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Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn

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  • Hilo Hawaii bed and breakfast, Shipman House Bed & Breakfast is on historic Reed's Island in Hilo, on Hawaii Island, the Big Island of Hawaii. Near waterfalls and volcano.

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  • Inn Details

    Historic family estate with huge comfortable guestrooms, private modern baths, free WiFi. Famous breakfast buffet with fresh tropical fruits. Hosts with extensive knowledge of the area are happy to help you plan the most for your visit. Near town, volcanoes, snorkeling, waterfalls. Learn a hula; explore our five lush tropical acres.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    A Shipman great-granddaughter, born in Hilo, Barbara experiments with local foods and flavors, and paints in her spare time. Gary, from the San Francisco Bay Area, plays soccer, and would like to hunt and fish more.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Best Breakfast Fruits

    • Best Restaurant & Sightseeing Advice

    • Bringing History Alive

    • Extensive Grounds and Plantings

    • Private Parking Area

    • Walk Downtown

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    Other Amenities:

    • Free Internet Wireless

    • Fresh Flowers

    • Hula Lesson

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    Nightly Rate

    $219 - $249

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm    Check out: 10am

    • Minimum stay: 2-night minimum unless a single night is available between other bookings.

    • Deposit amount required: One night's deposit, 50% for longer stays, balance on arrival.

    • Cancellations: Refund less 5% for cancellation 2 weeks before reserved date. Within 2 weeks of reservation date, refund less 5% IF accommodation is rebooked.

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Limited

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Stays of 7 or more nights in same room
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 7

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental Plus

    • Time Served: 7:45 - 9:00 A.M.

    • Serving location: on the verandah

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Gluten-free

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  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Small town

    • Tropical

    City

    • Hilo

    • Directions to property:
      From Hwy 19 in Hilo, turn up Waianuenue Ave. Turn right at 3rd light onto Kaiulani St. First house on left after wooden bridge.

    Airport

    • Hilo, Hawaii (Big) Island, HI (ITO) 4 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Hilo International: Turn right at light onto Hwy. 11, then left at next light onto Hwy. 19. Going north, turn left at 3rd light onto Waianuenue Ave. Go to 3rd light, turn right onto Kaiulani St. Cross wood bridge--we are first house on left.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Waterfalls

    • Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

    • Farmers' Market

    • Orchid Nurseries

    • Surf Beach

    • Botanical Gardens

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bird watching

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Whale Watching

    • Picnicking

    • Birding

    • Hula Lessons

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

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    A must stay if you are in the Hilo Hawaii area!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Wonderful owners with a personal interest in your visit. The breakfast was superb! We would recommend this B&B without reservation. The island is a great destination but it was made more wonderful by the chance to stay at this B&B. Thanks Barbara and Gary. We will be back.

    richardson beach and hilo too

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    comfortable, aesthetic room with lots of light and pleasant breezes; great breakfasts, friendly hosts; and cool landscaping.

    Historic B&B with charming hosts!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Barbara and Gary are charming hosts. The Inn is a historic building in Hilo located with easy access to everywhere on the Island. The breakfast was authentic Hawaiian with nearly all items from their property. The hosts were part of breakfast to share information and their hospitality, which was enjoyable. The only thing that wasn't good was the WIFI, which is their ISP. ATT 3G service was available but also not consistent.

    A breakfast to die for!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We spent two nights at this lovely B and B. Our room was not in the main house but was perfect for our needs...very comfortable. The view from the side porch of Hilo Bay was a delight...next time we will select the room with that view! The breakfast was terrific with a wide variety of tropical fruits mostly grown by Gary and Barbara. Gary's passion fruit butter and and Barbara's macadenia granola were just delicious....not to mention the Shipman sunrise smoothie! We would highly receommend this B and B.

    Very nice B&B

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Very nice B&B; brkfst was terrific w/local food; wish the bed was a king w/memory foam but slept fairly well; love the open window/screens/muslin curtains/breeze; quite expensive, though.

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