We have stayed at many vacation homes in Hilo, and this one is far and away the best. The unit was super comfortable for the three of us (two adults and one child), with everything we needed, including beach toys. This condo is at the very end of the building, literally across the hall from the service elevator, which makes it super convenient to the pool and parking lot. The unit is also climate-controlled, with A/C throughout, unlike many places in Hilo. It is MUCH cooler and drier than other units we’ve stayed in, especially those in the other condo towers and single-family homes around Hilo.
And did I mention the view? The only way to really describe it is — Wow! Each morning we opened the curtains to be greeted by the most spectacular sunrises over the lagoon. After a long day at the beach, it was wonderful to come home, cool down and relax while watching the palms swaying over the unbelievably blue water.
We’ve stayed at many hotels around Hilo, but this was such a better option. For the same price or cheaper than a single hotel room, we got two gorgeous bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen, and three lanais, not to mention a pool that was like our own private oasis, since we never saw another guest there during our stay. For a family or two couples, staying at a place like this is like having an upscale home in Hawaii, and SO much better than a hotel. The parking was included, unlike at most Hilo hotels, and super convenient. We also walked everywhere, from the farmers market to a bunch of great nearby restaurants, including Hilo Burger Joint, Kenichi Restaurant, and Cafe 100. Nights we didn’t feel like going out, we cooked in, and every morning we had fresh fruit from the farmers market, which we ate while watching the sunrise. Talk about paradise!
Terry was a wonderful host, with great, simple communications, and checkin and checkout were super easy. The furniture and appliances in this condo are brand new and high-end, easily the nicest we’ve seen in any rental on the Big Island. It’s always hard to leave Hawaii at the end of a vacation, but this unit felt like home, and we never wanted to leave. We can’t wait for our next stay!