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#41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings

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WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bathroomSleeps 440 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

#41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings

Now you've found your perfect vacation spot...Formerly known as “The Turtle Hut,” his beautiful one-bedroom light and airy unit is located in the more secluded and peaceful section of Sea Mountain Resort at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach. Stay on your private lanai and enjoy the ocean views and sunrises. Or, take a short walk to the world famous Black Sand Beach, where the protected green sea turtles can be seen in their natural habitat. A few steps further leads you along the ancient Ala Kahakai Trail fronting our resort and beyond, to discover petroglyphs and heiaus dating back to pre-contact times along the rugged coastline, all without ever having to get in your car!  When you do venture out with your vehicle, we are ideally located between Kailua-Kona and Hilo, making day trips to either side of the island's attractions easy, and dining in the two local communities of Naalehu or Pahala a breeze. We're also only a short half hour drive to Volcanoes National Park and its awesome eruption shows. A short drive takes you to Papakolea, our incredible GREEN Sands Beach, or tour nearby Kula Kai Caverns in Ocean View, South Point, and Wood Valley.

The unit itself features a comfy king bed, a pull-out sofa with a queen-sized quality mattress, a spacious bathroom with shower and a well-stocked kitchen. It is also equipped with beach chairs and towels, umbrella, aqua socks and quality snorkel sets. We have earned more FIVE STAR ratings than any other listing in our resort, or our district!

Enjoy our outstanding LOCATION, fantastic AMENITIES and surprising affordability for a top-rated resort in paradise! There’s also high-speed internet and Wi-Fi, and unlimited on-demand TV programming. If you want to experience a more authentic Hawaii, while still enjoying modern amenities and the comforts of home, this is your spot.

Serene...peaceful...secluded...oasis...historic...natural.... are apt descriptors for this wonderful “Home Away from Home,” that many of our guests return to year after year!

GE-031-190-3232-01, TA-031-190-3232-01
STVR-19-365200

** Please be advised, the 3rd Tuesday of each month the entire condo complex has pest control with inspections and treatment as necessary in all units.  By booking and staying on this date, your booking acknowledges you will grant access and treatment.

Property manager

Julie Enriques

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 426 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 950190320041, GE-031-190-3232-01, TA-031-190-3232-01

Property is also known as

#41 Turtle Hut at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach Pahala
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#41 Turtle Hut at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach Apartment
#41 Turtle Hut at Punalu'u Black Sand Beach Apartment Pahala

About the area

Map
Pahala, HI

What's nearby

  • Punalu'u Beach - 10 min walk
  • Whittington Beach Park - 8 min drive
  • Ka'u Coffee Mill - 21 min drive
  • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - 22 min drive
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kau Specialty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pahala Town Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does #41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is #41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is #41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings located?

Situated in Pahala, this condo building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Punalu'u Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Whittington Beach Park and Ka'u Coffee Mill. Wood Valley Temple is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away.

#41 Turtle Hut at Punalu`u Black Sand Beach * Most 5 Star Ratings Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lissa p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
My husband had his 40th class reunion from Pahala down at punalu black sand beach, perfect little condo ! Has everything very quite pool but walking distance to salt water beach!! Highly recommend ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tanya m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super close to black sand beach with "Old Hawaii" style feel
Clean unit, Old Hawaii style complex, grounds are well kept with pretty flowers and palms, coastal ocean view from this units ground floor lanai...pool has coastal view too. Feels private most of the time.Unit has 2 units above and one on side...if your neighbors are noisy at night you are going to hear them...needs some kind of sound deadening for the ceiling.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paula F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black Sand Beach Condo
You have to go down a flight of steps to enter the condo which could be a challenge carrying luggage. The internet did not work until Julie came to the rescue with the updated Wi-Fi information. Thank you again Julie! The condo was small, but conveniently located and adequately equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Didn’t meet expectations
The good: great spot for bird watching, the complex is well maintained with pretty gardens, staff onsite (although not affiliated with this booking) are very friendly and helpful. The unfortunate: was given an incorrect code for the front door, was given incorrect information for the internet, sound transfer from the upper unit is significant, there is a large population of unhoused people living on the beach/ green space between this complex and the shoreline and we weren’t sure about overall security. Also, this unit is on the basement floor in a tropical area, so expect insects.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas was wonderful staying here
All family together what a wonderful time!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Excellent and very low key, chill, vacation mode style. If you are looking for a nice get away this is the place to stay. The property managers are full of aloha and the facility is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice condo but isolated community
The condo itself the pool area and the property we enjoyed but this location is very isolated from everything, 15min drive to closest town. I was not aware that the condos here was literally the only thing around but the beach. Not bad for a short stay but be prepared with everything you need for a few days before you go.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

April U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We love staying in Punaluu every time we come back to visit family in Pahala since it’s a short 10 minute drive. The location is great if you’re looking to get away from the cities. Communication with the property manager was great and we were very pleased with this specific condo for its location and amenities. Definitely will look at staying here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Rockford, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Volcano National Park visit
Easy to find. About 28 miles west of VNP. Ocean view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great!
Loved the property! In person it was much better than in photos! Super beautiful and close to the black sand beach. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
I loved how close to the turtle beach it is. Snorkeled with turtles every day. It is a small unit but well layed out and has everything you need to be comfortable. Space is a little tight for 4 but would be perfect for 2 and can stretch to 3. We enjoyed exploring South point and volcanoes np. I would highly recommend if you want a slow paced and quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this unit is very private and quiet -- great little lawn with hose to wash off sand and feet before entering unit. Ocean view. I would def. stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jody A., New Lenox, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Big Island Adventures
Property was really nice. Condo was well maintained. Grounds were immaculate. It's next to a golf course, but the golf course is closed. That is the only negative about it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Lisen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Disappointed with our weekend away
We arrived to this condo with high hopes of a lovely weekend away for my husband's birthday. First we were told that we had the dates wrong--we weren't due in til tomorrow. After going back and forth for a while the manager finally admitted they must have copied the dates wrong into their separate calendar. No apologies though. Then we were mortified to find that the adjoining condo was going through a renovation. We were assaulted with the sound of pounding hammers, power tools and a loud radio for the construction workers. A large truck with a trailer was parked right out our door where they dragged cabinets and debris from the wreckage. We called Julie, the host and she told us we needed to take our complaints to the resident manager up the road. No offer to call to sort things out for us. No apologies. We didn't want to be confrontational in person so we just gave up and suffered through a noisy weekend. This property should not be rented during this renovation and the lack of care from the manager was very disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021