If Google let me give negative stars, I'd still ask for more…read more I'm always fair when I post reviews -- I'm not out here trying to ruin anyone's childhood dreams. But good grief, this business has the reliability of a toddler with a sugar crash. I drove a long distance to visit this shop. My partner drove here twice. And every time the place was closed during normal business hours. No sign. No explanation. Not even a sad little sticky note that says, "Oops, my bad." The owner even had the lack of integrity to tell my partner that she would be there today. Hilarious. At this point, I'm convinced the shop is run like a speakeasy: If you know, you know. If you don't, well... good luck, traveler. So, I asked around town. Turns out, the locals know exactly what's going on: Apparently the shop owner is... how do I put this delicately... the human equivalent of a mosquito at a barbecue. Everyone I talked to implied they wish she'd just let someone else take over -- someone who actually wants customers instead of treating them like an optional side quest. You'd think a business owner would occasionally... I don't know... open the business? But no. She's running this place like a part-time hobby she actively resents. And the lack of communication? Chef's kiss. She doesn't even bother to explain why she's never open. At this point, I half expect the shop hours to eventually read: OPEN: When the stars align CLOSED: Always MAYBE: If Mercury is in retrograde AND she feels like it To say she's giving the town a bad reputation is an understatement. This shop is basically the retail equivalent of stepping in gum. Sticky, annoying, and somehow still your problem even though you didn't ask for it. I won't be back. Ever. And you can bet I'll be telling this story everywhere -- Yelp, Google, Facebook, LinkedIn, the back of cereal boxes, cave walls... whatever it takes. This store owner isn't just unprofessional -- she's a full-on case study in how not to run a business. Honestly, at this point, a tumbleweed would be a more reliable proprietor.

Ditto on the other1star review. I also drove over to Honokaa to pick up an item for a gift. Store…read morewas closed at 1 pm on Thursday - no reason stated and nothing on recording. Spoke to owner on Friday and she apologized and said she was out of town. I asked if she would be open next day on Saturday and she assured me, yes, will be here at 10am. Drove over from Waimea at 12 pm on Saturday and again closed with no sign and no reason on recording. Walked around and spoke to local residents who said, yeah, haven't seen her, she kind of comes in when she wants to. So I decided, no more. Very unprofessional. Will NOT shop here again. Instead went to Waipio Valley Artworks where staff was very friendly and helpful.... And was actually there at the time stated for hours of operation. What a concept, huh?

One of my favorite things about neighbor islands are their mom and pop shops. These kind of shops…read morehave been a fixture in these neighborhoods for many years and have been passed down from generation to generation. During my trip to the Big Island I went to check out this shop for the very first time. I didn't know what to expect when I went to the shop but they had a variety of things. They had hairpicks made from koa, hat pins, leis to adorn lauhala hats, as well as an array of handmade lauhala crafts. Compared to the marked up items sold in Honolulu these items were priced affordably and you could tell by looking at the items that they were made locally vs the made in the Philippines crafts frequently sold around town. The Aunty in the shop was very knowledgeable and helpful. She could even tell you who made each item in her shop. If you're interested in lauhala crafts I'd suggest visiting this local shop. There's another lauhala store in Hilo however this one has more local items and are more affordable.

My parents used to come here back in the day…read more Limited street parking and limited days/hours. Only one Aunty working so maybe make an appointment. They make custom papale. You're paying for quality so be prepared to $$$$. Sadly did not feel any Aloha here so I moved on.

Nice shopping center filled with affordable shops. There's a store called Island Gourmet which is…read moreequivalent to ANC stores. You can find lots of goodies, food, Skin care, souvenirs etc. also many stores as well such as Macaroni Grill, quilts, Lids, Aloha wines, big burritos, Genesis Gallery, Quicksilver etc. Resort-style mall for sure with shops & restaurants, enhanced by fountains, koi ponds & entertainment. Fun for family and friends to get together. There's a shopping trolley stop which is $2 each trip so that can get you from Queens to Kings marketplace easily. Also trolly goes to Marriot and Hilton resorts.

Boring SC. Not much for kids to do while parent or group is shopping. Very hot, no overhead sun…read moreprotectors. They need to put in more water themed activities. Shops are on the high end side, if that is the case then they need to accommodate with high end convenience from restaurants to restrooms. IGM (Island Gourmet Marketplace) needs a little more seating area outside. I spent a lot of money on my family and wanted to eat there so we can finish shopping after we were done eating. No table, no seats but 3 for a family of 7. We left afterwards instead of shopping because the heat made it uncomfortable and with no seating for 4 it was just a downward spiral with fussy kids. It's ok, we spent our money in Kona town.

DIY supplies for sprouting, fermenting, pickling and canning…read more Specialty and Gourmet food items for daily and special occasions. All food is organic. Products support sustainable principles with various bulk provisions. DIY kits and workshops.

What a neat store and fantastic owner! Maggie is an absolute gem. She was full of information on…read moreher products, local artists and other suggestions including where to get really good pudding on the island! We loved the homemade local soaps. We bought four to get a little discount. We also picked up three prints from a young local artist that are stunning! We finished with some guitar picks. This shop is clean and full of locally made products. While not everything is cheap in price, you are likely going to get what you pay for. Highly recommended.

Cute store with unique gifts! I took a nice walk down the road and noticed this beautiful little…read moreshop with a bunch of handmade gifts. Unlike many souvenir shops, there were really cool items in there from local artists and didn't look like they were made in a factory. The owner was very sweet and engaging. The jewelry there was beautiful and very dainty.

This was a really great art store on the big Island that I was surprised to find. The selection was…read morereally great and they had great prices. I would have bought more to support the business and because the prices were so good but I didn't have room in my suitcase.

Another much needed Kona store closed. Its so very sad. Ali'I drive stores are closing because of…read morethe huge parking fees with signs starting to show up all over town. Stores are forced out further from town to provide free parking and reasonable rent but there's no foot traffic. These problems must be fixed for the businesses to succeed and serve our community.

Cool place and custom T shirts! Artwork is awesome!…read moreI had 5 T made for gifts and it only took a few days for them to complete. The shirts are high quality and soft! Highly recommended!

I can't remember where I had heard of these artisans but I made a point to find them to see their…read morework in person. I was so happy to find a small, unassuming shop with so many wonder pieces. What made my first visit so special was finding such a unique piece -- a ray, for me symbolizing one of the best free dives of my life -- and meeting the young craftsman who had carved it. We talked for quite a while and I loved hearing him share stories of his creative life and work. Please, make time to visit this magical place and leave time to see and hear the beauty they bring to life.