The older part of Hilo is not "gentrified" as some of the other older towns are. This apartment is just 3 blocks from the bay front park and the street and shops fronting the park. In that sense, it is an ideal location. The apartment provides a very clean and basic environment. The traffic can be quite noisy during the night, but if the windows are closed, it is not bad. However, if the windows are closed, the apartment can get very hot. This may have been addressed by the time you read this, but it might be worth addressing with the owner with regard to the current situation.