Magical Lava Temple! Eco-Retreat w/ Volcano Views
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
Magical Lava Temple is a three-bedroom, one-bathroom off-grid retreat in Hawaii County, described as about four miles from the base of the world’s most active volcano. The solar-powered home is surrounded by lava fields and offers wraparound views, including ocean and volcano scenery. Its public rating is 4.81 out of 5 from 785 reviews.
Rooms
The sleeping areas comprise an upstairs loft with a queen bed and double daybed, a Bamboo Room with a canopy-style double bed, and an enclosed Sunrise Room with a full bed; the stated capacity is up to five guests. The home has an open-air layout and no traditional doors, a distinctive feature to consider when choosing it. One full bathroom has a hot shower and lava-stone floors, and fresh linens and towels are provided.
Amenities
The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, Nutribullet, spices, and tea; an ironing board and outdoor grill are also listed. Other listed amenities include free parking, Wi-Fi, a crib, beach access, and pet-friendly, kid-friendly, and smoke-free policies. Solar power supports the off-grid home, and guests are asked to conserve energy after dark; Wi-Fi is described as best for light use.
Location & Dining
Kehena Black Sand Beach is about a 13-minute drive away, Uncle Robert’s Awa Bar & Farmers Market about seven minutes, and Pahoa town about 17 minutes. Pohoiki Black Sand Beach is about 30 minutes away, while Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is about 58 minutes away. Nearby dining options include Aloha Lava Pizza and Kaimu Korner Pizza, as well as Pahoa Fresh Fish, Kaleo’s Bar & Grill, and Luquin’s Mexican Restaurant.
Guest Support
Guests have access to the entire retreat, and a caretaker lives nearby in a separate house and is available for assistance. The property has a private driveway; the host information also notes a gate that is locked at night. Quiet hours are 9 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Best for
This retreat suits travelers seeking an unusual, nature-focused stay for meditation, yoga, or eco-adventures, particularly those comfortable with an open-air home that has no traditional doors. It can accommodate up to five guests and offers a kitchen, outdoor grill, free parking, and access by car to beaches and Pahoa-area dining.
Travel tips
A car is recommended: Kehena Black Sand Beach is about a 13-minute drive away, Pahoa town about 17 minutes, and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park about 58 minutes. Hilo International Airport is listed about 41.6 km away. Plan for an off-grid stay by conserving solar energy after dark, and note the 9 p.m.–8 a.m. quiet hours and open-air, no-traditional-doors layout.
What guests say
The excerpts describe the retreat as original, private, and quiet, and one guest praised the host’s quick responses. Guests also note that the open layout has no interior doors, which may feel more like camping than a conventional home and may be an unwelcome surprise if not expected. Reported nuisances include mosquitoes, loud frogs, and large cockroaches at night.
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