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Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007

Historic downtown Hilo's vintage oasis where carefully curated Hawaiian artifacts transport visitors to another era in this charming retreat

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Hale Kawehi, in historic Hilo, offers a warm Polynesian environment with authentic Hawaiian artifacts. Guests enjoy private accommodations, bedroom air conditioning, and daily housecleaning. The old town's restaurants and shops are a short walk away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Hilo, this guesthouse is in the city centre and by the sea. Native Hawaiian Lava and Edith Kanakaole Tennis Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wailuku River State Park and Kaumana Springs Wilderness. Joint Astronomy Centre and Panaewa Rainforest Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Hilo travel guide
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Hilo, HI

What's nearby

  • Bucket Loads of Anthuriams for sale
    Hilo Farmers Market
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of Hawaii at Hilo
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Panaewa Rainforest Zoo
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hilo Shopping Center
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Kalakaua Park
    2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Crazy Grandmaz
    14 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    17 min walk
  • Kozmic Cones
    3 min drive

About this property

Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007

Guest house by the sea
Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007 provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Concierge services, barbecues and beach towels
  • Water sports equipment, books and golf privileges (optional)
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007 have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • 1.5 bathrooms with showers and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Books
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Smoking is not permitted in the main house. There is a designated area outside in gazebo area where guests may smoke.
Turn off fans and AC when not using or leaving guesthouse. Fire and safety concerns. keep screen doors closed. We have coqui frogs, geckos, etc.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GE-116-694-8352-01, 230420110000, TA-116-694-8352-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Guest House
Hale Kawehi Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo Hawaii
Hale Kawehi Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii Hilo

Frequently asked questions

Is Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007 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 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Hale Kawehi BnB Guesthouse In Quaint Downtown Hilo, Hawaii. PL-USE-2022-000007 Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a charming guest house! Super easy check-in and many delicious goodies including fresh fruit, cereal, snacks, etc., are waiting for you when you arrive! Every day we discovered another little treasure to admire and we felt extremely comfortable, like we were staying with family. Communication with Kawehi was flawless and we couldn't have asked for a better location. We wanted for nothing and highly recommend!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm hospitality

We arrived to find a beautiful plate of papaya and a fridge full of beverages for us to enjoy. Very charming guest house and kind hostess! Nice location for visiting the highlights of Hilo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

50th birthday celebration

Would definitely stay again! The house is so unique and we loved the decor. Wish we had more time to just stay and enjoy the space. Close to ocean, shopping, food. Thanks again for sharing your home! We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exploring Hilo

The host is well organized. Provided snacks and drinks. The space is welcoming and comfortable with many fun details. Would visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place full of amazing details

Beautiful house from the mid-1930’s filled with wonderful artifacts and Hawaiiana. Nice kitchen area for in home cooking - pots pans rice cooker etc- Comfynooks for relaxing- great wrap around deck with lounge chairs and a dining table! The garden is lush and creative. There are many cocqui frogs at night so if that bothers you, there is even ears plugs! Our only negative was that due to a plumbing issue my husband could not soak in the tub (for his degenerative disk) altho the shower worked fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved our Hilo Vacation

We stayed in Hilo during the third week of sept. The property was everything we had hoped for. When we pulled in there was a parking space right next to the entry so getting settled was a matter of minutes. Every room is full of interesting surprises. The space is large and gives you plenty of indoor and outdoor living. We absolutely loved the garden area and spent much of our time out on the deck next to it. This space is secluded and gives the feeling of being in a little private rain forest. Our stay was partly sunny with rain coming mostly in the evenings or during the night. This created a cozy sleeping environment with the sound of the geckos and soft rain. The bed is soft and the bathroom is close by. We enjoyed each room. There were litteraly hundreds of little pieces of Hawian history. Some spaces had the feel of a well desiged small museum. Our host Kawehi,was gracious and supplied us with unexpected pastries, and breakfast munchies. It was a pleasure to meet and talk with her. We want our vacations to feel like unique destinations. This one gets 5 out of 5! We can’t wait to return. Frank and Susanne Henderson
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we wanted or needed was there. Easy to find place. Walking distance to an amazing farmer and craft market
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was amazing, and the pictures online where accurate to the actual space.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracii W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place

great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hale Kawehi is a delightful oasis, beautifully decorated, and with all the comforts and amenities of home. Thank you so much, Kawehi! We hated to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Beautiful place to stay in Hilo.Hawaii

We had a wonderful time while staying here,It is exactly as shown in pictures.clean and comfortable.It's location in town makes it easy come and go to all local attractions without much fuss.

10/10 Excellent

Duncan J., Incline Village, NV

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo Stay

Wonderful property, very Hawaiian!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A True Enchanting Paradise in Hilo!Our first visit to the Big Island was made even more memorable by our stay at Hale Kawehi. Nestled in a local neighborhood, this guesthouse gave us the authentic Hawaiian experience we were hoping for. The home was spotless, beautifully maintained, and stocked with thoughtful touches—including snacks, food, and a fresh, sliced papaya waiting for us upon arrival.The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the natural cross-breeze from the large screen doors made the space feel airy and peaceful, especially in areas without AC. The garden was lush and vibrant, and we were surrounded by the soothing sounds of birds and nature throughout our stay.Communication with the host was seamless—she was warm, responsive, and truly welcoming. We couldn’t have asked for a better home base in Hilo. We’re already looking forward to staying here again on our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

Hilo was our base for 6 days on the Big Island. Excellent amenities and location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clem S.

Gem in the heart of Hilo

This was a fabulous place to relax after a long day in Kalapana. It was a very short drive to the waterfront restaurants in Hilo ( we would have walked if not for the rain :) and would stay again. The history and culture in the settings was very comfortable to stay in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfully quirky

The stories behind the items carefully curated in this lovely home could, I’m sure, fill a couple volumes of travel books. Inside and out, this place is welcoming and homey. The host is friendly and responsive. A great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brennan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this hale

We stayed here for a week for our honeymoon and loved the house. Kawehi really thought of everything
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

A Wonderful Place to Stay

We had a wonderful time here. It was almost like staying in a museum. Kawehi has so many artifacts and so much look over. A real treasure house of items. The accommodations were also very good. Very comfortable quarters with many places to sit and watch the birds, or read, or whatever. Would definitely stay here again if we came back to Hilo.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis O., Santa Ysabel, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Hilo Stay

The home make you instantly feel part of Hilo. Very clean with comfortable bed. We really appreciated all the conveniences provided that made our stay very enjoyable. A special treat was listening to the music of a Hawaiian artist promoted on the refrigerator with a glass of wine in the fabulous sitting room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Oasis

Fell in love as soon as we arrived. Kawehi is a great host. Ate breakfast each morning outside surrounded by beautiful landscaping. Didn't feel guilty about taking down time as even when you are inside, you still feel like you are outdoors. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo stay

We couldn't have had a better host for our visit to Hilo. She was welcoming and generous with her home and advice. She had papaya and cake waiting for us and she even gave us the recipe for the cake. The house was eclectic and it was just what we wanted. It was a great stay and would certainly go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rex H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our review

Very good. Well Organized. Concerned and pleasant owner
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totally Unique

The most amazing attention to detail! There’s so much to enjoy about this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo

The house was authentic Hawaiian. It was convenient to downtown Hilo. It was cluttered! The towels were big, soft, generous. There were lots of towels!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Wonderful stay!

We stayed for a week and had a lovely time at the Guesthouse. The bed was very comfortable and it was so nice to have AC in the bedroom at night. The patio is large and covered which made it so pleasant to sit out in the lovely garden while it is raining. We enjoyed the fresh fruit and croissants that Kawehi thoughtfully provided! The neighborhood is quiet and close to downtown. We look forward to returning again soon. Thank you Kawehi for being such a great Hostess!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018