This place was perfect for our stay on the Big Island! It’s close to the better beaches on the island- in my opinion and you’re not submerged in tourists. It’s a cute town with lots of character. There’s a market within walking distance that sells fresh produce and plenty of super markets around also within walking distance if you prefer making food or drinking at home. We cooked most of our meals and the kitchen was perfect for anything we made. The kitchen and living space were spacious and practical and the bathroom was clean! The towels still smelled good after 8 days! The bed was comfy, and the windows were the best touch for us! open them all- you won’t regret it! As for the noise that was mentioned in a previous comment- Hilo is a sleepy town and most things close relatively early for a downtown and we had no problems with noise!