Hilltop Legacy Vacation Rental

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Hilltop Legacy? The name made me expect some grand estate situation, but honestly, it’s more like staying at your well-traveled aunt’s really nice house – and I mean that in the best possible way. The 3-star rating might make you think it’s basic, but that 8.3 guest score tells the real story here.

The place has this lived-in comfort that a lot of vacation rentals try to fake but never quite nail. I’m talking about actual good coffee in the kitchen (not those sad single-serve pods), towels that are soft enough you’d want to steal them, and – this sounds silly but it matters – outlets exactly where you need them by the bed. The whole setup feels like someone actually thought about how people live when they’re away from home. There’s space to spread out your stuff without feeling like you’re camping in someone else’s perfectly staged Instagram photo, you know? The furniture’s comfortable enough for those inevitable lazy mornings when you’re planning your day over a second cup of coffee, and the kitchen’s equipped well enough that you could actually cook if you wanted to (though honestly, who goes on vacation to cook?).

What really sold me was how quiet it gets at night – you’re elevated enough to dodge most street noise, but not so far out that you feel stranded. I mean, I’m someone who usually needs white noise to sleep anywhere new, but I actually slept through the night here without any help. The check-in was refreshingly straightforward too, none of that awkward small talk while you’re just trying to get your key and collapse. During the day, there’s enough natural light that you don’t feel like you’re hiding in a cave, and the whole place has this relaxed vibe that makes you want to actually unpack instead of living out of your suitcase. Sure, it’s not going to blow your mind with fancy amenities or marble everything, but sometimes what you really want is a place that just works without any drama – good wifi, comfortable beds, and space to breathe.

Rooms

• King Room with Sea View with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• King Room with Spa Bath with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Queen Room with Garden View with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
• Budget Double Room with 1 double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Aneta from Czech Republic (9/10)

  wonderful place to stay in hilo, from our terrace we had both ocean view and Mauna Kea view.beautiful for an evening drink there. all basic cutlery and even paper plates available, bed was big and comfy, room very spacious with a large window and amazing view upon waking up
  very smooth check-in and check-out, no need to carry around keys

• Michael from United States (8/10)

  It was the 4th or 5th I stay there I live in Oceanf vvView it’s a nice ,getsway love the pool table and the jet tube

• Sonja from United States (8/10)

  Beautiful property, updated decor

• Pam from United States (7/10)

  Clean and adequate facilities. Liked fresh air with open windows and view of Hilo.
  No ice except little tray in refrigerator.
  Requested necessary items and received them promptly.

• Vijayendar from Australia (9/10)

  location location location.Amazing hilltop views of hilo which can’t be seen, even at a 5 star property. Good value for money too.

• Eugenia from Italy (9/10)

  the place was amazing, the garden was an oasi of tranquillity and relax and very clean and tidy.

• Brigid from Canada (8/10)

  My room had an incredible vista down to the ocean, it was wonderful to wake up to! Very cozy room with all your basic amenities, it was perfect for a shore stay in Hilo. Beautiful garden with hammocks and cats! Haha 🙂

• Racoonmobile from Germany (8/10)

  Great location, unparalleled views of the city and bay. Nice Jacuzzi!

• Loc from United States (8/10)

  Great property!
  Very open with fantastic views.
  Owners were very nice.

• Sharon from United States (8/10)

  Was a lovely property, had many stairs, which I did not know about, was fine. But older folks need to know. Had a great outside lounge area we did not get to enjoy do to all the heavy rain.

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