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Offering open air accommodation in a Polynesian setting, Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse is situated in downtown Hilo, 1.1 km from Lyman Museum & Mission House. Free WiFi and covered parking is offered at this property. The bedroom at this guest house is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms include a seating area for your convenience. The rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Extras include slippers and free toiletries. This property has ceiling fans throughout the entire house, 2 covered wrap around decks, and a guest house located on a family estate. There is also an open kitchen and a garden. Daily housekeeping is optional. East Hawaii Cultural Center is 1.5 km from Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse, while Mauna Loa Observatory is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hilo Airport, 5 km from Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Hilo
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  • Rosalind
    Australia Australia
    Hale Kawehi was a real delight - not just a regular 1BR apartment, but effectively a furnished whole house - including two sitting rooms and wrap-around balcony. It was a great base for our four days of sightseeing on the Big Island, and lacks...
  • Terry
    Australia Australia
    Very quirky decorations which we loved. Everything you could want available in the house - so comfortable.
  • D
    Dale
    United States United States
    We enjoyed fixing what we wanted from the available selections.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Kawehi Cochran

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Kawehi Cochran
Vintage polynesian guesthouse In downtown Hilo featuring many Hawaiian collectibles.
Indigenous Hawaiian wanting to share this unique property. Love hosting my many guests.
Guest house is In a lovely neighborhood walking distance to downtown area.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Fast free WiFi 60 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Car hire
  • Express check-in/check-out
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adult only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to USD 500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 10:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Self check-in can be conducted with a key that is in a combination lock. The host is available upon request.

Please inform Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 10:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to US$500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: TA-116 694 8352 01

FAQs about Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse

  • The prices at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse is 0.8 miles from the centre of Hilo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse include:

    • Double

  • Check-in at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)