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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 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.

1. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

1.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

YUHEI

AED 331

AED 392 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

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

2. Hilltop Vacation Rental

2.1 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

david

AED 341

AED 623 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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 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.

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

3. SCP Hilo Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.5 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Dana

AED 674

AED 910 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a round wooden table, and a ceiling fan.

4. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Keaukaha, 1.7 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Aja

AED 472

AED 560 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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.

5. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Keaukaha, 1.6 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Shawn

AED 629

AED 916 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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 large hotel with multiple floors and balconies, a swimming pool in the foreground, and palm trees around the pool area.

6. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Keaukaha, 1.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Conrado

AED 587

AED 828 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

7. Mahana House Country Inn

19.2 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Junyi

AED 499

AED 919 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

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

8. Hoomaikai Blessing's

19.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Anthony

AED 373

AED 443 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

5.4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Kelly

AED 867

AED 1,574 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 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.

10. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

6.1 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Heng

AED 947

AED 1,124 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

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.

11. Arnott's Lodge

Keaukaha, 4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Ryan

AED 579

AED 687 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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 house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a visible rainbow in the sky.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, a sliding glass door, and a wooden dresser.

12. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

8.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Jason

AED 463

AED 549 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A room with a view of lush greenery outside, a tiled floor, and a wooden ceiling.

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

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

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

13. Hamakua Guesthouse

15.9 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Yuxuan

AED 336

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

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

14. Aarons Cottage

Keaukaha, 4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Ryan

AED 490

AED 691 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A house with a garage, surrounded by tropical plants.

15. Hilo Vacation Rental

4 km from Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Bryson

AED 337

AED 618 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Wailoa River State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Howzit Hostels Hawaii	9.2 Wonderful 86 reviews	View
Hilltop Vacation Rental	8.8 Excellent 150 reviews	View
SCP Hilo Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel	8.2 Very good 1,010 reviews	View
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton	8.2 Very good 1,385 reviews	View

Top Wailoa River State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

8/10 Good

"Reeds Bay was clean, friendly staff, close to everything, but for sure it’s for the minimalist! No AC, Steps only and worst of all the WiFi was terrible"

SCP Hilo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I don't want to write a review but hotels.com won't stop emailing me"

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Room was excellent and very well maintained. Housekeeping staff were very helpful and punctual. The restaurant was excellent but was surprised to find out the breakfast coupons were for $10 off, not complimentary breakfast. All in all I would stay there again."

Amazing Ocean & Park Views - Pool & AC

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, close to airport. Nice balconies, comfortable spacious apartment"

Cosmopolitan Condo - Lagoon Centre 701 In the Heart of Hilo

8/10 Good

"Currently the pool and BBQs are not available. The unit was very clean with the exception of sand and crumbs in between the couch cushions. The AC units work well however the AC in the master bedroom does not cool as well as the other two and sometimes smells like burning candles. There are homeless in the area of Hilo so sometimes I did not feel comfortable walking into town or around town by myself. The location of the condo is good. The property management company is very responsive."

Hilo Lagoon Centre 814 2 King BR 2BA AC Ocean View

10/10 Excellent

"Great place in Hilo"

Renovated air conditioned 2 bed/2bath condo in the Heart of Hilo!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean home, central location and a very comfy bed. The AC blows cold and we were happy with this Vrbo. This condo is in a 55 year old building. If you have to go to Hilo, this would be a good choice."

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2BRCondo

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our condo-looked exactly as represented on the website. It’s spacious and modern. The location is close to town as well as the freeway and beaches. It was also great having covered parking and laundromat facilities on our floor. Our host was responsive to our messages and the instructions in the room were very helpful. Would highly recommend!"

LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC

10/10 Excellent

"Property was Perfection! Our only negative part was that we only got to stay there one night because we had to cut our trip short and leave early due to the pending hurricane. But we will be back!"

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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wailoa River State Recreation Area?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Wailoa River State Recreation Area, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

2. Hilltop Vacation Rental

3. SCP Hilo Hotel

4. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

5. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

6. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

7. Mahana House Country Inn

8. Hoomaikai Blessing's

9. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

10. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

11. Arnott's Lodge

12. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

13. Hamakua Guesthouse

14. Aarons Cottage

15. 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

SCP Hilo Hotel

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Amazing Ocean & Park Views - Pool & AC

Cosmopolitan Condo - Lagoon Centre 701 In the Heart of Hilo

Hilo Lagoon Centre 814 2 King BR 2BA AC Ocean View

Renovated air conditioned 2 bed/2bath condo in the Heart of Hilo!

Stunning Views Best Locale Hilo 2BRCondo

LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC

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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