“Stayed at Cabin Kai 4 (Dec 26–30, 2025). Affordable and located in a beautiful, peaceful area with free parking, water, and Wi-Fi (weak).
Major concern: No window coverings for the floor-to-ceiling bathtub window or windows above the bed and coffee bar, resulting in serious privacy issues while bathing and sleeping. This was very uncomfortable.
Remote location (45 minutes from Hilo); a car is required. No cellphone reception. No nearby restaurants or shops. Towels were not very clean, and……
“Stayed at Cabin Kai 4 (Dec 26–30, 2025). Affordable and located in a beautiful, peaceful area with free parking, water, and Wi-Fi (weak).
Major concern: No window coverings for the floor-to-ceiling bathtub window or windows above the bed and coffee bar, resulting in serious privacy issues while bathing and sleeping. This was very uncomfortable.
Remote location (45 minutes from Hilo); a car is required. No cellphone reception. No nearby restaurants or shops. Towels were not very clean, and……
“This is a guest house beside the owner's place. The room was clean and spacious and the weather at the end of March was so comfortable that we didn't have to switch on the AC at night. However, it did get very hot in the day so we opened the windows to let the hot air out. Also, a few very cute and friendly cats also live on the property. Loved the place!”
“This is a guest house beside the owner's place. The room was clean and spacious and the weather at the end of March was so comfortable that we didn't have to switch on the AC at night. However, it did get very hot in the day so we opened the windows to let the hot air out. Also, a few very cute and friendly cats also live on the property. Loved the place!”
“Please note that you are booking for a unique glamping experience. Things you should know:
- Front gate to the property is open 24/7
- Really nicely designed front yard/path, nothing you’ve ever seen before (I think?)
- Bedroom does not have window panes, just netting; entry door has a key
- Bathroom is outdoor, fully covered
- Dining area is right beside the outdoor shower, fully covered
- Propane BBQ is the only source of heat cooking
- Surrounding feels like a rainforest, with creatures you……
“Please note that you are booking for a unique glamping experience. Things you should know:
- Front gate to the property is open 24/7
- Really nicely designed front yard/path, nothing you’ve ever seen before (I think?)
- Bedroom does not have window panes, just netting; entry door has a key
- Bathroom is outdoor, fully covered
- Dining area is right beside the outdoor shower, fully covered
- Propane BBQ is the only source of heat cooking
- Surrounding feels like a rainforest, with creatures you……
“Think of it as luxury camping and you'll be happy. If your idea of comfort is umbrella drinks by the pool, you will not. Personally, I loved it. But it's not for everyone.
This is a rustic cabin in the jungle. 4.5 miles off the main road, 2.2 miles of it is dirt (well maintained, regular cars not a problem). 15 minute drive to nearest civilization (the part of the description being in the middle of a historic town is inaccurate - it's 7 miles outside a historic town). There are 4 walls,……
“Think of it as luxury camping and you'll be happy. If your idea of comfort is umbrella drinks by the pool, you will not. Personally, I loved it. But it's not for everyone.
This is a rustic cabin in the jungle. 4.5 miles off the main road, 2.2 miles of it is dirt (well maintained, regular cars not a problem). 15 minute drive to nearest civilization (the part of the description being in the middle of a historic town is inaccurate - it's 7 miles outside a historic town). There are 4 walls,……
“We loved our stay here. Check in was easy, Dawn is super responsive, and the cabin is lovely. You feel like you’re in the middle of the jungle and immersed in nature: beautiful stars above and pleasant trees below.”
“We loved our stay here. Check in was easy, Dawn is super responsive, and the cabin is lovely. You feel like you’re in the middle of the jungle and immersed in nature: beautiful stars above and pleasant trees below.”
“Had a great stay here, perfect size for my wife and I, clean place, host was great. Liked the layout, having everything combined in one room, except the bathroom. Kitchen had everything we needed. There was a lot of extra food and kitchen supplies left there from previous guests that we were able to use as well. The roosters crowed most of the night, but we were warned about that, and as long as we had a fan going the noise didn’t bother. It was a great value for the money, for a place to stay……
“Had a great stay here, perfect size for my wife and I, clean place, host was great. Liked the layout, having everything combined in one room, except the bathroom. Kitchen had everything we needed. There was a lot of extra food and kitchen supplies left there from previous guests that we were able to use as well. The roosters crowed most of the night, but we were warned about that, and as long as we had a fan going the noise didn’t bother. It was a great value for the money, for a place to stay……
“Just like camping. Carpet had not been vacuumed. There was one light and one outlet that could only be used for charging devices. No hair dryer or curling iron use. Two towels, no hand towels or wash cloths. Bathroom sink was only plumbed for cold water. Shower liner was peeling and there was no bathroom light. Common area was not clean. ”
“Just like camping. Carpet had not been vacuumed. There was one light and one outlet that could only be used for charging devices. No hair dryer or curling iron use. Two towels, no hand towels or wash cloths. Bathroom sink was only plumbed for cold water. Shower liner was peeling and there was no bathroom light. Common area was not clean. ”
“We did enjoy our stay but I could see this being a bit of a problem house for some. It is a nice house and property but I think the grounds and outside could be a little tidier. As for the inside, it was cool to cold at times. We didn't find extra blankets except for on the other bed in the kids' room, the coffee maker was acting up, the hair dryer didn't work and just little details were missing.Overall it was a good stay because we don't require much. A good coffee maker so we could use the……
“We did enjoy our stay but I could see this being a bit of a problem house for some. It is a nice house and property but I think the grounds and outside could be a little tidier. As for the inside, it was cool to cold at times. We didn't find extra blankets except for on the other bed in the kids' room, the coffee maker was acting up, the hair dryer didn't work and just little details were missing.Overall it was a good stay because we don't require much. A good coffee maker so we could use the……
“This place is such a beautiful oasis. So quiet and peaceful. The grounds are beautiful to walk around (bee hives, flowers, mini garden, some animals) and there is a gorgeous view of the water. It's easy to get to town and Jacklynn is a wonderful host. We also had amazing massages with a wonderful therapist named Christine at the massage shala. Highly recommend! ”
“This place is such a beautiful oasis. So quiet and peaceful. The grounds are beautiful to walk around (bee hives, flowers, mini garden, some animals) and there is a gorgeous view of the water. It's easy to get to town and Jacklynn is a wonderful host. We also had amazing massages with a wonderful therapist named Christine at the massage shala. Highly recommend! ”
“Everything was exactly as expected. Easy access down to the beach and exactly what we were looking for! Host had laundry services and beach supplies onsite which added to our experience. We will definitely recommend this to friends visiting the big island. ”
“Everything was exactly as expected. Easy access down to the beach and exactly what we were looking for! Host had laundry services and beach supplies onsite which added to our experience. We will definitely recommend this to friends visiting the big island. ”
“We were in Volcano for a family wedding, and this house was the perfect size for our group. The house was just like the pictures - clean, comfortable and well stocked with anything you need. The bonus of being off grid also helped with the Kona low storm - we had power throughout. The hosts were so thoughtful and sweet. ”
“We were in Volcano for a family wedding, and this house was the perfect size for our group. The house was just like the pictures - clean, comfortable and well stocked with anything you need. The bonus of being off grid also helped with the Kona low storm - we had power throughout. The hosts were so thoughtful and sweet. ”