What makes it 63% Couple-Friendly: Private Deluxe rooms let pairs stay together and enjoy free breakfast and downtown walkability to Lili‘uokalani Gardens; however only shared bathrooms and hostel setup limit privacy and romance.
Mokupapapa Discovery Center: 200m (3 min walk)
Hands-on exhibits about local marine life.
Tip: Arrive early for quieter galleries.
Pacific Tsunami Museum: 200m (3 min walk)
Interactive displays on historic tsunamis.
Tip: Check open hours before visiting.
Hamakua Heritage Corridor: <100m (1 min walk)
Scenic coastal trail along Hilo Bay.
Tip: Catch the sunrise over the ocean here.
Kalakaua Park: <100m (1 min walk)
Small waterfront park with benches.
Tip: Bring a drink and watch local fishermen.
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
Free wireless internet in all public areas.
Communal living room:
Shared lounge seating with board games.
Shared kitchen:
Microwaves and basic cookware for guest use.
24-hour front desk:
Staff available around the clock.
Luggage storage:
Store bags securely at reception.
Lockers:
Personal lockers available free of charge.
Beach shuttle:
Free shuttle service to local beaches.
On-the-go breakfast:
Complimentary boxed breakfast daily from 6:00–9:00.
Snorkeling excursions:
Off-site snorkeling trips with gear rental.
Eco tours:
Off-site guided nature and hiking tours.

Victoria Smith
Great location and plenty of street parking! The hostel itself has lots of showers/bathrooms for guests and a big refrigerator to store food. Rooms are bunk beds, but for the price worth it. Although no a/c the windows and fans help you keep cool. A bath towel is provided and the chocolate chip pancakes for breakfast are a great and personal touch! They have spare blankets to borrow, which we use...
Jordan Viniegas
Never stayed in a hostel before. Was a bit nervous, but the experience was great. The workers here were young adults and they know how to make the guest feel welcome. The place was clean. I enjoyed my stay. Would definitely recommend if you’re balling on a budget as a solo traveler or with friends. Especially if you’re from a different island. :) aloha
Carol M.
My friend and I stayed for one night in a private room and found the stay very enjoyable. The hostel is clean, tidy and organized including the common spaces (kitchen, bathrooms etc.), well kept and overall beautiful. Staff is friendly and efficient, the chocolate chip pancakes for breakfast were delicious and we left very satisfied. Thank you!
Vihaan Manchanda
Amazing hostel, the rooms and bathrooms are super clean. The overall vibe is super social and that’s all thanks to the lovely volunteers! All of them do a tremendous job. I got to also do a couple of tour with Kiera to coconut island, lava tubes and some falls and she did such a great job showing us around! 100% recommend booking a tour w her! Also a shoutout to all the volunteers!! (nadia, bri...
Ashley Felicien
Rooms are clean, made and numbered with your name clipped to the side of the bunk bed. I enjoy that a special code is given only for you to enter your room. I would recommend just to dust down the sides of window and side of bed ( black painted area) black does attract dust. I slept comfortable . The curtains are awesome, especially for that privacy. Staff is very polite and kind people. Location ...
Address: 107 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
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From Hilo International Airport, take a taxi (about 11 mins, 5.7 km) or request the free beach shuttle at arrival.
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