We stay at the Hilo Hawaiian on the Big Island once a year. It is a nice location, relatively close to the waterfalls and the volcano. We enjoy staying here because the staff is nice and friendly and we are kind of in the middle of things on this side of the island.
The rooms are average and the hotel has a decent pool. There is an awesome view of Mauna Kea and Hilo Bay and you can take some nice walks in the morning right outside the hotel.
I recommend going up to visit the volcano while you are here and seeing some of the waterfalls. Hilo really has a lot to offer on a whole for an interesting vacation. My husband got a massage one day at the hotel and he said he thought it was worth the $80 or so he spent on it. There is a nice restuarant that has an all you can eat buffet on weekend nights. It is a bit pricey, but not bad for a couple on vacation.
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