We stayed in Hilo,
and rented a house up the slope...with a great view!
This was a great place
to stay...out of the busy town, quiet neighborhood, 2 bedrooms
and a full kitchen so we could cook some of our own meals... if
you are interested... (www.vrbo.com/45473)
We even had our
very own geckos that came out at night to eat up all the bugs!