This is a very nice large home in the mountains that is very charming and comfortable. It was a bit cold inside and out but the owners provided three blankets for each guest. Ignore the cramped toilet areas and get outside where the natural landscape holds incredible beauty. The very small village does not offer many resources but the location... more

This is a top-rate hostel hidden in Volcano Village, a small community just outside of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Beds, furniture, and facilities are all new and very clean. Owners and friendly and knowledgeable about the island. Kitchen and common areas are large, well-stocked, and made for socializing. Surrounding area is totally quiet and dark--no outside street lights and... more

Pros: 1. Interior of building sparkling clean - including the bathroom and kitchen 2. Free Internet 3. Fridge to store food and kitchen if you would like to cook 4. Inexpensive Cons: 1. We could hear the entire conversations of the travelers staying below us 2. Front yard and covered open shed was full of old appliances/lumber/etc (see picture) 3.... more

I stayed here in August 2006. I had my own room which was very clean and comfortable with a good shower. The hostel itself was very quiet with not much evidence of other travellers. There was a big kitchen and free internet (though rather basic). The Volcano Village is a good base for exploring the Volcanoes National Park, even if,... more

WE stayed at the Holo Holo In for a night in May 06. We stayed in a private room with private bath, and it was great! The unit was new (owner Satoshi said he'd built it almost 18 months ago), and the smell of new pine in the room was great. The kitchen was well-stocked with the basics (sugar, awesome... more

We stayed 2 nights here while hiking around Kilauea, and we had an excellent experience. For students, couples, adventurers, hostelers, and explorers, this is the place to stay! Satoshi is a great host, and he has a wonderful house. Its not amazing from the outside, but inside its beautiful with high ceilings, a massive kitchen with free spices, tea, sugar... more