Stay where hosts give favorite recommendations and great directions! Volcano, waterfalls, Mauna Kea stargazing, museums and gardens -- all are within a few miles of Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn in Hilo. Walk to restaurants and Hilo’s historic district. A legacy of island lore and history awaits you. High ceilings and beautifully appointed rooms take you back to an idyllic era when royalty and famous visitors called. The Steinway is always in tune, and the flowers are fresh. The breakfast is famous, and the fruits are locally grown, most right on the property. The rocking chairs face Hilo Bay, and the Hula class is free. Your host is a Shipman descendent. Come stay!
P.S. Hawaii is a really big island, so allow plenty of time to do it right.