Dancing Bamboo Cottage - Your Cozy Getaway Near Volcanoes Nat'l Park
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Setting
Dancing Bamboo Cottage is a detached studio in the rural Royal Hawaiian Estates area near Volcano. It sits on a three-acre property surrounded by upcountry rainforest, including bamboo, guava, ʻōhiʻa trees, anthuriums, and hapuʻu ferns. Another rental, Dancing Ferns, is on the property; the units share a parking area but have separate outdoor areas.
The Cottage
The one-bedroom, one-bath studio is set up for up to two guests, with a king bed, a cozy sitting area, and Hawaiian plantation-style décor. Its bathroom has a walk-in marble shower. The cottage is described as having a kitchenette; a mini-fridge, coffee maker, microwave, toaster, and rice cooker are also listed.
Amenities
Guests have Wi-Fi, cable TV, a DVD/CD player with a selection of movies, a patio, and free parking. Towels and linens are provided. There is no air conditioning, washer or dryer, or on-site phone; the property information notes that cell service is good.
Dining Nearby
There is no on-site restaurant identified, but dining options are available around Volcano. Café Ono & Catering is listed about 5.0 km away, Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant about 5.8 km away, Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe about 5.9 km away, and Uncle George's Lounge at The Volcano House about 8.6 km away.
Area & Activities
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is described as about a five-minute drive away, while hiking and cave exploring are among the area’s outdoor activities. Volcano Golf and Country Club, Volcano Winery, Akatsuka Orchid Gardens, and Aloha Candy Company are also suggested area stops. The listing gives Hilo as about 35 minutes away and Punaluʻu Black Sands Beach as about 35 minutes away.
Best for
This cottage suits solo travelers or couples looking for a quiet, rainforest setting and a base near Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. The king bed, kitchenette, Wi-Fi, free parking, and nearby Volcano dining options support a self-sufficient stay, while the studio is sized for two rather than larger groups.
Travel tips
A car is useful for reaching the park, restaurants, and other island sights; Hilo International Airport is listed about 33.9 km away, and the property description estimates a 35-minute drive to Hilo. Pack a warm layer: the listing notes that Volcano-area nights can fall into the low 40s°F, and there is no air conditioning. The cottage shares a parking area with Dancing Ferns, another rental on the property, but the outdoor areas are separate.
What guests say
Guests commonly praise the cottage’s cleanliness, quiet and secluded setting, comfortable stay, and convenient proximity to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; some also report helpful communication and an easy arrival. A reviewer noted concerns about sheer curtains and privacy, and another mentioned having to empty the dehumidifier. One review raised concerns about a cigarette smell, a pillowcase, and bed comfort, so guest experiences on room condition were not uniformly positive. The public rating is 4.28 from 66 reviews.
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