Vacation rentals with beach access in Kahaluu-Keauhou

I’d make up a reason to go to Hawaii just to stay at Megan and Vicent’s Airbnb again. To start, they were excellent hosts - very responsive before arrival, and available for questions and suggestions once we arrived. The house itself is so peaceful, comfortable, and roomy that it sometimes made it difficult to mobilize in the mornings. The interiors were killer, too - everything I’d include if I were decking out my own island home. Thanks again for a fantastic stay!! - Brian

Great communication and helpful advices on things to do. Location was beautiful with the sound of the surf to enjoy. Condo was well stock and labeled for easy use.

We had a wonderful getaway on the Big Island! The condo was fantastic. Clean, comfortable, and stocked with everything we needed. We especially enjoyed using the grill and coffee machine, and the beach/snorkel gear was a great bonus. The massage chair was the perfect way to unwind at the end of each day. The location was ideal, just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and beautiful beaches. The binder of instructions and local recommendations was incredibly helpful. We hope to return someday!

We are experienced Airbnb travelers and hosts and this compact but very well thought out space deserves the five star review we gave it. Yoko’s place was cutely decorated, clean and well stocked with everything we needed and more. The guidebook was very helpful with lot of local recommendations. The place was centrally located making it easy to get to beaches, restaurants and shops.

The condo had everything we needed and looked just like the photos. The beach gear was a fantastic touch, making our beach days effortless and fun. The fully stocked kitchen was nice—we loved being able to buy fresh fruit and prepare it at home. The bed was comfortable, and while there’s no AC in the bedroom, the fan kept the space comfortable. The location was conveniently located - only a 2-minute drive to the closes white sand beach and 15-20 minutes to Costco and Walmart. The street outside can be a bit loud from the passing cars, so the lanai wasn’t the quietest spot to relax, but it wasn’t an issue inside, and we slept well. Check-in and checkout were seamless, with clear and easy-to-follow instructions. Tom was an excellent host—he was proactive and highly responsive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. Overall, a well-equipped and conveniently located stay that made our trip enjoyable!

Spacious and well stocked Airbnb. Really nice touches with a few snacks and drinks provided and plenty of towels and kitchen amenities. The place is a bit dated but clean and the main bed was very comfortable. The pullout sofa in the living room is extremely uncomfortable if you’re planning to have anyone sleep there. I didn’t reach out to the host about it so maybe they could have provided a foam topper or something else for it. If you’re looking to have anyone sleep adults sleep out there I would check with the host to see if they can provide something to make it more comfortable since it was harder than a futon to sleep on. Overall good value for the price and convenient location.

We had an amazing stay! The apartment was so spacious, tastefully decorated and very clean. We loved watching the horses from the lanai and having Buddy the dog greet us everyday when we arrived back. We felt like we had the best spot on the island to watch the sunset. The sounds of the coqui frogs at sunset was absolutely amazing and so relaxing to fall asleep to. The kitchen was incredibly well equipped for self catering and it was really helpful having some things in the cupboards like spices, oil, syrup, etc. We were so sorry when it was time for us to leave!

Probably the best unit in the Magic Sands complex, we loved having the lanai for meals amd watching the sun set! Great location and lots of thoughtful touches.

A great location, beautiful views, and a great host team.

Words cannot express how perfect this place is. It's off the beaten path and extremely peaceful. The house was clean, well-stocked, and perfectly situated. You are far away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to do anything you want to do. Minh is the perfect host. She told us all of the best places to go and when to go. She was communicative and responsive. We've stayed in many AirBNBs and hers is our favorite thus far. If you are looking an escape from the world, Minh's place is the perfect place to getaway. Don't miss the pebble beach down the road. Early morning hikes were my favorite followed by a lazy breakfast on the screened porch overlooking the ocean. Can't wait to go back.

We had an amazing time at Joe and Anna’s place! The location was ideal, tucked in a quiet area but still close to shops, restaurants, and everything we needed. The space was clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully set up with everything you’d want in an Airbnb. The kitchen had all the utensils and essentials for easy cooking, and the pool was perfect for our kids, especially with the fun pool toys that were already there. Joe and Anna were incredibly kind and responsive, always quick to answer any questions. You can tell they genuinely care about their guests’ experience. It really felt like a home away from home, and we’d absolutely stay here again!

Hi! very pretty place near magic sands beach if you like to buggy board! place was clean and was the most organized air b &b I have every stayed in! everything labeled and super well stocked ( coffee beans, pots, pans, basic cooking necessities , food storage dishes , paper towels, cleaning supplies ) . Made it so easy to live there for a few days! The only thing I din't notice on the listing was that the owners live downstairs on a separate floor / separate entrance. That being said , I did not see anyone the entire time I was there , but I was worried my kids might disturb them , and usually try and book places without owners on the premises due to my children who are still young and always tusseling with each other ( boys! ) - overall an amazing stay. and host was very responsive to any questions. Mahalo!!

We had a wonderful four days at Jill's Mermaid Studio. Jill was out of town but Jason and Brian helped us with our every need. We enjoyed her friendly cats and chickens that greeted us in the yard. The outside shower is really cool! We walked the path to watch the sunset each evening. Manini Beach just a couple minutes walk around the corner is maintained by local conservation group so is super clean, and has an easy spot to get in the water to snorkel. We rented a kayak from Ehu and Kai ($80 for a double ocean kayak for 5 hours) to paddle over and snorkel at the Captain Cook Monument. If you want to do this it is very easy to sign up and pay right on their website and meet them at the landing just a block from Jill's place (other direction from beach). They provide a dry bag and life vests. Rent snorkel gear from them or bring your own. You can't land the kayak at the monument so you just pull it around behind you with a rope while you snorkel which was no big deal.

Our family loved the house. There was plenty of space for everyone and the set up was perfect for our needs. We especially loved sitting on the lanai in the mornings and evenings, and falling asleep to the sound of the tree frogs. The location was a further from the ocean than we realized, but we enjoyed the lushness of the hilly terrain and would stay there again. Susan and Iris were very responsive when we reported a few minor appliance issues and it didn't impact our overall experience.

We loved our stay at Mary’s place! Although it was a little more remote than expected, we appreciated the access to the different beautiful beaches in the neighborhood. The snorkeling at Manini Beach was spectacular! Because we had our 8 month old granddaughter with us, we also spent a lot of time in the beautiful pool. The “glamping” aspect of our stay was fun and we enjoyed the sounds of nature, particularly our rooster alarm at the crack of dawn which certainly helped us get our days started. We would highly recommend Mary’s place and wouldn’t hesitate staying again when on the island.

It’s a home away from home! A great house in a gated community. The neighbors are full-time retirees, so the kids were mindful of noise when playing in the private pool, as per the host’s instructions. The sunsets were beautiful. We followed their local recommendations and visited their favorite açaí spot—it was a cozy place with a lovely sea view. The house is conveniently located: about 15–20 minutes from the airport and supermarkets, and roughly a 2-hour drive to the volcano. The kitchen is fully equipped with quality items that appear to be what the hosts themselves use regularly, not just basic supplies for guests. They also provided everything we needed for a beach day—umbrellas, chairs, and boogie boards. We did encounter a few issues during our stay, but the host team was very responsive and quickly made things right. We also requested some extra help, and they were kind enough to go the extra mile for us. Overall, it was one of the best AirBnBs we stayed in my Hawaii Trip.

We had a fantastic time. Wendy was proactive and responded immediately to messages. Condo was as described and the kitchen was well stocked. We really appreciated the beach chairs, coolers, ice packs and snorkel gear as well. We took a lot of day trips so it was nice not having to buy a styrofoam cooler or ice. The view from the lanai was amazing. We spent a lot of time there watching the boogie boarders and enjoying the sunset. There was also a cute little rainbow that would come and go behind the palm tree directly out the lanai. We did use the pool/jacuzzi a couple times both were well maintained. I choose Wendy's place both for the view and the proximity to town. It was an easy walk to morning coffee and the restaurants. All in all, it was a great trip. Mahalo

Thank you for hosting us in your beautiful home on the ocean! We enjoyed watching the surfers and sunset daily from the lanai or floor to ceiling windows, the sound of the ocean waves so rhythmic and calming. The condo is quiet, the pool and hot tub are great after a day of exploring. The kitchen was decently stocked to prepare daily meals and the condo was clean and well taken care of. The location was excellent, close to town/restaurants in one direction and beaches for snorkeling and picnicking in the other direction. Jennifer had snorkeling equipment, boogie boards and picnic coolers available for our use. We also had a designated, covered parking spot with secure, but easy access to condo. A wonderful stay! I hope our family can return again one day!

We stayed a few days at a resort before staying at Terry’s, and we lived Terrys place so much more! We felt like we were experiencing the “real” Big Island and culture! We want to gone back!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The view was outstanding and great to see surfers every morning and afternoon. The condo itself was very comfortable and would stay here again.

The place was exactly as described! For a small condo It was plenty for us and close to town, which was very cute. The shower was very nice and bathroom and other amenities were perfect for our short stay. Thank you.

Excellent location, beautiful views, great pool, comfortable living space for 4. Wish we could have stayed a little longer.

Janell’s place was great and really comfortable with fantastic accommodations. The location is central and walkable. Would definitely recommend.

Staying at Ineke’s place was a fantastic experience! The location was perfect—close to everything we needed—and the home was equipped with all the amenities to make our stay comfortable. The bed was large and very comfortable, and all the appliances worked flawlessly. We especially appreciated the thoughtful local recommendations, which made exploring Hawaii so much easier and more enjoyable. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and I would definitely book this place again!