Grand Historic Hilo House

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A house with a covered porch, large windows, and a stone foundation.
A room with a large window, a white sofa, two round tables, and a rocking chair.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of greenery outside.
A covered porch with a view of a garden and palm trees.
A sunroom with a glass table surrounded by chairs, large windows, and a view of a garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Kalakaua Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Mokupapapa Discovery Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilo Farmers Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Garden suite

1 Queen Bed

Orchird suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Reeds Island suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

River King suite

1 King Bed

River Queen suite

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Activity and TV rooms

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath -- Main Level

Toilet

Room 1: King Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Room 2: Queen Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Room 3: Orchid Room

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Room 4: Ocean Room

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Room 5: ensuit studio

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Naha Stone and Lyman Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Naha Stone - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kalakaua Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mokupapapa Discovery Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Wailoa River State Park Hawaii - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Temple Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Taqueria - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Historic Hilo House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Historic Hilo House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand Historic Hilo House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand Historic Hilo House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grand Historic Hilo House located?

Located in Hilo, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Kalakaua Park and Naha Stone. St. Joseph Catholic Church and Lyman Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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. 195 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 206 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hilo House is a wonderful Hawaiian property! In and outdoor cooking facilities are excellent, great breakfast spots both in and out, sleeping arrangements are plentiful. It's hard to believe the house is as close to town that one can actually walk there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2026
Thank you for your kind comments Noel! Mahalo! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful picturesque home (Instagram worthy), very easy to communicate with owner, had all needs for the kitchen and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2026
So glad you had a good time at our home! Thank you for being so kind and caring for our historic property! Mahalo! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Old, quaint, large, more than perfect location. All ingredients for a tremendous stay. Enjoy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
I am pleased that you and your families had a great time at my house! Right now the river and waterfalls behind are so high and roaring! So loud and exciting! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, loved all the porches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and location. Older home offering warmth and charm.Housekeeping could be improved.Overall, we all enjoyed it including the location...14 of us for a family wedding in Keauu.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Thank you Ann for enjoying our historic home. Mahalo Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
The house truly is grand and beautifully maintained. The view from the back deck is unbelievably stunning - alone it’s worth the price of admission. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house we stayed at was very well kept and beautiful. Charlotte is a great host. Communicating and coordinating with her was very easy and professional. Definitely recommended. Mahalooooo
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
Aloha Kahai, Thank you for your kind review. You were wonderful guests at my house, so respectful, so good in communication with me on details. I hope you will return in the near future. Mahaloooo! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful property. We had a small research team and needed a collective space for convening. It a was a genuine delight to think together in such a calm and well-appointed space.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2026
I am so pleased that my house served your research group well! It is a magical place for creativity and relaxation! You took very good care of our property! What a pleasure to host you! Mahalo Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and the host was helpful and accessible.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2026
Thank you Steve for being gracious guests! Aloha Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlotte’s home is an impressive, historic residence. A Well maintained beautiful home and located in a beautiful setting with a view of a waterfall. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to cook and feed a large family of 15 and The boogie boards were a bonus for our grandchildren. Our time there will always be a favorite memory for all of us. The owner was very responsive to any questions we had. We can’t say enough about our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2026
Thank you Sally for your kind and wonderful review. We enjoyed having you here, particularly on your last day, the Volcano Fountaining started the 48th Episode, so big and not every guest party had the good fortunate to see this natural wonder! Thank you for being gracious and responsive guests! Aloha & Mahalo! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am a grandmother to 7 children between 6 and 16 years old. I may not always appreciate their opinions in the moment but I absolutely do value how honest my grandchildren can be about what they are thinking and how they are feeling. The consensus of all 13 of us adults and children is that we wish there were more stars or a way to show that our stay was beyond excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Your review made me and our house keeping team so happy. You are such gracious, kind and loving guest that we wish we could have more of you as our guests. I am so happy you all had a great time, particularly your grandchildren. I know how important it is for a grandma that her grand children loved their time with her and the families on a grand vacation to Hilo! Lots of aloha and mahalo to you and your loved ones! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet, clean, comfortable, & a lot of space to spread out. A real oasis. The kitchen is well stocked to prepare meals at home. The time we spent at the house we gravitated to the covered lanai to look and listen to the river and to stay dry from the daily rain. The home is very close to town. The host provided easy check in and check out instructions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Thank you Teresa for your kind review. So glad you enjoyed my house, the garden and the river at the back. Please come back in the future! You are wonderful guests! Mahalo Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in Hilo was amazing! Charlotte was a gracious host. The home is a beautiful gem. We had our adult children with us, and we were able to spread out and spend time together without being on top of each other.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2026
Thank you Bettina for your kind review. I am so happy your families had a good time at our home! You are a wonderful guest! Please come back soon! Aloha Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely but too short stay at your beautiful historic home. The location was perfect and the views and seating areas overlooking the ravine and waterfall are unparalleled. There were a few uninvited creepy crawlers in the lower level that spooked some of our group and caused us to use only the upper level bedrooms but nothing unexpected in a historic home in this climate. Mahalo!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and well maintained. Lovely environs and quick trip into downtown Hilo
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2025
Thank you Andrea! So good to have you return to my house with your families! So glad to know you had a good time again! Aloha Charlotte
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice big house for my family of 10. Lots of comfort both inside and outside. Close to downtown Hilo.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the dream home for our family of 8 vacation! Beautifully maintained, everything we needed for family dinners, and gorgeous spots to just relax and talk. It was a joy sleeping to the sound of the river and chirping frogs. We loved gathering on the wide veranda for coffee every morning before heading out to explore Hilo!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2025
It was wonderful hosting your families. You are grateful you respect and love our home. Mahalo for being such great guests! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything about this property is wonderful, but the view is beyond spectacular!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Grand Historic Hili House was absolutely beautiful. The waterfalls in the backyard were stunning. I would love to stat there again someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful visit in this beautiful historic home!

This was the perfect location for our family of 8 to spend Christmas! Beautiful home in a beautiful setting. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you Pat to spend your family holiday at our beautiful home. I am so pleased you had a wonderful time. You are also a gracious guest! Have a happy and healthy new year! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation Gathering

The property was simply amazing. Plenty of room and plenty of everything else we could possibly want or need.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you Holly for being a gracious guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious Beautiful Heritage House

Beautiful house on gorgeous grounds. Lots of space for our family holiday and super well equipped. We loved it!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A relaxing family vacation.

Beautiful, roomy, well appointed, historical home. What a great dining room table to eat and talk with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Thank you so much Jim! We loved hosting you and your families! Aloha! Charlotte
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house and location. Easy to deal with property manager. Would stay here again.

Could not have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this historic home. It had all the amenities we needed & more. Our family made great memories here. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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