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Volcano House vs Lumeria Maui Educational Retreat
Both Volcano House and Lumeria Maui Retreat are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Volcano House scores marginally better than Lumeria Maui Retreat. Volcano House is ranked #36 in Hawaii with approval from 5 publications including The Telegraph, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
Volcano House
Frommer's
Gayot
Fodor's
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Lonely Planet
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."
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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."
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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."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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."
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Lumeria Maui Educational Retreat
Jetsetter
Gayot
Fodor's
Oyster
goop
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1813 Baldwin Ave, Makawao, Maui, HI 96768
From $247 /night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Jetsetter
"Blissed out educational retreat set on a restored 1909 estate overlooking Maui's North Shore with a saltwater pool and organic gardens."
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Gayot
"More of a retreat than a resort, Lumeria offers converted plantation-style accommodations catering to those who want to immerse themselves in the local cultures."
Fodor's
"Peace, tranquillity, and a healthful experience are what you will find at this beautifully restored historic property."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The wildly pretty, four-pearl Lumeria calls itself an “educational retreat” and a “sanctuary for authentic transformational travel.”"
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goop
"Chill out surrounded by lush, tropical gardens at this historic Maui compound and learn to live Aloha for a while."
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