Discover your perfect getaway in Hilo! This freshly updated suite boasts a prime location just minutes from the airport, shopping, dining, and farmers markets. Enjoy the beautiful flora view from your spacious balcony, or take a stroll through Wailoa River State Park. With brand-new flooring, lighting, appliances, cabinets, and countertops, this suite has everything you need for an unforgettable stay. Start your day off right with a cup of coffee overlooking the pool and Waiakea Pond. This studio/condo is located on the first floor of the beautiful Waiakea Villas in Hilo, with on-site 24/7 security. One queen-sized bed with 100% cotton linens and a futon sofa bed that can be converted to a twin bed. Essential kitchenware, including a pot, pan, rice cooker, electric cooktop, stove, microwave, and refrigerator. A coffee maker and toaster are also provided. There is an outdoor dining table for three on the balcony. A new 50-inch smart TV, and desk workspace. Enjoy high-speed free Wi-Fi (300 Mbps). An additional towel fan is provided. ( No AC) It is only a 5-minute drive from Hilo Airport, and within 1-5 minutes of shopping centers, grocery stores, restaurants, food trucks, farmers' markets, and downtown Hilo. It is also just 2 minutes from the Merrie Monarch Festival, 10 minutes from Rainbow Falls, 40 minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and 10 minutes from Panaewa Zoo.

Greetings! I'm Vivian, and I've made Hilo, Hawaii my home for the past 7 years. I find joy in connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. I'm easy-going, patient, and compassionate. I look forward to meeting you and doing my best to ensure your stay is enjoyable and memorable. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about my listing.

Neighborhood Highlights: Endless outdoor adventures await when staying at our apartment. Spend your days swimming, snorkeling, surfing, and boating at nearby beaches such as Lilivokalani Park and Garden, Carlsmith Beach Park, and Richardson Beach Park. Enjoy a true Hawaiian experience by visiting Volcano National Park, where you'll see live lava flows, lava tubes, and glowing creatures. Book a tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters to see the action from the sky. An array of additional attractions are just a short drive from your door, including Akaka Falls State Park, Rainbow Falls, Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, and Stargazing at Mauna Kea Mountain. For an evening out, grab a lite at local eatery favorites such as Pepe's Kitchen, pineapples Restaurant, or Kuhio Grill- Home of the famous 1lb Laulau. Our Studio is in a prime Hilo location, within walking distance to the mall, main shopping center, and restaurants. Minutes drive from beaches, our famous Hilo Farmers Market, and easy access to swimming, fishing, snorkeling, boating, surfing, paddleboarding, hiking, Volcanoes National Park, waterfalls and more. We are not located near a bus stop as our public transportation system on the Big Island is limited at this time. We strongly recommend renting a vehicle during your stay on the island, so you can enjoy its many features uninhibited (4-wheel drive is even better!). Uber, lyft, and taxi services are also available.