Volcano HousevsKaimana Beach Hotel
Volcano House and The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel are both endorsed by expert reviewers. Overall, Volcano House is the choice of most reviewers compared to The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. Volcano House is ranked #35 in Hawaii with recommendations from 5 sources such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
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
Kaimana Beach Hotel Show All Reviews
2863 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $116/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Mid-Range
"An upgrade from the cramped standard rooms is worth it at this 125-room beachfront hotel in a mellow area a half-mile outside of Waikiki." Full review
Lonely Planet
"For a little more privacy and seclusion, the New Otani offers well-kept, small rooms and its own beach about a half mile from the throbbing heart of Waikiki." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Although the rooms at this boutique hotel are small, the fabulous location on Sans Souci Beach... more than makes up for them."
Rough Guide
"Intimate, Japanese-toned beachfront hotel half a mile east of central Waikiki."
Star Service
"An unusual offshoot from this usually business-centric chain, Waikiki’s New Otani boasts a breezy tropical backdrop and one of the best beachfront locations in Waikiki." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel offers a pleasant oceanfront setting and a location that is just far enough from the bustle of Waikiki to keep those seeking peace and quiet happy."
BlackBook
"Just enough off the beaten path to be in the mix but still far away to avoid the busy beaches."
Frommer's
"This is one of Waikiki's best-kept secrets: a boutique hotel nestled right on a lovely stretch of beach at the foot of Diamond Head, with Kapiolani Park just across the street." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Waikiki's only boutique property located directly on the sand of Kaimana Beach...the hotel maintains its casual style and modern-boho aesthetic. "
Oahu Travel Guide
March 1, 2021
Travel + Leisure
"The common spaces have become hangouts for both guests and Honolulu residents, with a colorful, living room-like lobby; the design scheme mixes vintage prints depicting surfers, the ocean"