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A room with a window overlooking a beach, a sofa with cushions, and a small table.

A swimming pool with a deck, surrounded by greenery.

A house with a stone retaining wall, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.

A large bed with a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

0.4 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Lindy

￥38,828

￥46,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a sandy beach.

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, a green patterned rug, a grey bean bag, a white coffee table, a grey sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel oven, and a microwave.

A staircase leading to a reception area with a desk, two framed windows, and a ceiling fan.

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

0.2 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

YUHEI

￥13,677

￥16,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A serene coastal landscape with palm trees, a calm river, and boats in the distance.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, black rocking chairs, a staircase, and a mural on the wall.

A person standing in a lush garden with ferns and tropical plants.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, wooden ceiling, hanging lights, a mural, potted plants, and a seating area.

3. SCP Hilo Hotel

Keaukaha, 2.6 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Valerie

￥22,870

￥31,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a garden and a house.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower.

A two-story white house with a covered patio and a pond with rocks and plants.

A garden with a stone pathway, various plants, and a small pond.

4. Hilltop Vacation Rental

1.5 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

david

￥14,625

￥26,699 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A balcony with a view of the sea, a cruise ship, and a yacht.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a round wooden table, and a ceiling fan.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a view of the sea, and a building with a flat roof.

A parking lot with multiple cars parked under trees.

5. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Keaukaha, 2.5 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Aja

￥18,999

￥22,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

An aerial view of a resort with a pool surrounded by lounge chairs, a building with multiple floors, and a rocky shoreline.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a view of the outdoors.

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a glass table and two chairs, overlooking a body of water.

6. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Keaukaha, 2.3 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Arikston Jake Mattos

￥26,886

￥39,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A balcony with wicker chairs facing a river with palm trees, a clear sky, and a distant bridge.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, overlooking a body of water with trees and a distant shoreline.

A pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a view of a large body of water.

A large hotel with multiple floors and balconies, a swimming pool in the foreground, and palm trees around the pool area.

7. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Keaukaha, 2.2 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Phillip

￥24,029

￥34,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a view of a landscaped garden and trees.

A view from a covered area to a grassy field with trees and a distant view of the ocean.

8. Mahana House Country Inn

18.1 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Junyi

￥21,371

￥39,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A stone pathway leading to a building with a wooden fence and greenery.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a large table and chairs.

An indoor relaxation area with a stone floor, wooden tree structures, and a small pool.

9. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

4.3 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Kelly

￥37,020

￥67,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An aerial view of a lush landscape with a waterfall, dense greenery, and a few residential buildings.

A two-story house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a stone foundation.

A balcony with two Adirondack chairs, a small round table, and a vase with a plant. A waterfall is visible in the background.

A spacious kitchen with wooden countertops, a large island, and a dining area with benches.

10. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

5 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Heng

￥40,540

￥48,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A lush garden with palm trees and well-maintained grass.

A two-story building with a yellow facade, a covered porch, and a sign indicating a parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, a window, a chair, and a table outside.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

11. Arnott's Lodge

Keaukaha, 4.9 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Sethu

￥24,709

￥29,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A house with a triangular roof and a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a small stream.

A room with a sloped ceiling and two large windows offering a view of a lush garden and a waterfall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, a sliding glass door, and a wooden dresser.

12. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

7.6 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Jason

￥19,767

￥23,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A room with a view of lush greenery outside, a tiled floor, and a wooden ceiling.

A guest entrance sign directing to the back deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

A two-story house with a gabled roof, a covered porch, and a small outdoor seating area.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Hamakua Guesthouse

15 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Yuxuan

￥14,040

￥16,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A covered porch with a view of a road and lush greenery, including palm trees and various plants.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a marble countertop, a built-in monitor, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.

A two-story house with a wooden staircase, a balcony, and a small patio area with chairs and potted plants.

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and some greenery.

14. Aarons Cottage

Keaukaha, 4.8 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Ryan

￥26,093

￥35,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A spacious living area with a large brown sectional sofa, a wooden staircase, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A house with a garage, surrounded by tropical plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a television, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A porch with green railings, two white plastic chairs, and a small table with a red object on it.

15. Hilo Vacation Rental

3.5 km from Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Bryson

￥13,210

￥25,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B	9.6 Exceptional 329 reviews	View
Howzit Hostels Hawaii	9.2 Wonderful 85 reviews	View
SCP Hilo Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Hilltop Vacation Rental	8.8 Excellent 146 reviews	View
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Mokupapapa Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Hilo Town Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and wonderful, quiet and clean room."

one bedroom Loft Apartment in the heart of Downtown Hilo

10/10 Excellent

"The room was a superb find. Is not a new room; however is very comfortable, clean, spacious, close to everything and with lots of amenities. Its location is right in the middle of Downtown Historic Hilo. Close to the bus terminal which can take you the Volcanos Park and other locations of Hilo. Just get the bus schedule and be aware that the schedules can change and is not as clear. Ask the drivers to be sure. Our host Michele was very helpful to show and point the area and where to go. Thank you Michele, until next time."

NEW - THE OUTRIGGER 3BR 2Bath - Hilo cold AC

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice 3bdroom house. Well equiped bathrooms and kitchens.FYI for future guest- they have beach chairs, floats, and snorkel for you to use. We had already rented our snorkles when we got there, but if I'd know I would have just used theirs.I think we were there in an unseasonably warm period and the main rooms were really warm and humid. We ended up eating dinner in the bedroom which had AC. Our last day was a bit cooler.The house was well equiped with towels and extra bedding. Beds were comfortable. Other than me not realizing how much I need AC (no fault to the host) everything was perfect."

Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front

10/10 Excellent

"I can see why this place gets high ratings. Frankly it was terrific in every way. Kevin our host went out of his way to make our stay just perfect. The outdoor screened in patio was lovely. Be sure to explore the garden, there were so many special things to discover. Bravo Kevin. And thank you."

Whaler`s Inn -Nautical Magical

10/10 Excellent

"The house is lovely. Thank God for the window air conditioners and laundry machines. We really liked the decor and it had everything we needed. FYI, the bathroom sink is very high. I'm 5'5" and I had to stand on tippy toes to wash my face. Not a big deal, though. There is also no recycling bin in the kitchen but we just kept recycling in a bag and walked it out. I also didn't realize that Hilo is the rainy side of the Big Island, lol, but that's on me. For activities, we enjoyed kayaking with Ocean Adventures (Eric was our amazing guide) and of course driving to Volcano National Park, which is much closer on this side of the island. The Japanese gardens in Hilo are lovely. However, the real highlight of Hilo was the culinary scene. Two Ladies Kitchen mochi is amazing. There will be a line but totally worth it. The shaved ice at the farmers market is also a must. For dinners, our favorite was Sushi Hideo. They only take reservations and only through the Yelp App but wow, worth the planning ahead. Other good places were Pineapple, and Pesto Bay Cafe. Papas Palaoa Bakery was also amazing, especially the cinnamon rolls and sourdough baked with poi. If you want a tattoo while there, South Seas tattoo shop with Matt is the best tattoo shop I've ever been to."

Garden Oasis, Walkable to Downtown Hilo

10/10 Excellent

"A great space for an awesome, peaceful getaway. The property is private and enclosed by natural rainforest vegetation so you get the feeling of being surrounded by nature while still being walking distance from downtown and restaurants. Host was friendly and communicative throughout the process. Thank you, had a great time!"

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful setting on the water. Friendly and helpful property owners. Very clean and comfortable accommodations. Will stay there again."

Island Oasis Near Waterfalls and Hilo`s Markets

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome property and super nice! Very clean and easy!"

Pineapple Loft - Downtown Hilo wAC

10/10 Excellent

"This space is in a great location for Hilo side activities. The kitchen has everything you might need and the host has included a bunch of extras to make a great stay. All the directions and guides made it easy to dine the parking and the unit."

Other attractions near Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Pacific Tsunami Museum

8.8/10 (41 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pacific Tsunami Museum during your travels in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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A close-up of a vibrant flower arrangement with red, pink, and purple blooms and green foliage.

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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East Hawaii Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to East Hawaii Cultural Center during your stay in Hilo. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Kalakaua Park

9.0/10 (172 reviews)

Kalakaua Park is just one of the places to see in Hilo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Palace Theater

7.8/10 (10 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Palace Theater on your trip to Hilo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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S. Hata Building

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Hilo with a stop at S. Hata Building. Wander the picturesque gardens and scenic parks in the area.

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Naha Stone

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Hilo with a trip to Naha Stone. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

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St. Joseph Catholic Church

6.0/10 (1 review)

St. Joseph Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Hilo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mokupapapa Discovery Center?

Mokupapapa Discovery Center 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 89 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Mokupapapa Discovery Center?

Adjacent to Mokupapapa Discovery Center, Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free parking and a snack bar/deli. Other good options within a short distance include Howzit Hostels Hawaii and Wild Ginger Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Mokupapapa Discovery Center?

Expedia has 89 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Mokupapapa Discovery Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mokupapapa Discovery Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Mokupapapa Discovery Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mokupapapa Discovery Center?

For more details about updating your stay near Mokupapapa Discovery Center or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Mokupapapa Discovery Center?

Pacific Tsunami Museum, Lyman Museum, and Hilo Art Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can enjoy live performances at Palace Theater and University Theater. Enjoy the outdoors at Kalakaua Park, Bayfront Park, or Liliuokalani Park and Gardens.

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Our top choices for Mokupapapa Discovery Center hotels

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

3. SCP Hilo Hotel

4. Hilltop Vacation Rental

5. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

6. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

7. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

8. Mahana House Country Inn

9. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

10. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

11. Arnott's Lodge

12. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

13. Hamakua Guesthouse

14. Aarons Cottage

15. Hilo Vacation Rental

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Top Mokupapapa Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Hilo Town Inn

one bedroom Loft Apartment in the heart of Downtown Hilo

NEW - THE OUTRIGGER 3BR 2Bath - Hilo cold AC

Spacious Historic Estate ~ 5 Min Walk to Hilo & Bay Front

Whaler`s Inn -Nautical Magical

Garden Oasis, Walkable to Downtown Hilo

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

Island Oasis Near Waterfalls and Hilo`s Markets

Pineapple Loft - Downtown Hilo wAC

Other attractions near Mokupapapa Discovery Center

Pacific Tsunami Museum

Hilo Farmers Market

East Hawaii Cultural Center

Kalakaua Park

Palace Theater

S. Hata Building

Naha Stone

St. Joseph Catholic Church

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