HILLTOP LEGACY VACATION RENTAL, Hilo

The hilltop setting provides sweeping views over Hilo Bay, the city, and on clear days, Mauna Kea. Downtown Hilo is a 20-minute walk downhill, or a few minutes by car. Rainbow Falls is 2 km away, Lyman Museum less than 1 km, and the Hilo International Airport is 5 km (about a 10-minute drive). The property sits in a quiet residential neighbourhood with easy access to major roads. A rental car is recommended for exploring the wider island, though taxis are available. Free on-site parking is included but spaces are compact.

Rooms range from the Budget Double Room (no A/C) to deluxe suites like the Sky Room with a private hot tub and wet bar, the Hilo Bay Room with ocean views, and the Volcano Room with garden views and a large walk-in shower. Most rooms have air conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen or projector TVs. Some rooms feature balconies with stunning views of the bay and Mauna Kea. The building has an older character with charming details such as original 1930s tile work in some suites. Each room includes a mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker - ideal for light self-catering. Family rooms are available, and the property also offers a shared lounge with a pool table and a common living area.

Guests needing a full breakfast will need to visit nearby cafés in downtown Hilo, about a 20-minute walk or short drive away. The in-room amenities (coffee maker, small fridge, microwave) allow for simple meals and snacks. Kona coffee is provided. No cooking stove or oven is available. The property does not have a bar or restaurant, so plan dining accordingly.

Outdoor spaces include a well-maintained garden with picnic areas, BBQ facilities, and outdoor furniture - perfect for relaxing with a view. On-site leisure includes a free billiards table and a tennis court. Hiking is available directly from the property. For more activities, the surrounding area offers fishing, diving, snorkelling, canoeing, and horse riding (most at nearby locations with possible charges). A golf course is within 3 km. There is no swimming pool or spa centre.

Internet access is free throughout. Parking is free and on-site, though spaces are compact; street parking is also available. Daily housekeeping is provided upon request. Express check-in and check-out are available, and late arrivals are handled via self-check-in with door codes. A shared lounge/TV area with a pool table is open to all guests. Laundry facilities (washer and dryer) can be used on request. Safety features include CCTV, smoke alarms, and a designated smoking area. No pets are allowed. The property does not have an airport shuttle, but taxis are readily available from the nearby airport.