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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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
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Property Registration Number GE-174-478-7456-02, TA-174-478-7456-02
Property # 810630vb
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
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 mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
University of Hawaii at Hilo - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Hilo Farmers Market - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
Rainbow Falls - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
Port of Hilo - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Zippy's Hilo - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Jack in the Box - 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 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ohana Cottage, your perfect Hilo Getaway! on 3 September 2026 start from NZ$296, 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.
Since this property address is hard to pin down on GPS (it is behind another road front property), it would be helpful to receive a message with a photo of the roadside surfboard that marks the driveway.The host (and manager) response was consistently excellent.
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.
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!
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.
overall, hostess was amazing ,perfect location ,beautiful garden
juliana k.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2022
Juliana and her friend were the most fun, sweet, and amazing women of all time. They were also great guests and left my place sparkling clean and orderly. We all had a blast getting to know one another and hope they come to visit us again!
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!
Emily S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 December 2025
Emily
Mahalo for your business, for being fantastic guests and for your wonderful review which! Much appreciated!
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.
Diana is so amazing, this was our second time staying here. Highly recommended for any length of stay!
Steve C.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Mahalo Steve,
It is always a pleasure hosting you both, and I'm always happy to have you here. You are always the ideal, low-key guests, and you are a particular part of my Ohana! I'm looking forward to having you two again soon!
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!!
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!
Val S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2024
Val
It was a real pleasure to host you and I look forward to your next visit!
Much mahalo for your business!
Diana
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.
Rendi M.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 December 2024
Much mahalo,Rendí, for this wonderful review. I so appreciate it. It’s always heartwarming to host families such as yours that are positive, open to new experiences and appreciative of every little thing. Come back anytime !❤️
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.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2024
Colleen and her husband Steve are practically 'ohana' and I adore them and happy to host them anytime. I'm flattered to have them chose to let me host them twice in a row and I look forward to their next trip. I can't ask for better guests!
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.
Dixie F.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 December 2025
Mahalo for your business and for your feedback. We’re very dedicated to making every possible effort to provide a wonderful experience for each guest. The living room ceiling fan is now working ; the tug switch was the problem. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back again!
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.
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
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.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Much mahalo, Amanda, for the kind and sweet review. I loved hosting such appreciative and good-hearted guests as yourself and am happy to do all I can to ensure a comfortable and satisfactory stay.
Convenient. Easy to find. Quiet, except for the frogs but slept great. Cools off in the evening. Great stay! Thank you.
Sarah Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by DIANA R MACHADO
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.