Mountain View Retreat Unit 2 - highly rated on leading vacation rental sites!
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Mountain View Retreat Unit 2 is a guest house in Hawaiian Acres, described as a peaceful retreat in a lush rainforest setting. The property is about 8 miles (13 minutes, according to the listing) from Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Amenities
The unit offers free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a microwave, and free on-site parking. The listing also notes a smart TV, mini fridge, water cooler, hair dryer, linens, towels, basic dishes and silverware, and shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.
Outdoor Setting
Guests can have morning coffee or tea on a private lanai. The property is presented as a quiet, green setting rather than a hotel with documented recreational facilities or on-site dining.
Getting Around and Nearby Dining
Two bus stops on Highway 11 near Glenwood are about 0.94–0.95 km away. The listing places Keaau 12.2 miles away and Hilo 20.4 miles away; nearby dining options include Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe, about 11 km away, and Ohia Lehua Cafe, about 11.1 km away.
Best for
This guest house suits travelers seeking a quiet rainforest base for visiting Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, which the listing places about 8 miles away. Free parking, Wi-Fi, and a private lanai are useful for guests who want a simple, self-contained stay; a second guest house, Mountain View Retreat Unit 1, is also on the property for larger parties to consider.
Travel tips
A car is practical for reaching the national park, Hilo, and the other listed destinations; free parking is available on the premises. The nearest listed bus stops are about 0.94–0.95 km away on Highway 11 near Glenwood, but transit schedules are not provided. The listing estimates 13 minutes to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and 33 minutes to Hilo.
What guests say
The available review excerpt praises the location, cleanliness, and the unit being stocked with needed items. It also notes effective host communication. No negative themes are evident in the supplied excerpt, though the public rating is based on only four reviews.
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