In the lush and tropical Gardens at Botanical World Adventures in Hakalau, Hale Mala Pua offers an inviting space for family gatherings or a romantic getaway. Two en-suite bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, and covered lanai with ocean views create the perfect setting to unwind.
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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m
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Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures
Two Bedroom Three bathroom
Hale Mala Pua (Garden Home) is the perfect place for family and friends to gather or for a romantic getaway on the stunning Hamakua Coast. This spacious plantation house (2,200 square feet) is located just north of Hilo in the lush and tropical Gardens at Botanical World Adventures in Hakalau. Two (2) Bedroooms each with their own full en-suite bathroom, one of them a has a futon for sleeping 1 or 2 more people, 2 1/2 Bathrooms, Gourmet Kitchen with enormous refrigerator/ freezer , Living Room & Covered Lanai with ocean views. Access to World Botanical Gardens included when Gardens are open for all days of your stay. Fruit Orchard & plenty of outdoor space.
The 2 En-suites are perfect for a couple on a romantic trip, a family with kids or anybody just longing for privacy. Great for the couple wanting a wedding in the gardens with their honeymoon retreat awaiting on the property. This home is very clean and tastefully decorated. For your cooking pleasure the kitchen is fully stocked and open to the inside dining area so that you can prepare meals while you socialize.
The home is on separate three (3) acres of the World Botanical Gardens that are exquisitely manicured for your use. You will experience life in the Gardens between your Hawaiian adventures.
Walk in the large fruit orchards and learn about the plants in the gardens. Watch the sunrise or whales jump while you eat your breakfast on the lanai. Wander the gardens and your private domain at your leisure. Or just relax and enjoy life in the rain forest.
The living room has a 65" Samsung Ultra HD, 4K flat screen TV and DVD player and a few DVDs for your entertainment. Watch TV or the Pacific Ocean from the comfort of the couch. Each bedroom also have 40" flat screens. The owners have also provided DirecTV satellite with movie channels and air-conditioning. Our house book will give you lots of entertainment options away from the house as well. This home has a great location for exploring both the east and west sides of the island.
The property is just across the street from the amazing World Botanical Gardens and the Botanical World Adventures where you will be welcomed by the staff and given special rates. There are guided zip line, Segway and walking tours at the gardens for an array of fun just outside your front door. You will even come away with new understanding of the plants that surround you during your stay.
Within minutes there are surf and swimming spots like Hakalau Beach Park to dip in the water or boogie board. Less than an hour drive in either direction is the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, golfing, magical driving tours, Hilo farmer's market (20 minutes away), ATV tours and so much more! Or circle the whole island on a day trip.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 private bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Dishes, pots, pans and utensils washed and put away. Dishwasher emptied.
Return AC to 80 degrees prior to turning off. Turn off all ceiling fans.
Check Out List in book and on the refrigerator.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No parties or gatherings without prior permission. Registered guests only.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 GE-085-793-9968-01, TA-085-793-9968-01, 310010550000
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Hakalau, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Palace Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include World Botanical Gardens and Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Onomea Tea Company Estate, or check out an event or a game at Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Hakalau travel guide
Is Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures
Two Bedroom Three bathroom pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures
Two Bedroom Three bathroom ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures
Two Bedroom Three bathroom ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures
Two Bedroom Three bathroom ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures
Two Bedroom Three bathroom located?
This family-friendly Hakalau holiday home is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of World Botanical Gardens and Zip Isle Zip Line. Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Kolekole Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures
Two Bedroom Three bathroom Reviews
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This house is very well stocked, the kitchen has everything you need and more. The listing mentions split AC units in the bedrooms but there is also an additional unit in the common area so the entire house is very comfortable. The screened in lanai is a great place for breakfast.
We stayed here because it is close to family and are so glad we did! Very well equipped and comfortable home in a quiet setting. The kitchen is one of the best equipped ones we’ve ever had. Not only are the cooking pots and pans of high quality, but there were lots of condiments and ingredients available too. The furniture is of a nice quality and the house was impeccably clean.
Home near Hilo: peaceful, comfortable, well-maintained, very clean, and conveniently close to town. The house is equipped with all the desired comforts. The lanai was our favorite spot to enjoy morning coffee. Our stay was delightful. Highly recommended!
Our family of 4 (2 adult kids) enjoyed the spacious house and yard. The kitchen and house was fully equipped with everything we needed and more. We even picked tangerines and used the electric juicer. The orchids and foliage surrounding the property was absolutely beautiful. Definitely would recommend staying here. This was the best staycation (from Oahu) and will book again in the future!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this great house. The kitchen was huge and filled with everything you could need. The beds were comfortable and the house was immaculate. We loved sitting out on the lanai and listening to the coqui frogs. The gardens are outstanding! We walked around multiple times and saw so many different flowers and varieties of plants. The orchids were gorgeous. We did not want to leave this beautiful place! Highly recommend.
The place exceeded our expectations in pretty much every way. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well appointed and stocked with cooking supplies (including well stocked teas), the lanai was great for eating outside or relaxing on comfortable furniture (a member of our party fell sick and preferred recouping outside), and being next to the Botanical Adventure gardens. We enjoyed walking the property among the lemon drop mango orchard, banana plants, mango tree, cacao tree, red sealing wax palms, plumerias, ... From the place we also saw a small indian mongoose, mourning and gold dust day geckos, common mynas, northern and yellow-billed cardinals, and saffron finches. Now we are telling our friends, "if you ever go to the big island of Hawaii, we have a place recommendation :-)"
We had a quite peaceful stay at the Garden Home at Botanical World Adventures.
We enjoyed walking around the property looking at the different varieties of plants. We found some fruit on the ground that we were able to enjoy.
We loved the massive well stocked kitchen. It was a great place to kick back relax and do nothing. The property had the at home feeling we all love to experience on our vacations.
The property was far enough from Hilo to hide from the world, and close enough to take advantage of what the city has to offer.
Be sure to enjoy what the area has to offer.
Scott F.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MELVILEE ANN
7 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Directions were spot on, place easy to find. Luxurious accommodation, quiet and peaceful. Good place to come back to at the end of the day. Or just relax and enjoy the property. Kitchen is a chef’s dream with everything you need to cook and so much more. Condiments and spices galore. Soap, shampoo n conditioner provided extra towels n other things too. Washer n dryer with supplies. Highly recommended rental. Mahalo
We loved the week we spent here. It was a bit out of the way from some activities on the island, but they call it The Big Island for a reason. We really value our privacy when traveling and this property delivered. We didn’t even realize when booking that it was on the Botanical Garden which was awesome as we got to enjoy exploring the gardens and decided to do the zip line. The home has everything you need, comfortable beds, a well equipped kitchen, and lots of space. We especially enjoyed evenings eating dinner in the cool of the night on the lanai. A lot of rentals on the island don’t have AC, so huge feature there. The only disappointment was initial cleanliness. There was dust buildup on all the light switches - a small detail that tells a lot about the care taken during the cleaning process. There was also a damp stanky towel that had been left in the washer for Probably a week. It took a while for the smell to come out of the machine. That being said, the property management staff were very responsive and took care of things quickly including fixing a shower that wasn’t draining. We’d definitely come back even with the issues due to staff responsiveness, the beauty of the property, and the privacy and amenities.
Perfection sums up this beautiful, comfortable and exceptionally clean home. The photos don’t do the interior or exterior justice. A large and well appointed kitchen with every thing one could ever imagine to prepare meals, including basics & spices for your use. Dinning room is spacious but meals, morning coffee or an evening glass of wine on the screened Lani quick became our favorite! Bedrooms & bathrooms were large, clean & we slept so good every night of our stay. We also appreciated the large laundry with new washer & dryer. This home is surrounded by beauty and so many species of flowers & trees, the fruit trees are abundant.
Communications for directions to this property and entry into this home were clear and easy to follow. Access to the gardens of Botanical World Adventures was a bonus and we highly recommend taking time to participate in the activities offered. Multiple times we walked the property both of the home & across the street and always saw new flowers, trees, critters. We throughly enjoyed the zip line adventure, it was certainly a highlight for us & the staff at BWA were professional & fun. Icing on the cake to our stay.
We hope to return one day & once again stay in this lively Garden Hime, we have told so many others about this property already and highly recommend staying here to enjoy the Big Island, a perfect Home Base to explore from!
The best equipped house we have ever rented. Not only appliances of all kinds but also a well stocked cabinet of foods. The house is spacious and comfortable, plenty of room for a family of four. And the location beautiful, the botanical garden across the street free for us to explore. Highly recommended.
We enjoyed our stay at the garden home. It was clean, quiet and comfortable. We loved the screened lanai and beautiful large kitchen. Communication with Walter, property manager was easy and he was very responsive. Overall we loved our stayed. Would recommend to our friends and family who are visiting the island.
Jennifer L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa T.
24 Sept 2018
Beautiful spacious home
The property was amazing.
Vanessa T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary K.
17 May 2019
Beautiful Quiet Home in a garden Paradise!
Love this home and its setting. Well appointed, great bed, well kept.
Very quiet location a short drive from Hilo. Beautiful grounds filled with fruit trees, charming birds, and the coqui frogs will relax you at night. The screened-in lanai is airy with ceiling fans and you will enjoy every spare moment out there or even a nap. Spacious well equipped kitchen and brand new appliances throughout. Many great snorkeling adventures in Hilo make great day trips. Check out the Tuesday night traditional Hawaiian music at the Hilo Town Tavern.
The house is in a secluded garden area with amazing trees, foliage, orchids, and wildlife. It is very clean and well stocked with cooking utensils and supplies. We had a great stay!
This house was beautiful, very clean and surrounded by gorgeous plants & aromas. Walking distance to Botanical World Adventures & the zipline. I would recommend this location to anyone looking to stay in Hilo or on the Big Island in general.
This home is beautiful and surrounded by majestic tropical landscaping. The ability to walk through the neighboring World Botanical Garden is a once in a lifetime experience.