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Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in Hilo with free parking

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Enjoy a meal in a serene outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, loveseat, and chair, plus a coffee table and ceiling fan.
Experience the warm and inviting atmosphere of this traditional room, featuring a wooden floor, round rug, and vintage-style chandelier.
Stroll through the lush garden, surrounded by tropical plants and shrubs, and enjoy the shaded patio area.
Relax in this inviting room with a large window, wooden chairs, and a bar area.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room (The Ka'uhane Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 2000 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Hilo Farmers Market - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hilo Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Port of Hilo - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 10 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

Guesthouse in the city center
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • Books, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Property manager

Kawehi Cochran, Owner-Host

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 55.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - TA-116-694-8352-01
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number Exempt under Ordinance 18-114, Sec. 3, Rule 23-3

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse located?

Located in the heart of Hilo, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Mohouli Park, University of Hawaii at Hilo, and Hamakua Heritage Corridor. Lincoln Park and St. Joseph Catholic Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Hale Kawehi B&B Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 35 reviews

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 Excellent

Sumitra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was quaint and very cute with all the necessary things and very upto date details on everything
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

zafrira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
False advertising, room looks nothing like photos.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Private hideaway in downtown Hilo

Quaint and comfortable with lots of space to move around!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every detail was perfect! Beautiful decor --inside and out. Felt like such a sanctuary!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is like home. If you wanted to cook the kitchen is well set up
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Mike, Jackson, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A unique property steeped in Hawaiian history and culture plus a host happy to share a lifetime of Island experiences.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

heather, norfolk England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Excellent

loom, Nagoya,JAPAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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。
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Leroy A., Fairbanks, Etats-Unis d'Amérique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Antiques and Gardens

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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。

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Holland Centre, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

David, Kihei, HI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.