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Beach
Exterior
Interior
Beach
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire apartment

1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Sea view
    Sea view

Explore the area

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Ocean View, HI
  • Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve
    17 min walk
  • Hapuna Golf Course
    17 min walk
  • Heiau
    17 min walk

Room options

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Exterior

Ocean View / The Gecko - Major renovations just completed.

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (29)
The price is €187
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Ocean View / The Gecko - Major renovations just completed.

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hawaii by Yurt Luxury for Less

ALOHA,

We at Hawaiian Journeys offer unique and affordable vacation experiences, by using alternative structures known as Yurts.

Our Yurt, located on the big island of Hawaii, allows for more space and a vacation experience you'll want to share with others. The Yurt is fully furnished with queen bed, refrigerator, microwaves and more. It's like camping with all the comforts of home.

Welcome to Hawaiianjourneys, we invite you to join our Ohana for a vacation designed to be one you will remember for many years to come. Our accommodations are spacious, comfortable, unique and private. Invented over a 1000 years ago, a yurt is a comfortable, cozy building with great functionality.

We have modernized it, to include one bedroom, modern amenities and gorgeous views among cool and relaxing breezes. We are an eco friendly Inn. We recycle our gray water for plants and pineapples. Because of our location you will see more of Hawaii then if you stayed in Kona and you will sleep better. After all there is MORE to Hawaii then beaches and bars... and isn't a vacation supposed to be relaxing. Stay with us once, and I guarantee you will be back again. We have other one bedroom and studio yurts available, please contact us for rates and details.

Aloha from Lisa and Antares of Hawaiian Journeys
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Mauna Iki Trail. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a patio, and a Smart TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Mauna Iki Trail and a few minutes from Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve
This apartment offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ocean View apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Lisa Cito and Antares Cito

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snorkelling 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number TA-192-048-9984-01, GE-192-048-9984-01

Property is also known as

Hawaii Yurt Luxury Less Apartment
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Hawaii by Yurt Luxury for Less Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 20 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Annette K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not bad
It was nice Would have liked to have a sink in the kitchen. Was hard to wash dishes in bathroom sink
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Norman George T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off the beaten path ...
Unique, and in a great area to easily access Volcanoes NP and the southern coast of the Big Island1
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun New Experience
Quite enjoyed staying in a yurt, a first for me, and talking story with both Kai and Lisa - both were friendly and welcoming. The yurt was spotless and it was fun to go semi off the grid and off the beaten path. I appreciated the quietness away from the "big" city and enjoyed the beauty of the property and just exploring the surrounding area. I may have gotten lucky as the weather was constantly breezy/windy, which I personally like, and there was only a sprinkle at night, so I was able to explore by motorcycle during the day. All in all, I'd love to "unplug" again and stay there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micayla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for adventurers
The yurt was absolutely everything we were looking for! Halfway between Kailua-Kona and Hawai’i Volcanoes NP, quaint and clean. Loved watching the stars and waking up to the birds in the morning. Host was very communicative and helped us out when we got lost. Lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIM H., SHORELINE

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and cozy
What a wonderful and unique place to stay! Despite very high winds, our yurt was very comfortable. Waking up to the sounds of nature was very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelley f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as expected.
Great experience. Yurt was well stocked, very cute and clean. I arrived much later thank my original ETA but Kia was at the yurt as soon as I left him know I was there and showed me around. They use a fancy #2 toilet that biodegrade but it was easy to use. If your looking for a rustic experience in a unique part of Hawaii then you won't be disappointed. I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

madeleine a., Austin, Texas

Disliked: Cleanliness
Host did not show up to check us in or provide checkin instructions
NOT SAFE FOR YOUNG WOMEN. NOT SAFE FOR TRAVELERS UNFAMILIAR WITH THE ISLAND. The hosts did not provide checkin instructions and asked us to let them know what time we were arriving so they could be there. We arrived at the agreed time and waited over an hour. We tried opening any yurt that didn’t have a car or shoes in front. Nothing was open, no one was around. We called the number provided and it was the wrong number! We woke up someone in Oregon and she said it happens all the time. We ended up contacting VRBO and leaving. Luckily I used to live on island and knew of other places to go to in the area. The hosts didn’t get back to us for 3 hours! By then we were asleep in a wonderful hotel down the road, called the Hawaiian Island Resort. When we contacted vrbo in the morning they put the host Lisa on the line and we listened to her go on an angry rant about us inconveniencing her. It was a wild experience and we did not feel safe going back to the property for our 2nd booked night. I can’t say this enough: pass this one up. The hosts are rude, and do not follow through. They provided wrong contact information and out dated driving directions. They knew 2 young women were traveling alone at night and blamed us for their own mishandling of the situation. We found the property on our own, we showed up on time, we waited over an hour at night, we communicated kindly and appropriately, then we left when we received no response. Only to be accosted on the phone with a vrbo rep listening. Do not book this.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

LuJean B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Studio Yurt
Better than expected! Really cute place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Experience a quiet rural Big Island
We came to get a sense of what Ocean View is really like. We absolutely loved the quiet, starry nights up in Ocean View. The yurts were cozy, clean and extremely comfortable. It was just what we were looking for. The host and her son were amazing. They were knowledgeable about the area and gave us great insight into what life in Ocean View is really like. It was a different experience than we've ever had in our years of visiting Hawaii. If you want a slower pace with cool evenings and great access to the southern tip of the Big Island, then I highly recommend staying here. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Merrilyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Isolated Location
This yurt is approximately an hour drive from any facilities. The property is novel, clean, tidy and well equipped except for the toilet. As well as the isolated location, the major drawback of the facility is a complex sanitary system which involves separate toilets for liquid and semi-solid human waste. The semi-solid human waste must be incinerated by the toilet after each use. The instructions are complex and the resulting incineration of the waste fills the yurt with smoke and bad odor. Our stay was marred by a malfunction with the incinerator toilet for which we were financially penalized by the property owner. Also, the internet connection was very poor.

8/10 Good

andrew b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute yurt up on the hill
We really enjoyed our stay, and the property manager was very friendly when we checked in. The property has a great overlooking view of the area and coastline. If you haven't used an incinerator toilet before it is a bit different but not a problem. The only suggestion I have for the owner would be to add a hot plate or cover for BBQ grill, it dumped rain on us and we were unable to cook anything we had brought. But aside from the weather changing our plans for meals we enjoyed our stay at the property.

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Quiet and relaxing
I had a really relaxing stay here. The yurt itself was very clean and comfy. The area is pretty residential and quiet. I did have to drive quite a bit since the property isn't in a bustling city area, but I personally really liked that and I found it much more relaxing than if I would have stayed in Kona or Hilo. The landscape is so pretty that I enjoyed driving around, too. The one issue I did have was with the wi-fi and contacting the owner about the problem. But she was very nice about it and offered me a discount on a future stay. One suggestion I have for the owners is to think about having an information sheet in the yurt with details about the property (how to use the TV, wi-fi password, what number to call for issues). When I've stayed in other places that has helped a lot. Also, I know it probably seems pretty obvious to you where to go for check in, but it's actually a little confusing (another couple that stayed during my time was confused too when they arrived). Just saying what to do for check in on the directions you send out to the property would solve that problem easily.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

edward l.

too cold
no bathroom like the real house
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

geoff A.

fun stay, beautiful views, peace and tranquility
enjoyed staying in a yurt, may put one on our ranch
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

Great!
The yurt was very clean, and had a very comfortable bed. It is situated up the mountain so it can be cold in the morning, bring a sweater. Quiet and peaceful, lots of stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Jessica B., London

Lovely space.
The yurt was really lovely. The location is pretty remote which suited us as it was so quiet and the stars were so visible bit it is a long drive for those who want to be more central. We didn’t manage to get any WiFi during or stay but I think there were some issues with the carrier. Overall we had a super time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Slater S.

Serene getaway
I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a beautiful getaway. Completely undisturbed location on beautiful part of the island. My wife and I stayed on our honeymoon and were thrilled with the accommodations. We definitely plan on returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Robyn P.

Lisa was very nice and the Yurt was unique. The location was a bit too much out of the way.
Lisa was very courteous and friendly and the Yurt was well set up with fridge, microwave, towels etc. It was a very unique and different experience for us. This location is very Eco friendly and it took us a little while to get used to some of the details of the bathroom. Our timing was during the windy season, so we got a good dose of wind and a little rain. The location was very clean and quiet, except for the wind. Most of the people we met were very friendly and made us feel welcome. Overall the food was very good and I believed reasonably priced. For future trips I believe I would also like to stay at some of the other islands.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

David P., Victoria

Really quiet Nice Host
Had a nice time here. Millions of stars at night and very quiet. Yurt was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect match
The communication with Lisa and Antares has been absolutely perfect. The object was clean and totally looks in real like on the pictures online. If we'll come to Big Island again we'd stay here again.