Moana Imaku

Aloha and Welcome to Moana Imaku! Come and enjoy your Hawaiian getaway in a lovely, spacious, light filled home all your own. In creating this vacation home it was important for the owner to build a place that could be enjoyed by all, including the differently abled. This home is wheel chair accessible from the entry ramp to the wide doorways and easy-access showers in both bathrooms. There are lots of extra features for those with special needs. Everyone in your group will love the ocean view lanai a block from the ocean... and you may meet the neighborhood hen, Henrietta, who often leaves a freshly laid egg for guests on a chair cushion!

When you enter this hale you will notice the lovely tropical furnishings and décor, shiny African mahogany floors, large fully equipped gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, and dining area. Not to mention the newly furnished and comfortable lanai with 2 loveseats, 2 chairs and a dining table that sits 4. The spacious living room includes a Smart TV and plenty of seating area.

The bedrooms consist of a four poster queen size bed in the master bedroom with its own master bathroom. First guest room has two single beds and second guest room has one queen size bed. Guest bathroom is conveniently located between both bedrooms.
Moana Imaku also features indoor laundry room with front load washer & dryer, and a 400 square foot lanai where you can enjoy outdoor dining and take in your ocean views.
This hale is located on the beautiful Puna coast a block from the ocean and the beautiful ocean park, bringing you our island sunshine and trade breezes on the sunrise side of the island.
We hope that when you come to Moana Imaku that you will find the tranquility and harmony of these beautiful islands. NOTE: there is no beach access in the neighborhood as the ocean cliffs are more than 20 feet high - breathtaking for photographers and other nature lovers!


This is a Hawaii County licensed short term rental.
TA-086-273-2288-01
STVR-19-357051
NUC-19-0896

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Spacious,quiet hideaway

  Stayed 9 days ending in February, 2025

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  a guest from Killarney, MB recommends this vacation rental

  Loved our time here. Property was clean, spacious, overall in good shape. Despite no AC, it cooled off well at night. Took a bit to figure out how all the fans and lights worked. The instructions to get the key were wrong. The info needs to be updated and old locked box on side of rail( where we were told to use code) removed and direct people to locked box beside door. We figured it out but took a few minutes. Our favourite spot was the lanai. That’s where we were every waking minute.
  Any issues we did have were quickly addressed by the manager. It is a bit of a drive to major sites and Hilo. But we quite enjoyed the town of Pahao.
  After a day of site seeing, it was a nice retreat to come home to. If you are looking for sandy beaches, this is not the place for you. If you want to relax and take in the island vibe, it’s your place.

  • Manager Responded on 3/8/2025

    Mahalo nui for your review and valuable feedback, Della. We are so glad that you enjoyed your visit and exploring the area. We appreciate your assessment of the location as well! It's not for everyone, but for some travelers it's just perfect :-) We hope you'll stay with us again if your travels bring you back to this little corner of paradise! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Great place to stay!

  Stayed 3 days ending in February, 2025

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  Tina S from Roseburg, OR recommends this vacation rental

  We were very satisfied with our stay at this property. It was a great location and would recommend to anyone wanting to stay in that area.

  • Manager Responded on 3/8/2025

    Mahalo for your review, Tina. Come stay again, anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Great ocean view!

  Stayed 6 days ending in May, 2024

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  a guest from Ayer, MA recommends this vacation rental

  We had such an amazing time! Breakfast on the front lanai with the ocean view is one of the things my whole family enjoyed. We walked down a couple of minutes through the park to the cliffs to watch the beautiful sunrise.Spacious and clean rooms.Had everything we required. We would love to stay here again!

  • Manager Responded on 6/18/2024

    Mahalo for your review, Gayathri. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the house and location. We'd love to host you again and hope you'll come back soon! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• So hard to leave.

  Stayed 21 days ending in April, 2024

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  Wendy F from Millet, AB recommends this vacation rental

  Hale Imaku was exactly everything that was promised. Clean,quiet,comfortable and well appointed. The perfect base for our three week adventure exploring the Big Island.The ramp from the parking area to the entry was perfect for our mother with her walker and definitely made it easy to move luggage in and out of the home. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. The cooler was used on almost every outing for drinks and snacks as we explored the island. Beach chairs and towels were so handy to have. We especially enjoyed Spencer Beach Park. We went to sleep every night to the rustling of palm trees and woke every morning to birdsong and the sound of the ocean. It was really so hard to leave and head back to the last snow of an Alberta winter. We have always been impressed with the VRBO homes we have rented in the past and Hale Imaku did not disappoint. Mahalo Nui Loa

  • Manager Responded on 5/14/2024

    Mahalo nui for your glowing review, Wendy. It's wonderful to hear that the home worked so well for your Big Island explorations. We hope you'll come back and stay with us again when you need to escape that deep chill of winter! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in March, 2024

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  Scott G from Armstrong, BC recommends this vacation rental

  We had an amazing time, house was awesome and bedrooms were lovely. The lights in the fans were finicky and sometimes hard to shut off that were in the dining room and living room. The lanai was great to sit out on to have our morning coffee. Thanks for the stay.

  • Manager Responded on 3/26/2024

    Mahalo for your review, Scott. We're glad that Moana Imaku worked well for your visit. I've asked our maintenance team to check on those lights. We hope you'll keep us in mind if you visit the area again :-) Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Perfect Stay

  Stayed 14 days ending in February, 2024

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  Diane R recommends this vacation rental

  This house was simply perfect for our family vacation. Between the Sun rise on the shore and dinner on the porch, everone on us had their perfect moment every day... The house if full equipped and met all ours needs. The little issues we may have had were promptly adressed and taken care off.
  We will definitely consider coming back to Moana Imaku !

  • Manager Responded on 3/26/2024

    Mahalo nui for your glowing review, Diane. We LOVE hearing the word 'perfect' :-) We hope you come and stay again soon! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Great stay in Pāhoa

  Stayed 5 days ending in February, 2024

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  Mark F from Calgary, AB recommends this vacation rental

  The house was a perfect size for the 4 of us (2 couples), was very well equipped and was a nice location. We lived sitting on the patio and looking at the ocean. Nice quiet location and friendly neighborhood. The only drawback was some minor maintenance requirements in the house (broken cupboard door, sticky kitchen faucet) but not a big issue.

  • Manager Responded on 3/4/2024

    Mahalo for your review, Mark. We're glad you enjoyed your stay. I will let our handyman know about the cupboard door and faucet. Mahalo for bringing that to our attention! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Perfect place for sister trip

  Stayed 3 days ending in December, 2023

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  Patty D from Las Vegas, NV recommends this vacation rental

  So glad we chose this VRBO for our sister trip. It was very comfortable, peaceful and welcoming. Great place to start the morning at with coffee on the lanai and a great place to end the day. Definitely would recommend and have all intentions of coming back

  • Manager Responded on 12/26/2023

    Mahalo nui for your review, Patty. Sister trips are the best!! We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Moana Imaku, and we're honored that you'd recommend us. We hope to host you again! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Hawaii vacation

  Stayed 6 days ending in October, 2023

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  Jenny S from N/A, CO recommends this vacation rental

  This house was more than acceptable for our family vacation. It had met all of our expectations. The neighborhood was great and we could see & hear the ocean every night. We had close access to the beach, stores/shopping, Volcano National Park, etc.. I would recommend this stay to anyone. Thank you.

  • Manager Responded on 11/16/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Jenny! There's nothing we love more than meeting all of our guests' expectations :-) We're so happy you enjoyed your visit and are honored that you'd recommend us. Come stay again anytime! Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Quiet spot in Pahoa

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2023

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  a guest from Woodbridge, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Just as expected, dark at night due to not street lights, nice park across the street and the ocean is right there, no beach access at this location and services are about 7 miles out, so you will need a vehicle, this is a place I would stay again.

  • Manager Responded on 10/26/2023

    Mahalo for your review and tips for future guests, Albert. We'd love to host you again, anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Moana Imaku

  Stayed 5 days ending in August, 2023

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  Heather S from Los Alamitos , CA recommends this vacation rental

  We just returned from our stay at Moana Imaku and could not be more pleased with this location. The house was beautiful as was the location. It had everything we needed for a party of six and then some. They only thing I couldn’t find was beach towels bought we bought some as souvenirs. There were beach chairs, coolers, snorkels, boogie boards and water shoes. The lanai was absolutely amazing and is where we camped in our brief time that we weren’t out exploring. Although there is no AC, with all the windows open it was very cool and breezy in the house. There were plenty of goodies left from previous renters that were extremely helpful! You won’t regret booking your stay here!!

  • Manager Responded on 8/29/2023

    Mahalo nui for your glowing review, Heather! We are so happy to hear that Moana Imaku worked well for your visit. All the homes are supposed to have beach towels. I've passed that along to my boss so she can get some new ones. We hope you'll keep us in mind if you travel this away again. Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Great place to stay.

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2023

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  a guest from Fountain Valley, CA recommends this vacation rental

  What a beautiful property. Great location for relaxation. Has everything you would need. Felt like it was our home.

  • Manager Responded on 7/6/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Lan. We're so happy that you felt right at home at Moana Imaku :-) Come back anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Pahoa Paradise

  Stayed 7 days ending in May, 2023

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  Lisa W from N/A, CO recommends this vacation rental

  The ocean view, the walkable neighborhood, and the close proximity of local shops and restaurants all made this property a pleasure to return to after a full day of sightseeing. The home was spotless, well-equipped, and spacious. One of our party missed having air conditioning, but soon acclimated to life on the lanai. Fans were plentiful. Wouldn't change a thing. Mahalo for a wonderful week in Pahoa!

  • Manager Responded on 5/23/2023

    Thank you so much for your review, Lisa. Come stay again anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Moana Imaku rental - April 2023

  Stayed 8 days ending in April, 2023

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  Carol T from Creston, BC recommends this vacation rental

  We (two couples) stayed for eight days at the Moana Imaku. We were delighted with the property and location. It was comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, including various herbs and spices left by earlier renters. If you need a rental that accommodates a wheelchair or walker, the house is very accessible with a ramp, and wide doors in the main bedroom and ensuite with room to maneuver. The lanai was fantastic. We spent a lot of time there, rain or shine. We could hear the waves crashing and there was a view of the ocean through the park. Of course, it's a good drive to most locations but we enjoyed exploring the Puna area and the walks we took through Hawaiian Beaches.
  As is not unusual, there's no air conditioning but lots of fans and windows. The breeze usually cooled the house fairly quickly after it was closed up for the day.
  We did have a couple of minor issues - but the property manager took care of them promptly. (Some ant traps took care of a few too many sugar ants, and some magic repair of the fan remotes until the replacements arrive!)
  And we were greeted on arrival by "Henrietta" who also wandered through the yard daily! We would happily stay here again.

  • Manager Responded on 5/19/2023

    Mahalo nui for your detailed review, Carol! We're so glad you enjoyed your time at Moana Imaku. Good news for your next visit - the owner just had insulation installed, which should really help with the heat during the day when the house is closed up. Henrietta says she hopes you come visit again soon! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew Salt Water Real Estate, Hilo HI

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• Pahoa stay

  Stayed 5 days ending in March, 2023

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  Pat D from Albany, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Lovely and relaxing in a comfortable conveniently located home

  • Manager Responded on 4/22/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Pat. Please keep us in mind if your travels bring you back to Pahoa :-) Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Wonderful house

  Stayed 4 days ending in March, 2023

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  Shannon L from Saskatoon, SK recommends this vacation rental

  This is a beautiful location . The house is well taken care of and was very clean . Kekela was very helpful in every way . Helped us find restaurants , grocery stores and answered all of our questions . Would definitely stay here again .
  

  • Manager Responded on 3/16/2023

    Mahalo for your review and kind words, Shannon. I will pass on your kind words to Kekela. She works hard to make sure guests are enjoying themselves so I know your comment will mean a lot to her. Come stay again anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Magnificent

  Stayed 8 days ending in March, 2023

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  a guest from HEPPNER, OR recommends this vacation rental

  We stayed at the Moana Imaku home late February, 2023. We had torrential rain but it was so wonderful to see and hear the ocean. We saw a whale breaching and experienced Henrietta 1 and Henrietta 2's breakfast donations. We even got used to the frogs croaking all night.
  The house itself was beautiful. There are many ADA accommodations but it was very comfortable. The covered deck was so comfortable. The bedrooms were comfortable.
  This is a lovely vacation home and we would highly recommend it.
  

  • Manager Responded on 3/21/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Michael and Robin. Guest comfort is our #1 priority :-) We're glad you enjoyed your visit in spite of the wet weather, and that you saw whales and made friends with some of our other area animals!! We are honored that you would recommend us, and we'd welcome you back anytime. Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Great stay in Hawaii

  Stayed 5 days ending in January, 2023

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  RUSSELL S from Alpine, TX recommends this vacation rental

  Great location,weather and area

  • Manager Responded on 2/3/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Russell. Come back anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Great House in a Peaceful Location

  Stayed 6 days ending in December, 2022

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  Chris M from Murphy, TX recommends this vacation rental

  We spent a week here in December 2022 and loved the house. It was very well furnished and stocked with everything we needed plus more! The house was very clean and well kept, and the lenai is wonderful. The neighborhood is very quiet and has a local feel, and the shoreline just a short walk from the house is incredible (not a beach, but beautiful volcanic rock). We would definitely stay here again.

  • Manager Responded on 1/14/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Chris. We're so glad you enjoyed your visit. Come stay again anytime! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• A Week on The Big Island

  Stayed 5 days ending in December, 2022

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  a guest from Evansville, IN recommends this vacation rental

  Our rental was very nice and clean. Check the closet by the kitchen for coolers and chairs for a beach day! This is a little farther from towns, which is what we wanted but just be prepared for that. The WiFi was a little slow but that’s pretty minor since we were out and about a lot. Thanks for a great stay!

  • Manager Responded on 1/14/2023

    Mahalo for your review, Kelsie. We're so happy you enjoyed your visit. Come back anytime!! Warmest Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Vacations Crew

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• Lovely home

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2022

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  John E from Maple Valley, WA recommends this vacation rental

  The house was as described ,clean and well maintained. Two minutes from the ocean. Perhaps the only negative was the lack of AC.The home had Wi-Fi although it was very weak. Very nice kitchen and very well stocked.

  • Manager Responded on 6/30/2022

    Mahalo for the review, John! The ocean views are amazing, aren't they? The internet should be OK for regular internet use. We will run a reset, thanks for the head's up! Aloha, The Salt Water Hawaii Crew

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