Top-rated campgrounds near Hilo
Inn a Volcano
1. Inn a Volcano
14mi from Hilo · 1 site
Stay in a volcano, on a volcano...
Don't let your adventure stop at the national park! Come experience living in a luxurious volcano dome home where you will live in synergy with the natural exquisite surroundings. The cinder we used to build the whole dome comes from the local query produced from big island's natural volcanic features. We promise you'll lava it!
Location and Amenities:
Strategically located-
•19 miles (25 minutes) from Hilo
•23 miles (35 minutes) from Pahoa
•12 miles (15 minutes) from Keaau
•10 minutes from Volcano Town
2 hours from Kona, we recommend flying into Hilo if you book the same day of your flight!
A SUV or jeep is an ideal choice when staying here as the last 500 feet (1 minute of drive time) of the drive is off-road and quite rocky. You will transverse your private entrance passing the Cassandra's (the host's) tiny house. When you arrive you will be greeted by the serene beauty of the jungle. While is isn't 100% private as the host lives next door, we can still promise a peaceful escape from the everyday world. We recommend stopping for snacks in Hilo or Keaau on the way up as those towns have more options than the sleepy Volcano Village.
Important Considerations Before Booking:
As luxurious and adventurous as Inn a Volcano is, staying in an off-grid volcano dome home in the Hawaiian jungle comes with expected 'challenges.' My goal is to give you an experience that combines Tarzan's hideout with a 5-star experience so lets get you prepped!
1. Water Source
•The tap water comes from rain catchment. It is not potable (not for drinking.) We will provide drinking water.
2. Electricity
•We're solar-powered, so please conserve energy. High voltage items like hair dryers or irons are not provided. If you bring these and use them there is a chance that the power will shut off. Please shut off lights when you leave. The windows and a skylight allows ample natural light during the day.
3. Weather
•We are located on the rainy side of the Big Island so be prepared for wet weather. Enjoy the pitter patter of rain like a playlist. Let it relax you, and don't let it dampen your plans.
4. Wildlife
•Since we are in the jungle, don't be shocked if you see bugs and insects such as moths, fruit flies, and mosquitoes.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$250
/ night
GaiaYoga Gardens
2. GaiaYoga Gardens
19mi from Hilo · 1 site
We are an off-grid intentional community in the rainforest of East Hawaii in the Puna district. We have acres of tropical fruit trees, clumping bamboo, bananas, and other plants. We have about 20 different tropical breeze houses, which are hand-made, screened-in structures nestled into the forest along walking trails. We're at the end of a 3-mile-long unpaved road, so we are very secluded and have little outside noise.
We are not a bed-and-breakfast, we are not a farm, we are not a place looking to rent cabins — we are an intentional community and Permaculture homestead whose primary mission is healing, activating, and living our holistic hearts in a multigenerational, bonded community. We are growing a holistic culture and creating a beautiful world together. We want to share this place and find partners in our mission/play/joy (both short and long term).
We have a men's dorm and a women's dorm and breezehouses for couples and families. We do allow camping, but we rarely have it happen. People usually sleep in our buildings. We have two communal kitchens, a living room, dining rooms, communal showers, and lots of space to explore nature.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$40
/ night
Private Studio - Oceanview Property
3. Private Studio - Oceanview Property
23mi from Hilo · 1 site
Fully Furnished Studio with a new Queen Mattress. Linens Included. New Refrigerator with Freezer. Includes Sink with New Kitchen Marble Countertop and New Cabinets. Includes Air Fryer / Toaster oven, Double Burner electric skillet (not pictured), and Microwave.
Walking distance to the Seaview Lawn and a short walk or drive to Kehena Beach. Jacuzzi, BBQ, and Patio Space. The house is on Nice quiet street. Highspeed Fiberoptic Wifi. Water is drinkable, filtered through a UV system, on-grid power, and Laundry. One Load Laundry allowed per night. Concrete Path Around the Entire Property. Parking space for One Vehicle In Driveway. There are several Cats on the property.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$90
/ night
Black Sand Beach Bungalow +Swim Spa
4. Black Sand Beach Bungalow +Swim Spa
23mi from Hilo · 1 site
The ultimate eco-getaway for indoor-outdoor relaxation, dining, and sleeping, perfect for 1-2 couples or a family. Ocean views and crashing waves from wide-open bifold doors. Walk nextdoor to Kehena black sand beach, or drive the Red Road to Hawaii's only hot springs at Pohoiki.
A swim spa is a plunge pool or hot tub; a firepit brings friends and family together under starry skies. Experience Hawaii's "wild east" in Puna, live music and dance, Hilo waterfalls, and Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$376
/ night
Top-rated campgrounds near Hilo
Inn a Volcano
1. Inn a Volcano
14mi from Hilo · 1 site
Stay in a volcano, on a volcano...
Don't let your adventure stop at the national park! Come experience living in a luxurious volcano dome home where you will live in synergy with the natural exquisite surroundings. The cinder we used to build the whole dome comes from the local query produced from big island's natural volcanic features. We promise you'll lava it!
Location and Amenities:
Strategically located-
•19 miles (25 minutes) from Hilo
•23 miles (35 minutes) from Pahoa
•12 miles (15 minutes) from Keaau
•10 minutes from Volcano Town
2 hours from Kona, we recommend flying into Hilo if you book the same day of your flight!
A SUV or jeep is an ideal choice when staying here as the last 500 feet (1 minute of drive time) of the drive is off-road and quite rocky. You will transverse your private entrance passing the Cassandra's (the host's) tiny house. When you arrive you will be greeted by the serene beauty of the jungle. While is isn't 100% private as the host lives next door, we can still promise a peaceful escape from the everyday world. We recommend stopping for snacks in Hilo or Keaau on the way up as those towns have more options than the sleepy Volcano Village.
Important Considerations Before Booking:
As luxurious and adventurous as Inn a Volcano is, staying in an off-grid volcano dome home in the Hawaiian jungle comes with expected 'challenges.' My goal is to give you an experience that combines Tarzan's hideout with a 5-star experience so lets get you prepped!
1. Water Source
•The tap water comes from rain catchment. It is not potable (not for drinking.) We will provide drinking water.
2. Electricity
•We're solar-powered, so please conserve energy. High voltage items like hair dryers or irons are not provided. If you bring these and use them there is a chance that the power will shut off. Please shut off lights when you leave. The windows and a skylight allows ample natural light during the day.
3. Weather
•We are located on the rainy side of the Big Island so be prepared for wet weather. Enjoy the pitter patter of rain like a playlist. Let it relax you, and don't let it dampen your plans.
4. Wildlife
•Since we are in the jungle, don't be shocked if you see bugs and insects such as moths, fruit flies, and mosquitoes.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$250
/ night
GaiaYoga Gardens
2. GaiaYoga Gardens
19mi from Hilo · 1 site
We are an off-grid intentional community in the rainforest of East Hawaii in the Puna district. We have acres of tropical fruit trees, clumping bamboo, bananas, and other plants. We have about 20 different tropical breeze houses, which are hand-made, screened-in structures nestled into the forest along walking trails. We're at the end of a 3-mile-long unpaved road, so we are very secluded and have little outside noise.
We are not a bed-and-breakfast, we are not a farm, we are not a place looking to rent cabins — we are an intentional community and Permaculture homestead whose primary mission is healing, activating, and living our holistic hearts in a multigenerational, bonded community. We are growing a holistic culture and creating a beautiful world together. We want to share this place and find partners in our mission/play/joy (both short and long term).
We have a men's dorm and a women's dorm and breezehouses for couples and families. We do allow camping, but we rarely have it happen. People usually sleep in our buildings. We have two communal kitchens, a living room, dining rooms, communal showers, and lots of space to explore nature.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$40
/ night
Private Studio - Oceanview Property
3. Private Studio - Oceanview Property
23mi from Hilo · 1 site
Fully Furnished Studio with a new Queen Mattress. Linens Included. New Refrigerator with Freezer. Includes Sink with New Kitchen Marble Countertop and New Cabinets. Includes Air Fryer / Toaster oven, Double Burner electric skillet (not pictured), and Microwave.
Walking distance to the Seaview Lawn and a short walk or drive to Kehena Beach. Jacuzzi, BBQ, and Patio Space. The house is on Nice quiet street. Highspeed Fiberoptic Wifi. Water is drinkable, filtered through a UV system, on-grid power, and Laundry. One Load Laundry allowed per night. Concrete Path Around the Entire Property. Parking space for One Vehicle In Driveway. There are several Cats on the property.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$90
/ night
Black Sand Beach Bungalow +Swim Spa
4. Black Sand Beach Bungalow +Swim Spa
23mi from Hilo · 1 site
The ultimate eco-getaway for indoor-outdoor relaxation, dining, and sleeping, perfect for 1-2 couples or a family. Ocean views and crashing waves from wide-open bifold doors. Walk nextdoor to Kehena black sand beach, or drive the Red Road to Hawaii's only hot springs at Pohoiki.
A swim spa is a plunge pool or hot tub; a firepit brings friends and family together under starry skies. Experience Hawaii's "wild east" in Puna, live music and dance, Hilo waterfalls, and Hawaiian Volcanoes National Park.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$376
/ night
