100 Kulaniapia Drive, Hilo, HI 96720, United States
#7 of 13 B&Bs and inns in Hilo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 164 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.0
Value for money
7.9
Free Wifi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 22, 2025
Naseath
United StatesOnly stayed 2 nights and had to leave to stay at another place I had booked earlier for the next part of my stay on the island
Peace, Beauty, Exclusive, Private, Perfection, Friendly
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Christine
United StatesRooms were smaller than expected
The falls were extraordinary. The food was delectable. Lodging was comfortable
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 14, 2025
Kathryn
United StatesVery peaceful, only saw a few other guests. The snacks and breakfast provided were very nice. Loved the dining area with view of the falls. My daughter swam - 65° too chilly for me since our day was overcast. The grounds are lovely.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 9, 2025
Anthony
United StatesThe check-in process is too difficult. Youre supposed to arrive before 8pm. Why does it matter? Because you cannot stay and watch the volcano eruption during the dark. The drive will eat your time up and youll be late for check-in. You have to monitor email and whatsapp. You have to pre-register online before you're allowed to have the code to enter the property. I already registered on booking.com so why should i have to do it again? You have to reserve your breakfast time and pick your meal without seeing what you're ordering. The French toast was drowning in cinnamon. It was overbearing. There's no TV in your room. I get that you're enjoying nature, but after dark, there's nothing to enjoy. The staff was polite but not overly friendly. For the price and uniqueness of the stay, there were moments when I didn't feel particularly welcomed.
The property is beautiful, and there's an adventure to be had. The breakfast location is straight out of a book. There were snacks, tea and coffee a plenty in the house. The drive isn't unbearable.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 29, 2025
Krs
United StatesN/A
Natural surroundings
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 28, 2025
Blackmex
Mexicoa little far, but manageable
location is key
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 3, 2025
Debra
United StatesThere were very limited options for food.
I like the way it is run with the work exchange program. The area is beautiful and secluded yet close to Hilo.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 4, 2025
Linda
United StatesAmazing rooms with access to even more amazing grounds! Incredibly helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 20, 2025
Debra
United StatesThe bed was heavenly! Further the location was simply devine. We felt safe and just amazing each night.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 3, 2025
Asensio
United StatesThe property is in amazing place. Beautiful waterfalls and relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
Charlie
United StatesThere was nothing I didn’t like
It’s located on a waterfall!! Staff very friendly and warm
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 7, 2025
Masako
United StatesNarrow choices of breakfast and serving time
Location was next to none. I've never been to a place with waterfalls and rainforest in the inn's property. Very secluded and quiet. Beautiful sunrise. Breakfast was very tasty but needs more variety for travelers who are staying longer. There were only three choices and starts serving at 8:45, which is too late for active people who want to start going to places, such as hiking trails
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 2, 2025
Ranes
United StatesNothing
The location was divine. Peaceful and relaxing. The location was not crowed. The scenery is beautiful! We kept the windows opened our whole trip and listened to the waterfall.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Nunn
AustraliaThe location and the scenery was amazing we loved it!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 12, 2024
Andrew
United KingdomNice breakfast in a lovely surrounding.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Arlene
United StatesEverything was great. would have been nice to have a restaurant for dinner options.
The gardens and waterfall views were beautiful Enjoyed the hike to the waterfalls and swimming in the waters near the waterfall. Rooms were clean and comfortable and easily accessible to the waterfalls. Breakfast was located in a great location with views of the garden and waterfalls. Breakfast was delicious and meticulously prepared.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 30, 2024
Susan
United KingdomBreakfast was good and freshly made.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 24, 2024
Zach
United StatesIf your neighbours decide to be noisy you WILL hear them. The rental equpment is fun to play with near the falls, but one hour may be too much, I suggest the 30 minutes option.
The location is a gem. Also the landscaping work and all the small design details are just fantastic. People are super friendly and the food is really outstanding (especially the breakfast)
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 21, 2024
Thomas
United StatesNo AC, but we were provided a small fan, and there is a ceiling fan in the room.
the location was awesome!! Nice and quiet and the sound of the waterfalls and birds.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 7, 2024
Emily
United StatesBreakfast was great, location was perfect. 15 minute drive to Hilo, and very clean rooms and beautiful property!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2024
Federica
ItalyEverything must be booked by the phone, also the check-in/check-out and breakfast (you can’t do breakfast early in the morning, and you have to choose the time slot for you breakfast. Poor breakfast.
Very nice and relaxing place. Beautiful rooms.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Lourival
United StatesAmazing , beautiful
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 25, 2024
Ray
United StatesUnless you stay there the whole time, you need to drive in and out to Hilo... about 15 min.
On private property out on the slope.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 17, 2024
Michele
United StatesHard to pick a negative aspect. Probably a better selection of snacks in the family room would attract given the lack of restaurant.
The location is stunning with rooms just in front of the waterfall. The waterfall is free to access for guests and is one of the few ones on Big Island where you can swim. The surrounding are all forest and nature.
Stayed in July 2024
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