Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6

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A single-story building with a covered porch, a well-maintained lawn, and a mailbox.
An aerial view of a residential area with houses, a parking lot, and surrounding greenery.
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a dark blue armchair, a black sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with blinds.
A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a blue patterned rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden table set for four.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Ainako Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Port of Hilo and Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness. Gilbert Carvalho Park and Joint Astronomy Centre are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cave exploring nearby.
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Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Ainako Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Gilbert Carvalho Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Kaumana Caves County Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ohana Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6?

As of 5 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6 on 29 November 2026 start from NZ$1,459, including 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.

How much is parking at Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Minutes from Downtown Hilo, Sleeps 6 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ainako Park, Pu'u 'O'o Trail and Kaumana Caves County Park. Gilbert Carvalho Park and Rainbow Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and clean. It was close to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is in a quiet neighborhood. Everything was clean. My family enjoyed the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house in quiet neighborhood. Had everything we needed. Clear instructions for check in and check out.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and my family enjoyed our stay, it was a very convenient place to book to get to the areas we needed to go during our vacation. Instructions were very clear and quick response time when I had a question from host Jolanta.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, clean, but the beds were super uncomfortable my husband had to sleep on the sofa the whole time ! Everything else was fine !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great enjoyable stay

Great location, out of the way, quiet neighborhood, everything was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came for a basketball tournament so didn’t spend a ton of time at the house but wish we had! Beautiful property and had more than we needed. Would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great area. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean and quiet

Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place in a nice neighborhood of Hilo. I would rebook if we return to Big Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is lovely with screened in patio and quiet neighborhood and nice neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice house with extra room in the covered lanai...everything we needed was there. The kitchen was well equipped and had a good coffee maker and rice cooker. The washer and dryer worked very well too.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, super quiet neighborhood. Fast internet. Great kitchen with all we needed. Everything was very clean. Tasteful decorations on the walls.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to town, nice neighborhood

Property was clean, secure, spacious for our needs. Close to town and a nice "neighborhood feel."
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to stay in Hilo

We love the family feeling of Hilo and this house is in a quiet neighborhood which suited us very well. It is an easy drive to so many great places on the Big Island from this location. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2022
Sounds like one outstanding Hawaiian vacation! We appreciate this feedback. We hope to host you again. Mahalo from the Hawaii Life Vacations Team!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Here for work

Convenient location, clean, more than met our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

A perfect home base while we settled our son into the dorm at UH Hilo. Quiet neighborhood and close to everything we needed. Already looking forward to a return trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy access and close to everything.

We enjoyed staying at this place. Close and very easy access to everything around Hilo. Mahalo!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2023
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. Mahalo for staying with us, we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2022
Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hilo Getaway

Great location. Safe and private. All necessary amenities. Mahalo nui.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hilo

Nice, clean property in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mokihana memories

Property was clean and well furnished. Location to all was great . Very quiet neighborhood. Great value
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful home away from home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the perfect rental for us while enjoying the Merrie Monarch Festival, a home away from home, a peaceful staycation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sept 2022 Trip

Nicely renovated and very clean. Quiet neighborhood. Great value
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2022
Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hilo House

Excellent place to stay! Everything was cleaned and easy to access. Bit is about 5-10 minutes from the middle of town. Quiet area! We all truly enjoyed this cute little house.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2023
Aloha, We appreciate this feedback. Mahalo for staying with us, we look forward to hosting you again!
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