Whaler's Inn -Nautical Magical
5.0
Outstanding(42 Reviews)House in Hilo, HI
5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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About this house rental
Whalecome and Aloha!
You looking for an authentic Hawaiian Nautical experience? Let the Whaler's Inn be your perfect spot to relax, set your sails with us and put down your anchor. We are located right in Downtown Hilo just Minutes away from Shops, Restaurants and just a stroll to the Ocean of Hilo Bay.
Modern Open concept with brand new bathroom and kitchen awaits you! Come stay with us and let us know if you have any questions we happy to help!
Our place is perfect for family and friends or business. Brand new renovated and well equipped with all the essentials you will need after a day of exploring - you will LoVe your stay!
You will feel our nautical details in every room and can learn a lot about Whales at the same time if you like. The koholā (humpback whale) was well known to the early Hawaiians.
Our space offers a brand new Kitchen - designed in the colours of blue, white and Autumn Blush. The kitchen is well equipped as well. Another Highlight is the new renovated Bathroom especially the Shower - Throughout the home we have nice lighting plus ceilingfans and curtains in every room. The rooms are Breezy and have all the privacy you need to relax. Another Extra of this Home is also that we added a Brand new Washer and Dryer a guest feature as well as some Beach Essentials like Beach Towels for you to use so you do not have to bring it.
You can self Check-in with our Smart Lock. Easy Self Check-in via Code.
We are always available for our guests via phone call or text message or simply through the messenger just reach out to us we are happy to help.
Our single family home is located in Downtown Hilo with an upstairs and downstairs. You will have the Street level House all to your self with 2 Private entrances.
We will send you a four digit code for your self check-in.
You looking for an authentic Hawaiian Nautical experience? Let the Whaler's Inn be your perfect spot to relax, set your sails with us and put down your anchor. We are located right in Downtown Hilo just Minutes away from Shops, Restaurants and just a stroll to the Ocean of Hilo Bay.
Modern Open concept with brand new bathroom and kitchen awaits you! Come stay with us and let us know if you have any questions we happy to help!
Our place is perfect for family and friends or business. Brand new renovated and well equipped with all the essentials you will need after a day of exploring - you will LoVe your stay!
You will feel our nautical details in every room and can learn a lot about Whales at the same time if you like. The koholā (humpback whale) was well known to the early Hawaiians.
Our space offers a brand new Kitchen - designed in the colours of blue, white and Autumn Blush. The kitchen is well equipped as well. Another Highlight is the new renovated Bathroom especially the Shower - Throughout the home we have nice lighting plus ceilingfans and curtains in every room. The rooms are Breezy and have all the privacy you need to relax. Another Extra of this Home is also that we added a Brand new Washer and Dryer a guest feature as well as some Beach Essentials like Beach Towels for you to use so you do not have to bring it.
You can self Check-in with our Smart Lock. Easy Self Check-in via Code.
We are always available for our guests via phone call or text message or simply through the messenger just reach out to us we are happy to help.
Our single family home is located in Downtown Hilo with an upstairs and downstairs. You will have the Street level House all to your self with 2 Private entrances.
We will send you a four digit code for your self check-in.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Hilo, HI
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(42 Reviews)5.0
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!
5.0
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
5.0
High quality of everything, from communication to interior design and equipment. We were so happy and didn’t miss a thing. Were surprised that the place was actually better than the add, haha. The owners have put a lot of effort on every little detail. Highest recommendations.
5.0
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.
5.0
It was the perfect location and an amazing home! Hope to stay there again soon!
5.0
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!
5.0
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!!!
5.0
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.
5.0
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
5.0
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.
5.0
Well supplied and maintained. Beautiful decor.
5.0
I've never seen a place as wonderfully stocked as this kitchen was! It was a lovely rental for our few days in Hilo. Large and full of eco-friendly cleaning and storage options. Given that it was December and it wasn't really possible to ever close all of the windows, , I wish there had been some form of space heater, but that's about the only negative. Be prepared for frogs and if you have specific earplug needs -bring them!
I'd happily stay here again if I find myself back in Hilo.
5.0
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!
5.0
Super convenient location, well stocked.
5.0
Excellent . Wished my house looked and was decorated as well. Very creative. Love the rain and shopping and relaxing !
5.0
We loved this house. It had everything we needed, even olive oil and coffee, a great washer and dryer, and amazing decor. We spent a lot of time marvelling at all the whale-themed items and choosing our favourites. The beds are very soft, our preference would be for firmer ones, but otherwise perfect for us.
5.0
All the amenities you need for a truly relaxing and comfortable stay.
5.0
We were so enjoyed the decorated house, waking distance to the center of Hilo. Highly recommended!
5.0
Super clean. Convenient. Thoughtful touches. Great communication. Would stay again for sure.
5.0
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.
5.0
Very clean, cozy, just beautiful place with amazing design! Restaurants and shops in walking distance.
5.0
We were pleasantly surprised by the thoughtfulness of the owners. There was a welcome basket and the home was immaculate. Tons of room and we felt right at home. Close walking distance to downtown and all the activities we planned.
5.0
After a decade of great VRBO experiences, I guess we were due a poor one. Property seems to be managed by a Simeone, who claims to have 100+ on her books.
Story short. Had to cancel booking inside the 60 day period due to major cancellations / cost escalation with Japan Airlines. Other VRBO owners graciously moved dates or charged a cancellation fee. Simeone refused any refund. Fair enough - they were the rules.
Three weeks later Simeone chased for the balance of payment. AFTER I had paid she asked if I was still coming, then claimed she would not have taken payment if she knew. She offered a 50% refund. When I complained at the treatment, pointing out that I had told her I was cancelling 3 weeks earlier, she then recinded her refund offer & became quite abusive, claiming I knew what I had booked.
@Steve - the experience did your place no credit. I've appraised VRBO of the experience & they are taking a look.
5.0
So clean, we felt comfortable and at home the moment we walked in. They provided everything we needed. Decorated so cute!
It was easy to get around to everywhere we wanted to go! Thanks for a great stay!
Property managers were quick to reply to
our text!
5.0
Beautiful Home, Close to Everything
What a beautiful home!!! Recently renovated kitchen & bath as the listing says. Easy (free) parking right in front. Great communication with the hosts (thanks, Simone!) Close enough to walk downtown.
Two Notes:
One: if you’re accustomed to central A/c, this property does not have that. We only missed A/C on one humid night - the rest of the nights, it got cool enough that the fans did the trick.
Two: the “sleeper couch” isn’t an actual fold-out couch. It’s just a sectional. So - if someone plans to stay there, it’s more suited for a kid or teenager.
Overall a very, very nice property!
Aloha,
Rich Givone
5.0
Beautiful apartment in a convenient safe part of Hilo. Close to downtown, easy to get around. Loved all the special touches and details the owner has put in. Very clean, lovely new shower, w/d machines. Loved all the fans in the house as I’m not a central a/c person either. The house is amazingly always cool and we visited in June! Kitchen had all the amenities you would find at home. And the host even welcomed us with some island gifts! Mahalo for a great stay!
5.0
Awesome downtown Hilo convenience
Beautiful apartment in a convenient safe part of Hilo. Close to downtown, easy to get around. Loved all the special touches and details the owner has put in. Very clean, lovely new shower, w/d machines. Loved all the fans in the house as I’m not a central a/c person either. The house is amazingly always cool and we visited in June! Kitchen had all the amenities you would find at home. And the host even welcomed us with some island gifts! Mahalo for a great stay!
5.0
Great place and well prepared
For Hilo this is a great place with a really good location to walk to downtown and all local restaurants. We would definitely recommend it.
Thanks
5.0
Charming and central to everything
Such a charming and cute property. Super close and convenient to everything. We loved it.
5.0
Up to date home and in a convenient location! The home had everything you would need for a short or long stay!
5.0
Beautiful Home
Up to date home and in a convenient location! The home had everything you would need for a short or long stay!
5.0
Beautiful Home with amazing details
This home was absolutely beautiful - and the attention to detail was incredible! My sister and I couldn't get over how well the home was decorated and set up. All the amenities you could need and very tasteful at that! We hadn't researched the area overly well, so important to do that of course. But we were beyond impressed with this home!
5.0
Walking distance to a nice grocery store (literally on the same block). Great central location in Hilo to serve as a jumping off point to many must-see areas such as Volcanoes Park, waterfalls, black sand beaches, green sand beaches, Mauna Kea, Waipi'o Valley etc.
5.0
Good location for Hilo, tidy, had what we needed
Walking distance to a nice grocery store (literally on the same block). Great central location in Hilo to serve as a jumping off point to many must-see areas such as Volcanoes Park, waterfalls, black sand beaches, green sand beaches, Mauna Kea, Waipi'o Valley etc.
5.0
Anniversary trip
Very clean and nice.
5.0
This condo was wonderful for my family. Very great location to downtown Hilo. Property was clean, check-in and check out process super easy. Had to communicate with property owner several times during our stay in regards to plan changes but they were always prompt with communication. Highly recommend!!
5.0
Great Location
This condo was wonderful for my family. Very great location to downtown Hilo. Property was clean, check-in and check out process super easy. Had to communicate with property owner several times during our stay in regards to plan changes but they were always prompt with communication. Highly recommend!!
5.0
Great property right in the heart of town. Very well decorated and stocked so you can be comfortable and cook some delicious meals. Hosts were great to deal with. Highly Recommend, will stay here again next time we are in Hilo.
5.0
Location was perfect, place was very nice! We had a wonderful stay!
5.0
Fantastic, Highly Reccomend
Great property right in the heart of town. Very well decorated and stocked so you can be comfortable and cook some delicious meals. Hosts were great to deal with. Highly Recommend, will stay here again next time we are in Hilo.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Hilo?
The average price for a rental in Hilo is $356 per night. This rental is $47 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Whaler's Inn -Nautical Magical. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Whaler's Inn -Nautical Magical pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Whaler's Inn -Nautical Magical?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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