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Howzit Hostels Hawaii

1.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Hilo hostel

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a sandy beach.
Two people cooking on a griddle, with a patterned wall and kitchenware in the background.
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A staircase leading to a reception area with a desk, two framed windows, and a ceiling fan.
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, a green patterned rug, a grey bean bag, a white coffee table, a grey sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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101 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI, 96720
  • Place, Kalakaua Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Tsunami Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilo Farmers Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a patterned rug, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOM

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

QUADRUPLE DELUXE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Hilo

In Hilo .With a stay at this Hilo hostel, you'll be steps from Kalakaua Park and East Hawaii Cultural Center. Hamakua Heritage Corridor and Mokupapapa Discovery Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • East Hawaii Cultural Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kalakaua Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pacific Tsunami Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palace Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Pesto Hilo Bay - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Temple Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Hilo hostel
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Hilo hostel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
Howzit Hostels Hawaii offers 11 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This Hilo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 40 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Laptop workspace
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 64.88 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within the same city as the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within the same city as the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TA-196-815-9232-01, GE-196-815-9232-01, 230050110000

Property is also known as

Howzit Hostels Hilo
Howzit Hostels Hawai
Howzit Hostels Hawaii Hilo
Howzit Hostels Hawaii Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Howzit Hostels Hawaii Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hilo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Howzit Hostels Hawaii to the airport?

Howzit Hostels Hawaii is 4.7 mi (9-min drive) away from the Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Howzit Hostels Hawaii?

As of Jul 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howzit Hostels Hawaii on Jul 19, 2026 start from CA $139, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Howzit Hostels Hawaii have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Howzit Hostels Hawaii.

How close is Howzit Hostels Hawaii to the beach?

This hostel is 2.1 mi (4-min drive) from Honoli'i Beach Park and 3.8 mi (13-min drive) from Onekahakaha Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Howzit Hostels Hawaii offer free breakfast?

Howzit Hostels Hawaii offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Howzit Hostels Hawaii?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Howzit Hostels Hawaii?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Howzit Hostels Hawaii?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Howzit Hostels Hawaii have a pool?

Howzit Hostels Hawaii does not have a pool.

Does Howzit Hostels Hawaii have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Howzit Hostels Hawaii to downtown Hilo?

Howzit Hostels Hawaii is 1.3 mi away from Hilo.

Howzit Hostels Hawaii Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 76 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Chenoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, staff and atmosphere are second to none.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean was visible from both our rooms. We did not cook, just made tea; but the kitchen appeared to be well equipped and we saw other guests cooking. The bathroom was clean and had several showers, so we never had to wait The hostel is very conveniently located in downtown Hilo.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable area, plenty of dining around.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Logeshwar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place! The bunks are comfortable and one of the best hostel ones Ive seen anywhere. But the rooms are usually 6 beds per room but the rooms are very large. Location: amazing, downtown (main area lol, Hilo is a small town!) Parking is free nearby at a 3 min walk. Great people and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
love the pancakes. the bins for luggage below the bunks were pretty busted - it would be nice if they worked. otherwise a very lovely place
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chengyang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sarah is great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super fun hostel in the heart of Hilo. They offer a daily activity so don't book any excursions until you see what they have to offer. The staff was great! Shoutout to Colette, Rose, and the tour guide who took us up to Mauna Kea for the sunset (sorry "J" I am AWFUL with names but thank you for a great tour!). The free chocolate chip pancakes and coffee in the morning are a great way to start the day. Howzit was an incredibly reasonable rate for a comfortable place to stay and a clean, comfortable bed to sleep in. Can't wait to come back and visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Agon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the stay and the staff. It was really a beautiful spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elvira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and fun place to stay!

Our family of three stayed in one of the private rooms. We felt comfortable and relaxed there. There were plenty of bathrooms to choose from. Very nice hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness
I love being downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff and great set up!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

coty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel was very nice and clean! Staff made it outstanding. Love the tour options available for $20. Highly recommend. Diego was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with this property. Very clean. Staff was great. Access to a kitchen. Loved the breeze coming in the through the windows during the night. I would totally stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leonora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rented the private room, enjoyed music playing dt night festivity right outside my window. Room, bathroom, kitchen and common area very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a lovely place, though Hilo itself is a bit run down. Itxs a great place to stay if you are going to go hiking, or to a much less crowded beach, but just know that dining is limited and nightlife is almost non-existent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keshawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Evan- OVERNIGHT Sophia - RECEPTION Nicoline- PANCAKES Naomi - 3 day new B Vealion - EVERYTHING & others I didn't get their names THANKs ALL
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For what it was, it was perfect. Well run. Nice staff. Orderly. Amazing price. Great vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is our first time staying in a hostel, at was a wonderful experience we had a private room with two beds. It was really clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The bathroom were very large and really nice. The other travelers were very nice also. Not at all what I was expecting. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice staff!!!

A good place to stay. Very nice Staff. Thanks again to Emma! The Ray manta snorckel was great! The only think you Can improve IS to be able to turn off the light in the corridors so WE do not have light Coming through the Window. Great stay overall!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Marc

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a 2-week stay there and it was like living in a frat-house! Staff was mostly inattentive to the facilities and guest unless they were flirting with them. The kitchen was dirty most of the time-I did a complete cleaning 5 times because no one cleaned up after themselves. Outlets in the bunks didn’t work most of the time. I would not EVER stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025