The Best Hotels Closest to Panaewa Rainforest Zoo in Hilo for 2026

Our top choices for Panaewa Rainforest Zoo hotels

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

1.2 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Yasuko

￥19,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Premier Room, 1 Bedroom, Bay View, Oceanfront | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

1.6 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Guhui

￥44,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 14 - Jul 15

SCP Hilo Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.8 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Anthony

￥33,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Hilltop Vacation Rental

1.9 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Kathryn

￥29,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 8 - Jul 9

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Keaukaha, 1.7 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Celsa

￥35,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 14 - Jul 15

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Keaukaha, 1.8 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Candace

￥32,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.9 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

ROCHELLE

￥27,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 12 - Jul 13

Arnott's Lodge

Keaukaha, 4.3 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Enoy

￥30,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 3 - Jul 4

Aarons Cottage

Keaukaha, 4.2 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Ryan

￥36,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

Hilo Vacation Rental

3.7 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Mike

￥28,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 14 - Jul 15

Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

5.4 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

"We had the ocean view room on the second floor. It was newly renovated, with a beautiful private bathroom and beautiful wood work throughout. We were a bit spoiled when we were there, since there were no other guests on our floor during our stay. The kitchen and living room were spacious and well equipped, and Josh was always there to help us if we needed it. We would definitely stay here in the future"

Dag

￥69,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 16 - Jul 17

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

5.9 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Barbara

￥49,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Family Cottage, Lanai, Waterfall View | Exterior

Kikala Waterfall Lodge

8.7 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Ruby

￥24,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Hamakua Guesthouse

15.9 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

"This was amazing! Great staff, great location AND there's even a swimming hole (5 min walk, if that) with a waterfall! I've never stayed in a shared house before, but this one has spoiled me! It's close enough to be able to drive to all the good tourist spots. Oh, and hopefully you're there for the "big" farmers market on Saturdays. If I get back to the Big Island I'll be coming back here! Thank you for the great time!"

Byron

￥20,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 14 - Jul 15

Hoomaikai Blessing's

19.9 km from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Colin Jaymes

￥20,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Howzit Hostels Hawaii	1.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 75 reviews	View
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 324 reviews	View
SCP Hilo Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hilltop Vacation Rental	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 135 reviews	View
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham	3.5 star property	8.2 Very Good 1,344 reviews	View

Top Panaewa Rainforest Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel. The highlight was the exceptional customer service, especially from Charla at the front desk. She was incredibly friendly, professional, and patient, even while handling a difficult guest. She truly made us feel welcome. We also enjoyed WSW | The Steakhouse. The bartender was knowledgeable and made great drink recommendations, and our Sunday evening waitress provided excellent service. The hotel could use a few cosmetic updates. We noticed a couple of small stains on the sheets, the bathtub finish was worn in places, and the towel rack in our room was loose. Despite that, the room and hotel overall felt clean, and the Wi-Fi was fast and reliable. Overall, the outstanding staff and welcoming atmosphere made this an easy place to recommend. We’d happily stay here again."

Hilo Lagoon Centre 814 2 King BR 2BA AC Ocean View

10/10 Excellent

"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 unit, clean and pretty recently updated. The location is convenient to pretty much everything in Hilo. Not quite walkable to the downtown tourist area but you could if you really wanted. Beds and showers were good and we appreciated the beach chairs to take out for adventure. Our only missing item to suggest they add is a coffee grinder in case you want to buy and enjoy some great island grown coffee!"

Cosmopolitan Condo - Lagoon Centre 701 In the Heart of Hilo

10/10 Excellent

"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: Highly recommend staying here when in Hilo--close to everything, very well managed building, and beautiful apartment with incredible views."

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"We were situated in the older tower, but had a great view of bay. It was more difficult to find and navigate to hotel restaurant due to lack of any signage, and that our more obvious route was outside. Hilo is, after all, the rainiest city on the planet. Took us a wet try, and getting info to "maze" back to the older tower from restaurant staff. We suggest better signage, or info in room. The restaurant staff was okay...clearly overworked and understaffed. Front desk was adequate, but did exude the "Aloha Spirit". The older tower, although clean and sufficient, could use fresh paint, and new carpet in halls. The location and view, and lack of very many alternatives left this hotel as a good, and sufficient choice. Rooms were roomy, and beds/pillows/linen comfy."

Hilo's Finest 2 bd Condo - Pool, A/C, Views!

10/10 Excellent

"The property was perfect for our family vacation in Hilo. It's clean and very quiet. The AC in every room was very nice to beat the summer heat and humidity. Just the view out of the balconies were picture perfect. We will recommend this property to our friends and family. Thank you for sharing this wonderful place with us!"

Amazing Ocean & Park Views - Pool & AC

10/10 Excellent

"This was our first time on the Big Island and this well-equipped property provided a great base to explore and enjoy all Hawai’i has to offer. Communications with the manager were very good, the beds were very comfortable, the apartment is well appointed and quiet. A big plus are the outside balconies overlooking the park, which provided a beautiful place for morning coffee and afternoon drinks."

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Hilo Farmers Market

8.8/10 (779 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Hilo Farmers Market during your stay in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and scenic parks in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Panaewa Rainforest Zoo?

Panaewa Rainforest Zoo 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 85 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Panaewa Rainforest Zoo?

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 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel and Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham.

How many hotels will I find near Panaewa Rainforest Zoo?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Panaewa Rainforest Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Panaewa Rainforest Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Panaewa Rainforest Zoo?

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What can I see and do near Panaewa Rainforest Zoo?

Imiloa Astronomy Center, Hilo Art Museum, and Pacific Tsunami Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Palace Theater, Mokupapapa Discovery Center, and Lyman Museum are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Local parks like Kalakaua Park, Liliuokalani Park and Gardens, and Coconut Island Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Panaewa Rainforest Zoo hotels

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

SCP Hilo Hotel

Hilltop Vacation Rental

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Arnott's Lodge

Aarons Cottage

Hilo Vacation Rental

Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

Kikala Waterfall Lodge

Hamakua Guesthouse

Hoomaikai Blessing's

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Top Panaewa Rainforest Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hotels near other Panaewa Rainforest Zoo attractions

Hilo Farmers Market

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