We chose the Aloha Suite because of the incredible reviews, so much so that we changed our travel plans to ensure we could stay here.
And you know what? It was better than we hoped!
Hearing the bird songs in the early morning, walking to the lava-crusted seaside for sunrise, hiking through a jungle to a sea turtle beach, being chased by whales, driving up to see active lava flows in Volcanoes National Park, seeing the bright stars twinkling above, everything was exactly what we wanted! Even though the stay was only for a few days we were able to easily reach the sights and sounds of the Hilo side of the Island.
The Suite itself is cozy and comes with a guide book, phone numbers, and directions. It comes equipped with air conditioning that we didn't even need to use because the natural Hawaiian breeze was enough to keep the house comfortable.
What really put the Aloha Suite over the top was Alan and Lori's hospitality and welcoming nature. They are very easy-going and made us feel right at home. They gave wonderful suggestions for activities, food, hikes, and beaches! They keep the Suite stocked with supplies like a cold bag, cooler, and beach chairs, ready to go for any adventure, and have snorkel gear upon request.
The highlight of our trip was the whale watching tour. Most guides mentioned the Kona side for whale watching, but we loved our tour with Hilo Ocean Adventures! It was done in a small boat -- just a 6-seater --, but that meant a pod of dolphins could get within petting distance. Try them out if you're looking for whale watching, or other ocean adventures, while you are staying here!
Can't wait for our next visit!