The 8 Best Hawaii Airbnbs for Your Next Idyllic Island Adventure

By Elise Taylor

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Looking for the best Airbnbs in Hawaii? You’re far from alone: The Aloha state received over 9 million visitors in 2022—many of those international travelers—drawn to everything from the Big Island's Volcanoes National Park, to Maui's Wailea beaches, to the tropical metropolis of Oahu's Waikiki. And across all the major islands, the home-rental platform offers a number of stunning properties where one can embrace the laid-back lifestyle the archipelago is known for.

Below, the best Airbnbs in Hawaii for your next island adventure. (And, once you book—here's how to travel there more mindfully, according to seven Native Hawaiians.)

This off-grid home is surrounded on all sides by a Hau tree forest—which one can fully immerse themselves in thanks to its floor-to-ceiling windows. Sip coffee out on the deck while taking in the jungled view, or venture off into the wilderness with your private access to the Captain Cook Trail. (The hike ends at one of the best snorkeling spots on the island.)

Amenities include a washer and dryer, WiFi, flat screen television, outdoor shower, as well as beach access.

A mere five-minute drive from Volcanoes National Park is this tiny cabin, which sits within a forest of Ohia trees. The walls are adorned with artwork from local artisans, and outside is a patio and firepit that's a perfect gathering place for an evening cocktail. Probably the most stand-out feature, however? The 14-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, where you can take in the spectacular, temperate climate the national park is known for.

Amenities include washer and dryer, WiFi, a 55-inch television, and a hot tub.

This Airbnb sits upon three acres of land on Hawaii's Big Island just below the Kaloko Cloud Forest. It's an adventurer's dream, with an abundance of rainforest trails and coffee farms a few minutes up the mountain. (It's also an eco-friendly property with solar power and composting toilets.) You can even make it into an ideal property for a family retreat: the owners have two other units nearby, which all share a common area that includes a fire pit, surf shack, and a BBQ area.

Amenities include a washer, dryer, television, WiFi, and—in quite a fun addition—beach essentials like snorkeling gear and umbrellas.

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Fully embrace oceanfront living at this villa with plenty of shaded lanais (a Hawaiian architectural term for expansive outdoor porches or rooms.) If you visit during January and March—the peak of whale-watching season—you can see the majestic marine mammals swim past while soaking in the hot tub, or wander up to the shore yourself for a better view. Plus with four bedrooms and a movie theater, it's the perfect home for a family vacation.

Amenities include a washer, dryer, television, WiFi, outdoor shower, a heated pool, a barbecue area, and stand-up paddle boards.

Architect aficionados will jump at the chance to stay at the only home in Hawaii designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The midcentury modern masterpiece features panoramic views of three Big Island volcanoes Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Hualalai—as well as the ocean, which you can enjoy from a secluded hammock on the grounds. An added bonus? The charming town of Waimea (and its many farmer's markets) is a 10-minute drive away.

Amenities include a washer, dryer, television, WiFi, hot tub, and a barbecue area.

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Why is this Big Island Airbnb called "Whale Tale Hale"? Because during migration season, you can actually hear the sea creatures swim by from your infinity pool that overlooks the ocean. The interiors are playfully tropical, with bright orange, white, and turquoise throughout. It's also an idyllic booking for families, as it offers children's books, beach toys, and even a baby bath.

Amenities include a washer, dryer, television, WiFi, hot tub, a barbecue area, kayaks, a private pool, hot tub, and exercise equipment.

This Airbnb sits right upon a private beach in Lahaina, a tropical region so beautiful films from Pirates of the Caribbean to Jurassic Park have been shot there. The villa has two king-sized bedrooms and a large living room, however, much of your time will likely be spent on the wraparound porch which offers an unparalleled view of the sunset over the ocean.

Amenities include a washer, dryer, television, WiFi, outdoor shower, and private beachfront.

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Just outside of Honolulu is this spectacular oceanfront villa, which is walking distance from the world-famous Kahala Beach. Relax in your lagoon-style swimming pool or mix mai-tais from your outdoor bar.

Amenities include a washer, dryer, television, WiFi, private pool, hot tub, barbecue area, and stand-up paddle boards.