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Vagobond Travel Review: The Kamuela Inn in Waimea on the Big Island of Hawaii

September is typically the time of year when we ce

September is typically the time of year when we celebrate the Aloha Festivals on each of the islands. While the festivals may not be happening in person this year, we are still celebrating the Spirit of Aloha each day in all we do. We thought you would enjoy Aunty Pilahi Paki’s ALOHA acronym, as a beautiful reminder of why we are lucky enough to call Hawai’i home. #kamuelainn #timelesscharm #upcountryhospitality #alohafestivals

We are incredibly honored to be a recipient of the

We are incredibly honored to be a recipient of the 2020 Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Award! Based on a full year of Tripadvisor reviews, prior to any changes caused by the pandemic, award winners are known for consistently receiving great traveler feedback, placing them in the top 10% of hospitality businesses around the globe. Thank you to all of our fans and followers and guests who took the time to leave a review, we are so grateful! #kamuelainn #timelesscharm #upcountryhospitality

Instead of going to the beach, stay safe at home t

Instead of going to the beach, stay safe at home this weekend and enter to win our Innkeeper's favorite cookbook: ALOHA KITCHEN.
* Post a pic of your STAY-AT-HOME weekend dish and tag us
* Share this post and tag us using hashtags #alohamonday & #kamuelainn
* Be entered into a random drawing!
Contest closes ‪Monday 9/7 at 8 p.m. HST‬. Good Luck!
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Catching up with Kamuela Inn... We had a chance t

Catching up with Kamuela Inn...

We had a chance to talk story with Hotel Manager Edlyn Carvalho this week and this is what we learned!

1. Before working here, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had?
My most memorable job was my very first job at Molokai Drugs, Inc, the only pharmacy on the island of Molokai. I worked there for 2 years before graduating high school, but would return on Spring, Summer and Christmas breaks while a student at UH-Hilo. This job taught me the importance of loyalty, honesty, integrity and dedication. It's a family owned and operated business, established in 1935, with employees who are still there from when I was an employee. These employees love their job, the company and the island, with many employees still there from when I used to work there. I've been with Kamuela Inn since owners Melanie Holt and Tim Bostock purchased it back in June 2015. Just like Molokai Drugs, we love our job, our company and most especially Waimea. I hope we can leave the same legacy that Molokai Drugs founders, Grampa and Gramma Sakata built at Molokai Drugs.

2. What are 3 words to describe Kamuela Inn? Family, Memories, Love

3. What do you like most about the Kamuela Inn? At Kamuela Inn, we truly love people and the community in which we are a part. We love to hear your stories and if willing, we love to tell you ours, most especially about Waimea, its people and sense of place.
 4. Any favorite line from a movie?
Not from a movie, but I always say, "Help me Jesus!"
 5. Any random facts you could share with us?
I've never broken a bone in my body; am half Japanese and half Hawaiian, but don't speak either fluently; come from a family of 2 girls and 2 boys, then started my own family of 2 girls and 2 boys, in the same birth order girl, boy, girl, boy!
 6. Are you messy or organized?
I'm an organized mess.
 7. Best vacation you’ve been on?
Always with family at the most magical place on earth, Disneyland.
 8. Describe what you were like at age 10.
I've always been a nerd and still am.

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We enjoyed a midday stop at the @waimeamidweekmark

We enjoyed a midday stop at the @waimeamidweekmarket today. Held every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. the market is conveniently located at Pukalani Stables just down the road. Yet another reason to visit us soon! #timelesscharm #upcountryhospitality #kamuelainn

Did you know? Kamuela Inn is conveniently located

Did you know? Kamuela Inn is conveniently located within walking distance to some of the best restaurants in town! Pick up lunch @moakitchenkamuela dinner @merrimanswaimea snacks @pau_restaurant and as always, complimentary daily breakfast is on us! #kamuelainn #timelesscharm #upcountryhospitality

Sound on! Enjoy a glimpse into “Suite” Living

Sound on! Enjoy a glimpse into “Suite” Living at the Kamuela Inn. Photos of our newly renovated suites are set to the song “Kamuela Inn” by slack key guitarist Jeff Peterson. Book our Summer Stay Special from now until the end of August and enjoy up to $60 off your stay! With complimentary daily breakfast, complimentary WiFi and complimentary daily parking, what are you waiting for? #kamuelainn #timelesscharm #upcountryhospitality

Did you know? Our Executive Suite Two easily accom

Did you know? Our Executive Suite Two easily accommodates up to 6 persons comfortably and is a perfect offering for you and your entire ‘Ohana. Take advantage of our Summer Stay Special now until August 31st and save up to $60 per stay! Certain restrictions apply. #timelesscharm #upcountryhospitality #kamuelainn

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