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.

NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown

What guests think

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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10

Graham T.

21 Jul 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

10

Debra M.

8 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Super convenient location, well stocked.

10

Nohonani L.

10 Apr 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!!!

10

Lindsay F.

26 Jul 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!

10

Erin A.

2 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.

10

Wesley M.

22 Jun 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

All the amenities you need for a truly relaxing and comfortable stay.

10

Stephanie C.

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very spacious and easy parking.

10

Kim G.

29 Mar 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.

10

Cyril

31 Jul 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.

10

Paulene T.

23 Jan 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.

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Cleanliness

Reviews repeatedly describe the home as clean and well maintained.

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10

Jennifer C.

18 Nov 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!

10

Sung K.

6 Apr 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.

10

Nohonani L.

10 Apr 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!!!

10

Kyeongnam K.

28 Aug 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.

10

Nicholas G.

7 Jun 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.!

10

Erin A.

2 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.

10

Lee H.

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, well stocked home in a great location. Great base to explore the Hilo area!

10

Ari G.

19 Mar 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

10

Beth D.

16 Aug 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.

10

Liliya B.

31 Dec 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

18 Nov 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!

8

Patrick S.

20 Jan 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.

10

Ruth V.

29 Jun 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.

8

Happy T.

5 Mar 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.

10

Erin A.

2 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay, house was clean, beds were comfy, well stocked kitchen and beach gear was great.

10

Robert E J.

22 Sept 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.

10

Kim G.

29 Mar 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.

10

Karen A.

1 Oct 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 :)

10

Paulene T.

23 Jan 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.

10

Bob F.

12 Jun 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.

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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.

18 Nov 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!

10

Kuana T.

17 Apr 2023

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Stayed 9 nights

Super clean. Convenient. Thoughtful touches. Great communication. Would stay again for sure.

10

Emily C.

14 Jun 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.

10

Nohonani L.

10 Apr 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!!!

10

Lindsay F.

26 Jul 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!

10

David Z.

19 Dec 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!

10

Ken S.

25 Aug 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.

10

Robert E J.

22 Sept 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.

10

Mary D.

1 May 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!

10

Beth D.

16 Aug 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.

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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.

18 Nov 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!

10

Emily C.

14 Jun 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.

10

Kay M.

27 Sept 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!

10

Jessica S.

7 Nov 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

10

Nohonani L.

10 Apr 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!!!

10

Ken S.

25 Aug 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.

10

Robert E J.

22 Sept 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.

10

Kim G.

29 Mar 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.

10

Beth D.

16 Aug 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.

10

Yan C.

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We were so enjoyed the decorated house, waking distance to the center of Hilo. Highly recommended!

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NEW Whaler Inn- Nautical Magic Hilo Downtown

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