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

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, overlooking a lush garden and a green building by the water.

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

1.7 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Deanne

NT$8,056

NT$9,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

Two people cooking on a griddle, with a patterned wall and kitchenware in the background.

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

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a sandy beach.

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

1.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

YUHEI

NT$3,327

NT$3,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

3. Hilltop Vacation Rental

2.1 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Cynthia

NT$3,040

NT$5,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a hammock. There are wicker lamps hanging from the ceiling and a large window providing a view of greenery outside.

4. SCP Hilo Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.5 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

John

NT$4,658

NT$6,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

A parking lot with multiple cars parked under trees.

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

A lobby with wicker furniture, a blue sofa, and a painting of birds.

5. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.7 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Meriam

NT$4,643

NT$5,512 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A modern lounge with a curved ceiling, a sofa area, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Keaukaha, 1.6 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Kasey

NT$5,578

NT$8,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An aerial view of a coastal area with a small island featuring a dock and lush greenery.

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 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, 1.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Conrado

NT$4,450

NT$6,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

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

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

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

8. Mahana House Country Inn

19.2 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Junyi

NT$4,429

NT$8,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A porch with a wicker sofa and a table, surrounded by a railing, overlooking a garden with a path and greenery.

A narrow hallway with a patterned rug, white walls, and a door leading to an outdoor area with a view of a building.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

A two-story building with a green roof, a porch with a white railing, and a covered outdoor seating area.

9. Hoomaikai Blessing's

19.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Anthony

NT$3,169

NT$3,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

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.

10. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

5.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Kelly

NT$7,681

NT$13,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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

11. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

6.1 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Heng

NT$8,402

NT$9,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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.

12. Arnott's Lodge

Keaukaha, 4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Ryan

NT$5,126

NT$6,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 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.

13. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

8.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Jason

NT$4,101

NT$4,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

A window with white blinds, a view of a garden with various plants and a structure in the background.

14. Hamakua Guesthouse

15.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Yuxuan

NT$3,286

NT$3,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A tropical garden with a stone wall, palm trees, and a yellow building with white shutters.

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

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

15. Aarons Cottage

Keaukaha, 4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

John

NT$4,573

NT$6,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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

A two-story house with a porch, a blue door, and a small garden.

16. Hilo Vacation Rental

4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Bryson

NT$2,990

NT$5,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B	9.8 Exceptional 334 reviews	View
Howzit Hostels Hawaii	9.2 Wonderful 88 reviews	View
Hilltop Vacation Rental	9.0 Wonderful 152 reviews	View
SCP Hilo Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel	8.2 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Top Wailoa River State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

8/10 Good

"The property is a bit dated and could use some TLC. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was great and breakfast was very good. Good location. Decent value and would stay here again."

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2BRCondo

8/10 Good

"The condo building appeared to be older and dated. The hallways appeared dark and had a wet rag odor. The unit seemed to have had some repairs and upgrades. The view of the lake and sun rising from the glass windows were amazing. The beds were very comfortable and showers were super big and spacious. Everything was fine, check in was a breeze, parking spot could use some more lighting it was dark when we arrived at night. The only issue I had was there were bugs and crawling insects in the kitchen area, on the walls and on the beds even a baby lizard was spotted in the kitchen and went under the oven. I was not used to that so our first night was a bit uncomfortable and on edge as I’m terrified of any type of bugs. I know Hawai’i has a lot of bugs and critters but I was not used to them all up indoors. Behind the AC units could use some deep cleaning. We saw dead bugs back there. The cleanliness of the unit is at a 7 out of 10. I’d recommend that the cleaning crew can work more on the deep cleaning and not just the surface cleaning. Due to this issue I probably won’t be returning. And I also think it was over priced for having these issues. We stayed a beautiful resort in Kona without any concerns for way less."

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Genuinely had a perfect experience with my week staying here! I'm from an area where AC is all but ubiquitous and I run warm, so I was a bit worried about the room being too hot. It wasn't an issue in the slightest! My room was laid out perfectly with a small balcony and multiple windows to capture the winds blowing through. I was perfectly comfortable and my room was equipped with a ceiling and floor fans for the rare times I wanted them. If anyone reading this is like me and reading reviews and worrying about the rooms being too warm, I can genuinely promise my room was never anything other than comfortable. Aside from the pleasant temperature, everything else was so smooth. I didn't stay at a peak tourist time, but there was always plenty of parking available. Staff were always pleasant and helpful, and housekeeping always made sure my room's trash was taken out daily. My room was very clean and cozy. Location is fantastic, quiet but a short drive from everything in the Hilo area. My balcony view of Reed's Bay was wonderful; I saw sea turtles almost every day right from my room! I also really appreciated the on-site laundromat. Check-in and check-out were smooth and simple. The hotel is older (and there is no elevator), but it's clean and has a lot of positives too. I would absolutely stay here again in a heartbeat, zero complaints and a super pleasant experience from start to finish! Thank you for such a nice stay!"

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

10/10 Excellent

"My stay at Howzit Hostels was incredible, special shout-out to Jane, Lanna Victoria and Veronica for being so welcoming. Riley for her amazing pancakes in the mornings, and oscar and Rochelle for the great conversations!!! Definitely come back again!"

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"As soon as you pulled up the valet was very friendly and helpful with directions. The view to the ocean took my breath away as soon as you walked in to the main entrance. I enjoyed my stay and it was very pleasant having staff text me about current events and things going on around the area. For example the volcano being active so that we didn’t get to miss anything special about Hawaii. I didn’t even have to go anywhere and got to see sea turtles right outside the restaurant after breakfast the day before we were going to leave."

Hilo Town Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The ac works great , the room was extremely nice and clean. Room has both blinds and curtains. It is above Paul’s cafe which has great food. It is central in Hilo and most things are within walking distance. Farmers market is just down the street. It’s a small quaint hotel with nice rooms, plenty of parking. You should enjoy it as much as we did."

Other attractions near Wailoa River State Recreation Area

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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Wailoa Art Center

Enjoy an outing to Wailoa Art Center during your stay in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and scenic parks in the area.

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Wailoa River State Park Hawaii

Wailoa River State Park Hawaii is just one of the places to see in Hilo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

8.4/10 (79 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Panaewa Rainforest Zoo home during your trip to Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and scenic parks in the area.

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Bayfront Park

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

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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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University Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at University Theater on your trip to Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens and scenic parks in the area.

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Hilo Shopping Center

8.0/10 (372 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hilo Shopping Center during your stay in Hilo. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wailoa River State Recreation Area?

Wailoa River State Recreation Area 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 73 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Wailoa River State Recreation Area?

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 just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Wailoa River State Recreation Area. Other good options close by include Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham and SCP Hilo Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Wailoa River State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 73 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Wailoa River State Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wailoa River State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Wailoa River State Recreation Area.

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What can I see and do near Wailoa River State Recreation Area?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Mokupapapa Discovery Center, Pacific Tsunami Museum, or Lyman Museum. You can enjoy live performances at University Theater and Palace Theater. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Bayfront Park, Liliuokalani Park and Gardens, and Coconut Island Park.

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Our top choices for Wailoa River State Recreation Area hotels

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

3. Hilltop Vacation Rental

4. SCP Hilo Hotel

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. Hoomaikai Blessing's

10. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

11. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

12. Arnott's Lodge

13. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

14. Hamakua Guesthouse

15. Aarons Cottage

16. Hilo Vacation Rental

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Top Wailoa River State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2BRCondo

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Hilo Town Inn

Other attractions near Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Hilo Farmers Market

Wailoa Art Center

Wailoa River State Park Hawaii

Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Bayfront Park

S. Hata Building

University Theater

Hilo Shopping Center

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