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Are you ready for the ultimate family vacation? Imagine crystal clear waters, sandy beaches, and endless sunshine. Picture your kids laughing and playing in the surf, while you kick back and relax on a lounge chair. This dream can become a reality with a family vacation to Hawaii! As a parent, you deserve a break, and Hawaii is the perfect destination to create unforgettable memories with your kids. Especially when you book your trip at a vacation rental home or condo through Vrbo, and take advantage of their privacy, spaciousness, affordability, and unique experiences.
Hawaii is a great destination for a family vacation for so many reasons. Its natural beauty is undeniable, of course, with lush green forests, cascading waterfalls, lava flows, and picturesque beaches. The warm tropical climate makes it perfect for outdoor activities, such as hiking, swimming, snorkeling, and surfing. Additionally, Hawaii is known for its rich culture and heritage, which can be experienced through its traditional music, dance, and cuisine. Many of the islands also have a variety of historical and educational sites, such as Pearl Harbor and the Polynesian Cultural Center, which can be a great way to engage and educate children during the vacation.
When staying in Hawaii with your kids, a vacation rental can be a better option than a hotel room (or two). Not only do Vrbo rentals offer more bedrooms than hotel rooms, you also get a living room and a kitchen, giving your family more room to spread out and relax. Vacation rentals can often be more affordable than booking multiple hotel rooms for a family, too. Vrbos also offer more privacy, allowing your family to have their own space and not have to worry about being disturbed by other guests. Many vacation rentals are located in more residential areas, which can give you a chance to experience more of the local culture and community. Hawaii is a beautiful and unique place to visit, and staying in a vacation rental can provide both an authentic experience and a local vibe.
Plus, many Vrbos in Hawaii come with amenities such as a swimming pool, hot tub, or even a backyard that can provide entertainment for the kids. We checked out the many, many great options and rounded up 15 that we think any family will love. From a luxury oceanfront resort to a tropical jungle oasis to a private backyard pool – with waterslide! – your kids will be wowed when your family arrives for a stay at one of these Hawaiian homes. And if you’re looking for something more modest and budget-friendly, there’s a kid-friendly Vrbo for you, too.
Ahead, check out the best Vrbos in Hawaii for your next family vacation and book with your kids in mind.
Panoramic Pacific Views
This spacious vacation rental property is located just 300 feet from Kahaluu Beach, one of the best snorkeling spots on the Big Island. The property offers unrivaled views of the beach and Pacific Ocean from its large lanais and can comfortably sleep 10.
Private Pool Paradise
Paradise Poipu is a newly built, 1800-square-foot home on Kauai’s sunny south shore that features a private pool, three bedrooms, two full baths, central air-conditioning, and tasteful furnishings and artwork. The property is located just minutes from two of Kauai’s best beaches, Shipwreck Beach and the Poipu Beach, which has been voted ‘Best Beach’ in America by the Travel Channel. It is perfect for families, with calm waters and plenty of activities.
Quiet Local Escape
Melemele House is a classic Hawaiian-style home located in the quiet residential community of Kaloli Point, which is considered the jewel of Hawaiian Paradise Park (HPP) with its quiet community, wonderful flow of trade winds, closeness to the ocean, and relatively flat terrain. The location is perfect for families with close proximity to the town of Hilo, Hawaii Volcano National Park, and local beaches, which offer great opportunities for lazy beach days and incredible snorkeling.
Wraparound Lanai, Oh My!
This charming, circular three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is nestled among tropical wild plant life, located just an easy 200-foot walk to the beach for swimming or snorkeling. It offers a spacious and relaxed living area with stunning mountain views, a wraparound lanai, and can sleep up to six. It also features a fully furnished kitchen for cooking family dinners, a master suite with a king-size bed and a twin bed, and two additional bedrooms with queen-size beds for kiddie comfort.
Luxury Resort Oasis
This beachfront condo located on the Ko Olina shoreline is just steps away from a white sandy beach and offers access to resort amenities such as swimming pools, jacuzzies, BBQ grills, and a fitness center with sauna/steam room. Perfect for families with children, the unit is large and offers an open concept kitchen designed by chef Roy Yamaguchi of Roy’s restaurant owner, making it perfect for family meals.
Pool Party Pad
This unique and beautiful tropical home offers 3,200-square-feet of tropical comfort, perfect for families with children. It features a huge open-plan kitchen with all the essentials, one full acre of beautifully maintained yard and tropical gardens, and three bedrooms with eight beds. Oh, and did we mention it also has a pool with a water slide, jacuzzi, and a sand pool for kids?! Plus, it’s location is close to the town of Hilo, Akaka Falls, Honomu zip line, beaches, parks, and many other activities.
Volcano Rainforest Estate
The Volcano Rainforest Lodge is a luxury craftsman house located only a few minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park’s main entrance, near Kilauea summit, and the friendly artists’ community of Volcano Village. It offers a secluded 9-acre forest estate with three king bedroom suites and additional twin beds, a gourmet kitchen, living room, dining room, laundry room, and over 1,400 square feet of covered, outside living area. It’s perfect for families looking for a peaceful, natural and luxurious experience on the Big Island.
Snorkel-Lovers’ Happy Place
This is a large four-bedroom, three-bath house with unobstructed ocean views, located across from the best beach park in Hilo. This house is perfect for families with children, with a keiki pond in front of the house where Hawaii’s children learn to swim and free snorkels, paddle boards, kayaks, and boogie boards provided. The house also is close to Hilo farmer’s market, restaurants, shopping, waterfalls, Volcano National Park, and the astronomy center.
Beachfront Fun
This is a beautiful oceanfront condo, with three bedrooms (including loft) and three bathrooms, with air conditioning in the living room and all three bedrooms. The condo has a lanai with views of the ocean, Molokai and Lanai, whales (in season), kite surfers, and sunsets. Guests have access to resort amenities such as two pools, tennis courts, putting greens, shuffleboard courts hot tubs, gardens and koi ponds, and the condo is close to restaurants, golf courses, hiking, and activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving and surfing.
Backyard Swimmers’ Dream
This plantation-style home located on sunny Kaloli Point in Hawaiian Paradise Park is an eco-friendly paradise, with a solar-powered 15- by 30-foot in-ground, private pool in the backyard for your enjoyment. Perfect for families looking for a tropical getaway, it’s conveniently located just 20 minutes from the Hilo airport and 40 minutes from Volcano National Park and is close to the ocean and other activities.
Mesmerizing 360 Views
This luxury two-story home with a wraparound lanai has mesmerizing ocean and pastoral views to the north and east and breathtaking mountain views to the west. Located on a secluded five-acre property, the home has access to a private waterfall and natural pool. The 3,050-square-foot home with three bedrooms and three baths is perfect for families looking for quiet getaway in nature.
Whale-Watchers’ Wonderland
This family-friendly home features three bedrooms, each with their own ensuite custom marble bathroom, and includes a “Man Cave” (or teen hangout!) with a giant flat screen TV, pool table, and more. The one-acre property is located just a short walk from the Makuu cliffs, perfect for watching whales go by.
Polynesian Retreat
The Wainiha beach house brings you old style Hawaii in a jungle setting with a stream flowing in your backyard. This luxury home offers three bedrooms and two baths and can accommodate a family of six. Located on the North Shore of Kauai, the property boasts spectacular ocean views and is close to some of the most beautiful beaches and hiking trails in the area. While the beach in view from the home is not accessible, Tunnels Beach (one of the most scenic beaches in the world) is only a half-mile away; the closest public beach access is a short quarter-mile in either direction from house.
Gated Community Resort Life
Located in the gated community of Puamana Resort, this three-bedroom, three-bath home can host a family of seven. Guests are able to enjoy the community’s 28 acres of mature tropical gardens, almost a mile of beach, two surf breaks, three swimming pools, and a tennis court. Plus, downtown Lahaina is just a 10-minute walk away.
Budget-Friendly Holiday
This Coconut Plantation condo unit offers three bedrooms (with four beds) and two full baths and can sleep eight people comfortably. The location of the unit near the complex’s entrance makes walking to get food a two-minute stroll. Plus, the Vrbo is located right next to the pool and hidden spa. Located inside the Ko Olina on the leeward coast of Oahu, the unit has access to two miles of coastal frontage that includes three natural and four man-made lagoons with white-sand beaches, perfect for family fun.
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