This is an amazing location - peaceful, safe and overlooking a lagoon where sea turtles swim and warm themselves on the protruding rocks. Don’t let any negative reviews about locals giving tourists a hard time (I’ve seen a few) stop you from going to Hilo; we met quite a few locals and every one of them showed great Hawaiian hospitality and offered advice on the local area. You will be extremely happy you picked this place to stay for your trip to the Big Island!