Hilo travel guide
Hilo Tourism | Hilo Guide
You're Going to Love Hilo
With a population of 43.263, Hilo is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hilo has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Hilo
Activities
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Other activities
Where to Eat in Hilo
If you’re looking for affordable options, WSW The Steakhouse | Breakfast, Sunday Brunch & Dinner (71 Banyan Dr) and Miyo's Restaurant and Izakaya Bar (564 Hinano St) are great picks.
When to visit Hilo
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hilo in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 64.4 °F, with an average temperature of 71.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 15.5″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Hilo, with an average rainfall of 7.4″.
How to Get to Hilo
Plane
When flying to Hilo, you’ll arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO), which is located 5 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hilo include Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Hilo departs from Honolulu and takes around 53m.
Car
Another option to get to Hilo is to pick up a car rental from Kahului, which is about 194 km from Hilo. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Kahului.
Airlines serving Hilo
Where to stay in Hilo
Average rates range from around $221 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $468 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Aarons Cottage and Wild Ginger Inn Bed and Breakfast.
Where to stay in popular areas of Hilo
Most booked hotels in Hilo
Renting a car in Hilo
Renting a car in Hilo costs $79 per day, on average, or $236 if you want to rent if for 3 days. Hertz, Budget and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Hilo is the Dollar branch at 1 General Lyman Field, which is 1 km from the city center.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Hilo Intl.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Hilo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. The most frequently booked car type in Hilo is Standard (Chevrolet Trailblazer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.