Hilo Hale Kaumana
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
Hilo Hale Kaumana is a three-bedroom, two-bath home described as a quiet retreat on a dead-end street beside a greenbelt in the historic Hilo area. The listing says it sleeps up to six and is minutes from downtown Hilo; guest comments also describe a peaceful, rainforest-like setting.
Bedrooms
The home has two queen beds and one full/double bed. The primary bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, and both bathrooms have tub-and-shower combinations.
Amenities
A full kitchen is equipped for cooking, with a dishwasher, microwave, oven and stove, and cooking utensils including a rice cooker. The home also has a washer and dryer, free parking, high-speed Wi-Fi, a patio or lanai, and an outdoor grill; the amenity listing additionally identifies an indoor pool and hot tub.
Dining & Services
Guests can prepare meals in the kitchen or eat outdoors on the screened lanai. Nearby options include Liko Lehua Cafe about 2 km away, Lehua Restaurant about 2.5 km away, and Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine and Hilo Burger Joint roughly 4 km away. The listing also identifies an airport shuttle, though its schedule and terms are not specified.
Location
The property is listed in Hawaiian Acres, and its description places it near Hilo, downtown, and Bayfront; Rainbow Falls is described as a short drive away. Hilo International Airport is about 7.2 km away, and several Kaumana Drive bus stops are between roughly 550 m and 1.1 km away. The listing also recommends Richardson’s, Carlsmith, and Onekahakaha Beach Parks, Akaka Falls Park, and the Onomea Bay scenic loop.
Best for
This home suits families or small groups seeking a self-catering stay, with three bedrooms for up to six, a full kitchen, laundry, and kid-friendly amenities. It can also work for travelers wanting a quiet base for exploring Hilo and nearby sights, though guest feedback suggests having a car is helpful for getting around.
Travel tips
Hilo International Airport is about 7.2 km away, and Kaumana Drive bus stops are within about 550 m to 1.1 km; guests have noted that a car is useful for exploring the area. Downtown Hilo and Rainbow Falls are described as a short drive away, while beach parks and Akaka Falls Park are among the suggested outings. The property notes say the TV is for streaming rather than cable, and a guest mentioned that taking out trash was inconvenient before an early flight.
What guests say
Guests describe the home as quiet, well equipped, and appealing, with one noting helpful communication and saying the supplies exceeded expectations. One review praised the cleanliness of the bedding, towels, and kitchen while noting that the house itself is older. Other feedback cautions that the home may not suit guests who expect air conditioning or cable TV, and one guest found trash handling inconvenient before an early flight. A guest also said a car was needed to get around, while noting that Hilo destinations were generally a short drive away.
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