The value for Steve’s place has no comparison. If you want to feel like you are staying in a Hawaiian house, this place is it. Very spacious, high ceilings and awesome yard and full wraparound patio. Is it far from everything? Yes. But you have everything you need to cook here. Even though downtown Hilo was an usual 30 minute drive it didn’t feel like it(FYI. Most of Hilo is closed by 8-9pm). The cliff side water beach(although it’s not really a beach) is breathtaking.
Yes there are bugs but we weren’t bothered by it. The frogs were in full awake mode throughout the night. The roosters would wake us up by 5am(although they were active as early as 3am). SO BRING EARPLUGS!!! This is if you want to sleep in late.
Location wise, it’s in the middle of volcano National park and Waipi’o Valley. So if you plan to visit these places then this place is for you. Also you got all the major zip line companies 40 minutes away.
Last, avoid Walmart and visit KTA for your groceries. And avoid Cafe 100 in Hilo. It’s horrible bland food. 😢