Hawaiian Rainforest Glamping

99%

38 reviews

· Mountain View, Hawaii, Hawaii · 3 acres

Hosted by Marie Alohalani B.

Yurt

· 8 guests max

Near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park Visitor Center.

Marie Alohalani is a Star Host

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Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Hawaiian Rainforest Glamping is located in Fern Forest, a rural neighborhood, on three verdant acres of a rainforest with ōhiʻa lehua trees, tree ferns, banana plants, and fruit trees at 2100 feet. The yurt has its own bathroom with a flushing toilet and vanity sink. There is a large communal kitchen (a 16' x 16' kitchen cabin), outdoor shower with hot water, and a washing machine that you can use free of charge. There is an outdoor lounge area complete with a six-person picnic table, BBQ, four hammocks, and torches. Please note that the owners lives on the premises in their own cabin, 20 feet away from the yurt. You share the kitchen with the owners. The homestead is run by 6,000 watt solar-power and a rain-catchment system with a 4,500 gallon water tank. This is a peaceful place to relax and recuperate from the din of city life. There are no street lights, just the stars and moon after sunset. On a clear night, the sky is full of stars. It rains often in this area and the sound is soothing to fall asleep to. Several places of interest are within a 1.5 hour drive. Volcano National Park is only 15 minutes away by car; Punaluʻu black sand beach is 30 minutes; Ka Lae (South Point) is about 1.5 hours; and Hoʻokena Bay is about two hours. Note—when the holiday season is over, the Christmas decorations are taken down.Aloha! A friendly reminder: Please be aware that this is a "fancy hipcamp" experience and not a "high-end resort hotel/condo" situation with daily maid service. This homestead is beautiful and so are its accomodations. But, rainforests are often damp and yurts are essentially big tents, not houses or cabins. Like tents, yurts can get chilly at night and warm during sunny days. There are coqui frogs that chirp like birds at night. The owners, who do the cleaning themselves, only clean after guests leave. For this reason, they now only allow 7-day bookings at a time. If you want to book the yurt for more than a week, message the owners. You will not find a more spacious or pleasant accommodation with such perks for only $100 a night plus a one-time cleaning fee of $50. Let us pratice gratitude—the owners are sharing their home with you for a more-than-reasonable fee. The owners live on site in a cabin 20 feet from the yurt. Maids charge $25 an hour and it takes five hours to clean the yurt, wash bedding and remake beds (five hours @ $25 is $125). This yurt description update was necessary given the owners' recent experiences. The yurt is in a rainforest on a solar-powered homestead in Fern Forest, a rural neighborhood. The property is hidden from the dirt road by 50 feet of forest on three sides and 100 feet on the fourth side. The yurt is 30 feet in diameter with a 7-foot tall wall and a 17-foot ceiling peak with a skylight. The yurt has several large screen windows like a tent (two windows have glass and can be closed), two high-quality full-size futon beds from Japan, two full-size futon beds from Walmart (each futon sleeps two people and bedding is provided), a bathroom with a flushing toilet, an outdoor shower with hot water, a washing machine, high-speed wifi, and a fully-equipped communal 16' by 16' kitchen cabin, which you share with the owners. Coffee, tea, spices, and cooking oils are complementary. There is a communal area with four hammocks and a BBQ grill beneath a large open-air tent. Bring flip-flops. Shoes are not allowed indoors as per Hawaiian culture (owners are Hawaiian). Use flip-flops to go to-and-fro the yurt and kitchen, or to shower as the shower floor is made of river stones.

What to expect

Yurt

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

8 guests max

Toilet available

Flush toilet. There is a flushing toilet in the yurt.

No campfires

No pets

Potable water available

Tap. Drinking water is double-filtered.

Showers available

Hot water , cold water only. The homestead has a 4,500 gallon cistern.

Bins available

Trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, communal, oven, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station

Picnic table present

Wifi available

Laundry present

There is a washing machine but no dryer, and so you must dry your clothes on a clothesline.

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Although there is no playground, there are toys and books for children.

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 10:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

99% Recommend40 ratings · 38 reviews

Staying at Alohalani's yurt promises a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for families and nature lovers alike. The yurt is spacious, clean, and equipped with comfortable futons, and the presence of a bathroom adds a touch of convenience. Alohalani, or Marie, the host, is consistently praised for her warm hospitality and cultural storytelling, enhancing the overall experience. Guests enjoy the serene natural setting, complete with the sounds of the rainforest and sociable ducks and chickens, making it a delightful escape from city life.

Summary AI-generated from real reviews

Kristin C.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· December 2024

With kids

Loved our stay in Marie’s Cabin. She was so welcoming and would highly recommend this place to everyone!

Ruth J.

3 reviews

Recommends

· November 2024

What a gorgeous place! We had a 4 night stay here, which was absolutely wonderful. We initially booked the cabin, but Marie upgraded us to the yurt which was super cozy! The kitchen was really well stocked, the location was great for exploring nearby Volcanoes National Park, and it was amazing hearing so many birds in the forest at night. Our only regret is that we didn’t book for longer!

Siobhan B.

3 reviews

Recommends

· September 2024

With kids

We had a really lovely stay in Alohalani's yurt! We had 3 adults and a baby and we had more than enough room. The futons were comfortable and there was cozy bedding. Having a bathroom in the yurt was nice. The outdoor shower had hot water, and the communal kitchen was well stocked. Alohalani was an incredible host. She was so kind and fun to talk to. She was responsive and really accommodating to any needs we had. We all said we would stay there again!

Falisha B.

8 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2024

With kids

Alohalani was an amazing host. She had everything clean and beds set up for us even though we got in super late. The yurt was bigger then we expected and fit our family of 5 perfectly. Her land and set up was super cute, peaceful and we loved feeding all the ducks and chickens. 10/10 would recommend and book with her again!

Casey L.

3 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

A blend of paradise w/ aloha spirit

Group trip

My stay at this Hip Camp in Hawaii was nothing short of magical. From the moment I arrived, I was enveloped in the genuine Aloha spirit that defines the island experience. Alohalani was ncredibly welcoming, treating me like ohana (family) from the get-go. Her warmth and hospitality were evident in every interaction, making me feel right at home. The campsite itself was a tropical haven, perfectly blending comfort with nature. Surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers, it offered a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A complete blend of rustic charm and island country living. If you’re looking for an authentic Hawaiian experience steeped in genuine kindness and natural beauty, this Hip Camp is an absolute gem. I left with a heart full of gratitude and memories of true Aloha that I’ll cherish forever. Highly recommend!

Eric S.

2 reviews

Recommends

· August 2024

An amazing stay on Big Island

With kids

Staying at the Rainforest Cabin was an amazing experience! It's a lovely place, full of amenities, and just about everything is complimentary (shampoo, spices, etc.). We have traveled extensively and have never seen such an excellent communal kitchen in the past. There is more stuff than we have at home, and everything is of high quality! The beds are very comfortable and we could hear numerous birds all night. Alohalani graciously offered us to use the yurt and its facilities (toilet, dining table, sofas) as there were no guests when we were staying in the cabin. It is very inexpensive for everything that's offered and the place is always spotless. The best part of the experience were the numerous discussions about Hawaiian culture with Alohani. That's what made the Rainforest Cabin a special place in our heart and a place we will recommend to all our friends. Mahalo Alohalani and you're more than welcome to stay at our place if you come to Ottawa one day. Merci beaucoup.

Location

Mountain View, Hawaii, Hawaii, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nā moku ʻehā First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking