Pacific 19 Kona, HiloPacific 19 Kona in Hilo, United States has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 17 of 19 hotels we score in Hilo. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 2.6, Tripadvisor 3.2. Rooms from about $266 a night (cached, not a live quote).Pacific 19 Kona is a three-star boutique hotel located on Palani Road in Kailua-Kona. This six-story building underwent a renovation in 2023 and sits within walking distance of Kamakahonu Beach, Kahaluʻu Beach Park, and Kailua Pier. The property provides an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, a gym, and complimentary bicycle rentals. It caters to families and pet owners, offering secure private parking on-site. While the interiors have been updated, some guests have reported issues with noise and maintenance. The hotel is a practical choice for travellers wanting to stay near Aliʻi Drive while exploring the local coastline.What stands out

Outdoor swimming pool

Free bicycle rentals

Pet friendly policy

Secure private parking

Watch out for

Occasional noise issues

Maintenance problems

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