I like Uncle Billy's in Hilo much more, but for Kailua-Kona, this place was really the best value. It was the only place we found for under $80 in town while we were there. For that price, you get central A/C, a fridge, a swimming pool, and a free continental breakfast that included muffins, fresh papaya and pineapple, juice and... more

Really you've no choice in Kona when you arrive ... if you search a good price, it's uncle Billys... as at Hilo, on the other side of the island. A bit more expensive ( $79) but when there is an event... business is business, the rate is $99 plus taxes. Pleasent room, no free wifi, breakfast inclused, swimming pool when... more

After reading reviews, we looked forward to our stay. We reserved a 4th floor room overlooking the ocean. Upon arrival, we were greeted with little enthusiasm and was told that there would be a $40 deposit required to cover "losses" that may occur. The hotel lobby was a little worn but clean. We took the rickety elevator to our room.... more

I stayed in this hotel three nights. I was too tired to look for something else. Besides I knew I would spend all my time out at the beach. It was dirty and stinky. I have no idea what the cleaning service does every morning but I'm sure it's not cleaning. The shower curtain was smelling so bad that it... more

My husband and I were married 3 years ago, and stayed at Uncle Billy's. We have been there 4 times prior and have loved everything. Clean rooms, very friendly staff great location for the beach and shopping. I won't stay anywhere else. more

Had read of Uncle Billy"s from frommers Travel Book and also saw it in the internet, but wasnt sure if it would please us.. But at the airport at tourist information the receptionist gave us a brochure with a discoun[ not many budget hotels were available At Hilo we visited the Uncle Billy"s Hotel and was surprised at the standard... more

Made reservation in person at the front desk. Asked to see a room. Went to look at it (1e floor) and it smelled kinda mildewy. Went back to front desk and told her what I found. She offered an upgraded room on the 4th floor for the same price. Went and looked. Smelled fine, had nice beds and an open... more

Stayed there before, so we knew what to expect. $100 does not take you very far on the Big Island, so Uncle Billy's rather evokes a mainland roadside motel atmosphere than Hawai'i resort luxury. But the location makes it all worth while, we had a superior room on the third floor, nice view and everything in Kona within walking distance.... more

My sister and I decided to stay at Uncle Billy's Kona Hotel after we were advised by a traveling nurse, who had stayed there, that it was a clean place but nothing fancy. We had the last room on the top floor to the right. The first night, the bathroom smelled of urine but was cleaned every day after check... more