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The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls
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  • Inn Details

    Kulaniapia is situated on 22 lush tropical acres. Enjoy our private 120 ft. waterfall just 15 minutes from downtown Hilo. Enjoy Kulaniapia Falls, or stroll along the powerfull Waiau River to the Bamboo Garden and enjoy a pavillion that cantelevers over the river with views of our triple tiered waterfalls. Built specifically as a country Inn, our guest enjoy seperate entrances to their guest rooms, comfortable sitting areas, private balconies that overlook the ocean and our waterfall and private baths entirely finished in Itallian marble. Our rate includes a full breakfast with eggs cooked to order, fresh tropical fruits, breads, cheeses, juice, and plenty of our own brand of "Hilo Side" coffee.

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    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Country Inn

    • Working Ranch

    Property Noted For:

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Desk

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wet bar

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  • Deluxe Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: after 2:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Deposit amount required: 50% in advance to hold your room. Balance to be paid upon arrival

    • Cancellations: deposit refunded if reservation canceled 2 weeks prior to your stay

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 am to 9:00 am.

    • Serving location: on the large lanai that overlooks our waterfall, Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Island

    City

    • Kailua-Kona

    • Distance to city: 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Directions From the Hilo Airport – Turn right at the first traffic light after leaving the airport (highway 11). Turn left at the next traffic light (kamehameha Ave). Continue Through downtown to the last traffic light (Wainuenue) and turn left. Go one block and turn right at the next street (Keawe). Go over the bridge and turn left (Ohai). Continue one block to the stop sign. From this point it is four miles to the Inn. After the stop sign continue 1 mile to the next paved road and make a left (Maikalani). Continue on Maikalani 1 mile to the Kulaniapia sign. At this point the road goes up through the middle of 2000 acres of Macadamia Nut trees. Follow the signage to the Inn. There are no street lights from the stop sign to the Inn (4 miles), so if at all possible, it would be best to arrive during daylight hours on your first visit. From Hamakua (highway 19) – Exit into Hilo at the sign. You will be on Wainuenue. Go one block to Keawe and turn right. Follow directions as above to the Inn.

    Airport

    • Hilo, Hawaii (Big) Island, HI (ITO) 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Directions From the Hilo Airport – Turn right at the first traffic light after leaving the airport (highway 11). Turn left at the next traffic light (kamehameha Ave). Continue Through downtown to the last traffic light (Wainuenue) and turn left. Go one block and turn right at the next street (Keawe). Go over the bridge and turn left (Ohai). Continue one block to the stop sign. From this point it is four miles to the Inn. After the stop sign continue 1 mile to the next paved road and make a left (Maikalani). Continue on Maikalani 1 mile to the Kulaniapia sign. At this point the road goes up through the middle of 2000 acres of Macadamia Nut trees. Follow the signage to the Inn. There are no street lights from the stop sign to the Inn (4 miles), so if at all possible, it would be best to arrive during daylight hours on your first visit. From Hamakua (highway 19) – Exit into Hilo at the sign. You will be on Wainuenue. Go one block to Keawe and turn right. Follow directions as above to the Inn.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • world class botanical gardens

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Ruins

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Hiking trails

    • walking trails along river

    • working mac - nut farm

    • bamboo garden and 3 more waterfalls

    • swimming in pond below our 120 ft waterfall

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

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    Best waterfall and breakfast experience in hawaii

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The only place to sty if you are going to Hilo. A true Hawaiian experience from the time you drive through the macadamia nut trees to get to your room. Waking up to the sights and sounds of a waterfall while eating a Mac nut waffle and chatting with the sweet innkeeper. Clean rooms. Accommodating staff. Will definitely go back.

    Beautiful place, would recommend it to everybody

    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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    We stayed here for two nights. Beautiful and peaceful place. The room and bed is very comfortable and breakfast was awesome. Thanks to Leah and Jasmine for hosting it. Hope to come back sometimes.

    Best B&B

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Overall best B&B in Hilo, might even say in all of Hawai'i! Stunnin views over the waterfall!

    See Waterfall from bedroom balcony

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The VIEW of a waterfall from bedroom balcony far surpassed anything I've ever seen from my room ! Seeing up close That beautiful waterfall sight and listening to the rushing water sound made it all worthwhile !! The satin sheets were very cozy, and yes, I'd love to know where to buy them. Folks were friendly, and Coco Channel, the poodle, was beautifully groomed. The only suggestion I have, is to re-write the directions to find your place. Please include exact miles between turns instead of saying, go straight at stop sign..etc.... very confusing directions and hard to navigate on narrow winding road when oncoming vehicle approaches and there is no shoulder to pull out on in many parts of narrow road/pathway. Our GPS even had trouble navigating, as there was no exact street address to enter the system, so we could not find it via GPS. Other than that, we celebrated both of our birthdays and anniversary all at the same time at your B&B. Lea was very friendly and a great cook.

    Great Hilo area stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    The Inn is tucked away in a beautiful area and very close to Downtown Hilo. The breakfast was very good and the grounds were wonderful. I would definitely stay here again. No complaints.

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