Very cool little spot to stay if you're visiting Hilo. Within walking distance to restaurants and shops around Hilo and right up the street from the farmers market. Owner was very nice and helpful.

she was really nice, it was nice place.

Clean, spacious, simple, easily walkable to many of the best restaurants and downtown fun. Private but hosts very accessible for questions. Great place for small families. Groups/friends traveling together should note that second bedroom has window into living area (closed by blinds) so not completely private.

Was a really comfortable stay and a really great spot in the centre of Hilo. Close to everything. The home was perfect for what we needed, very clean and Issa/Jess were very contactable and helpful. Would definitely recommend. Thanks again for a lovely stay! Aloha!

We've had a good time in Jess' appartement. Only two minutes from Hilo's farmers market and everything else. This place was clean and the communication was super easy. We'll definitely come back one day! Thank you!

It was a very decent place at a very decent price. It was super cozy and all the kitchen amenities were available. I would highly recommend this place.

Very handy apartment within walking distance of shops and restaurants

The older part of Hilo is not "gentrified" as some of the other older towns are. This apartment is just 3 blocks from the bay front park and the street and shops fronting the park. In that sense, it is an ideal location. The apartment provides a very clean and basic environment. The traffic can be quite noisy during the night, but if the windows are closed, it is not bad. However, if the windows are closed, the apartment can get very hot. This may have been addressed by the time you read this, but it might be worth addressing with the owner with regard to the current situation.

Kristie's home exceeded expectations and led to a very peaceful stay in Hilo. The night sounds were amazing and sleeping in the master, hearing the peaceful wildlife and awaking each morning to the stunning sea view was inspiring. We will stay here again when we come back to Hilo!!! Highly recommended.

This rental was exceptional, for both place and person. The place is a newly rennovated home a ~7 min drive from downtown Hilo in a private and safe neighborhood, with spectacular views of the bay (from both the living room and master bedroom). Super clean, open layout in common areas, perfect firmness King bed, new appliances… Best of all, Kristie is an extraordinary artist (painter) and examples of her work adorn many of the walls in the house. This place feels great to be in. Kristie’s studio is downstairs. She was delightful and eager to make our stay enjoyable. She succeeded. Highly recommended.

Loved our stay in Hilo at Kristie's Place!! Would recommend to everyone and will come back if we're ever in Hilo again :)

Awesome space to stay. Very clean and spacious. We had a wonderful time.

Kristie's "Art House" was truly just that. She is a gifted local artist and her works are there for you to enjoy! Very attentive host and the house was wonderful. Beds so comfy and the view fabulous! We even picked papaya to enjoy for breakfast. Close to UHHilo, found a great Mexican Restaurant (suggested by Kristie). Best Tamales I have ever had. Fairly central to everything on Hilo side. Loved it!

Has everything you would need to stay somewhere. Enjoyed having a car port since it rains a lot in Hilo. Edward and Lanessa responded quickly to messages I would send.

This ohana is on a one-acre property in front of Edward and Lanessa's home. Perfect place for my partner and our family. Comfortably fits 5-6 people with two beds (king and queen) and a pull out futon (full). Great location 5 minutes drive from downtown Hilo. Edward was very nice and helpful. Had great suggestions for things to do on the island. and gave us a bunch of fruit from the property. The king and queen bedrooms are Jane and Jack style (connected via doors on either ends of bathroom). Full four-burner stove and fridge/freezer. I would highly recommend this place if you're looking for a relaxing and comfortable getaway.

This 2 bedroom house/apt with kitchen and lovely bath is an excellent find in Hilo, Hawaii. It is a great location, great price, great kitchen and bath, great amenities and has a lovely at home feel. I would highly recommend this Big Island Ohana Home to anybody who needs a place in Hilo. Edward and Lanessa were the best.

Beautiful plantation style house. Close to everything and comfortable and clean. Will definitely. Be staying with them again if they will have us.

Great house and location. Maybe just over a mile to area restaurants and shopping. Very clean as well. I was really comfortable.

Awesome hosts! Check in and checkout were super easy. The house it totally what you think of as "Hawaiin plantation" style. Lots of windows with good air flow and natural light. They also provide lots of amenities in the house. We would definitely recommend staying here!

Loved the place!

I booked this home for three co-worker from our construction company to began working on a new job in Hilo. The place was quiet and comfortable for all three guys. This home was one of the few places I found three individual beds which was the top of my priority for these guys.

Loved everything about this place. Awesome vibe and awesome people!

We enjoyed our stay in Hilo. The view and whale watching was fantastic and Jake was very informative and helpful!

Really recommend this place. Jake & Andrea made us feel very welcome. And their dog is just the sweetest. The place is just a little rough around the edges, but if you don't mind that this is a great place to stay at. With breathtaking view to wake up to and a amazing shower.

The house was a short drive outside of Hilo, very close to everything we wanted to do. The view is great even at night you can see across the bay. Comfy bed, everything was clean and the outside deck was wonderful! Definitely would recommend

Pool and (hotels'm called bedding) was really good bed. If you like your personal space minute room there is a little open'm also a little uncomfortable. Doberman, Samson was very clever and complex. The host is very friendly and gave prepare a delicious morning coffee and pancakes. If you go to Hilo I would like to visit again.

Stay here! Highly recommended!

Jake and Andrea were very accommodating. We would definitely stay again

While this place is rough around the edges, Jake and his roommates were very friendly and gracious hosts. The view from the room is incredible, and the bathroom was clean. Overall, a reasonable budget option.

Stephanie is a great host and very accommodating! We had no problems as such staying there... We wished the room had better ventilation/air flow though. In the hot and humid July weather it can get pretty stuffy inside. Also the building is pretty run down... But Stephanie does mention that in the description.

Apartment was as expected and well located in Hilo. Parking was also a breeze. Thanks for a great stay!

Great place with all the necessary amenities. Host gave me great local recommendations that we otherwise would have missed. Mahalo!

We ended our tour of the Big Island in Hilo. We had a very nice time staying at Stephanie´s Ocean Retreat. It is situated in a perfect location, surrounded by beautiful parks,close to the city and to the beaches. The studio is nicely decorated, we found everything we needed and we cooked most of our meals. We would happily stay there again.

Great little place to stay. It has everything you need, small kitchen with fridge and microwave so a good way to get your own food done. The complex is a little run down, but the apartment in itself is spotless and renovated and really nicely decorated. Only downside is the lack of wifi. Wasn't too much of a problem for me though. Stephanie is just a great host. She gave me a lot of hints on what to do and responded almost instantly to every message I sent. I'd definitely recommend staying at this place and I will do so if I make it back one day. Thank you very much Stephanie!

Our visit was for five weeks. Stephanie's skills as a host are excellent. Although the building is in transition and somewhat worn down, the studio suited us well. It's nicely appointed with everything needed to prepare meals and to stay in comfort. Her manager is helpful and kind and the unit is clean. The best part is the location. Each morning we stepped out to the pool area and watched the sunrise on Hilo Bay. The building itself is located on the historic Banyan Drive and it is a short stroll to Coconut Island and a lovely Japanese garden. Several doors down is the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel which offers an upscale place to sit on the bay and drink coffee or have a cocktail. Old town is within walking distance, too. The city bus has a stop near the building, but to go farther a car is needed. If so, free parking at the site is available. We found the office personnel to be friendly and helpful. Thanks, Stephanie!

I really enjoyed my stay at Stephanie's apartment despite my being bed-bound due to a nasty cut on my foot. The apartment really had everything you'd ever need and Stephanie was very responsive to all communication. Missed the wifi but was prepared for it so brought lots of movies on my laptop :)

My wife and I enjoyed our stay. Easy to check in/check out at the front desk (Stephanie was away) and plenty of parking on premise. The property was clean and had plenty of space for us two. Close to downtown Hilo, many restaurants, and the ocean. Thanks Stephanie!

We liked the quiet neighborhood and loved the big kitchen, living room and bath. The place could very comfortably accommodate 4 people (we were 2). There was fresh fruit and water waiting for us. The kitchen and bath had all the basic necessities (including sunblock!) which is always great. We would definitely stay here again.

Perfect for our 10-day stay in Hilo! We were a family of 3 + mom. Rod is so nice and friendly, so responsive to our needs and maintains the place beautifully. He brought us a foldable futon for our 4.5 year-old daughter. Nick lives downstairs and is equally nice and available for anything. Starfruit and jabong trees for fresh fruit anytime, plus some bananas and mango upon arrival. Kitchen is spacious and well equipped, bathroom is large (counter space just a little tight), living room is roomy and the whole place has tons of windows and is light and airy. In town so easy access to restaurants and stores. Great value, very satisfied, highly recommend!

We stayed at Tammy's and Rodney's place 12/8-12/11 and it was great. Everything was exactly what they said and the fruits on the first day was a nice touch. Cute two bedroom place above where Rodney is staying so it always felt safe and he was always around in case we needed something. We were out touring all day and it was nice to come back and the porch light was on for us even though we left without turning it on. Highly recommended if you are in Hilo and want a place to stay.

The listing was accurate and the host provided nice fruit as a welcome present. The house was very nice and we liked it a lot. One thing we did not like is that someone came in without our permission while we were out (curtains we had closed were opened when we came back, but nothing seemed to be missing from our stuff). We were not OK with this. The house also has ants, so you have to be very careful. Overall, a nice experience, but not perfect.

Thank you to the Nekobas - the house was clean and comfortable. Location was very convenient. One minor wish list item is to have another mirror in the house - enjoyed the stay!

Room than we thought it was also spacious and comfortable

superb stay perfect Home comfortable accommodation I recommend

Comfortable, clean apartment with nice furniture and a fully functional kitchen. We could have stayed for weeks! It's in a big yard next to some forest. There is some street noise and the coquis are loud but generally a good night's sleep and a quiet Hawaii suburban-feeling neighborhood. Good breezes. Fresh fruit was a nice touch.

Pua's quiet, charming, comfortable 1BR was a great place to spend quiet evenings after spending time seeing the area. On the eight-mile scenic alternate to HI 19, it is close to Hilo, waterfalls, and a wonderful botanical garden. We spent three nights there, Pua kindly and quickly agreeing to the third after we wanted to extend our original two-night stay. Pua greeted us the first evening but we had the place to ourselves the entire time. It was a pleasure to stay there and I wouldn't hesitate to book Pua's place again next time I'm in Hilo.

Our stay in Hilo (Papaikuo) HI was made so much better with our host Pua's knowledge of the area. She directed us to many points of interest that we may not have found on our own. The view from our living room was like being in a tropical jungle. Banana trees, bread fruit tree, papaya, avocado, and many more trees and foliage on the property. This is not a high class hotel, but a lovely, quaint, open air cottage with a laid back feel to it. We greatly enjoyed our stay there and would love to return again in the future. Aloha Pua.

My dad and I stayed at Pua's place for 3 days. We really enjoyed staying there. Pua was a great host. She came to talk to us when we arrived and brought us fresh coffee beans and eggs from her own garden. She also offered us advice on where to visit. Her place is in the middle of the rainforest with a beautiful view of the forest. You could hear the birds, the rooster and the pigs. You can also walk to the ocean.

Delightful host who was very helpful

We had a truly wonderful stay in The Shrine. The space is beautiful, functional and welcoming -- somehow managing to feel homey and luxurious at the same time. Pua and her family are warm and generous hosts. My only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer!

I booked this for my husband and daughter when he was helping her with a move to the Big island. They said the place was perfect for the two of them, very spacious and comfortable and a great location for access to Hilo.

Pua is, by far, the most welcoming hostess I have ever had the pleasure of meeting through Airbnb. She took me on a lovely walk through her awesome jungle garden and I had the tastiest limes and bananas I've ever eaten. On top of all that, the cabin was perfect. The only heads up I would give someone is the bathroom is quite large and beautiful, but it's only separated from the main cabin by curtains. I visited with my boyfriend so we forgot what modesty looked like about 5 years ago and it worked just fine for our needs. And I really liked showering while looking at the jungle garden. Thank you, Pua!

Pua, Introduced herself with a big Hawaiian hug and Hawaiian smile! She was gracious and caring throughout our stay. The Buddhist shrine is a heck of a find! With the jungle in the backyard and Honolli'idown the street who could ask for more! Joy and I will come back again!

Jasper was a wonderful host, very accommodating - the type of host that makes Airbnb special and a better experience than an ordinary hotel. The attic room was simply enchanting. What a unique space! This inspired us to do the same thing with our attic at some point. We stayed here for 3 nights and would absolutely come back. Highly recommended!

Good location. Hosts were lovely and provided great insights to the city

A very asian/buddhist architecture right in the middle of Hilo downtown. There are no parking on premise but (free) street parking is available.

What an adorable community! The house was just lovely, with a great breeze streaming through the windows. We had 2 rainy days, but still had a great time sitting on the front porch with a beer and a book. The house was clean, the bed comfortable, and Jasper was very accommodating and helpful! Also, great location with wonderful restaurants (The Pineapple, across the street, is a MUST!) very close by. Recommended!

Jasper was very friendly and welcoming. He let us check in a bit early and helped us plan out our afternoon a bit. The room was large, clean, and comfortable, as pictured. It was nice being right in downtown - there is a great restaurant right across the street. The location is only a few minutes drive from Rainbow falls.

Great location in the center of Hilo, right next to the wonderful restaurant Pineapple's (try the haupia dessert -- made with coconut milk) and about a block from the Hilo Farmer's Market. The little courtyard this house is is really cute with tons of plants and little fish ponds; it feels like a getaway from the main street on which it's located. The room was just as lovely as pictured. We were also lucky enough to have the whole house to ourselves on the night we stayed there which was great as it's not that big and might be awkward to share with strangers (there is another guest room downstairs next to the only bathroom in the house). The host was very welcoming in checking us in although he did not respond to my text message about arrival time. He provided shampoo, conditioner, earplugs, and bug spray on request and was quite willing to chat about the local attractions and restaurants/bars to check out. There was also a local cat who hung around near the house the whole time and, although not particularly friendly, gave the place a homey feel.

We enjoyed the time here so much. The room is beautiful and clean, just like the pictures. At night you will hear the frogs sing like birds. It was quite relaxing. The location is great. Many restaurants are around. Make sure you visit Hilo Farmers Market on Wednesday and Friday, and the Tsunami museum.

Cozy room in great location within walking distance of everything downtown Hilo.

If this AirBnb is available for you to book GET IT! You won't be sorry. This is a great Airbnb in Hilo because it's so spacious and it has all the amenities you need. The washer and dryer being so accessible was a major selling point for me. I love having clean clothes on my trip and being able to fly home with a luggage full of clean clothes :) There is more than enough parking space. The backyard gives that relaxing laid back feel of the Big Island with the perfect touch of the outdoor hammock. Having so many beds was a huge plus too! I recommend this place for any family or group traveling to Hilo. Tips: Make sure your rental car is not low to the ground, my mid sized sedan scraped the bottom of driveway since it's a hill.

We enjoyed our stay at Melinda s. It was at a convenient location in a quiet setting. We met our neighbor on the first night and he was very nice Melinda had coffee and cookies for us which our friends really appreciated. Going to see the lava was only about 40minutes of a drive. We would certainly stay at Melinda s again next time in Hilo.

We had a great time at Hale Koa! We had a group of seven and there was plenty of space. It is a short 15-20 minute drive to downtown Hilo and beaches. The big back deck with grill and spacious backyard made it a perfect place to relax. The neighborhood was very quiet and restful. Thanks!

Melinda's house was conveniently located and is spacious, clean and just amazing! We had a great time and would definitely stay with her again should we ever find ourselves in Hawai'i again.

I definitely recommend staying here! Its such a lovely and comfortable home! Its family friendly which is amazing and Melinda is a great hostess. The neighbors are friendly. Its only 10 minutes away from where we needed to go.

Wonderful and relaxing place to stay. Great hale if you have a big ohana. We would definitely like to stay at the hale koa again.

Hale Koa was a perfect fit for our party of 6. We enjoyed the clean kitchen, the beautiful patio and the house in general. The washer and dryer was very useful as well, since we spent most of our time on the big island outdoors. Would definitely recommend!

We had a great time staying at this home. It was perfect for our family of 5. Great view perfect for early sunrise coffee! Awesome scenery with cool plants, hammock, and a basketball goal for the kids. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Melinda!!

There are so many positive reviews of Marlene's BnB for good reason. We have visited Hilo many times and this is definitely the go-to place to stay. It's amazing to find such a relaxing, quiet place so close to downtown Hilo. We look forward to staying with Marlene again.

Marlene was a wonderful host. We appreciate how flexible, expedient, and attentive she was to our needs. The house was lovely, the view from the porch was beautiful, and the location was so close to downtown Hilo. She greeted us and made us feel at home right away. Her house also features the quiet environment and high-speed internet we needed for audio recording and our work. My husband and I highly recommend. If we ever need a place to stay in Hilo, this is definitely where we will go.

A sweet spot...a great host.....worth checking out

Such a wonderful experience all the way around! The house was so cute, Marlene was more than gracious and full of helpful tips, the location was a mile from everywhere we wanted to be including places to eat, waterfalls, hiking trails and beaches. Would stay there again and would confidently recommend to friends!!

Marlene was a great host. She is very friendly and considerate. Breakfast was awesome. Very beautiful home and very comfortable. Thank you Marlene!

Nice neighborhood and location, close to downtown Hilo. Marlene is an awesome host. Breakfast & fruits are very good and she also provided a lot of insider tips on what to do in Hilo.

This is a beautiful house, the surrounding environment is really great, are all green plants and beautiful bird sounds. Homeowner Marlene is a very nice person, kind, friendly, warm. She prepared breakfast is also particularly good. This is a great experience.

Marlene's home couldn't have provided a better place to visit Hilo. Clean, bright sun (sometimes it rains) and a gracious host. Hilo is a close walk or bike ride away, but not too close, we got the best the night life had to offer and the quiet solitude of a historic neighborhood. I could picture anyone staying here for any reason as long is it was about visiting Hilo.