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Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views

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Queen bed with 100% cotton sheets
Room
Room
50-inch smart TV
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3380 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Lake view

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views

Discover your perfect getaway in Hilo! This freshly updated suite boasts a prime location just minutes from the airport, shopping, dining, and farmers markets. Enjoy the beautiful flora view from your spacious balcony, or take a stroll through Wailoa River State Park. With brand-new flooring, lighting, appliances, cabinets, and countertops, this suite has everything you need for an unforgettable stay. Start your day off right with a cup of coffee overlooking the pool and Waiakea Pond.

This studio/condo is located on the first floor of the beautiful Waiakea Villas in Hilo, with on-site 24/7 security.

One queen-sized bed and a
futon sofa bed that can be converted to a twin bed.

Essential kitchenware, including a pot, pan, rice cooker, electric cooktop, stove, microwave, and refrigerator. A coffee maker and toaster are also provided.

There is an outdoor dining table for three on the balcony.

A new 50-inch smart TV, and desk workspace. Enjoy high-speed free Wi-Fi (300 Mbps).

An additional towel fan is provided. ( No AC)

It is only a 5-minute drive from Hilo Airport, and within 1-5 minutes of shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants, food trucks, farmers' markets, and downtown Hilo. It is also just 2 minutes from the Merrie Monarch Festival, 10 minutes from Rainbow Falls, 40 minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and 10 minutes from Panaewa Zoo. Tax ID: TA-148-726-6816-01
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Laundry
Outdoor Space
Lake view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please clean up the dishes and throw away the trash. The dumpsters are located in the corner of the parking lot. Turn off the lights and fans.
Return the keys to the lockbox. Return the pool key to the tray next to the TV. There is a $100 fee for any lost key. Lock the glass sliding doors.
Please be sure to thoroughly check for all your belongings before checking out. If you discover that you have left something valuable behind, it is imperative that you contact me immediately.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No drugs.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number TA-148-726-6816-01, GE-148-726-6816-01, 220300030039

About the neighborhood

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this condo is in the city center and on the waterfront. Palace Theater and S. Hata Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Hilo and Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Wailoa River State Park Hawaii - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hilo Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bayfront Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Liliuokalani Park and Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Island Candies - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mehana Brewing Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ola Brew Hilo Taproom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Kenichi - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views on Mar 26, 2026 start from $188, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Studio in Hilo Center with Pool and Lake Views located?

Located in the heart of Hilo, this condo building is steps from Wailoa River State Park Hawaii and Wailoa River State Recreation Area. Hilo Shopping Center and University Theater are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay, clean, and good location. Vivian was responsive and even got an ironing board for me to use while on work trip. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy unit with a good location. 40 minutes from volcano national park. Close to downtown Hilo. Be sure to try Hawaiian Style Cafe around the corner and Pineapples. Ohana Ranch is a great place for quad rides & some Hawaiian history. Vivian was a great host. Always available to answer any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of three stayed here for a few days while visiting Hilo. I was very impressed with how clean and nice-looking our rental unit was.The grounds were beautiful with ponds, jungle, and wildlife. My daughter enjoyed the ducks that walked around and even named them. I appreciated the laundry access in the building as well. All the directions given by the host were easy to understand and follow regarding rules and check-in/check-out. Overall we had a pleasant stay, and would 100% reccommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
The host was great. Id question the value of price for location. The parking lot and general was sketchy. This unit has upgraded finishes, countertops, and fixtures. But it had an odd and unpleasant smell. If you were at a hotel you would probably have requested a different room. But not an option in vrbo land.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoy the low key natural vibes. Beautiful lake behind the complex. easy access around town. close to airport but you don't hear the noise of planes.good communication with owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio was clean w laundry on-site. Easy access to apartment.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo

Comfortable, good location, clean, friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, great bargain!Actually better than I anticipated for the price. A small folding table and chair would be nice… but overall very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to relax

My 3 days here were very peaceful. I was visiting my mom and this gave me a place to relax after a day of dealing with her! Nice comfortable bed and the pool was great. I'll stay again if I can.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vivian was a super responsive and helpful host and the location of the condo was perfect. It has walking/running access to a great trail that goes around the pond and bridges to the oceanfront. Great restaurants (Manono center!) and grocery stores all close. We had 3 adults and felt right at home. Kitchen had everything we needed. Onsite laundry was a big plus. The lanai was perfect. We miss the cats and chickens already.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Waiakea Villas condos

Condo was clean and kitchen was fully loaded.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin E H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean

We had a great time lobe the location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We really enjoyed our stay at Vivian’s condo. It was perfectly clean, in a quiet location, and free parking was also a big perk on Hawai’i. We enjoyed having the option to cook as well. There was silverware/pots/plates stocked in the kitchen. We had all we needed and really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo laid back vibes.

Enjoyed easy access to the apt. From the parking to the apt. And the beauty and natural surroundings. Unlike a tourist resort.Yet close to the bustle of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

HIROKO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I have enjoyed stay at this room. But I was cofused going the entrance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Vivian, was very welcoming and promptly responsive. The amenities are as stated. Her studio is clean and comfortable - with the pool right outside the back patio. Very nice! I failed to notice her place has no air conditioning, and it was hot during the days I was there. She has multiple fans available to use, but be advised. Also, condo living overall means you are sharing space with many others, so lots of activity all around. This is not necessarily a bad thing - just something to note.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo 25

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vivian's place was perfect for our 2 night stay. Follow her directions for finding the apartment building. Check-in was a breeze. The place was clean. There were 2 floor fans and a ceiling fan to keep us cool. A nice sized patio. Everything we needed in the kitchen. And it was spacious enough that the 2 of us didn't feel cramped. The neighborhood felt safe and we had no worries about that. Easy free parking right in front of the building. Lots of restaurants and coffee shops within 5-10 minutes. Great snorkeling nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vivian is the perfect host!

I loved my stay at this adorable, comfortable unit in Hilo. It's in a great location with a pool perfect for short laps or play time for the kids. Vivian is a spot-on communicator. I had all the details I needed to check in and out easily. As a bonus, I had a great view of the 4th fireworks from the parking lot. Also, everyone in the complex was super nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doris ,Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Vivian was an excellent host. We came to Hawaii to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. It was the perfect place to stay . The apartment was close to many attractions I have food allergies and it was close to Island Naturals Market so I could eat vegan and organic. The kitchen had basic cooking essentials. We did get lost a couple of time but the people on the Big Island are so kind and helpful. We had a fun vacation. Thank you Vivian for a wonderful stay.😊♥️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place, perfect location near Hilo.

Owner gave detail info finding the place and getting into the property. The studio had a comfortable bed with a large TV. Nice kitchen in the room and is stocked with enough items needed. There is a litle outlite room with a table for computer work also as you enter the bathroom. There is a little table on the porch, nice to sit outside. Large double slidibg doors with screens for fresh air. Owner had a book with great info for restaurants and activities. There is a larger pool. The complex is very quiet with lush plants and trees all around. We loved staying here, close to Hilo and 35 mins to Volcano National Park and 2 hours to Kona. Would higly recomend staying here. Shower good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Great value, comfortable cozy clean room with nice furniture. It did get a little warm/humid at times for me even with the portable cooling unit running, but that didn't bother my wife. My level of comfort is usually too cold for her. Pool was very nice, very close, and very useful for when I needed to cool off a bit. The area outside of the room/building felt a little sketchy when we first arrived, but there was nothing to be worried about. Anyone we ran into was very kind and friendly. Follow her instructions on how to find the correct building. Google maps sends you to the wrong side of the block. Overall a lovely stay without complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hello to Hilo

Beautiful property and awesome pool. The pool wasn’t open the first day and it was the last two days and we were so happy about it. For a condo type pool it was extra big. It was also warm. The property owner provided beach towels which were appreciated. I was hot the first night as there is no A/C. I contacted the host and she let me know the trick to leave the doors open, while locked. That was super helpful as the next night I slept well in a good temperature. There are cats, ducks and chickens on the grounds. This place is conveniently located close to Ola’s and an excellent ramen place. It is also decently close to Kula shaved ice and other fun places to visit in Hilo. Would definitely recommend and also would love to make a return stay. Would love more places to hang towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

yuki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
プールを見ながらテラスで食事ができたのが良かった。周辺の自然もとても良いです
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Vivian

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Greetings! I'm Vivian, and I've made Hilo, Hawaii my home for the past 7 years. I find joy in connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. I'm easy-going, patient, and compassionate. I look forward to meeting you and doing my best to ensure your stay is enjoyable and memorable. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about my listing.

Why they chose this property

This studio/condo is located on the first floor of the beautiful Waiakea Villas in Hilo, with on-site 24/7 security.

One queen-sized bed with 100% cotton linens and a
futon sofa bed that can be converted to a twin bed.

Essential kitchenware, including a pot, pan, rice cooker, electric cooktop, stove, microwave, and refrigerator. A coffee maker and toaster are also provided.

There is an outdoor dining table for three on the balcony.

A new 50-inch smart TV, and desk workspace. Enjoy high-speed free Wi-Fi (300 Mbps).

An additional towel fan is provided. ( No AC)

It is only a 5-minute drive from Hilo Airport, and within 1-5 minutes of shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants, food trucks, farmers' markets, and downtown Hilo. It is also just 2 minutes from the Merrie Monarch Festival, 10 minutes from Rainbow Falls, 40 minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and 10 minutes from Panaewa Zoo.

What makes this property unique

Enjoy dreamland on the queen bed adorned with 100% cotton luxury linens.

Relax and enjoy a movie on the 50-inch smart TV while connected to your personal networks and streaming devices via free high-speed
WiFi.

Start your day with morning coffee or tea on the private lanai (patio) that overlooks the pool, or unwind in the evening with a glass of wine in the same tranquil setting.

Languages:

English

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