Hilo is famous for the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation, which is the largest producer and exporter of macadamia nuts in the world. Hilo, like the rest of Hawaii, is filled with waterfalls and rainforests. The flora and fauna on the island are so lush thanks to the heavy rainfall it receives. In fact, it’s considered to be the wettest city in the country. Bustling with plenty of exciting things to do and places to visit such as the Liliuokalani Park and Gardens, Lyman Museum and Mission House, and the Imiloa Astronomy Center, the place is a treasure trove for tourists from all over the globe. The Tsunami museum that documents the devastation that hit in 1946 and again in 1960 is also worth visiting. For a comfortable stay here, keep reading to find out about the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Hilo, Hawaii.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Lovely condo with a shared pool (from USD 87)
This condo is a labour of love and rests in the midst of scenic mountains and lush greenery of the Big Island. The one-bedroom rental comes fitted with a cosy bed, ensuring a good night’s rest.
You can soak in the breathtaking sights of the majestic ocean while savouring delicious meals on the patio. There is an outdoor griller should you want to get that barbeque party started. The shared pool lets you rejuvenate with refreshing laps after a long day of exploration.
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bed and sofa are comfortable plenty of towels and linensCleanliness:
the apartment is clean well stocked and thoughtfully decoratedthe apartment was clean and equipped with everything we neededthe condo comes equipped with great amenities and was very clean and stylishgreat views wonderful spacious clean home perfect location for swimming and surfingHost:
excellent view and location kathleen was a very nice host as wellkathleen and abigail were both very responsive and pleasantRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatthis is a perfect place to stay in hiloclose to all the beast beaches of hilo and a beautiful view kathleen responded quickly to questionsthis is a great place to stay in hilo
2. The Botanist (from USD 102)
Nestled in a neighbourhood where farmers reside, this secluded house enjoys a peaceful location and is away from all the hubbub. The place is impeccably designed with exquisite decor and furnishings that will appeal to the tastes of even the most discerning guest.
The orchard home has a bathtub where you can relax with a leisurely bath after a tiring day of travel. An internet connection lets you post pictures of the Airbnb on your socials. Make yourself a nice sandwich and tea in the kitchen before hopping out to sightsee.
Free car parking facilities are available on the premises for guests visiting in a car.
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like others have mentioned the wi-fi is a hotspot so it’s not too fastalso when showering you’d only have super cold water and really hot water no in betweenat night we got a lil too warm even using the little fan providedi found that placing the wifi (cell phone) router in the windowsill ensured the best serviceCleanliness:
property was pretty and the house cleankitchen and bathroom were clean and new and the bed was comfythe boxcar is cool and well designed clean and neatly organizedvery clean and perfectly close to hiloHost:
colton was a great host very responsive and accommodatingcolton was helpful and quick to respond to any of my questionshost was easily reached and responds quicklycolton was responsive and told us if any of his co-workers would be on propertygreat host - 10 out of 10Read more reviewsLocation:
super convenient location really close to airport and grocery storesbeautiful location next to towngreat staycation location for my wife and ibeautiful property in a great locationit’s very quiet and peaceful and it’s a very close drive to restaurants and stores
3. Cute and cosy studio for two
Of all the many places to rent in Hilo, this studio apartment for two guests which was built in 1926, makes for a great stay. This vacation rental has a simple kitchen area with a few basics - a mini-fridge, skillet, toaster, microwave, and coffee maker. Open the windows and you’ll be able to enjoy the cool sea breeze. It’s located right on Hilo Bay so you can enjoy the water and walk only a short distance to the restaurants, shops, and a museum. The area has great security so you never have to worry about safety.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
15.96 km (10.0 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkAccommodates: 2
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a bit warm without ac but we were comfortable with the fans running and windows openit is small but comfortable and we were out most of the timeCleanliness:
very clean space and comfortablebut everything was clean and goodthe room was extremely clean bathroom as wellvery easy check-in process with a clean private room and bathroomthe apartment is simple and clean with a microwave and refrigeratorHost:
delbert was a great hostour host was very nice and accommodatingdelbert is a great hostimmediately greeted by the hosts who were very friendly and accommodatingvery nice and kindness ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location in the middle of downtowngreat location in downtown hilogreat location easy to access downtown hilothe location is good and within walking distance of many attractionsgood location in middle of town
4. Ocean-view estate for 10 guests (from USD 436)
While in Hilo, this vacation rental which is a stunning ocean-view property, is a fun place to stay. It is so large (20 acres or 8 hectares) that you couldn’t possibly be interrupted by neighbours even if you tried. It is a beautiful home, designed by an architect and includes a private waterfall with a natural swimming pool on premises and an orchard lined with fruit trees ready for picking. At night, you can gaze up at the stars which shine brightly in the absence of the light pollution from the city. It has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, able to sleep up to 10 guests.
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furniture is nice and comfortablewe spent a lot of time relaxing and enjoying the great views even the passing showers provided entertainmentand the kitchen is great for a group to work inCleanliness:
the house and the grounds were sparkling clean and check in/out could not have been eaisierfabulous clean spacious and relaxing property with beautiful ground (waterfalls and lovely fruit trees)Host:
the owner robert is great and provides prompt informative emails and responsesthey were always prompt to reply and friendlyplace was beautiful robert was so accommodating and friendly and hooked up our girls trip thank you againRead more reviewsLocation:
it's really a special place and we wish we could have stayed a few days longeri couldn't have imagined a more beautiful location to host my very first retreat
5. Spacious abode for two guests (from USD 169)
When you are planning a vacation in Hilo, Hawaii, this Airbnb can be considered for a stay. This is a spacious vacation rental located on a large property. It comes with a private entrance, bathroom, and a deck that looks out over the valley, a waterfall, and a pond. There is a gazebo with a barbecue grill available for use but is shared with guests from other units. The rooms themselves have hardwood floors that match the furniture as well as the white walls. There is a comfortable queen-sized bed and lounge areas, plus, extra pillows are available.
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wonderful fresh fruit and coffee for breakfastvery nice stylish room with a beautiful yard and viewthe rooms are spectacular the views are top notch and the breakfasts are superbthe view from the terrace is amazing and the breakfast super deliciousespecially nice to have coffee and breakfast each morningCleanliness:
everything was very cleangreat space clean and tastefully designedincredibly clean open and stylisheverything was super clean and so well decoratedroom was clean open and relaxingHost:
lovely place and nice hostcody and his family were outstanding hostscody is a very accommodating and friendly host toocody is a fantastic host and the spaces are wonderfulcody was super helpful and communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was also goodthe location was great so close to town but still so secluded and peacefullocation is a couple of minutes drive from hilo pretty convenientsituated in a beautiful location with lush vegetation and a small waterfallit felt like getting close to nature with the comfort of being nearby town
6. Cozy and quiet room (from USD 42)
This Airbnb in the Big Island of Hilo has one bedroom and one bathroom and thus is ideal for two guests. It has very minimalistic but functional furniture that is sure to make your stay comfortable. The hosts provide SUV rental only for those 25 or older. Plus, a local photographer can be arranged to help you preserve memories of your trip and, of course, update your social media. The bathroom and kitchen are shared areas so please be considerate when using them. Beach equipment like bicycles, snorkels, and surfboards are all available for use.
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there’s a fully equipped kitchen and a shared bathroombig kitchen nice common living roomCleanliness:
clean room is spaciousroom clean and as describedthe place is really nice clean and convenientour room was very clean and had great decorating touchesthe place is clean and has everything you needHost:
awesome host awesome housekeeper awesome roomamazing place with super hostsgustavo is the best host i've ever hadthe host and the caretaker of the house are very friendly peoplewe didn’t meet gustavo but there were other very friendly hosts who checked us inRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to everything in hilogreat location central to the island's best attractionsa great place right in the middle of towngreat location and really friendly hostsgreat place and very convenient for down town hilo stays
7. Private room in a house for one (from USD 53)
Located only 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) from Hilo International Airport, this Airbnb vacation rental is a private room in a house. It is a small but cosy space complete with minimalistic furniture and all the essentials. Everything you might need is located within walking or biking distance. Because of its proximity to the forest, the neighbourhood is quite alive at night. There is an option for discounted car rental so please contact the host for further details.
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fantastic coffee breakfast offeredthe fan at the window in the bedroom brought cool air for better sleepher coffee and breakfast was nicedonna makes great coffee and serves a light healthy breakfasti enjoyed lovely breakfasts and delicious coffeeCleanliness:
great and clean place to stayclean room and good valueit’s a clean spacedonnas space was great clean spacious and privatedonna offers a clean spacious apartment on the second floor of her houseHost:
she was very gracious hostsolo female traveler friendlythe host is very kindshe is great to hang out with and also an excellent hostdonna is a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in the heart of hilo walking distance from historic downtown and bayfronta nice place near downtowntown is an easy 15 walk or 3 minute bike ridethe location was perfect for me close to beach park shopping and restaurantslocation was perfect for my stay
8. Pacific hideaway
This Airbnb vacation rental is a studio apartment located in the centre of town and is only 1 mile (1.6 kilometres) from Hilo Bay. The main highlight of this accommodation is the lanai that overlooks the pool. The kitchen area is also quite stunning - everything you need is artistically arranged on shelves serving as both functional and stylish, just like it was out of a lifestyle magazine. Beach equipment will be provided by the hosts, as well as WiFi and a smart TV. It can sleep up to three guests.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
17.62 km (11.0 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkTop guest reviews
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as we arrived at the condo the ac was on and the cozy apartment was perfectlovely balcony overlooking the communal pool a great spot to enjoy breakfast with the little green gekkosthe place has a lovely quiet terrace with a view to the swimming poolthe tv had roku box so it was easy to connect my phone and play youtube on itthere was a full kitchen and it was so cute you could help yourself to coffee or teaCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablerecently renovated clean and freshrecommend this clean house to other guestthe inside is extremely clean and well decorateda lovely modern clean and stylish apartment with everything you could need for your stayHost:
tara was the perfect hosttara is an awesome host and provided us with more than we neededgreat hospitality and super responsive tara’s place is amazingpros: she was very kind and easy to communicatetara was a responsive host and the kitchen had everything i neededRead more reviewsLocation:
cute place there were even snorkeling gears in the housealso a great location to everything pool is also a great plussuper close to everything around hilo and around downtown and had everything you needsuper close to downtown and overall a great place to stay for vacationtara's place was wonderful it is super cute inside and close to a lot of stuff
9. Two-bedroom apartment in Hilo
This Airbnb vacation rental is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment. It has an open layout with bright white walls and complimentary furniture which makes the space feel very spacious and welcoming. The kitchen is well-equipped so you can cook to your heart’s desire. The bathroom is of a large size and comes with a bathtub. Everything you might need is a short walk away: the bay, the shops, the restaurants, and the bars. The hosts are pleased to inform you that it is a sustainable home with a reduced carbon footprint.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
15.1 km (9.4 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkTop guest reviews
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especially fan bulb on the table electrical switch etcwonderful atmosphere tons of light airy rooms very comfortable with fans and open windowscomfy beds good amenitiesi especially appreciated how well-stocked and environmentally-conscious the kitchen wasthe beds were comfy and the travel crib was useful for our 2 year oldCleanliness:
very clean and lovely placeclean charm great valuethe accommodation is clean and tidythe place is overall clean and well decoratedthe house is very nice and clean and she left everything we could needHost:
thank you to the ownersthe hosts were so helpful and kinddanielle was a great host we enjoyed her hospitality in hiloshe is very kind and helpfulthey were responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
cute little house within walking distance to downtowneasy walking distance into hilobeautiful home close to downtown hilogreat location in hilo - a short walk to downtown and the farmer's marketbeautiful house in a great location
10. Condo with ocean view
This Airbnb vacation rental is a studio apartment for two guests. It is only a short distance from the ocean and thus has great views of Hilo Bay. From the balcony, you can watch humpback whales breaching in the winters. It is also walking distance to Liliuokalani Park, Reeds Bay, and Coconut Island. There is a pool available for use (shared with other guests) and free parking on site.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
16.33 km (10.2 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkTop guest reviews
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very good wifi and tvthe room with ocean view is awesomegorgeous balcony views nice bed huge tv pretty insideamazing view great host/communication room photos accuratecooled by fans air conditioning removed humidity but not heat but the fans were okCleanliness:
the condo is spacious and was spotlessly cleanit was very clean and neat inside toovery clean space and the bed was amazingly comfortablethe flat was very nice and cleanwe enjoyed staying at paul's small but attractive and clean placeHost:
paul and andrea are great hostspaul and andrea were very helpfulpaul and andrea are perfect hostspaul and andrea answered all of my questions immediately and were great hostspaul was very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is goodlocation is greatthe location was good toothe location is also great - a few minutes from the airport and downtown hiloan amazing location up high and right on the bay
11. Recently remodelled condo for two guests with ocean view
This Airbnb vacation rental is a condominium for two guests. It has one bedroom and one bathroom and is located near the ocean with stunning views of the water. Everything you use will have a great view of the ocean, from the elevator to the pool. It was built in 1969 and was recently remodelled. There are free parking in the premises.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
16.77 km (10.5 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkTop guest reviews
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great views from a very nice air conditioned roomthere is also no comfortable chair couch or love seat to sit inwe enjoyed coffee and breakfast there and the sunrise every morningi would recommend the apartment and the balcony is gorgeousthe room was nice with a view of the harborCleanliness:
sparkling clean house with 65 inches tvclean and simple on the interiorthe condo is very clean and comfortablevery nice updated clean spacevery comfortable and clean spaceHost:
the host was a great communicatorgood information provided by hostpaul was an awesome and flexible hostthanks for being a great hostthank you for hosting usRead more reviewsLocation:
this condo is in a great locationthe location is good and there is a nice park on the side to take a walkthe location is within walking distance to very good restaurants and a couple of parksit was a great location walkable (30 min) to downtown hilo or just a short drivein a cute neighborhood with gardens and walkable from a few restaurants
12. Plantation home immersed in nature
This Airbnb vacation rental is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom plantation home that blends well into the forest. It is surrounded by water, with a river on one side and a stream on the other. In all, it makes you feel like you’re a part of nature. It’s quite close to the Rainbow Falls and the Boiling Pots, and downtown is only a short walk away. You’ll find the stay to be quite comfortable, with blackout blinds in the master bedroom. You can also borrow beach and lounge equipment if required.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
15.61 km (9.7 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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comfortable room and a nice house with a balcony opening up to the backshe provided a lovely breakfast of coffee muffins and fruiti enjoyed our time at marlene's and the breakfast is includedcomfortable queen bed in a nice roommarlene is so helpful and giving from breakfasts to local tips and moreCleanliness:
the shared bath was clean and had separate towels for us to usenice place clean and reliablethe house and room are clean and charmingly decorated with lots of lovely touchesthis place is really nice everything is very cleanwonderful space very clean room and great location to see hilo marlene is very kind and a great hostHost:
lovely home and wonderful hostthe host was very kind and lovelymarlene is a wonderful hostmarlene was a gracious hostmarlene was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is in a beautiful neighborhood right next to downtownwonderful location in a beautiful tropical neighbourhood ten minutes walk from downtownvery easy walk to downtown hilothe location is private yet very close to all things hilo and is greatvery hospitable great location nice breakfast
Enjoy Hilo
Whether you’re here for the sights or for the activities, you’re sure to have your fill of fun. Hilo is a lovely city with a rich heritage that is sure to leave you wanting more.
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