Robin is a true super hostess, and this is a rare and unique home. Hilo is already one of the most traditional Hawaiian towns in the state, and this home fulfills that traditional character, while adding modern plumbing and electrical, along with an eclectic collection of antique furniture. The bed was super comfortable (a king no less!), and the kitchen had everything we needed. But the best was the living room, aka The Reading Room, withe bookshelves on all walls (and more) stacked from floor to ceiling with classics from the last 80 years ranging from anthropology to history to health, psychology, sex, politics, retirement, and almost everything else. Then, over-the-top, one section of a bookcase is filled with original vinyl records (and their worn covers) of every musical genre covering the last 65 years. The modern turn-table is there, and you have a choice of three "chaises longues", (reclining couches for one person), each with a blanket, to curl up in with your favorite book and listen to Muddy Waters (or Beethoven, Charlie Mingus or Bob Dylan). We even danced to Joan Armatrading -- lovely. Anyway, you get the idea. Located with easy access to most of Hilo, 2 blocks from the Natural Food Store. For a Taste of Hilo, don't miss Robin's B & B.