A list by Eva Schulz & Kim Moore. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best private villas in The Big Island, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Set within a tropical rainforest, this self-catering accommodation is located in the town of Volcano on Big Island, Hawaii. A kitchenette and free WiFi access are featured at Volcano Alii Kane Cottages. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, and a separate sleeping loft area are offered in this cottage studio. Additional amenities include a seating area and outdoor furniture. Guests of this private 4-acre property have access to laundry facilities upon request and free parking. Volcano Alii Kane Cottages is a 13-minute drive from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and a 45-minute drive from Hilo International Airport.Show full description
Offering garden views, Aloha Big Island Paradise is an accommodation situated in Mountain View, 27 km from University of Hawaii, Hilo and 30 km from The Pacific Tsunami Museum. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 23 km from Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo. Featuring a Blu-ray player, the spacious holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Lyman Museum & Mission House is 30 km from the holiday home, while Rainbow Falls is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 27 km from Aloha Big Island Paradise.Show full description
Offering barbecue facilities and city view, Somewhere over the Rainbow Loft with AC Hilo is set in Hilo, 800 metres from The Pacific Tsunami Museum and 2.6 km from University of Hawaii, Hilo. This property offers access to a patio, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 500 metres from Lyman Museum & Mission House. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. The air-conditioned unit at the property features a bath and a dressing room. The property has an outdoor dining area. Rainbow Falls is 2.8 km from the holiday home, while Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 4 km from Somewhere over the Rainbow Loft with AC Hilo.Show full description
Located 3.2 km away from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, this holiday home features a fully equipped modern kitchen where guests can cook a gourmet meal. It offers free Wi-Fi and free guest parking. Shops and restaurants in Volcano Village are just 5 minutes’ drive away. Skylights and a lanai that expands across the back of the house are featured in Hale Sweet Hale. A TV and an iPod docking station are provided. A gas BBQ grill and a relaxing hot tub are available to guests. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate-making facilities are provided. Massage services are offered to guests of Hale Sweet Hale for an additional charge. For convenience, a guest launderette is featured on-site. Hilo International Airport is 30 miles away.Show full description
Featuring garden views, Tropical Zen Bungalow provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 2.6 km from Kehena Black Sand Beach. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is located 28 km from Lava Tree State Monument. Tropical Zen Bungalow comes with 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. This holiday home also provides guests with a terrace that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests at the accommodation can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at Tropical Zen Bungalow will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pahoa, like fishing and hiking. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo is 48 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 55 km from Tropical Zen Bungalow.Show full description
Located in Mountain View and 7 minutes' drive from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, this holiday home features a patio with garden views. The unit is 31 km from Hilo. The kitchen comes with an oven and a microwave and there is a private bathroom. A flat-screen TV with cable channels and DVD player is provided. Other facilities at Kuuipo Cottage include a barbecue. Nearby activities include golfing, hiking, horseback riding, and art galleries. The nearest airport is Hilo Airport, 34 km from the property.Show full description
Located within the Kalaoa district in Kailua-Kona, The Great Kona Escape has air conditioning, a patio, and garden views. This holiday home provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.8 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. The holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area. Sightseeing tours are available in the surroundings. Barbecue facilities are available at the holiday home, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park is 33 km from the holiday home, while Kealakekua Bay is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Ellison Onizuka Kona International at Keāhole Airport, 10 km from The Great Kona Escape.Show full description
Located in Kailua-Kona, 2.2 km from Pahoehoe Beach Park and 2.7 km from White Sands Beach Park, Mango Retreat provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The property is set 25 km from Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park, 25 km from Kealakekua Bay and 35 km from Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 11 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. The spacious holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. The unit at the property features a bath and a dressing room. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kailua-Kona, like snorkelling, diving and cycling. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go hiking nearby. Hulihee Palace is 5.5 km from Mango Retreat, while Ahu'ena Heiau is 5.7 km away. The nearest airport is Ellison Onizuka Kona International at Keāhole Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boasting inner courtyard views, NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown offers accommodation with a garden, a tennis court and barbecue facilities, around 800 metres from The Pacific Tsunami Museum. Featuring garden and city views, this holiday home also features free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 500 metres from Lyman Museum & Mission House. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. This holiday home also offers a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hilo, like hiking. University of Hawaii, Hilo is 2.6 km from NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown, while Rainbow Falls is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 4 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Located 3.2 km from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, this Volcano Village villa offers free Wi-Fi throughout and a 4-person hot tub. A fully-equipped kitchen with rice cooker and coffee machine is provided. Featuring a wood-burning fireplace and an expansive balcony with outdoor dining, this three-bedroom house provides a seating area with flat-screen cable TV as well as a washing machine and clothes dryer. Plush towels, towel warmers, and granite counters are featured in the two en suite bathrooms. Egyptian cotton linens are featured. Built of logs, this three-bedroom house features barbecue facilities on the balcony, which spans the entire back of the house. A garden is on site and hiking opportunities are nearby Aloha Sweet Hale. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate-making facilities are provided. Hilo International Airport is 40 minutes’ drive away from Aloha Sweet Hale.Show full description
Situated in Papa Bay Estates and only 32 km from Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, Country Cottage in Papa Bay features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. Guests can benefit from a patio and an outdoor fireplace. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Kealakekua Bay. This holiday home has 1 bedroom, a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. A private beach area is available on-site and snorkelling can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park is 37 km from Country Cottage in Papa Bay, while St. Benedict Roman Catholic Church is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Ellison Onizuka Kona International at Keāhole Airport, 66 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Situated in Hilo, 1.1 km from The Pacific Tsunami Museum and 1.9 km from Rainbow Falls, NEW Paddler's Inn- 3BR Hilo Downtown offers air conditioning. The property features garden views and is 3.2 km from University of Hawaii, Hilo and 10 km from Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lyman Museum & Mission House is 300 metres away. The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Lava Tree State Monument is 37 km from the holiday home, while Bayfront Beach Park is 2.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 4 km from NEW Paddler's Inn- 3BR Hilo Downtown.Show full description
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Fern Acres Bed and Breakfast is situated in Mountain View. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The Pacific Tsunami Museum is 28 km from the holiday home and Lyman Museum & Mission House is 28 km away. The spacious holiday home has 7 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo is 21 km from the holiday home, while University of Hawaii, Hilo is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 25 km from Fern Acres Bed and Breakfast.Show full description
This oceanfront Pahoa property is a short walk to Kehena Beach, just 200 feet away. Each accommodation provides a private tropical garden with hot tub. Free WiFi is included. A handmade shell lei and bottle of wine greet guests at The Bali House & Cottage at Kehana Beach. A flat-screen TV is provided along with a DVD player. Complimentary streaming services are offered as well. A fully equipped kitchen and coffee and tea-making facilities are also available. A seating area with Asian-themed décor and wooden floors is included. Beach towels, snorkeling gear and coolers are available for guest use. Snorkeling, swimming and surfing opportunities are 4 miles away. Hilo International Airport is 50 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
This adults-only, 100% solar-powered property features a studio with a covered patio and views of tropical gardens. The studio is within a 30-minute drive of the Hilo International Airport. The Keaau Place has a full-sized fridge, a microwave, a dishwasher and coffee facilities. The air-conditioned studio also has a flat-screen TV and DVD player. The bed features bright, tropical floral bedding. Each studio has a private entrance and large yard .The property also has barbecue facilities and laundry facilities available for guests. The Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory, with tour and gift shop, is 5 miles from the hotel. The Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens is within a 25-minute drive of the property.Show full description
Set 17 km from Kilauea, Ola'a House in Volcano Village offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 42 km from University of Hawaii, Hilo, 45 km from The Pacific Tsunami Museum and 45 km from Lyman Museum & Mission House. Rainbow Falls is 47 km from Ola'a House in Volcano Village, while Liliuokalani Gardens is 45 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 39 km from Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo. The spacious holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 43 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Located in Kailua-Kona, less than 1 km from Honl’s Beach and 1.9 km from Magic Sands Beach, Kona Makai 3-203 offers a terrace and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 9.1 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. The 1-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Sightseeing tours are available nearby. Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park is 25 km from the holiday home, while Kealakekua Bay is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Ellison Onizuka Kona International at Keāhole Airport, 15 km from Kona Makai 3-203.Show full description
Peaceful Abode with Deck, 13 Mi to Black Sand Beach! is located in Naalehu. Free WiFi is included throughout the property. The 3-bedroom holiday home comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Ellison Onizuka Kona International at Keāhole Airport, 98 km from the holiday home.Show full description
Oceanfront Condo Stunning Views and Pool - Hale Kona Kai 407 by Casago Kona is set in Kailua-Kona, 500 metres from Magic Sands Beach, 1.7 km from Kamakahonu Beach, as well as 7.7 km from Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 300 metres from Honl’s Beach. Popular points of interest near Oceanfront Condo Stunning Views and Pool - Hale Kona Kai 407 by Casago Kona include Hulihee Palace, Ahu'ena Heiau and Mokuaikaua Church. The nearest airport is Ellison Onizuka Kona International at Keāhole Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Offering a garden and mountain view, Volcano Home as seen on the Discovery Channel is situated in Mountain View, 37 km from Kilauea and 40 km from University of Hawaii, Hilo. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. This villa is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms equipped with a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the villa, where they can enjoy some fruits and chocolates or cookies. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo. The property has an outdoor dining area. The Pacific Tsunami Museum is 43 km from the villa, while Lyman Museum & Mission House is 43 km away. The nearest airport is Hilo International Airport, 41 km from Volcano Home as seen on the Discovery Channel.Show full description
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