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Best Skilled Nursing in Hilo, Hawaii

5 communities found

MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing communities in Hilo. Families rate them 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 424 public reviews.

  • 5communities
  • 4.4average rating, 4 rated
  • 424family reviews read
  • 0small homes, 10 or fewer

Best-rated skilled nursing in Hilo

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Life Care Center Of Hilo

    4.8 (247 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 252 units

    Families of residents at Life Care Center of Hilo generally describe attentive, compassionate staff and clean surroundings, with several noting strong communication from social services and clinical teams. One reviewer…

  2. 2

    Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center

    4.7 (128 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units

    Families and visitors consistently describe Hale Anuenue as clean, odor-free, and staffed by friendly, attentive employees who go out of their way for residents. One visitor did raise a concerning report about infrequent…

  3. 3

    Yukio Okutsu Veterans State Home

    4.6 (30 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 95 units

    Families of veterans generally praise the kind, attentive staff, rehabilitation support, and upbeat activities at this state-run veterans home in Hilo. Most reviews are highly positive, though one older review raised…

  4. 4

    Legacy Hilo Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

    3.6 (19 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 100 units

    Reviewers describe a mix of experiences at Legacy Hilo, with several praising the warmth and professionalism of nursing staff and therapists, especially for long-term residents. Others report serious lapses including a…

Skilled Nursing in Hilo: the figures

  • •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
  • •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.6 out of 5: 4 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
  • •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (5), 24-hour staff (5), on-site nurse (rn) (5), emergency call system (5), medication management (5), housekeeping (4).

About these figures

Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 5 communities listed in Hilo, 424 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.

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Skilled Nursing in Hilo: Common Questions

How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Hilo, Hawaii?

MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing long term care communities in Hilo, Hawaii, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Hilo are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Life Care Center Of Hilo (4.8★, 247 ratings), Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center (4.7★, 128 ratings), Yukio Okutsu Veterans State Home (4.6★, 30 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Hilo?

Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Hilo has skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), assisted living (3 communities), independent living (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Hilo?

Families rate Hilo skilled nursing long term care communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 424 public Google reviews of local communities.

Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Hilo?

Of the 5 Hilo communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

How do Hilo nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Hilo carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.6 out of 5. 4 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.