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Arnott's Lodge

98 Apapane Rd., Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
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Tampa, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Great location - 10 minutes from the Airport. Great tours - I went on the Mauna Kea tour and it was excellent. They also recommended a tour for the lava hike and it was totally worth it. I had booked a shared lockable room. I got lucky and didn't have to share with anyone. So it worked out pretty good... More

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Aloha to our friend from Florida! Mahalo for taking the time to write a review for our Lodge! We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and that you would recommend us to other travelers! Our tours are definitely an amazing experience-our Mauna Kea Sunset and Stargazing tour is very well-known and well-reviewed (for good... More

Derby, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Stayed at Arnotts for 4 days in April '13 Great spot to stay, good for downtown Hilo and all the attractions around there. From waterfalls to lavatubes and farmers market. You feel as though you are miles from town and the beach is a 5 min walk - great way to wake up on the morning :-)

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Aloha to our friends from the U.K.! Mahalo for your great review! Arnott’s Lodge is very well-situated in Hilo: close enough to downtown to make for easy travels to the farmer’s market and surrounding shops, but far enough away to feel peaceful and secluded while you rest. We are fortunate to be so close to some amazing beaches and beach... More

Rochester, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We spent five nights at Arnott's Lodge at the start of a five week holiday in the USA. We shared a comfortable and spacious two bedroom suite with a friend. From our balcony we could see palm, banana, coconut and papaya trees.The lush vegetation is a haven for wildlife and birds. The Lodge is within three miles of some lovely... More

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Aloha to Colin and Mahalo for the awesome review! We are fortunate to have our Lodge situated in such a great spot. The surrounding tropical flora and our good neighbors make for a very peaceful place to rest at night. We are also lucky to be so close to the beautiful Hilo beaches! Sea turtles are regular visitors, and if... More

Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We stayed at Arnotts lodge from the 1-7 February 2013,a family of 7aged from 18 to 73. We had a 3 bedroom suite, rooms were clean, beds comfortable, kitchen well stocked. The staff were friendly and helpful. Mahalo. The location is great, close to the airport, Hilo centre and of course for the ladies the shops.This is also a great... More

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Aloha to our friends from Australia! Thank you for the great review! We strive to always produce the best in customer service and facilities for our guests. Arnott’s Lodge is in a wonderful location and is convenient for many things: we are close to the ocean and several great beach parks, the airport is a short 10-minute drive away, and... More

Wasilla
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013 via mobile

This place rocks! During our camping trip in Hawaii this place was a god send! Warm showers, laundry, and clean facilities. We did not rent a room, only a camping spot. We stopped here twice in 7 days. Walk down to the end of the road and you will find a hidden little gym of a beach. Hospitality is great... More

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
1 April 2013

Aloha and thank you for the awesome review!! We are glad to hear that you camp at Arnott's twice. We have an array of accommodations from tenting, dormitories, semi-private, suites, deluxe and deluxe suites. And we continue to upgrade our units constantly. Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures have been in business fro 22 years and we strive to always upgrade... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

We stayed here for a few nights in March, and while the season may have been responsible for the slight lack of atmosphere, our stay was perfectly nice. We got a good deal in the end because no other guests stayed in our apartment, which had two double rooms, so we had the kitchen and living area to ourselves. The... More

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
30 March 2013

Aloha Charsley!! Thanks for taking the time to write a review for Arnott's Lodge. You were fortunate to have the unit to yourself as when it's busy you would have met other travelers. We are glad that you had a restful time and that you got to experience the pace of Hilo. Our location is prime with walking distance and... More

Oakland, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

Just as warm and friendly as the first time I visited, 17 years ago! Staff are great, the kitchen was clean and stocked as expected for hostel-type accommodations. I'm glad that Doug's operations have expanded to include more tours with more vans, which remain great value!

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
30 March 2013

Aloha to our friends from Oakland!! Thanks for the wonderful review!! We were privileged to have you come back after 17 years!!!! Doug and his team continues to expand and see how we can better serve our guests and those that are wanting to have an adventure. Arnott's Lodge & Hiking Adventures also does custom tours in addition to our... More

Mexicali, Mexico
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

after spending 3 days in hectic Honolulu, this was such an amazing break, relax, beach 1 block away, a few beers in a nice place. Very nice. The bathroom was far better than usual hostels. And the reception girls were really kind and most helpful

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
29 March 2013

Aloha Oliver!! Thanks for an awesome review. I'm glad you were able to relax and chill at Arnott's Lodge. Big Island pace is a lot slower then Oahu and that's why we love it!! We can't complain with our location and the numerous outlets to different beaches. You can't find a place like Hilo elsewhere nor can you find a... More

Wilmington, Delaware
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013 via mobile

We had a nice stay here. We needed a room on hilo side for one night to see volcano at night. Staff was very friendly and room was economical and clean. This is a "no frills" establishment, but was comfortable. I would stay here again.

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
29 March 2013

Aloha to our friends from Delaware!! Thanks for taking the time in reviewing Arnott's Lodge. Yes, we are a "no frills" establishment but conscientious of the needs of our guests. We are aware that connecting with friends and family and organizing travel plans are important therefore we provide FREE WIFI, fresh bananas when available and air condition and kitchenettes in... More

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

My wife and I spent 9 nights in the Deluxe suite ($75 plus tax). I don't understand the negative comments re. staff as we found everyone to be meticulous and helpful. Our room was clean and the grounds adequately kept ... as a home base it suited our needs beautifully. All the sites of interest to us - Mauna Kea... More

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AlohaArnotts, Manager at Arnott's Lodge, responded to this review
29 March 2013

Aloha to our friends from Vancouver!! Thanks for your positive review and choosing us during your stay in Hilo. Our staff strive to make your stay special and assist in sharing with our guests sights to see on the island. Thanks for sharing your experience with the Moonstruck Patisseries. I've heard good things about them but haven't tried it. I'll... More

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Also Known As:
Arnott`s Hotel
Arnott`s Hotel Hilo
Arnotts Hotel Hilo
Address: 98 Apapane Rd., Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
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Region: United States > Hawaii > Island of Hawaii > Hilo
Amenities:
Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 8 hotels in Hilo
Price range (per night): RM88 - 907
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Arnott's Lodge and Hiking Adventures is located in a delightful, tropical area minutes from the coastline. We offer a range of affordable accommodations from backpackers in one building, to deluxe rooms with private bathroom in another. In between these accommodation extremes we have semi-private/suites that include a shared bathroom and a kitchenette which makes family vacations affordable. We also incorporate a beautiful camp ground for tenters. Inexpensive bike rentals are available. Arnott's also has its own tour division where lodge guests get substantial discounts on incredible adventures such as the summit of Mauna Kea and Volcanoes National Park. Come experience a relaxed Hawaii environment within walking distance to green sea turtles and swimming beaches. We hope to see you soon. Aloha ... more   less 

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