incredible place to stay! ##### Sheila F. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max J. Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay with only very minor negative points. The Pots in the kitchen could be better.Therefore the yard is awesome. Propably the nicest i have seen so far. The house is gorgeous too, but don't expect to much privacy between your party members.The Guest room gets quite warm without A/C but it's ok. Overall a fantastic stay and i will come back as soon as i can afford Hawaii again. ##### Max J. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian S. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Defined! This home was absolutely perfect for us. The location. The customer service. Perfect. I can’t wait to go back! ##### Brian S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan B. Jul 28, 2024 #### Amazing Stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at Hale Mele Mele!house was very clean, comfortable beds, great outdoor shower, fantastic deck, great amenities and helpful management staff. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Bryan B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia A. Jul 9, 2024 #### Great Stay in Puako Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great home, great yard, private, everything we needed and very close to Puako General Store for great sandwiches, across the street from beach access (best to walk and enjoy in morning at low tide- lots of turtles hanging out) and relatively central to a variety of places by car. Very close to Beach 69 & Hapuna Beach. Highly recommend. ##### Tricia A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon G. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything I wanted from stay in Hawaii The eclectic collection of tropical furnishings and the wonderful plantings and layout of the property gave me the intimacy and vibe that I desired. PERFECT ##### Jon G. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Khrys D. Mar 17, 2024 #### Fabulous stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my third year staying here and I plan to continue. Great location, fantastic comfortable home ##### Khrys D. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross G., Qualicum Beach, BC Mar 4, 2024 #### Very nice Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Just terrific ##### Ross G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tarik G. Jan 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One of the best holidays A great location, and an excellent house for a family ##### Tarik G. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian C. Jul 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, comfy, and peaceful Our family of 6 had a wonderful stay. Thank you! ##### Jillian C. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Scooter J. Oct 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, great location This property came as advertised, maybe even a little better. Clean, full accommodations, comfortable, great yard and perfect location for us. Wanted something away from the touristy resorts without being too remote. The layout is a tad quirky but nothing that we couldn't adapt to. The property management folks reached out to me multiple times and were very helpful. I would definitely use this location again. ##### Scooter J. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William ('Bill") F. Sep 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection in Puako A very charming cottage wonderfully situated on Puako Beach Road. There are multiple shoreline access points along Puako Beach Road which lead to great snorkeling - - one is directly across from the cottage. The cottage, which is much larger than indicated by the front view photo, is tastefully decorated and well-equipped, and the large grounds surrounding the property are beautifully maintained. ##### William ('Bill") F. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James F., Prosper, USA Jul 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Time in Hawaii We really enjoyed our stay and the house was a great fit for our trip. Some highlights include: 1. Super friendly management 2. Great location for our trip 3. Clean house with a well stocked kitchen supplies 4. A/C window units kept the house cool (a bit noisy at night, but nothing beyond a typical window unit would make) 5. Neighborhood was quiet 6. House was stocked with ready to use beach equipment (cooler, chairs, umbrella). 7. Private outdoor shower was a fun experience From the house we were 5 minutes away from Hapuna Beach, 10 minutes from Ocean Sports snorkeling cruise, 20 minutes from the Airport, and 30 minutes from Kailua-Kona. It is also a few minutes away from the big resorts so if you want to go shopping or go grab a coffee, its a simple drive down the highway. Tips: 1. Stock-up on your first day. The general store is down the street, but it is really only for grabbing something quick. We found the grocery stores at both resorts just south of the house easy to access and well stocked 2. For large groups, the "napping bed" is the least private space to sleep. Great for naps, but if you have a big group, whoever sleeps in that bed will be in the middle of everything. 3. Outdoor shower is the only shower. Fun for us, but might not be for everyone. 4. Reach out to management if you need anything. They were super helpful our entire stay. ##### James F. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### dixierob R. May 5, 2022 #### Relaxing and Charming Home Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at this charming home. Loved the location and quick walk to the water. The backyard was amazing with the variety of birds and relaxing hammock. We dined on the deck most evenings. The outdoor shower was wonderful. ##### dixierob R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd C. May 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little place in Puasko The place was great. it was in very good condition well maintained and very clean. Mary, the property manger, was helpful and very polite. Todd C ##### Todd C. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry D. Apr 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hawaiian Charm at Puako Are you looking for an old school Hawaiian vibe with modern creature comforts? Hale Melemele Is a charming traditional Hawaiian home which has been updated. The layout is a little bit funky, with a large bed in the main room. It was actually a great place to hang out and read during the day. We chose to sleep in the back room at night. There is a water closet plus a full bath which is convenient when you have a group. The shower is outdoors which we love when we are in the islands. The kitchen is compact but very well equipped. It was spotlessly clean. Also, the web link that is provided when you check in lists the equipment so you know what kind of coffee to buy, etc. Puako is ideally situated for a visit to the Kohala coast. The mega resorts of Mauna kea, Mauna Lani and the Fairmont orchid are a short drive away. You can visit them to sit on the beach or enjoy the bars and restaurants but you can escape to the peace and quiet of a real neighborhood that is beachfront. Hale Melemele is across the street from the beach. There is a beach access path just a few steps down the street which comes out to a nice little sandy beach. The swimming beach is just a short drive down the road. You can pack up your beach chairs and snorkel gear, which are provided, and spend the day relaxing without ever leaving puako. ##### Kerry D. Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Khrys D. Mar 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great location and comfortable place. ##### Khrys D. 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