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| Hawaii: Cheap Lodging Oahu: We like the Seaside Hawaiian Hostel. It has private and same-gender dorm rooms, free breakfast and Internet, free snorkeling gear and beach mats, and it's located in the heart of Waikiki. Prices range from $21-39 pp and most of the dorm rooms have an en suite bathroom. Another smart choice is to rent a condo from a site like VRBO. We like this site because it is easy to navigate and it has great availability calendars. For Oahu, check out the Jurassic Park Condo. Keep in mind that you can save a ton of money on food costs because the condos will let you eat in for many meals. Maui: We didn't find a hostel we liked on Maui. (Disagree? Let us know here.) We elected to get a condo and again found a great one on VRBO. If you're going with a small group, you might also consider the Koa Resort. Big Island (Hawaii): One of our favorite places is the Hedonisia Backpacker Hostel, located on the eastern side of the island. The property is partially located in a volcano crater and is very lush and tropical. The Hedonisia offers a Volunteer for Work program where you can stay one night free for every 2.5 hours of project work around the property. Jobs range from gardening/landscaping and housekeeping to web work or massage therapy. There is a 3 night minimum for this program and the jobs vary, so be sure to check their website for the latest offerings. There are more private accommodations available as well, in the form of the Bamboo Hut and a private room in the Main House. For a truly unique option, consider the Jungle Bus. Keep in mind that the Volunteer program extends to the tent spaces only. Other perks: The owners will pick you up from the airport for a fee and free yoga practice sessions each morning. For a more traditional experience, try the Hilo Bay Hostel. Located downtown and within easy access to the ocean, Hilo Bay offers reasonably priced dorms (with double beds!) and private rooms. Lockers are free and there is a large kitchen for preparing food. A lounge and high-speed internet are also available. Prices start at $20 per person. If you want to stay near the Volcanoes National Park, consider the Pineapple Park-Volcano location. Dorm rooms (single and mixed genders) and private rooms are available along with a large kitchen and kayak rentals. Where is your favorite cheap place to stay in Hawaii? Tell us here! <<Hawaii Home Cheap Eats>> |
