Only steps from the Pacific Ocean, our grounds are within a beautiful garden/jungle setting right on our property. Located about 5 minutes by auto from downtown Hilo, we also have a bus stop just outside our door for the island wide FREE BUS SYSTEM ...

Transportation 

The Hawaii County Mass Transit Agency provides public transportation around the island on the Hele-On bus.
Best of all, most routes are FREE with a few exceptions. Please check Fees and Schedules here.
In addition, the Transit Agency offers a Shared Ride Taxi program which provides door to door transportation for as little as $2.00 within the urbanized area of Hilo.

In consideration of others and for your safety:

• Shirts and footwear are required. 
• No smoking.
• Consumption of food and beverage is prohibited.
• The playing of radios, tape players, dvd players, and cell phones is prohibited without headphones. 
• Refrain from horseplaying, yelling or talking loudly. 

The following items are prohibited unless prior permission is granted:

• Boogie boards
• Pets are allowed provided they are kept in an enclosed container or cage.
• $1.00 charge per carry-on item larger than 18"X18", or more than one item underneath your seat.
• Please utilize designated bus stop zones whenever possible.
• Please remain seated at all times when bus is moving.

How to board the bus:

• Wait on the proper side of the roadway for the bus.
• Flag the bus (please call for bus stop information.
• Wait until the bus makes a complete stop.

How to exit the bus:

• Before reaching your desired "get-off" stop, pull the cord located by the window of the bus.
• Remain seated until the bus comes to a complete stop.
• Exit from front of bus.
• DISCLAIMER: The County of Hawaii will not be responsible for any inconvenience, expense, or damages resulting from the failure to depart or arrive at stated times or for any items brought on the bus.

Bus Schedule is here.

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