Punaluʻu Beach ( Black Sand Beach) is a beach between Pāhala and Nāʻālehu on the Big Island of the U.S. state of Hawaii. The beach has black sand made of basalt lava.

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Sea Mountain

Sea Mountain
2.5 star property
Pahala
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (535 reviews)
"great location, friendly staff"
United States
Rodolfo
The price is CA $179
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Sea Mountain

Rainforest Volcano Retreat – As Seen on TV! Near Volcanoes Nat’l Park

Rainforest Volcano Retreat – As Seen on TV! Near Volcanoes Nat’l Park
Volcano
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Host was very welcoming and the place was perfect for our family "
United States
Michael G.
The price is CA $208
CA $418 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Rainforest Volcano Retreat – As Seen on TV! Near Volcanoes Nat’l Park

Mountain View Retreat Unit 2 - highly rated on leading vacation rental sites!

Mountain View Retreat Unit 2 - highly rated on leading vacation rental sites!
Mountain View
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great location for us, clean, and stocked with everything we needed. Host was great with communication."
United States
Napua C.
The price is CA $140
CA $278 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Mountain View Retreat Unit 2 - highly rated on leading vacation rental sites!

Puolani Iki-Sweet lil cottage near National Park

Puolani Iki-Sweet lil cottage near National Park
Royal Hawaiian Estates
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"For a small cozy space the unit was well supplied with everything one would need. It was convenient to the National Park for my three days of exploration"
United States
Donald K.
The price is CA $242
CA $510 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Puolani Iki-Sweet lil cottage near National Park

The Pacifica Inn The Nene Room

The Pacifica Inn The Nene Room
Volcano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"It was the perfect place to stay! Close to Volcano NP and it was clean and check in/out was simple. Great communication from the host."
United States
Jon
The price is CA $189
CA $393 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
The Pacifica Inn The Nene Room

Charming home w/ wood stove - 10 minutes to Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park

Charming home w/ wood stove - 10 minutes to Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park
Volcano
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (31 reviews)
"DVD player was still broken, wifi weak, which meant minimal access to streaming tv. Email link for location still wrong and ended up in middle of no where in night. Bedroom is beside carport with only access from outside. Must remove garbage on our own. Clean main space, 15 mins from volcano national park. "
Canada
Colin
The price is CA $140
CA $594 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Charming home w/ wood stove - 10 minutes to Hawaii Volcanoes Nat'l Park

Tropical 1-bedroom cabin. Five minute drive to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Tropical 1-bedroom cabin. Five minute drive to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Volcano
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Clean place, comfortable bed, friendly host"
United States
Allison
The price is CA $107
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Tropical 1-bedroom cabin. Five minute drive to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

The Pacifica Inn The Volcano Room

The Pacifica Inn The Volcano Room
Volcano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Property was great! Felt like we were in the jungle"
United States
Mark
The price is CA $252
CA $478 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
The Pacifica Inn The Volcano Room

Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest

Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest
Ohia Estates
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Really cute place, comfortable and excellent location!"
United States
Julie O.
The price is CA $203
CA $450 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Romantic Tree Cottage in the Rainforest

Rustic Cabin in Volcano Village

Rustic Cabin in Volcano Village
Royal Hawaiian Estates
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Very private cabin, close to all the major attractions. "
United States
Ripple S.
The price is CA $233
CA $592 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Rustic Cabin in Volcano Village

Cozy Rainforest Retreat with Private Hot Tub, 5 mins to Volcanoes Natl Park

Cozy Rainforest Retreat with Private Hot Tub, 5 mins to Volcanoes Natl Park
Royal Hawaiian Estates
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"This is a great place with options for private sleeping spaces. Hot tub deck is a nice amenity "
United States
David
The price is CA $222
CA $512 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Cozy Rainforest Retreat with Private Hot Tub, 5 mins to Volcanoes Natl Park

Mountain View Retreat Unit 1 - highly rated on leading rental sites!

Mountain View Retreat Unit 1 - highly rated on leading rental sites!
Mountain View
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Perfectly suited for our needs. Cute little place and we lucked out to be here during an eruption "
United States
Brad A.
The price is CA $140
CA $281 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Mountain View Retreat Unit 1 - highly rated on leading rental sites!

Serene property with nature walk, meditation spot & enclosed gardens

Serene property with nature walk, meditation spot & enclosed gardens
Volcano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Lovely garden. Kitchen well stocked."
United States
Mary S.
The price is CA $90
CA $616 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Serene property with nature walk, meditation spot & enclosed gardens

Cozy stay just 5 minute drive to Volcano National Park, Winery and Golf!

Cozy stay just 5 minute drive to Volcano National Park, Winery and Golf!
Volcano
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Amazing place, super lovely stay for a night in Volcano! Great location."
Canada
Ciara
The price is CA $141
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Cozy stay just 5 minute drive to Volcano National Park, Winery and Golf!

Cute, spacious rainforest cottage close to HVNP

Cute, spacious rainforest cottage close to HVNP
Ohia Estates
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Cute place in a quiet area only a couple of miles from the park entrance. Kitchen and home was well equipped. It had everything we needed."
United States
Stephen
The price is CA $218
CA $525 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Cute, spacious rainforest cottage close to HVNP

Ama'u Lani Cottage minutes from Volcano Village & Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Ama'u Lani Cottage minutes from Volcano Village & Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Volcano
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (117 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here 3 times now, nice little place, maybe a new couch and tv!Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Kim M.
The price is CA $188
CA $391 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Ama'u Lani Cottage minutes from Volcano Village & Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Honu Cottage Volcano Hawaii

Honu Cottage Volcano Hawaii
Volcano
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This place was immaculate! The vibe was relaxed and cool-such a gem. It was perfect for a couple and location was quiet and peaceful."
United States
Bill S.
The price is CA $185
CA $413 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Honu Cottage Volcano Hawaii

Hale Mauna Loa Volcano Vacation Getaway-Upper Level Volcanoes National Park

Hale Mauna Loa Volcano Vacation Getaway-Upper Level Volcanoes National Park
Volcano
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (128 reviews)
"The host was great and the place was fantastic with all sorts of amenities. We would definitely stay here again."
United States
Jayson M.
The price is CA $238
CA $552 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Hale Mauna Loa Volcano Vacation Getaway-Upper Level Volcanoes National Park

Charming 3-bedroom house in Volcano w/laundry & AC, perfect for your getaway!

Charming 3-bedroom house in Volcano w/laundry & AC, perfect for your getaway!
Royal Hawaiian Estates
The price is CA $367
CA $929 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Charming 3-bedroom house in Volcano w/laundry & AC, perfect for your getaway!

Experience Tranquility in a Spacious 3-Bedroom Surrounded by Hawaiian Forest

Experience Tranquility in a Spacious 3-Bedroom Surrounded by Hawaiian Forest
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Spatious"
United States
UYEN
The price is CA $191
CA $425 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Experience Tranquility in a Spacious 3-Bedroom Surrounded by Hawaiian Forest
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Pahala. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Pahala?

Yes, we give you a choice of vacation rentals in Pahala near Kaʻu Coffee Mill, or you can select a more remote option if you want a relaxing stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the beaches and parks in Pahala. Make sure you have time to check out the sightseeing tours while you're in the area.

What's the top vacation rental that Pahala has to offer?

Volcano Forest House next to Volcano National Park : This vacation home rental outside of Pahala is located in a rural location and has a fireplace, a patio, and laundry facilities to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. It offers a garden, a selection of games, and a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation.

What’s there to see and do in Pahala?

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Punalu'u Beach are a couple of lovely local spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas family-friendly attractions include Kaʻu Coffee Mill. Wood Valley Temple and Kilauea are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Pahala like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can stay in for a couple of days or more in Pahala. Vacation rentals offer amenities such as kitchens and laundry facilities to help you enjoy your stay. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive option for family trips or small group gatherings.