The Dolphin Bay is a clean, comfortable apartment style hotel in Hilo. We stayed with our two teens for two nights while we did a night lava hike and explored Mauna Kea. We moved over to the Kona side for our last night on the big island but really we would have been happy to stay put at Dolphin Bay.... More

This review is long overdue. When I was searching for a place to stay on the Big Island, this was well-ranked and I can see why. It's not your typical hotel where you're just a number unless you pay big bucks to be treated like vip. It's very family oriented, with friendly staff and a cool island vibe, which is... More

The place is old--but makes up for age by being a real delight! A small apartment-motel in a neighborhood just a few blocks from downtown. Every day--fresh fruit, friendly, knowledgeable staff, easy parking. We would return and stay a month! It's not a Hilton, so don't expect the cookie cutter stamp of a chain. But if you are not looking... More

This is two old apartments turned into a hotel. We had the misfortune of staying across the street, when the main building would have been much better. The staff is so helpful and friendly, with lots of recommendations for activities and places to eat. This allows you to experience Hilo as a local. Only downside was no air-conditioning and no... More

My partner and I had the fortune of staying at this great little gem of a hotel for 10 nights. We had a superior room with the Roman style tub and we couldn't fault any of it. I'll agree, if you're looking for ultimate luxury where you don't have to lift a finger, then keep on looking but if you... More

This is an old motel but well kept up and in a very convenient location a couple of blocks from downtown Hilo. Coffee and something like pumpkin bread in the morning. A decent place to stay the night before heading home. Friendly staff.

The Motel has a "old school" feel to it, but I liked it. We drove up for the day just looking for a place to sleep. Kitchenette in our room with just about everything you need. Fresh bananas, bread, and coffee served in the lobby each morning. It was pouring rain when we arrived but no problem, ordered pizza had... More

We stayed for two nights at the Dolphin Bay in Hilo so we could visit Volcano and the surrounding area. The location was great for my wife and I, we could walk to nearby restaurants and leave the car parked. We had a ground floor room (106 to be exact) that had a kitchen. The room had fans mounted on... More

My family of four enjoyed our stay here, and the room rate was reasonable. The Dolphin Bay Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful, as other reviews had noted. The free breakfast (excellent coffee, bananas, mangoes, and banana bread) was very nice. The rooms are pretty basic - cinder block construction - but are comfortable. There is no A/C, just... More