Holo Holo In

It's a 40 year old hostel. It's not a resort. I see reviews about how the 77 year old man "maintains" the place by himself. Be a good person show Aloha ya bro could use a little help.

This place is owned by a Japanese guy who is incredibly helpful with every single guest. The place is really clean, everybody has to remove their shoes before entering. And the location is great as it is so close to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Upon entering the room, it was immediately apparent that the place was not clean. The odor inside was quite unpleasant. The mattress cover was stained, and there were no bed covers. As a nurse, I found the condition of the room to be quite disgusting and disappointing for our group. Despite the subpar conditions, we had no other option but to stay as we arrived late, and no other lodges were willing to accommodate us without prior notice. Although the place was inexpensive, it was not worth it, especially considering we had to share the space with others. The overall maintenance of the place was poor. If you are searching for an excellent place to stay, I recommend considering the Volcano Inn.

I stayed here for 3 nights and really enjoyed it. Satoshi (the owner) is really nice but also gives you your space after showing you around, which I personally really appreciate. I was the only one there my first night and had the run of the place. It was awesome! The other 2 nights I shared facilities and never had a problem with bathroom or kitchen availability. Shower water was always very hot.||The town of Volcano can get damp and chilly, and the house is old (but very clean). So kind of expect to feel like you're staying at your grandpa's big house who you don't know very well. ||Towels and sheets were provided. Coffee is instant, so if you like ground coffee, bring your own. There's a little food provided (oatmeal and pasta was available while I was there), so you won't starve to death if the local grocery store is closed when you need to go.||This place is perfect as a base camp for exploring Volcanoes National Park and the town of Volcano.||Tip:|Eat at Thai Thai and/or Kilauea Lodge nearby. SO GOOD.

We stayed last April 2017 for a few nights. A number of people complained here about the dirt, but I didn't see any dirt or mould worth speaking of. It's in a rainforest on the leeward (and rainy) side of Big Island so judge accordingly for what you're paying for. Yes the storage shed outside is messy (interestingly so I thought!) so don't look at it, it's Mr. Satoshi's private junk pile, not guests' business. The kitchen is maybe outdated yes, but it was more than adequate and just like many hostel kitchens I've seen all over the world. The private bedrooms with bathroom was lovely and panelled with nice pine tongue-in-groove boards I believe. I remember thinking this is beautiful wood, is it imported from the West Coast? And at what cost? The host was interesting and welcoming; Satoshi loves to talk about the world, politics, his travel experience and many other fascinating topics. We didn't meet his wife. There were few guests there when we visited and we often had the massive kitchen all to ourselves. There are interesting things decorating the kitchen, tall cathedral ceiling, a great bookshelf and huge windows all around. He could fix up the outside deck it would improve the place immensely although I'm not sure how much pleasant outdoor time there is in the rainforest. ||||The worst thing about the Holo Holo Inn is that they close it for cleaning like about 5-6 hours a day (11.30 to 4.30?) which is admittedly a little extreme, so you'd better plan your arrival before or after then, because he means it and won't let you in! It could also use a little paint outside, because yes, you're not sure if it is the place you're seeking, until you see a tiny brown sign or VISA brand on the window...So he could work on the signage for the place... but... it is built very solidly with huge impressive beams, which can withstand the many tremors that happen here on the side of the volcano. We woke to a number of tremors in fact. It is very close to the national park and volcano viewing area. I wasn't bothered by any pump noise as others have mentioned. All things considered, the worst things were very minor and in our experience more eccentric than annoying - the hours, the lack of fresh paint outside and the poor signage (and Mr. Satoshi, please clean the pathetic dirty aquarium sitting on the entrance deck and add some water, or close it down!!) But I would certainly go back to Holo Holo and I hope to some day.

This feels like staying in a friend's cabin more so than a hostel. The kitchen was fantastic and a great place to hang out. The place is immaculately clean-- no bugs. I very much enjoyed looking at the national geographic collection as well.

I had a great experience during my stay at Holo holo inn. The place was spacious and clean. The showers had HOT water and very decent water pressure (which I often find lacks in hostels). It was also very quaint, great for those who aren't looking to get woken up by drunken people in their hostel dorm. Great location for those who want to explore different parts of Big Island: 5 minute drive to Volcano National Park, about 1h15 from Hilo, 1h30 from the eastern side (Kalapana town, Kehena beach, Uncle Awa's Wednesday night market; which I all particularly enjoyed), 1h45 from Waipio Valley, 1h30 from South Point and the green sand beach which are gorgeous. Satoshi and his wife were so kind and hospitable. Very good price for value. I will definitely be back! Thank you, Satoshi!||||Emilie from Canada

Thank goodness I had GPS! Warm welcome to this unassuming family run set up. They have a variety of rooms varying from dormitory with shared bathroom facilities to private rooms with private bathrooms. I chose the latter. The sheets on the bed were clean but very stained! No breakfast but there is a communal kitchen with free tea, coffee and hot chocolate (no milk except the powdered variety). The best thing about this place is the Ohelo Cafe which is just down the road. Make a reservation as it is very popular

What an awesome place! We spent two days in the volcano park and this was an amazing daily launching point for our stay. Satoshi and My Huong Yabuki are fantastic and kind hosts! The initial drive-up might make you wonder what's going on w/ this place given that the garage is full of appliances and wires, but don't be fooled. The hostel rooms are great! Very clean rooms, comfy beds, clean bathrooms with good towels and hot showers. There's a large communal kitchen and sitting area w/ a TV. Their home/hostel is off the main drag and peaceful and quiet. One room--the one we had--had a private bathroom. I believe the rest of the rooms have shared baths, but not sure. Satoshi and My Huong Yabuki also have two lovely kids ours really enjoyed playing with both throughout the house and the large property. It was a great stay for all of us and we'd definitely go back!

Great place. Nice room. Comfortable bed. Very very clean. Other guests were very interesting and friendly. Great communal kitchen. Large TV room. Satoshi was very nice. Highly recommend.

Amazing, affordable find. We were only able to stay one night (husband had a fever and we had to move on), but I would love to come back again in the future. Satoshi was so kind, and while we didn't get to interact with the rest of the family, we did get to pet only of the cuddly cats on premise and border collie. The location is lush and quiet. Our room was on the second floor and had a private bath with amazing hot water (needed in Volcano!) and a comfortable bed. Whenever we come back we are definitely staying here again.

Serenity now... This place is tucked away out the back of Volcano village... Feels like a snow cabin only there's no snow, just lava? Ha. Hostel set up is attached to a family home, owners super nice and polite, but leave you to your own devices. Spacious homely kitchen and living area, clean and neat, mattresses super comfy. Gets chilly cold at night, so make the most of extra blanket and heater offers. Location is perf for exploring the national park down the road, however shops/eating in the local village are minimal and expensive... Stock up on supplies back in Kona/Hilo if you're on a budget. Same goes for fuel. Peaceful getaway for getting amongst nature.

Here is the perfect hostel, in a most special place on earth! Wonderful hosts! Satoshi & My Huong Yabuki are so amazing and gracious, and there home/ hostel is Perfect! This is the best hostel ever stayed at. It is the cleanest, most peaceful, and most comfortable hostel I have ever encountered. Big comfy beds, nice hot showers, huge kitchen, big tv, everything so clean and beautiful! What a wonderful home! We appreciate your gracious hospitality (fresh fruit on the table, comfy beds, and blankets). Thank you,

My stay here was really comfortable. The place is clean and well cared for. The manager owner lives under the same roof. The kitchen is huge and well equipped and the bunk beds were comfy. Very well priced and right next to the park. They only take cash.

Stayed there June 21-23 , 2010. It was my first hostel stay. It is quaint with older bedding but clean. The men's bathroom had all new fixtures and was very clean. The kitchen was adequate with seating for about 25 people. There is a dog in the back that barks until about 9:00 pm. And roosters crowing early in the morning. These were not very bothersome but do exist. The host and his wife are very accomodating and helpful with appliances, microwave, out door grill etc. They have two little girls about 4 and 2 who do mingle with the guests, behavior that bothers some adults. But they are very friendly and polite. Over all a bargain for the money. It is a little hard to find so be prepared ahead of time. There is a little market down the road but it closes at 7:00 pm.