Lodging and Transportation

Hilo offers a variety of lodging options at different price points, from oceanfront resorts to locally owned inns and vacation rentals. Most hotels and accommodations are not within walking distance of Hawaiʻi Community College or the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, so attendees should plan to rent a car or use rideshare services during their stay.

The APCG 2026 conference will primarily take place at:

Hawaiʻi Community College – Manono Campus
1175 Manono Street
Hilo, Hawaiʻi 96720

University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Campus

200 W Kawili St

Hilo, HI 96720

These campuses are located about two blocks from each other.

Please note that while Hilo is a smaller town, public transportation options are limited. Renting a vehicle is strongly recommended for convenience, especially if you plan to explore the island before or after the conference:

Transportation Recommendations

Please note that while Hilo is a smaller town, public transportation options are limited. Renting a vehicle is strongly recommended for convenience, especially if you plan to explore the island before or after the conference:

• Hele-On Bus (cost is FREE, but keep in mind of timing as it is routed for other places in Hilo)

• Hilo International Airport Rentals:

  • Hertz, Dollar, Avis, Enterprise, Budget, Alamo (cost varies)

• Other car shares: Turo, Uber, Lyft (all available in Hilo)

Hawaiʻi Island Airports

•  There are two main airports on Hawaiʻi Island

  • Hilo International Airport

    • Conveniently located 15 minutes drive from the conference venue

    • Multiple daily flights between Honolulu and Hilo

    • Currently no non-stop flights from the continent

  • Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole

    • Located at least 1.5 hours drive from the conference venue (opposite side of the island)

      • Limited routes to Hilo via the free Hele-On island-wide bus service

      • Hilo Planning Team may be able to provide limited shuttle service to Hilo on Oct 21 - stay tuned

      • Renting a car from the Kona Airport is a great option if possible!

    • Multiple daily flights between airports on the continent and Kona

Parking at Hawaiʻi Community College & UH Hilo

Parking is available on both campuses for conference attendees.

• Parking on both campuses is free.

• Attendees will be directed to designated conference parking areas.

• Campus parking maps will be provided closer to the event date.

Recommended Stays in Hilo

Hilo offers a mix of resort-style accomidations and locally owned boutique stays. We recommend booking early, as Hilo has limited hotel inventory compared to larger Hawaiʻi destinations.