10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Rainbow Falls in Hilo from NZ$197

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A room with a window overlooking a beach, a sofa with cushions, and a small table.

A swimming pool with a deck, surrounded by greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, overlooking a lush garden and a green building by the water.

A house with a stone retaining wall, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

2.6 km from Rainbow Falls

Lindy

NZ$519

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs and a sandy beach.

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, a green patterned rug, a grey bean bag, a white coffee table, a grey sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Two people cooking on a griddle, with a patterned wall and kitchenware in the background.

A staircase leading to a reception area with a desk, two framed windows, and a ceiling fan.

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

2.3 km from Rainbow Falls

YUHEI

NZ$197

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An aerial view of a lush landscape with a waterfall, dense greenery, and a few residential buildings.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A two-story house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a stone foundation.

A balcony with two Adirondack chairs, a small round table, and a vase with a plant. A waterfall is visible in the background.

3. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

2.8 km from Rainbow Falls

Heng

NZ$540

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A cozy dining area with a wooden cabinet, a green checkered tablecloth, and a painting of a surfer.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a landing. There are two doors on the landing, one marked with the number 2 and the other with the number 3.

A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, stainless steel sink, and a microwave. There is a framed picture on the wall above the counter.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

4. Hilo Town Inn

2.6 km from Rainbow Falls

Adam

NZ$374

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a garden and a house.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and shower.

A two-story white house with a covered patio and a pond with rocks and plants.

A garden with a stone pathway, various plants, and a small pond.

5. Hilltop Vacation Rental

1.2 km from Rainbow Falls

david

NZ$300

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spacious living area with a large brown sectional sofa, a wooden staircase, and a high ceiling with skylights.

A porch with green railings, two white plastic chairs, and a small table with a red object on it.

A two-story house with a porch, a blue door, and a small garden.

A house with a garage, surrounded by tropical plants.

6. Hilo Vacation Rental

1.4 km from Rainbow Falls

Bryson

NZ$297

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a kitchenette, a dining area, and a living room with a sofa and TV.

A view from a covered area to a grassy field with trees and a distant view of the ocean.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a view of a landscaped garden and trees.

7. Mahana House Country Inn

18.6 km from Rainbow Falls

Junyi

NZ$444

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a large table and chairs.

A stone pathway leading to a building with a wooden fence and greenery.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

8. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

5.4 km from Rainbow Falls

Kelly

NZ$756

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A house with a triangular roof and a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a small stream.

A room with a sloped ceiling and two large windows offering a view of a lush garden and a waterfall.

A house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a visible rainbow in the sky.

A wooden cabin with a balcony, a sliding glass door, and a wooden dresser.

9. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

6.2 km from Rainbow Falls

Jason

NZ$264

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lush garden with palm trees and well-maintained grass.

A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of a beach through a glass door.

A two-story building with a yellow facade, a covered porch, and a sign indicating a parking area.

A modern kitchen with a large island, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

10. Arnott's Lodge

Keaukaha, 7.3 km from Rainbow Falls

Sethu

NZ$330

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A serene coastal landscape with palm trees, a calm river, and boats in the distance.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, black rocking chairs, a staircase, and a mural on the wall.

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a hammock. There are wicker lamps hanging from the ceiling and a large window providing a view of greenery outside.

A spacious indoor area with a staircase, wooden ceiling, hanging lights, a mural, potted plants, and a seating area.

11. SCP Hilo Hotel

Keaukaha, 4.9 km from Rainbow Falls

Valerie

NZ$330

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with a view of lush greenery outside, a tiled floor, and a wooden ceiling.

A two-story house with a gabled roof, a covered porch, and a small outdoor seating area.

A window with white blinds, a view of a garden with various plants and a structure in the background.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Hamakua Guesthouse

15.8 km from Rainbow Falls

Yuxuan

NZ$209

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A covered porch with a view of a road and lush greenery, including palm trees and various plants.

A tropical garden with a stone wall, palm trees, and a yellow building with white shutters.

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and some greenery.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a marble countertop, a built-in monitor, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.

13. Aarons Cottage

Keaukaha, 7.2 km from Rainbow Falls

Ryan

NZ$403

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a cruise ship, and a yacht.

A parking lot with multiple cars parked under trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a round wooden table, and a ceiling fan.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a view of the sea, and a building with a flat roof.

14. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

Keaukaha, 4.9 km from Rainbow Falls

Aja

NZ$282

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a pool surrounded by lounge chairs, a building with multiple floors, and a rocky shoreline.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a view of the outdoors.

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A modern lounge with a curved ceiling, a sofa area, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Keaukaha, 4.7 km from Rainbow Falls

Shawn

NZ$440

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A balcony with wicker chairs facing a river with palm trees, a clear sky, and a distant bridge.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, overlooking a body of water with trees and a distant shoreline.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, seating areas, and large windows offering views.

A large hotel with multiple floors and balconies, a swimming pool in the foreground, and palm trees around the pool area.

16. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Keaukaha, 4.6 km from Rainbow Falls

Phillip

NZ$385

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Rainbow Falls

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B	9.8 Exceptional 332 reviews	View
Howzit Hostels Hawaii	9.2 Wonderful 85 reviews	View
The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls	9.2 Wonderful 675 reviews	View
Hilo Town Inn	9.0 Wonderful 56 reviews	View
Hilltop Vacation Rental	8.8 Excellent 148 reviews	View

Top Rainbow Falls Hotel Reviews

Old Hawaiian B and B

10/10 Excellent

"The best part of our stay in Hilo. The room is awesome, clean and relaxing with the lanai right outside. The owners were welcoming and helpful and the fresh fruit and pastry breakfast was outstanding."

Rivendell Oasis-Peaceful garden setting with private hot tub close to waterfalls

10/10 Excellent

"The property was perfect for our stay in Hilo. It was very clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The backyard was beautiful and felt very private. We would definitely stay there again."

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed happy hour prices Music in lounge"

Jungle view bedroom with private entrance,outdoor private Bali style bathroom

10/10 Excellent

"An excellent location and a wonderful stay. The host, Hannah, is warm, generous, and beautiful. I would love to come back here for a vacation again; it is perfect for a honeymoon."

Hilltop Vacation Rental

10/10 Excellent

"If you are searching reviews in order to make a decision, STOP, and book this place. Great host. Wonderful, quiet location, comfy bed. Perfect place to stay while passing through town or staying to explore the Hilo side of the island. Highly recommend this host and will be back!"

Grand Historic Hilo House

8/10 Good

"Hilo House is a wonderful Hawaiian property! In and outdoor cooking facilities are excellent, great breakfast spots both in and out, sleeping arrangements are plentiful. It's hard to believe the house is as close to town that one can actually walk there."

Hilo Vacation Rental

10/10 Excellent

"👍all good …………………………………."

Traditional Hawai'i home near Hilo town - solar powered!

10/10 Excellent

"A clean, spacious home. Location in upper Hilo. It is an older home, but well kept. Worked well for us ! Check in was seamless everything was great. Check out is simple and smooth."

Gorgeous! The Waterfall Retreat At Reed's Island

10/10 Excellent

"Traumhaftes Haus an einem (lauten!) Wasserfall. Perfekt eingerichtet, mit allem ausgestattet und besonders hab ich mich über den guten Kaffee gefreut, der schon da war! Die Einfahrt zum war recht steil, aber hat auch unser großer Jeep geschafft. Es war einfach perfekt "

Other attractions near Rainbow Falls

Wailuku River State Park

You can take time to visit Wailuku River State Park during your travels to Hilo. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants.

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Gilbert Carvalho Park

After visiting Gilbert Carvalho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hilo. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Kaumana Springs Wilderness

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Kaumana Springs Wilderness, a lovely green space in Hilo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Ainako Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Ainako Park, a lovely green space in Hilo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Kaumana Caves Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kaumana Caves Park and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Hilo. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful waterfalls.

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Lyman Museum

7.8/10 (20 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Lyman Museum during your trip to Hilo. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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St. Joseph Catholic Church

6.0/10 (1 review)

St. Joseph Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Hilo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

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Naha Stone

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Hilo with a stop at Naha Stone. Wander the picturesque gardens and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rainbow Falls?

Rainbow Falls is located in a welcoming area of Hilo known for its beautiful island views and picturesque gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Rainbow Falls?

Hilltop Vacation Rental is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Rainbow Falls. Another good option is Hilo Vacation Rental, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Rainbow Falls?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Rainbow Falls.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rainbow Falls, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Rainbow Falls.

What can I see and do near Rainbow Falls?

You'll want to browse the collections at Mokupapapa Discovery Center, Lyman Museum and Pacific Tsunami Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Palace Theater and University Theater. Enjoy the outdoors at Kalakaua Park, Bayfront Park or Liliuokalani Park and Gardens.

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Our top choices for Rainbow Falls hotels

1. Hilo Bay Oceanfront B&B

2. Howzit Hostels Hawaii

3. The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls

4. Hilo Town Inn

5. Hilltop Vacation Rental

6. Hilo Vacation Rental

7. Mahana House Country Inn

8. Hawaii Magic Skies B&B Farmstay

9. Kikala Waterfall Lodge

10. Arnott's Lodge

11. SCP Hilo Hotel

12. Hamakua Guesthouse

13. Aarons Cottage

14. Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

15. Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

16. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Compare popular hotels close to Rainbow Falls

Top Rainbow Falls Hotel Reviews

Old Hawaiian B and B

Rivendell Oasis-Peaceful garden setting with private hot tub close to waterfalls

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Jungle view bedroom with private entrance,outdoor private Bali style bathroom

Hilltop Vacation Rental

Grand Historic Hilo House

Hilo Vacation Rental

Traditional Hawai'i home near Hilo town - solar powered!

Gorgeous! The Waterfall Retreat At Reed's Island

Other attractions near Rainbow Falls

Wailuku River State Park

Gilbert Carvalho Park

Kaumana Springs Wilderness

Ainako Park

Kaumana Caves Park

Lyman Museum

St. Joseph Catholic Church

Naha Stone

Frequently asked questions

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