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Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast

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Terrace/patio
Pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Wake up to an oceanfront view in the Aloha Suite at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast, where you can watch whales from the lanai. With a queen size bed and futon in The Turtle Room, plus a king size bed in The Aloha Room with cable TV and DVD players, this two bedroom suite is perfect for 2-4 travelers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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About the area

Located in Keaau, this bed & breakfast is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Hilo Municipal Golf Course and Regal Prince Kuhio are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hobby Garden Hawaii and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Hilo Coffee Mill and University of Hawaii at Hilo Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Keaau, HI

What's nearby

  • University of Hawaii at Hilo - 33 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Coconut Island Park - 37 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Port of Hilo - 37 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Ha'ena Beach - 42 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Carlsmith Beach Park - 42 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Countryside Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Poppy - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo’s Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Peppercorn Spice House - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast

Bed & breakfast on the waterfront
Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast provides amenities, such as free breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Outdoor lighting, fridges and microwaves

Property manager

Erich and Suzy Zipse

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

More

  • Note from host: We are a no smoking property with a $200 fine
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
We also have a 2 bedroom suite and a studio.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We are a no smoking property with a $200 fine

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We also have a 2 bedroom suite and a studio.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-081-449-6256-01, GE-081-449-6256-01
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Aloha Suite
Ala Kai Bed Breakfast Aloha Suite
1398

Frequently asked questions

Is Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast located?

Located in the heart of Keaau, this bed & breakfast is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Hobby Garden Hawaii and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pahoa Museum and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) away.

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Aloha Suite: Watch Whales, Breakfast included at Ala Kai Bed and Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious 2 bedroom B and B

Very private spacious accommodations with a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellant Stay

My Stay was beyond excellant. Everything was perfect. You will not go wrong staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerielle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven in Hilo

This is a perfect location to center your activities for exploring the east side of the Big Island. Just down the road from Hilo and Pahoa, great beaches to explore. Quick trip to Volcano for hiking and crater viewing. Pool is a plus after a long day out and about. Beds comfortable. Hosts helpful at all times. We thoroughly enjoyed out stay and would not hesitate to return if lucky enough to be in the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Don L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southeast Big Island getaway

Erich and Susie are gracious hosts. Their property is spacious and clean, and the shared lanai has shade, comfortable seating and ocean views. The location is great, both Hilo and sights north and Volcano and sights south are readily accessible. Pahoa is near with a funky vibe and some fine restaurants. This area is very relaxing and laid back, particularly compared to Kona side. Erich and Susie provide a great base for east side explorations.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cameron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rainy stay

Thanks to Erich and Suzy for making our short stay as cozy as possible and helping us figure out plans. Between plane delays and terribly rainy weather, our volcano visit was mostly a washout. But the rooms were very cute, the nice big bathroom was helpful to have with all 4 of us, and the breakfast was delish. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat

We had a truly lovely time at this off the beaten path B&B. Our family of three stayed in their 2 room suite. The rooms were basic but clean and comfortable. The highlight was breakfast on the lanai looking out over the sea cliffs. We even saw a group of whales breach on our last morning. The hosts are friendly and have good insight into the area. They kindly tolerated our rambunctious and chatty 4 year old's obsession with their cat. Would highly recommend this spot if you're looking for something out of the hustle of town with easy access to all of the east side of the island's attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This was our first trip to the Big Island, and we wanted to begin with a visit to Volcano National Park, along with some local beaches and attractions. This location is in great proximity to both. It is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, which makes it great for walks in the morning, and a peaceful surrounding altogether. It also makes for a longer drive to restaurants in town. We were so beat from our daily adventures, that we were happy to either eat early before returning, or pick up something to eat at the B&B. The view from the lanai is lovely, and we enjoyed eating our meals there. A nice breakfast is served daily, and the hosts are friendly and are happy to give advice on the area if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

clair b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Genuine Hawaii

If you are looking for a cookie cutter “beach” Hawaii experience keep on scrolling, but if you want a genuine Hawaiian experience being surrounded by tropical greenery, the sound of the ocean, and tranquility - then this is for you! The perfect location at the end of a road, a beautiful balcony to sip coffee (or wine) and watch the whales breaching, a short drive to Hilo (which is a tropical paradise that is not overrun by tourists), and easy access to the volcano (a beautiful 45 min drive). The hosts are fantastic - helpful yet respectful of your space. The accommodations are extremely clean, and the breakfast delightful. I suspect I will be back :) thank you for a perfect getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and tranquil

Great location to enjoy Hilo and Volcano National Park. Lives up to the B&B experience. Great breakfast staged with amazing viof the ocean and distant slopes of the volcano. The breakfast was served with fruits and baked goods from local markets. The location provided a quiet, tranquil, relaxing environment to reset. The kids enjoyed the pool and the views from the lanai were spectacular. As mentioned in other posts, there isn't a place to cook dinner so guests must plan to have lunch and dinner out. The closest restaurants are 15 to 20 minutes away. There is a small refrigerator and microwave for your convenience. Overall, an awesome experience I will likely experience again. Thanks for being gracious hosts and providing a wonderful place to enjoy the island. We thourghally enjoyed the morning coffee, discussions, and the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie C., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilo Bliss

I am so glad we decided to spend a few nights on the Hilo side of the island to finish out our Big Island adventure. Hilo is underrated – you must visit! Ala Kai B&B was a lucky choice, we loved everything about staying here and really wish we could have stayed longer. Erich and Suzy were lovely and gracious hosts with excellent advice. And their curious cat is adorable. Our rooms were fantastic and spacious, and the beds were quite comfortable. We slept with the windows open but there is AC if you want it. Note that the coqui frogs are very loud, but we got used to them after the first night (and I miss them now). The lanai is peaceful and refreshing and the pool is perfect to end the day. There is fruit on the property that they share for breakfast (depending on what is ripe). I really miss this place and the ONLY negative I have is that our stay was too short! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

roger

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful days in Hawaiian Paradise

We startet every morning with excellent breakfast on the lanai watching the smooth and sparkling movements of the ocean, perfect! Erich was himself so passionate about the island and gave us amazing tipps what to do, where to eat, etc. Our late check-in also was well organized. We enjoyed our stay a lot and can highly recommend the Aloha suite...
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friendly stay near Hilo.

The owners are very friendly and helpful. We didn't realize it didn't have a kitchen in the rooms we rented, but it worked out fine with assistance with barbecue and clean up from owners. We also got very useful sightseeing suggestions from them. It's a nice property. Liked the town of Pahoa nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The place was beautiful-good location, good hosts-and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host family is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021