Aarons Cottage

Not new but maintain well, easy to parking and free without disturbing

Check in was seamless. There's a door lock and a key code. Nevertheless, the backdoor is a sliding glassdoor and remains unlocked. Owner, Robert is responsive and a property manager, Jumo lives on the property, who's is also friendly. Guests can use laundry. Property has orange and lemon trees and the owner is generous for you to taste some fresh fruits. There's a community kitchen wherein travelers leave stuff that you can use, if not expired. You get some coffee bags, no creamers and no sugar even after requests. Towels aren't replaced and room isn't cleaned everyday but it wasn't an issue for me. There's no cabinet in the bathroom. Plenty of parking. Quiet and safe location close to the Hilo beaches. You'll see lizards and roaches but it's part of the nature, especially in older buildings. Room itself is spacious and comfortable although you may feel a bit cold since the windows don't fully close. Volcano National Park is only 45 minutes drive away. You may probably find Airbnb entire apartments in this price range though, if you plan ahead. This cottage though has a nice rustic feel and is only 10 minutes drive away from the Hilo airport. I initially booked for two nights and extended by another two nights since I could drive around most of the big island from here.

Easy check in

Sadly, best of the three hotels I stayed at. Avoid Wild Ginger at all costs! This was just a a room. Biggest issue was the common kitchen area attached to the room. Noisy early. Less airport noise here. Cool cove down the street. No real issues.

Very sweet cottage. The bed was so comfortable with pretty quilts and a ceiling fan. I got in late, but it was so easy to use the electronic lock on the door. Fruit tree in the front. I didn't use the communal kitchen but I was glad it was there. Extra towels in a basket, coffee and coffee maker. Love the two bottles of water in the fridge.

Great cottage as a home base for Big Island touring. Close to airport and services like gas and grocery (walmart) and Kens Pancake House. Did not have a washrag so had to buy one but no big deal. Comfy bed mattresses in queen double #8. Good pillows. Has provided coffee maker and soap provided in shower with pumps. Communal Kitchenette in separate structure with all amenities. Could use some fresh paint from bumps and nicks on corners and trim but not bad; just regular use. AC blows could to dehumidify if needed. Tree peepers/frogs are quite present but I enjoyed their sound from dusk until dawn. Ample parking and easy to get in and out. Walls are a little thin so please be conscious of neighbours during quiet hours. No problems with our stay. If you want a Hilo stay without big crowds, Aarons Cottage fits the bill. Its all you without the hassle of people and crowds at a hotel.

It was nice to use for 4 people

There were 2 walkable beaches and it is located close to the airport. The community kitchen was convenient. The walls are a bit thin so you can hear neighbors. The staff was helpful.

The manager was very helpful. He had fresh fruit for us very day. Oranges, limes and tangerines. The room and kitchen was very clean. We had to use the washer and dryer at a different unit but it was just across the driveways

Nice and accommodating!