Hale Ho'onanea offers the hospitality of a bed and breakfast with the privacy of a vacation rental, in Kohala Estates on the beautiful Gold Coast of west Hawaii.

Kohala has both remote country charm and world class resorts with fine dining & unique shops.

We are surrounded in historical significance & natural treasures. The internationally famous Hapuna Beach is only 5 minutes south.

Hawaii has long been recognized as a romantic hideaway. Hale Ho'onanea Bed and Breakfast & Retreat is an ideal haven for honeymoons & anniversary celebrations.

Awaken to the music of singing birds with a serene sunrise over majestic Mauna Kea... restore your body, mind & soul.

As an alternative lodging to the mega resorts, homeowners, Bruce & Melanie offer their peaceful, quiet country estate. Located on 3 acres in Kohala Estates (only our PO box is located in Waimea/Kamuela) on the beautiful Gold Coast of west Hawaii, playground of ancient Hawaiian royalty. The Hawaiian translation of Ho'onanea means to pass the time in peace, ease & pleasure, to relax.

Guests, both kama'aina (local) & visitors alike can experience the tranquility of this healing retreat. Our bed & breakfast accommodations offer separate suites decorated with local art & casual comfort in mind. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and moonlight on the ocean from your own lanai. Our 900 foot elevation provides us with panoramic ocean views overlooking the Kohala Coast and temperatures a few degrees cooler than found at sea level, so we are naturally air cooled (no air conditioning). Our weather is usually warm & sunny.

• Curl up with a good book.
• Vacation at your own pace.
• Listen to the quiet at Hale Ho'onanea.
• Ponder the meaning of life under a canopy of stars.
• Whale watch; prime viewing season for humpback whale watching is December through March.
• Go within; listen to therapeutic Hawaiian music, relax with a movie. Many videos to choose from.

Sojourn to the tranquility of Hale Ho'onanea, House of Relaxation.

Voted by inn-goers in Arrington's Bed & Breakfast Journal's Book of Lists as one of the top 15 Bed and Breakfast/Inns with the most privacy.

Iku ka makemake e hele mai, hele no ma ka malo-'elo-'e!

If you wish to come, do not hesitate, for you are welcome!

Please ask about our special rates for Kama'aina, seniors, fire fighters, police, military, airline employees and extended stays.

Suites:

The Bamboo Suite:

The Bamboo Suite named for the bamboo floors on the living and kitchen areas, has a king bed, queen sofa sleeper, private bath, kitchenette, and your own lanai with sweeping ocean views. Amenities include satellite TV, VCR, high speed internet access for your laptop, book library, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, and refrigerator. Barbecue grill outside. Enjoy breakfast at your leisure with homemade breads, tropical fruits, nuts and 100% Kona coffee, served to your suite daily.

The Tranquility Suite:

The Tranquility Suite has a king bed, day bed with trundle which can convert from two twins to a double, private bath, kitchenette & your own lanai with ocean view. Amenities include satellite TV, VCR, high speed internet access for your laptop, book library, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven and refrigerator. Barbecue grill outside. Enjoy breakfast at your leisure with homemade breads, tropical fruits, nuts and Ohi'a Republic 100% Kona coffee, served to your suite daily.

The Palm Suite:

The Palm Suite has a queen bed, queen futon, private bath, kitchenette, private lanai, and shares a deck with your hosts. Amenities include satellite TV, VCR, high speed internet access for your laptop, book library, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven and refrigerator. Table top grill outside. Enjoy breakfast at your leisure with homemade breads, tropical fruits, nuts and Ohi'a Republic 100% Kona coffee, served to your suite daily.

Our Location:

We are located on the northwestern coast of the Big Island of Hawai'i. Our three acres are at 900 feet in elevation, which provides us with panoramic views of the coast and temperatures a few degrees cooler then those at sea level. We are between 10 and 25 minutes from most all the resorts on the Kohala Coast, and their very fine beaches. We are just north of Kawaihae, 25 minutes from both Hawi and Waimea (Kamuela); 45 minutes north of the Keahole Kona Airport and one hour from Kailua-Kona. Hilo is about 1.75 hours away. Volcanoes National Park is on almost the exact opposite side of the island - about 2.5 hours drive each way.

Activities:

One of the first things you discover as you leave the airport is the diverse climate our island has to offer. Of the 13 climates in the world, 11 can be found on Hawaii. From desert to rainforest with snow-capped mountains in between. Hawaii exhibits lush waterfalls, tropical rain forests, botanical gardens, an active volcano, black, green and white sand beaches.

Hale Ho’onanea Hawaii Accommodations is ideally located as a home base for exploring the Big Island. What makes the hot, sunny Kohala Coast so desirable is that it has pockets of development surrounded by tens of thousands of acres of open space. You are close to shopping and fine dining at 5 star resorts and casual local style cafes.

Hawaii Island offers a wealth of outdoor activities:

Water Sports:

Include swimming; Hapuna Beach (5 minutes from Hale Ho’onanea) is one of the finest white sand beaches in the world (top ten by Conde Nast); kayaking, whale watching, sun bathing, snorkel / scuba diving, surfing, fishing, canoe races, wind surfing, water skiing, parasailing, yachting or just communing with the dolphins, tropical fish, turtles, moray eels and manta rays.

Annual Cultural Festivals:

Take place throughout the year. Waiki’I Music festival, Aloha Parade & festival, Kona Coffee festival, Cherry Blossom festival, International Film festival, Merrie Monarch Hula festival, Slack Key festival, Old Hawaii On Horseback festival, Kindy Sproat Falsetto Contest, Native American Pow Wow festival, Christmas Parade & festival are just a few festivals that celebrate our ethnic diversity.

Historic Landmarks:

Tour ancient Hawaiian historic landmarks, from the Queen’s Bath & royal fish ponds to the original King Kamehamaha statue and sacred Waipi’o Valley. Kona is home to Hulihe’e Palace. Or Lapakahi, an ancient healing village and Mahukona. For spiritual enlightenment visit Mo’ohina Heiau, the oldest temple of worship; or Pu’ukohola Heiau, built by Kamehamaha in 1791 in honor of the war god Kuka’ilimoku. This heiau served as a sacrificial temple. Pu’uhonua O Honaunau, Place of Refuge was a religious sanctuary for warriors & kapu (taboo) breakers. There are many, many more historic landmarks indicated by the HVCB signs along the roadside.

Hawi & Kapaau:

Located 20 minutes north are the old Hawaii Plantation towns that are working to preserve their rich history & unique character. Go to where the road ends for a fabulous view of Pololu Valley. Or hike down to the ocean & valley entrance. There are numerous trails & nature parks on the island. Ala Kahakai Trail, Trail By Sea, goes around the island for over 200 miles. From Upolu Point to Volcanoes National Park there are trails that lead to ancient petroglyphs.

Waimea (Kamuela):

A 20 minute drive up the mountain, is Paniolo (Cowboy) country yet very cosmopolitan. You will find in this cattle town not only cowboys and ranchers, but farmers, educators, astronomers, museums, galleries & theatres. From Waimea Town head up to the Visitor’s Center Observatory on Mauna Kea for an awe inspiring view of the heavens. Waimea has a rich history with regards to WWII. At the time the town consisted of 300 farmers & ranchers. Then 50,000 Marines arrived for combat training. Waimea townspeople welcomed these young soldiers into their ohana (family) knowing for many they faced death on the battlefield. Our seniors bring history out of the books & into real life when you ‘talk story’ with them. Waimea is also very progressive with regards to our new ‘state of the art’ community hospital. Here western medical technology works hand in hand with Chinese & Hawaiian herbs, acupuncture, massage, visual art & music therapies. This is truly the healing island.

Athletic Competitions:

Our island is also home to athletic competitions. Local sports include hockey, soccer, baseball, basketball, volley ball, tennis, rodeo competitions & polo matches. International sports include golf, Senior Skins & PGA Tournament; Iron Man & Ultra Man.

Don’t forget to visit Madame Pele at Kilauea Volcano!

P.S. Volunteer firefighters, Bruce & Melanie, ask your kokua (help) in preventing brush fires by respecting the aina (land) and disposing of cigarettes properly. Mahalo!

Have a great journey exploring the remote country charm of Hawaii Island.

Directions:

From Kona Airport:

• Turn left onto Queen Kaahumanu Hwy (route 19) heading north.
• Go approximately 30 miles to stop sign.
• Turn left at stop sign and head toward Kawaihae.
• Veer right at the real estate sales office following the signs to Mahukona and Hawi (route 270).
• Another 2 miles north at mile marker #6 turn right onto Ala Kahua Drive and proceed uphill.
• Our blue houses with brown trim are approximately 1.6 miles up the hill on the left side, look for the 2 white marble pillars and Hale Ho'onanea sign at our driveway entrance.
• We are the third house from the top.

From Hilo Airport:

• From Hilo Airport, turn right onto Hwy 11 heading northeast.
• Turn left at stop light onto Highway 19 (Kalanianaole Avenue). Follow signs to Hamakua/Honoka’a/Waimea.
• Follow the highway out of Hilo through the Hamakua Coast, past Honoka’a to Waimea.
• At the third stop light turn right (there will be a Shell gas station on your right), and follow Highway 19 as it continues to Kawaihae.
• As you come into Kawaihae, veer right at the real estate sales office following the signs to Mahukona and Hawi (route 270).
• Another 2 miles north at mile marker #6 turn right onto Ala Kahua Drive and proceed uphill.
• Our blue houses with brown trim are approximately 1.6 miles up the hill on the left side, look for the 2 white marble pillars and Hale Ho'onanea sign at our driveway entrance.
• We are the third house from the top.