A wonderful guest house right in the heart of Volcano Village…read more My wife and I enjoyed all the special attentions that made Volcano House Hale Kapa Kahi such a very special place for us on our vacation to Hawaii. The cottage in the rain forest was beautiful,comfortable and very private. Highly recommended to all travelers.

Wonderful place to stay. Richard was a fantastic host. He was there upon our arrival, showed us…read moreeverything in the house and then left us to enjoy it. He was nearby if needed, but gave us our privacy. The cottage was very private and surrounded by tropical foliage. The decor made it warm, cozy and it had everything you could possibly need to make the vacation a great one; a nice fire, cozy quilts, various kitchen equipment....even waffle mix to go with the waffle maker. Great attention to detail! It was extremely close to the Volcano National Park entrance....the location couldn't have been better. Great little vacation. Thanks Richard!

About the only positive thing I can say is that it's close to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park…read more The issues: - Upon arrival around 5ish PM, there was no one around to greet us. Finally someone was running around and told my travel buddy to look for an envelope in the basket. - The room: Small, kind of musty/moldy kind of vibe. The bed was small and squeaky. You need a key to turn on the electricity. Also, there is no TV! - No potable water in the room. The provided water in the carafe had mold on the lid. - Bathroom: The shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel were all filled about 1/4th of the way. The shower gel wasn't even labeled. Very little counter space for toiletries. - Breakfast: I was expecting something a little more substantial. There were papaya boats and banana bread. - No shoes inside policy. Sorry, I wasn't leaving my shoes outside the room. Rain? Bugs? Heck no! All in all, I didn't see the value for $285 for a single night. This was my first time ever staying at a BnB and I didn't feel like it was very hospitable.

Fell in love with this place. You should stay here to visit the volcanoes. Plenty of space,…read morepeople were very nice.

This is not the HILTON or MGM Grand, but it sure does work…read more Leg 2 of our Hawaii trip. Definitely was a memorable one thanks to Art & Orchids B&B. We got in fairly late as we came from Kona side. We took a lot more extra time stopping at various points. Exhausted, we found our room (Rainbow room) quaint, pleasant and clean. Big room, walk in closet and quaint bathroom beside the common living area with kitchenette, refrigerator for guest use. Very eclectic design for sure! Most of the items are local artist which is great community support! It felt very homey. You are definitely in the middle of nature. Set in the middle, it was practical for our trip calendar which consisted of the surrounding areas of Keaau. Hilo, Volcano, Pahoa, etc was within close proximity and took no longer than 20-30 minutes to arrive. They were very accomodating! Thanks again! The breakfast buffet was excellent and fresh. There was enough for everyone. Markie was very hospitalable to help guide the days planned (Thanks for the Richardson tip!). There is sunscreen, aloe vera, snorkeling, bath towels, bath mats also available for guest use. Which was very convinient. We definitely would keep this B&B in mind on our next trip to the Big Island. Day 1 - Falls galore. Rainbow, Akaka, Pe'e Pe'e & Boiling Pots. Richardson Park where we saw a giant green turtle coming to bay to rest! What an amazing site! Some of the locals were also spear fishing! Day 2 - Volcano Park. Took about 30 minutes to get to. We were there until 8pm to glare at the luminous Lava glow ! The brightest in over 10 years! Room Tip: All the rooms are great ! See more room tips

This is my second time here. My boyfriend and I absolutely love this b&b! The scenery is gorgeous…read more The sounds of the frogs and birds are soothing and something you won't experience on many other parts of the island. There is a hot tub that lights up different colors and sits in the midst of the beautiful scenery. There is also a nice pool area with a rock waterfall flowing into it. The breakfast is complete with granolas, various fruits, monkey bread, toast, creamy eggs, coffee, assorted teas, etc. There is a large living room with books and games. There are plenty of places to hang out. The road leading to the B&B isn't that bad. However, the short road to the driveway has a lot of pot holes. They're easy to get around and this part of the drive only lasts a couple of minutes. Don't let this tiny thing discourage you. This place is great and the hospitality is excellent. We will be back again.

From the moment we ran into a few unexpected hiccups with our reservation, Carlos and John went…read moreabove and beyond to make things right. They treated us with such kindness, patience, and genuine care, never making us feel like we were an inconvenience. It was obvious they worked as a team, communicated well, and were committed to making sure we had a wonderful experience. What could have been a frustrating start to our stay quickly became a reminder of how much exceptional hospitality matters. Their professionalism, empathy, and positive attitudes turned the situation around completely. They made us feel welcomed, valued, and truly cared for, and because of them, we'll remember this stay for all the right reasons. Thank you again Carlos and John for the outstanding service you provided and making such a meaningful difference in our trip!

I really wanted to like this place as much as the other reviewers, but call it dumb luck that we…read morehad a few not-so-good discoveries during our stay. PROS *Modern bathrooms with heated floors and a heated towel rack. *Clean sheets and a comfortable mattress. *Dehumidifier. *In-room breakfast and coffee. CONS *Found a used pair of men's underwear under the bed. *Two of the six legs of the bed were broken. *Low-drain toilet that is easy to clog, also evidenced by the next point. *Broken plunger, which made unclogging the toilet take longer than it should. Then, it wasn't replaced after our reporting it, so we had no choice but to use the broken plunger the second night as well. Protip: flush multiple times while you're using the toilet instead of once after you're finished like you would normally do. *The bathroom window is large and faces the front walkway, and although there is a blur effect on it, people can still easily make out your naked body if they decided to look in. *Saw at least three bugs (including one in the electrical outlet that we couldn't do anything about). The bungalow is charming and as modern as it can be, but you are essentially staying in a rural area with lots of nature. While the staff were friendly and apologetic about the underwear and plunger, I feel like they could have temporarily replaced the plunger with one from another room that wasn't being used, especially if clogged toilets are a known issue. The Volcano Village Estates is not a bad place to stay, is close to Volcano National Park, is better priced than other accommodations in the area, and I can easily see how one could have a better experience then we did.

We came in for a buffet breakfast with all the choices. A…read moreformerWW2 military detention camp visited by Eisenhower when he was a General. Set up is a big mess hall with tables n chairs. A buffet, so you can have seconds. Excellent Black Coffee in a thick military white cup. Sign me up Sarge!

Now the Visitor Center, the facility has restrooms (porta-potties) small snacks and maps of the…read morevolcano. If you have small children, you can also have them participate in the Junior Ranger program.

Super stay and comfy kitschy place with great views. We also really enjoyed our meal here…read more We ticked a bucket list item off with this stay! Mahalo!

Updating my review based on our experience last October. This hotel has really improved. The front…read moredesk is great and very helpful. An excellent stay for viewing Kilauea!

Not for me and first time I've had to leave a day early from our booking. Looks like others have…read moreenjoyed the place so different strokes for different folks. In my opinion this place needs a lot of work. It's a private home that has been converted into a "lodge". If you want privacy then book the suite, the other rooms are within the house. Make sure to ask questions about air conditioning as I'm pretty sure there is only one room in the main house with a wall unit. I don't think the cats that stroll the property are house broken because we had a problem with that. The host was nice until I voiced complaints. Buyer beware!

To sum up our stay at the Ma'ukele Lodge in 1 word, "Enchanting." If i could use another word it…read morewould be "Magical." Raven and Mark have woven a lot of magic into this place over the years. From the unique breakfasts with geckos that leaves you spellbound, to the meticulously manicured tropical wonderland they simply call a yard. The thoughtful decor that is woven throughout, everywhere you look reveal hidden surprises on a daily basis. We spent an entire week exploring this magical landscape mesmerized by all of the attention to detail and yet every moment revealed something new we didnt notice before. Raven's intuitive nature seems to anticipate your needs while her friendly personality makes you feel like you are Ohana. Her eye for art is uncanny and it is the glue that seems to bind the whole property together. Mark's knowledge of the area's history and culture answers any and all questions you might have and even makes you feel, even if for a moment, like you are living it as he tells it! If the lava has done anything for this place it has helped it remain pristine while it transitions into the new age. Would i return? Only if I'm lucky enough. Mahalo & Aloha

I didn't make for the E-dance or Holiday Festivities or New Years Festivities but I met some people…read morewho partook in them and expressed a good time. I went for a yoga class led by Marcia, 90 minutes flew by. There's places to stay, a store etc

Michael the bald guy who works at kalani is so rude…read more He told me to fuck off this morning because I pulled into the "wrong" entrance Because two women and two dogs were standing in the entrance He met me with such aggression first thing in the morning, I asked for an apology and he refused. I'm amazed that they want to treat their customers this way, I live nearby and go there every day. This is not okay, I'm not sure why he can get away with treating people this way living right in the front of the retreat center. Not Pono.