The West Inn is a clean, comfortable, no frills boutique hotel ideally situated in Waimea for those, like me, who want to spend time hiking and exploring Waimea Canyon. I hiked every day and the hotel is at the beginning of state road 550 that goes through the state parks, vistas and trailheads. I was literally on the trails within half an hour of leaving the hotel. There are also several good places to eat within walking distance of the hotel.