Volcano HousevsOutrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. Overall, Honua Kai Resort & Spa scores slightly better than Volcano House. Honua Kai Resort & Spa ranks #26 in Hawaii with praise from 8 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Gayot.
Volcano House
Crater Rim Dr, PO Box 53, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI 96718
From $125/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Frommer's
"This historic two-story wooden inn is rather modest for its price, especially compared with Yosemite’s Ahwahnee and the grand lodges of other national parks." Full review
Gayot
"Located about a 45-minute drive from the Hilo airport, this unique hotel (dating back to 1846) sits on the very edge of Kilauea Crater in the heart of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park."
Fodor's
"First built in 1846, Volcano House overlooks the Halema'uma'u Crater at the summit of active volcano Kilauea, boasting what's considered Hawaii's most unique hotel location." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Offers the once-in-a-lifetime chance to dine and sleep within view of the electric orange glow of Kilauea Volcano’s bubbling crater lake." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With an unforgettable location perched on the rim of Kilauea Caldera, the reborn Volcano House has long enjoyed its unique status as the park's only hotel." Full review
Outrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa
130 Kai Malina Parkway, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
From $384/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Gayot
"This 618-suite resort is situated atop 38 acres in a prime North Beach Kaanapali location."
Fodor's
"Two high-rise towers contain these individually-owned eco-friendly (and family-friendly) units combining the conveniences of a condo with the full service of a hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Honua Kai Resort & Spa, made up of individually owned units, combines hotel amenities in an upscale condominium complex." Full review
Zagat
4.7
""It has it all" rave fans of this "classy" condo resort set on "lush" grounds along Kaanapali Beach, with "huge" suites that are "nothing short of fantastic.""
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This all-suite resort resides on 38 acres right off of Kaanapali North Beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Situated at the northern end of Ka'anapali Resort, Honua Kai is one of the island's most comfortable beachfront resorts." Full review
Frommer's
"Since opening in 2009, this North Kaanapali Beach resort has quickly become a favorite with residents and locals alike." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This breezy oasis in northern Kaʻanapali feels less frenetic than similar properties along Kaʻanapali Beach 2 miles south." Full review