Grand Historic Hilo House | House in Hilo

9.8 (185 Reviews) |   7 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Hilo House | Grand Historic Hilo House

7 Bedroom House in Hilo

This grand Victorian is located on prestigious Reeds Island -- a hidden jewel of Hawaii's Big Island! Situated on the Wailuku River, Reed's Island was once home to royal Hawaiian families and is only minutes from Hilo's historic downtown, Bay Front and the popular Famers Market.
Built in 1916 by the British banker Thomas Guard, the property is grand and elegant, and on the National Registry of Historic Places. The gracious living room has large sliding picture windows framing the magnificent canopy of nature across the river. A spacious dining room and family room are perfect for family gatherings. The enclosed veranda has large French windows and doors with a desk area and dining table, perfect for creative work and relaxing. The house has 4 spacious bedrooms, one office with day bed, one activity room with large screen TV, game table and day bed, and one children's room with two day beds. We have an open balcony on the second floor overlooking Hilo Bay. The kitchen is large and updated. Two washers and two dryers are in the roomy basement level.
The refined landscape garden ground has been meticulously cared for by our gardeners. Every direction offers lush green and tropical colors.
With the Wailuku River flowing in the backyard and the tropical rain forest setting covering the grounds, the Hilo House is a beautiful place for relaxation and tranquility! Enjoy the view from our newly added cabana and deck area right over the roaring river and water falls.
We are 3 minutes to historic downtown with fine dining and famous Hilo Farmers’ Market; 8 minutes to the Coconut Island and Japanese Zen Garden with ancient Hawaiian fish ponds; 12 minutes to Carlsmith and Richardson Beach with tons of fish and giant turtles for swimming and snorkeling ; 15 minutes to Hilo Airport; 20 minutes to the Akaka Falls; 4 minutes to the Rainbow Falls and Boiling Pots; 40 minutes to National Volcano Park; walking distance to Waianuenue Avenue where local museums, churches, shops and a library reside.
3 surveillance cameras are installed around the exterior of the house. One camera is located over the front entrance, one over the sun-room door and the 3rd one over the driveway.
For additional guests over 2 people there is a $40 additional charge per person per night. Undeclared additional guest fee is $100 per guest per night. Merrie Monarch rates are higher.
Cleaning fee is $400
Tax totaling 17.962%
Event booking $500
Security deposit $2000

Grand Historic Hilo House is located in Hilo. Grand Historic Hilo House provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Fireplace/Heating, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Grand Historic Hilo House has 7 Bedrooms , 6 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Hilo has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Hilo, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • 6+ bathrooms
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Arcade/game room
General
  • Unit size: 6000 sq ft (557 sq m)
  • English
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In the mountains
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Desk
  • Office
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number ge-167-057-4080-01, ta-167-057-4080-01 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

License number: GE-167-057-4080-01, TA-167-057-4080-01

Reviews

Andrea D.
Oct 10, 2025 05:11:05 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Beautiful home and well maintained. Lovely environs and quick trip into downtown Hilo
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