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1. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Keaukaha
United States
Phillip
CA $207
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Keaukaha
United States
Manuel
CA $237
CA $346 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

3. SCP Hilo Hotel

SCP Hilo Hotel
Keaukaha
United States
Janalene
CA $199
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
SCP Hilo Hotel

4. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Keaukaha
United States
Yoshie
CA $165
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

5. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay
Hilo
United States
Kelly
CA $327
CA $593 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

6. Hamakua Guesthouse

Hamakua Guesthouse
Pepeekeo
United States
Zeeba
CA $124
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hamakua Guesthouse

7. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

Kikala Waterfall Lodge
Hilo
Canada
Ruby
CA $174
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Kikala Waterfall Lodge

8. Hilltop Vacation Rental

Hilltop Vacation Rental
Hilo
United States
Cyrus
CA $166
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hilltop Vacation Rental

9. Mahana House Country Inn

Mahana House Country Inn
Hakalau
United States
Ruohong
CA $189
CA $348 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Mahana House Country Inn

10. Arnott's Lodge

Arnott's Lodge
Keaukaha
United States
Sethu
CA $218
CA $259 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Arnott's Lodge

11. Aarons Cottage

Aarons Cottage
Keaukaha
United States
Ryan
CA $226
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Aarons Cottage

12. Hilo Town Inn

Hilo Town Inn
Hilo
United States
Michael
CA $170
CA $202 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hilo Town Inn

13. Hilo Vacation Rental

Hilo Vacation Rental
Hilo
United States
Bryson
CA $127
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hilo Vacation Rental

14. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B
Hilo
United States
Lindy
CA $343
CA $407 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

15. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
Hilo
United States
Heng
CA $359
CA $426 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

16. Hoomaikai Blessing's

Hoomaikai Blessing's
Keaau
United States
Brian
CA $145
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hoomaikai Blessing's

17. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

Howzit Hostels Hawaii
Hilo
United States
Sam
CA $132
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Howzit Hostels Hawaii
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Stay near popular Papaikou attractions

Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (188 reviews)
Discover over 2,000 species of tropical plants at this conservation area set in a fertile valley, where dense rainforest offers a home to diverse animal life.
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Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Papaikou. Wander the beaches and gardens in this family-friendly area.
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Onomea Tea Company Estate

Enjoy an outing to Onomea Tea Company Estate during your stay in Papaikou. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
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Come to relaxing Papaikou and enjoy its beaches, food, and gardens.

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A waterfall cascading over rocks in a lush forest.
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Top Papaikou Hotel Reviews

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"nice place to stay"
Anthony 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
Kikala Waterfall Lodge

Kikala Waterfall Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The property was absolutely gorgeous. Will definitely book here again."
Jason 4-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Kikala Waterfall Lodge
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is definitely old with limited parking. First impressions aside, it is located on the bay in a quiet part of Hilo. The rooms too were old and had not been renovated in a while, but ours was spacious and clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful."
Paul 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful setting on the water. Friendly and helpful property owners. Very clean and comfortable accommodations. Will stay there again."
Lindy 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B
Aarons Cottage

Aarons Cottage

10/10 Excellent
"Second time staying at Aaron’s Cottage. This time cottage #4 with the 4 person set up for my wife and I and our two daughters. Little kitchenette with practically everything. Also have access to community kitchen. Look to see if Aaron’s has availability the next time this local family head to Hilo!"
Ryan 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Aarons Cottage
Arnott's Lodge

Arnott's Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"only issue there was is the ac did not get very cold. i set the temperatre to 64 degrees, which is the coldest setting, and the room felt like 70 degrees. also not a big deal unless you arriveing on a late flight, office hours are only 9-5, checking in after 5 is an issue"
Ronnel 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Arnott's Lodge
Mahana House Country Inn

Mahana House Country Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Mahana House is a gorgeous space where seemingly everything has been thought about and tended to. The hosts are kind, gracious, and welcoming. They're as available as you need them to be, and when my mom and I were caught in a tropical storm and literally not even sure we'd make it to the inn, they were continuously available and responsible, without having electricity themselves. This is a truly beautiful, special place, and I hope to go back!"
Jessica 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Mahana House Country Inn
Hilltop Vacation Rental

Hilltop Vacation Rental

10/10 Excellent
"Nice old plantation style house with a beautiful yard and view of Hilo. Staff was nice and helpful, even tho I arrived a day and a half late. Very peaceful place to stay, with birds chirping in the morning and coqui frogs croaking at night."
Shawn 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hilltop Vacation Rental
Hamakua Hotel

Hamakua Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff is wonderful, delicious fruit for breakfast and amazing views. Valerie is a wonderful host at this resort."
Raymond 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Hamakua Hotel

More cheap stays in Papaikou

Hamakua Guesthouse

Hamakua Guesthouse

28-1435 Old Mamalahoa Hwy. Pepeekeo HI
CA $124
CA $147 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
includes taxes & fees
Hamakua Guesthouse
Hoomaikai Blessing's

Hoomaikai Blessing's

15-1851 15th Ave Keaau HI
CA $145
CA $172 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
Hoomaikai Blessing's
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

175 Banyan Drive Hilo HI
CA $165
CA $195 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel
Hilo Town Inn

Hilo Town Inn

132 Punahoa St Hilo HI
CA $170
CA $202 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
Hilo Town Inn
Arnott's Lodge

Arnott's Lodge

98 Apapane Road Hilo HI
CA $218
CA $259 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (310 reviews)
Arnott's Lodge
Dolphin Bay Hotel

Dolphin Bay Hotel

333 Iliahi Street Hilo HI
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (673 reviews)
Dolphin Bay Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Papaikou?
The best area to stay in Papaikou is directly within the town itself, particularly along the coastal road, for those seeking a tranquil and scenic Hawaiian experience.Papaikou is a small, quiet community located just north of Hilo on the Big Island. The main road, Kamehameha Avenue, winds along the ocean, offering stunning views and easy access to the coastline. It's characterised by lush greenery, historic plantation-era homes, and a relaxed pace of life.Couples looking for a peaceful escape will find Papaikou ideal. You can enjoy the natural beauty, perhaps exploring nearby waterfalls like Rainbow Falls or Akaka Falls, which are a short drive away. The lack of large resorts means a more intimate and personal stay, often in holiday rentals with private lanais overlooking the Pacific.Families might also appreciate Papaikou for its quiet setting. While not bustling with attractions, it provides a calm base from which to explore the Big Island's natural wonders.
What are the best hotels in Papaikou that travellers recommend?
For an excellent hotel in Papaikou that travellers consistently recommend, consider Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation.This 3-star property, with an outstanding 9.6 rating, is praised for its comfortable and clean rooms and wonderful hospitality. Guests appreciate the great and quiet location, which is just 1.2 km from the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and 1.1 km from the Onomea Tea Company Estate. The accommodation features premium bedding, a private pool, and private outdoor hot tubs, which guests describe as nice. Many rooms also offer sea, mountain, and ocean views.
What are the best budget hotels in Papaikou?
For a budget-friendly and highly-rated accommodation in Papaikou, consider Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation.This 3-star property, with an outstanding 9.6 rating, offers comfortable and clean rooms. Guests frequently highlight the wonderful hospitality and the nice hot tub, some of which are private and outdoors. The location is great and quiet, with sea and ocean views. It is conveniently located near Onomea Bay and the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, both just 1.5 km away.
What are the most romantic hotels in Papaikou for couples?
For a romantic getaway in Papaikou, the Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation is an outstanding choice for couples.This 3-star property, rated an exceptional 9.6, is specifically designed for adults, ensuring a tranquil and intimate experience. Guests consistently praise the comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the wonderful hospitality. The location is described as great and quiet, ideal for a peaceful retreat. You can enjoy stunning ocean and sea views, relax in the outdoor pool with sun loungers, or unwind in a hot tub, including private outdoor options. This accommodation is also conveniently located just 1.5 km from the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, great for a romantic stroll.
What are the best hotels in Papaikou near Hamakua Heritage Corridor?
For a highly-rated family-friendly hotel in Papaikou, consider the Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation.This 3-star accommodation, rated 9.6, offers a comfortable and clean stay. Guests appreciate the great and quiet location. The hotel provides sea views and ocean views, along with a hot tub, a private outdoor hot tub, and a private outdoor pool with sun loungers. While the Hamakua Heritage Corridor is 59 km away, the hotel is conveniently located near the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden and the Onomea Tea Company Estate, both just over 1 km away.
When is the best time to go to Papaikou?
The best time to visit Papaikou, Hawaii, is during the dry season, which typically runs from April to October.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities like exploring the nearby botanical gardens or visiting the stunning waterfalls. The weather is consistently warm, with average temperatures in the high 20s Celsius, great for enjoying the natural beauty of the Big Island.For couples looking for a relaxing escape, the drier months offer the great conditions for romantic strolls along the coast or enjoying meals outdoors with ocean views. You can comfortably explore the picturesque drives and hiking trails without the interruption of frequent showers.Families will also find this period excellent for a holiday, as the pleasant weather allows for uninterrupted enjoyment of activities such as visiting the Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens or spending a day at the beach in nearby Hilo.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Papaikou.
How much is the nightly rate at a Papaikou hotel?
Prices for hotels in Papaikou often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $147 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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