Tours & Activities

Hilo is a springboard into the vast pool of East Hawaii’s delights. From the north beckons the Hamakua coast; a pearled string of stunning bays, adorable villages and cascading water. From the south beckons the rain forest and charming towns, which echo a serene and beautiful past. Find hot ponds and steam caves, ebony-colored beaches and the off-beat lifestyle that surrounds them. And from the west beckons the volcano; a pulsing cauldron of fire and creation that delights and awes in equal measure. Through-out the islands our Museums abound, each a small gem.

Hilo Shopping

Shopping in Hilo is like snorkeling in its ocean – you never know what you’ll find. There is stunning apparel so vibrant that your loved ones will never lose you at a party or a ball game again! Uncover hand-crafted ukuleles to strum away winter nights as you wallow in the warm memories of your island days. Find fruits and delicacies so tongue-tinglingly delicious that your taste buds will party and beg for more.

Restaurants

You can eat your way around Asia, without ever leaving this beautiful side of the island. You can sample the Pacific Ocean’s bounty by simply opening a menu. You can enjoy an Angus steak so tender and gratifying that only a local ranch could have produced it. Along the well-worn streets of Hilo, you’ll find the rewards of the town’s appeal to a seafaring world: Mexican heat, Thai sizzle, Chinese choice, Italian panache, Hawaiian feasting, Pacific fusion. The flavors of the world are yours to embrace. In short, when you come to Hilo, bring an appetite.

Hilo Area Lodging & Hotels

Each visitor to East Hawaii brings unique expectations and needs. Never is this truer than in the desire for accommodation. To meet a varied market, Hilo offers a multitude of options. If comfort is paramount, vacation homes, hotels and inns are available and ready to envelope you in the lap of luxury. Those wishing to save money for daytime delights may choose to camp or lay their heads down in an inexpensive hostel. For frugal comfort and privacy, inexpensive hotels and B&Bs offer a welcome choice.

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