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- Traveling might not seem possible right now, but if you are daydreaming about warm weather and a stress-free vacation, there's perhaps no lovelier place to consider than Hawaii.
- Hawaii can be expensive, especially hotels. For an alternate option, we gathered some of the best-reviewed, affordable Airbnbs throughout the Hawaiian Islands priced between $98 and $249 with all the beach amenities you'd want.
- All are hosted by an Airbnb "Super Host," meaning listings are highly-rated and known to provide exceptional decor and service. Homes are located in or near major towns such as Honolulu, Haleiwa, Kailua-Kona, Hawi, Captain Cook, Kihei, Paia, Princeville, and Kapaa.
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From its beautiful beaches, scenic ridges, lush foliage, and double rainbows, to the endless supply of tropical fruits and water activities, Hawaii is an idyllic place to vacation. Popular too, in 2018, statistics from the Hawaii Tourism Authority reported a record-breaking 9,954,548 tourists traveled to the Hawaiian Islands.
Whenever I visit, which is as often as possible, I like to dig through my hotel or Airbnb options before choosing my accommodations. Hawaii has so much lodging to consider and many different islands and regions to visit, but many hotels are very expensive for basic, standard accommodations. You can easily spend over $500 per night for a typical double room in a name-brand resort.
I prefer a more individualized approach and usually select an Airbnb. There's a strong variety of homes that are infused with tons of local character, Hawaiian culture, and come with personable extras. They're also often priced far more cheaply than a hotel, and feel authentic and local. And while they might not come with sprawling resort grounds, they're often well-located near beaches and parks and are stocked with all the vacation amenities you might need.
Traveling to Maui and have your heart set on a hotel? Read our list of the best hotels in Maui.
If you're like me, you'll want to consider the following list of top Airbnb listings in Hawaii, selected based on the following criteria:
- The Airbnb listing is for the whole house or a private space. Many Hawaiian homes have an "Ohana" attached to it, which refers to an attached unit that is similar to a "mother-in-law" unit.
- The home is priced between $98 and $249 per night and highly rated with a 4.8 review score or higher and is clean, modern, stocked with vacation-friendly amenities, and offers a more unique experience than a hotel.
- The listing is hosted by an Airbnb "Super Host," meaning it is a highly-rated listing with an experienced host that tends to provide exceptional customer service.
- The Airbnb listings are located in or near the major towns or cities on islands such as Honolulu, Haleiwa, Kailua-Kona, Hawi, Captain Cook, Kihei, Paia, Princeville and Kapaa, for a diverse offering.
Keep reading to discover the best Airbnbs in Hawaii, sorted by price from low to high.
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