We had a great stay in Hilo. The amazing hospitality of the locals really stood out and the slower pace was a welcome respite. The unit was a newly remodeled one in an older building that feels like it was a hotel at one point. It faces a man-made waterfall and pond which we’re truly a highlight. We spent most of our ‘home’ time outside watching the birds and fish. It was amazingly mosquito free. We also walked in the large riverside park next door in the mornings. The location is relatively central in Hilo but I couldn’t imagine being there without a car. Inside, the toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner and house shoes provided were a welcome surprise. The beds in the rooms were comfortable but the sofa as a bed was not. The smaller room does not have a window and was uncomfortably hot to sleep in, even with the provided fans. We ended up unscrewing the lights in the living room fan so that we could keep it on all night with the patio door open to keep the cool air moving. The motion detector lights were very sensitive and turned on every time we moved. We cooked dinner every night and there were plenty of pots and pans. I missed full sized plates and regular glasses- there were only coffee mugs. While there, we never had any concern that required reaching out to the owner but she was very responsive in the booking process. I would stay again.