We enjoyed staying at the Hilo Beach Cottage at Onekahaka Park. The lodging was very spacious and comfortable. The ocean view from the cottage is spectacular and walking along the beach at sunrise before the park opened was truly magical. You need to be aware that this lodging faces a beach park open to the public from 7:00 to 9:00 so it can get busy and noisy during the day. Hey, but where else in Hawaii can you have beach front lodging at this price!
I would recommend to other travelers in the Hilo area.