NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown
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About this property
Whalecome and AlohaYou looking for an authentic Hawaiian Nautical experience? Let the Whaler`s Inn be your perfect spot to relax, set your sails with us and put down your anchor. We are located right in Downtown Hilo just Minutes away from ...
Location
Located in Hilo, this vacation home is in the city center. Port of Hilo and Naniloa Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Hilo Farmers Market and Hilo Shopping Center. East Hawaii Cultural Center and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also worth visiting.
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Free Parking
Outdoor Furniture
Location
239 Ululani Street, Hawaii, United States of America
Room options
18
Two-Bedroom House
1 Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 5
1200 ft²
City ViewCourtyard ViewAir ConditioningKitchenRefrigeratorPrivate EntranceAccessible by Stairs
Guest reviews of NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown
10
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Travellers consistently describe NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown as a clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated home with a well-equipped kitchen and a central, walkable Hilo location that makes exploring markets, restaurants, and attractions easy.
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Travellers consistently describe NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown as a clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated home with a well-equipped kitchen and a central, walkable Hilo location that makes exploring markets, restaurants, and attractions easy.
Many appreciate responsive hosts, clear instructions, and thoughtful extras such as beach gear, coolers, puzzles, and welcome treats. Several reviews note there is no air conditioning, the house can be warm midday, and nighttime coqui frogs or street noise are audible when windows are open (fans and earplugs help). Overall, expect a comfortable, well-supplied base for exploring Hilo, with fan-cooled living and a neighborhood vibe.
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Facilities
Well stocked with practical extras like beach gear, coolers, puzzles, and fans, and parking is described as easy or available.
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Graham T.
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location right near the downtown area. Well stocked with everything you might need or have forgotten.The decor was super fun! Would definitely stay here again
Great location right near the downtown area. Well stocked with everything you might need or have forgotten.The decor was super fun! Would definitely stay here again
10
Debra M.
Dec 8, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Super convenient location, well stocked.
Super convenient location, well stocked.
10
Nohonani L.
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
10
Lindsay F.
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great experience in Hilo thanks to our wonderful stay! Easy check in process, central location, great dining recommendations. The hosts provided water fun toys for the adults and kids (snorkeling, body boards, beach towels). Only wish our stay was longer!
We had a great experience in Hilo thanks to our wonderful stay! Easy check in process, central location, great dining recommendations. The hosts provided water fun toys for the adults and kids (snorkeling, body boards, beach towels). Only wish our stay was longer!
10
Erin A.
Apr 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.
Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.
10
Wesley M.
Jun 22, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
All the amenities you need for a truly relaxing and comfortable stay.
All the amenities you need for a truly relaxing and comfortable stay.
10
Stephanie C.
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very spacious and easy parking.
Very spacious and easy parking.
10
Kim G.
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The cottage was charming and everything we needed for our 2 night stay. We wanted to have a relaxed visit to Volcanoes National Park (i.e. not driving to/from Kona side of island all in one day), visit a couple of waterfalls and do a zip line tour, and Whaler’s Inn was perfect. Fun decor, a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedding. The extra fans were very appreciated both to drown out the sounds of nature (birds/frogs) at night/early morning and to cool down the house. The house is centrally located with respect to Hilo - everything we needed was within a mile. If we come back to the area, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
The cottage was charming and everything we needed for our 2 night stay. We wanted to have a relaxed visit to Volcanoes National Park (i.e. not driving to/from Kona side of island all in one day), visit a couple of waterfalls and do a zip line tour, and Whaler’s Inn was perfect. Fun decor, a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedding. The extra fans were very appreciated both to drown out the sounds of nature (birds/frogs) at night/early morning and to cool down the house. The house is centrally located with respect to Hilo - everything we needed was within a mile. If we come back to the area, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
10
Cyril
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Communication was quick and professional. The place was spacious and as advertized. We really liked that there was a cooler, swim equipment, puzzles, and other amenities so we didnt have to fly with anything.
Communication was quick and professional. The place was spacious and as advertized. We really liked that there was a cooler, swim equipment, puzzles, and other amenities so we didnt have to fly with anything.
10
Paulene T.
Jan 23, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A beautifully decorated apartment in Hilo. The theme was whales and there were so many beautiful ornaments--tasteful, not tacky--it was a lovely stay. The rooms were big and airy, and light-filled, all with fans...which we needed. The kitchen was well equipped, and the owner left us some local treats! It really felt like a home in Hilo. Recommended.
A beautifully decorated apartment in Hilo. The theme was whales and there were so many beautiful ornaments--tasteful, not tacky--it was a lovely stay. The rooms were big and airy, and light-filled, all with fans...which we needed. The kitchen was well equipped, and the owner left us some local treats! It really felt like a home in Hilo. Recommended.
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Cleanliness
Reviews repeatedly describe the home as clean and well maintained.
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Jennifer C.
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
10
Sung K.
Apr 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The location is convenient. The home was clean and looked like the pictures. We had a great time while staying there.
The location is convenient. The home was clean and looked like the pictures. We had a great time while staying there.
10
Nohonani L.
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
10
Kyeongnam K.
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good to stay with friends or family! Clean and super convienent to go somewhere in Hilo.
Very good to stay with friends or family! Clean and super convienent to go somewhere in Hilo.
10
Nicholas G.
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean, cute, and functional. Perfect home base for our stay on the Big Island. Had a great time.!
Clean, cute, and functional. Perfect home base for our stay on the Big Island. Had a great time.!
10
Erin A.
Apr 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.
Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.
10
Lee H.
Mar 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, well stocked home in a great location. Great base to explore the Hilo area!
Clean, well stocked home in a great location. Great base to explore the Hilo area!
10
Ari G.
Mar 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed here with my kids, aged 16 and 12. It was very near to downtown Hilo, about an hour to the Volcano national park. We had a good time there, the place was clean and the hosts responsive. We enjoye
Stayed here with my kids, aged 16 and 12. It was very near to downtown Hilo, about an hour to the Volcano national park. We had a good time there, the place was clean and the hosts responsive. We enjoye
10
Beth D.
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The location was very close to activities in Hilo, and the host was very responsive and informative about restaurants and other amenities around the area. The house was clean and she even left little gifts for us ! Would recommend this cute house if you’re staying in Hilo for a few days.
The location was very close to activities in Hilo, and the host was very responsive and informative about restaurants and other amenities around the area. The house was clean and she even left little gifts for us ! Would recommend this cute house if you’re staying in Hilo for a few days.
10
Liliya B.
Dec 31, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean, cozy, just beautiful place with amazing design! Restaurants and shops in walking distance.
Very clean, cozy, just beautiful place with amazing design! Restaurants and shops in walking distance.
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Rooms
Spacious, comfortable rooms with fun nautical decor and a well-equipped kitchen; beds are generally comfortable. Several reviews mention there is no AC and that coqui frogs or street noise can be heard at night when windows are open.
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Jennifer C.
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
8
Patrick S.
Jan 20, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Very nice house in Hilo neighborhood. My wife said it was "adorable". Two blocks from the local grocery store and within walking distance of other shops and stores. The kitchen was well equipped with utensils and dinnerware. If you plan on using the gas grill you'll need the small, detachable gas cannister like Coleman makes. The coqui frogs are loud at night, so if you haven't been to the Big Island before, be prepared. They actually have a jar of ear plugs for guests.
Very nice house in Hilo neighborhood. My wife said it was "adorable". Two blocks from the local grocery store and within walking distance of other shops and stores. The kitchen was well equipped with utensils and dinnerware. If you plan on using the gas grill you'll need the small, detachable gas cannister like Coleman makes. The coqui frogs are loud at night, so if you haven't been to the Big Island before, be prepared. They actually have a jar of ear plugs for guests.
10
Ruth V.
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
The property has a spaceous kitchen/great room area and a very comfy couch. The kitchen has everything we needed and we were able to have several meals at the property. The shower is large and comfortable. The two bedrooms have a queen bed with plenty of room for suitcases, etc. The overall decor is lovely and interesting. We enjoyed working the puzzles and apreciated a chance to play Crimes Against Humanity.
The property has a spaceous kitchen/great room area and a very comfy couch. The kitchen has everything we needed and we were able to have several meals at the property. The shower is large and comfortable. The two bedrooms have a queen bed with plenty of room for suitcases, etc. The overall decor is lovely and interesting. We enjoyed working the puzzles and apreciated a chance to play Crimes Against Humanity.
8
Happy T.
Mar 5, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
A comfortable, well-equipped house close to the center of Hilo. The kitchen had everything we needed for meal preparation. The absence of air conditioning was not a problem. Open windows did allow for some street noise, but the house made us feel like we were part of the neighborhood.
A comfortable, well-equipped house close to the center of Hilo. The kitchen had everything we needed for meal preparation. The absence of air conditioning was not a problem. Open windows did allow for some street noise, but the house made us feel like we were part of the neighborhood.
10
Erin A.
Apr 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.
Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.
10
Robert E J.
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely, spacious house with modern well-equipped kitchen. Instructions clear and easy to follow. Not far from farmers market.
Lovely, spacious house with modern well-equipped kitchen. Instructions clear and easy to follow. Not far from farmers market.
10
Kim G.
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The cottage was charming and everything we needed for our 2 night stay. We wanted to have a relaxed visit to Volcanoes National Park (i.e. not driving to/from Kona side of island all in one day), visit a couple of waterfalls and do a zip line tour, and Whaler’s Inn was perfect. Fun decor, a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedding. The extra fans were very appreciated both to drown out the sounds of nature (birds/frogs) at night/early morning and to cool down the house. The house is centrally located with respect to Hilo - everything we needed was within a mile. If we come back to the area, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
The cottage was charming and everything we needed for our 2 night stay. We wanted to have a relaxed visit to Volcanoes National Park (i.e. not driving to/from Kona side of island all in one day), visit a couple of waterfalls and do a zip line tour, and Whaler’s Inn was perfect. Fun decor, a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedding. The extra fans were very appreciated both to drown out the sounds of nature (birds/frogs) at night/early morning and to cool down the house. The house is centrally located with respect to Hilo - everything we needed was within a mile. If we come back to the area, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
10
Karen A.
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The house was beautiful and the decoration was amazing! We had a really good time and enjoyed our staying :)
The house was beautiful and the decoration was amazing! We had a really good time and enjoyed our staying :)
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Paulene T.
Jan 23, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A beautifully decorated apartment in Hilo. The theme was whales and there were so many beautiful ornaments--tasteful, not tacky--it was a lovely stay. The rooms were big and airy, and light-filled, all with fans...which we needed. The kitchen was well equipped, and the owner left us some local treats! It really felt like a home in Hilo. Recommended.
A beautifully decorated apartment in Hilo. The theme was whales and there were so many beautiful ornaments--tasteful, not tacky--it was a lovely stay. The rooms were big and airy, and light-filled, all with fans...which we needed. The kitchen was well equipped, and the owner left us some local treats! It really felt like a home in Hilo. Recommended.
10
Bob F.
Jun 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We were pleased with the accommodations and would consider staying there again. The location is good and neighborhood is okay. Seems like a lot of young renters. The interior of the apartment is clean and VERY functional. The beds were fine. Hilo is rainy and muggy so there is time involved with windows open, intermittent windows closed, and running the ceiling fans is essential for comfort! AC would have been nice as the insect and street noise was significant but open windows were necessary for nighttime comfort.
We were pleased with the accommodations and would consider staying there again. The location is good and neighborhood is okay. Seems like a lot of young renters. The interior of the apartment is clean and VERY functional. The beds were fine. Hilo is rainy and muggy so there is time involved with windows open, intermittent windows closed, and running the ceiling fans is essential for comfort! AC would have been nice as the insect and street noise was significant but open windows were necessary for nighttime comfort.
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Service
Hosts are responsive and helpful with clear instructions, easy check-in, and proactive communication. Guests also mention thoughtful welcome treats and local tips, and one review notes a lost item was mailed back.
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Jennifer C.
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
10
Kuana T.
Apr 17, 2023
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Stayed 9 nights
Super clean. Convenient. Thoughtful touches. Great communication. Would stay again for sure.
Super clean. Convenient. Thoughtful touches. Great communication. Would stay again for sure.
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Emily C.
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
So close to it all…necessities, restaurants, shopping, waterfalls, all the things; felt like everything was a 10 minute trip at most. We felt right at home. Communication from host was concise, consistent, and ahead of schedule. We were given pertinent details and pictures of the location so we could find it easily after a long flight (we were exhausted) as well as recommendations on where to go. Love this place! Also…it’s adorable.
So close to it all…necessities, restaurants, shopping, waterfalls, all the things; felt like everything was a 10 minute trip at most. We felt right at home. Communication from host was concise, consistent, and ahead of schedule. We were given pertinent details and pictures of the location so we could find it easily after a long flight (we were exhausted) as well as recommendations on where to go. Love this place! Also…it’s adorable.
10
Nohonani L.
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
10
Lindsay F.
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great experience in Hilo thanks to our wonderful stay! Easy check in process, central location, great dining recommendations. The hosts provided water fun toys for the adults and kids (snorkeling, body boards, beach towels). Only wish our stay was longer!
We had a great experience in Hilo thanks to our wonderful stay! Easy check in process, central location, great dining recommendations. The hosts provided water fun toys for the adults and kids (snorkeling, body boards, beach towels). Only wish our stay was longer!
10
David Z.
Dec 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great time at this property. Everything was well thought out (extra bedding, crib for kids, stuff for cooking), and we liked the small touches like the coffee and treats. The hosts were very helpful and communicated well during the process. We would be looking to stay here again the next time we come to Hawaii!
We had a great time at this property. Everything was well thought out (extra bedding, crib for kids, stuff for cooking), and we liked the small touches like the coffee and treats. The hosts were very helpful and communicated well during the process. We would be looking to stay here again the next time we come to Hawaii!
10
Ken S.
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
The place was terrific and the location was central to everything we needed for a week's adventure. It is done in a lovely high-end style - more than I expected! The hidden gem was the bathroom with a huge, welcoming shower. The place got hot during the mid-day, but we were always out at the beaches or other sights and the fans and windows were plenty for us as the evening rolled around. The team was responsive when we had a few questions and super helpful. I can't imagine a stay going much better.
The place was terrific and the location was central to everything we needed for a week's adventure. It is done in a lovely high-end style - more than I expected! The hidden gem was the bathroom with a huge, welcoming shower. The place got hot during the mid-day, but we were always out at the beaches or other sights and the fans and windows were plenty for us as the evening rolled around. The team was responsive when we had a few questions and super helpful. I can't imagine a stay going much better.
10
Robert E J.
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely, spacious house with modern well-equipped kitchen. Instructions clear and easy to follow. Not far from farmers market.
Lovely, spacious house with modern well-equipped kitchen. Instructions clear and easy to follow. Not far from farmers market.
10
Mary D.
May 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This cottage was a wonderful and relaxing place for our 2-day stay in Hilo. The hosts made us feel right at home with inviting decor and homey touches as welcome gifts. Will certainly keep this place in mind if we ever come back to Hilo!
This cottage was a wonderful and relaxing place for our 2-day stay in Hilo. The hosts made us feel right at home with inviting decor and homey touches as welcome gifts. Will certainly keep this place in mind if we ever come back to Hilo!
10
Beth D.
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The location was very close to activities in Hilo, and the host was very responsive and informative about restaurants and other amenities around the area. The house was clean and she even left little gifts for us ! Would recommend this cute house if you’re staying in Hilo for a few days.
The location was very close to activities in Hilo, and the host was very responsive and informative about restaurants and other amenities around the area. The house was clean and she even left little gifts for us ! Would recommend this cute house if you’re staying in Hilo for a few days.
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Location
Consistently praised for a central, walkable Hilo location near downtown, markets, restaurants, and the ocean, and a practical base for visiting Volcanoes National Park and nearby waterfalls.
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Jennifer C.
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
This was the best place ever! Walking distance to downtown restaurants, shops, and the ocean. The beds were super comfortable and the apartment was clean and updated with all sorts of cooking equipment. The host was communicative. Instructions were simple. Would definitely stay there again!
10
Emily C.
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
So close to it all…necessities, restaurants, shopping, waterfalls, all the things; felt like everything was a 10 minute trip at most. We felt right at home. Communication from host was concise, consistent, and ahead of schedule. We were given pertinent details and pictures of the location so we could find it easily after a long flight (we were exhausted) as well as recommendations on where to go. Love this place! Also…it’s adorable.
So close to it all…necessities, restaurants, shopping, waterfalls, all the things; felt like everything was a 10 minute trip at most. We felt right at home. Communication from host was concise, consistent, and ahead of schedule. We were given pertinent details and pictures of the location so we could find it easily after a long flight (we were exhausted) as well as recommendations on where to go. Love this place! Also…it’s adorable.
10
Kay M.
Sep 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Grew up in Hilo so did a few days during my vacation on the Big Island. Definitely wanted to have a kitchen and be closer to downtown. Did not disappoint! Was able to walk to Moon and Turtle and the Hidden Nēnē, no problem!
Grew up in Hilo so did a few days during my vacation on the Big Island. Definitely wanted to have a kitchen and be closer to downtown. Did not disappoint! Was able to walk to Moon and Turtle and the Hidden Nēnē, no problem!
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Jessica S.
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Property and decor were so much fun and host thought of everything you could possibly need to have the perfect stay. Within walking distance of shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again
Property and decor were so much fun and host thought of everything you could possibly need to have the perfect stay. Within walking distance of shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again
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Nohonani L.
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
We stayed here for Merrie Monarch and it was in the perfect location, central to everything! Parking was always available, the property was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager/cleaners even mailed a necklace to us that my son left behind!! We will definitely stay here again. Mahalo!!!
10
Ken S.
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
The place was terrific and the location was central to everything we needed for a week's adventure. It is done in a lovely high-end style - more than I expected! The hidden gem was the bathroom with a huge, welcoming shower. The place got hot during the mid-day, but we were always out at the beaches or other sights and the fans and windows were plenty for us as the evening rolled around. The team was responsive when we had a few questions and super helpful. I can't imagine a stay going much better.
The place was terrific and the location was central to everything we needed for a week's adventure. It is done in a lovely high-end style - more than I expected! The hidden gem was the bathroom with a huge, welcoming shower. The place got hot during the mid-day, but we were always out at the beaches or other sights and the fans and windows were plenty for us as the evening rolled around. The team was responsive when we had a few questions and super helpful. I can't imagine a stay going much better.
10
Robert E J.
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely, spacious house with modern well-equipped kitchen. Instructions clear and easy to follow. Not far from farmers market.
Lovely, spacious house with modern well-equipped kitchen. Instructions clear and easy to follow. Not far from farmers market.
10
Kim G.
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The cottage was charming and everything we needed for our 2 night stay. We wanted to have a relaxed visit to Volcanoes National Park (i.e. not driving to/from Kona side of island all in one day), visit a couple of waterfalls and do a zip line tour, and Whaler’s Inn was perfect. Fun decor, a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedding. The extra fans were very appreciated both to drown out the sounds of nature (birds/frogs) at night/early morning and to cool down the house. The house is centrally located with respect to Hilo - everything we needed was within a mile. If we come back to the area, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
The cottage was charming and everything we needed for our 2 night stay. We wanted to have a relaxed visit to Volcanoes National Park (i.e. not driving to/from Kona side of island all in one day), visit a couple of waterfalls and do a zip line tour, and Whaler’s Inn was perfect. Fun decor, a well equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedding. The extra fans were very appreciated both to drown out the sounds of nature (birds/frogs) at night/early morning and to cool down the house. The house is centrally located with respect to Hilo - everything we needed was within a mile. If we come back to the area, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
10
Beth D.
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The location was very close to activities in Hilo, and the host was very responsive and informative about restaurants and other amenities around the area. The house was clean and she even left little gifts for us ! Would recommend this cute house if you’re staying in Hilo for a few days.
The location was very close to activities in Hilo, and the host was very responsive and informative about restaurants and other amenities around the area. The house was clean and she even left little gifts for us ! Would recommend this cute house if you’re staying in Hilo for a few days.
10
Yan C.
Jun 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We were so enjoyed the decorated house, waking distance to the center of Hilo. Highly recommended!
We were so enjoyed the decorated house, waking distance to the center of Hilo. Highly recommended!
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Patricia B.
Jul 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Away from home but feeling at home is the best experience one can have. We had it here! Clean perfect directions and a thank you as one walks in. Night sleep came easy due to your thoughtful ear plugs at the door. Although the singing of the frogs made us smile
Away from home but feeling at home is the best experience one can have. We had it here! Clean perfect directions and a thank you as one walks in. Night sleep came easy due to your thoughtful ear plugs at the door. Although the singing of the frogs made us smile
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Steve C.
Jul 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place and the host has everything you would want to use on your vacation!
Great place and the host has everything you would want to use on your vacation!
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Dawn W.
Jul 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful house, great communication from the host. Wish we had stayed longer!
Beautiful house, great communication from the host. Wish we had stayed longer!
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Raymond
Jun 25, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
We, a family of 5, felt very comfortable at this location in Hilo. It was walking distance to a local pizza place, grocery store, farmers market, and even the beach. The house was very clean and the host has for sure thought about all the little things that a traveler would need for an extended stay. They had boogie boards, beach towels, a day trip cooler, not to mention the simple home amenities such as coffee, sandwich bags, fresh local cookies on check in, and even (my wife laughs at me about this one) Q-tips. We enjoyed our stay in Hilo and the home like comforts of this rental. They really thought about the small details which helped make our trip the best.
We, a family of 5, felt very comfortable at this location in Hilo. It was walking distance to a local pizza place, grocery store, farmers market, and even the beach. The house was very clean and the host has for sure thought about all the little things that a traveler would need for an extended stay. They had boogie boards, beach towels, a day trip cooler, not to mention the simple home amenities such as coffee, sandwich bags, fresh local cookies on check in, and even (my wife laughs at me about this one) Q-tips. We enjoyed our stay in Hilo and the home like comforts of this rental. They really thought about the small details which helped make our trip the best.
10
Ron P.
Jun 6, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
The house was clean and had everything we needed.
The house was clean and had everything we needed.
Property Policies
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FAQs about NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown
Is parking available at the property?
Free parking is available on-site.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out availability is not specified.
Where is the property located?
The property is located in Hilo, in the city center, close to the Port of Hilo, Naniloa Country Club, Hilo Farmers Market, and Hilo Shopping Center.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, with ages 0-17 staying for free.
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