It's a paradise in Hawaii. I had the chance to stay a 2nd time here for 10 nights and loved it again. Petra is looking after each guest to make sure that no wishes remain open. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. It's an easy going / relaxed atmosphere. The house is close to the Volcano Nationalpark and my... More

We had never stayed in a B&B and didn't know what to expect but wanted to stay on this side of the island to explore Volcanoes National Park and Hilo without being rushed. We booked one night in the Makamae Suite and arrived right at the check in time. Unfortunately, no one was home so we wandered the grounds until... More

Petra is a wonderful host. We've been to the Big Island several times, but thanks to Petra's inside knowledge we've found new favorite places. Her breakfasts are beyond delicious and very generous. She goes out of her way to make your stay special. We stayed in the studio 2 nights and then moved to the garden suite. The beds in... More

The Hale Moana Lanai Suite was the perfect fit for our family - 2 adults and 3 kids. We stayed at 3 different B&B's and this one felt like our Hawaii Home ~ we would definitely return!! A true feel of the Big Island rain forest with the warm weather and warm scattered showers, the surrounding sound of tree frogs... More

super stay at hale moana... first glimpse of the island was from here and thanks to Petra's daily sensible and up to date touristic advice and tips, we enjoyed every minute of it. Very nice (but frugal) breakfasts & clean rooms. Professional service and cheerful welcome. Mahalo, Petra!

What a wonderful way to start the day at Hale Moana! Petra's breakfast, her Aloha, her knowledge of the culture and her little inside hints were valuable. We stayed at Petra's B & B while attending the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo. It was a hectic trip when we were out and about but very peaceful in the mornings at... More

This B & B was excellent. The setting, room, service, and breakfasts were delicious. Petra obviously enjoys taking care of her guests with her attention to details and helpfulness. We would recommend this place and stay her again.

I will admit this is my first time staying at a B&B. I chose to stay here because the general consensus seems to be that there are no nice hotels on the Hilo side of the island. Hale Moana was nice, but not quite as nice as I was expecting based on the reviews. The grounds are nice, but honestly... More

We stayed for four nights in the Lanai Suite at Hale Moana in March 2013, and warmly recommend this B&B. The house is located at the end of the road amid a huge and lush tropical garden. The Lanai Suite is very spacious and nicely furnished with a large sitting-room, main bedroom with ensuite bathroom and a small extra bedroom... More