Peaceful Volcano lodge with a hot tub
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Setting
This cedar-style lodge in Hawaiian Acres has a forest-facing setting among native ʻōhiʻa trees and hapuʻu plants. Guests approach along a gravel path and enter via a few steps; a small covered patio provides an outdoor spot to sit.
Guest Room
The described guest room has a queen bed, large windows looking onto the Hawaiʻi forest, and a private bathroom with a shower and tub. A coffee bar, mini fridge, microwave, and private table support simple meals and drinks in the room.
Amenities
Listed amenities include a hot tub, free Wi-Fi and parking, cable TV, a fireplace, heating, and a kitchen. The room description also notes an electric heater for cool Volcano nights; the property is smoke-free, and a crib is listed.
Dining Nearby
Nearby options include Café Ono & Catering, a vegetarian restaurant about 451 m away, and Aunty Pon’s Thai Food Truck and Hopper’s BBQ & Smoke House, each roughly 850 m away. Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe and Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant are about 1.0–1.2 km away, with additional restaurants and cafes in the surrounding area.
Area
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and the Kīlauea Visitor Center are among the area's nature and sightseeing draws; Volcano Golf and Country Club and Volcano Winery are also noted as nearby activities. Hilo International Airport is listed 36,819 m away, while Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport is 92,824 m away.
Best for
This lodge suits couples or independent travelers looking for a quiet, rustic-feeling forest stay, with a queen bed, private table, hot tub, and large windows facing the surrounding greenery. It can also work for families who value the kid-friendly listing and crib, though the gravel approach and steps are worth considering.
Travel tips
Plan for a car to reach the lodge and explore the Volcano area; the listed airports are many kilometers away, with Hilo International Airport the closest of the three provided. The property uses water catchment, and its water is not suitable for drinking or cooking: some bottled water is provided, but bring additional drinking water. Nearby food options include Café Ono & Catering about 451 m away and several restaurants within roughly 1.5 km.
What guests say
Reviews describe a rustic, nature-focused stay, with guests noting the forest view and a comfortable bed. The hot tub is mentioned as a welcome addition, and the short overall ratings include positive assessments. One guest reported that the water was not drinkable and that the initial bottled supply was inadequate, requiring additional water stops.
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