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Volcano Forest Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
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Room (Botanical)
Front of property
View from property
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025

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Highlights

Lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room (Honeycreeper)

Room (Honeycreeper)

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Lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Rainforest)

Room (Rainforest)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Botanical)

Room (Botanical)

Highlights

Lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
Outdoor spa tub

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About the area

Map
19-4034 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI, 96785

What's nearby

  • Kīlauea Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Volcano House - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Volcano Golf and Country Club - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Kilauea - 7 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thai Thai Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Volcano Garden Arts - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Big O's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Volcano Forest Inn

Bed & breakfast near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Located close to Cooper Center and Thurston Lava Tube, Volcano Forest Inn provides free on-the-go breakfast and a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Lanais, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside posted reception hours are requested to contact hotel in advance using information found in booking confirmation. Please note: Guests will be asked to remove their shoes upon entering the hotel.

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per stay.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Forest Volcano
Volcano Forest
Volcano Forest Inn
Volcano Forest Inn Hawaii
Volcano Forest Inn Volcano
Volcano Forest Inn Bed & breakfast
Volcano Forest Inn Bed & breakfast Volcano

Frequently asked questions

Is Volcano Forest Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Volcano Forest Inn?

As of 31 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Volcano Forest Inn on 8 Jan 2025 start from AU$256.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Volcano Forest Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Volcano Forest Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Volcano Forest Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Volcano Forest Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Cooper Center. Thurston Lava Tube and Volcano House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 125 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol, abingdon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having booked this online, I was pleasantly surprised upon arrival. The inn is in the rainforest, and very charming. Our host greeted us upon arrival and was extremely helpful throughout our stay. Everything was very clean, spacious, and conveniently located to Volcano National Park. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Saurabh

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Close to the NP
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay when visiting Hawai'i and Volcanoes National Park! Super helpful check-in instructions and the breakfast in the morning is just what's needed for long days hiking!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location being within 1 mile of the entrance to Hawaii Volcano National Park. Jon our host was wonderful!! He met us upon our arrival and provided us with information for our stay. The Volcano Forest Inn was exactly what we were looking for near the national park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

curtis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Volcano Forest Inn!! It was SO close to the National Park!! Jon was super helpful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secluded and surrounded by the forest lends a quite, restful feel to the inn. Conveniently located just a few miles from volcanoes national park and the gracious proprietor made for a great visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to our destination, roomey and breakfast available to our liking😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jon has a great place near Volcano National Park. The room was very clean and extremely roomy. The bed was comfy and waking up to see the lush ferns and flowers was great. There are snacks and breakfast drinks ready in the morning. I've stayed here twice now and will again on my next trip to Hawaii. Treat yourself to a wonderful pace to experience the big island
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jon was an excellent host. Property is 200 yards from a lightly traveled riad so very quiet. Surrounded by tropical forest only 1 mile from entrance to volcanoes national park and 25 minutes from Hilo. Room was huge, about 27'x21' with a private covered deck to listen to the rain and pheasants who occupy the surrounding forest at night. Building has a sgared common area with common kitchen. We never saw another patron and Jon was discreet. Just what we needed to recharge our batteries and have easy access to a fantasti park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great place off the beaten path, but easy to get there and the sleep was great because in the rainforest
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet place. Not what I’d call an actual “B&B”. But he was upfront about that so it was what I expected. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Beverly

Travelled with family
They stated there would be a $120 cleaning fee which was not shown at the time of booking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with our experience at VFI. The place is absolutely immaculate and the owner is hospitality personified. My highest recommendation!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasuyo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very quiet and cozy place where you can drive to Volcano National Park only in a few mins. We stayed at VFI for 2 days so that we could fully enjoy the national park, and we totally did enjoy the whole experience!! We were a little bit worried about where to grab our lunch and dinner. VFI kindly provided us great information about restaurants and grocery stores around Volcano, which made our stay so much easier!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jon is AWESOME!!
Jon was very communicative and helpful!! The room was HUGE and just what we needed. We had the Ginger Room which had a nice lanai with sliding doors from the room. So glad we brought our groceries. We used the kitchen and coffee was available in the morning. Coin Laundry down the street. 10/10 I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
I liked the location in the rain forest 🌳 I would have liked to have had a stopper For the bathtub 🛀 I also think that you should add the two light bulbs to the bathroom light fixture! Empty sockets can be dangerous!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Not much of a breakfast, poor bed.otherwise ok— close to park.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about Volcano Forest Inn is a scam. Please do your research before throwing your money away. Lack of hospitality, false advertising & a never ending list of rules with financial repercussions. PLEASE don’t support these places that are only in business for financial gain and nothing more. Do your homework before giving away your hard earned money.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nova

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is not a traditional B&B. It is a bad Airbnb, complete with chores, fines, and signage everywhere. It is the most unwelcoming place I've ever stayed, truly taking the host out of hospitality. The only time I saw him was when he was when he was on his way out for errands, and he required that I pay the "cleaning and service fee" in cash or Venmo. Shady AF for a commercial establisment. Considering the general lack of cleanliness and service, I have my suspicions. In fact, if you aren't timely enough with this shady fee buried in the extra details of your booking, he locks you out. That's right. He prints your name in large, bold letters, tapes it to the front door, and deactivates your front door code. So, if you can't figure out how to access the walls of text you get from this place that are somehow unfindable in the Expedia app, you can scan the QR code while you cool your heels on the porch of the place you've already paid hundreds to stay at. You would think a place that is so concerned about guest security (cameras, fine for leaving the patio door unlocked, COVID so the host is completely absent) would not misuse guests' PII so grossly. Just stay somewhere else. Seriously. If you have no other options, do try to read your multiple walls of texts carefully. They are accessible from an email with a link somewhere. Be prepared to make your own coffee, wash your own dishes, and find breakfast elsewhere. See my Google review for more details.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
High fees
Very high fees charged without notice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
John is an excellent host, and the room and public areas were lovely. It was comfortable and inviting, clean and convenient to the park. We heartily recommend Volcano Forest Inn
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirill

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023