It's very close to bus stop for the Volcanoes and on the same road as some beautiful waterfalls. So overall could be worse but it doesn't really have any competition so doesn't have to improve just keep cheap rates.
I've stayed there for years oartly because I liked the owner and the manager. It's recently changed hands and that friendly family feeling left too plus the lodging prices increased by 50% Ouch! I guess good things don't last forever...
There's bugs in the room, cockroaches and a lizard on my last night. The windows were open and flies and things you kind of accept but cockroaches no. This whole it's Hawaii thing doesn't fly I've stayed on the other islands and Australia that also have cockroaches and have never seen any in the rooms.
They'll charge you to use the facilities if you stay after 12pm on the day you check out which I've never experienced before. Hilo isn't exactly a place you want to hang out in either.
It's alright. Like it's fine there's a few niggles and I'm an experienced hostel traveller.
Nice location downtown, the lady at reception was welcoming and pleasant. Interesting building, would have preferred it being more clean or modern for the cost compared to other hostels on the island but overall it was a good experience.
I really like the atmosphere here. Very relaxing and cozy space. There weren't many things to do and go nearby but if you have a car, it wouldn't be a problem. Surely I would like to stay again.
Friendly staff and inviting atmosphere. The common area is large and comfortable. The shared rooms have bunk beds. There is a common use kitchen that has everything you need. The farmers market is right down the street. There are a ton of things to do within walking distance.
Fresh bedding is provided for each guest and check in is straight forward. Kind of an awkward vibe but it's good if you just need a place to sleep, not so much meet people.
Rooms could do with a good blitz there were clumps of hair and dust. But I've seen worse on that front. It's got a bit of an odd vibe but you still meet people. There's not really any security people can just walk in off the street and often sheltered from the rain in the entrance.
Hilo Bay Hostel is a US Lodging based in Hilo, Hawaii. Hilo Bay Hostel is located at 101 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USA.
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