This was an adventure. After years of traveling utilizing the Westins and Hiltons we decided to try hostels. What a pleasant experience. We met some very interesting people, had a lot of fun, and felt as if we were being brought into a very enjoyable extended family. We did choose a room with a private bath, didn't want to experience... More

There wasn't a soft drink box, no TV, no laundry and the Internet was expensive because it was really slow, if you could get on around the employees. The owner was not friendly at all and his staff like-wise and none were ever helpful. Personal food seemed to disapear from the ice-box. It was a long way from most activities,... More

The price for a private room was $38, but all the rooms get traffic noise from the downtown corner location. No private bath. Atmosphere is comfortable and the location is good. I got a private bath and a better room at the Wild Ginger Inn, only a couple blocks away, for $40 per night (I stayed 30 nights). Elaine Munro,... More

I'm from Sacramento, CA where a lot of new houses are. Hilo MAY be seen as a run down town, but I think it's cute! The big island is TINY compared to CA, but I loved it! It's very country-ish, and that was awesome.The Hilo Bay Hostel is a newer hostel and freshly renovated. I really liked the look of... More