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LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC

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Hilo Lagoon Center 520 is a newly decorated studio unit
Bathroom
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Enjoy the views or fall asleep to some TV time
Hilo Lagoon Center 520 in Hilo Hawaii

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 229.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hilo, Hawaii
  • Hilo Shopping Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Port of Hilo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Other Space 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC

LOOK at this fun, bright condo in the heart of Hilo, Hawaii for your next stay! Our Studio condo features a full kitchenette, full bathroom, balcony with lagoon views, and a flexible bed configuration (one King OR two Twins - default is one King). Central air conditioning is included! This licensed vacation rental is available for two guests.

We provide a stocked kitchen including coffee maker, range oven, apartment sized refrigerator with small freezer, small microwave, toaster, and all the dishes and utensils you'd need for cooking small meals. The bathroom has a bathtub with shower, toilet and sink. There is a small hall closet for hanging items. We supply pool towels as well as bath and bed linens. There is a shared laundry room (coin operated) on the same floor as the condo accessed by guests and residents only with a key.

Hilo Lagoon Centre condos are in the center of Hilo, Hawaii, an historic town with excellent restaurants, farmer's markets, art, culture, and live events to explore. We are also situated in walking distance to State and County buildings and provide a great space for work travelers. The condo building has a fabulous outdoor pool that you'll have access to, shared laundry room (coin operated) on the same floor as the unit, and 24 hour security. You'll have one parking space included in your stay rates.

Quiet hours are strictly 9pm to 8am and all House Rules be followed.

This is a Hawaii County licensed STVR:
PL-STVR-2023-000612
TA-093-714-9952-01

Property manager

Salt Water Vacations, Hilo, Hawaii.
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English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 3220140100158, TA-093-714-9952-01, GE-093-714-9952-01

About the area

Hilo

Located in Hilo, this condo is in the city centre and by the sea. Wailoa Center and University Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hilo Shopping Center and Hilo Farmers Market. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Pacific Tsunami Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and whale watching.
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Hilo, Hawaii

What's nearby

  • Hilo Shopping Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Port of Hilo - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ola Brew - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Don's Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hawaiian Style Cafe Hilo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 100 - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LOOK! Studio Condo in Downtown Hilo: Lagoon Views, Pool, AC located?

Located in the heart of Hilo, this condo building is steps away from Wailoa River State Park Hawaii, Wailoa River State Recreation Area and Hamakua Heritage Corridor. Panaewa Rainforest Zoo and Hilo Shopping Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bill and Maggie Z.

I recommend Saltwater Vacation Hilo Lagoon

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a beautiful view of the Wailoa Recreation Area, very clean comfortable studio apartment, free parking, great location and wonderful staff

10/10 Excellent

Bill Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and setup for us!

Great location in Hilo, walking distance to Ola brewpub and view of the park was right outside the balcony. Very responsive to our requests.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cody B.

Good budget friendly stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you are looking for a good budget place to stay, this is it. Room was very clean and everything looks like the pictures. Stove, toaster and coffee maker is a place. Microwave may need a replacement soon. My husband, who is very picky about where he stays, said he would stay here again. It beats over paying at a hotel with no stove and dirty floors.

10/10 Excellent

Hillary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Sleepy business park with stunning lagoon views. Quiet neighborhood, great for vacation. A nice walk to downtown Hilo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Harry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

No question that the view is at the top of the list.

The condo itself is quite small and shows its age. It was very helpful to have the stores and the eating places within a short distance. I would probably not rent it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and comfortable

Pros..pretty view. Ac works great. Central location. Con’s.. older building. Very small dated bathroom. Coffee pot was dirty from previous renter.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great studio in a perfect location

The studio was perfectly located within walking distance of the beach and even downtown Hilo. It had everything we wanted and a great view out over the green area between the building and the ocean. There was a very good coffee shop (Just Cruisin Coffee) just five minutes walk away and lots of restaurants all within walking distance (up to 30 minutes walk). Overall, an ideal location in Hilo
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay in Hilo!

I stayed here for 4 nights while traveling to Hilo for work. The property was perfect for my needs. Everything was clean and in good condition and the condos are centrally located. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah & Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

We enjoyed our stay at this cute unit. It was located in a great part of town and made it easy to get to everything. The unit was just how the pictures showed. The two things I was specifically looking for were a king size bed and a pool. The bed held up to my expectation but the pool was disapointing.The pictures showed a descent pool but we were never able to go in. Why would a unit remodel a pool in the peak season of travel to the island? The pool was a letdown. The unit though was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Shevon G.

Great sleep, not generously appointed

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Room was quiet, bed was comfortable. We got the best sleep of our vacation in this space. The only complaint we had is that the space was not generously appointed at all - all that was provided for our first shower was the tiniest bottle of shampoo and the tiniest bar of soap I've ever seen - definitely not enough for two people. My main comment for the property management company is that this may not be the place to save money, as it has a real impact on (tired, traveling) customers and it's such a minimal expense to resolve it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Glenn G.

A nice room with a lovely view.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We especially loved the beautiful view of the lagoon and river, and the park surrounding it. The room was clean and tastefully decorated. The kitchenette was well stocked. The air conditioning unit worked well and was much appreciated. The large bed was very comfortable. The location was very central and it was easy to get around town, driving and walking.The bathroom had a few issues, one being that the tub floor was flaky and warn looking, and the drain was very slow. By pulling off the stopper, we saw that there was a big wad of hair clogging the stopper. We couldn’t pull it out, but we encourage the owners to do so. The water drained perfectly when the stopper was taken off. Also, the lighting was not sufficient in the bathroom. It would benefit from light over the medicine cabinet so guests can see their faces clearly while grooming.On windy days wind would blow under the door very loudly. We encourage the owners to put some kind of blockage at the bottom of the door like we saw on other units. We solved the problem by putting towels at the bottom of the door.The first impression when arriving at the building was not great. It seriously needs a paint job. It was a little embarrassing to be dropped off at the building by our friend one day.All that being said, we would definitely stay there again. In fact, we said that we would live in the building in a larger one bedroom unit, if given the opportunity.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
We love the view from the balcony of the lagoon park area. The rooms were clean and tastefully decorated, and the kitchenette was stocked with everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable, and the air conditioning worked well, and was very much appreciated. The location was very central, which made it easy to get around town and walk to many locations. The bathroom had some issues, in that the lighting was very dim. We especially needed light above the medicine cabinet to be able to see our faces while grooming. The bottom of the tub was flaky and worn looking. Also, the drain was very slow, and when we pulled it off the stopper we could see that there was a big wad of hair stuck in it that we couldn’t pull out. The water drained perfectly with the plug taken off. We would encourage the owners to clean the hair out of the drain topper. At times, wind blew under the front door, quite loudly, but the problem was solved by putting towels along the bottom of the door which blocked the wind coming in from the hallway. The first impression driving up to the hotel is not great. It seriously needs a paint job. We were a little embarrassed to have friends drop us off there when returning one day. That all being said, we really enjoyed our stay, and would stay there again. We even said we would live there in a larger one bedroom apartment if we had the opportunity.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Diane T.

Some positives and some negatives

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was conveniently located, quiet, clean and bug free. There were some problems. The keys attached for the pool and parking were not physically labeled on the keys and were mixed up probably by the previous renters. The pool key didn’t work even when the security guard tried it. Though we were out quite a bit the tv was not cable. You needed passwords to use, which I did not have with me, and what was available was pathetic. We lost the internet for several days. The manager gave me directions on how to reboot but not in person. I had to figure out which was the modem and which was the router. The mini kitchen was adequately supplied however the lightening all around was terrible. The bathtub did not drain and we had to plunge and paint was flaking off the bottom.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Elise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great little stufio

My husband and I stayed for three nights, the studio is small but perfect for just two people, especially when being outside more of the time. The area around the apartment didn’t feel super safe at night time, but we were fine walking. Close to downtown and all within easy driving to the rocky beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice unit

The unit was as advertised. It was quite small. The only real negative was a lack of comfortable places to sit other than the bed. Exchange some of the little tables with a small loveseat.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo Stay

The apartment was super cute, my husband and I had a great stay! It is quite small but if you’re out exploring a majority of the time and not planning on spending time inside then it’s not a problem! The building itself is outdated and smells like smoke but the aparwntment is very clean and updated. It’s also conveniently located near many beaches/lagoons, and downtown Hilo. It’s easy to find also being the tallest building in town. Overall we enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christoph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradies

Best experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute studio! Perfect location!

This studio was a perfect stay for 3 days in Hilo! Close to the volcano, waterfalls and beaches! Walking distance to some fun restaurants! Property management was great and easy to communicate with! Would stay again and recommend to friends s d family!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Capri C.

Perfect Downtown Hilo Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were thrilled to work with Saltwater Vacation Rentals to locate this adorable unit in the Hilo Lagoon Center for our short stay. It was beautifully decorated, very clean and super comfortable. The building has beautiful koi ponds, a pool and elevators for easy access. Its proximity to the vibrant downtown area, offering many restaurants, cafes, grocery stores and farmers market, was perfect for us. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend HLC 520 for future guests.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

ADORABLE Affordable Studio with Views!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This condo in Hilo is a great find! Affordable, neat as a pin, perfect location, and quiet. The kitchenette is tiny but well stocked for cooking or heating up restaurant leftovers. Nice bathroom. My hubs and I love staying in walking distance to restaurants (don’t miss local coffee at Just Cruisin). Bonus location for this place is the lagoons and park just outside! We loved having cocktails on the balcony overlooking the park before walking to dinner downtown. Nature and small city vibes is perfection to us. Check it out!
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

July 2023 Stay

This condo in Hilo is a great find! Affordable, neat as a pin, perfect location, and quiet. The kitchenette is tiny but well stocked for cooking or heating up restaurant leftovers. Nice bathroom. My hubs and I love staying in walking distance to restaurants (don’t miss local coffee at Just Cruisin). Bonus location for this place is the lagoons and park just outside! We loved having cocktails on the balcony overlooking the park before walking to dinner downtown. Nature and small city vibes is perfection to us. Check it out!

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