We stayed in Daryl's place for two nights. The room is the complete second floor of the house where the host lives in the first floor. It is a studio so the kitchen is in the same room of the beds. Daryl installed a powerful range hood (in contrast to the microwave hood) so it keeps the room clean if you are cooking. it is near Hilo and is about 30 away from the Volcano National Park, which is convenient for people visiting the park and wanting to eat in a restaurant in Hilo. The host is vey responsive to our need and questions. recommended.