Hilo, Hawaii Getaway

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

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Washer
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Air conditioning
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Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Hilo, HI

University of Hawaii at Hilo
‪6 min drive‬
Rainbow Falls
‪11 min drive‬
Port of Hilo
‪17 min drive‬
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the quiet beauty that surrounds this property. From the deck, you will be captivated by the sight of Mauna Kea and the tropical vegetation that landscapes the grounds. There is even a lawn to do some serious putting practice. A quick five minute drive will take you to the seaside and to downtown Hilo.

Your accommodations are immaculate, comfortable and latch-key ready. This home is the size of a guest house and is great for short or long term stays.

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Lilias

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 21

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number GE-032-311-2960-01, TA-032-311-2960-01

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this holiday home is in the mountains. Joint Astronomy Centre and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Prince Kuhio Plaza and Hilo Shopping Center. Imiloa Astronomy Center and Gilbert Carvalho Park are also worth visiting. Snorkelling, surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

University of Hawaii at Hilo - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Hilo Shopping Center - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
Kaumana Caves Park - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
Rainbow Falls - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Port of Hilo - 17 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Zippy's Hilo - ‬10 min drive
‪Daiichi Ramen - ‬9 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilo, Hawaii Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Hilo, Hawaii Getaway located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Hilo Municipal Golf Course and within 6 miles (10 km) of University of Hawaii at Hilo and Joint Astronomy Centre. University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens and Imiloa Astronomy Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Glenn G.

30 Jan 2025

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

Hilo cottage

This was a lovely spot in outskirts of Hilo. It’s perfect for a couple with combined living room/ kitchen/ dining area with separate bedroom with attached bathroom and shower. There is a narrow porch with sitting area overlooking a long open lawn. There are roosters next door that start crowing at about 5:30 but didn’t bother us as we had fan on. But there are ear plugs available. We actually liked the crowing. Also lovely coqui frogs at night can be heard. The hostess was lovely.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

14 Aug 2024

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

Living In The Country

Really enjoyed my stay. My host was very gracious and kept me informed. There were no issues with animals. There was a white peacock that was fun to see daily for 15 min - hope I did not spoil her. I am a songwriter and wrote a song about my stay and will always Thank my host for giving me the opportunity to stay. If you like country living, there is none better than this house. I stayed 2 months and enjoyed the house. Close to town and events. Open the doors and did not really use the air conditioner with the nice breeze. 47 years on the road and this is one of my best stays - very safe. Thank you, Lillias - truly in my bucket list - JW

Stayed 67 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nuni S.

10 Apr 2024

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

Lovely residence

Beautiful spot, just a short distance out of town. Everything we needed inside, with some rain, sun, and wonderful fresh air outside. Windows almost all the way around with a country view. Yes, there are roosters next door, but the crowing didn't bother us at all. Lovely host, excellent communication.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

18 Mar 2024

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

Snowbird winter

Out of hustle and bustle of city, enjoyed area, neighbor raising roosters was a distraction but earplugs shut them out, owner was fun to work with, view was great, property was pleasant, spent 3 months and worth price. Had everything we needed for extended stay.

Stayed 105 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Nov 2023

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

Everything we needed

The cottage is perfect sized, and comfortable for 2 adults. It had everything we needed for our stay. A tea kettle of some sort would be a nice addition but a small saucepot & lid worked fine. AC worked well and was nice until we had a couple days to aclimate to the heat. After that opening the sliding doors in the evening and having ceiling fans on kept everything very comfortable without needing AC. The roosters are loud, but the owner is very upfront about them when booking. Earplugs kept by the bed for when they start early morning crowing worked well for me, my husband slept right thru the crowing most mornings. The location is perfect, close enough to "town" for anything you need or want to do, far enough from town for great night viewing of stars. Owner is fantastic and reached out in person via phone right after booking, right before trip and the morning after arrival to be sure everything was fine.

Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jean A.

7 Aug 2023

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

Reunion Visit

Enjoyed our stay. A/C a plus.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry & Linda G.

11 June 2023

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

Wonderful Country Cottage

My wife and I had a great two week stay at this comfortable and spacious cottage near the edge of Hilo but within a short drive to the shops and the surrounding attractions. The wrap around windows, doors and deck allowed us to open up the living room and kitchen so that we rarely used the A/C since there was a good breeze most of the time. The serene views of the expansive front yard and surrounding pastures were appreciated every day. A note about the roosters. During our stay, they were nice and quiet in the evening and the first half of the night, not a peep out of them when watching a movie and going to bed. We felt it important to say this, it is not all night. It's true they start up before daylight but good ear plugs work quite nicely. It was always a pleasure to hear from Lillias because she does such a good job communicating, keeping in touch with just the right amount of contact so she can answer any questions. We definitely recommend her place for a stay on the windward side of the island and would stay there again ourselves. Thank you Lillias!

Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendi C.

26 May 2023

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

Beautiful property - highly recommended

I can't say enough how much I enjoyed my stay at this property. As you can probably see in other reviews, yes the neighboring property has roosters, and yes they do make a fair amount of noise. The property owner was extremely up front about it, and made sure multiple times prior to booking and when confirming that I was aware. I stayed for 2 weeks, even having work calls during the sunrise timeframe, and the roosters in no way bothered me. If you are a light sleeper, bring ear plugs, and you shouldn't have a problem. I had no difficulty sleeping. Trust me, the lovely rental and beautiful property far outweigh any noise you might hear. The property owner was fantastic, communicated frequently, and was very accommodating. The property is well equipped, private, and an easy drive to everything you will want to do in the Hilo area. It is on the same property as a family home, however it is not attached to the home and the many lovely windows face out to the expansive yard and serene setting. The living area is surrounded on 3 sides by windows with sliding doors that you can open up to feel like your own tropical oasis! I love to cook, and the kitchen had everything I needed. The bed was very comfortable, and the living room was a great place to hang out and relax. I visit Hilo every year, and have stayed in several vacation rentals in the area. This one is a gem! I will definitely look for this place again the next time I am in Hilo.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

15 Mar 2023

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

Great stay

Stayed two months here. Place is located in a really private area on the outskirts of town. Lilly, the owner is terrific, she also respected our privacy and was very accommodating. The place itself is nothing fancy, but clean and functional. We would stay again if we found ourselves in Hilo again someday.

Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen C., Birmingham, Alabama

18 Dec 2022

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

Great Place to Stay

Great Location - My visit to the island to see family and friends was so much nicer with a centralized location that I could come back and kick up my feet. The rental was well furnished and very comfortable. Whenever I come home I will be seeing if this place is available.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene S., Winona, MN

8 Nov 2022

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

Hilo Country Home

The property is situated within a few minutes of Hilo. Country setting beautifully well maintained with privacy. The host was very accommodating to our needs and was available to answer questions.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

15 Sept 2022

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

Nice Hilo property

Nice private place; lots of space in the unit, good communications with owner. Neighborhood chickens weren't a problem for us as we ran the a/c while there, and the noise from the a/c drowned out the crowing of the roosters.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Crystal H.

20 Apr 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

She seemed nice but the property wasn’t up to par

To put it politely, it was worth the money she refused to refund us to leave as soon as possible. Hopefully she will consider using that money to hire someone to clean her guesthouse properly, so as not to be a health and safety issue for future guests. Once cleaned, I imagine it would be a charming little stay. Photos of the living room were different than the actual living room. It just needs to be a bit updated and cleaned thoroughly. I woke up in a panic in the middle of the night and smell of mold and we just had to leave. She is nice but it took a long time to get a response and partial refund.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David N.

29 Mar 2022

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

Fun trip

It was very nice, and loved the location. The roosters make sure you get a early start.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

8 Mar 2022

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

Friendly host central location

Friendly host at a central location. Convenient for easy access to excursions.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

24 Feb 2022

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

Great

As the host will tell you, the roosters can be noisy during the night so just take some wax ear plugs.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

21 Feb 2022

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

Great stay

Lillias is a great host. She cares about her guests' comfort (great cookies). She warned us about the roosters, but we decided to stay anyway. Glad we did! If in Hilo will stay here again.

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

3 Dec 2021

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

Wonderful stay

Property was in good location, communication was excellent

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

4 Nov 2021

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

Long term stay

We spent October in a small bungalow on the property. Very private. The owner was courteous and very helpful

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

6 July 2020

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

Great place for extended stay

This was a perfect place for my extended visit to Hilo for research. It's cool & breezy w/ a nice view, and very quiet (ok, except for the roosters - but you get used to them!) Property owner is very nice and very responsive.

10/10 Excellent

Randy F., Fremont

15 Mar 2020

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

Was very comfortable and enjoyable

Cottage was very nice. Lillias was very friendly and welcoming. Had a wonderful experience. Would definitely stay here again if visiting Hilo

Stayed 64 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

8 Jan 2020

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

It was home away from home!

Great location, clean and comfortable. Roosters nearby take a little getting used to but all other amenities out weigh the noise. The house had all we needed for our 7 week stay.

Stayed 53 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann Z., Santa Rosa, CA, NYC

5 Aug 2019

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

Upland from Hilo Town

This place was perfect for us; even the crowing roosters were OK. It is located close to food stores & restaurants, but is out in the country in a very private location. It had everything we needed to be comfortable, even an air conditioner (which we used very little). Internet worked perfectly & the washer/dryer was a big plus! Would go there again!

Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

11 Jan 2019

Thank you

we want to thank Lillias for everything! the place was nice and breezy and very quite. we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

27 Sept 2018

Very comfortable and accommodating. I love the private washer and dryer.

Nice stay. Good parking. Very functional kitchenette, bath, and laundry facility. Nice picture windows. Private.

Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2018

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