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Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Hilo adults-only guesthouse with bar/lounge

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Interior
Terrace/patio
Interior entrance
Property grounds
Property grounds
Hale Kawehi Guesthouse offers a serene retreat in the city center with its lush garden and cozy library. Unwind on the picturesque terrace, enjoy a drink at the bar, or take advantage of express check-out services and concierge assistance.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Cable/satellite TV service

Room options

View all photos for Room (The Ka'uhane Room)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Room (The Ka'uhane Room)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 186 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior

Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,214 reviews
The price is AU$355
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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About the area

Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hilo Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Port of Hilo - 10 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 10 min drive
  • Kailua-Kona, HI (KOA-Kona Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kozmic Cones - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪L & L Drive Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Antics Pizza - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse

At Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Port of Hilo. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

Property manager

Kawehi Cochran, Owner-Host

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) are not allowed
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free covered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Services

  • Concierge services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Grab bar in bath
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Accessible bath
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Dining table

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of USD 55.00 per stay

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID – TA-116-694-8352-01
Property Registration Number Exempt under Ordinance 18-114, Sec. 3, Rule 23-3

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Does Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster and cookware.

Does Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony and a garden.

What's the area around Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse like?

Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse is a short 10-minute drive from Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) and 12 minutes' walk from University of Hawaii at Hilo.

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Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The property was quaint and very cute with all the necessary things and very upto date details on everything
Sumitra, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very well equipped. Just wish more than the bedroom was air conditioned. Other than that everything was great. My husband and I both really enjoyed the place. We would stay there again
Linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Big surprise. The house is like staying in a family home surrounded by beautiful cuckoo clocks and other items of a long lost past. Magic garden.
zafrira, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Es war eine voll eingerichtete Wohnung. Viel Deko überall. Machte es nett, aber auch irgendwie voll. Ich hatte leichte Probleme mich dort mit meinen Sachen/Reisegepäck zu integrieren, weil überall etwas herumstand oder herumlag. Das angepriesene Frühstück war etwas übertrieben dargestellt, es gab Kaffee und für 4 Nächte ein paar kleine Sachen, die man auch zum Frühstück verzerren konnte, aber es war halt kein Frühstück. Alles in allem aber eine nette, wenn auch gewöhnungsbedürftige Unterkunft in Hilo. Sehr nette Terasse zum draußen sitzen mit Blick in einen schönen Garten. Sehr viele Coqui Frösche. Da kann mal nach gegoogelt werden :)
Rene, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes.
This place was so amazing I don't ever want to choose a hotel again. I'm going to look up guest houses from here on out. The place was eclectic and thoughtful with a bunch of little touches and it felt like authentic Hawaii.
Samantha, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the property and the ambience very much. Kawehi has done an excellent job is providing everything, even to the minutest detail. Enjoyed the garden and outside pergola very much. Plenty of room in this very quaint house which was private with a separate entrance. Excellent, thanks Kawehi!
Naveen, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

False advertising, room looks nothing like photos.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Private hideaway in downtown Hilo
Quaint and comfortable with lots of space to move around!
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Every detail was perfect! Beautiful decor --inside and out. Felt like such a sanctuary!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is like home. If you wanted to cook the kitchen is well set up
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A unique property steeped in Hawaiian history and culture plus a host happy to share a lifetime of Island experiences.
Mike, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely house. We loved our night there.
Quirky fun place to stay. This is a huge house, not just a room. Dry well equipped and comfortable
heather, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Horrible Host and Nightmare Neighbor
This woman threatens to slash the tires of anyone parked on Kukuau Street who doesn't stay on her property. All around nasty person, no aloha spirit- puts out orange cones (illegally) on the street to keep people from parking near her place. If you do she threatens to call police or do damage to your vehicle. Many other places to stay- don't endorse this bad behavior. Aloha

10/10 Exceptional

Experience living Hawaiian-style!
This very Hawaiian-style home is so sweet! Antiques throughout, very clean, open-air screening surrounds, and lots of amenities: great Kona coffee, arrival croissants/pastries, comfy beds/pillows,etc. Very spacious. Wine available for a minimal charge. Great place to stay close to Hilo coastal area, and experience living there!

10/10 Exceptional

ハワイの別荘に来たみたい
可愛らしく美しいインテリアの、ハワイ島のお友達のお家に来たような気持ちになりました。おじいさまが日本人というオーナーのマダムも優しくて、とても気持ち良く過ごすことができました。
loom, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Quaint Guest House
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Hale Kawehi. Clean, comfortable and supplied with anything you would need for an enjoyable stay. Conveniently located near Old Town Hilo. Charming Inn Keeper and very helpful with suggestions of wonderful restaurants and sites to visit.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Antiques and Gardens
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

ラブリーな空間
ラブリーなインテリアに囲まれた非日常の空間を満喫しました。観光に出かけるのが（部屋を使う時間が減るのが）もったいないと感じるくらい魅力的でした。お部屋もお庭も、二人で過ごすにはもったいない広さでした。カエルの鳴き声、鳥のさえずり、風鈴の音色、、なんとも言えず心地よく耳に響いて、快適でした。
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

A Holiday Home...
What a treat to enjoy the luxury of space during your holidays. Gardens, reading books, full kitchen and bar area makes it possible to feel like you are living in Hawaii. My dream was realized! Thank you, Kawahi
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Hilo Holiday Home
A place to discover with its antique decor and garden sanctuary . Use it as a base or sanctuary for discovering the East side of Hawaii. The delightful owner cares about helping you to have a fulfilling visit to an Island area she is proud of calling home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Stay at Hale Kawehi
Gracious hostess, lovely home, great location on a beautiful island. Perfect vacation in every way, in many ways because of the hostess and her abode. Reasonably priced, one mile from downtown Hilo and quick trip to airport, better side of the island to be on. Kawehi, our hostess, was beautiful inside and out, and great to deal with.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous Hilo Home
This home was more than exceptional. The host anticipated all our needs and wants. The house was uniquely old Hawaiian. We woke to the sounds of the water fixtures on the lanai's (yes multiple lanai's), fresh pastry and coffee provide by the host. Kewehi. The gardens were lovely. - The stocked wine was perfect for the evening after a long day of touring. Kewehi also provided lots of literature and books so we found some places to visit that were off the beaten path. We could not have asked for a better experience. We are recommending this house to everyone we know who plan a trip to Hilo Marian & Ian; August 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Cute place
The place is filled with unique antique looking things. It provided everything we needed (fridge, kitchen and kitchen appliance) it was a very comfortable stay. The only negative thing I have to say was that the two days I stayed there, the weather was hotter than usual so sleeping at night was a little hard just because it was very warm. It helped with opening the windows and putting on two fans but It was pretty warm.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Surprisingly good
Really nice. Bedroom and bathroom has a private, locked door. Kitchen and living room are huge. Easy 20 minute walk to the waterfront shops. About a 45 minute drive to Volcsnoes National Park. Only negative is the outside noise. There's a barking dog next door (does not bark at night) and the birds/frogs make a racquet. That said, I slept fine, but the host does provide ear plugs if you have issues sleeping in noisy surroundings.