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A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with curtains, a clock on the wall, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
A living room with a sectional sofa, ottoman, and a coffee table. There are two windows providing natural light, and the room has a wooden floor.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. There is a dining area visible through an open door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2478 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilo Farmers Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hilo

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Gilbert Carvalho Park and Hamakua Heritage Corridor. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Rainbow Falls - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kalakaua Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kaumana Caves Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ohana Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪L & L Drive-Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Antics Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room!

Welcome to Hale Ulu Kealoha - "The House of Growing Love"
In the historic town of Hilo, Hawaii on the east side of the island where tourists mingle with locals and really experience the 'Spirit of Aloha', we welcome you to stay in our home to enjoy Hilo and surrounding areas. The two story house features the upstairs main living area with a full kitchen, dining area, big living room, three bedrooms and one full bathroom. The kitchen includes a range for cooking and baking, microwave, and full size refrigerator. The dining area seats six guests comfortably. The living room boasts an upright piano as well as TV, free Wi-Fi, and books to acquaint you with our island.

The full downstairs floor is centered around a large rec room with lots of couch seating, a large flat screen streaming TV, and one private sleeping area (perfect for teens and young adults). There is also another bathroom with a large tiled, walk-in shower. The laundry room for the house is on this bottom level and available for your use.

Hale Ulu Kealoha sleeps up to 8 guests.

Fly into Hilo International Airport (12 minute drive) or Kona Airport (90 minute drive). We highly recommend spending a few days exploring Hilo and surrounding areas including Rainbow Falls (5 minute drive), Kaumana Caves (10 minute drive), Imiloa Astronomy Center, Volcanoes National Park (45 minute drive), historic Hamakua corridor and inspiring local shops and restaurants just a few minutes drive (or walk) from the house. E Komo Mai - Welcome!

Book with confidence—this is a licensed, legal vacation rental managed by professionals with decades of local experience. Always double check that you are booking a place that is operating legally in Hawaii - no surprises, just aloha!
TA-070-012-2112-01
STVR-19-360371
NUC-19-1068
The vacation home features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,478 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 323261400000, TA-070-012-2112-01, GE-070-012-2112-01

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

2624-269678

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Hilo is within a 10-minute walk of Gilbert Carvalho Park and Hamakua Heritage Corridor. You'll also find Rainbow Falls and Kalakaua Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room!?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room! good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO), which is 5.5 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room!?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room!.

LOOK! Spacious Home in the Heart of Hilo - Bonus Rec Room! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maile

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We truly enjoyed our stay !!! It was clean , comfortable & great communication. Definitely will stay again next year ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and economical for a worktrip to UH Hilo.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberta Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appreciated all the Hawaiiana details ...loved the original floors & furnishing! Extremely clean & accommodated our ohana of 9 for Tutu's Celebration of Life.So very convenient located in upper Hilo.Zarbaugh ohana
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Large spacious house just minutes from downtown. There was plenty of room for my whole family to spread out. Kitchen was fully supplied with all the kitchen ware you could possible need making cooking super easy. The large downstairs den was a perfect hangout spot for teenagers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt the Aloha Spirit Here

Very nice accommodations for a party of 8. Very convenient location and necessities that made our stay carefree!Kindly note that we bought 2 small fans. Could not use the overhead fan in our bedroom as it was dusty, but no big deal!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

cynthia d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The overall stay was great. Fans were provided throughout the home was awesome. Basement area was huge. Loved the bathrooms lots of towels. Just a few minor issues. Blinds in bedrooms were difficult to use. At times the traffic was loud. I definitely would recommend this place to family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Great house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house perfect size for our small group The location in the downtown area of Hilo made it super accessible and convenient. I definitely recommend staying there whenever you’re in east Hawaii. Very clean and organized with plenty space and comfortable furniture! Five stars.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great family vacation spot!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My extended family loved staying in this cute house. Everything was just as advertised. The location in Hilo was perfect for exploring the area, and everyone had plenty of space. My niece was able to practice her piano lessons! Would definitely stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scottnjoni

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was great for a family. Large comfortable rooms and plenty of room for family activities. The kitchen had everything we needed. The location was near sites we wanted to visit. Although we didn’t have air conditioning, we were comfortable most of the time, except the first night. We arrived at night and the windows had been closed. It was uncomfortably warm late into the night. That night we also heard traffic noise— honking horns on the street in front of us. We enjoyed out time at this house and would recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hanako T.

Rental house in Hilo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our first time stay in Hilo was fantastic. We had stay in hotel in Hilo before but this house made our Hilo experience much more fun. The house had classic Hawaii vibe, felt welcome and comfortable for my family of 5. The location was perfect. 20 min walk or 5 min drive to Hilo town. We had a lot of fun during our stay. The house was really clean and maintained. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

So much space!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This vacation house is really nice and big! Upstairs is the main house with bedrooms, kitchen and living room. Then the downstairs has a giant rec room with lots of sofas and a big TV. It was a perfect spot for our kids to hang out together while the adults could be more relaxed upstairs. We had 4 adults and 3 kids for a week and everyone loved this place. We hope to visit Hilo again and stay here!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Hilo Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a lovely surprise! This house was perfect for our large family, traveling with three generations to Hilo. We normally stay on the Kona side but decided to fly into Hilo from Honolulu and this house is maybe 15 minutes from the airport. The home is in town and convenient to the historic downtown area. We did not know there was so many places to eat and the farmers market is open everyday. Rainbow falls is a must see and the scenic drive up the Hamakua coast is so beautiful. After spending all day out it was very relaxing to have separate spaces in the house for everyone to do their own thing. There are two living rooms with one upstairs and the other downstairs. Well stocked with all essentials and convenient for stay, definitely worth checking out when you’re in Hilo.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

West K.

Nice location near downtown Hilo, this house had everything

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This old house turned out to be a very good fit for out group of 8. It’s an old home, as are most in Hilo, but the place and its location grew on us during our 5 night stay. No A/C, but it was not really needed during our stay in December. All the rooms have ceiling fans and screened windows. In addition, there are several portable standing fans that can be used in any room. The property owner provides many extra portable fans for use wherever needed. There are two bathrooms, one on the main floor with a large shower, toilet and two sinks. The basement bathroom has a very large shower room with two shower heads, one toilet and on sink. The basement also has a separate private bedroom (full size bed) and a very large bonus room with lots of comfortable couches (at least one is a pull out sofa bed) The laundry room is also in the basement with one extra large top loader and two large dryers. The three upstairs bedrooms all have queen sized beds. Amenities are generous! Although the home is located on a very busy street, the street behind it are quiet and are excellent for morning walks. Although we were not overwhelmed with the home and location initially, it felt like home by the end of our stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

velma a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Conveniently Located Hilo Home

The house is located on a major street (for Hilo), so you do get some minor traffic noise; however, it was an excellent home-base for my family. It is conveniently located to anywhere you needed to visit in Hilo town. It was a quiet neighborhood (across the prison) and the side street (where the carport is located) had very little traffic and it was easy to come & go. Finding the light in the carport at night was a bit of a challenge and the the walkway to the front door was dark, (motion sensor lighting for the carport & walkway would have been good), the little solar path lights did not turn on. The house itself is a typical old-fashioned Hilo single wall house that has been well maintained with upgraded bathrooms and a renovated downstairs was more space than we needed. The house was very clean and the beds were comfortable with enough towels, extra pillows and blankets. It was everything we needed for our stay, it was very spacious enough for 7 adults (even though the dining table only fits 6, though we made it work). We knew there wasn't any air conditioners, so thank you for the multiple fans. Though, really, the house didn't get that hot and the cross-breeze was enough to keep everyone cool. The piano was an extra enjoyable treat for my brother to play. We would stay here again. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna V.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suraj

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025