Hotels in Hilo
If you are looking for a place to stay in Hilo and are passing through, a hotel is a good option. Keep in mind the option of vacation rentals though, especially if you want to use Hilo as a base to explore the surroundings including Puna and the Hamakua coast. If you are spending a few days in Hilo (or anywhere!), we really like to have a place that we really can call ‘home’. Below we list some of our favorite hotels in Hilo.
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
This Asian-style inn is located a few miles outside Hilo on the slopes of Mauna Kea. Its #1 selling point is that it has the spectacular Kulaniapia waterfalls on its property.
More information on their website.
Dolphin Bay Hotel
Just a short walk from downtown Hilo, Dolphin Bay Hotel offers comfortable accommodations at a reasonable price. They are a small hotel catering to those who want to get out and see Hawaii. They pride themselves on being the nicest small hotel in the Hilo area”. Lots of repeat visitors.
Arnott’s Lodge & Hiking Adventures
Sympathetic lodging with a range of accommodations from private bath, air-conditioned “en-suites” to backpacker dorms and tent spaces. They also organize a lot of activities and have negotiated large discounts for their guests on specialized tours.
Hilo Seaside Hotel
Good mid-range authentic hotel with a great location in Hilo. The Hilo Seaside Hotel has been locally owned and operated for over 50 years. This means that the hotel can feel a bit old-fashioned and quaint. However, great service and good value.
Uncle Billy’s Hawaiian Family Hotels
Not very glamorous, but good value for your money and a real family atmosphere. The hotel is slightly old but clean, and booking on-line often lands you a discount.
Uncle Billy’s Hilo has closed [Feb 2016]