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Peaceful & Elegant Treetop Hideaway in Volcano Village

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Living area
Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Volcano, HI
  • Volcano House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kilauea Military Camp
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Kilauea
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Peaceful & Elegant Treetop Hideaway in Volcano Village

Set on a quiet street in historic Volcano Village, Hiʻiaka Guesthouse is a private, romantic pied-à-terre on the second floor of a beautiful 2-story custom home. Surrounded by old-growth ʻōhiʻa forest, and overlooking a lush and peaceful garden, the guesthouse offers a distinct treehouse-like experience and sublime closeness to nature. The entrance to the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is just a 5-minute drive, while the Village shops, restaurants and art gallery are within walking distance.

The entire second floor is reserved for the exclusive use of our guests. A private staircase leads from the parking area to a large dining porch with vaulted ceilings and skylights. From here, double doors open to the bright living room and fully equipped kitchen with custom wooden cabinets and a breakfast bar. The open plan, generous windows and high ceilings throughout the home offer a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience, while the warm wood floors and tasteful furnishings blending Japanese and Polynesian elements imbue the space with a sophisticated yet casual feel that is true to the spirit of Hawaii’s rich cultural fusion.

The bedrooms are equipped with a California King and a queen-sized bed, and fitted with high quality linens. For our smallest guests, we provide a brand new BabyBjörn travel crib. You’ll also find a small desk with laptop-friendly workspace in the master. In the bathroom, a Spanish-tiled bath & shower combo featuring a large bay window offers unobstructed views into the pristine forest surrounding the house and invites you to luxuriate in the tub after a long day of hiking. Toiletries and ample towels are provided.

There is free WiFi throughout the property, a wireless universal phone charger in each bedroom, and a USB port for charging your devices in the kitchen. In the living room, you’ll find a Bluetooth speaker and a selection of carefully curated Hawaiian literature. Laundry facilities are available on the ground floor.

Perfect for honeymooners, birdwatchers, nature lovers, small groups of friends, artists, writers, and those seeking a unique and relaxing rainforest experience, Hiʻiaka Guesthouse is the perfect sanctuary to wake up to the sounds of local birds and watch the evening mists float through the treetops.

The local contact lives quietly in a separate downstairs unit. She is always available to you for assistance or suggestions but will otherwise leave you to enjoy the guest house and gardens in complete privacy.

Please note: To keep Hiʻiaka Guesthouse a place of rest and inspiration, there is no television in the home. Due to the rainforest surroundings and absence of neighbors on all sides of the property, we have also chosen not to use window coverings.

Property manager

Joey Gutierrez
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please remove shoes at all time while inside the house.
Quiet hours are to be observed between 9pm and 8am.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number TA-007-528-8576-01, GE-007-528-8576-02

About the area

Volcano

Located in Volcano, this apartment is in a rural area. Volcano Garden Arts and Volcano House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Volcano Golf and Country Club and Volcano Winery. Aloha Candy Company and Akatsuka Orchid Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Volcano, HI

What's nearby

  • Kīlauea Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Volcano House - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Volcano Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Kilauea Military Camp - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Kilauea - 18 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Volcano's Lava Rock Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai Thai Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Volcano Garden Arts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Lighthouse Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Big O's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful & Elegant Treetop Hideaway in Volcano Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful & Elegant Treetop Hideaway in Volcano Village?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful & Elegant Treetop Hideaway in Volcano Village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful & Elegant Treetop Hideaway in Volcano Village located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cooper Center and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Aloha Candy Company and Kilauea Iki Overlook are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent and quiet location for visiting the National Park.

Extremely private, quiet place with a well appointed kitchen/space. Only two miles from Volcanoes NP which was the purpose of our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent base for exploring

1 mile from the Volcanic National Park and has the feel of being deep in the rain forest ! Lucky enough to be there the day of an eruption
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michell E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable!

Loved everything about this property except the mildew smell. We have never rented a place in the rainforest before so maybe all of the places smell like that? There were lots of extras! Would love to type more but the app wont let me.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

noemi h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful treehouse holiday

Everything was just amazing and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great overall

Overall, we had an amazing time. Location is fantastic, tucked away in the rainforest, super close to Volcanoes National Park. Joey and Aurelia were very helpful and accessible. The only real drawback was the whole house was pretty musty smelling. It got somewhat better as we ran the dehumidifier, but never went away. Everything else was so great, so this was kind of unfortunate.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

C S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity among the treetops

Loved our stay in this beautiful space, with gleaming hardwood and vintage Hawaiian decor throughout, nestled among the tropical trees. Very peaceful and cozy. Very close to the National Park, as well as the restaurants and art center in Volcano Village. Beautiful lanai to enjoy coffee and dinner. Kitchen was indeed fully stocked, even with coffee provided. Interesting khalij pheasants in the surrounding forest, as well as mynahs and various types of cardinals. Only complaint was caretaker's smoking outside directly underneath that lanai, which forced us inside (we should've asked her to smoke elsewhere, I now realize). Would definitely return! Aloha and mahalo!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The setting is gorgeous! Great location for volcano viewing
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

J. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tree ferns!

Tucked away in the jungle, surrounded by tree ferns and other greenery like a delightful grown-up treehouse. The host and the lady who lives on the ground floor were both friendly and helpful. Spacious rooms, well-stocked kitchen (with teakettle!). Great location for exploring: just ten minutes from lots of hikes in Volcanoes National Park, and also our base for forays to Papakōlea /Green Sand beach in the south and Hilo/Puna to the east. A lovely place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, clean, comfortable, well-appointed

Great, restful stay. Exceedingly comfortable and restful. We enjoyed the furnishings and beds/comforters were excellent. Your mother Aurelia was gracious and we had a lively conversation. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very beautiful home right in the middle of the woods! Great place. The road going in was a little rough for a short distance but you quicky get used to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Louise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holoholo

Such a lovely place to stay in volcano, superb location! Very comfortable, the master bedroom bed was extremely comfortable. Anything we needed Aurelia was there to help. I would recommend this place to our Ohana and would book again. I would however recommend the family invest in a gas grill for some outdoor cooking on the beautiful lanai. x
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay minutes from Volcano State Park

This is a fantastic property with a fully secluded feeling. The property is surrounded by forest and is high enough in elevation that it stayed really cool during our stay. We spent several of our mornings and evenings out on the balcony, taking in the ambiance. The surrounding forest is beautiful and serene. The property is close enough to volcano that it's easy to watch the sunrise at the volcano national park. It's still close enough to Hilo that we were able to hit the city on multiple days for activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting and amenities galore!

Love, love, love this property! Fit our needs perfectly! Ask before you buy or rent, this house has just about everything you would need. Ask Aurelia or Joey about needed items. Aurelia had snorkels, towels, chairs, and a cooler. The house was well equipped- coffee, sugar, tea, bath products, laundry!! Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Serenity

It takes a bit of effort to get there but then you are transported to a rainforest hide away where the only sound you hear is the birdsong, tree frogs and sometimes the gentle rain. You are in a lovely green cocoon away from the hustle and bustle. Explore the beauty of the east side! We had one small problem, I mention it not because that was too difficult to deal with, but to show you the owners did everything to make it right. It’s nice to know they care about your experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Nikolina R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Cozy, but needs a few touches

The backdrop is absolutely stunning. Windows peaking into the surrounding rainforest make for a very cozy afternoon. However, the place needs a little love to make it more user friendly. There is a very overpowering musty smell which was impossible to air out. That may come with the territory of a foggy rainforest, but in combination with the somewhat dated furnishings, it felt like a place that's been a bit neglected. Also, the bed in the spare bedroom is extremely hard and impossible to sleep on without needing a chiro in the morning. All in all, while we loved the surrounds and enjoyed having dinner on the balcony, we were left somewhat disappointed .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joey Gutierrez

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Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests