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The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway!

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Side of house
5 steps entrance
Exterior
New black sand beach form from 2018 eruption.
Waipio Valley

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Hilo Municipal Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Hilo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway!

Embark on your dream vacation at this enchanting two-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage nestled in the tranquil Hilo District of Hawaii. Perfectly blending authentic island charm with modern comfort, this cozy retreat invites travelers to experience the unparalleled spirit of aloha in a picturesque neighborhood adored by visitors from around the globe.

Step inside to discover a beautifully appointed space designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. The cottage features a king-size bed in one bedroom and a queen-size bed in the other, guaranteeing peaceful nights for every guest. The warm and inviting living room features a comfortable couch that transforms into a pull-out bed, along with a large TV, perfect for unforgettable movie nights with your Hulu or Netflix account. Culinary enthusiasts will delight in the fully equipped kitchen, outfitted with a sleek stainless steel oven and refrigerator, allowing you to create delicious meals with ease, augmented by basic spices and fresh produce shared by your thoughtful host.

Begin your mornings on the expansive lanai, surrounded by vibrant tropical foliage, where the soothing sounds of nature set the perfect backdrop for savoring your rich Kona coffee. Thoughtfully designed for accessibility, the cottage features a walk-in tile shower, a high toilet, and strategically placed handrails, ensuring comfort for all guests.

Adventure is just moments away! Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park or gaze at the stars from the renowned Mauna Kea Observatory. Immerse yourself in local culture at the nearby University of Hawaii and the Imiloa Center. With downtown Hilo, Rainbow Falls, and stunning beaches just a short drive away, your days will be filled with endless exploration and discovery.

This idyllic haven is more than just a place to stay; it’s a welcoming community perfect for connecting with fellow travelers. Enjoy designated parking, access to a shared laundry area, and lightning-fast WiFi that allows you to share your incredible Hawaiian journey with friends and family back home.

After a day filled with adventure, unwind with a delicious meal or enjoy a round of golf at the nearby Hilo Municipal Golf Course. Don’t miss your chance to create unforgettable memories in this captivating paradise, where local charm seamlessly meets traveler comfort. Experience the magic of Hilo—your extraordinary Hawaiian getaway awaits!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Thoroughly wash and put away all kitchen utensils, silverware, pots, pans. Leave everything in the kitchen orderly and clean. Clean out refrigerator and take out trash and recycling.
Put all used towels in a pile in the bathroom. Do not strip beds.
Turn off all ac and fans. Leave all windows open. If using a key, remember to return it to lockbox.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GE-174-478-7456-02, TA-174-478-7456-02

About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio 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. University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens and Joint Astronomy Centre are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Hilo Municipal Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Port of Hilo - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 16 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zippy's Hilo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway!?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway! on 4 June 2026 start from NZ$186, 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 The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway! located?

Located in the heart of Hilo, this golf cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Hilo Municipal Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Hawaii at Hilo and Joint Astronomy Centre. Imiloa Astronomy Center and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens 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. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diana was a fabulous host. Her cottage was so well appointed and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scot M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You won’t get the resort experience here. What you will get is a clean, well- supplied cottage in a nice neighborhood with a friendly and helpful owner all at a bargain price. Also, if you like tropical vegetation, it is like living in a jungle. This was our second stay here, and we would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajeshwar M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and convenient. Diana was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diana is a wonderful host! We had everything we needed at the property. It is clean and well maintained with beautiful landscaping and convenient parking. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and proximity to family living in the area. The national park is about an hour away. Downtown Hilo, with many shops and restaurants is about a 10 minute drive. We explored several trails and beaches within a half hour drive from our location. We would enjoy staying here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

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

Great stay in Hilo

Nicely managed. A beautiful property in a quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay and will come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ting Y.

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

Good and safe place to stay

Nice place, nice people.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Lovely cottage and wonderful host!

My family loved our stay in the Ohana Cottage. The house is clean and the beds are really comfortable. Diana is incredibly kind and very responsive. My mom has mobility issues and Diana went out of her way to make sure she had easy access to the house. I highly recommend the Ohana Cottage! Thanks, Diana!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moana A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really cute 2 bedroom, 1 bath Ohana unit. Full kitchen and refrigerator made it convenient to have breakfast before heading out for the day. Diana was amazing and we Will definitely be booking this again when we travel back to Hilo. Mahalo much for the hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

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

Hilo Excursions

The location of the
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie R.

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

Perfect location/Wonderful host

Wonderful location near downtown Hilo and beaches, about a half hour drive to Volcanoes National Park.The host is so thoughtful and generous, she really is exceptional.The unit is equipped with everything you need and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

juliana k.

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

a little slice of haven

overall, hostess was amazing ,perfect location ,beautiful garden
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn M.

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

Relaxation in paradise

Property was a perfect distance to Hilo, quiet community but easy to get Ubers if needed. Cottage was exactly as displayed and it made our whole trip as relaxing as could be. Thank you Diana!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Research trip

Great location. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Fantastic!

Diana is so amazing, this was our second time staying here. Highly recommended for any length of stay!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dixie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, kitchen was adequately equipped, host/manager easy to contact, beds were very comfortable, nice big bathroom with great shower. Beautiful plants and trees on the property. Towels were provided for beach use. Cooled off nicely in the evenings. One ceiling fan in living area didn't work but we were given a tower fan to use. Quiet complex/area. You could see the ocean but was very far off. I loved hearing the frogs at night. I would stay again if I went back to the big Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val S.

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

Diana was a great host!

Great location for us just minutes from our daughter’s apartment and Diana was always helpful and responsive when we reached out. Thanks for a lovely stay, Diana!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrei S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
My two daughters and I spent six nights at this property. We have two issues with it. First, the bathroom sink has been completely clogged, it took a couple of hours to drain fully. Upon draining, the sink would be completely disgusting. I told about this to the property owner on the first morning. She shrugged and said she’d ask someone to take a look “at some point.” Nobody did. Also, for the life of me I couldn’t make the bathroom faucet to produce any hot water. So shaving was out of question.Second, the designated parking for this unit is in a very narrow alley next to the house. It appears that other units are being rented out by the owner, so a number of cars is parked in front of the house. As a result, on a couple of occasions I was unable to make a U turn on the property and had to get onto the street driving backwards. And the street could be pretty busy in the morning, so I felt very uncomfortable about this.Otherwise, a nice unit. But I wouldn’t rent it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wehi V.

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

Just like home

This was my second time staying at this cottage. It's very cozy & welcoming. Definitely recommend staying here & we will be returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rendi M.

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

Great location | Amazing Host

This property was perfect for our stay in Hilo. I love the local neighborhood and the cottage was exactly as pictures and well equipped with everything we needed. The beds were so comfortable and we felt like we were at home. Diana is the most amazing host - excellent communication, extremely accommodating and generously shared the fruits of the property with us. When I'm back in Hilo, this will be my first choice of places to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Another Wonderful Stay

Our second time staying with Diana. She is a wonderful host. Greeted us upon arrival, made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The cottage was clean and well equipped. Will definitely stay with Diana again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Lovely stay

Lovely self-contained 2 bedroom annex. Had all the necessities. We arrived late at night, so it took a little bit of time to find the actual room (as it's not the main building), but once in, all was fine. Thank you Diana for a lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Hilo Ohana Stay

Thanks to Diana and her staff for the great stay. The home we stayed at together with Diane and her people gave a true flavor of the Hawaiian life style - friendly, kind and laid back. Thanks for a great stay, we’ll be back. James & Jeong G
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

An Ohana welcome

What really stands out is Diana, our hostess, who was so kind, generous, and available, and obviously takes great care of the property. Her place was clean, comfortable, and accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Awesome!

Diana and her team were fantastic! Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y.

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

Great location!

Convenient. Easy to find. Quiet, except for the frogs but slept great. Cools off in the evening. Great stay! Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by DIANA R MACHADO

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Island girl through and through; a transplant from Micronesia, moved to Hawaii 27 years ago and happily enjoying island living at its best, a nursing career at our local hospital and a side business hosting traveler from around the world.

Why they chose this property

Centrally located, it provides the traveler with an ideal setting to explore the island from a safe, friendly, affordable home where you're treated like family.

What makes this property unique

Easy access to all amenities providing you have a car. Easy to find either coming in from Kona or Hilo airport.

Languages:

English
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