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Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo.

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Hilo

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An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a garden and a building in the background.
A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a colorful rug. There is a door leading to another room with a bed and a lamp.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a toaster oven, a coffee maker, and a sink.
An open refrigerator with multiple shelves and a freezer compartment.
2 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Hilo Shopping Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Panaewa Rainforest Zoo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Hilo

City center stay.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Wailoa River State Park Hawaii and Wailoa River State Recreation Area. Hilo Shopping Center and University Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hilo Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wailoa River State Park Hawaii - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Panaewa Rainforest Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Big Island Candies - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ola Brew Hilo Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 100 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo.


This ground-floor unit is located in a conveniently situated two-story home in the heart of Hilo, within a pleasant and safe neighborhood. It's within walking or biking distance to most amenities in Hilo town.

Nestled on a private, low-traffic side street, the unit is removed from the noise of city life while still being centrally located to everything Hilo has to offer.

The spacious unit includes two bedrooms, a bathroom, a living room, and a kitchen. One bedroom features a double bed, while the other has a queen bed, both equipped with super comfortable, high-quality mattresses. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, although it does utilize a hot plate, a microwave, and a variety of cooking gadgets instead of a traditional range or oven.

On-site parking is available for one vehicle, with additional street parking just a short distance away.

Enjoy a private, nicely sized backyard that's perfect for barbecues or for sipping coffee and having meals in the covered back lanai. The yard is lined with fruit trees, including bananas, citrus, and pineapple.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Thoroughly wash all used utensils, pots, and silverware, dry, and put them back as you found them.
Leave all used towels in a pile on the bathroom floor
Please separate all recyclables and trash and place them in the designated bins located behind the white gate.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We kindly ask that you remove your outdoor shoes before entering the unit to help maintain a clean and comfortable living environment.
Kindly minimize the use of air conditioners and make sure to turn off all fans and ACs when not home

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GE-174-478-7456-02, TA-174-478-7456-02

Property is also known as

Home in the Heart of Hilo Hilo
Home in the Heart of Hilo Private vacation home
Home in the Heart of Hilo Private vacation home Hilo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi (7-min drive) away from the Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.4 mi (6-min drive) from Honoli'i Beach Park and 4.1 mi (11-min drive) from Onekahakaha Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. to downtown Hilo?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Hilo.

Discover a captivating home nestled in the vibrant heart of Hilo. Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jake c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

House had all the amenities we would want, communication with the host for a few items was great, we would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing visit

The Ohana spirit.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrell D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy spot

Nice location close to everything in Hilo town
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo

Very nice place
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Gail T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Not the best VRBO experience

This unit is a basement of a two story home and you can hear everything from the top story. The kitchen is really a kitchenette and does not have a range or dish washer. Important only if plan to cook. The listing indicated washer an dryer however you will be charged $8 ($5 for washing and $3 for drying) per load. Bit costly since never had to pay for laundry before. In addition the towels, sheets and pillows smelled of mildew. The owner did change them when notified. Owner promised to give free cleaning service since we were staying more than a week but was not able to fulfill.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

R V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo stay #2

This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed at this property. Owner is easy to work with and accommodating to arrival time. She made some nice upgrades since we were there the first time to make it even more comfortable. Location is more residential but perfect for what we needed. It’s also nice to have set parking spots so you do not need to park on the street since street parking would be difficult. Would stay there again!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

R V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo VRBO

It was a great location. Close to town and easy to get to. It was nice to have a dedicated parking spot and to have portable air conditioners in each bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021