The Hamakua House is a rustic guesthouse located on the south end of Hawaii's breathtaking Hamakua Coast. Our accommodations include Bed and Breakfast Rooms, Outdoor Camping Cabanas, Private Cabins, and an Outdoor "hostel style" Dorm. The Hamakua Guesthouse and Camping Cabanas is made up of two neighboring properties. The first offers panoramic ocean views, while the second borders the stunning Kapehu river. The two properties are located across the street from each other and all property amenities are available to all guests.
We pride ourselves on being an off-the-grid accommodation. Being off-the-grid means that we get our electricity from the sun and our water is collected from the rain. We are not connected to the island's grid power system. Our solar panels charge a large bank of deep cycle batteries daily in order for us to have power around the clock. Our region is the perfect place to go off-the-grid as it is consistently 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit at night year round. This means that air conditioning is not necessary.
We are accessible to all the major Big Island attractions. The legendary Akaka Falls State Park a short 12 minute drive around the corner. The world renowned Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens and the serene Onomea Bay is a mere 13 minute drive from us. These, can't be missed, gardens are among the world's best and the separate trail to the bay is free! The quaint area of Downtown Hilo is about a 17 minute drive to the South. It provides all of the modern amenities you will need (restaurants, supermarkets, shopping, and more). The epic Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a 1 hour drive to the South. It features unimaginable hiking trails and a lava tube cave experience. The picturesque Waipio Valley is a 1 hour drive to the North. Plus, there are countless sights and adventures along the Hamakua Coast.
The Hamakua House is the perfect location to base your Big Island adventure vacation.
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Location
• EXPERIENCE THE REAL HAWAII
• No Road Noises or Power Lines, Just Nature and Amazing Views
• Important: We strongly recommend that plan to rent a car for your time on the Big Island. We do not recommend that you rely on the Island's Hele-on public bus system as it only runs a few times per day. If you do take the bus you must get off at the Honomu stop and walk one mile to our location (start at "Step 2" below). A taxi from Hilo airport will cost about $65 each way even though we are only about 13 miles from the airport. Getting a car is the best option by far.
• DIRECTIONS:
• Step 1:
• Drive to Honomu, HI (about 11.5 miles North of Hilo on Route 19 Hawaii Belt Road). When you are getting close you will see signs to turn for Honomu Road (Route 220) and for Akaka Falls. Follow those signs into town.
• Step 2:
• At the top of the hill follow Honomu Road (Route 220) as it curves sharply to the left. Next, drive through the little historic town and continue going straight. Do not turn right to go the rest of the way up the hill towards Akaka Falls. When you reach the end of the town (after the Honomu Gym and churches) the road will narrow down to a one lane road, curve to the right, and wind through a ravine. After you come out of the ravine you will see a few houses. Do not stop and do not bother the neighbors. You still have more than 1/2 mile to go. The road will be gravel for the last 200 yards so you will know when you are getting close. Just keep going!
• Step 3:
• Our place is 28-1435 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, 96783. We have a green placard with "Hamakua House" and the address down by the road. Turn right into our driveway. It is steep at first, but it levels out at the top. You will see the designated parking on your right. Please enter from the back porch as there is no public entrance on the front of the house.
• Note: The public gravel road (last 200 yards) is easily passable in any vehicle (cars, vans, etc...) but you may have to go slow if your vehicle has low clearance. Please note that GPS does not work very well here. Some people have had some luck with Google Maps, but navigation using an iPhone (Apple Maps) has proven impossible. We recommend that you bring a copy of these directions with you.
Map
Address: 28-1435 Old Mamalahoa Highway, Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii, USA
Distance to city center: 58.93 km
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Facilities and Amenities
Family-Friendly Hostel
Older travelers (+50)
Quiet Rest
Solo Traveller
Bedsheets
Luggage Storage
Parking
Towels
Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons
24 Hour Security
BBQ Grill
Board Games
Book Collection/Exchange
Camping Allowed Onsite
Credit Card Payments
Entirely Non-Smoking
Hot Showers
Kitchen
Laundry
Lounge Area
Movie Library/Rental
Outdoor Seating
TV
Airport Pickup
Service Animals
Pet-Friendly
Genders: Males & Females
Min. Age with Parent (dorms): 5
Min. Age with Parent (private room): All Ages
Min. Age without Parent: 18
Checkout: 12:00 (12 Noon)
Curfew: No Curfew
Lockout: No
Maximum Stay: 1 month
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Open Dates: All Year
Reception Hours: 24 Hours
Size: Small (less than 30 beds)
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