Hawaiʻi Island · Gardens, local food, east-side drives

Hilo

A rain-green town with markets, gardens, waterfalls, and the best practical base for the island’s eastern side.

2–4 nightsSuggested stay

WHERE TO STAY

Choose the location before the hotel

Downtown Hilo for character; Banyan Drive for traditional hotels.

FIELD NOTES

Rain is part of the landscape, not necessarily a ruined day.

Split the island stay instead of commuting repeatedly from Kona.

Keep market and waterfall time flexible.

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