Volcano Forest Inn (VFI)
19-4034 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, Volcano, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
Volcano Forest Inn is a colorful, three-star bed-and-breakfast set on five acres of tropical gardens in Volcano, Hawaiʻi. It has a public rating of 4 out of 5 from 96 reviews.
Rooms
The inn has four airy rooms with hardwood floors and private decks overlooking the rainforest. Each room is described as having a minifridge, free Wi-Fi and cable TV; one guest review also describes the king suite as spacious.
Breakfast & On-site Services
A complimentary continental breakfast and parking are provided, and the property has a barbecue grill. No other amenities are documented.
Location
The inn is a six-minute walk from the Volcano Art Center and about 2 miles from the Kīlauea Visitor Center. Nearby sights include Nāhuku Lava Tube, about 1.6 km away, Kīlauea Iki Crater, about 2 km away, and Devastation Trail, about 3 km away.
Best for
The inn suits visitors looking for a small, garden-set B&B with a rainforest-view deck and a base for exploring Volcano-area sights. Its proximity to the Volcano Art Center, Kīlauea Visitor Center and Nāhuku Lava Tube is especially useful for guests focused on local attractions.
Travel tips
The Volcano Art Center is within a six-minute walk, while the Kīlauea Visitor Center is about 2 miles away; Nāhuku Lava Tube is roughly 1.6 km from the inn. One reviewer described the approach as a dirt road, so consider confirming access and arrival details with the property before travel.
What guests say
Guests describe the rooms as comfortable and clean, and several praise the staff as kind, responsive and helpful, including with information about Volcano-area visits. Breakfast, the location and perceived value also receive positive mentions. Some feedback describes dated room furnishings or beds that felt too soft. One reviewer reported a dispute over additional fees and reimbursement, and another noted discomfort with a drone overhead; these concerns appear in individual excerpts rather than as a consistent theme.
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