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At the Beach with Friends Bed & Breakfast

369 Nene St., Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
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At the Beach with Friends Bed & Breakfast
Ranked #13 of 16 Hilo B&B and Inns
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Edmonton, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

It's location - next to 7 natural beaches & it's own lush tropical setting make this a gem! Claudia, the gracious owner, has the details nicely attended to: snorkel gear, beach towels, umbrellas etc. Rooms are large w/ comforable, kingsized beds, each has a great view of the natural setting & a lovely large clean bathroom attached. The daily fresh... More

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Bethesda, Maryland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2012

We had a fantastic stay in Hilo enjoying At the Beach with Friends. I really liked our hosts Claudia's breakfasts: fresh tropical fruit, homemade granola with greek yogurt and strong coffee. Yumm. Since we were hiking around sites it was good to have plenty to eat and good water to drink.. I loved snorkeling just across the street at Richardson... More

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Houston, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2012

Our visit was wonderful. The room was impecably clean, comfortable and beautiful. We loved the sounds of nature and the close proximity to the beach. They have everything to lend for snorkeling, relaxing at the beach, flashlights and bug spray, sunscreen for hiking, it was like being at home. Claudia's cooking is delicious as well. Healthy and decadent. We highly... More

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Bethesda, Maryland
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2012

My husband and I had a wonderful time in Hilo staying in a romantic room "at the Beach with Friends". IT was a 25th anniversary trip and we were not disappointed in our decision to go to Hilo for four days. At the Beach with Friends is conveniently located near the airport but one gets the feeling of being in... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2012 via mobile

Just left after spending 3 nights at The Beach with Friends. We wished we had have stayed longer. This B &B was so comfortable, the owner, Claudia so welcoming and friendly. We found it a place to find a balance of great hospitality and time to spend in private moments. The breakfasts were delicious with homemade cereal, muffins and hot... More

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Olympia, Washington
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

We had a wonderful experience during our stay at "At the Beach with Friends" Bed and Breakfast. Claudia is a wonderful hostess and made a delicious cooked breakfast for us and the other residents of the B&B each morning. She obviously prepares meals with love in her heart and an objective of making sure we enjoyed them. I had a... More

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Denver, Colorado
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

I just returned from a two week stay At the BeachWith Friends and it was just that. Claudia was a wonderful hostesss and very knowledgeable about Hawaiian customs, history and culture. She was very accommodating and always smiling. She knows the all the best spots on the island for all kinds of activities and their history. Her breakfasts are delicious... More

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Seattle, Washington
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 July 2011

We made a mistake with the dates in our reservation and ended up on Claudia, the owners, door step a month early. It could have been a disaster but Claudia was so forgiving, told us to relax and prepared a room for us. A hotel would probably have told us to take a hike and charged for the mistake. Instead... More

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Chicago, Illinois
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2011

My husband and I spent 2 nights at this B&B during our trip to The Big Island in October 2010. Overall we were disappointed with our stay here. The good: the room was fairly comfortable, the surrounding property was nice, and the location was convenient for our purposes (we were really only there to check out the Volcanoes National Park... More

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2 April 2011

We serve a hot breakfast everyday from 8:00 AM until 9:30 AM. For those guests with early appointments or prefer to leave very early we offer a grab and go breakfast and ready the coffee pot so they can start the coffee at a time of their preference. I apologise for any unpleasantness. We are commited to making your visit... More

Glastonbury, Connecticut
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2010

We were looking for a place close to the volcanoes and ocean. This was the perfect pick. Although we had no trouble sleeping earplugs were supplied in the event the sounds of the rainforest "nightlife" was too much. As there were 3 of us we were thrilled to find a B&B where we could all stay in the same room.... More

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Also Known As:
At The Beach With Friends Bed And Breakfast
At The Beach With Friends Hotel Hilo
At The Beach With Friends Hotel
At The Beach With Friends Bed & Breakfast Hilo, Hawaii
Address: 369 Nene St., Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
Region: United States > Hawaii > Island of Hawaii > Hilo
Hotel Style:
Ranked #13 of 16 B&Bs / Inns in Hilo
Price range (per night): ₹ 7,957 - 9,878
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Private guest wing on a lagoon across from Hilo's favorite swimming beaches. Luxury ocean view accommodations for $145-$180, king beds, private baths, private phones, TVs, computer with highspeed internet and WiFi, sitting room, & hot buffet breakfast. AC and triple room available. ... more   less 

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