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Dolphin Bay Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Hilo

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Dolphin Bay Hotel, near the bay, offers a serene escape with laundry facilities and a beautiful garden. Connect to WiFi in your room or enjoy luggage storage and helpful staff who have left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Dryer
Ceiling fan
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Dryer
Ceiling fan
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Dryer
Ceiling fan
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
333 Iliahi Street, Hilo, HI, 96720

What's nearby

  • Hilo Farmers Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Port of Hilo - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Temple Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hilo Town Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nector Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Bay Hotel

Dolphin Bay Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Hilo. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Dryer

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Blender

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 1 2025 to October 13 2027 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International
State tax ID - TA 095-227-9040-01

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Bay Hotel currently open?

This property is closed from November 1 2025 to October 13 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Dolphin Bay Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dolphin Bay Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Dolphin Bay Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Dolphin Bay Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dolphin Bay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Dolphin Bay Hotel and nearby?

Dolphin Bay Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.

Does Dolphin Bay Hotel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a blender, a coffee maker, and a toaster.

What's the area around Dolphin Bay Hotel like?

Dolphin Bay Hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Hilo Farmers Market and 7 minutes' walk from Kalakaua Park. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Dolphin Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Coffee
Gardens
Kitchen
Location
Breakfast
Bed
Air conditioning
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • Fresh fruit, banana bread, and coffee were consistently enjoyed as a pleasant start to the day. (17 reviews)
  • Plenty of parking on site and off-street parking was convenient and safe. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, loved the outdoor garden.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super old Hawaiian environment.

Did not use laundry service. Parking convenient and safe. Staff outstanding.
Pacita, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Hilo, loved the free banana bread for breakfast!
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay and restful night. Thank you.
Moises, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable room in a convenient location, full kitchen, and friendly, helpful, professional staff. We loved Dolphin Bay!
Joyceleane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean room
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vacation to Hilo!

Very friendly staff, location was quiet and out of the way, but close to downtown shops and restaurants.. coffee, fresh banana bread and papaya were great!
Robert, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay very pleasant staff

We had a nice stsy the people were very nuce and helpfull.
Daniel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well kept, nice room.
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Juliet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place - super friendly staff, fresh banana bread in the AM, and fresh papaya too. We had the family suite, and found it to be very comfy. Wish we could have stayed longer than one night.
Nicole, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was kind. Banana bread was awesome. The location is quaint Hawaiian style with a beautiful garden out back.
Estella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful, it was just right size. Easy to get to, near the bay and restaurants. Morning coffee, banana bread and papaya. Easy check in, parking available, room with kitchenette, clean and staff were wonderful. Would stay again when visiting the area.
Toni, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love this cute hotel! The place is so beautiful! The staff is super friendly and helpful! We may revisit soon!
Lily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, clean, quiet in a sleepy neighborhood. Easy access to Rainbow Falls. Beautiful surroundings!

8/10 Very good

Nice.
Erin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and relaxed vibe. The grounds were stunning. The hotel is a little dated but clean
Leslee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is an older property, but very clean, and we loved the family suite with room for 5 of us and a small kitchen. The staff was very friendly, and the free banana bread and fruit was delicious.
Polly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great papaya in the morning.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I appreciated this cosy comfortable apartment. It has a complete functional kitchen, sitting options, and a lanai with a garden view. Morning coffee and fresh banana bread was a treat. It's a short walk into town.
Nancy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved everything about this property, very well maintained, clean and accommodating from the owners to the staff. My visits to Hilo will always be at the Dolphin Bay Hotel. Thanks to everyone.
Ricardo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute little hotel with a beautiful garden. Homemade banana bread and fresh papayas every morning. Owners and workers are very friendly. Room was very clean well kept and perfect for what we wanted. Would stay here again.

10/10 Exceptional

Lush gardens Managers Verna and Tom are wonderful and the rooms have everything you need Old timey feel is a plus Opie the cat was an added plus Walkable to farmers market etc

10/10 Exceptional

Book this one!

A beautiful hotel that’s so well maintained with the nicest employees-it is an eccentric gem in Hilo area that I would urge you to stay at
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love there: mini kitchen so convenient; bed comfortable; air breathing from window and fan is perfect setting. I love papaya for breakfast and my husband love coffee they made. Delicious banana bread too.
Shian Yu, 5-night trip