1073C West Kawailani Street, Hilo, HI 96720, United States
#1 of 9 B&Bs and Inns in Hilo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 46 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Location
8.8
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
8.3
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Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Fanny
BelgiumAs we are on vacation we prefer not to do dishes, if there was some more space in the cottage a (small) dishwasher would be great. A pool would also be great but that would also be difficult to realise and make it more expensive. Well you can't have all, we were very happy with all there was and it was not hard to made our stay as comfortable as can be.
This place is a little paradise in paradise,... After many years (since 1995) of traveling all 50 states of the USA and other places in the world, this place was a huge surprise. Think this must be the cleanest lodging we have ever been in! It's so much fun not to be worried about cleaning before we touch something or using towels, bedding, etc... So thankful for that, we could just relax and enjoy the cottage and surroundings! With almost everything you need in the cottage to be comfortable! The little garden in front of the lanaï is stunning!! The frogs are noisy, loud but not really disturbing, kinda something that fits in.... When you close the windows it will barely bother when you go to sleep. We can only hope to return once again to Hawaii in the future and come back to this superclean and comfortable cottage! With special thanks to Jean for the help and communication, the hospitallity and the provided, lovely amenities (coffee, chocolates, drinks, flowers, ...) !
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Wayne
United StatesLeaving😕
We stayed here last year for a few days and liked it so much we booked for a week this year. Very comfortable to return to in the evenings. We could fix our breakfast or could heat up something simple in the eveningif we wanted to. This is a small cottage in a beautiful garden. The little peepers were loud at night but We like that. There are earplugs if you don’t like it. Jean was very welcoming and pleasant to talk to. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 10 December 2023
Doug
United StatesThe only downside was the wild rooster that would crow at all times of the night. Closed windows helped but we also like fresh air- so it was a toss up.
Beautiful, private, comfortable and well thought out. They supplied everything you could need.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Roland
SwitzerlandMarvelous Paradise Garden in front of condo , with a very nice Garden seating, everything decorated with love
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Sandra
United StatesThe beautiful garden, thoughtful amenities throughout the cottage, the privacy in a residential area. Definitely a property that I would recommend & not hesitate to book again.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Michel
SwitzerlandCosy
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Denise
United StatesA little warm in the afternoons
Beautiful garden and comfortable cottage. Nice kitchen facilities. Great location. Nice hostess and all the little extra touches she provided
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Erwan
United StatesGood place. good location.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Alessandro
ItalyEverything was perfect. Jean welcomed us warmly and gave us helpful information. Inside the flat we found everything we needed, along with food and drinks for breakfast. All kitchen and bathroom tools in order and well organised. Staying here is great and highly recommended. Thank you Jean!
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 8 April 2023
Marie
FranceJean is an amazing host, her cottage is well equipped and she takes good care of her place. It’s located only a few minutes by car from Hilo center (a lot of groceries store available), you can easily access beaches, waterfalls, caves, volcano park etc. Mahalo !
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 15 February 2023
Tsukovits
CanadaThe cottage is beside the owners house but feels very private.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 January 2023
Michael
New ZealandNow I cannot blame the owner but the Coqui frogs were noisey at night for a couple of hours, but you got used to them after a while!
The cottage had everything we could possibly want. The garden was a mini tropical paradise.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2022
Natalia
Polandwe loved the place and all the details that made our stay just perfect - breakfast basket, nice cosmetics, candles etc! Thank you, Jean!
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 28 September 2022
Iva
GermanySmall frogs in the area were quite loud the first night we arrived, however, during the next two nights the sound decreased, or we just got used to it. Just in case you have sensitive sleep or hearing, you might wanna have some earplugs nearby for just in case.
Jean made sure there is everything you need available in the kitchen and the bathroom and there was a welcome basket waiting for us containing a great starter package which was of great use! Loved all the details in the decoration of both the cottage and the garden, it is obvious that everything is very well tought trough. Great base to explore the surroundings, in general - a lovely place with a lovely host and we very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 2 September 2022
Daniel
Switzerlandnot that much place for luggage and stuff…
super cute, very clean and super friendly host!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 28 August 2022
Antoine
FranceNothing really
Hawaiian style / Everything we needed was there / lovely host / great breakfast basket
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 1 July 2022
Prentiss
United StatesA bit on the compact side but that's also the charm. Look forward to returning.
This was truly a cozy paradise tucked up on a high hill above Hilo,cool and refreshing. The Cottage was immaculate with all appliances and kinds of entertainment. Outside we were serenaded by tree frogs and countless birds. The hostess was helpful but never intrusive. Highly recommended.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 15 June 2022
Maren
Norwayeverything!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 21 May 2022
Allan
United StatesTiny shower, but fine
Location separate structure from hostess windows parking plantings pond privacy gift basket kitchen accessories refrigerator my friend
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 15 May 2022
Amanda
United StatesNothing!
A small haven that Jean filled with every possible amenity. it truly felt like a luxury stay, with robes and slippers, a welcome basket, beautiful lanai, flowers and a beautifully designed space. And that shower! Jean was incredibly thoughtful as well — my partner hit his toe on the bed and then realized it had been covered with foam. That’s just one small example. We would recommend anyone stay here. And if you love gardens, you’ll be wowed by the green thumb. beautiful plants, a water feature…basically an oasis.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 8 May 2022
F
United StatesThe hostess was very responsive and friendly. The studio was well designed and comfortable and contained everything a guest might need. The garden was peaceful and exceptionally beautiful.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 13 March 2022
Lynn
United Statesno much
everything was just a notch above what you usually get. The welcome basket was huge and had pretty much a whole breakfast in it. Although the cottage is quite small, it is very thoughtfully designed to make the maximum use of space. All the furnishings were top rate and she has supplied just about anything you might need
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 28 February 2022
Kenneth
United StatesThe property is beautiful and the location good but it was difficult for us to find even with instructions emailed to us by Jean. We had to make two telephone calls to Jean for directions before our arrival there.
The cottage was perfect for the two of us. We found it to be clean, comfortable and functional. Jean left a large basket for us with fruits, coffee, tea, rolls and snacks which was very much appreciated. The kitchenette was truly functional and well equipped and the bedding so comfy. Very close to Downtown Hilo and attractions. We would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 6 February 2022
Don
CanadaWe found the bathroom, like most rentals, could use more toiletry room around the sink and a foldable suitcase stand or two for luggage in the living area, although it did have dresser drawers for clothes.
Beautiful private backyard cottage with lanai overlooking private garden and koi pond. inside two ceiling fans and windows on all sides that let in cooling breeze on hotter days. Very comfortable queen size bed hidden behind TV and book shelf living room area, comfortable shower with good water pressure and hot water. The lovely owner met us with a welcome basket of coffee, orange juice, fruit, snacks and chocolate covered macadamia nuts. She also gave us some bottled water in the fridge. We also liked the private off street parking and quiet neighborhood as we had a rental car and expected to have to drive and park closer to the downtown. TV had Netflix and cable.
Stayed in January 2022
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