Howzit Hostels Hawaii

Hilo · USA

Howzit Hostels Hawaii

HostelPunk Score
77% NOT TOO BAD
Medium confidence 149 reviews
Best in Hilo

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍳 Free Breakfast
Other facilities (33)
Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Internet Access Board Games Wi-Fi Linen Included Towels Included Reading Light Ceiling Fan Charging Plugs Towels For Hire Hair Dryers For Hire Security Lockers Key Card Access 24 Hour Security Carbon Monoxide Detector CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Smoke Alarms Smoke Detector Common Room Hot Showers Panoramic Views Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser Recycling Bins

Prices

Dorms $50 / night
Privates $154 / night

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Recent reviews

USA MALE 25-30 Apr 29, 2026 Atm 100%

Awesome place and the hospitality was great.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Apr 29, 2026 Atm 20%

this was an extremely gross property! literal cockroaches in the dorm, which isn't surprising when you see the fridge and the amount of crumbs in every seat! I did not really talk to the staff (nor saw them aside from cooking pancakes for breakfast and check-in). and for a youth hostel- they were letting a LOT of very old travelers reserve. definitely would not recommend this hostel.(they also seemed aware and unconcerned about to roach problem)

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Apr 27, 2026 Atm 60%

The hostel itself is nice, but the kitchen isnt the cleanest.There was food in the sink,and the trash can was alqays full. The rooms get muggy, and there was a roach in hallway i killed and picked up myself (ty staff for helping) and a roach in my room, and near my bunkmates bed. the staff seems to care more about hanging out with each other than getting to know the guest staying there.

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USA FEMALE Apr 13, 2026 Atm 100%

Amazing team!!🥰🥰🥰

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Spain FEMALE 25-30 Apr 6, 2026 Atm 100%

Muy buen hostal. Personal muy amable y atento. Las instalaciones están genial, la ubicación igual y las tortitas de por la mañana están riquísimas.

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Canada FEMALE 25-30 Apr 5, 2026 Atm 100%

I stayed at Howzit Hostel in Hilo and had an amazing experience. From free pancakes and coffee to great tours and clean rooms, kitchen, and common areas, everything exceeded expectations. James was an incredible, knowledgeable guide. Thank you to Nat, Gaby, Kenzie, Isa, Cristina, and Mar for the warm, welcome, they made me feel at home. I left with unforgettable memories and friendships. Highly recommend staying here in Hilo!

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France FEMALE Apr 4, 2026 Atm 100%

thank you very much, my 12 nights went very well. Thanks to James for the trip to the waterfalls. And thanks to Bella for her kindness

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Mar 27, 2026 Atm 80%

Tyrese, Nat, and Isabella were AMAZING!!! The property was so clean and the bunks had privacy curtains, lights, and fans so I felt so cozy and tucked away at night. They also offer daily excursions and the location is within walking distance of so many restaurants and shops. Everyone staying there was very kind and respectful. Highly recommend if your going to Hilo.

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 6, 2026 Atm 100%

This was the first hostel I’d ever stayed at. All I can say is if all hostel experiences are this great, I’m never staying at a hotel/motel again! The cleanliness was great, pancakes were great, a little noisy at night but I can’t complain because it’s in a great location, seconds away from local food trucks and restaurants. The staff were the best part, I made great friends with all of them. Ava, Julia, Christina, James, Nathan, Imani, and Maria were all very friendly and treated me lik...

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Mar 4, 2026 Atm 100%

James was the best tour guide! Hostel had cool people and good vibes. Lots to do in the area and the tours were super cool! Only wish I was there for longer to experience more of what they had to offer!

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Feb 28, 2026 Atm 100%

Very cute town, felt safe, would recommend! The staff here are super super friendly and knowledgeable, thank you Arantza, Cristina, Nathan, Julia, Maria. The chocolate chip pancakes are super yummy! Thank you all for making my stay so welcoming!!

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Germany FEMALE 31-40 Feb 25, 2026 Atm 100%

Alles in diesem Hostel ist toll, die Betten sind bequem, alles ist sauber und das Frühstück mit den pancaces ist einfach fantastisch. Doch am meisten kann ich die Tour empfehlen zu den Wasserfällen. Es ist ein richtiges Abenteuer und führt zu wunderschönen Wasserfällen. Dass beste ist, dass man die Wasserfälle komplett für sich alleine hat! James, war unser Tourguide und teilte sehr viel Wissenswertes über die Natur und die Tiere. Aber auch alle anderen Mitarbeiter Arantza, Cristina, Gu...

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USA COUPLE 31-40 Feb 20, 2026 Atm 100%

Great hostel. Good location, nice staff. Only complaint would be the rungs for the top bunks were very narrow and hard to climb up/down. Other than that, loved the stay there. Would definitely book this location again.

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USA MALE 25-30 Feb 20, 2026 Atm 100%

This place was a great stay right in the heart of Hilo. The hostel is clean, nice, and the staff are super helpful and friendly. Ava at the front desk was super helpful and friendly! Definitely would recommend staying here in Hilo

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South Korea FEMALE Feb 17, 2026 Atm 100%

Couldn't be better!

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Canada MALE 25-30 Feb 15, 2026 Atm 100%

would highly recommend this hostel, facilities were kept extremely clean. common area was great as well as the kitchen and patio they had. they offered plenty of activities and tours made exploring the big island easy. I would highly recommend the waterfall tour. James was an extremely friendly tour guide and was very knowledgeable about the different falls.

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Canada FEMALE 18-24 Feb 4, 2026 Atm 100%

The hostel was such a nice experience. Everything was super clean, there were curtains in the dorms and all the staff were super friendly. I did the sunset tour and the caves and coconut tour. James was an excellent tour guide with Colette for both. I was the only one on the caves and coconut tour and it was such a great day. Highly recommend the howzit hostel :)

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Feb 1, 2026 Atm 100%

Showers and bathrooms were really big and nice (minus the usual hairs and mold). The door locked downstairs. Free towels. Parking down the street. Beds were comfy with personal fan, charging ports, light and blackout privacy curtain. The pillow though was basically a sheet and horrible. And the kitchen- one of the dirtiest hostel kitchens I’ve ever seen. Also we had $20 of food stolen and they just said out of luck it’s a reoccurring problem(which means it must be the same people doing it?)

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Jan 25, 2026 Atm 80%

This property was relatively clean and modern, amenities were amazing, staff was all warm and welcoming, only complaint is the thin sheet they give you as a blanket and the tiniest pillow, you can ask for another blanket but it's still rather small

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USA FEMALE Jan 21, 2026 Atm 80%

My only dislike about the location was the traffic noise. I also did not like that room 2 opened up right onto the living room area. And one more thing...PLEASE offer NON-CHOCOLATE CHIP pancakes!!! Otherwise, the facility was very clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful.

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