Hilo, the largest town on the Big Island, is located on the northeastern part of the island where the weather is rainy and the scenery is that of a lush tropical rain forest.
With an average of over 270 rainy days a year, Hilo is less a vacation destination for sun seekers and more a home base for exploring the vast natural wonders of the Big Island.
With a relatively large population of Japanese origin, downtown Hilo offers several good Japanese restaurants.
Hotels in Hilo are located oceanfront on the small Waiakea Peninsula, about one mile from downtown.
Hilo, the largest town on the Big Island, is located on the northeastern part of the island where the weather is rainy and the scenery is that of a lush tropical rain forest.
