We will definably stay here again on our next trip to Hilo. Very convenient location The picture does not do the Lanai justice, you have to see it to believe it. We had breakfast and take out dinner on the lanai. Kaleo answered every question promptly. Kilauea is about 50 minute drive from here. Another must see is Akaka Falls State park, about a 40 minute from here. If you want to do something totally awesome drive to Kona and take a night swim with the Manatees. they came up with in inches of you and this particular one was was approximately 14 foot across.