Hilo Honu Inn

The Hilo Honu Inn is located in one of Hilo's most prestigious downtown neighborhoods within walking distance to many local restaurants and attractions. The house is a large craftsman style home which has just undergone a major renovation... more

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"Great Stay in Hilo" 9/18/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

The Inn beautiful, and the rooms are very well done and comfortable. The innkeepers were wonderful hosts and went above and beyond to make our stay pleasant. read more


"My First B&B Experience....WOW!!!" 8/23/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

Folks, when you come to Hilo, this is the only place you should stay. Hilo Honu Inn is your home away from home...comfortable, warm and friendly. It was like a spa...I have never felt more relaxed...and I was worried because this was my first... read more


"A wonderful 3 night stay" 6/12/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

We visited the Hilo Honu Inn as part of the “Perfect 3-Way Stay” package. While it was not our first time on the Big Island it was our first using B&B’s. We were looking for a local experience with good conversation. Gay and Bill were just such... read more


"Distinctive architecture, immaculate great breakfast" 6/4/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Gay and Billy, the innkeepers, offer a rare setting atop Hilo, with spectacular views, lots of helpful advice about local attractions, and amazingly good breakfast. read more


"Home away from home!" 6/2/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Hilo Honu is a haven for the tired traveler. The breakfast is superb. Smoothies, waffles with strawberries and whipped cream, local fruits and great coffee. Easy to find for the tired traveler and close to Hilo town. So very quiet at night! You... read more


"Great Find in Hilo" 3/15/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We stayed here for three nights and were very pleased with the accommodations and the breakfasts. Bill and Gay take great interest in their guests and in their B&B. The rooms were clean and had all the amenities necessary for a pleasant stay.... read more


"Total Aloha Experience!" 11/11/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

The Hilo Honu inn was great! The innkeepers were very hospitable and fantastic. They are very warm and giving and made our trip to Hilo special. They showed the true Aloha Spirit! read more


"Spectacular Panoramic Perch" 7/16/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Nestled on a residential hilltop, Hilo Honu Inn provides a welcome retreat after busy days of island exploration. Gourmet breakfasts, gracious hosts & superb decor all make this inn most memorable.

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"A slice of Paradise" 7/2/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Upon arriving, my wife and I were struck by how well kept the outside and inside of this beautiful house was. We arrived on a Tuesday and left on Thursday morning feeling like we were leaving our own house. Bill & Gay were the most pleasent and... read more


"wonderful experience" 6/17/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

spacious samurai suite with a large stone tub, a gorgeous view from a sun nuts. Gay and Bill were friendly and offered great suggestions for both dining and recreation. the inn was beautifully furnished and clean. and breakfast was delicious. our... read more


"An Extraordinary Find in Hilo" 1/13/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

We are now back in Washington, DC, and are going through all the usual piles of mail, phone calls, and e-mails, but it is all manageable because we are still dreaming of the BEAUTIFUL B&B we found by pure luck in Hilo, Hawaii.  Truly, of... read more


"Hilo Highlight" 9/5/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

Staying at the Hilo Honu Inn was definitely one of the highlights of our stay. Gay and Bill were gracious hosts. Their Inn is beautiful. Both love the Hilo area and are well versed about sight seeing, dining and shopping. The gourmet breakfast was... read more


"Gracious goodness" 7/8/2007
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Stayed On: 6/2007

The innkeepers, Gay and Billy, are extremely knowledgeable and think of all the wonderful little touches -- like telling the secret of choosing a ripe mango and knowing it is prudent to take umbrellas for a hike, even when it is sunny.

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"A Gem in Hilo!" 4/6/2007
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Stayed On: 3/2007

We had an extra day in Hilo before we flew out for the mainland and decided to try a B&B. Our stay could not have been better. The Innkeepers were friendly and personable and recommended a great local place for Asian food. The suite was perfect... read more


"They treated us like family" 1/15/2007
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Stayed On: 1/2007

They treated us like family and the home was clean and beautiful. Gourmet breakfast to top it off, what else can I say. i will be back!!

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Hilo Honu Inn Bed and Breakfast
Hilo Honu Inn, Hilo, HI - Inn
Hilo Honu Inn
465 Haili Street
Hilo, HI 96720
USA
Phone: +1-808-935-4325
Fax: +1-808-935-4325
Cellular: +1-808-756-7473
Innkeeper(s)
Gay Covington
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$140 - $250
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The Samurai Suite is two guestrooms with a large marble bath equipped with 2-person soaking tub.  The master bedroom is an original 10-tatami mat Japanese tearoom with kingsize bed.  The second bedroom has 2 twin beds.  Both bedrooms has exceptional Hilo Bay views.  Watch the cruise ships arrive when you awake or look out over the city lights of Hilo as you retire for the evening.The Bali Hai Suite is very tropical in feeling and consists of the bedroom and a sitting room which can accomodate a total of three guests. Look out at the garden from a comfortable window seat.  The private bath features a spa shower.
The Honu's Nest bath has a mosaic tile spa shower and continues the ocean theme of this room which has a garden view.  The queen size bed is fitted with Polo linens.Breakfast is served in the large living room/dining room and consists of fresh fruit from the Farmers Market, fresh baked goodies from our kitchen, tropical fruit smoothies and genuine Kona coffee.  Served buffet style between 7:30 and 9:00 AM.