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Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
Lodging
 
Volcano House hotel is nestled on the rim of Kilauea and across the street from the Kilauea Visitor Center

Located within Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park and nestled on the rim of Kilauea caldera, the Volcano House with its unique charm, has captured the hearts of local islanders and travelers from all over the world. As Hawai'i's oldest continually operated hotel, with a history dating back to 1846, the Volcano House has offered spectacular views and warm hospitality for decades.

The Volcano House is just a short walk across Crater Rim Drive from park headquarters and the Kilauea Visitor Center. From Hilo: 30 miles southwest on Highway 11 (45 minute drive); from Kailua-Kona: 96 miles southeast on Highway 11, or 125 miles through Waimea and Hilo via highways 19 and 11 (2 1/2 to 3 hour drive).

 Facilities include 42 Rooms, (20 Crater View, 12 Non-crater View, 10 Garden View ) Ka Ohelo Dining Room, Uncle George's Lounge, 2 Gift Shops and a Snack Bar. Ten Camper Cabins are operated by the Volcano House and are located in the Namakanipaio Campground.

 
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Volcano House
P.O. Box 53
Hawai'i National Park, HI 96718
ph# (808) 967-7321 fax# (808) 967-8429

 

Web: Volcano House
Email: volcanohouse@hawaiiantel.net

 
View of Volcano House hotel on the rim of Kilauea Caldera.
An NPS Photo by Norrie Judd
Volcano House hotel offers a spectacular view of the summit from the rim of Kilauea Caldera.
 

For Lodging outside the park:

Conduct a search on the internet for "volcano bed and breakfast lodge" or "volcano village vacation rental".  There are many opportunities to find lodging in Volcano Village located right outside the park boundary.

Waha`ula Visitor Center surrendering to lava.  

Did You Know?
From 1983 to 1991, lava flows repeatedly invaded communities on Kilauea's coastal south flank burying eight miles of highway and destroying 181 houses and a visitor center in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.

Last Updated: June 18, 2009 at 20:53 EST