Hamakua Guesthouse

Liked the location, breakfast was awesome

The room was too small for 4 people. Thought also that it was not very good value for a shared guesthouse when compare with other hotels in Hilo.

Was staying for two nights and really enjoyed the house being located in the midst of the nature. While I am not a fan of shared bathrooms I have to admit that they were really clean. Communication was excellent and I had absolutly no issues getting there. I arrived after sunset and left right after sunrise and enjoyed the view from the outdoor bathroom in the morning. I did not use the facilities (citchens and grill) - however, they appeared to be clean and well maintained. Took the chance for a bath at the waterfall before driving over to Ed's Bakery to make use of the breakfast voucher. Comment: road access to Kolekole Beach Park seems to be closed for 6 years now. While I was there for Geocaching they park itself has started to decay. I liked to spot itself but I would not refer as a place to go - alternativly Akaka falls are a much better recommendation

The location was great, between rain forest and nature. Indications of how to get there were sent to us prior to our arrival so we could find the place with no issues.

Even though the owner was there when we got there, nothing was said to us -not even hello. We were missing towels and vouchers for breakfast and we had to ask for them. Not sure I would come back.

it has an organic, coop feel that I liked. had friendly interactions with the other guests. prepped a yummy meal in the kitchen. good food storage options.

> the property is off-grid, so when the battery died early in the night, my CPAP shut-off, and I slept poorly the rest of the night. > no mention or warning about the several cats, at least one of whom was comfy enough to try to get on my lap, and at another point went for my breakfast bowl. for someone allergic to cats (thankfully not me), I would think it’s an impossible situation. > my kids would’ve liked to watch a little TV at night, but the House Manager had set up “residence” downstairs when we arrived. it felt like we were intruding. > comp breakfast was “okay,” but nothing to write home about.

There are a lot of positives about this place: well-maintained, pretty, isolated property, our bedroom was very nice, and there's a wonderful folder in the room with a detailed list of the property itself, nearby communities, and things to do. But trying to communicate with the property was a disaster. Myself and other guests couldn't get in contact with anyone before arriving, and some guests just had to wait in the common room before they could access the room code. Additionally, there are laminated signs literally EVERYWHERE, instructing guests on what to and not to do (it's very preschool). And lastly, while houseguests are admonished to be quiet as a mouse after 9 p.m., that doesn't go for the staff downstairs, who party the night away. Micromanaging of guests and mismanagement by employees isn't a great combo. Maybe we caught them on a bad couple days.

This is a great property that is pretty well maintained with views of the ocean. This property does not have a host on site, but the check in process (via Booking.com for me) was simple and easy. I stayed in the house section and it was wonderful. Great kitchen with very high quality cookware and stove. Note: there are no appliances (microwave, toaster) as the property runs on solar (or at times a generator).

Walls are a bit thin, so if you have loud guests you are going to hear them. A small annoyance: the compost bin was dumped regularly and overflowed. The fridge was a bit grimy as well.

Beautiful place. The manager (owners?) were never around, and it would have been nice to get some local perspective on things. Noisy guests with big feet also problematic!

The road to guesthouse had several pot holes so very hard to drive especially at night Steep narrow stairs to room and loft. Carrying luggage up stairs was hard Small living and kitchen space and shared washroom with several guests

Super cute place off the beaten path. Had lovely common spaces, cute cats, sweet private waterfall. Room was a good size. Love that it was completely off grid. Great breakfast included at the local bakery.

Road options to the guesthouse aren't amazing. You will want an SUV, since the potholes might eat a smaller car.