The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls | Hotel in Hilo

The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls: A Hidden Gem in Hawaii
Welcome to The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls, a remarkable retreat nestled within 22 acres of verdant paradise, home to Hawaii's largest privately accessible waterfall. This unique hotel provides an unforgettable experience, surrounded by the serene beauty of nature.
Your stay here includes complimentary WiFi and access to guest computers, ensuring you can easily stay connected during your visit. Each morning, indulge in a delightful breakfast featuring locally sourced ingredients that showcase the flavors of Hawaii.
For the adventurous spirit, explore guided waterfall rappelling tours of Kulaniapia Falls, an exhilarating way to experience the natural splendor of the area. Additionally, you can partake in various activities around the island, including hiking trails, wandering through bamboo gardens, and enjoying swimming or kayaking adventures nearby.
What sets this property apart is its commitment to sustainability; it generates power through a hydroelectric system fueled by the stunning falls. When you choose The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls, you are not just selecting a hotel, but an eco-friendly haven that connects you with the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii.
Where to Stay in Hilo: Discover the Beauty of HI, USA
When considering where to stay in Hilo, you'll find that this charming city is enriched with lush landscapes, vibrant culture, and an authentic Hawaiian experience. Nestled on the Big Island, Hilo boasts stunning natural beauty, including the breathtaking Hilo Bay and the majestic Mauna Kea. This town is known for its friendly atmosphere, rainforests, and unique attractions such as the famous Hilo Farmers Market, which showcases local produce and crafts. The area’s warm hospitality pairs seamlessly with diverse accommodations, making it a perfect getaway for travelers seeking adventure or relaxation.
Just a short drive from downtown Hilo, The Inn at Kulaniapia Falls offers an unforgettable stay among 22 acres of tropical paradise, surrounding Hawaii's largest privately accessible waterfall. Here, you can start your day with a complimentary breakfast featuring locally sourced ingredients before setting out for exciting activities like guided waterfall rappelling tours or exploring nearby hiking trails through bamboo gardens. For those looking to cool off, the inn provides opportunities for swimming and kayaking right alongside the falls. With a focus on sustainability, the property also utilizes hydroelectric power generated by the falls, ensuring your stay is both eco-friendly and relaxing while immersing you in the natural beauty of Hilo.
Amenities
Facility Overview
Fruit
Parking on site
Private Parking
Accessible parking
Parking
Cooking class
Couples' massage
Full-body massage
Spa/Wellness packages
Canoeing
Walking tours
Massage
Hiking
Game room
Board games/Puzzles
Wifi in all areas
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Designated smoking area
Baggage storage
Daily housekeeping
Concierge
Tour desk
Shared lounge/TV area
Free Wifi
Wifi
Internet
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Outdoor fireplace
BBQ facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Beach chairs/Loungers
Policies
Reviews
Room Arrangement
| Room Info | Facilities |
|---|---|
Junior Suite with Screened Lanai
Room Type:
Double
Room Size:
350 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesLiving AreaSitting area, SofaGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanOutdoorsPatio, Outdoor dining area, TerraceViewGarden view, ViewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruitRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter |
Cottage with Waterfall View
Room Type:
Double
Room Size:
33 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsPatio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceKitchenRefrigeratorLiving AreaSitting areaGeneralHardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Private entranceViewView, River viewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruitRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter |
King Room with Garden View
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
270 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensViewGarden viewOutdoorsOutdoor dining areaAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorRoom amenitiesFold-up bed, Socket near the bed, AdapterEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
Premium King Room with Waterfall View
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
270 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsOutdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceLiving AreaDeskGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanViewView, River viewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyRoom amenitiesFold-up bed, Socket near the bed, AdapterEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
Queen Room with Garden View
Room Type:
Double
Room Size:
240 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanLiving AreaSofaBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensViewGarden viewOutdoorsOutdoor dining areaAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruitRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter |
Premium Queen Room with Waterfall View
Room Type:
Double
Room Size:
25 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsOutdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanViewView, River viewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruitRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter |
King Room with Garden View
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
270 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Toilet, Free toiletriesGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensViewGarden viewOutdoorsOutdoor dining areaAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorRoom amenitiesFold-up bed, Socket near the bed, AdapterEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
Guest House with Kitchen and Waterfall View
Room Type:
Quad
Room Size:
74 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Additional bathroom, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Toilet, Free toiletriesMedia & TechnologyComputer, Flat-screen TV, TVKitchenKitchen, Stovetop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Dishwasher, ToasterLiving AreaSitting area, Desk, SofaGeneralHardwood or parquet floors, Fan, Soundproof, Trash cans, Private entranceViewView, River viewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensOutdoorsOutdoor dining areaAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyRoom amenitiesFold-up bed, Socket near the bed, Adapter, Sofa bedEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
Premium Queen Room with Waterfall View
Room Type:
Double
Room Size:
25 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsOutdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanViewView, River viewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruitRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter |
King Room with Balcony
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
270 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsOutdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanLiving AreaSofaViewViewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter, Sofa bedPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
King Room with Balcony
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
270 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsOutdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanLiving AreaSofaViewCity view, ViewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter, Sofa bedPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
Premium King Room with Partial Waterfall View
Room Type:
Triple
Room Size:
25 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsOutdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanLiving AreaSofaViewCity view, View, River viewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed, Adapter, Sofa bedPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
One Bedroom Suite with Screened Lanai and Ocean View
Room Type:
Quad
Room Size:
112 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Free toiletriesMedia & TechnologyFlat-screen TV, TVKitchenRefrigeratorLiving AreaSitting area, SofaGeneralTrash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanOutdoorsPatio, Outdoor dining areaViewCity view, ViewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorRoom amenitiesFold-up bed, Socket near the bed, AdapterEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesPool and SpaPool towelsFood & DrinkFruit |
Oceanview Cabin - Limited Electricity / Shared Bathroom
Room Type:
Bungalow
Room Size:
19 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Shared bathroom, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet, Free toiletries, Shared toiletOutdoorsPatio, Outdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceKitchenKitchen, Stovetop, Oven, Dishwasher, ToasterGeneralPrivate entrance, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cansViewSea view, ViewBedroomLinensAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesFood & DrinkFruit |
Gardenview Cabin - Limited Electricity / Shared Bathroom
Room Type:
Bungalow
Room Size:
19 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Shared bathroom, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet, Free toiletries, Shared toiletOutdoorsPatio, Outdoor dining area, BalconyKitchenKitchen, Stovetop, Oven, Dishwasher, ToasterGeneralPrivate entrance, Trash cansViewGarden viewAccessibilityEntire unit located on ground floorEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesFood & DrinkFruit |
Six-Bedroom House
Room Type:
Vacation Home
Room Size:
186 m2
| BathroomToilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Towels, Conditioner, Body soap, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Toilet, Free toiletriesOutdoorsOutdoor dining area, Balcony, TerraceKitchenKitchen, Refrigerator, Oven, StovetopLiving AreaSitting area, SofaGeneralSoundproof, Private entrance, Hardwood or parquet floors, FanViewGarden view, View, River viewBedroomWardrobe or closet, Alarm clock, LinensEntertainment & Family ServicesBoard games/puzzlesFood & DrinkFruitRoom amenitiesSocket near the bed |
3 Ocean View Cabins (Limited Electricity), Shared Bathrooms / Kitchen / Living Room
Room Type:
Bungalow
Room Size:
56 m2
| |
5 Cabins (Limited Electricity), Shared Bathrooms / Kitchen / Living Room
Room Type:
Bungalow
Room Size:
112 m2
|
FAQ's
Is this Hilo hotel pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
What time is check-in & check-out at Hilo hotel?
Check-in time for Hilo hotel starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
Does the Hilo hotel have a swimming pool?
No, this Hilo hotel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Hilo hotel?
Best-rates for the Hilo hotel starts from $167 per night with includes Guest Services, Child Friendly, Parking, TV, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Sports/Activities, Designated Smoking Area, Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, View, Wellness Facilities, Spa with all amenities included. HawaiiVillas pairs each traveler with their ideal accommodation, whether traveling with a group, family, friends, or pets.
Is Hilo hotel a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Hilo hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Hilo hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hilo hotel?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hilo hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Hilo hotel?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Hilo hotel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.



























