The Best Hotels Closest to University Theater in Hilo for 2026

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for University Theater hotels

A room with a window overlooking a beach, a sofa with cushions, and a small table.

A house with a stone retaining wall, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.

A large bed with a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

A swimming pool with a deck, surrounded by greenery.

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

2.6 km from University Theater

Lindy

SAR 929

SAR 1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a sandy beach.

A staircase leading to a reception area with a desk, two framed windows, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel oven, and a microwave.

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, a green patterned rug, a grey bean bag, a white coffee table, a grey sofa, and a ceiling fan.

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

2.1 km from University Theater

YUHEI

SAR 395

SAR 469 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a garden and a house.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of an outdoor garden with string lights.

A garden with a stone pathway, various plants, and a small pond.

3. Hilltop Vacation Rental

2.4 km from University Theater

Cynthia

SAR 291

SAR 568 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cozy dining area with a wooden cabinet, a green checkered tablecloth, and a painting of a surfer.

A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a large window with blinds.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing. There are two doors on the landing, one marked with the number 2 and the other with the number 3.

A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave. There is a framed picture on the wall above the counter.

4. Hilo Town Inn

1.6 km from University Theater

Adam

SAR 595

SAR 707 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A serene coastal landscape with palm trees, a calm river, and boats in the distance.

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a hammock. There are wicker lamps hanging from the ceiling and a large window providing a view of greenery outside.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, black rocking chairs, a staircase, and a mural on the wall.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, wooden ceiling, hanging lights, a mural, potted plants, and a seating area.

5. SCP Hilo Hotel

Keaukaha, 2 km from University Theater

John

SAR 489

SAR 692 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A balcony with a view of the sea, a cruise ship, and a yacht.

A parking lot with multiple cars parked under trees.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a view of the sea, and a building with a flat roof.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a blue sofa, and a painting of birds.

6. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Keaukaha, 2.3 km from University Theater

Meriam

SAR 485

SAR 576 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a pool surrounded by lounge chairs, a building with multiple floors, and a rocky shoreline.

A balcony with a glass table and two chairs, overlooking a body of water.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a view of the outdoors.

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

7. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Keaukaha, 2.2 km from University Theater

Shawn

SAR 643

SAR 936 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with wicker chairs facing a river with palm trees, a clear sky, and a distant bridge.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, seating areas, and large windows offering views.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, overlooking a body of water with trees and a distant shoreline.

A large hotel with multiple floors and balconies, a swimming pool in the foreground, and palm trees around the pool area.

8. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Keaukaha, 2.1 km from University Theater

Conrado

SAR 512

SAR 742 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A porch with a wicker sofa and a table, surrounded by a railing, overlooking a garden with a path and greenery.

A living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A two-story building with a green roof, a porch with a white railing, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Hoomaikai Blessing's

19 km from University Theater

Anthony

SAR 365

SAR 433 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

An indoor relaxation area with a stone floor, wooden tree structures, and a small pool.

A stone pathway leading to a building with a wooden fence and greenery.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

10. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

6.4 km from University Theater

Kelly

SAR 886

SAR 1,608 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

An aerial view of a lush landscape with a waterfall, dense greenery, and a few residential buildings.

A two-story house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a stone foundation.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A spacious kitchen with wooden countertops, a large island, and a dining area with benches.

11. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

6.4 km from University Theater

Heng

SAR 967

SAR 1,148 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A lush garden with palm trees and well-maintained grass.

A two-story building with a yellow facade, a covered porch, and a sign indicating a parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, a window, a chair, and a table outside.

A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of a beach through a glass door.

12. Arnott's Lodge

Keaukaha, 4.4 km from University Theater

Ryan

SAR 556

SAR 660 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A house with a triangular roof and a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a small stream.

A house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a visible rainbow in the sky.

A room with a sloped ceiling and two large windows offering a view of a lush garden and a waterfall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

13. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

9.5 km from University Theater

Jason

SAR 473

SAR 561 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A room with a view of lush greenery outside, a tiled floor, and a wooden ceiling.

A window with white blinds, a view of a garden with various plants and a structure in the background.

A guest entrance sign directing to the back deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A two-story house with a gabled roof, a covered porch, and a small outdoor seating area.

14. Hamakua Guesthouse

16.9 km from University Theater

Yuxuan

SAR 359

SAR 426 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A covered porch with a view of a road and lush greenery, including palm trees and various plants.

A two-story house with a wooden staircase, a balcony, and a small patio area with chairs and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a marble countertop, a built-in monitor, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.

A tropical garden with a stone wall, palm trees, and a yellow building with white shutters.

15. Aarons Cottage

Keaukaha, 4.4 km from University Theater

John

SAR 527

SAR 737 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious living area with a large brown sectional sofa, a wooden staircase, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A house with a garage, surrounded by tropical plants.

A porch with green railings, two white plastic chairs, and a small table with a red object on it.

A bedroom with a bed, a television, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

16. Hilo Vacation Rental

3.8 km from University Theater

Bryson

SAR 303

SAR 582 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to University Theater

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B	9.8 Exceptional 333 reviews	View
Howzit Hostels Hawaii	9.2 Wonderful 86 reviews	View
Hilltop Vacation Rental	9.0 Wonderful 152 reviews	View
Hilo Town Inn	8.8 Excellent 61 reviews	View
SCP Hilo Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

Top University Theater Hotel Reviews

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

8/10 Good

"If youʻre traveling on a budget and still would like to experience the island vibe, I think Reedʻs Bay Hotel is the place for you. Being that Hilo does NOT have very many hotel options, they are either very pricey or affordable with very few in between, Reedʻs Bay Hotel has gained our hearts with our last stay. The view from our window was gorgeous overlooking the water on one side, the pool was clean and inviting, the staff was helpful and friendly and the location was absolutely convenient. Our only gripes were 1, there is no elevator so we had to walk up three flights of stairs, (but then again so do the workers who clean the rooms daily), and there is no AC which made it hard on my menopausing body, lol. On our visit the weather was gorgeous which made our room very hot. Fans were provided and so were blackout curtains but it was still hot. However, would we stay there again? Absolutely!!"

SCP Hilo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the amazing customer service, accommodations and friendly staff, clean, beautiful, relaxing environment, i recommend to everyone!!!"

5 Sunshine Rental ,A quiet and comfortable studio located HIlo Heart.

10/10 Excellent

"Very cute large studio. Clean and had everything we needed, including kitchen appliances, bathroom essentials, sunscreen, towels, etc.. ac is a portable unit but worked very well! Also walkable to nearby restaurants/bars. Would definitely stay here again!"

Waiakea Villas Gem. Shared Pool & Private Balcony!

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! Exactly as described! Very reasonable, clean and comfortable. The manager answered all questions. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a good location in scenic Hilo at a reasonable price and within short driving distance of all the fun spots and restaurants in Hilo."

Sunshine Rentals is located in Hilo—quiet, comfortable, and cozy!

8/10 Good

"I was assigned to building 1 but the directions took me to building 8. It took me about 45 minutes to find building 1 with help eventually from friendly neighbors. Building 1 didn't have the number 1 on the building where you could see driving through the parking lot. When I did finally get into the room it was a pleasant stay and I did have a good night sleep. it was fun drinking tea on the little patio and watching the ducks on the pond. THANK YOU Onna"

Polynesian Koi Pond Gardens Condo in Hilo w pool

10/10 Excellent

"Yup"

Tropical Garden Condo with Pool Kitchen, and AC

10/10 Excellent

"Pool view, recent renovations, nice studio equiped kitchette. Large screen tv in sleeping area with bedside charging options. Remote fan, remote tv and a/c. Common area views. Back parking lot allows parking directly in front of the building. Unit had a breeze at night and balcony provides a teak bistro set and nice hammock. What it lacks in dressers or closets it gains in its cooler elevation and central location in town allowing easy access to all sides of Hilo town. Unit is in an older complex but new renovations, pool, and lots of back lot parking make it a winner."

Hawaiian Hideaway w/ Yard < 2 Miles to Hilo Bay!

8/10 Good

"Air conditioning wasn’t to great other than that house was perfect for our stay"

Hilo SunShine Rental.2bds1ba,common swimming pool.

8/10 Good

"It was just right for us. Convenient close to everything.Did have some challenges with the water diverter for the shower as well as the water pressure fading in and out.The lights and fan kept dimming or turning off and back on. We advised our host and said they would have it checked.My family member had bad knees and had a little bit of a challenge going up and down the stairs, but the unit was cozy."

Other attractions near University Theater

Hilo Shopping Center

8.0/10 (372 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hilo Shopping Center during your stay in Hilo. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Peʻepeʻe Falls & Boiling Pots

Explore the great outdoors at Peʻepeʻe Falls & Boiling Pots and enjoy the beautiful waterfalls during your trip to Hilo. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Wailoa Art Center

Enjoy an outing to Wailoa Art Center during your stay in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and scenic parks in the area.

See properties

Wailoa River State Park Hawaii

Wailoa River State Park Hawaii is just one of the places to see in Hilo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

See properties

Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

8.4/10 (79 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Panaewa Rainforest Zoo home during your trip to Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and scenic parks in the area.

See properties

Wailoa River State Recreation Area

After visiting Wailoa River State Recreation Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hilo. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium

Catch an event at Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium during your trip to Hilo. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and volcano viewpoints.

See properties

University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center during your stay in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University Theater?

University Theater is located in an area of Hilo known for its beautiful island views and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 66 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to University Theater?

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a golf course and 2 bars. It's located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from University Theater. Other good options within a few miles include Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel and SCP Hilo Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near University Theater?

Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University Theater.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University Theater, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to University Theater.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University Theater?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near University Theater, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near University Theater?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Mokupapapa Discovery Center, Imiloa Astronomy Center, or Lyman Museum. Local parks like Bayfront Park, Liliuokalani Park and Gardens, and Kalakaua Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Honoli'i Beach Park, Richardson's Ocean Park, and Onekahakaha Beach Park.

Find hotels near University Theater, Hilo from SAR 426

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for University Theater hotels

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

3. Hilltop Vacation Rental

4. Hilo Town Inn

5. SCP Hilo Hotel

6. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

7. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

8. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9. Hoomaikai Blessing's

10. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

11. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

12. Arnott's Lodge

13. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

14. Hamakua Guesthouse

15. Aarons Cottage

16. Hilo Vacation Rental

Compare popular hotels close to University Theater

Top University Theater Hotel Reviews

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

SCP Hilo Hotel

5 Sunshine Rental ,A quiet and comfortable studio located HIlo Heart.

Waiakea Villas Gem. Shared Pool & Private Balcony!

Sunshine Rentals is located in Hilo—quiet, comfortable, and cozy!

Polynesian Koi Pond Gardens Condo in Hilo w pool

Tropical Garden Condo with Pool Kitchen, and AC

Hawaiian Hideaway w/ Yard < 2 Miles to Hilo Bay!

Hilo SunShine Rental.2bds1ba,common swimming pool.

Other attractions near University Theater

Hilo Shopping Center

Peʻepeʻe Falls & Boiling Pots

Wailoa Art Center

Wailoa River State Park Hawaii

Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium

University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center

Frequently asked questions