We decided to stay at a property that had a bit more land, and to see how others are self-sustaining themselves with private farm. Malar's property is exceptional, the family has put tons of hard work into the farm and landscape. Its a short car ride to downtown and all the other tourist sites in Hilo. The property is at an elevation where it's not too hot and every comfortable. Lastly the mosquito netting around the entire large patio made eating and relaxing on the outside deck truly enjoyable.