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lectic (particularly in the executive suite) but rooms are clean, comfortable and good
value. Continental breakfast provided.
At $119, Penthouse 1 is a bargain, with vaulted ceiling and a small lanai.
Tina's Country Cottage COTTAGE $$$
( [phone]; www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p373121 ; 65-1396D Kawaihae Rd;
2-bed cottage $135) This classic one-floor plantation cottage is perfect: centrally located
yet tucked away in a quiet cul-de sac, in impeccable condition and offering all amenities,
including washer/dryer, flat-screen TVs, and wi-fi. Attention to detail is everywhere and
the price is a bargain. The only problem: you'll have a hard time leaving the charming
porch. Ask for directions.
Aaah, the Views B&B B&B $$$
( 885-3455; www.aaahtheviews.com ; 66-1773 Alaneo St; r $185-195; ) Run by pros who un-
derstand the business of hospitality, this aptly named B&B occupies an attractive loca-
tion on a babbling stream, with mountain views across a broad prairie, 3 miles west of
the town center. The three rooms are well lit and take advantage of the scenery. A full
breakfast is served streamside.
The Queen Room ($185) has an ingenious loft ladder, and can further be broken into
two rooms ($125, $135) that share a bath. Amenities include cable TV, DVD, phone,
fridge, microwave and coffee maker.
Waimea Garden Cottages COTTAGES $$$
( 885-8550; www.waimeagardens.com ; studio $150, cottages $165-180, incl breakfast; )
Located 2 miles west of town near the intersection of Kawaihae Rd and Hwy 250, these
three well-done, fully stocked, and cozy country cottages offer privacy in an attractive
natural setting.
The Kohala Cottage has a full kitchen, enormous tiled bath and adjacent walled
garden. The Waimea Cottage offers a fireplace, kitchenette and private patio. There's
also a spacious studio with great woodwork and clerestory windows near a seasonal
stream. Three-day minimum stay. No laundry facilities.
Jacaranda Inn INN $$$
( 885-8813; www.jacarandainn.com ; 65-1444 Kawaihae Rd; r/ste/cottage from $129/159/178;
) Built in 1897, the Jacaranda is a grand old lady struggling to maintain her dignity
amidst the vicissitudes of the years. Each of the eight rooms here are indulgent, antique-