This is my 3rd time booking here because it's so convenient for a Hilo stay.
I forgot to mention in my previous reviews fav conveniences that might be important for people like me that stay in an area for long periods of time (weeks or months).
1) KTA grocery store & farmers market is next door. Literally a few steps away. This alone makes a long stay super affordable because food cost can be incredibly low and fresh every day depending on your diet. There's a microwave but for those that don't like their nutrients elimnated, you might need to get creative. I travel with a small thermos sized "hot water maker" that I also use for direct frying veggies and meat to add variety. The Mr. Coffee I used to make ramen dishes...which the KTA has a good selection of noodles, sauces, meats, fish and veggies to dress up your ramen with.
2) The washer & dryer onsite are a newer stackable brand that work as you would expect. The machines are easily accessible to guest from the hallway to the retail store which is right outside the Sunflower room. It's a private area so your clothes are safe from the public.
3) Michele has a Turo rental car available, a compact 2013 Honda Insight Hybrid, that's resonably priced. Sorry AirBnB won't let me post the link but it's easy to search on Turo if you use my description + Hilo. Parking is not an issue in Hilo. It's not enforced so you can park anywhere overnight. There are several street parking spots available ....one is right outside the door, maybe 3 steps. If they're not available then the bayside park 2 blocks has plenty of parking. Having a car available onsite means you don't have to rent one for your entire visit because pick up and drop off is a breeze right there at Rainbow Jo's. Just rent as needed - I would plan ahead tho cuz it's a popular car on Turo.
4) There's always someone to talk to about anything you might need or questions by calling or talking directly to the retail sales staff during business hours that also help manage the rooms and car bookings. Great staff very friendly.
All of the other conveniences of proximity to the bay shore, parks, restaurants and bars I covered in my other reviews.