Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn 131 Ka`iulani Street Hilo Hawaii 96720 USA http://hilo-hawaii.com Phone: +1-808-934-8002 Fax: +1-808-934-8002 Toll-free: +1-800-627-8447

General Information

Shipman House is uniquely "Old Hawaii"--location, architecture, furnishings, gardens, and hospitality. Huge guestrooms with free Internet. Five blocks to Historic Downtown Hilo's excellent restaurants and multicultural shops. Explore the property. Pick breakfast fruits. Count stars. Dance the hula. Feel the aloha!

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 219.00 and $ 249.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 219.00 and $ 249.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 35.00

Amenities

Meals

• A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 7:45 - 9:00 A.M.
• Breakfast is served in the on the verandah
• Additional food services included in room rate: Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: Gluten-free, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

Policies

• No minimum stay required
• Smoking is not allowed
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Limitations on children staying (Limited)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Bring your own)
• Deposit amount required (One night's deposit, 50% for longer stays, balance on arrival.)
• Closed: Dec. 20 - Jan. 2
• Check in time is 3pm and Check out time is 10am
• Cancellations:
  Refund less 5% for cancellation 2 weeks before reserved date. Within 2 weeks of reservation date, refund less 5% IF accommodation is rebooked.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Conde Nast Johansens
  • Destination Hilo
  • Hawaii Ecotourism Association
  • Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
  • Hawaiian Islands B&B Association
  • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian
• Built in 1899
• Opened for business in 1997
• Restored / Remodeled in 1996
• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
• Access for the disabled is limited
• Parking available (On-site, off-street parking for guests.)

Location

• Geographic region: Big Island-Hawaii Island
• Location is best described as: Countryside, Small town, Tropical
  
• Nearest major 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.
• Nearest major airport: ITO 4 miles
• Directions from airport:
  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.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Gary and Barbara Andersen
  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

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

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bird watching, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Picnicking, Birding, Hula Lessons, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming pool, Tennis courts