The best Airbnbs in Hawaii

With three bedrooms and a starting price of $99, this sophisticated beach home is a total steal given the excellent location, sleek design, and excellent amenities. It's located just 10 minutes from the closest beach and the bustling tourist town of Kona.

Select a record for the turntable or queue up something to screen on the living room projector and sink into a hanging wicker chair while admiring the serene atmosphere of this beach home with concrete floors, midcentury modern furnishings, and tropical plants. The neutral design feels curated out of a magazine, with a full kitchen, air conditioning (in all rooms but one bedroom), surf and bamboo accents, essential oil diffusers, and playful palm print wallpaper. Each of the three bedrooms has a Queen-sized bed, and tranquil porch and backyard blend indoor and outdoor living seamlessly.

Other extras include beach gear, a grill, two bicycles, free parking, and a slew of family-friendly perks such as a travel crib, high chair, stair gates, changing table, baby monitor, baby bath, and more, for no added fee.

Rating: 4.89

Tourists who prefer to travel off the beaten path tend to head up to the scenic North Kohala coast on Hawaii's Big Island for a more secluded vacation with access to stunning hiking trails and beaches. The town of Hawi is noted for its hippie-vibes and charming atmosphere and this listing channels that sentiment brightly.

With two bedrooms and two queen beds, it's a good fit for a few friends or a family and is surrounded by over an acre of lush greenery, tropical plants, and majestic trees. A macadamia nut field sits on one side of the property and guests are welcome to pick in-season. On-site gardens include pineapple, lemon, orange, guava, and papaya trees and plants, and the well-manicured lawn is a prime picnic spot.

The space is equipped with cable TV, Wi-Fi, a full kitchen, and a boho-inspired swing chair that begs to be sat in first. Beach chairs, boogie boards, and beach towels are available to borrow, too, making for an easy beach day. Previous guests note that the space is very clean, comfortable, and located in a quiet and peaceful area.

Rating: 4.98

Centrally located in the town of Kapaa, only one block from the beach, this riverside canal cottage overlooks the peaceful banks of the Wailua River, which guests can paddle with host-provided kayaks and SUPs, or take bikes out for a spin on a lovely path.

The plantation-style cottage was built in 1953 but renovated to feature beautiful paneling and beam details, bamboo accents, air conditioning, a vaulted ceiling with fan, sustainable wood floors, and a well-appointed outdoor area with a grill and water views.

Beach chairs and umbrellas are also provided, and likely, some whimsical welcome treats, too.

Rating: 4.92

For a tranquil stay on Maui's scenic North Shore, this garden cottage places you amid green grass, waterfalls, and gentle breezes, perfect for lapping up sounds of nature and stargazing. Hookipa Beach and the town of Paia are both a 10-minute drive away.

The one-bedroom space is airy and bright with a smart TV, ceiling fan, convection oven, dishwasher, a washer and dryer, a memory foam Queen-sized bed, an additional Queen-sized daybed, as well as both a picturesque terrace and a separate, full-screened in porch with ocean views. The backyard overlooks fruit trees, and the host also provides boogie boards, snorkeling gear, and the added bonus of an outdoor shower.

It's worth noting that the unit is attached to another home, and some guests experienced noise from a shared wall.

Rating: 4.93

This open-air, two-bedroom bungalow merges the comforts of a well-appointed, bohemian-inspired home, with the outdoors. Kind of like glamping, the kitchen and living areas are partially outside and open to the elements, but protected from rain, and eclectically adorned with vintage and tribal-inspired decor.

A lofted bedroom places you eye-level with a lush canopy of trees through floor-to-ceiling windows and a 30-foot stroll down a secluded path leads to an open-air bathhouse. It's scenic and lovely, like staying in a jungle treehouse, but best appreciated by those who are comfortable with such rustic accouterments, especially the occasional cameos from birds, insects, and lizards.

But it's not totally roughing it; modern amenities include Wi-Fi and a washer and dryer and town is a short 20-minute drive. Certainly, however, it's a place to unplug. Set on an organic mango orchard and surrounded by plumerias, the home is located amid Kealakekua Bay, known for some of Hawaii's best snorkeling and wild dolphins.

Rating: 4.89

Located in a well-kept apartment complex, this Princeville condo offers the amenities of a larger resort with the privacy and amenities of staying in a fully-equipped home. Located on a quiet ocean bluff, guests enjoy the use of a shared community pool, grilles, and easy access to scenic hiking and cycling paths and breathtaking beaches. Farmers' markets and great restaurants are also located close by.

The design exudes a luxury lean, with a soothing palette of calming blue and grey hues that creates a very Zen-inspired space. The kitchen is full-size and the living room has a smart TV, ceiling fan, and beach views from a lovely patio. The modern Queen-sized bedroom includes an additional fan, blackout shades, a bathroom with walk-in shower, and the option for a Pack 'N Play crib, if needed. Past guests mention that a cool breeze runs through the space, giving it an airy, laid back feel and rave over the excellent amenities and ocean views.

Rating: 4.87

Some of Maui's best beaches are located in Kihei and Wailea-Makena, and this one-bedroom cottage makes it easy to take advantage while paying a fraction of what it costs in an area hotel.

The space is bright, light, and sparkling clean with a convection oven and enough kitchen space to easily cook meals, a coffee maker, air conditioning, a memory foam Queen-sized bed, and indulgent blackout curtains for excellent sleep. The private courtyard space includes a BBQ and hammock surrounded by lush plant life including organic papayas, mangoes, avocados, lilikoi, guava, lemon, and lime, depending on the season.

Additionally, the living room has a mounted smart TV to stream your favorite shows and movies after a long day at the beach.

Rating: 4.88

If you plan to stay up north on Oahu to watch professional surfers and explore the historic town of Haleiwa, you'll find strong value in terms of location and comfort here. This home can fit up to six guests, and feels whimsical and funky with a plantation-style, vintage look filled with mounted surfboards, bamboo furniture, turquoise accents, tiki torches, wraparound porch, and rich wood.

The house dates back to 1935, but it's plenty modern, too. A sun room opens up to a beautiful lanai deck with plush lounge chairs, and a newly remodeled bathroom features a deep spa soaking tub. Ample windows welcome trade winds, and there are ceiling fans along with air conditioner units in both bedrooms, as well as a smart TV, internet, and a gas grill. The well-reviewed host is across the street from the beach also provides snorkel gear, beach towels, beach chairs, and boogie boards. Nearby Haleiwa town is within walking distance and filled with food trucks, restaurants, unique shops, art galleries, and more.

Rating: 4.99