Papaikou Travel Guide

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At the most beautiful garden in Hawaii, Onomea Waterfall greets one while decending into the lush valley. Lynn and I spent 4 hours taking over 500 photos of the tropical flowers, flowing water, ocean waves, and small creatures. The garden is in a natural setting, located in a secluded valley. In my opinion, this was the best Hawaiian garden we have visited. We look forward to returning to the Hilo side of Hawaii sometime next year.
At the most beautiful garden in Hawaii, Onomea Waterfall greets one while decending into the lush valley. Lynn and I spent 4 hours taking over 500 photos of the tropical flowers, flowing water, ocean waves, and small creatures. The garden is in a natural setting, located in a secluded valley. In my opinion, this was the best Hawaiian garden we have visited. We look forward to returning to the Hilo side of Hawaii sometime next year.
This Botanical Garden is such a beauty. Lots and lots of tropicals including orchids, cordyline sp., draceana, anthurium and bromeliads. So much color and texture. This garden also has lovely walkways, ocean views and even a natural waterfall. 

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The three tiers of the beautiful Onomea Falls cascade through the Hawaiian rainforest

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In 1977, Dan Lutkenhouse bought 17 acres in the Onomea Valley and set out to create a tropical paradise.  Using only hand tools, Dan and three assistants spent 8 years transforming the nearby jungle into a garden masterpiece.  Over 2000 species can be found in the garden, and it's been said that from the Lily Lake Vista alone over 110 species can be seen - more than any one place anywhere else on earth.  A bold claim, but it's easy to believe once you are here.

For more details, check out their site at http://www.htbg.com/.
Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation

Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation

3 out of 5
27-2365 Mamalahoa Highway Papaikou HI
Stay at this hotel in Papaikou. Enjoy private pools, private hot tubs and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Hilo and Onomea Tea Company Estate ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
Great company! Extremely clean, beautiful porch front

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Island Goode's - Luxury Adults Only Accommodation
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3.5 out of 5
71 Banyan Dr Hilo HI
The price is ฿5,834 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿5,834
฿8,057 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,343 reviews)
The rooms were clean but our shower knob broke off and couldn’t be put back on. The interior of it was completely rusted. When checking in the lady was rude and showed no aloha or care. The restaurant had great food and the severs were amazing!

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton

4 out of 5
93 Banyan Dr Hilo HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,462 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿5,462
฿7,951 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,305 reviews)
This hotel has clean rooms. The outside grounds were beautiful. The walls are a little thin, so you could hear if people were being loud. Overall, the hotel was quiet so it did not bother us much.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a Doubletree by Hilton
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Plumeria Hilo Hotel

Plumeria Hilo Hotel

3 out of 5
1303 Kalanianaole St Hilo HI
Stay at this apartment in Hilo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Port of Hilo and Keaukaha Beach Park are located ...
Plumeria Hilo Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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