Perched on the rim of Kīlauea caldera with a fantastic view toward Halema‘uma‘u crater, the historic Volcano House Hotel is set within the iconic Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. The hotel benefits from a prime location opposite the Visitors' Center and within an easy drive of the viewing points for the crater and the Chain of Craters Road.
Built in 1846, the hotel has two restaurants serving locally sourced meat and seafood, tropical cocktails and light appetizers. Communal areas also include a dining room, snack bar, lounge with TV and a gift shop, and the hotel regularly holds cultural events and demonstrations to ensure guests gain an insight into the traditional Hawaiian lifestyle. In addition, guests can enjoy access to a lending library, board and card games, free bicycle rentals and daily guided walks around the park.
The 33 guest rooms each overlook Kīlauea caldera, offering stunning views of the glowing Halema‘uma‘u crater beyond ohia trees and lehua flowers, which are part of the park's natural ecosystem. While there are no TVs in order to maintain the tranquility of the area, rooms do benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi access and iPads, with the modern amenities contrasting with the rustic island decor. Due to the property's elevation of 1,219 meters, air conditioning is not necessary and heaters are provided, although a fan can be found in each room should guests require some cooling.
Volcano House Hotel also manages ten rustic cabins in the nearby Namakanipaio Campground, which also has space for regular tents for those looking for a more traditional camping experience.
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Tour ideas in The island of Hawaiʻi
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Volcano House as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Hawaii Big Island Private Guided Tour ![Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii]()
Hawaii Big Island Private Guided Tour
Hawaii Big Island Private Guided Tour
Accompanied by a local guide, you'll visit some of the island of Hawaiʻi's volcanic sites on this private tour, as well as its beaches. The tour starts in Volcanoes National Park, viewing an active shield volcano, and can end on the coast.
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Manta Ray Night Snorkel ![Manta Ray Night Snorkel, Hawaii (Big Island)]()
Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Manta Ray Night Snorkel
Manta rays feed most prolifically at night, and on this experience you can snorkel above them as they glide slowly through the waters around Hawaii scooping up plankton. The trip is led by a team of qualified guides.
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Mauna Kea Summit & Stars
Mauna Kea Summit & Stars
Journeying to the summit of dormant volcano Mauna Kea for sunset, you can navigate the Hawaiian night sky by telescope under the expertise of your stargazing guide. On the way, you’ll see the lava flows of the volcanically shaped landscape.
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