Say aloha to Hilo, a town on the Big Island of Hawaii. The town is famous for the Wailuku River State Park where the Rainbow Falls (Waianuenue) and its colorful mist effects can be seen. Visit the Boiling Pots, a series of basalt-lava rock pools, located close by. South of the town, the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park offers beautiful rainforests, nestled among the active Mauna Loa and Kilauea volcanoes. Visitors can explore the Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo, the only zoo in the USA to be located within a rainforest, where 80 species of animals can be seen. Relax in the Lili’uokalani Park and Gardens with its restful Japanese gardens, or head to the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden close to the town. There is a wide selection of vacation rentals in Hilo, Hawaii, USA. Browse our top picks below.
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 07, 2024.
1. Newly remodeled home in Hilo (from USD 165)
This attractive and comfortable remodeled duplex home offers the feel of old Hawaii with all high-end amenities. There are covered lanais off each bedroom with sliding doors. A covered area on the grounds features a gas barbecue. The living area features a large flat-screen TV with Direct TV and there is free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The kitchen is all new and modern with all necessary appliances. Both bedrooms feature queen-size beds while the bathroom has a walk-in shower with six massage jets.
15.32 km (9.6 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
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"Paradise Found" was modern spotless and had everything we needed - a well appointed kitchen two comfortable bedrooms each having a small private lanai plenty of closet space and a super modern...The only negative is that the walls are thinThe kitchen had everything we needed great shower and we liked the carport parking next to the property (for when it rains)House is comfortable and has a nice back view to the mountainComfortable for our family of 4 during our stay in Hilo Clean quiet place close to Hilo town centerCleanliness:
Place was clean and the grounds were well cared for The locationThe washer and dryer are located in the other unit of this duplex which was a bit inconvenientHost:
Diane the owner is friendly helpful and knowledgeableDiane was super nice available to answer questions and really helpful overallDiane is a lovely personDiane was wonderful to communicate with and was a wonderful host during our stay She even invited us into her home (on the property) to watch the Super Bowl with a group of her friends from Hilo ...Friendly hosts can pick in-season fruits on the propertyRead more reviewsLocation:
It is also walking distance to downtown Hilo which is really niceFrom here u can get easy to the volcanoes or to the National volcano parkImagine a tropical garden setting and mountain views off a quiet road - all within walking distance of downtown HiloNice place well appointed great location--walking distance to old townVery Clean and neat Great view of the Mountains Walking distance to Downtown
2. The Lotus Garden: apartment in Downtown HIlo (from USD 161)
This studio apartment is located in the center of Hilo, close to the shops and restaurants. There is street parking outside. The apartment has a small sunroom and a mini fridge and it offers tea and coffee-making facilities. While there is no kitchen in the studio, restaurants are a few steps away. There is also Wi-Fi throughout. The apartment has a private entrance and it is in the garden courtyard of a private home and features a king-size bed. There are a private bathroom and an outdoor shower.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
16.29 km (10.2 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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no a/c but several fans that keep you coolit had an updated bathroom and several cute furnishings to finish the modern bali lookoverall a good stay with unique amenities (outdoor shower water feature)the outdoor shower and early morning coffee delivery were by far the best featuresi also loved the net canopy over the bedCleanliness:
very clean and stylish placeroom clean bed greatroom was good and cleanthe space was clean relaxing and comfortablethe space itself was clean and well-decoratedHost:
welcoming host with great recommendationsthe host was so sweet and friendlyshe was extremely friendly and was happy to chat and share local tipsmegan is a nice hostvery kind and offers outstanding hospitalityRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in downtown hiloi great location right in towncute and stylish space in a great locationfantastic location and beautiful guesthousea nice place located in hilo city centerMonthly discount: 40% off
3. Hale Kawehi Guesthouse (from USD 159)
Located in quaint Downtown Hilo, this guesthouse is a mixture of historical Hawaiian artifacts and it has a Polynesian feel. The property was built in the 1930s and it retains many of the original fixtures. There is wrap-around decking for outdoor relaxation and a beautiful garden. The large living area features a TV and there is also a TV in the den and bedroom. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The designer kitchen has everything necessary for cooking daily meals. The bedroom is air-conditioned and it offers a deluxe queen bed. There are one bathroom and one, half bath.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
16.94 km (10.6 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkAccommodates: 2
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- great fan (and ac) for the bedroomand the air conditioner unit in the bedroom was a fantastic touchthe bedroom was comfortable and cool with air conditioninggreat place it is very nice beatifull deck and great kitchen to cookthe bed and bedding were also top notch as wellCleanliness:
the whole house was very clean and nicenice clean large spaceit was clean great for cooking meals and relaxingeverything was clean and as described and the bed was comfortablethis home is spacious immaculately clean nicely furnished with lots of extrasHost:
the owner is very niceshe is an amazing hostthe host is very kind and responsivehost was very accommodating and easy to communicate withfriendly helpful host lives on premisesRead more reviewsLocation:
a great space close to downtown hilosuch a lovely place in the ideal hawaii locationit’s in he perfect location in hilo (2 minutes to rainbow falls 2 minutes to downtown)neat place lots of interesting hawaiian itemswe loved this place close to everything yet in a quiet neighborhood
4. Budget ocean-side studio condo
This quaint studio condo is located on beautiful Banyan Drive in Hilo, right on the beach with beautiful ocean and Mauna Kea views. The property is a five-minute drive from Hilo Bayfront and it is close to the airport. Beach towels, an umbrella, a beach mat, a chair and a cooler are provided for guests’ use. The living area features cable TV and an Internet connection. There is a basic kitchenette for cooking daily meals. Sleeping arrangements include a queen-size bed and an air mattress. The condo has one bathroom.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
16.97 km (10.6 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkTop guest reviews
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good cable and wifistephanie left us coffee nice attention everything would be perfect if there was air conditioningwe enjoyed the tv and wifi as wellwe wished the room had better ventilation/air flow thoughmissed the wifi but was prepared for it so brought lots of movies on my laptop :)Cleanliness:
clean and comfortablethe unit was very clean and comfortablethe room was clean and accurately describedit was clean and neatthe condo was very very clean and bed was very comfortableHost:
stephanie is also a very responsive hostfriendly staff and quietstephanie is just a great hoststephanie's skills as a host are excellentthe host was responsive communicative and genuineRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greatgreat little location near downtown hilothe location was great thoughwe loved the location and the pricegreat apartment in a central location
5. Beautiful studio found steps from the bay
This beautiful condo is close to the beaches, Bayfront and downtown Hilo with its shops and restaurants. The studio has a couch, dining table and a full-size bed and there is an outdoor area for relaxation. Guests have access to a swimming pool in the complex and the surrounding grounds are beautiful, with many tropical plants. The kitchen comes equipped with all necessary appliances and utensils for daily cooking.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
17.66 km (11.0 mi) from Akaka Falls State Park
6. Newly renovated apartment
This beautiful apartment has an ocean view and it is steps from the beach with easy access to downtown Hilo. Guests are welcome to use the swimming pool in the complex. Ideal for families, the apartment has a screened lanai and various children’s toys, books and booster seats for a hired vehicle. The living area features cable TV and there is a fully equipped kitchen. Sleeping arrangements include a king-size bed in the master bedroom, a double bed in the second bedroom and a sofa bed in the living area. There is one bathroom.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
18.67 km (11.6 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkTop guest reviews
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the beds were comfy and the balcony had a great view of the water and spectacular treesmy son enjoyed the roku netflix and fast wifithe air conditioning was a huge help since it can get very humidvery nice apartment with all the amenitiesbeautiful balcony to have a breakfast onCleanliness:
clean and modern spaceapartment was clean and comfortablecondo itself was very modern spotless clean with thoughtful touchescommunication throughout our stay was very good & unit was cleancomfortable large king-size bed and very clean unit with tons of extra towels and pillows and blanketsHost:
kekoa was an amazing hostwonderful host thank yougreat host with quick responses and accommodating for our babieshost is awesome responds very fast if you have any questionskekoa was awesome and very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
location is fantastic with great snorkeling just a few yards awaygood location and nice placeamazing location right on 4 mile beachwe really enjoyed the location this condo (close but not to close to downtown)stylish renovated condo amazing location close to everything you need
7. Newly renovated condo with river view
This lovely two-bedroom apartment is located on the top floor of a complex, within a walking distance of historic downtown Hilo. There is off-street parking and guests have access to a swimming pool in the complex. Overlooking the river, the air-conditioned condo has recently been renovated. The living area features cable TV and free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The kitchen comes well-equipped for daily cooking. The two bedrooms feature two beds, sleeping four guests, and there is one bathroom.
Hilo, Hawaii, United States
15.11 km (9.4 mi) from Akaka Falls State ParkAccommodates: 4
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we appreciated the air conditioner in the living roomcomfortable couch bedding and bedsthe only improvement area will be the air conditionerwe enjoyed the the updated apartment and the acvery comfortable with plenty of space and everything you could want in the kitchenCleanliness:
this place was clean and quietapartment is clean and largenice clean and quiet place to stayclean laundry room on propertyit was nice and clean with nice touches such as plush towels and nice hand soapsHost:
host is very responsivehe was very responsive to questions and helpfulnice locations kind host great facilitiesshadi was an amazing host and his property was as describedshadi was a great host he responded quickly to any enquiriesRead more reviewsLocation:
good location near downtowngreat location which is close to everythinggreat location and easy parkinggreat location close to everything you needthe location was good too
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