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Hilltop Vacation Rental

3.0 star property
Mountain hideaway where guests can play pool or relax on comfy couches, enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

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Hilltop Vacation Rental sits high in the mountains, offering a peaceful retreat with its garden views. Travelers appreciate the billiards table for evening entertainment, in-room WiFi for staying connected, express check-in for a smooth arrival, and the lobby TV for downtime.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe or closet
  • Ocean view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Hilo, Hilltop Vacation Rental is in the suburbs and in the mountains. Lyman Museum and Palace Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gilbert Carvalho Park and East Hawaii Cultural Center. Mokupapapa Discovery Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Hilo travel guide
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Map
57 Hina St, Hilo, HI, 96720

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Falls which includes a cascade and a garden
    Rainbow Falls
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bucket Loads of Anthuriams for sale
    Hilo Farmers Market
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gilbert Carvalho Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kalakaua Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • Crazy Grandmaz
    3 min drive
  • Kozmic Cones
    16 min walk
  • Antics Pizza
    3 min drive
  • The Temple Bar
    3 min drive

About this property

Hilltop Vacation Rental

Guesthouse near Port of Hilo
Hilltop Vacation Rental provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a billiards/pool table
  • Smoke-free premises and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Property Registration Number No Registration ID

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hilltop Vacation Rental House Hilo
Hilltop Vacation Rental Hilo
Hilltop Vacation Rental Hilo
Hilltop Vacation Rental Guesthouse
Hilltop Vacation Rental Guesthouse Hilo

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop Vacation Rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Vacation Rental?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Vacation Rental?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hilltop Vacation Rental located?

Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Lyman Museum, Hamakua Heritage Corridor, and St. Joseph Catholic Church. Gilbert Carvalho Park and Naha Stone are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hilltop Vacation Rental Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
View and property were beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property. So very quiet and very friendly staff. We would return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, great views of Hilo Bay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this little gem of a place. Have stayed here twice over the past year in two different rooms. The bed could use an upgrade, it was a little too soft and the pillows small. Besides that, it is thoughtfully stocked and wonderful grounds. The views are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was quiet the room was clean and restaurants weren't too far away for dining
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Leschon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hilltop Vacation Rental was great for our needs which was a place to stay for 1 night in Hilo. The property sits on a hill which was lovely for being in a quiet area and for privacy. The house, room, and bathroom was clean and we felt safe. The house is older, so just keep this in mind when
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot great space
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I was in was large and had great views of Hilo Bay. The sunrise was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very sweet, well-kept stately old property that exudes then charm of old Hilo. Check in was easy- note there are some fairly steep stairs leading up to the front door, as well as stairs within the house. I was very comfortable in my efficiency room, and especially appreciated the water, condensation, and diamond bakery cream crackers which were a much needed snack during my Merrie Monarch adventures! A great location and a comfortable place to stay for any Hilo vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Judith

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the property was loud, fake birds chirping loudly all night, dog would bark a lot, can hear people in adjoining rooms. Ear pods but can't sleep with anything in my ear. only received housekeeping 2x with 6 night stay. Towels smelled. AC was not well equipped for sleeping area. One last night there someone tried to get into room at 11pm by using pin code on door. Didn't feel safe there. Big gap under all rooms.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice studio apartment with a view of the ocean. The room was clean; the A/C worked; beach towels provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ajanth Anilkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the location and the beautiful common areas at Hilltop Legacy — peaceful surroundings and stunning views! The host was very friendly and even took time to chat with us and share some great local recommendations. The bathroom didn’t have a vent, so it could get a bit musty after use, and we missed having a microwave and an iron. Also, if you’re a light sleeper, the hens cooing through the night might be a bit disruptive. Overall, a charming place with a lot of character and hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nuo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is very clean and beautiful, the owner enthusiastically gave us the guide of checkin, if there is an opportunity we will consider living again :⁠-⁠)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is so cute and well kept, there was a pool table and the owners greeted us and made us feel right at home. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A short Hilo break

A short but pleasant stay. Beautiful view and everything was as described. Would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful and spacious property Friendly staff and nothing was a problem We relaxed whilst either looking at Mauna Kea or Hilo and the ocean Very convenient to Hilo Ate at restaurant recommend. It was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haydee Lara consulting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host and excellent service!🌺 Mahalo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy in, easy out. Clean little place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View from the house is beautiful especially sunrise in the morning. Walking distance to Hilo downtown. Property is at decent conditions. No elevator then if you don’t mind to carry luggages upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

sacchin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to stay

Great views of the ocean and surrounding greenery. The property is well maintained and the communal area with pool table and games Is a great touch. Jade and the team went to every effort to make sure our stay was amazing. A 5 minute drive Into Hilo town but beware if you choose to walk it, the 20 minute walk back is all uphill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing view from the king suite! Charming character and appreciated keurig with coffee pods and creamer, silverware and paper plates, etc. Walls thin and had some disturbance from one neighbor. Parking is difficult and steep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

This is a very economical but charming place to stay. It has more of an Airbnb feel to it. The setting is quite wonderful. I think for it to be convenient it helped a lot to have a vehicle. Good small refrigerator, small microwave and a Keureg coffee maker, but not much else for food preparation and eating. I enjoyed the chickens.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our 7-night stay at Hilltop vacation rental! We had the economy room with a view of the ocean and it was very cool to wake up to the sun rising. The room was clean, there was a shower and bathroom and all of the necessary essentials for our stay—coffee maker, small fridge, etc…The parking was a bit tight, but our rental Jeep fit into the parking spots! It was a quiet and peaceful stay. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an relaxing one-night stay at the hilltop retreat! The host was incredibly kind and accommodating, making sure every aspect of our experience was top-notch. The ocean views were breathtaking, and the sounds of the tropical rain throughout the night created a magical ambiance. The king bed was super comfortable, and I loved the creative floor plan of the unit—it added a unique charm to the whole experience. Five stars all the way for this charming and relaxing getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning views at a reasonable price

We absolutely loved sitting on our balcony throughout our stay. It was definitely the highlight of this room, with stunning views and peaceful breezes (except the crowing roosters). The location of this property gave us easy access to everything we wanted to do in the Hilo area, which was a big plus. The price was more than reasonable and the hosts were helpful. The only downside was substandard pillows and a hard bed (which someone else might not mind, but I found uncomfortable). All in all, I would recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024