Aloha! Welcome to your Hilo Home Base—a spacious 3-bedroom upstairs apartment in a charming Plantation Style Home. Located in a prime Hilo location, you're just minutes away from beautiful beaches, shopping, and dining. This private apartment sleeps up to 7 guests and features portable air conditioning units in each bedroom for your comfort. Perfect for families or groups looking to explore the best of Hilo.
THE SPACE
• 3 well-appointed bedrooms:
⎯▹ Master Bedroom: Queen-size bed & portable AC unit
⎯▹ Second Bedroom: Queen-size bed & portable AC unit
⎯▹ Third Bedroom: Two twin beds, portable AC unit
• Living Room: Daybed, 50" Smart TV, comfy sofas
• Fresh, linens & towels provided
• 1 bathroom with shower & bath essentials
• Fully equipped kitchen with outdoor BBQ + dining table for 6
• Coffee maker + kitchen essentials
• In-unit washer & dryer (available from 8am-9pm)
• High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the apartment
• Parking for up to 4 vehicles
~ EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW ~
• Portable air conditioning units in each bedroom
• Minutes from beaches, shopping, and dining
• Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, tea, spices, and more
• Beach essentials provided (towels, cooler)
• BBQ on the back porch
• Considerate Caretaker nearby for any assistance
We ensure you're covered with all the essentials needed during your stay, so you can focus on relaxing, having fun, and making memories. Located in the heart of Hilo, you'll have endless opportunities when it comes to local activities and attractions. Here are some of our favorites:
~ NEARBY ATTRACTIONS ~
» Hilo Farmers Market → 1 mile
» Pacific Tsunami Museum → 1 mile
» Liliuokalani Gardens → 2 miles
» Coconut Island Park → 2 miles
» Rainbow Falls → 3 miles
» Imiloa Astronomy Center → 3 miles
» Panaewa Rainforest Zoo → 5 miles
» Akaka Falls State Park → 11 miles
~ OUR FAVORITE LOCAL RESTAURANTS ~
» Cafe Pesto → 1 mile
» Pineapple's Island Fresh Cuisine → 1 mile
» Puka Puka Kitchen → 1 mile
» Two Ladies Kitchen → 1 mile
» Hilo Burger Joint → 1 mile
» Ken's House of Pancakes → 2 miles
» Suisan Fish Market → 2 miles
» Hilo Bay Cafe → 2 miles
~FAQs~
What do guests enjoy most about Hilo Home Base?
▹▹▹ Guests love the prime location just minutes from beaches, shopping, and dining, as well as the spacious and comfortable accommodations with air conditioning in each bedroom.
Is the area safe?
▹▹▹ Yes, the home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood in Hilo.
Is the house equipped for remote work?
▹▹▹ Yes, the apartment offers high-speed Wi-Fi throughout and designated workspaces, making it suitable for remote work or streaming.
♥ A NOTE FROM YOUR HOST
If you're searching for a comfortable and convenient home base to explore Hilo, our home is the perfect choice. We look forward to making you feel at home and will be available as a resource throughout your entire stay.
PS - Considerate Caretaker lives on site, in their own downstairs apartment and can help as needed. :)
Guest Access: Prior to your arrival, you’ll receive a unique access code for a seamless and secure self-check-in experience. You will have the entire three-bedroom upstairs apartment to yourself, including access to the BBQ on the back porch, and washer/dryer available from 8am-9pm.
The Neighborhood: Located in a prime Hilo location, our home is just minutes away from beautiful beaches, shopping, dining, and local attractions. Explore the Hilo Farmers Market, take a stroll in Liliuokalani Gardens, or enjoy a day at the beach—all within a short drive from the apartment. The area offers plenty of activities like snorkeling, hiking, and sightseeing.
Getting Around: Navigating the nearby area is easy. Many attractions, restaurants, and shops are within a short drive or even walking distance. While public transportation is available, we recommend having a car to fully experience all that Hilo and the surrounding areas have to offer.
Interaction With Guests: If you have any questions or need assistance during your stay, please reach out, and we'll be available to help. The home’s caretaker lives nearby and is available if needed.
Other Things to Note:
✓ We look forward to hosting you and we care about your stay! :)
✓ If an issue arises or you need something to be more comfortable, please reach out to us via the app so we can help you! :)
✓ Considerate Caretaker available and lives nearby.
Please note, that in accordance with the Law, the following taxes will be charged:
4.712% GET
10.25% HCTAT
3% TAT
By making a reservation, you are agreeing to follow these HOUSE RULES:
- Please treat the House with Care and Respect, thanks.
- No Smoking inside the house
- No non-paying guests sleeping over
- No parties or events
- Sound travels easily.
Please respect Quiet Hours from 9pm - 8am, so as to respect the neighbors.
- If you need an EARLY CHECK IN / LATE CHECK OUT please let us know at least 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE and we will try to accommodate you -- please note that it is NOT GUARANTEED THOUGH, and it depends on our cleaners and our booking schedule. If we are able to change things around to accommodate your request, please note that there will be a convenience charge of $20 per hour that that we are able to give early / late. We will request this via airbnb request.
REGARDING PETS:
- Only 1-2 Pets allowed upon request and payment of the Pet Fee.
IMPORTANT: If you do bring your pet, YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO LEAVE THEM ALONE & UNSUPERVISED IN THE HOUSE! As we have found the hard way that they will then bark non-stop and disturb the neighbors, as well as possibly do damage to the house when left unattended. So please do not plan on bringing them and then leaving them alone in the house while you go on excursions, etc.
Also any dog (including service dogs) must be leashed at all times on premises.
Also, you must clean up after them or there will be a charge for that, thanks. (Sorry but we have learned things the hard way that we need to say these things).
Mahalo nui loa for following these House Rules
and for keeping this a safe, peaceful place! :)
