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Aaah the Views Bed & Breakfast
Category: Hotels & Travel Bed & Breakfast Bed & Breakfast [Edit]
66-1773 Alaneo StKamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-3455
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 7 am - 9 pm
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
4 reviews for Aaah the Views Bed & Breakfast
4 reviews in English
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Review from Stef M.
12/29/2010
Love this place. Perfect in-between point if you want to do things in Hilo and Kona. Not too far from the beaches, and Waimea has some killer restaurants! Derek and Erika are amazing hosts! I have fond memories of the breakfasts. We've stayed 3 times over the years and will definitely be back again in the future. But they're getting more popular, and they only have a few rooms so it can be hard to find availability. Book well in advance!
Derek and Erica run an excellent B&B, with clean, bright rooms, beautiful views, and as an added bonus, a delicious, fresh breakfast every morning. The B&B is located beside a stream, with striking views of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa, and Mt. Hualalai from our Treetop suite. Waimea is home to two excellent restaurants, Merriman's and Daniel Thiebault's, so if you're planning on visiting either of these, The Views is a good choice for lodging. It's just 15 minutes from the beaches and resorts on the Kona Coast and Kawaihae, as well.
Derek and Erica are excellent hosts, and are quite knowledgable about beaches, snorkeling spots, restaurants, and almost anything else you want to know about. Fresh fruit and various local baked goods are served for breakfast every morning, and you can meet any other guests that might be staying at the same time as you. We had a great time talking to the other guests who were staying there, swapping advice on what beaches, restaurants, drives, and activities were good.
We booked the entire second floor "treetop suite" which consists of the sunset room and the stream room, which each have a bed AND a loft. There's an extra charge to use more than one bed if you're only reserved for one, but it was nice to have the bathroom to ourselves and space to stretch out, store our bags, etc. If someone else is staying in the stream room or the sunset room, you'll have to share the bathroom with them.
We stayed at the Views a couple of years ago for our honeymoon and Erica and Derek were very glad to have us back. We had previously stayed downstairs in the dream room, which was very nice and also has beautiful views of the mountains and a private lanai with an outdoor shower! This time we stayed in the treetop suite just to see what it was like, and we were just as satisfied with our stay. Every room has something to offer, and I'm sure you'll have a relaxing stay if you choose to visit.
I definitely miss falling asleep to the relaxing sound of the stream outside our window now that I'm back from our vacation! Thank you Derek and Erica for providing a truly relaxing B&B for people to stay at. -
Review from Melissa K.
San Mateo, CA
6/27/2011
A beautiful and relaxing B&B. This place is off the beaten path -- great getaway retreat from the resorts and crowds. Erika and Derek are very welcoming and helpful. We happened upon this place and are very glad that we did.
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Review from N N.
Fairfield, CA
7/6/2009
Beautiful B & B with great attention to detail. Gracious hosts that were so friendly!
The rooms are BEAUTIFUL and the view is amazing. Great town for a little relaxation and an amazing location!
Breakfast was lovely and buffet style and sat on the outdoor patio chatting with other return visitors!
Thank you for lovely stay!! -
Review from Clare T.
Palo Alto, CA
10/10/2009
I love this place! We I stayed here just last week, and we both adored it! 2 thumbs up! It is such a little hidden treasure, and we both feel incredibly lucky to have stayed there. We stayed in the Treetop Suite which was so incredibly pretty and cute and special! The room had lots of windows and light, with its own deck where you can sit and watch the sun set, a little reading nook, a little mini-kitchen...awesome! The B&B is right next to a little creek, and at night, you can hear the sound of the water and the wind blowing through the grass. We also had this amazing view of the sky at night! So many stars! The hosts, Erika and Derek, and so kind, thoughtful, and gracious. The breakfast was delicious with a wide assortment of things to choose from (bagels, muffins, eggs, yogurt, fresh fruit). Erika and Derek really went out of their way to make sure we had a pleasant stay. I would go back in a heartbeat. One thing to note is that the B&B is in a residential area, but don't let that fool you! Once you turn into their driveway, you've found this little piece of heaven.
Specialties
Aaah the Views is a top rated and top reviewed Bed and Breakfast in Waimea (Kamuela) on the Big Island of Hawaii. Situated just 15 minutes inland from the stunning Kohala Coast with it world class beaches, Waimea is a wonderful place to base yourselves for Big Island adventure. Each room has beautiful views and a delicious, healthy, local breakfast is served stream side every morning. Location, Views, Peaceful surroundings, Privacy, and Amenities all for affordable rates at this lovely gem of a B&B.
History
Established in 1998
Aaah the Views has been enjoyed by travelers and travel writers for 12 years.
Meet the Business Owner: Erika S.
Erika and Derek Stuart have owned and operated Aaah the Views for 8 years. They feel very fortunate to have this piece of paradise and love sharing the beauty that surrounds them with travelers from around the world. Derek, originally from Cape Town loves the outdoors and takes great pride in helping his guests to get the most of their vacation by sharing lots of tips for the best places to go on the island. Erika loves caring for the guest rooms and takes pride in thinking of all things someone might need in their rooms. Breakfast is a great time for guests to meet each other and share tips and stories of what their highlights have been. Whether you are coming to the Big Island for vacation or business, Aaah the Views is the place to call home.
