Megan and Jasper made me feel welcome from the start. They are easy-going and have a lovely set up in downtown Hilo. The mini-compound is brilliantly colored and a very chill place to spend some time. Great eateries are just around the corner along with the Hilo Farmer's Market (almost daily) and the downtown shops. Favorite local eateries include Nuang Mai (Thai) and the Conscious Culture Cafe. This place also has the added bonus of sharing a sidewalk with a great acupuncture studio, as well.

I initially booked with these guys for the Christmas week but my reservation was soon refunded due to overbooking. I booked again for a later date and was accepted. Closer to the date, they wrote to upgrade my room due to overbooking again. In the end, the space was great and I really enjoyed the room.

Also, due to Hawaiian state taxes, there is a nearly 14% tax expected upon arrival in addition to the cost of your stay. Don't be caught off guard as I was, read the fine print!