Loleina's place is fantastic. It's kid friendly. The neighborhood is walkable. There is much to explore. The kitchen is well-appointed. There is outstanding reading material. It's relaxing. It is mold-free. It's close enough to the belt road that the Pahoa traffic is not a big issue. Out back there is a fascinating lava field. There has been mention of a gecko issue from other reviewers. It's the first place on the island where we've only seen one gecko inside. I highly recommend this as a home base for exploring HPP, Hilo and Pahoa!