Volcano Eco Retreat

Vegan Retreat in Hawaii

TROPICAL NIRVANA AWAITS YOU

Blending with 4 acres of secluded native Hawaiian ʻōhiʻa tree forest, our adults only tropical nirvana awaits you halfway between Hilo and Volcano National Park making it the perfect base for exploring the magical island of Hawai’i.

Volcano Eco Retreat has been constructed of the highest quality LEED-certified materials with a Polynesian and bamboo infused style, making it one of the most unique properties on the island. All of our on-site infrastructure systems have been designed to minimize our impact on the fragile Hawai’i environment, while not compromising on your luxurious experience.

Enjoy a day of discovery, then return to the tranquil island paradise. Savor cocktails in our outdoor spa, let us schedule a relaxing massage, or just soak up the serenity of the jungle while napping in the hammock.

All the indulgence and minimum footprint. It’s the aloha way.

We can’t wait to host you.

SUSTAINABILITY

Environment

• LEED certified bamboo construction.
• All of our water is pure Hawaiian rainwater recycled and filtered on-site.
• Single use plastics have been eliminated from day one. No single use water bottles, straws, cups or other unnecessary plastic. Drinking water in glass bottles only. We care about our ocean.
• Natural ventilation ensures energy efficiency and the right temperature inside our bungalows without the environmental burden of AC.
• We only use biodegradable cleaning products.

Food & Dining

• Hotel food redefined – our hearty full breakfast is made using entirely plant based wholesome ingredients.
• Our produce comes from local growers and farmers markets and it’s organic when possible.
• Our coffee comes from local Big Island coffee growers and roasters ensuring top freshness and cutting down on transportation.
• We grow food – on-site greenhouse and permaculture garden construction in progress.
• We compost, recycle, and strive to be a minimum to zero waste property.

Community

• We collaborate with a local food bank that fights food insecurity on the Big Island.
• Percentage of our profits are donated to charity.
• We recommend tours and attractions based on their social and environmental responsibility, not commission – no overcrowded whale watching boats!

BREAKFAST

Every day is brunch day at Volcano Eco Retreat.

Our gourmet freshly cooked breakfast features ingredients sourced as locally as possible and recipes inspired by our travels across six continents.

While entirely plant-based and wholesome, it’s also hearty and abundant to both nourish and energize you for a day of exploring. Less guilty, more pleasure.

Kick start your day with a pot of freshly brewed Kona coffee and immunity-boosting ginger turmeric shot. Enjoy freshly baked goods followed by a made-to-order breakfast and Hawaiian fruit.

Have your morning meal served in our outdoor dining gazebo or at your bungalow’s private lanai, at a time that best fits with your adventure.

Bon appetit!

PET POLICY

We love furry friends and will welcome your dog free of charge. Weight (50lbs max) and breed restrictions apply. Do note that since Hawaii is a rabies-free island state, bringing pets over is a lengthy process. You can find out more about the requirements here.

Please also note our Chief Barketing Officer weimaraner called Will helps run the Volcano Eco Retreat, hence your pup needs to be well socialized and get on well with other dogs. For this reason we cannot accept cats, large dogs or guests with pet allergies. Mahalo for understanding.

WHY CHOOSE VOLCANO ECO RETREAT

(Dis)Connect

Super fast fiber optic gigabit WiFi connection. Plan all your adventures from the comfort of your hammock. Only you get to decide when to disconnect.

Nourish

Kick start your day with a cup of Hawaiian coffee and a freshly cooked hearty plant-based breakfast at your private lanai. Sumptuous yet sustainable.

Rejuvenate

Fall asleep to the sound of coqui frogs and wake up to birdsong. Meditation. Morning yoga. Outdoor spa. Zen garden. Forest bathing. All at your doorstep.

Explore

We’re at the footstep of two mighty volcanos and within easy reach of Hilo, Kona, Mauna Kea, turtles, black and green sand beaches, waterfalls and everything else the Big Island has to offer.