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Wild Ginger Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Hilo Farmers Market

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Exterior
Property grounds
Free daily continental breakfast
Superior Room | Living area
Property grounds
Wild Ginger Hotel in central Hilo offers a genuine tropical experience with its garden setting. Travelers appreciate the location and knowledgeable staff. The hotel provides continental breakfast, free WiFi, secure luggage storage, and equipment for water activities.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family Suite, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Family Suite, Ocean View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Living room
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Living area

Superior Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | 1 bedroom, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
100 Pu'ueo Street Building A, Hilo, HI, 96720

What's nearby

  • Hilo Farmers Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Coconut Island Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Rainbow Falls - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Port of Hilo - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Pesto Hilo Bay - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Temple Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Puka Puka Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nector Cafe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Wild Ginger Hotel

Hotel near Rainbow Falls
Located close to Hilo Farmers Market, Wild Ginger Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Water sports equipment
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free extra beds

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

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Wild Ginger Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Wild Ginger Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wild Ginger Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wild Ginger Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Wild Ginger Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Hilo, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Hilo Farmers Market and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Rainbow Falls. Kaumana Caves County Park and Onekahakaha Beach Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Wild Ginger Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 760 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 760 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 760 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 760 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 142 out of 760 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

walter

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

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

10/10 Excellent

andrea

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

8/10 Good

Anne

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

8/10 Good

William

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Petra

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Sira

Liked: Staff & service
Acceptable breakfast, though completely vegan. Lush foliage on the property. Friendly staff. Absence of hot wain the rooms a definite minus. The place looks like it could disappear into the vegetation any day
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chengyang

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to bus terminal,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dharmesh

Liked: Amenities
Just perfect for my need
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anaïs

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved every moment
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Ralph

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was charged the full amount for two days after I cancelled my reservation with this hotel. Rather then a one night cancellation fee I paid for the entire two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Giacomo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was good, but desperately needs work on. Not all rooms look like the pictures and they need a deep and thorough clean. Staff were great and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff at this property. Always friendly, always around, and always with a smile. Mahalo nui
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owner and staff. Very personal. The hotel has a lot of charm even though it is older. It also has newly renovated rooms. You feel like you are right in the jungle, even though it is only a 5-minute walk to the city center. If you like history, this hotel is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff and the area!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rito

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The frogs at night is music
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

Very old hotel, basic rooms, ours had some good fans, a fridge, and was clean, could have used a couple more pillows, and there was no hot water. Walking distance from old Hilo.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHIDA

Different but nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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