We arrived after the normal check- in time and were greeted by Jade. He was very helpful and courteous. The property is a little difficult to find at night, so get directions before hand. We only stayed one night but wish we had stayed longer. The breakfast was simple but delicious. If you will be arriving after 6 pm be... More

Jade was gracious and helpful. The house was clean with large bedrooms. Breakfast was non descript but ample.

This is a great hotel. The owners were incredibly helpful and kind. The location is perfect, with a beautiful view of Hilo Bay. I can't recommend this hotel enough.

We visited the Hilltop Legacy in Nov 09 and had a wonderful time there. Even though they renovated the place, Jade and his dad, made it as comfortable as possible for us! When we missed dinner the first night they brought us dessert to the room, what we haven't expected. What a nice gesture! We stayed there over Thanksgiving, and... More

We had the Legacy Suite - spacious, ample storage, comfortable, with great view of Hilo Bay and town from room and large lanai. Jade, our host, could not have been more courteous or helpful. The negative reviews I've read here are just a bunch of whining - the place was, in every way, as advertised and then some. I do... More

After visiting the Hilltop Legacy website (very nice website) i decided to book my flight from Oahu to Hilo and stay at the Hilltop Legacy. I first spoke to jade on the phone and he was very helpful, even offering to pick me up from the airport .when i arrived at the b&b i knew i had made the right... More

Their website is a top quality production, so I anticipated the same level of detail in the care of their rooms. Sorry, not so. It is custom to be barefoot in the houses of Hawaii. They offer various slippers for your use in the house. The central stair had a huge window, no screen on the other side of the... More

I enjoy both roughing it and 5 Star hotels - even with the most basic place my ultimate judge is whether the bed is comfortable with fresh sheets and if there is a clean usable bathroom. Unfortunately I couldn't say that about the Hilltop Legacy. It has very outdated decor and an old bathroom with heavily discolored grout in the... More

Would not recommend this to anyone. When we checked in there was used soap in the tub & shower. The bedspread and room were extremely dusty. Breakfast was self-serve, three doughnuts each day for all the guests (7), bread or bagels. No fruit or hot meal. Was within walking distance of downtown Hilo, but no street lights at night to... More