Hawaii's Trading Post

David Booth

2024-04

This great little shop is tucked away right on hualalai off of Kilauea. Ray has a great revolving selection of antique, vintage, and collectible items. You could spend hours if you really took your time. It's like the best of estate sales and yard sales all in one place and at very good prices. He's willing to negotiate especially when buying more than one thing... which you will want to. If you're into music, lots of musical instruments for sale, especially guitars. Stop in and support local 🤙

Vittorio Grieco

2023-11

Tucked away in Hilo there is a hidden treasure chest of antiques, collectables, and memorabilia. Now, you’ve probably driven by this ole home-style store a dozen times and not even looked twice. But with a keen eye you’ll see a vintage surfboard hanging on the wall next to a sign that reads, “Antiques”.I wasn’t looking for anything in particular, nonetheless I was a curious cat so I veered on in. It was like stepping back in time. Think about any decade and you’ll find something cool.The atmosphere is kinda like going to your grandparents house, patina with a sprinkle of dust. And throughout every corner you’ll discover some randomly distinctive knickknacks.A few things that caught my eye and sent me back were the collectable toys, coins, guitars, skateboards, furniture, kitchenware, glasses, and of course the vintage records. My personal favorite was a record of "Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of the Moon." As the nostalgia echoed memories from my past an hour maybe two flew bye, and yet I could have spent the rest of my afternoon there lost in time.The keeper of this treasure chest is Ray. He’s a super chill dude with a great sense of humor and plenty of talk story too. Ray knows his stuff and can tell you anything you need to know about anything you find in his treasure chest.A famous Captain named Jack Sparrow once said, “Not all treasure’s silver and gold, mate.”

Donna Rett

2024-04

One of the best thrift stores on the Big Island. He has a large variety of things. If you need it he probably has it. Prices are very fair and he is super friendly. Love, love, love. Will shop there as often as I can.

Spencer

2024-04

Absolutely beautiful piece, fair price and friendly service. Highly recommended, I will definitely be back!

Stephen Paulmier

2024-04

But a nice Yamaha piano there very good price for a good service. Excellent spot for everything you need.

L Frost

2023-05

Great thrift shop! Fills a major void on the Big Island. Cool vintage items, great period pieces, and - in my case - an excellent source for feeding my antique bottle habit! Thanks, Ray! Let me know if you find any uranium pieces!

Dayne Kroll

2023-05

I've been buying odds and ends from Ray since before he moved to his new location. He stands by his sales and avoids shoveling B.S. Yesterday I bought an $800 folding bike for $225! It's in pristine condition and I couldn't be happier! Thanks Ray cya soon!

Adrienne Saballa

2022-05

Very cool place, my husband and I scored priceless items, lots of flavored items for one's to explore, a surely hidden treasured store in Hilo, Right on Ray keep up the good work.Mahalo Nui!

blake rumage

2022-05

One of my favorite shops in Hawaii! Ray was very nice and helpful. Lots a unique items and Hawaiian artist!

Lisa T Lynn

2023-05

Enjoyed stopping by. Wish we could have gotten the pretty stained glass shades in our suitcase. Well visit again next year

alan fine

2020-05

Great place. A collectors paradise. I bought and traded. I am really happy.It's like a museum, flea market combined. The prices are right. Thanks Ray.

shawn stewart

2023-05

A really nice shop with lots of cool stuff. Great people to do business with too.

Melanie McDonald

2022-05

One of my favorite places on Hilo to treasure hunt!