Don't hesitate to stay at Simone & Steve's Whaler home. The house is located just a short walk from downtown Hilo and several restaurants, shops, and a grocery store. We enjoyed being able to walk to everyday to different eating establishments. The house is beautiful and is so thoughtfully decorated while still being extremely clean. The beds are quite comfortable with nice linens and the shower was a huge hit. It was also so pleasant to open the windows and get such spectacular breezes throughout the day and night. The special touches like a cozy couch big enough for a family of four and multiple streaming tv channels made our stay all the more comfortable. This place is a real gem and we would definitely stay here again if in the area. Note this house is also a great launching point for Volcanoes National Park, Waipi'o Valley, and fun places like the Botanical Gardens and Zoo. Highly recommend!