This place is absolutely magical! I really don't think I can express in words how incredible the…read moreVolcano Eco Retreat was, and I truly don't think we'll ever find something as magnificent again. My wife and I came here to celebrate our 1 year anniversary/late honeymoon, and we could not have DREAMED of a better experience! Emily and Court were such gracious hosts and you can immediately tell how much love they put into this place. The cottages were absolutely PERFECT, equipped with a mini fridge, WiFi and a smart TV, and a ceiling fan for temperature control. The shower was fantastic, and the bed was like sleeping on a cloud! The resort itself was STUNNING, with beautiful lush greenery as far as the eye can see. We found ourselves easily able to fall asleep to the sounds of nature every night. It was so wonderful to be able to unplug and just enjoy the sounds of the forest around us, and the rain falling. Unbelievably relaxing! If you've never been to Hawaii before, the weather changes pretty frequently. It rained every day we were there, but only for about 30 minutes or so. Definitely don't worry about getting rained out on vacation, because if you drive even just a few minutes down the road it'll be clear skies and sunshine! All of Emily's recommendations were spot on! She really knows her stuff and I felt like we had an inside source to all the best spots on the island - the ones only known to locals. The handmade breakfasts every morning were to die for, Court is an exceptionally talented chef - seriously Michelin star quality food that was breathtaking to look at and some of the most delicious food I've ever tasted! Not to mention everything comes from their own garden! I myself am not vegan but every meal we had was filling and absolutely DELICIOUS. A VERY special shout-out to Naomi the massage therapist! If you get a chance to do Naomi's retreat I HIGHLY recommend it! She really gave us such an amazing experience and we came away from it feeling relaxed and rejuvenated! Plus being able to see all the great work they're doing for the land is truly incredible. Whether you're vegan or not this place should be at the absolute top of your list. We can't thank Emily and Court (and Will!) enough for making our honeymoon a truly unforgettable experience! We will DEFINITELY be back!

I can't express enough how amazing our stay here was. The property itself was well kept, beautiful…read moreand extremely clean! The owners Gabby, Tony and their fashion forward dog Sushi were welcoming, accommodating and kind! My favorite part was brunch! They brought out an amazing spread of pineapple pancakes, spinach bubble waffles and a papaya filled with overnight oats-a straight up chefs kiss! It's the perfect place to relax, unplug and enjoy yourself!

I can't believe there are no Yelp reviews for this amazing place! Oh well there are tons of Airbnb…read morereviews but let me be the first to write a yelp review. Jaclynn's rainforest retreat is absolutely amazing! This retreat offers multiple places to stay. You can rent the entire property including a main house and smaller cottages or rent a cottage individually. My husband and I were visiting and rented the small studio blue cottage. Perfect for two to three people. It is full of windows and a lovely forest breeze comes through every angle. I totally recommend this location for those doing a destination wedding and need a place to stay that can accommodate larger groups. The perfect combination of being all together but still being able to have your own space. My friend is hosting a large birthday party and renting this retreat fits perfectly with that as well. Jaclynn is extremely helpful and accommodating if you have any questions so be sure to check it out on their website or airbnb. Puna is amazing place and so beautiful. Get away from the hustle and bustle and just disconnect.

Wow! What an incredible visit we had at this amazing retreat. The drive in was breathtaking. The…read moregrounds are so beautiful and well taken care of and the ocean view from the property is very serene and calming. We stayed in the Rainbow cottage and couldn't have asked for a more perfect atmosphere. Everything was super clean and welcoming, with all the standard amentities. They have a booklet with tons of information about the area and recommendations for food, sights, etc. After a long day traveling, the hot tubs were heaven sent. We soaked while listening to the birds and frogs at a perfect temperature. There are two tubs and both were exceptionally clean and fresh. They are private from each other and we used them almost every morning. I highly recommend walking along the steam vent trail. It's so peaceful and relaxing. There are tons of fruit trees that you can pick from on the grounds too. I just fell in love with this place and we are already planning a visit back to this gem of a retreat.

Great Air B&B to stay while on the Big Island to explore Volcano National Park. The owner has been…read morerunning this for years and has family members just a few doors away. Also the whole fire department knows and loves her and they always know who is staying which is sweet as they are watching out for her. It's been rough over the pandemic since there haven't been many visitors but hopefully that picks back up. The room was quite cozy and bed was comfortable. Had a hot shower after being soaked in the cold rain and that was nice. (Please leave a TIP for the Cleaning person! She cleans and that's how she makes her money - also hard during the pandemic!) The breakfast she made us the next morning was AMAZING!!! And she loves tea so I'm ordering her some of my favorite from the mainland to be delivered to her. Also - she asks you to arrive during daylight because 1. It's hard to see and find your way at night. And 2. She's older and doesn't need to be answering the door to strangers at night. (Even with her friends and neighbors watching for her!) Lovely stay and I recommend it.

I had a great experience here. I stayed at the Pukeawe residence. The place was immaculate on…read morearrival and you can see pheasants in the backyard He breakfast was top notch. Joan is so sweet and a great cook! There was fresh papaya, apple bananas, bacon, eggs and waffles We were stuffed! Unfortunately the volcano National Park was closed while we were there but when it reopens I hope to stay here again

BE WARNED ABOUT THIS PROPERTY!!! We booked through Expedia and searched for units with a hot tub…read moreand this one came up. We booked, only to find that the hot tub wasn't working. We had no warning whatsoever and the owners never reached out to tell us. We NEVER would have booked this if we knew the hot tub wasn't working. The owners did NOTHING to offer restitution for the problem. If you book be sure to check to make sure everything is working properly or you will be sadly disappointed on how they handle the problem!

What a lovely place with gracious hosts. I reserved the two rooms for my father in laws birthday…read moreand Father's Day in March. Then in May the volcano starting erupting and the park closed and hearing about the air quality and earthquakes and potential explosions put a pall on our plans. Chris emailed us the entire time giving us updates and options and really just so responsive. We decided to go anyways and glad that we did. We reserved both rooms and really it felt like we were the home owners bc we had the place to ourselves. The rooms are beautiful and the landscaping amazing with beautiful orchids and plants everywhere. Each room has a fireplace that we used every night and again in the morning. We had so much food for snacks and breakfast and it was actually better than going somewhere they serve breakfast daily bc it was at our own pace. Since my in laws have dietary restrictions it was better to have cereal and instant oats and yogurt and fresh fruit and banana bread at our own leisure. Plenty of coffee and tea to make. I had planned on going to nearby cafe to get breakfast but it wasn't necessary. We ate out on the deck and had the it to ourselves and ate in pajamas and prolly made too much noise for chris and eric. I was full and ready for the day every morning before we headed out. Since the park was closed the location seemed silly at first but then when we came down to Hilo and up to Onomea Bay and then up to Waipio Valley I was glad to be up in Volcano. It was so hot and humid and oppressive but up in Volcano it was cool and misty and comfortable. Our hosts were gracious and attentive but not overbearing in any way. They were kind and we appreciated the time we got to spend with family there. I'd suggest staying here bc the weather is so much nicer up here and it's a neat place to get away from it all. If you're just going to rent one room get haiku which is in the back. More private. Bc the room is two walls of just windows surrounded by tropical vegetation. Pretty amazing. The metal roof made a perfect sound machine to fall asleep to. They provided ear plugs in case it's too noisy but we loved it all. Even the small earthquakes were mini adventures.

In life, I've learned to "go with the flow" and it's always an amazing adventure when you do…read more Finding myself at the Lave Tree Tropic Inn was Jumanji! The symphony within nature kept me invigorate. The historical charm of the area is tempting to both an Indiana Jones or Tomb Raider adventurer(s). Yet, it is the subtle charm of Irene that soothes the balance between nurture and nature. You will be awaken by the most aromatic vanilla-macadamia-nut coffee whiff, while being tempted by a freshly baked warm, "banana-chocolate-chip-papaya-slice-of-heaven-bread." Now, a word-of-advice, the road towards the Tropic Inn requires "off-road" tires and caution within the trail. It rains often, and muddy roads create sticky situations. Nonetheless, if you're down those neck of the woods, you otta' know your terrain... Mahalo, Vee

I love serendipity!!!…read more Irene plays the ukulele and her friends sing Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen, how fun!!! Admits tropical paradise, quiet, and serenity, I found quickness and humor, the best!!! Mahalo to all of you. Aloha, Vittorio is ready for his ukulele lesson.

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

We're here on our honeymoon and it turns out we have the entire place to ourselves. The house is…read moreHUGE and comes with everything you would want in a B&B. The innkeepers are great - they gave us some great recommendations that have turned out to be very helpful as we traipse around this side of the island. This is the perfect place for either a family or even several couples - lots of space; huge yard, close to Volcano National Park and convenient to Hilo. Take a trip and plan to stay here.

Nice yard and big house. Although the common areas of the house were spacious, the property manager…read morewas not a people person - not hospitable at all. Other than some coffee and papaya on the first morning, there was no breakfast provided. Any coffee after the first day had to be purchased and it wasn't even from the island. We stayed 3 nights/4 days and ran out of toilet paper and clean wash cloths. This was just a place to sleep - very dated and moldy. Definitely would not recommend for anyone with allergies.

Thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at this farm retreat: especially going to sleep surrounded by the…read moremesmerizing calls of coqui frogs, the interesting farm animals (muscovy ducks, saffron finch, the rowdy guineafowls, a lot of peacocks, a few piglets) at the farm. Our cabin had private shower, fan, condition was okay but lacked coffee supplies. There were frequent sounds of cars moving to/from cabins but overall it was a good stay. We did not use the shared kitchen but everyone seemed to be really nice and friendly.

We stumbled upon Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center while looking for a last-minute place to stay…read morenear Hilo after deciding to extend our honeymoon from Kona to explore the other side of the island, and we're so glad we did! What started as a spontaneous stay turned into one of the most healing and transformative experiences of our lives. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was peaceful, welcoming, and full of genuine care. We ended up spending nearly all of our time at the sanctuary instead of exploring because their healing services were exactly what we needed. Dr. Rich was phenomenal! Combining medical expertise with a holistic approach to help us address some long-standing health issues. Tammy's bodywork and her deep understanding of frequency and energy work were absolutely essential to our experience. Anita's hydro cleansing session was nothing short of incredible, my wife actually regained her sense of smell for the first time since losing it after Covid and a stroke in 2021! And then there was Kelly, her food and fresh juices were out of this world! Every meal was nourishing and full of life. The entire staff radiated warmth, kindness, and a genuine passion for helping people heal. We didn't want to leave and are already planning our return trip. Thank you, Hawaiian Sanctuary, for making us feel like family and for the life changing care and love you poured into every moment. You've truly left a lasting mark on our hearts.