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Volcano Forest Inn

3.5 star property

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Room (Botanical)
TV, DVD player
Hiking

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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19-4034 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI, 96785
  • Place, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cooper Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilauea Iki Overlook
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden wardrobe, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Room (Honeycreeper)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Rainforest)

Room (Rainforest)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Botanical)

Room (Botanical)

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Ginger)

Room (Ginger)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Volcano Forest Inn

This bed & breakfast features coffee/tea in a common area, express check-out, and free breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Limited housekeeping is available.
Volcano Forest Inn offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and ceiling fans. Rooms open to lanais. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include desks. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Volcano bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Volcano Forest Inn, you'll be within walking distance of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a terrace and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Cooper Center
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Volcano Forest Inn also features a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Volcano bed & breakfast.

Guests are served free on-the-go breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

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 available
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 will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and smart lock details. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number 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

Volcano Forest Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 192 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

LaReta

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rustic setting & basic accommodations. Lots of space. Nice having kitchen available. Mattresses need upgraded or thick mattress pads added. Would also recommend removing the old combination key lock on the front door as it was a bit confusing when we got there late at night until we noticed the electronic keypad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The place needs some TLC. For example, the ceiling light in the hallway was missing the glass shade. Our bathroom light only had bulbs in 2 or the 4 sockets. Paint should be touched up. And breakfast was absolute bare minimum. I threw away an orange that had turned green but was still in the fruit bowl.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Yuetian, Moorpark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room is nice, big and clean, but this place doesn’t feel welcoming. Arrivals at door but code not working even the host is right there in living room won’t open door for us. Had to pay the fee first then a new code sent to me. Before I use the new code the host opened the door. First thing heard from him was kids not welcome and they like to be quiet even we don’t have any kids. We stayed 3 nights, room never cleaned, had to ask for fresh towels. Location is good, very close to volcano national park. Entrance is bit hard to see if coming dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and excellent community on with the host. Walkable to restaurants and close to Hawaii Volcanoes NP.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Needs a nightstand with lamp on both sides of bed. Room nice and large but only two chairs and small table. The shower head is mounted so close to the wall, with no adjustments, that my butt was being poked by the faucet each time I showered. Room was very cold and just one small heater which did nothing to heat the room. Slept with our jackets and clothes on. Mattress was lumpy and not comfortable. No countertops in bathroom. Only one luggage rack. Really needs two. Jon, the owner, was very nice. But I never got a chance to tell him about the room problems.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ronald H.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Out side was not maintained. No view/ Breakfast as OK and provided. Clean interior.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nancy A.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The "driveway" is a hard to find the first time, and it's a bit rough (take it slow) but the Inn is fine. Our room was very large, although it could use a couch to fill up the space and provide a comfy place to relax. The TV is very small, but we never wanted to watch anything anyway. The breakfast items provided are rather spartan but I realized it's not a fancy bed and breakfast, rather an airbnb sort of accommodation with a shared kitchen. The coffee was fine although I would have appreciated real creamer and not the powdered stuff (yes, I could and did buy milk at the local store to put in the shared fridge). Altogether the VFI is not luxurious but does its job.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We just had a nice couple of days/nights there. It's close to the Park and very relaxing and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jon was an excellent, friendly, and helpful host who even offered to buy groceries for us when he went to Hilo. The inn was conveniently located next to the Volcano National Forest, which we visited often.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cam So Fong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
VFI is very close to Volcano National Park and it was the main reason why we chose to stay here. The house is nestled in the rainforest with a short drive from the main road so its very quiet. Our room is spacious with many windows facing the rainforest and a big patio. Our room is comfortable and pleasant. We stayed 4 nights and enjoyed it very much. The host, Jon, is also a very nice guy and approachable. Breakfast is a grab and go and has plenty of fresh fruits which is a bonus!
Mauna Kea sunset
crater
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alexander, Oxford

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

It was a very memorable stay! Beautiful, quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Preston

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed is truly unconfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Nguyen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Volcano Forest Inn exceeded expectations. It was the perfect setting and quite the adventure driving in the light rain a few hundred yards down a dirt road surrounded by thick trees to finally arrive at this beautiful Inn nestled in the Volcano Forest. Jon texted very detailed instructions and information prior to my arrival which was very useful as well as welcoming. If I texted a question, he would promptly respond. Jon was there to greet me as I drove up and was very friendly and helpful. He showed me all of the amenities: an accommodating kitchen full of kitchenware, plenty of snacks, coffee, tea, fresh fruit, pasties, etc.; the living room with a flatscreen TV showing a live stream of the volcano; my room which was very spacious, clean, and comfortable. Although all of the rooms were occupied, it was always quiet and peaceful. Not once did I encounter another guest while using the kitchen to get coffee and breakfast during my entire stay. It truly felt like I had the whole place to myself. Volcanoes National Park was minutes away and the close location made it very convenient for me to access the Park whenever the lava was flowing. I will stay at this beautiful, and serene Inn every time I visit the Big Island from south Maui. I was looking for peace and solitude and found it at the Volcano Forest Inn. Unforgettable experience!
Road to the Inn
Clean, spacious, comfortable room
Kitchen with everything
Living Room with volcano live-stream
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Plenty of space in a quiet location in Volcano. Along with a full shared kitchen, there is a community refrigerator/freezer, which I wasn't sure about based on the online description. Jon, the property manager was always available, but stayed out of the way. Check in/out was easy and the price was reasonable. There is a separate cleaning fee of $80 which you'll need to figure in to your budget.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Menifee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Extra large room, private lanai, very clean and comfortable. Host was so nice and helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRAd, huntington beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Suzette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property is a good value for money, with a full shared kitchen and a good shower going a long way to make up for visibly worn surfaces. We had one maintenance item that was quickly attended to.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was an overnight - it’s really in the forest! Big room would be perfect for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location, but......

Location was great. Overall, the Inn was ok. The common area needed be spruced up and cleaned. The room itself was clean, but had a very strong musty odor. ( I do realise that we were in the rainforest ) . I think the area rug held the odor in. We actually thought about leaving earlier than planned, but we just were there to sleep. All of our communication was done via text and email. We never met the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Aidan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is very basic. No glasses or tissues in the bathroom, although glasses are available in the shared kitchen. The host, Jon, is very friendly. The location, as shown on Google maps, is incorrect. Better instructions before arrival are essential. The beds are comfortable but the bedding is too heavy for the climate. This is an acceptable choice but is only okay, not great. $80 cleaning fee for a basic room is excessive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025