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Mauna Loa Shores, your oceanfront gateway to Hilo's exceptional island experience. Listen to the soothing Pacific sounds and enjoy spectacular views from this condo, located next to Carlsmith Beach Park where you can swim with sea turtles. With full amenities and solar-powered electricity for an eco-friendly stay, this popular condo offers a unique Big Island retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 348 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

KAILANI at Mauna Loa Shores, Fantastic Condo, Swim with the Sea Turtles

  • Come to our condo in Paradise..The MAUNA LOA SHORES is on the ocean in HILO; an exceptional town with plenty to do here on the east side of our beautiful island. The Beach Park next door where you can swim with sea turtles is a once in a life experience. My 49 years as a resident and 46 years as a Realtor here will insure you know where to go and what to do to make it the perfect stay.

    Listen to the gentle sounds of the Pacific. Spectacular Views, Total amenities, Next to condo is super park with EZ ocean access; Carlsmith Beach Park, where you can swim with Sea Turtles!!! Fantastic. You will love this condo for your Big Island stay. Full amenities, beautiful. Mauna Loa Shores is now solar powered electric for ECO friendly stay. Ten times better than any of the Hilo Hotels. Popular Mauna Loa Shores condo.. One of the better view units in the bldg. Our condo is your gateway to all Hilo and the Big Island has to offer. Volcano viewing, nature at its finest, whale watching here from Nov-March. Hilo Farmers market, so much more.

    Hilo is an exceptional Island experience. Authentic Hawaii at its best. Truly a town you will fall in love with as we did.

    The tax is based on the tax rate when you come, so tax price may be adjusted if there is a change in the tax at the time of your stay.

    Also subject to our standard contract provisions.

    TA-101-607-8336-02
    GE-101-607-8336-02
    STVR: 19-362600. NUC 19-1290



    Keywords: oceanfront condo

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 516 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 TA-101-607-8336-02, GE-101-607-8336-02, 3210170200052

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, this condo is in Keaukaha, a neighborhood in Hilo. Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Wailoa Center. Pacific Tsunami Museum and East Hawaii Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Hilo travel guide
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Tree in Carlsmith Beach Park
    Carlsmith Beach Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Onekahakaha Beach Park
    Onekahakaha Beach Park
    2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Keaukaha Beach Park
    Keaukaha Beach Park
    3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Richardson's Ocean Park
    Richardson's Ocean Park
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Reeds Bay Beach Park is located on Banyan Drive, Hilo, big island of Hawaii.
    Port of Hilo
    6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ocean Front Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Verna's Drive In
    7 min drive
  • Ken's House of Pancakes
    7 min drive
  • Sakura
    8 min drive
  • Hilo Lunch Shop
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does KAILANI at Mauna Loa Shores, Fantastic Condo, Swim with the Sea Turtles have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is KAILANI at Mauna Loa Shores, Fantastic Condo, Swim with the Sea Turtles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at KAILANI at Mauna Loa Shores, Fantastic Condo, Swim with the Sea Turtles?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at KAILANI at Mauna Loa Shores, Fantastic Condo, Swim with the Sea Turtles?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is KAILANI at Mauna Loa Shores, Fantastic Condo, Swim with the Sea Turtles located?

Nestled on the beach, this Keaukaha condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carlsmith Beach Park, Richardson's Ocean Park, and Onekahakaha Beach Park. Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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KAILANI at Mauna Loa Shores, Fantastic Condo, Swim with the Sea Turtles Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marty M.

The condo was certainly satisfactory. Really only issue was the pool is not that great and it was freezing. There was no smoke detector, which my 4 year old grandson noticed. The location was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Communication
Beautiful condo directly at the beach park. Easy parking, clean accommodation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Great place to relax.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 weeks in Hilo

The place was everything we needed. It was clean, in a great location, well equipped and the host were very responsive and proactive.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo stay

Perfect location for us! Property was clean and beautifully decorated! We loved walking down to 4-Mile in the mornings and afternoons. Found honu too!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephani B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo

We loved this condo. It was clean and quiet and right next to carlsmith park. It was a bit of a drive (10 minutes) to get into town, but we loved the location. One of my favorite things was the view from the deck. Pure jungle and ocean. Breathtaking! The condo was also well furnished and so comfortable. Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

“ We love this Condo!”

First stay here was for our 25th Wedding Anniversary and we came back and stayed in this same condo for our 35th Wedding Anniversary. It’s clean, well stocked and the location is perfect. Thanks for sharing your little piece of Heaven with us, look forward to our return visit to this same place again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot

My wife and I had a very nice stay at Mauna Loa Shores! The lanai is nice and private, with a great view of the lagoon at Carlsmith Beach Park. The condo itself is very tastefully appointed and decorated, and the kitchen well equipped for cooking. The owner was very communicative leading up to our stay. We would definitely recommend this condo to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay in Hilo.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Stay

Property was clean and comfortable and a good size and security is very good. It has a dedicated parking stall. Host Terry was very helpful. You can see and hear the ocean from the balcony and there is nice swimming in the sheltered bay. The tree frog chirping at night was part of the tropical experience. A nice place overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, comfortable condo in Hilo

The location next to the park is fantastic! I loved walking over to the park for a swim in the morning, and not having to fight for park parking on a saturday afternoon! The condo has been renovated with modern finishes and is very comfortable inside. Great sleep on the bed, and the fans make the interior feel cool and relaxing without AC. An easy, quick drive into Hilo. Parking spot is very close to the front door. Very good for solo traveler or a couple. The cooler was a great bonus for my driving trips around the island. Two notes: the exterior of the building is a bit dated, but do not worry - the condo is upgraded with modern fixtures and finishes inside including usb charging outlets. Also, as others note in reviews, there was some drag racing and loud cars on the street outside the condo on weekend nights. I shut the windows and slept just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay and wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was clean and everything inside was working as it should. Great location next to a nice tide pool area where snorkeling was possible. The building common areas were not ideal, and the pool needs a good cleaning, but for the money the location and condition of the apartment was a good value.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

chris l.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Not a bad stay, but wasn't filling out honeymoon vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Therese M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and easy to check into. Had all the cooking utensils one might need. Loved the access to Carlsmith park. The bed is very firm. I have back issues so found it uncomfortable. Also the street is noisy in the evenings, so bring earplugs, as bedroom is on street side. Of note check out time is 10am , so take it into consideration if not an early riser.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alika O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Location

If you’re familiar with Hilo, you know this is a great location and a reasonable price for a clean, easily accessible apartment with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in Hilo! This is a quintessential Hawaiian apartment/condo. Very simple, great ocean breezes, walk out and take a dip in the protected seawater pools kind of place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property adjoins a very swimmable beach and has a nice pool as well. The view from the 5th floor was fantastic and our place was clean and well stocked. Unfortunately the neighborhood was quite noisy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location - Secure Building

Great location near nice beach/park within minutes from downtown Hilo. Awesome manager communication with excellent local recommendations. Easy access, parking, and key elevator for secure building access. Only negative is there were many small bugs probably due to the closeness of the park and very loud traffic noise due to being on a main street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lindsey b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location!

The beach and surrounding area was amazing. Lots of turtles in the water right behind the property! We really enjoyed our stay here. The property was comfortable and clean. The road in front of the complex is noisy, but I wouldn’t let that deter you. Such a good spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

elaine m.

Swimming with the Turtles in Hilo

We have stayed at the Mauna Loa Shores before and loved the location as well as the whole building setup. There are washing machines, a wonderful pool and not very crowded. And of course, the location and wonderful views. This condo was perfect for the two of us and had everything we could need. We would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking was easy and secure. Building is on a street with some traffic noise, even at night and early morning Sunday trash pickup. Location was good, beautiful lush tropical view with a bit of the cove and ocean from lanai. We would stay here again for sure. The pool did not appear inviting, it was not well lit and it looked dark. We did not see it get much use but we did not stay here for pool access. Unit was clean and host communicated well with plenty of information. Everything worked in the unit and it had everything we needed. Convenient access to explore Hilo and surrounding areas including the Volcano National Park. There is so much to see around Hilo and the coast! We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoshimi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed to stay

It was beautiful ocean by condo. We enjoyed to walk and swim around. Quiet place but only night time it was Koki frogs but it’s HILO!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo

Lovely condo
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo condo

This condo was in a good location, close to water with a beautiful view of the water through the trees. Fairly quiet, some street noise and close to airport but that didn't bother us. Condo was very clean and well kept, really have no complaints about it. We enjoyed our week long stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

We loved our time here.

The condo is very nice. It had everything we needed. The owner and the property mgr were very helpful. The lagoon next door is a beautiful park for swimming and snorkeling and there are turtles, which was very exciting. It was close to many resturants and things to do. Thanks for sharing your property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018