Due to the tsaunami, we arrived early which was no problem for the gracious hosts, Marte and Don. Marte had arranged our rental car, and they also had great advice on sights to see, places to dine, beaches to visit. The Inn is located in a very quiet location with a comfortable clean room, so had a wonderful rest. Breakfast was a salmon omelet with fresh fruit and toast, and the coffee was perfect. We didn't get a chance to use the pool or hot tub, but they looked fine. The grounds had interesting landscaping and many birds. We'd stay here again if ever again on the Island. The aloha spirit is alive here--thank you.

I and my wife had to attend workshop in South part of the island, and we choose Bougainvillea because of location and affordability. We didn't expect much.However, we received much more, than expected. Very nice, warm place. We would like to return to the island for vocation, and definetely will stay at Bougainvilla, even if location and affordability will not be an issue. Thank you, Martie and Don!

Staying in this B&B was the only part of my wonderful trip to the Big Island that I regret and would take back in a heartbeat. The room we stayed in was old with thin walls, there was a dead bug in the bathroom, the pillows on the bed were stained yellow and the mattress was aweful. Oh, and I can't forget to mention that there was one flimsy "curtain" on the window of the room, through which everyone outside was able to see. I also did not like not having a personal key to the room; if we wanted to leave, we had to leave it unlocked. We stayed at several other B&Bs and one hotel while on the Big Island, and trust me, staying here is NOT worth the time and definitely not worth the money. We were charged $89, plus a $10 "service charge" plus another $10 or so of tax. It was a lot of money for such a place. Our money would have been much better spent had we bought a few blankets and a tent and camped out on the beach.

The only good thing about this B&B is that it is near Kula Kai Caverns, which was really interesting and had a wonderful tour guide.

As an end note, I really think the 5 star reviews must have been created by the proprietors; I saw nothing 5-star worthy about this place.

Home away from home is the best way to describe the Bougainvillea B & B. I wish we could have stayed longer. Martie and Don were the perfect host and hostess. Breakfast was exceptional, something to write home about.

If anyone is searching for serenity and peace, this is the place to lay back and just enjoy.
Ann & Clay -canada