Sweeping lawns and a view of Hilo Bay. Large, very private airy rooms with balmy breezes, wraparound verandah with rocking chairs; beautiful antiques and fine art in an open, relaxing atmosphere.
We chose the Shipman House because it was close to a relative we were visiting in Hilo. However, we quickly came to appreciate the charm of the Shipman House and its friendly proprietors, Barbara and Gary Andersen. Our room was clean and we felt as if we were truly on vacation. The setting felt like another world. Barbara and Gary took the time to talk to us and share their trove of knowledge about life in Hilo. The breakfasts were outstanding--we enjoyed the array of fresh fruit (guava smoothies!), mac nut granola, and scrumptious muffins. The Andersens prove first-rate service, and our experience here was inn-spirational, inn-vigorating, and inn-credible!
Shipman House Bed & Breakfast Inn
131 Kaiulani St
Hilo, HI 96720-2529
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Barbara & Gary Andersen
(808) 934-8002
(800) 627-8447
Hilo, HI 96720-2529
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Barbara & Gary Andersen
(808) 934-8002
(800) 627-8447
Circa 1899. Locals know Shipman House as "The Castle," no doubt because of both its size and grandeur. The manor, a mix of Italianate and Queen Anne styles, is listed on both the state and national historic registers. The home's former mistress, Mary Shipman, not only was the granddaughter of a Hawaiian chief, but a friend of Queen Lili'uokalani. Jack London and his wife once stayed here for a month as guests of the Shipmans. The grounds still feature many of the plants, palms and flowers nurtured by the Shipmans. Inside, the innkeeper has decorated the home with a mix of antiques and traditional furnishings; many pieces are original to the house. There is a cottage available as well, secluded by trees and foliage. A lavish, continental-plus breakfast buffet is served on the home's lanai, offering such items as homemade granola, local fruit (there are 20 different varieties of fruit trees on the property), freshly baked breads, homemade passionfruit butter. Special diets accommodated with advance notice.
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