Best Hotels in Hilo

Explore Hilo from hotels near iconic landmarks, popular shopping streets, and top dining spots.

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
7.8 (118 reviews)

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham ★★★★

📍 71 Banyan Dr, Hilo

"Delightful hotel in a prime location: surrounded on a peninsula of sorts by lagoons/“ponds” filled with wildlife like herons, turtles, and fish. Each morning there are people fishing and enjoying the park next door and the pool is situated to enjoy all of this beauty. The rooms are basic and dated but you have what you need and if you have a relaxed Hilo mindset you’ll probably enjoy the 60s tropical vibe as much as we did! Very basic continental breakfast (bread and fruit only), but an okay-looking restaurant on site. There is also a small party/liquor store and a gift shop. Advice on how to make your experience feel like a resort: - book room 416 or something around there: one with a balcony in the Oceanside. - grab some meats and cheeses from the supermarket and if you can, hard boiled eggs or the like to supplement your breakfasts (there’s a fridge in your room and you can put your continental breakfast from the hotel in a To Go container that you re use each day). -get up early each day to have breakfast in the balcony and enjoy your view a couple hours before the day’s activities. So special and relaxing!"

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
9.1 (51 reviews)

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls ★★★

📍 100 Kulaniapia Dr, Hilo

"A paradise hidden in the mysterious canyon named Kulaniapia Falls"

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
7.9 (72 reviews)

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel ★★★

📍 175 Banyan Dr, Hilo

"Hotels in this area are generally overpriced. You're paying for a four or five-star hotel, but the quality is more like a low-budget guesthouse from back in the day in China."

Howzit Hostels Hawaii
9.0 (67 reviews)

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

📍 107 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo

"The location is excellent, in the town center, with many restaurants and supermarkets nearby. It's convenient for visiting the volcano and close to the airport. Cleanliness, at least superficially, seems acceptable. Breakfast ends around 8:00 or 8:30, consisting of chocolate waffles and coffee… Is there a deposit for check-in? All credit card information was manually entered, which was a first for me and made me very uneasy afterwards. My security code was also specifically verified… I suggest checking if cash is available."

Grand Naniloa Hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton
7.5 (195 reviews)

Grand Naniloa Hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton ★★★★

📍 93 Banyan Dr, Hilo

"The worst Hilton ever, I'd say worse than hopeless. Avoid this terrible hotel."

Hilo Bay Oceanfront Bed and Breakfast
9.4 (75 reviews)

Hilo Bay Oceanfront Bed and Breakfast ★★★

📍 56 Pukihae St, Hilo

"The most disappointing accommodation in this trip. I checked in late and it took me a long time to call the receptionist. The room has no air conditioning and the breakfast is not delicious. It is said to have a sea view, but the location is close and the sea cannot be seen in the room. There is no place to have breakfast. As you can see, the appearance of the room looks good in the picture, but from a close look it lacks maintenance and is unpopular. Booked based on ratings, not reliable."

Scp Hilo Hotel
8.1 (112 reviews)

Scp Hilo Hotel ★★★

📍 126 Banyan Way, Hilo

"The hotel itself is better than expected; You can tell that they went through a massive renovation in order to give a chill vibes based stay (on the outside). Inside of the room, it’s definitely an old hotel… I liked the furniture, but the windows were too open for my liking (you get the feeling that anyone can look into your room); Not as much of an issue since we used the curtains! The bath towels were covered in hair (ranging from long strands to tiny ***** pieces) which I found to be disgusting. The staff were more than willing to switch out the towels (there was still hair on them but a little dusting off mainly did the job). There was tiny ***** hair pieces in the bathtub as well, but I washed them down the drain so no biggie. The main issue that I had with this stay was that you could hear everything that was going on in rooms next door or outside. We heard loud screaming and fighting into the early ams, and it took a while for them to stop. This is not the hotel’s fault, but if you do stay here, keep in mind that the rooms aren’t very spacious, you can hear everything, and there might be hair in your towels. Overall, I really loved staying here and found it to be quite charming. The view in front of the hotel is INSANE. Though I listed negative traits about this hotel, I feel that it’s important to give some transparency to readers of this review. Mostly everyone goes into a hotel thinking that it’s 1000% clean and perfect. However, for me, the negative reviews are what I look for so that I know what to expect. You will definitely love the vibes and views this hotel has to offer, as well as the friendliness of the staff who worlds here."

Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures
9.0 (106 reviews)

Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures ★★

📍 98 Apapane Rd, Hilo

"It's convenient to go to the beach and the environment is nice."

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2Brcondo
9.4 (13 reviews)

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2Brcondo ★★★★

📍 101 Aupuni St, Hilo

Guest Reviews for Hilo Hotels

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Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham ★★★★
"Even though we only stayed one night at Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel before an early flight, the experience was lovely and a clear standout compared to other nearby options. Our room was more affordable than the one we had at SCP, yet it was significantly more spacious, clean, and comfortable. We even had a private balcony, which added a really nice touch. The setting was serene, surrounded by beautiful banyan trees and with easy access to walking paths along the ocean. The atmosphere was peaceful and welcoming! perfect for a restful night before travel. I wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy more of what the property had to offer. Highly recommend it if you're staying in Hilo."
★★★★★
2025-04-18
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Xiaoandongni

Traveling with friends
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls ★★★
"A paradise hidden in the mysterious canyon named Kulaniapia Falls"
★★★★★
2026-04-10
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Family
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel ★★★
"They offer free luggage storage if you arrive early, which is a plus. The downside is that the room is very old and there's no air conditioning. It was incredibly hot when I visited in late June. I had to keep the curtains drawn during the day and leave the door open to cool down and get some air circulation."
★★★★★
2026-06-28
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Ruby2026

Solo traveler
Howzit Hostels Hawaii ★
"Very good youth hostel, stayed for 11 nights. No deposit required. Met friends from all over the world who came here to travel, and had a great time communicating. The hostel's kitchen is good, and I cooked many delicious dishes. I highly recommend it."
★★★★★
2025-01-15
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lovekeroro

Traveling with friends
Grand Naniloa Hotel, a Doubletree by Hilton ★★★★
"Awesome! A truly terrible experience. The elevator was constantly broken, forcing us to use the stairs. The rooms were old and outdated. There was no assistance with luggage (not sure if a hotel of this level even offers this?), no room cleaning (they said they asked me when I checked in, but my friend and I are certain they didn't ask). Not even a smile of welcome was offered. It was almost 11 pm and we couldn't order food from the hotel. I ate my own pizza in the lobby, but the staff told me I couldn't eat my own food. I couldn't even order drinks from my own food, and they even called security to remove us. (The staff member later explained that their policy is that food is allowed after 10:30 PM, but she probably didn't realize it was almost 11 PM when I ate.) I asked her to produce the rules, but she refused, saying her rules are the rules. And it's okay for white people to eat their own McDonald's. I can't imagine how a hotel full of tourists could be so unreasonable and arrogant. I complained to Hilton, and they told me they would let the hotel handle it. I didn't receive any further inquiries or responses for several days."
★☆☆☆☆
2025-10-13
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ssrsdzry

Traveling with friends
Hilo Bay Oceanfront Bed and Breakfast ★★★
"The most disappointing accommodation in this trip. I checked in late and it took me a long time to call the receptionist. The room has no air conditioning and the breakfast is not delicious. It is said to have a sea view, but the location is close and the sea cannot be seen in the room. There is no place to have breakfast. As you can see, the appearance of the room looks good in the picture, but from a close look it lacks maintenance and is unpopular. Booked based on ratings, not reliable."
★★★★★
2024-06-23
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Family
Scp Hilo Hotel ★★★
"Stayed for two nights in Hilo during our self-driving trip around the Big Island with my daughter. The hotel has charming scenery, and the front desk staff were very enthusiastic and helpful. There's also free parking available in the adjacent lot. Overall, the room was good. Definitely recommend it."
★★★★★
2026-03-17
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Family
Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures ★★
"Not very recommended. Basically just a place to sleep. Because the trip was in a hurry, there were no options. It is recommended that you book in advance as there will be more and better hotels."
★★★★★
2025-01-04
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Other
Aaron’s Cottage ★★
"The room has a rural style, but the sound insulation is not good. The frog outside the window accompanied me all night."
★★★★★
2025-02-01

Hilo Travel Information

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120V/Type A/B

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Exchange Rate

1 NZD ≈ 0.59 USD

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Cards/ApplePay/Cash

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Verizon/AT&T/T-Mobile

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Current Weather

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Number of reviews

1,817

Total properties

64

Weekday Avg. Price

NZD 510

Weekend Avg. Price

NZD 510

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Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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