My wife and I visited the Big Island for the first time, and decided to check out the Hilo area, as a balance to our next stop in Maui. Staying at a B&B is perfect for the region, you get to be front and center with the lush surroundings. Jim and Amy are great hosts, and having Hunter sit on your lap after breakfast was a nice way to end the meal. The grounds are very nice, and the room is perfect for a couple. Nicely furnished and new. My one (minor) negative is that the mattress is firm beyond what I've ever experienced. I like a firm mattress, this was super firm. But I started to get used to it by the third (and last) night. Had I stayed longer, I might have gotten used to it. After discussing this with my wife, we realize he has to satisfy the bed firmness styles of many cultures, which are often quite different.

The breakfast was tasty, we looked forward to it each morning. Not home made, but tasty nonetheless. And the fresh fruit from their own trees was a real treat.

The house is away from the crowds, but on a relatively busy street.

All in all, we highly recommend Paradise Suite.

We stayed here for three nights to explore Hilo area. It's just a 15-20 min drive to Hilo, and easy to access downtown, shopping centers, snorkeling beach, lava viewing, etc.. It's located in suburban residential area. So usually quiet, dark in the night which is good for stargazing. There is a pool in the garden. You can use it for 24 hours.

Breakfast was awesome! You can choose your breakfast out of 6 choices. I liked pancakes and waffles. For lunch and dinner, there are nice and reasonable restaurants in neighborhood. We tried mexican restaurant at Pahoa, Thai restaurant in Hilo, stakehouse at Keaau shopping center, and all of them are pretty good.

I would recommend this place especially for those who lived in busy big cities (I am the one). Relaxing atmosphere, nice weather, very friendly and supportive host family (and your neighbor) is there.

True "Aloha" spirit is how to describe the Hawaii Paradise Suite B & B. If you are looking for a well appointed, very clean, modern , relaxing place to stay on the Big Island near Hilo, this is the place. Jim and Amy, the owners of the B & B, truly show you the aloha hospitality in every way. They are so helpful, attentive and want to make sure your stay at their place and visit to the Big Island is enjoyable. Their "travel guide" is very organized and concise so that you can explore the island in a timely manner. The accommodations are first class and very clean. The "media" room is equiped with a huge screen to watch television, DVDs, etc. The breakfast menu is extensive and varied....ONO food!!!!
This is the place to stay to explore the Hilo area and especially the Puna District (not far from the Volcano either) . If exploring and experiencing the "local" areas of this part of the island is what you want to do, this a a great place to stay!

Beautifully appointed setting. Terrific hospitality. Very helpful host. Adorable little Hunter! Great end to our first Hawaiian vacation. Appreciated the special touches for our 25th anniversary. Hope to return one day.