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  • Hilo, Hawaii Islands most populated town overlooks Hilo Bay, situated upon two shield volcanoes; Mauna Loa, an active volcano, and Mauna Kea, a dormant volcano.
  • Features a tropical rainforest climate, with substantial rainfall throughout the course of the year.
  • Dramatic waterfalls
  • Downtown Hilo is Hawaii Island’s biggest small town featuring centuries-old wooden storefronts — many of which are on the National Register of Historic Places — housing a variety of sophisticated galleries, shops, restaurants and cultural sites.
  • Home the the University of Hawaii's Hilo Campus with 4000 students from around the world.
  • It is home to the Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo, several shopping centers, cafes and other eateries, movie theaters, hotels, restaurants, and a developed downtown area also with the Hilo Farmers Market.
  • Experience dramatic waterfalls, fertile rainforests, and blooming tropical gardens.
  • Hilo is the gateway to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park (only 30 miles away)
  • Only 3.5 Miles from Hilo International Airport (ITO)
  • Hilo's Farmers Market is ranked as one of the best in the United States
  • 30 Acres of Edo-Style Japanese Gardens built in the early 1900's
  • Honoli‘is one of the most popular surfing breaks on the island's east side.
  • Strong cell phone reception
  • Hotels, restaurants, and production resources in close proximity.

Nearby Lodging and Supplies

Airport

2450 Kekuanaoa St
Hilo, Hi. 96720

Hotel District

Banyan Drive
Hilo, Hi. 96720
25% Tax incentives! Includes ATL, POST, & VFX Tax Incentives

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