Hilo Town Inn

132 Punahoa St, Hilo, HI 96720, Hilo, United States

Guest rating: 4.3 / 5

Overview

Hilo Town Inn is a basic, centrally located place to stay at 132 Punahoa St in Hilo. Its public rating is 4.3 from 23 reviews; a star class is not listed. Guest comments describe it as a practical base rather than a resort-style property.

Rooms

Guests describe the rooms as clean and comfortable, with good linens and pillows. Reviews also mention air conditioning, a microwave, and local Hawaiian coffee in the room.

Guest Services & Parking

One guest praised the owner’s helpful communication by text before and during the stay. A review also noted convenient parking behind the building; parking details and availability are not otherwise documented.

Location

The Hilo Farmer's Market is about 71 metres away, and the Pacific Tsunami Museum is about 447 metres away. Lyman Museum and Mokupāpapa Discovery Center are also nearby, at approximately 673 and 546 metres respectively. Further afield, Rainbow Falls is about 2.7 km away, while Liliʻuokalani Gardens and Coconut Island are roughly 1.7–1.8 km away.

Best for

Hilo visitors who value a central, straightforward base may find this inn a good fit: the Farmer's Market is just 71 metres away, with restaurants also described by guests as nearby. It may suit travelers who prioritize clean, comfortable rooms and practical touches such as air conditioning and a microwave over resort amenities.

Travel tips

The Farmer's Market is very close, and the Pacific Tsunami Museum, Mokupāpapa Discovery Center, and Lyman Museum are all within about 700 metres. A guest reported parking behind the building, but confirm parking arrangements with the property before relying on it. Rainbow Falls and several ocean parks are farther away, so plan separate transport for those visits.

What guests say

Guests highlight the central location, especially the easy access to the Hilo Farmer's Market and nearby restaurants. Reviews also praise room cleanliness, comfortable beds and linens, and practical details including air conditioning, a microwave, and local coffee. One guest found the owner helpful by text and appreciated parking behind the building. The main qualification is that the property is described as basic, without resort-style amenities.

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