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Newly Renovated Cozy 2Br 1Ba Apt in Waiakea Villas

2.0 star property
Lakefront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Property grounds
Beach nearby, beach towels
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom575 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hilo, HI
  • Place, Wailoa River State Park Hawaii
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilo Shopping Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hilo

This apartment places you next to Wailoa River State Park Hawaii and Wailoa River State Recreation Area. The apartment includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Wailoa River State Park Hawaii - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hilo Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Panaewa Rainforest Zoo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Island Candies - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Just Cruisin Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ola Brew Hilo Taproom - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Newly Renovated Cozy 2Br 1Ba Apt in Waiakea Villas

Newly renovated second floor end unit, almost everything is NEW, with vaulted ceiling, garden/pond view, across from Waiakea Pond and Wailoa River State Park. Nice walk or drive 1 mile to beach park, downtown Hilo and Farmers Market for Hawaii's best local products. Just 2 miles to Hilo Airport (ITO), 40 min to Volcanoes National Park, 1 hour to Mauna Kea and 1.5 hours to Kona Airport (KOA). Explore nearby Rainbow & Akaka Falls, Boiling Pots, Liliuokalani & Tropical Botanical Gardens.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a safe.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 575 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
TO AVOID TROPICAL INSECTS , PLEASE HELP WASH YOUR DISHES, CLEAN/RETURN BEACH EQUIPMENTS TO DECK STORAGE BOX IF USED.
TURN OFF DE-HUMILIFIER.
PLEASE ENSURE MAILBOX AND POOL KEYS HANGING ON THE RACK NEAR ENTRY DOOR, PLEASE RETURN ENTRY KEYS BACK TO LOCKBOX. LOST KEY $50 PER KEY.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

To avoid tropical insects, please keep lanai screen door closed after step out, wash dirty dishes before leaving, keep food enclosed or refrigerated
Laundry card: Please add funds back at building 9 machine if used.
Please help save energy (big island electricity price is 3 times high to national average). Be mindful to neighbors, no loud noise during quiet time.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 GE-000-830-5152-01, TA-000-830-5152-01, 220300030049

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this apartment?

This apartment in Hilo is within a 10-minute walk of Hamakua Heritage Corridor, Wailoa River State Park Hawaii, and Wailoa River State Recreation Area. You'll also find Hilo Shopping Center and Peʻepeʻe Falls & Boiling Pots less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, this apartment doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Newly Renovated Cozy 2Br 1Ba Apt in Waiakea Villas?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside apartment include a kitchen and a smart TV in each apartment with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Newly Renovated Cozy 2Br 1Ba Apt in Waiakea Villas?

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

Does this apartment offer breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

How close is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO), which is 2.9 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Newly Renovated Cozy 2Br 1Ba Apt in Waiakea Villas?

Yes, every apartment at Newly Renovated Cozy 2Br 1Ba Apt in Waiakea Villas comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Reviews

Newly Renovated Cozy 2Br 1Ba Apt in Waiakea Villas Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY S.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great place to stay in Hilo. It is centrally located, so access to anywhere was a reasonable distance. Just wish it had a centrally located AC unit rather than just a bedroom one. Air was hard to circulate. Definitely hope to stay again! Mahalo!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
All coordination, communication, and accommodations were fantastic! Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmine S.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We could see that host tried very hard to create a nice place to stay but there were so many problems…broken door lock on sliding doors, everything on crazy remote controls, very unusual lights in the living room, lots of things taped to the walls and falling off. There was only one tiny air conditioner in one of the bedrooms. But the worst part was they were trimming trees behind the unit the entire time we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

C. S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Quirky!

Great location for our needs. Walkable to a gorgeous park and restaurant.(Ola Brew)Definitely clean, no bugs!Enjoyed the balcony and watching the chickens in the morning.Located in a vintage resort converted to apartments. All the residents we met were very nice. . Definitely use the 395 Hualani St address in the GPS. Much easier to park.Owner was very prompt to answer any questions. You will need to download an app to use the washer and dryer (it’s easy!)Pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jane Wesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better instructions to the location would be helpful as Google Maps was confused. Also, nicer towels would be helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mahavir

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashten H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Hilo!

My family of 5, including 3 kids age 6-11, loved our stay here. We greatly appreciated the outdoor items to borrow such as boogie boards, cooler and picnic blankets. Having AC in one of the bedrooms was so nice! The location was great and wasn’t far from anything we did around Hilo. We enjoyed the chickens and boars around the complex but if you are a sensitive sleeper, they will probably wake you up. My kids loved playing in the pool. We struggled just a little arriving late at night and it being dark. We were not sure which building was #3 and had a little confusion about the door with the same apt number before the actual door. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kellie b.

Liked: Cleanliness

thumbs up 80%

this place was very nice. loved the chickens that roosted in the tree and the 2 wild boars (that didn't bother anyone). the cats and ducks.... loved the little mini zoo! the kitchen and bathroom were updated and very modern. all new pans and place settings. the bedrooms were very small but we there to see the sites of hilo it didn't matter. the swimming pool didn't look to good-on the green side and they need more chairs and loungers around the pool. the property was close to hilo, stores and other sites. hilo is so much cheaper than staying in kona and kona is only 1.5 hours away from hilo. we made that trip several times during our stay! never saw any boarded property and didn't feel uncomfortable coming to the property after dark.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret W., Arroyo Grande, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice unit shares same grounds with an abandoned resort

Our upper level unit was very clean and well-stocked with everything we needed, including a few, nice extra touches. Beds were comfortable, but bedrooms were very small and hard to maneuver around; beds took up most of floor space. We especially enjoyed watching the fun chicken and bird activity from our lanai each morning and evening. Stairs only; no elevator to upper level units. The grounds and pool around our building were clean and well-kept. The pool area had only a few chairs for sitting, some broken, and no lounges for lying down. The current state of the expansive resort-like buildings overlooking a large lagoon on the same property as our condo unit is quite different from the condo listing's pictures. They are boarded up, marked with graffiti and strewn with garbage, which felt a bit concerning to us. On the other hand, the sprawling grounds beyond the abandoned resort buildings, as well as an adjacent park, surrounding the lagoon area, were well-manicured and beautiful to stroll around on.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yusen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice home nice owner

Room is clean and lovely. The owner provides almost everything we could need during our stay, and replies immediately after every question, it’s a really nice experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location! Thoughtful Host!

The location was perfect for all of the places on the island we wanted to visit. It is less than 5 miles from ITO airport and 45 mins. from the The National Volcanic Park. The drive to the other side of the island was only 1.5 hours away as well. If you do not rent a car, the Hele bus service is also available. Our host thought of everything and the unit was well stocked with everything we needed and had not thought about. This unit had such beautiful natural surroundings. We had breakfast on the balcony every morning looking at hundred year old banyan trees and lush greenery. Since we were celebrating our 21st anniversary, our host had a pretty Lei decorating the door and chocolate covered macademia nuts waiting for us. Also, we wanted to go to the beach, but did not have any equipment. Our host had snorkeling gear, bogie boards, beach towels, a bag for our gear and a cooler ready for us to use. This host was awesome and he was attentive to our questions during our stay. We are looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024