Hale Kawehi Guesthouse

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar

Parking available

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Parking included

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Hilo, HI

University of Hawaii at Hilo
12 min walk
Kalakaua Park
3 min drive
Hilo Farmers Market
3 min drive
Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
10 min drive

Room options

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

Room (The Ka'uhane Room)

186 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Pool

Parking included

Free WiFi

Restaurant

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

About this property

Adults-only guesthouse in Hilo with free parking

A bar/lounge, concierge services and a library are available at this guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and a garden. Housekeeping is available on request.

Guest accommodation at Hale Kawehi Guesthouse is accessible via exterior corridors and offers laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks and dining tables. Accommodation at this 3-star guest house has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Hilo guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Hale Kawehi Guesthouse, you're just a quick walk from Mohouli Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a bar are available.

Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
Amenities include a front desk safe, a terrace and library
Within a 15-minute walk of Mohouli Park and University of Hawaii at Hilo

As a guest of Hale Kawehi Guesthouse, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Hale Kawehi Guesthouse also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Hilo guest house.

Property manager

Kawehi Cochran, Owner-Host

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free covered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

A bar/lounge

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 lift
Raised toilet seat
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking

1 building
1 floor
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

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
Hob
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Separate dining area
Toaster

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 and check-out are available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: USD 55.00 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Property Registration Number Exempt under Ordinance 18-114, Sec. 3, Rule 23-3

We should mention

This is an adults-only property and children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Hale Kawehi Guesthouse 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

10/10 Excellent

Sumitra

Travelled with family

16 Feb 2024

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

zafrira

Travelled with partner

9 May 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family

14 Mar 2023

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

Samantha

28 Jun 2022

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

Travelled with partner

31 Aug 2021

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

Travelled with family

24 Jul 2020

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

False advertising, room looks nothing like photos.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

28 Feb 2020

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

Travelled with partner

8 Jan 2020

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

Travelled with partner

12 Dec 2019

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

20 Oct 2019

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

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Mike, Jackson, CA

13 Sept 2018

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

8 Sept 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

Connie

23 Mar 2018

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

Verified traveller

2 May 2017

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

10 Nov 2016

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

Antiques and Gardens

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Holland Centre, ON

28 Feb 2016

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

17 Jul 2015

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

27 Jun 2015

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.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

16 May 2015

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

Very Nice Home-like Place

This is a really nice guesthouse with a kitchen, fridge, dining areas, multiple porches, plenty of sofas and recliners. The gardens are nice. The location is great, close to Hilo and close to a lot of attractions. Laundry service is available for a very nominal charge. The owner is very friendly and very knowledgable.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Mar 2015

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

Stay here if you want to feel at home! :)

Hale Kawehi far exceeded our expectations! Unlike any hotel we could have stayed at, Hale Kawehi was like being at home! The house was spacious and the garden was beautiful. We had a little Japanese White Eye (bird) come visit us each morning as we ate our breakfast on the porch outside. Nighttime was very relaxing as well. We were able to enjoy a bit of TV in the living area which offered two big, cozy recliners and later fell asleep to the sounds of the frogs/nature in the bedroom. The kitchen has all sorts of dishes and utensils to use so you can make your own meals. Kawehi was a gracious host, respected our privacy, and even cored the fresh pineapple we picked up! There is no doubt in our minds that if we ever return to Hilo, this is where we plan to stay again!

8/10 Good

Colleen, Sydney

2 Mar 2015

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Friendly Owner

This place was very quaint. Not having a vehicle it was about 20 minute walk to town, but it was a nice pleasant walk. Coming from Australia, we didn't want to drive.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Jan 2015

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

8/10 Good

Ricarda

2 Dec 2014

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

KennethR, Pittsburgh

15 Nov 2014

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

staying in Hilo

We were warmly greet by the owner and she told many interesting stories about the Hawaiian culture. The space is large with several outdoor areas with comfortable seating and Hawaiian greenery. Everything that you need is available in the large open kitchen. The home is older with an older bathroom and single beds. But everything worked and it was very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Oct 2014

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

Great location for travelling

Owner was very obliging and bar a lack of lighting (owner explained there was an electrical fault which was under repair during our stay) this would have been a perfect stay. One of the reasons for visiting Hilo was to visit the Volcano parks and other sights and all were easily accessible by road from this location.