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Hilo Honu Inn


465 Haili Street, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
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5 of 5 stars
South Holland
9 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

Family van Rijn, Netherlands Staying in this B&B during our round the world trip was simply great. After visiting Namibia, Thailand and Japan, this was like coming home, although we were at the other side of the world. We travelled with our kids of 7 and 9 and although their English is poor, the loved the attention of Bill and... more

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Gay Covington, owner

Our guests are what make this such a rewarding second career and when they come from all over the world it is even more exciting. Family van Rijn, you were delightful guests and we are glad that you took home happy memories of Hawaii. That is our goal for all of our guests, and, yes, we loved your kids! Thank...

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5 of 5 stars
Atlanta, GA
5 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

Hilo Honu Inn is the only place to stay for quality, convenience, and warm hospitality. Both Gay and Billy are professionals who welcome you into their home. The breakfasts are excellent and include that extra touch of island flair. The beds are very comfortable, and the showers will spoil you. Be sure to ask Gay about hula and be prepared... more

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5 of 5 stars
NYC
16 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We recently returned from a 2 1/2 week tour of Hawaii. We usually stay at B & B's but were unhappy with the B & B in Kona. We thought we would never stay at another B & B. Then we went to Hilo Honu Inn. I cannot thank our hosts enough for making this the best B & B... more

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5 of 5 stars
London, United Kingdom
5 Oct 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

The hosts are a lovely couple who were so friendly and helpful, they made our stay there all the more enjoyable. The house is a beautiful old building they have faithfully renovated and was a joy to stay in. It is like staying in a part of Hawaiian history. Breakfast was excellent - the scones were awesome! Staying here was... more

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5 of 5 stars
Redwood City, California
22 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Hilo Honu Inn for two nights in August 2009 while on our honeymoon in Hawaii. The Inn is beautiful, and we stayed in the Bali Hai suite. As others mentioned, the suite has a separate sitting area with a daybed and tv. The bathroom was also beautiful and had a rainfall shower. The breakfasts were incredible,... more

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5 of 5 stars
Helsinki
30 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2/3 found this review helpful

Me and my husband came to Hawaii for three weeks for our honeymoon all the way from Finland. It was our first trip to Hawaii and turned out to be the best vacation ever, as it should be. :) We stayed on three islands and all our accommodations were pretty good (thanks to tripadvisor through which we found them after... more

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3 of 5 stars
KY
18 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Family
1/3 found this review helpful

We stayed at this bed breakfast on the last evening of our 7 day family vacation. . I thought a bed & breakfast would be a nice change as well as a chance to see a little more of Hilo. After spending the day at the Kilauea Volcano area, we proceeded to Hilo and our bed & breakfast. With all... more

Management response from
Gay Covington, Owner

Hilo is not a "resort" town and we are not a beach hotel, nor would we want to be. We are an historic, landmark home in one of Hilo's most desireable neighborhoods located approx 7 blocks above Hilo Bay (not "2 miles from the ocean".) From the shoji lined tatami tearoom you have 270-degre views of Hilo Bay and a...

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5 of 5 stars
Richboro
2 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Family
1/2 found this review helpful

Mahalo, Gay and Billy, for the perfect B&B experience in Hilo. My husband, son and I finished our 10-day Hawaiian vacation with two nights at the Hilo Honu Inn. We had spent the first part of our vacation at the Mariott Resort & Spa in Waikiki and the Hilton Waikoloa Resort and the Hilo Hanu Inn did not disappoint. We... more

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5 of 5 stars
NC
17 Jul 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/2 found this review helpful

B&B in wonderfully restored 30s craftsman-style house on a hilltop overlooking residential Hilo and the ocean. Hosts and owners Gay and Billy made our stay feel like staying with old friends. Beautiful room, well appointed, very clean. Hosts had many recommendations for things to do plus lots of books and brochures available. Billy's breakfasts were absolutely out of this world... more

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5 of 5 stars
usa
5 Jul 2009 | Trip type: Business, Solo travel
1/1 found this review helpful

I recently stayed here for a night in the Samurai Suite. The hosts couldn't have been more gracious and the suite was gorgeous! Amazing views of Hilo with a bathroom to die for! Everything is newly remodeled and it's a great place to sleep to the Coqui frogs singing... Breakfast made me feel like a queen, literally. Fresh local fruit,... more

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465 Haili Street, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
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