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Wild Ginger Hotel

2.0 star property

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Photo gallery for Wild Ginger Hotel

A room with a view of lush greenery, a black wicker sofa with red and white cushions, a small round table, and a decorative stone sculpture.
A person walking on a rocky beach with a forested hill in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall mural.
A lush garden with various tropical plants and palm trees, a blue-roofed structure, and a view of the ocean.
A dining table with four covered baskets containing bread, a vase with flowers, and a decorative wall hanging.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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100 Pu'ueo Street Building A, Hilo, HI, 96720
  • Place, Kalakaua Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hilo Farmers Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Panaewa Rainforest Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, two lamps, and a large painting above the bed.

Superior Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(88 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 144 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 144 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Ocean View

A room with two beds, red bedding, a patterned floor, and a fan on a wooden nightstand.

Family Suite, Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps with decorative bases, and a large tropical leaf mural on the wall.

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 144 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory

A small, compact room with a bunk bed, a dresser with drawers, a small table with a vase, and a window with a view of greenery.

Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hilo

In the heart of Hilo, Wild Ginger Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Hilo Farmers Market and Rainbow Falls. .This hotel is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Kaumana Caves County Park and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Onekahakaha Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • Kalakaua Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • East Hawaii Cultural Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wailoa River State Park Hawaii - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Panaewa Rainforest Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪L & L Drive-Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pineapples Island Fresh Cuisine - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kula Shave Ice - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Wild Ginger Hotel

Wild Ginger Hotel offers 18 accommodations with ceiling fans. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include ceiling fans, housekeeping is provided daily, and rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) can be requested.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 22 2025 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - TA-031-350-1696-01
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 3260020080000, TA-090-400-9216-01, GE-090-400-9216-01

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Wild Ginger Inn Hotel & Hostel Hilo, Hawaii
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Wild Ginger Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 797 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 797 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 797 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 797 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 154 out of 797 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Liked: Amenities
Great island stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodations. Staff was extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

WEI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good choice to stay just near Hilo downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I love this place! It is not for everyone, but if you want a property close to Downtown Hilo and do not mind a rustic older building, then this is your place…..
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location and good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and the price was affordable! I would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place affordable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Renee

Old hotel but upgraded room was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

cute, eco-friendly, family owned, walkable to shop

We loved the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Disliked: Amenities
Bed was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a special place... It's a lovely, local place and so convenient to downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved the nature surrounding the hotel and the over all vibes. It was very comfy and I felt safe. The shower room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area amazing authentic feel good history
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great poperty
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gaylyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you expect resort atmosphere, this is not for you. If you enjoy quiet and simple it’s perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Felt like part of landscape that is Hawaii
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The person at the front desk she is very nice overall a great experience it is an old school Hawaiian hotel so I was not expecting a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Venus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I love the Wild Ginger Inn, I grew up here on the Big Island so the plantation style rooms feel just like home for me. Might not be everyone's cup of tea but if your looking for a room, place to shower, and clean comfortable bed for an affordable price it does the job.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

byanka

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is a construction site.
Men are repairing the roof because half of it is gone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Staff & service
Very convenient spot to swim the turtles by driving for a few minutes towards the airport, a great breakfast with fruits and homemade cakes, overall a very good deal if you enjoy staying in a vintage building with a bit reduced comfort
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A bit old and outdated, but quaint and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room pretty old but they provide breakfast, staff is nice love it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024