We Visit Hilo once or twice a year, usually to break the monotony of everyday life. Usually, we stay at a hotel on Banyon Drive, but this time decided to try Dolphin Bay. Excellent choice on our part! The staff is very friendly and personally escorted us to our room -- a spacious one with a generous balcony. Breakfast is included; while modest (continental style), it was very enjoyable. Homemade banana bread is served every day (yummy), and there is always freshly brewed coffee and local fresh papaya and bananas. Located a short walk across a small bridge over the Wailuku River from the main business section of Hilo, we were able to walk to numerous shops within a few minutes. The comfort of the hotel set the tone for the most enjoyable visit to Hilo we have ever experienced. this hotel is a giant step above the usual cookie-cutter hotels everywhere.

My wife found another great place to stay. Easy access yet out of the way yet near by everything in old town Hilo. Clean, wonderful suites with small kitchen. A wonderful Lanai, so peaceful we just got lost in the moment. Kona coffee served in the morning with fresh baked banana bread with fresh papayas from their tree. Close to Hilo Farmers Market, Jackie Rey’s and other nice cafes. Staff were wonderful. A great house cat and geckos galore. we’ll be back.