Relax at Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant in Volcano, HI. Enjoy warmly decorated rooms, a hot tub, free parking, and easy access to Kīlauea Volcano and lava tubes.
Guests appreciate the lodge’s charming, rustic ambiance combined with comfortable amenities, complimented by excellent dining and close proximity to natural attractions. Practical considerations like limited breakfast options and absence of air conditioning are noted.
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Located at 19-3948 Old Volcano Rd in Volcano, HI, Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant offers a relaxed retreat surrounded by tropical gardens. This cozy, low-key lodge occupies a restored summer camp setting just a mile from Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, making it an ideal base for visitors keen to explore the nearby active volcano and natural attractions such as the Thurston Lava Tube and the Kīlauea Volcano observatory.
The property features warmly decorated rooms that blend rustic charm with practical comfort, including options like a honeymoon suite with a wood-burning fireplace and private balcony, appealing to couples and nature enthusiasts. Communal amenities include a hot tub for unwinding after outdoor activities, free Wi-Fi, accessible facilities, free parking, and an on-site restaurant and bar. Although the rooms are not air-conditioned and there is no pool, the setting and available services support a laid-back atmosphere suitable for families and travelers looking to enjoy the natural surroundings.
Kilauea Lodge’s restaurant receives particular praise for solid, well-portioned meals and friendly service, with visitors recommending making reservations in advance. The gift shop adds a local touch with thoughtful items, enhancing the overall guest experience. Some guests note that the continental breakfast is simple and can become crowded, so early arrival is advisable.
For those seeking outdoor activities, the location offers easy access to hiking trails behind the lodge and key volcanic sites nearby, including Kīlauea Iki Crater and the Nāhuku Lava Tube. The lodge’s proximity to Hilo International Airport (about 40 minutes by car) adds convenience for travelers. Overall, Kilauea Lodge and Restaurant suits visitors interested in exploring Hawaii’s volcanic landscapes with comfortable accommodations and dining in a quiet, garden-like environment.
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We had a wonderful two-night stay as the first part of our honeymoon. The rooms feel tucked away in a tropical rainforest and rustic enough to be charming, yet still comfortable with all the amenities you need. Very easy access to the national park. Highly recommend!
We stayed in the honeymoon suite which was about $440 for the night in January 2026. It is a fabulous room with a wood-burning fireplace and a private balcony overlooking the foliage in the back. They also have a half mile hike out behind the lodge that is good for relaxing and for birdwatching. The continental breakfast is nice, but get there early because it got quite crowded and they did run out of some things the day we were there. Be aware that this lodge is outside of the volcanoes national park, and that if you are going to see an active eruption, you are better served by staying at the Volcano House in the actual national park. Also, if you are in the military, they do have the Kilauea Military Camp in the national park with what appears to be fabulous cottages.
We were staying on the Kona side of the island, but we wanted to stay the night one night close to the Hawaii volcano national Park, which is my first recommendation. Kilauea Lodge was one of the number one recommendations on my Facebook group and we booked it right away. We decided to do the honeymoon suite which is room 11, Mostly because it had a fireplace and a balcony and we utilized both! We absolutely loved our room! We made reservations well in advance at the restaurant for dinner Which I also highly recommend! Breakfast in the morning was small, but fresh and perfect, and all we needed Before getting on our way north to head to the botanical gardens and Akaka falls! It was a perfect stay, and we will definitely be back!!
We had our 25th anniversary dinner at the restaurant. We made a dinner reservation the afternoon we arrived in Volcano, and enjoyed our afternoon activities looking forward to a great meal. We were not disappointed. The food was solidly good, with ample portions, and the lilikoi cheesecake was amazing! Friendly service, lovely and comfortable decor, beautiful flowers, great art, a glowing fireplace with a story behind it... There's a lot to love here! Great gift shop too, with some very thoughtful, special locally made items. Prices & selection were great in the gift shop. We look forward to coming back to Hawaii and enjoying more meals at the Kilauea Lodge
Never been here before to this historic lodge and restaurant. Lived here a long time on the Big Island and feel silly not visiting this awesome place before. Only ate at the restaurant, but haven’t stayed in the cabins yet. But, based on the restaurant experience alone I was very happy and could imagine the cabins being great as well. Beautiful scenery and a nice nature trail surround the location. The ambience and food of the restaurants was great!
Always a great experience at Kilauea Lodge! The grounds are amazing and the restaurant is very awesome with great servers! The little gift shop is worth a visit for sure. You won't be disappointed visiting Kilauea Lodge! Aloha!
Stayed here 2 nights out of a week stay on the island. The location was nice and quick to get to the national park and close to other amenities/food as well. Room was great and clean and exceeded my expectations. We enjoyed the communal hot tub after a long hiking day in the parks as well. They provide a Continental breakfast Mon - Sat and it was a nice start to our morning. Sunday the restaurant hosts a brunch (extra $) but we did not partake in that. I don't think rooms have AC for the hotter times but this wasn't an issue for us in Jan. I would recommend this lodge to anyone looking to stay in Volcano.
We had a wonderful dinner at Kilauea Lodge. Makayla was a wonderful server. It was nice to meet Patrick the new kitchen manager. The food was amazing. Had the crab cakes, risotto, and carrot cake for dessert. Highly recommend, but strongly suggest making a reservation at least a day in advance.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, this cozy, low-key lodge in a restored summer camp is a mile from Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, 4 miles from the Thurston Lava Tube and 5 miles from the observatory on the rim of the Kīlauea Volcano.
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