175 Banyan Drive, Hilo, HI 96720, United States
#7 of 8 hotels in Hilo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1049 hotel reviews
7.1Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Location
8.6
Facilities
6.9
Staff
8.3
Value for money
7.6
Free WiFi
6.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 May 2023
Shirley
United StatesNoise from other bldg
Friendly
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Susanne
United StatesThe pool was closed. Not many restaurants within walking distance.
Good price, nice to have a balcony and kitchenette.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 4 May 2023
Carlos
United StatesThe condition of the room and building. Paint was peeling of the walls and cabinets. Furniture was in bad shape too. Bed was springy.
It was very clean and the amenities were great!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 1 May 2023
Cheryl
AustraliaNo ac would be bad in summer and no elevators make travelling with big bags a little difficult
We loved that the security guard carried our bags to the room; appreciated the friendly check in staff. We liked its retro vibe and authentic identity.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 29 April 2023
Lynda
United StatesThe refrigerator door opened toward the wall and was not convenient but it worked.
The room worked out well.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 25 April 2023
Véronique
FranceWell located. spacious rooms. Nice kitchenette.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Christine
United StatesNot having WIFI in room. But it was only for 1 night. The password for room did not work. Since no air, left window open. Loud buzz from other hotel. Not sure where it was coming from but it was bearable. Would have been less if on higher floor but that would mean we would have to lug our suitcases up flights of stairs and at 72 years old, kinda difficult.
First floor was ideal since we had luggage.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 14 April 2023
Bernadette
United StatesGreat location, building was old but units were very clean
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 14 April 2023
Ray
United StatesOcean view
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 5 April 2023
Krystal
United StatesThe staff that checked us in were not very friendly, and I had to wait 15+ minutes for them to finish up on a phone call before they were able to check us in
Close to the ocean, free parking, easy self-checkout
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Cynthia
United Statescheck-in desk/lobby environment was a bit uninviting, security was a bit iffy inside and outside the building, room door only had a doorknob lock, no extra locks/protection to outside folks
cleanliness inside room, location by bay, room amenities
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 1 April 2023
Sieradzki
United StatesWe were given a room on the third floor and there are no elevators available. It was difficult for my wife who has a knee problem to climb the stairs.
Large room with full refrigerator, sink and kitchen utensils.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 31 March 2023
Jane
United StatesGreat location, quiet, clean. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 28 March 2023
Lorraine
CanadaMore than 2 glasses, cups, plates, utensils etc. would be nice, so we wouldn't have to wash them so often. The building and contents needs some serious updating, but is kept clean.
On Banyan Drive. A great location to walk the bay and parks. Close to some restaurants. Comfortable beds. An electric frying pan and the microwave were handy to make simple meals. Staff were very pleasant and helpful. Umbrellas were available to use.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 March 2023
Sue
United KingdomBeautiful views, and very clean
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 18 March 2023
Jene
United StatesAs mentioned earlier, the building is old and the inside could use a remodel.
The Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel is an old hotel and could use some updates, but it is freshly painted and the rooms are clean. Five minutes to the airport and exceptionally affordable. The people who work there are friendly and accommodating.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 17 March 2023
Dallas
New ZealandLovely staff, comfy bed, handy to some excellent restaurants, good pool😊 good kitchenette
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 11 March 2023
Pamela
United StatesProperty is a bit run down but very clean and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 March 2023
Linda
United StatesBe aware that there is no air conditioning and there is no elevator. These facts are clearly stated at booking. For me, this wasn’t a problem.
The setting is beautiful - overlooking the Bay and swimming pool was inviting. The staff was very pleasant and helpful especially with helping me park the huge truck that Dollar RAC gave me. I appreciated the parking attendant giving me pointers on where to park that huge truck.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 9 March 2023
Vivian
CanadaNo plug in close to the bed. Had shampoo but no conditioner.
Close enough to the ocean I could hear and see waves with the windows open. Very friendly staff. They did their best to get us a room where we could see and hear the ocean. Security patrolling during the night. Lots of clean towels, etc. Quick drive from airport. Restaurants close by.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 23 February 2023
Chun
United StatesWeak WiFi in the room.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 20 February 2023
Edward
United Stateslimited parking..high price
proximity to airport
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Victor
United StatesWe requested a room with a view of the bay and generally, were satisfied with the view from our room, although the other room looked out over a cyclone fence and a waste disposal area as well as the bay. The photos on the web page must have been taken twenty years ago, the rooms were considerably run-down, ripped couch covers, missing utensils, generally not very clean, although the bed was really comfortable and the bathroom was clean. The wi-fi DOES NOT Work in the rooms. If you enjoy being under the flight path of the airport, this is the place for you. Very limited parking after 5 PM.
The staff was very friendly, and the night security guard was quite helpful in trying to find a parking space for us. Our room on the first floor had a great view of the bay if you didn't stand up to see the cyclone fencing around the pool. As promised on the web page, a huge cruise liner pulled up just a stone's throw from our room and there was a lot of shipping activity.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 18 February 2023
Gordon
CanadaIt was a VERY noisy hotel during the night, from 11pm thru to the early morning. Security was not concerned when we reported this. So if you do not mind getting by on a couple hours of sleep this could be a good choice for you as it seems the hotel does not have quite hours. The hotel is old but kept very clean.
Location was very good and the staff excellent with the exception of Night security.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 15 February 2023
Gail
United Stateslocation
Stayed in February 2023
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