The Hawaiian Jungle Hangout is the best place I've ever stayed...ever. In some ways, this place is better than my house. The hangout is bigger than I anticipated, the parking spot is fantastic, the house is wonderfully decorated with all sorts of fun touches, and the soundtrack was something else.

I adored staying in the Hawaiian Jungle Hangout. The rainforest just speaks to me. I find it so peaceful, even if there is a lot of rain and a lot of chirping, croaking, and other animal evening noises.

We loved the hammocks on the lanai, the lazy suzan in the dining area with the incredible light fixture, the light up palm tree, the well stocked kitchen, the beach towels...flashlights...snorkel gear...umbrellas...and the list goes on and on.

Liz is a phenomenal hostess. She makes everything so easy and simple and so personal. I can't thank her enough for helping to make our vacation extra special. The time she spent talking to me on the phone and writing up a suggested plan for our time on the Hilo side of the big island was unexpected and so very thoughtful. I poured through the emails Liz sent and was so very glad and grateful to have them. From detailed information about local food to stores to activities, she provided it all.

The bed was comfortable, wifi responsive, air conditioner worked wonderfully, water pressure and temperature were great, washer and dryer functioned beautifully, and everything was spotlessly clean.

You won't regret one single second you spend at the Hawaiian Jungle Hangout. I wish our entire Big Island adventure had the Hangout as our lodging.

(And, if you like Mexican food, make sure to go to Luquin's Mexican food in Pahoa for some tasty grub. We're from Texas and we loved it.)