SCP Hilo Hotel

Relaxed. To relax. The island climate is felt in this hotel. Very well located. Parks around that local people enjoy on weekends. It has a nice pool. We were not bothered by any noise even though there were kids in the hotel. Great free parking! I only would have liked to have a jug to heat water in the room, but it is not that inconvenient to get to the lobby to get tea, coffee or water. Nice room. There are some steps to climb if you have luggage, but I understand they would help you if you need it. After coming from hotels with several bodies and elevators, the Scp is a haven. I would return without hesitation. Also, I loved Hilo!!!!!In addition to the volcanoes, it has beautiful little beaches!

Stayed here for 4 nights with family and would only recommend it for very short stays. The building is an older budget motel that has been cheaply refurbished. We were excited by the lovely pictures and descriptions on their website, but were disappointed in the actual experience. The biggest problem is noise. SCP Hilo is located right underneath the flight path for Hilo International Airport. Hotels near airports are fine, IF they are properly soundproofed. SCP Hilo is not. Doors and walls are very thin, and the louver windows let in all noise from outside. Expect to hear jets arriving and taking off, people walking by, accelerating cars, and your neighbors' conversations on either side. SCP provides a small sound machine that is not at all adequate to mask the jet noise that starts promptly at 6am every day. Plus, you need to choose between charging your phone or using the sound machine--there are not enough outlets to do both. The wall air conditioner was too drippy and noisy to run at night. Rooms are small and spartan. The flooring is cheap vinyl peel-and-stick planks, which have already begun to peel off the floor. In the bathroom, a large shelf jutted far out over the small bathroom sink, which makes washing your face impossible without bumping your head and getting water everywhere. There are no plates, bowls, or cutlery, not even a microwave, so plan on eating out for all meals. Usually in hostels with no food prep area there is some sort of shared kitchen; that was not the case here. On a positive note, the staff was extremely welcoming and friendly. Shared spaces such as the lobby were beautifully decorated. Really nice landscaping. The koi were fun to watch. We liked the location near Banyan Drive. But these things are harder to enjoy when you are sleep-deprived due to poor soundproofing. Next time we're in the area, we'll choose a vacation rental.

Excellent time at SCP ! Pakela was especially helpful and friendly ! The whole staff was great and we really enjoyed the pool and bikes too ! The whole relaxed vibe and calm atmosphere was so enjoyable ! They had coffee and a very nice lobby with nice couches and chairs as well as presentations of heathly products and beatiful view of the bay right across the street. The koi pond was also very relaxing ! We will share with our family and friends and be back soon !