Lava Pond Lodge

Very convenient location just a few minutes from the national park. Comfortable room with everything we needed. Also host provided shared refrigerator and water bottle filler in the hall and breakfast choices. Helpful host with good suggestions for our hikes. The best part was the beautiful setting- we loved being in the natural environment. Our room had a little deck surrounded by large ferns and other plants that we enjoyed very much. We would stay again and will recommend to our friends.

Stayed in Royal Orchid room in early September for two nights. It was the most extraordinary place to stay we ever had: starting from the room to service to the location itself. The room is spacious and clean, we had balcony and so sad we didn’t sit there and relax when we could. The light in the morning is magical😍. I love the interior design in the house, it feels welcoming and want to stay there longer. The host was amazing. She made us breakfast and provided must visit places when we were about to explore national park nearby. Route to the place is amazing, feels so mysterious, glazing at the beautiful flowers and plants. Also captured the sound of the frogs that gave me chills at first, but it’s so fascinating how strange the sound is, almost like there is alien spaceship landed nearby. If we come in the area again, we would def choose this place 🥰

We stayed 2 nights in a serene, relaxing location close to the the NP. The house is in the middle of a rain forest. Breakfast was delicious. Sarah is the best hostess, she is kind, funny & informative. We wish we had stayed at least one more night, there is so much to see. Thank you Sarah, we will be back.

The lodge is lovely, well cared for, and very convenient to the Volcanoes National Park - which was my main interest in visiting the island. Spent 4 nights and loved how quiet it is in Volcano and the gentle sounds of the night you could hear out the open windows. Enjoyed the breakfast and conversation with the proprietor and other guests.

I really enjoyed my stay in Volcano at Lava Pond Lodge! The bed and breakfast was comfortable and friendly. The family was professional and welcoming with many thoughtful touches. The house and property is well maintained. I would definitely come back!

Lovely BnB in the woods. Tucked away in the forest. Host is friendly and has lots of tips about local attractions. Home is beautiful and very welcoming. Very close to the national park. Volcano Village is lovely. I would spend an extra day there next time!

Lava Pond Lodge is a beautiful place on the outskirts of Volcano, 5 minutes drive from the Park Entrance. From the moment you arrive it’s a thoroughly relaxing experience with Sarah and Rhonda as the perfect hosts. The rooms are homely and comfortable and breakfast (which is plentiful and varied) is served with the guests together so you can exchange stories and tips of the best places to visit. It’s like a group of friends going away to a great part of the island.

Sarah was so nice and accommodating, and gave great suggestions for the area. Super comfortable room. We had the loft and it was perfect for my husband and me. The fresh papaya every morning was a highlight. We loved staying in a home in a neighborhood instead of a touristy hotel complex. It was the perfect home base for exploring Hawaii Volcanoes NP!

We had the very best vacation ever staying with Sarah at Lava Pond Lodge! First off, the lodge is incredibly close to the entrance for Volcanoes National Park. We were able to leave the lodge and be at the main gate in about ten minutes. The convenience was great for beating the crowds into the Park in the mornings. After exploring the Park, we were totally craving our return to this wonderful sanctuary. Tucked away in a beautiful rainforest, the lodge is absolutely gorgeous. Both our room (the Royal Orchid) and the common areas were decorated with care and an eye towards making every room seem welcoming and relaxing. Fresh chocolate chip cookies, snacks, bottled water, tea and coffee awaited us whenever we came into the lodge, and the breakfast each day was fabulous. My husband is a fussy eater, especially at breakfast. Not only did Sarah not get annoyed, but she kept offering him alternatives until she found something he liked. I suffer from chronic leg and back pain, but the lovely hot tub allowed me to soak much of the pain away at the end of each busy day, enabling me to do and see more in the Park than I might have otherwise. Sarah was wonderfully accommodating and such a pleasure to talk story with. She had lots of tips and suggestions to make our visit more memorable, and is a wealth of knowledge about the Park and the surrounding area. AND THE BED! Sheer heaven. We slept far better than we ever do at home. The mattress cradled us and supported us perfectly, and the linens were of excellent quality, soft and silky with just the right heft. Sarah, we are so very glad we made the choice to stay with you! The Park was great, but you and your sweet lodge totally made our vacation. Mahalo nui loa, until we meet again!

My mom and I had a wonderful stay here! It's located in a lush tropical forest and just a few blocks from the Volcano National Park. The breakfasts are amazing & check in a breeze. We stayed in the Enchanted Forest Room which is a stand alone building. The bed is 5 star luxury. Nice porch for bird watching. Internet TV was a nice touch. Only thing I'd say could be improved was the fireplace. The gas flame was hardly visible but it did offer heat for cooler mornings and nights. Lori was our wonderful host who gave us excellent recommendations in the area for food and activities in our limited time there. The sunset volcano hike is a must do but it's slightly challenging. We did the one with electric bikes for getting to the lava. Check out the National park crater at night. A pass gives you access for multiple days so you can drive around or hike or go back at night to see exploding lava!

Exceeded expectations! Breakfast was wonderful, lovely place, lots of nice touches. Sarah was helpful, knowledgeable about the local area, and made great recommendations.

This is the place to stay if you want to be a quick drive from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. I stayed in the Wild Ginger room on the ground floor and loved the automatic fireplace, the windows facing the forest, the towel heater, clean bathroom and the TV. Lori made everyone breakfast and she had such a diverse spread of papaya boat, all sorts of breads and muffins, quiche, teas and coffee. There's also flashlights you can borrow. The house has a beautiful peaceful atmosphere. I highly recommend the tom yum noodle soup at Thai Thai nearby for dinner.

OMG! I cannot say enough of this couple hospitality. The room was nice and clean and had full bathroom.The bed had built in heating system and you experience the best sleep ever. The breakfast was awesome. We got yummy Hawaiian fruits and delicious waffle and almost everything that you need for a great breakfast. Wifi speed was great and they had a plug that had USB port. It was life saver for us since we had forgot our plugs. I highly recommend this place.

Lava Pond Lodge was the perfect place for us to stay this January in Volcano. Regina is so gracious and pays attention to extra details that make you feel very welcomed. Besides being very close to the park entrance, our room at her lodge was the coziest retreat after a long day hiking around the lava fields. We had slippers, our own fireplace, heated mattress, toiletries, orchids on the towels... our own cd music player in room, coffee and tea, mini fridge w some complimentary drinks, etc. Regina had many guidebooks to share, maps, and also videos for entertainment. She made delicious continental breakfast both days that went beyond what's expected: breads, cheeses, yogurt, fruit, coffee, juices, eggs... we were all set for our day's adventures. Regina is very helpful and warm and has that laid back aloha spirit. We would stay again!

Great place to stay. Off the beaten path. Jungle like area. Very nice breakfast. Very quiet place. Kathy was so nice and made you feel at home =) Great Bed and Breakfast .

My husband and I stayed at this place during our honeymoon shortly after the new owners took over and changed the name from Bamboo Orchid Cottage to Lava Pond Lodge. We stayed in the Royal Orchid suite and it was a wonderfully cozy and homey place to spend our honeymoon. The room and bathroom were clean, comfortable, and beautiful, including a fireplace in the bedroom and a Jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. There was also a helpful notebook of suggestions for activities in the room, with the activities grouped by approximately how far away on the island they were. We found this incredibly helpful in planning what we wanted to do on our trip. The owners were also very friendly and helpful. Plus, don't miss the delicious breakfast with an island twist! It was a wonderful way to start off each morning before heading out to explore Hawaii.

We had a great 3 nights at this B&B on a recent trip to the most excellent Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The Lodge is tucked into a rainforest (jungle?) lot with much in the way of exotic bird and frog sounds. Innkeeper, Lori clearly loves what she is doing, providing warm support and lovely breakfast treats for her guests. We stayed in Kipuka which had just enough room for us and our gear. Our small deck was a relaxing place to read and enjoy a glass of wine. The very nice bathroom was a plus. Would definitely stay there again!