Excellent central location; friendly & accommodating host; small, clean, ergonomic subterranean space.
This location is about as urban as the island gets, and if your vision is to sit outside on your deck and look at palm trees, you will be disappointed.
It is a great place to stay if you:
Require air conditioning (a rarity in Hilo)
Enjoy restaurants, shopping, farmers’ markets and nightlife
Are traveling light
Plan to stay busy / want to see as much as possible in a short time
Have limited or no access to a car