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Volcano Forest Inn

3.5 star property

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Room (Botanical) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Coffee service
Terrace/patio
Room (Rainforest) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
19-4034 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI, 96785
  • Cooper Center
    15 min walk
  • Volcano Garden Arts
    19 min walk
  • Kilauea Iki Overlook
    20 min walk
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    41 min drive

Room options

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Room (Ginger) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Ginger)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room (Honeycreeper) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Honeycreeper)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Rainforest) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Rainforest)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Botanical) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Room (Botanical)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Volcano Forest Inn

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
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 a ceiling fan. Rooms open to lanais. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes desks. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. 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 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 a free on-the-go breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

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

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
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

  • 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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; 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
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.

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. 66 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 121 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Tareq

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places i have stayed at , at first i was scared because it was in the middle of the forest but then i was surprised of how clean and big the rooms are , the rooms are a bit cold but there is a small heater that wotks great , Jon was a very nice host and we kept communicating through out my stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location and close to Vocanos National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view and night sounds are very tranquil and relaxing. It is a bit far from the airport though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, spacious property, kind staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! Very nice staff. Lovely location near food and the Volcano National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Max, La Porte

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

jeanne

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023