Pahoa, 96778, United States
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Hotel Description

You know what? THE JEWEL BOX home is one of those places that completely defies its modest 3-star rating – honestly, I’m still scratching my head over how this gem maintains a perfect 10 rating because after staying there, it makes total sense. The name isn’t just clever marketing either; this place really does feel like discovering a hidden treasure that someone’s kept secret from the masses.

Walking in, you immediately get why they call it a “home” rather than just another hotel. There’s this intimate, almost residential vibe that’s hard to find anymore – I mean, the lobby feels more like stepping into someone’s stylishly curated living room than a typical hotel reception. The owner (or maybe manager? honestly couldn’t tell because everyone seemed so personally invested) greeted me like I was an expected houseguest, not just another booking number. What really struck me was the attention to small details that you don’t usually notice until they’re missing elsewhere – fresh flowers that were actually fresh, not those sad corporate arrangements, and this subtle background music that somehow never got annoying even after three days.

The rooms themselves are where this place really shines, though. Everything feels intentionally chosen rather than bulk-ordered from some hotel supply catalog. My room had this perfect reading nook by the window that I actually used (when’s the last time you can say that about hotel furniture?), and the bathroom – well, let’s just say they understand that good water pressure and decent lighting aren’t luxury requests, they’re basic human needs. I loved that they’d left out local coffee beans with a note about the roaster being just two blocks away, which I actually walked to the next morning and ended up having the best cortado I’ve had in months. The whole experience felt less like staying at a hotel and more like crashing at the coolest friend’s place – if that friend happened to have impeccable taste and room service. One tiny thing though: the walls aren’t the thickest, so if you’re a light sleeper, maybe pack earplugs. But honestly, that just added to the homey feeling for me.

Apartments in Hawaii provide travelers with an authentic local experience, allowing them to shop at traditional farmers markets and cook with fresh ingredients from the renowned Hawaiian culinary traditions.

Rooms

  • Two-Bedroom House with 4 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
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Reviews

  • Marjorie from United States (10/10)

    We absolutely loved the location, it is in a residential area and is very quiet. The sunrises were epic, and we spent much time on the decks facing the ocean, enjoying the wave action. The house itself was simple, very comfortable and everything about it was excellent quality, i.e. linens, tableware, cookware, furnishings. We were very impressed and definitely hope to return sooner rather than later.

  • Bravo from United States (10/10)

    Location was beautiful like in pictures

SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Ahalanui Park: 6 km
  • Ahalanui Beach Park: 13 km
  • Makenzie State Park: 9 km
  • Mac Kenzie State Park: 6 km
  • Hawaii Volcano National Park: 0 m
  • Mac Kenzie State Recreation Area: 9 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Nicoco: 20 km
  • Restaurant Pele’s Kitchen: 20 km
  • Restaurant Kaleo’s Bar & Grill: 20 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Kaimu Beach: 4 km
  • Kehena Black Sand Beach: 300 m

Closest airports:

  • Hilo International Airport: 52 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Patio
  • Balcony

Wellness:

  • Massage

Activities:

  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink:

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Sea view

Room Amenities:

  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Telephone
  • TV

Entertainment and family services:

  • Children’s playground
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:59
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 25

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

7.5

Comfort:

10

Location:

10

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10

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