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Top Hilo Hotel Reviews

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

8/10 Good
"We were offered reusable water bottle that we did use and take with us, the restaurant /bar closed too early for us to get back for a nightcap after dinner in town so we didn't use our "free drink coupons" but nice touch. great view from our balcony, check in staff/front desk/bell person all helpful. the property seems a bit "worn" but oh, those views.....easy parking for our rental car."
Patricia 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

8/10 Good
"Food at the restaurant was very good! Room was in need of a redo(bathroom). One of The elevators was down for the first 2 days of are stay, but we still enjoyed are stay."
Ron 4-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

8/10 Good
"This is an older hotel, no a/c or elevator, still uses keys, looks beat down from the hallway. Nice clean pool and direct access to some lava rock tide pools. TBH the view of the bay and the sound of the waves made it worth it- but I’d sleep in my car for that sound! Microwave and fridge came in handy. A low cost option for Hilo."
Heidi 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
SCP Hilo Hotel

SCP Hilo Hotel

8/10 Good
"The SCP Hilo is a cute motel with a nice lobby and pool area. The staff are amazing-helpful and kind. The fitness area just has two Peloton bikes which is not great for those of us who don’t like biking, but I knew this before making a reservation. The bikes and paddle boards available for guests is a nice touch. The room itself is quite basic and a little small for more than two people, but it was comfortable."
Katherine 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
SCP Hilo Hotel
Howzit Hostels Hawaii

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

10/10 Excellent
"The Staff were kind and helpful. Eva and Joey made you feel safe and welcomed and very helpful. good energy and clean kitchen and property."
Jack-Richard 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Howzit Hostels Hawaii
Arnott's Lodge

Arnott's Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"I enjoyed how big the rooms were."
Ginelle 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Arnott's Lodge
Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach

Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Host was very responsive, property was very comfy and remarkably equipped for our family stay. We hope to be back in November and possibly April of next year! Thank you for such a seamless experience. One suggestion, a monthly or bi-monthly pest treatment for the beetles would be a well spent effort. But it didn’t stop us from enjoying the home. We’re from here and are used to it."
Marla B. 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach
Hilltop Vacation Rental

Hilltop Vacation Rental

10/10 Excellent
"Quaint and basic"
Bill 4-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hilltop Vacation Rental
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

10/10 Excellent
"No A/C. If that’s a deal breaker, look elsewhere. Otherwise a nice stay. Attentive hosts."
Raymond 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

Find out more about Hilo

Accommodation in Hilo

Hilo is a family-friendly neighbourhood that's popular for its restaurants. The neighbourhood has many charming qualities, its friendly people among the more noteworthy. Outdoor settings, such as the sea, beaches, and gardens, attract many visitors. Hilo's hotels make a great home base for venturing out into the greater Hilo area.

Sightseeing around Hilo

Attractions like Mokupapapa Discovery Center, East Hawaii Cultural Center, and Pacific Tsunami Museum can be part of your cultural tour. Notable landmarks include Naha Stone, St. Joseph Catholic Church, and Liliʻuokalani Park. Create some family memories at Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, and Onomea Tea Company Estate.

You can get some shopping done while you're here, or take part in any number of other activities. Onekahakaha Beach Park, Richardson's Ocean Park, and Hakalau Beach Park are a few spots to soak up some sunshine. You can spend a leisurely afternoon outside at Kalakaua Park, Lincoln Park, or Gilbert Carvalho Park. A shopping trip to Hilo Farmers Market and Hilo Shopping Center might be just what you need for some retail therapy. If you've got some more time, you won't be disappointed by Banyan Golf Course, Naniloa Country Club, and Port of Hilo.

Don't miss some of the area's most popular attractions, such as University of Hawaii at Hilo, Lyman Museum, and Imiloa Astronomy Center. Palace Theater, Wailoa River State Park Hawaii, and Rainbow Falls are also favourite places to visit.

Getting around Hilo

At 6.1 km (3.8 miles), Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) is the closest major airport to Hilo. You can also fly in and out of Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.), which is located 99 km (61.5 miles) away.

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