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Our top choices for Hilo family-friendly hotels
1. SCP Hilo Hotel
SCP Hilo Hotel3.5 star property
Keaukaha
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1,001 reviews)
2. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton4.0 star property
Keaukaha
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,426 reviews)
8.2/10
Very good
(1,426 reviews)
- Grand Naniloa Hotel offers kid-friendly beachside adventures with outdoor pool, golf, and ocean activities for the entire family.
3. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham3.5 star property
Keaukaha
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,323 reviews)
8.0/10
Very good
(1,323 reviews)
4. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B3.5 star property
Hilo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 reviews)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(336 reviews)
5. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel2.0 star property
Keaukaha
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
8.2/10
Very good
(1,004 reviews)
6. Arnott's Lodge
Arnott's Lodge2.5 star property
Keaukaha
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (330 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(330 reviews)
7. Hilltop Vacation Rental
Hilltop Vacation Rental3.0 star property
Hilo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(155 reviews)
8. Aarons Cottage
Aarons Cottage2.0 star property
Keaukaha
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (993 reviews)
8.6/10
Excellent
(993 reviews)
9. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls3.5 star property
Hilo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (675 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(675 reviews)
10. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay
Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay4.0 star property
Hilo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
- Discover farm adventures in rural Hawaii with free bikes, beach access, and a game room for kids of all ages.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Family-friendly hotels with pools in Hilo
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham3.5 star property
Keaukaha
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1323)
8.0/10
Very good
(1323)
The price is ￥21,802
￥21,802
￥31,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton4.0 star property
Keaukaha
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1426)
8.2/10
Very good
(1426)
The price is ￥27,371
￥27,371
￥39,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1001)
The price is ￥17,004
￥17,004
￥20,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
8.2/10
Very good
(1004)
The price is ￥22,783
￥22,783
￥27,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (675)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(675)
The price is ￥41,159
￥41,159
￥48,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (44)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(44)
5 Sunshine Rental ,A quiet and comfortable studio located HIlo Heart.
5 Sunshine Rental ,A quiet and comfortable studio located HIlo Heart.Hilo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(18)
Happy Honu Oasis, Surf shack with pool and A/C
Happy Honu Oasis, Surf shack with pool and A/CHilo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
8.8/10
Excellent
(16)
Cozy and convenient AC apartment located in Hilo
Cozy and convenient AC apartment located in HiloHilo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(11)
Polynesian Koi Pond Gardens Condo in Hilo w pool
Polynesian Koi Pond Gardens Condo in Hilo w poolHilo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(41)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top Hilo Hotel Reviews
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&BHilo
10/10 Excellent
Booked this room thru Expedia 10 minutes before showing up at the place. We were warmly greeted by the owners and they assisted us in taking our luggage in. They let us chose between the 2 rooms they had available. They were amazing hosts. They offered us hot and cold beverages and snacks. They even drove us into town and dropped us off. The rooms and the views were gorgeous. Great breakfast in the morning and they even sent us away with fresh baked banana bread they made that morning when we...
Booked this room thru Expedia 10 minutes before showing up at the place. We were warmly greeted by the owners and they assisted us in taking our luggage in. They let us chose between the 2 rooms they had available. They were amazing hosts. They offered us hot and cold beverages and snacks. They even drove us into town and dropped us off. The rooms and the views were gorgeous. Great breakfast in the morning and they even sent us away with fresh baked banana bread they made that morning when we...
Pearla
Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay
Hawaii Magic Skies B&B FarmstayHilo
10/10 Excellent
The caretaker was outstanding and went out of his way to make our stay great. I would definitely recommend to anyone
The caretaker was outstanding and went out of his way to make our stay great. I would definitely recommend to anyone
duane
Hoomaikai Blessing's
Hoomaikai Blessing'sKeaau
10/10 Excellent
We stayed here for almost two weeks. Kelly was amazing. She was always whipping up different types of breakfasts. She was so cute and so talkative.
Her food was really good. (If you are like me however, ask for pancakes or french toast or crepes) she loves to cook Mexican style breakfast but it didn’t always sit right with me. Then I told her about and she said, “well you should have told me earlier!” We both laughed. And it was excellent there after.
Her place is very cozy and calm.
I loved...
We stayed here for almost two weeks. Kelly was amazing. She was always whipping up different types of breakfasts. She was so cute and so talkative.
Her food was really good. (If you are like me however, ask for pancakes or french toast or crepes) she loves to cook Mexican style breakfast but it didn’t always sit right with me. Then I told her about and she said, “well you should have told me earlier!” We both laughed. And it was excellent there after.
Her place is very cozy and calm.
I loved...
Stefanie
Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant
Kilauea Lodge and RestaurantVolcano
10/10 Excellent
Blonde lady in the gift shop not friendly when checking in and out. She was talking to another male employee about other employees. Discuss business about training modules. Not friendly at all. Did not feel welcomed at all. In fact felt we we interrupting her day and she did not want to be bother with us. Spend a lot of money to stay her and was not welcomed. I wanted to purchase several items in the gift shop and passed.
Blonde lady in the gift shop not friendly when checking in and out. She was talking to another male employee about other employees. Discuss business about training modules. Not friendly at all. Did not feel welcomed at all. In fact felt we we interrupting her day and she did not want to be bother with us. Spend a lot of money to stay her and was not welcomed. I wanted to purchase several items in the gift shop and passed.
wayne
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
The Inn at Kulaniapia FallsHilo
10/10 Excellent
Loved the profoundly peaceful location, could hike to and swim under beautiful waterfall on site. Only sounds were of nature. 4 miles from funky town of Hilo, which we also really liked. Perfect get-away-from-tourist-crowds Inn. Provides breakfast- could be improved with Gluten-free dairy-free breakfast option but good fresh fruit, waffles, egg souffle. Friendly staff but not overly so as in B&B where you have to make convo with owners. At night amazing views of stars, darkest sky I have ever...
Loved the profoundly peaceful location, could hike to and swim under beautiful waterfall on site. Only sounds were of nature. 4 miles from funky town of Hilo, which we also really liked. Perfect get-away-from-tourist-crowds Inn. Provides breakfast- could be improved with Gluten-free dairy-free breakfast option but good fresh fruit, waffles, egg souffle. Friendly staff but not overly so as in B&B where you have to make convo with owners. At night amazing views of stars, darkest sky I have ever...
DL
Volcano Village Lodge
Volcano Village LodgeVolcano
10/10 Excellent
very very good!
very very good!
Zihan
Kalani Oceanside Retreat
Kalani Oceanside RetreatPahoa
10/10 Excellent
The best that's all I got to say
The best that's all I got to say
Aaron thomas
Arnott's Lodge
Arnott's LodgeKeaukaha
10/10 Excellent
I booked a night here since it was close to the airport and our accommodations for the trip were far and we we’re arriving very late. I called ahead let them know of our late arrival. Turns out our flight was delayed twice making our arrival even later. Arriving into Hilo at 0130 was not the easiest. We couldn’t get a Lyft, Uber, or taxi. A whole plane of people were trying to use 3 car shares at the same time. Mr Arnott went above and beyond helping out a single mom with 2 kids Stuck at the...
I booked a night here since it was close to the airport and our accommodations for the trip were far and we we’re arriving very late. I called ahead let them know of our late arrival. Turns out our flight was delayed twice making our arrival even later. Arriving into Hilo at 0130 was not the easiest. We couldn’t get a Lyft, Uber, or taxi. A whole plane of people were trying to use 3 car shares at the same time. Mr Arnott went above and beyond helping out a single mom with 2 kids Stuck at the...
RENEE
Kikala Waterfall Lodge
Kikala Waterfall LodgeHilo
10/10 Excellent
Good
Good
Srishti
Hilltop Vacation Rental
Hilltop Vacation RentalHilo
10/10 Excellent
Very cool home in a quiet neighborhood. The house has a 1920s Art Deco but
Very cool home in a quiet neighborhood. The house has a 1920s Art Deco but
Geoffrey
Aloha Crater Lodge
Aloha Crater LodgeVolcano
10/10 Excellent
What a delightful place! Nestled in the tropical rainforest (but just a short walk from the highway, and a close drive to the national park and the charming Volcano Village) Aloha Crater Lodge was by far our favorite of three places we stayed during our trip. Essentially a one-bedroom apartment (among four in the huge building, I believe), all the amenities you might need are included (no stove, but coffee and coffee maker were wonderful, and a wide array of snacks were included; fridge,...
What a delightful place! Nestled in the tropical rainforest (but just a short walk from the highway, and a close drive to the national park and the charming Volcano Village) Aloha Crater Lodge was by far our favorite of three places we stayed during our trip. Essentially a one-bedroom apartment (among four in the huge building, I believe), all the amenities you might need are included (no stove, but coffee and coffee maker were wonderful, and a wide array of snacks were included; fridge,...
Christopher
Hamakua Guesthouse
Hamakua GuesthousePepeekeo
10/10 Excellent
This isn't a hotel. It is closer to an AirBnb/High-End Hostel. Either way, it is awesome. We stayed in the guest house. The bed is amazingly comfortable and I slept great. The room was clean and had everything I expected. Ray runs the day to day ops and he is an awesome, welcoming guy. Our room had an incredible view of the rainforest and the ocean. However, the best part about this place is the outdoor shower. Best shower you will ever take. I never wanted to get out. I would come...
This isn't a hotel. It is closer to an AirBnb/High-End Hostel. Either way, it is awesome. We stayed in the guest house. The bed is amazingly comfortable and I slept great. The room was clean and had everything I expected. Ray runs the day to day ops and he is an awesome, welcoming guy. Our room had an incredible view of the rainforest and the ocean. However, the best part about this place is the outdoor shower. Best shower you will ever take. I never wanted to get out. I would come...
Craig
SCP Hilo Hotel
SCP Hilo HotelKeaukaha
10/10 Excellent
Super friendly staff.
Super friendly staff.
milo
Aarons Cottage
Aarons CottageKeaukaha
10/10 Excellent
Large clean room with access via a veranda to a tree shaded backyard with tables and a barbeque. Best breakfast with a variety of generous choices of eggs, meats , fruits or cereals, jams and cream cheese ( whatever is in the fridge as a fair game).
The cottage is located within 3 minute walk from a beach next to million dollar homes., and a short drive to other beaches, parks and waterfalls, museums and everything else the east coast of Hawaii has to offer.
No volcano gases (VOG) which...
Large clean room with access via a veranda to a tree shaded backyard with tables and a barbeque. Best breakfast with a variety of generous choices of eggs, meats , fruits or cereals, jams and cream cheese ( whatever is in the fridge as a fair game).
The cottage is located within 3 minute walk from a beach next to million dollar homes., and a short drive to other beaches, parks and waterfalls, museums and everything else the east coast of Hawaii has to offer.
No volcano gases (VOG) which...
Eugenia
Lava Lodge at Hale Kilauea
Lava Lodge at Hale KilaueaVolcano
10/10 Excellent
Everything about the property itself was great! Instructions were clear and the lodge was a nice set up with ambient views of the forest. Staff who checked us in and out were also welcoming and friendly. One thing that was concerning were the zionists flags in the nearby area, so safety was in question. Those flags symbolize the support and complacency of the ongoing genocide in Palestine. If the property owners and management don’t see it as a problem, I would not stay there again and let...
Everything about the property itself was great! Instructions were clear and the lodge was a nice set up with ambient views of the forest. Staff who checked us in and out were also welcoming and friendly. One thing that was concerning were the zionists flags in the nearby area, so safety was in question. Those flags symbolize the support and complacency of the ongoing genocide in Palestine. If the property owners and management don’t see it as a problem, I would not stay there again and let...
Ashley
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by HiltonKeaukaha
10/10 Excellent
Clean, friendly and a beautiful view of the ocean.
Clean, friendly and a beautiful view of the ocean.
Kathleen
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Hilo Reeds Bay HotelKeaukaha
10/10 Excellent
A hidden gem in an old style Hawaiian hotel by Hilo Bay. The room was impeccable in cleanliness, amenities and comfort. Beautiful surroundings on Banyan Drive with so much outdoor activity at your doorstep.
A hidden gem in an old style Hawaiian hotel by Hilo Bay. The room was impeccable in cleanliness, amenities and comfort. Beautiful surroundings on Banyan Drive with so much outdoor activity at your doorstep.
Caesar
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by WyndhamKeaukaha
10/10 Excellent
No bells or whistles - basic accommodation. Had free breakfast which was good but had weird system. Still we were able to eat enough.
No bells or whistles - basic accommodation. Had free breakfast which was good but had weird system. Still we were able to eat enough.
Srividya
Hawaiian Sanctuary
Hawaiian SanctuaryPahoa
10/10 Excellent
The staff was so friendly. There were lots of animals: peacocks, cats, frogs, geese. We loved it! We booked it to be closer to Volcanoes National Park, without realizing there was no road that cuts across. We had to go amidst to Hilo in order to go back down to the Volcanoes, so it wasn't the most convenient, but we loved the vibe!
The staff was so friendly. There were lots of animals: peacocks, cats, frogs, geese. We loved it! We booked it to be closer to Volcanoes National Park, without realizing there was no road that cuts across. We had to go amidst to Hilo in order to go back down to the Volcanoes, so it wasn't the most convenient, but we loved the vibe!
Julene
Open Gate Hostel Hawaii
Open Gate Hostel HawaiiPāhoa
10/10 Excellent
Buscaba un sitio tranquilo para descansar y patear la isla y acerté. La general manager muy simpática y el chico que había con ella también. Podría haber estado una semana más
Buscaba un sitio tranquilo para descansar y patear la isla y acerté. La general manager muy simpática y el chico que había con ella también. Podría haber estado una semana más
Francisco José
Frequently Asked Questions
What's Hilo like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids, Hilo is a good choice. The beaches, island setting, and beautiful waterfalls are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO), which is the closest airport, or Kamuela, HI (MUE-Waimea-Kohala), which is located 43 mi (69.3 km) from the city center.
When’s the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Hilo?
The hottest months are usually October and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 68°F. Average annual precipitation for Hilo is 60 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Hilo?
Hilo Shopping Center and Hilo Farmers Market are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Hilo. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Port of Hilo and Panaewa Rainforest Zoo.