Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn - Hilo B and B
- Address: 131 Kaiulani St, Hilo, HI 96720
- Phone: +1 808 934 8002
- Email: innkeeper@hilo-hawaii.com
- Website:www.hilo-hawaii.com
| Average Rating |
4.5
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74+ reviews from 4 sources |
|---|---|---|
| BedAndBreakfast.com | 5.0 |
19+ reviews |
| TripAdvisor | 4.5 |
46+ reviews |
| Fodor's | 4.5 |
6+ reviews |
| Yahoo! Travel | 4.0 |
3+ reviews |
Estimated Price: From $190
Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn
131 Kaiulani StHilo, HI 96720
Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn Details
We Recommend Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn Because
- "I completely agree with the previous reviewer - - I stayed at the shipman house during a tour of the big island and it was by" more on Yahoo! Travel
- "are wonderful hosts - - welcoming, friendly, ready with directions, recommendations, and advice, yet never overbearing or overta" more on TripAdvisor
- "immaculately maintained bed and breakfast is sure to please any discerning traveler" more on Fodor's
- "shipman house is on both the national and state registers of historic places." more on OpenList.com
- "br / br br / just a fantastic experience in a wonderful setting with a gracious host" more on Yahoo! Travel
Full Amenity List
- Concierge desk
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Free newspaper
- Fire alarm
- Refrigerator
- Non-smoking
- Children not allowed
- Refrigerator
- Gift/News stand
- Complimentary coffee in lobby
- Iron
Descriptions from Across the Web
- This is an unusual bed and breakfast; it offers visitors a feel for old-world Hawaii. The house, built in 1899 on a fifth-generation family estate, is listed on the National Register. Considered by some to be Hilo's best accommodations, it is situated on a five-acre tropical garden that boasts it... more on Yahoo! Travel
- You'll have a choice between three rooms in the "castle" -- the turreted main house dating from 1899 -- or two rooms in a separate cottage. The B&B is on 5 1/2 verdant acres on Reed's Island; the house is furnished with antique koa and period pieces, some dating from the days when Queen Lili'uoka... more on Fodor's
- A short drive to Volcano, Shipman House is uniquely "Old Hawaii"--location, architecture, furnishings, gardens and hospitality. Huge guestrooms with free Internet. Helpful local advice. Five blocks to Historic Hilo's museums, restaurants and multicultural shops. ... more on BedAndBreakfast.com
- Description :Intimate Bed & Breakfast Inn housed in 1899 Victorian dating from 1899; on 5.5 acres of park like setting, 5 blks from downtown.;Professional Review :Located on 5 1/2 acres against a steep ravine and one-half mile from the waterfront, this well-run boutique operation is Hilo's most h... more on ProfessionalTravelGuide.com
- The Shipman House Bed and Breakfast Inn, in Hilo, is a 2 star budget b&b. Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "great". The hotel is recommended by seasoned travelers, who rate it 5 stars. The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Kaikodo . Also nearby: Fiasco's Waiakea Square War... more on OpenList.com
Reviews From Across The Web read all
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5.0
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Historical elegance
(November 05, 2011 00:00)
The Shipman House is located on an quiet island that is minutes away by foot from downtown Hilo; a perfect base to explore old Hawaii and decompress from the hectic pace of modern life.
Lovely grounds and gardens. The historical Victorian mansion has been meticulously r... By A Yahoo! User from San Jose, CA, a user of Yahoo! Travel. Read full review on Yahoo! Travel -
5.0 -
A peice of Heaven right here on Earth!
Having never been to the Hawaiian Islands before with little knowledge of where to stay or what to see, I can assure you our stay at the Shipman House ended up being the highlight of our Honeymoon without a doubt. The pictures of the Shipman House are indeed beautiful, but I cannot say enough on ... Courtney02, a user of Tripadvisor. Read full review on TripAdvisor
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The Real Hawaii - Not a Tourist Trap
Our travel agent tried to send us to one of the man-made resorts but we wanted to see the Hawaii of old. We chose this on our own and were very pleased. We ate breakfast on the porch overlooking Hilo Bay. Barbara and Gary were great with advice on the best places to go and eat. We saw parts of th... Katherine, a user of fodors.com. Read full review on Fodor's
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A Romantic Birthday Weekend
(May 05, 2008 00:00)
What a wonderful surprise when I arrived at the Shipman House. I had no idea where my husband was taking me for my birthday weekend, as we departed Honolulu on Hawaiian Airlines. I was thrilled to be in such a historic and gracious home. The house was immaculate, the furnishings historic and inte... a user of bedandbreakfast.com. Read full review on BedAndBreakfast.com
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This beautifully restored house was built in 1899. It was home to one of the island's most distinguished families who claimed among their guests Jack ... gayot.com, a user of gayot.com. Read full review on OpenList.com
Other Web Resources
- Read more about Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn on Yahoo! Travel
- www.hilo-hawaii.com
Plan a trip
Frequent Flier Miles & Points Cash Converter
Source: BedAndBreakfast.com
| Nearby Hotels | Distance |
|---|---|
| Dolphin Bay Hotel | 2.7 Mi |
| Waterfalls Inn B%B | 2.9 Mi |
| Hilo Hawaiian Hotel | 1.3 Mi |
| Hale Kai | 1.6 Mi |
| Hilo Honu Inn | 2.8 Mi |
| Emeraldview Guesthouse | 2.8 Mi |
| Nearby Restaurants | Distance |
|---|---|
| Restaurant Kaikodo | 2.7 Mi |
| Naung Mai Thai Kitchen | 2.7 Mi |
| Two Ladies Kitchen | 2.4 Mi |
| Cafe Pesto | 1.1 Mi |
| Nori's Saimin & Snacks | 2.3 Mi |
| Puka Puka Kitchen | 2.6 Mi |
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