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Reviews of Old Hawaiian Bed and Breakfast

1492 Wailuku Drive, Hilo, HI 96720, United States

#2 of 10 B&Bs and Inns in Hilo

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Review score

Based on 89 B&B reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very much humidity, and no way to remove it in the rooms. Everything was damp No lock on toilet doors always deducts a little.

    Great host who served breakfast from the garden with explanations of the fruits.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2024

    9.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great location, friendly host, good overall experience.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    10
    Charming old Hawaiian house in lush tropical setting. Relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful convenient setting. Comfortable and clean. Fabulous breakfast. Friendly hosts.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very rich breakfast and friendly host.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilette with no separation with the room

    The house is nice, the terrace is great, the garden is amazing with all that fruit plants and the big jump in the river. Excellent fruits breakfast

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    9.0
    Highly recommended if you have a car.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There was no television, but we didn't miss it.

    Spacious, quiet, and well-appointed room in back of large house. Beautiful huge backyard with jackfruit tree and the Wailuku River about 100 m at the end of the lot. Parking on the premises. Breakfast on the lanai (porch) with other guests was excellent: fresh fruit, homemade pastries, yoghurt, and coffee served by gracious hosts (not the owners). The "Boiling Pots" are about a 10 min walk from the B&B and the Rainbow Falls a short drive away. (We walked, but it was dangerous because of lack of sidewalks part of the way.)

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would appreciate coffee maker in the room. Staff were accommodating to make breakfast earlier than 8 am, and allow us to use the communal refrigerator, but having the amenities in the room is a plus.

    Beautiful quiet bed and breakfast with lovely grounds,. Large vintage room with tub. We enjoyed a lavish breakfast and friendly welcoming staff. It was nice the hosts allowed us to drop off our bags early.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    9.0
    To visit the East Coast and volcano of Big Island
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice place, easy to reach the whole East Region of Big Island. Excellent breakfast different everyday.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    10
    Extremely grateful for a restful stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not really a "didn't like." I had the room just off the breakfast and gathering place porch. My bathroom was just a couple of feet from the door and it was awkward to use when I knew folks were on the porch a few feet away. I'm sure the other two rooms offered more privacy. But, this is a little thing compared to all the overwhelming positives and you just have to roll with older properties.

    It was a treat to wake up to a delicious breakfast, served artfully. The daily homemade breads/scones/muffins were to die for. The hosts were friendly and responsive without being intrusive. The fellow guests were lovely people to chat and be with. The setting was amazing and peaceful. The location was central while still feeling "off the beaten path."

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We really enjoyed having breakfast. The size of the room was great and it is a good location for a stay on Big Island on the Hilo side!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2023

    10
    Perfect Stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This was such a peaceful location, we absolutely loved our stay. We especially enjoyed the breakfast, it was so much more than we expected and so delicious and creative. thank you!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    9.0
    we loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    all quite nice

    very nice location, nice room, lovely setting

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2023

    10
    Beautiful and relaxing Hawaiian B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike about the property

    The gorgeous location, giving a beautiful Hawaiian experience, also the breakfast provided was absolutely fantastic

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    10
    Great place and cozy! Loved having breakfast every morning. Location is prime.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was pretty humid and moist, but I’m not sure if that’s avoidable. The restroom was not sealed from the bedroom so you get the humidity from the shower and can smell some business….

    Breakfast was a nice touch. We really appreciated that our house prepared breakfast for us when we had to leave at 6am for a tour. Everything was well organized. A binder was available and had all info about the lodging, sites and local restaurants. The room was very clean.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress felt past it's prime, but nothing that would keep me from rebooking here.

    The bathroom was immaculate and had plenty of extra towels. The shared space was lovely and very comfortable to relax on. I really enjoyed the fruit provided every morning for breakfast, and Lori was very accommodating with our early start the morning we left.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2023

    8.0
    The host was exceptional, but I don't see us vacationing in Hilo again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room size was small, and we had the center unit which had little/no airflow. No water view.

    Host was exceptional, including her breakfasts and service. Very nice grounds and good location for going to Mauna Kea, falls in and north of Hilo and Hilo bay and black sand beach to the south..

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Everything! The location is good, close to rainbow fall, boiling pots and closer to Mauna Kea. The host is really thoughtful, I love the experience a lot!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything very nice!

    Outstanding breakfast with a nice variety of fresh fruit, home made breads. Lovely view, big room with nice shower. Very comfortable

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Private property with rooms facing the garden with direct access. Beautiful view, very peaceful, comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    4 nights is too fast. Lol

    We enjoyed every moment in this bnb. Spacious room and huge yard to explore. Also Lori prepares a delicious breakfast with fresh fruits every morning.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2022

    10
    Charming B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Getting out of the parking lot can be tricky

    The rooms were exceptionally spacious and comfortable, with lots of gorgeous windows and a very nice bathroom. All rooms have a private entrance from outside! Breakfast was also great and the portions were huge, with lots of local pastries and fruits! Definitely recommend.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2022

    9.0
    We had a nice stay in Hilo. Thanks Lory and Stewart for everything!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hearty Healthy breakfast; Great location, very quiet place.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2022

    10
    Hidden gem in Hilo
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Nice cosy room , good location, quiet , great breakfast served on porch. Very clean. Good communication wirh Lory who is a very good host , she took good care of her guests. Safe and pretty neighbourhood. Thank you for sharing your home.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2022

    10
    Lory, Stewart and Kallah were so helpful and made the experience a gem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing

    The breakfast was fantastic - it's a Hawaiian experience.

    Stayed in September 2022

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