studio apartment in Hilo

Bob and Sammye Lamb will meet you at the Hale Keiki Hipa. We can
also arrange personalized tours, if you so desire. We have been
tour guides since the 70’s. We have toured Africa, Europe,Asia,
South America and North America, as well as, the islands of the
Caribbean.

Our brand new vacation rental includes a studio apartment with:
private bath, private lanai, private entrance, small refrigerator,
microwave, flatware, dishes, stereo, cable TV, coffee maker,
toaster, toaster oven, limited use of washer / dryer, car port,
etc. Our
studio is great for two, but it can accomadate more if you don't
mind being crowded.

We are located in Hawaiian Paradise Park, a short drive from the
ocean. We are close to many of the tourist attractions; such as
Volcano National Park, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens, naturally heated hot
pond, steam vents, Lava Tree State Park, reef pools (where you can
snorkel with beautiful tropical fish). Isaac Hale State Park (A
popular place for surfers), Breathtaking Akaka Falls, Umauma Falls,
Nani Mau Botanical Gardens, Mauna Loa Macadamia Farms, and much much
more!

Rental cars in Hawaii are some of the least expensive in the
nation. However, if you choose our personalized tours, we can drive
you around in our comfortable SUV and you just sit back and relax.
Please remember to reserve your rent car and room as soon as
possible. Ocasionally rent cars are all rented due to some
international event. BOOK EARLY!!

full size bed (can be used as a futon couch), extra air mattress and
two small futons (these can be used to sleep more people if you
don't mind being crowded), large studio room, private lanai, private
full bath, closet, kitchenette with microwave, small refrigerator,
toaster oven, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, flatware. We also have
cable TV, Stereo radio, tape player and record
player. Studio also has a desk,and fans. Wireless DSL is also
available if you bring your laptop with the right card.

The private lanai has a small table and chairs for dining on lanai,
or you can move it indoors. Sliding glass door on lanai lets in the
tradewinds and two large windows (one 8' and one 6') let the cool
breezes in all the time. They can also be closed if that's too much
breeze. The bathroom has towels and wash cloths. The carport has
our washer and dryer which you can use on a limited basis ( once a
week), and we are just on the other side of the carport if you need
us. We have no kids at home and we don't like noise, so it is
usually quiet except for the birds, geckos, frogs,and crickets.

We are located near tide pools, volcanos, mountains, and too many
things to mention in a short space. Below is more information from
guide books; ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Nani Mau Gardens is Located 3 miles south of the Hilo Airport on
Highway 11; the "Aloha" landscaped logo marks the turnoff onto
Makalika Street

This 20-acre garden features anthuriums, orchids, native Hawaiian
plants, manicured floral gardens, and a water garden. There is also
a botanical museum on the grounds. The garden is open daily from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the museum is open from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. The admission fee is $10; no admission charge for children
under 6 years old. Discounts are available for seniors, children and
Big Island residents. Tram rides, which include a narrated tour of
the garden, are available for an additional $5.00 fee; a minimum of
5 passengers is required.

Another garden is Located a mile from Hilo Harbor on the way to
King's Landing; 1/4 mile from Onekahakaha Beach Park

Hilo Tropical Gardens was established in 1948 by En Loy Kong. The
plantings in this 2-acre garden feature orchids, anthuriums, and
other tropical ornamental plants. The garden is open on Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday (closed Thursday and
Sunday) from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Tours are self-guided; all
pathways are paved and are wheelchair accessible. Entrance fee of
$2.00 per person; there is no charge for children under 12 years
old.

Pua Mau Place Arboretum and Botanical Garden opened in October 2000.
It is a 45-acre desert garden and a major focus of the garden is the
use of ever-blooming woody plants in an arid Hawaiian environment.
The garden features a "hibiscus maze" with over 200 different
varieties of hibiscus as well as spectacular views. The plants are
marked and an information booklet with plant names and descriptions
is available. Garden hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday
through Sunday, except holidays. Self-guided tours are available.
Recommended donations are $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for children and
$7.00 for seniors.

Umauma Falls World Botanical Gardens has been open since July 1995
and contains more than 5,000 plant species. Major features include a
rainforest walk and Umauma Falls, a 3-tiered 300-foot waterfall. The
visitor center is currently under construction. The gardens are open
Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; closed on
Sundays. Admission is $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for teens. There is
no admission charge for children 12 and under.

Hawaiian Vacation Rental Prices for “Hale Keiki Hipa”

$30 per night if rented for 21 nights or more

$45 per night if rented for 14-20 nights

$50 per night if rented for 7-13 nights

$65 per night if rented for less than 7 nights

A deposit of $100 will reserve it for you. We accept most credit
cards on PayPal.