Happy Honu Oasis, Surf shack with pool and A/C

Hilo, Hawaii
$192 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

We really enjoy traveling as a couple and like to pick a base camp that we can venture out from day by day. We wanted to provide something similar for our guests. We had a lot of fun setting up Happy Honu Oasis (HHO) with this thought in mind. We hope you will settle in and feel comfortable there.

HHO is a top floor studio apt with a private bath, Air conditioning, and nice size dressing area. We have provided self-care essentials for you (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some other essentials including sunscreen and a first aid kit). Although this top floor unit is on the 3rd floor, only one flight ofnstairs is needed as parking is level with the 2nd floor. There is not an elevator.

In the main room there is a full size kitchen and lounging/sleeping area. Kitchen appliances include a refrigerator, full size stove and oven, and microwave. There is an air fryer/toaster and rice cooker.

For preparing beverages, there is a coffee maker, electric hot water kettle, and blender. We have had fun picking up delicious fresh ingredients at the Farmer's Market in Hilo, or at one of the many roadside fruit and veg stands in the area and preparing a meal in our apt. Wait until you see the size of these avocados!! and they are so yummy and buttery. You can pack the cooler for a beach picnic, or for a day out exploring one of the fascinating areas of the island.

The queen size bed is extremely comfortable and the futon folds out for additional sleeping space. There is perfect Arizona conditioning too!

The lanai gets a great breeze and is comfortable throughout the day. There are roll-down blinds for privacy and sun blocking. The lanai is set up with a dining table where you can enjoy a snack or meal, or do some work (if you must!) We have stocked some games in the rattan bookshelf for your fun. The WIFI is on, and you can enter your code for your favorite streaming services on the big TV while you relax. There is also beach gear in the wicker trunk on the lanai, along with pool towels in the closet.

We take pride in sharing a clean and pleasant space with you. HHO received a complete refresh in 2022, and now features artwork honoring honu by Chris, your co-host. Our cleaning team follows COVID cleaning protocol. We have included a Guest Guide in our online listing, as well as a book of info at the apt. If you have specific questions that we haven't covered, please feel free to message us.

We have integrated several of our favorite amenities for travel into this apt, and would love to hear your suggestions too!

We hope you have a happy and relaxing stay at Happy Honu Oasis, Valerie and Chris

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Bulk Dispenser For Toiletries Double-glazed Windows Local Artist Showcase Recycling Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Water Dispenser
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Eco-friendly Toiletries Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Renee

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    We had a glitch with the lock but the owner was quick to respond to my phone call to give us the combo for the manual key, which I appreciated very much. The second bed was very small, the removable shower head line was leaking badly. The stove top and oven were dirty and the fan was also dirty. There was no complimentary coffee.

  • Kristine

    Submitted Mar 12, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    This was the worst place we stayed in Hawaii. Dust, mold and even rotten food were found in the accommodation. The swimming pool is not heated as advertised. Any compensation was refused by the apartment manager. Avoid at all costs!

  • LEXI T.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    All that we needed for our trip! I totally recommend this place of stay! Such a cozy and comfortable place to relax on vacation! The owners are so nice and provided all the deets in a cute honu book!! Thank you so much! Looking forward to staying again!!

  • Eric L.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    Stayed Friday to Friday. Host was very responsive and helpful during the whole stay. Location is great with a vehicle- seems like you’re 7-10 minutes away from everything. Place was older but decorated well. It also had a small cooler, boogie board and snorkeling gear. Would recommend if staying in Hilo area.

  • Victoria L.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2025

    Stayed Feb 16, 2025

    Stayed here for a few nights and had no issues. Nice bed and TV. Also a decent patio to sit out on. The place was clean as well- good location close to food and a great brewery a few blocks away

  • Luke

    Submitted Dec 5, 2024

    Stayed Nov 20, 2024

    Great stay! Loved the location and Room!

  • Thomas B.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 29, 2024

    I enjoyed staying here and would stay there again. Had a little problem getting the lock on the door to open but it was rapidly corrected. The information regarding the wifi also needs to be updated. Other than that my stay was very pleasant.

  • Garcia M.

    Submitted Oct 25, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    After a confusing check in process everything scooped out, the owner was gracious and accommodating.

  • Charudutta S.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    This property is in a good location in Hilo. Very convenient to visit nearby attractions. Also a good place to go to Volcano, Akaka falls and other attractions on the eastern side of the Big Island.

  • Pamela J.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Good location in Hilo, close to everything, with parking. Easy self check in. Unit was clean and had plenty of towels/sheets/appliances/dishes/etc... everything you need.

  • Chelsea K.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    The Happy Honu Oasis was in the perfect location: close to all of the things we wanted to do and removed enough to get the peace and quiet we needed. Our hosts communicated quickly. The apartment was really well thought-out from the binder of suggestions to the snorkeling equipment on the lanai. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Dee Dee T.

    Submitted Mar 7, 2024

    Stayed Feb 29, 2024

    This location was perfect for our stay in Hilo. Easy parking and close to a lot of amenities. Happy Honu Oasis had everything we needed and things we didn’t know we needed! So thankful for the cooler! The bed was very comfortable. While it is a bit dated, it is decorated adorably and very clean. Highly recommend.

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