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

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

A swimming pool with a deck, surrounded by greenery.

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

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

1.7 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

David

NT$7,683

NT$9,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a sandy beach.

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

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

1.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Sam

NT$3,500

NT$4,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A cozy dining area with a wooden cabinet, a green checkered tablecloth, and a painting of a surfer.

A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a large window with blinds.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing. There are two doors on the landing, one marked with the number 2 and the other with the number 3.

3. Hilo Town Inn

0.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Michael

NT$4,664

NT$5,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

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

4. SCP Hilo Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.5 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Janalene

NT$5,805

NT$7,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of an outdoor garden with string lights.

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

5. Hilltop Vacation Rental

2.1 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Cyrus

NT$3,029

NT$5,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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.

6. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.7 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Yoshie

NT$4,363

NT$5,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

7. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Keaukaha, 1.6 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Manuel

NT$5,159

NT$7,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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 spacious lobby with wooden flooring, seating areas, and large windows offering views.

8. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Keaukaha, 1.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Phillip

NT$4,748

NT$6,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a kitchenette, a dining area, and a living room with a sofa and TV.

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

9. Mahana House Country Inn

19.2 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Ruohong

NT$4,295

NT$7,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

A living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

10. Hoomaikai Blessing's

19.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Brian

NT$3,415

NT$4,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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 multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

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

11. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

5.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Kelly

NT$7,461

NT$13,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

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 room with a bed, a small table, and a view of a beach through a glass door.

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

12. Arnott's Lodge

Keaukaha, 4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Sethu

NT$4,980

NT$5,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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.

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

13. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

8.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Ruby

NT$3,984

NT$4,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

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

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

14. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

6.1 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Heng

NT$8,149

NT$9,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

15. Hamakua Guesthouse

15.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Zeeba

NT$2,922

NT$3,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

16. Aarons Cottage

Keaukaha, 4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Clark

NT$5,259

NT$7,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 house with a garage, surrounded by tropical plants.

17. Hilo Vacation Rental

4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Bryson

NT$2,899

NT$5,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B	9.6 Exceptional 328 reviews	View
Howzit Hostels Hawaii	9.2 Wonderful 81 reviews	View
Hilo Town Inn	9.0 Wonderful 50 reviews	View
SCP Hilo Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hilltop Vacation Rental	8.8 Excellent 143 reviews	View

Top Wailoa River State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room was clean , has a kitchen with refrigerator, the only thing we were dissatisfied with was no AC they had 2 standing fans and a ceiling fan but being summer it was really hot and hard to sleep .. Staff was very friendly and of course it’s an older property but for the price it was good ."

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

10/10 Excellent

"Over all great. Wish there had cooler rooms, drinks for sale. Coin operated washer n dryer. Loved the beds. Curtains and under bed lockers that could be locked. We return on next trip to Hilo."

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

8/10 Good

"The room was very clean, however the property was in need of fresh paint in stairwell and outside in various areas. The staff was amazing."

Hilo Town Inn

8/10 Good

"We liked the room and liked the location - just steps to the Farmer's Market. This is more of a note to Expedia than to the Hilo Downtown Inn. This is the second place we have rented through Expedia that didn't tell us we'd need to negotiate stairs. My wife has trouble navigating stairs. I think the property and Expedia have an ethical and perhaps legal obligation to inform potential renters about the stairs."

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2BRCondo

8/10 Good

"The property was very nice. Great location. The only issue was the laundry room and the dryers not drying your clothes. The tv service was spotty which I think was due to unstable internet. Only one person in our party wanted a functional tv so he was unhappy with that. Everything else was perfect."

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 Center

Enjoy an outing to Wailoa 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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Hilo Art Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hilo Art Museum during your trip to Hilo. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.

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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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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 72 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 72 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area 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 Pacific Tsunami Museum, Hilo Art Museum, or Mokupapapa Discovery Center. Learn about local history at Palace Theater and Lyman Museum. Enjoy the outdoors at Liliuokalani Park and Gardens, Coconut Island Park, or Kalakaua 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. Hilo Town Inn

4. SCP Hilo Hotel

5. Hilltop Vacation Rental

6. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

7. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

8. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9. Mahana House Country Inn

10. Hoomaikai Blessing's

11. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

12. Arnott's Lodge

13. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

14. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

15. Hamakua Guesthouse

16. Aarons Cottage

17. Hilo Vacation Rental

Compare popular hotels close to Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Top Wailoa River State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Hilo Town Inn

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2BRCondo

Other attractions near Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Hilo Farmers Market

Wailoa Center

Wailoa River State Park Hawaii

Panaewa Rainforest Zoo

Bayfront Park

Hilo Art Museum

S. Hata Building

University Theater

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