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frills rooms with either a queen bed or two twins, three of which share a common porch.
The two-bedroom cottage is perfect for families. Expansion to eight rooms is underway.
Kohala Country Adventures Guest House
INN $$$
like the country, try this relaxed house on eight acres with fruit trees, livestock and
coastal views. The Sundeck Suite is great for families, with kitchenette, three beds and
an open loft layout. Host Bobi Moreno puts everyone at ease. Breakfast not included.
Eating
Gill's Lanai
CAFE $
(
315-1542; 54-3866 Akoni Pule Hwy; mains $6-9; 11am-5pm)
With its umbrella-shaded
patio seating and teeny kitchen, this avocado-colored roadside food stand really belongs
at the beach. The emphasis is on fresh fish, hot dogs and veggie options, creatively
presented.
King's View Cafe
PIZZA, SANDWICHES $
(
889-5138; 55-3897 Akoni Pule Hwy; mains $9-11; 9am-8:30pm)
Across from Kame-
hameha statue, this cafe offers nice big sandwiches (try the pastrami) and handmade piz-
zas, along with super smoothies and beer.
Minnie's
DINER $
(
889-5288; 54-3854 Akoni Pule Hwy; meals $8-13; 11am-8pm Mon-Thu, 11am-3pm &
6-8:30pm Fri, 11am-3pm Sat )
Fill up on burgers, sandwiches and plate lunches including
mahimahi, Korean chicken and the house specialty, roast pork. Indoor/outdoor seating.
Shopping
Dunn Gallery
ARTS & CRAFTS
many wood art shops on the island, this one stands alone. The distinctive works here,
gathered from 30 Big Island artists, represent a museum-quality collection. Contempor-
ary, traditional, and functional pieces range from $20 to five figures.
Ackerman Galleries
GIFTS
