The Lava Hotel

2.5 star property

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Enjoy a scenic view of the surrounding hills from this outdoor deck, featuring comfortable seating and tables.
Compact kitchen with refrigerator, stove, and sink, featuring a checkered floor and two stools.
Cozy retreat with two single beds, a kitchenette, and a large window.
Guests may enter the Hillside Lodge Conference Center through the entrance.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this single-story house offers a serene and atmosphere.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
196 E. Main, Lava Hot Springs, ID, 83246
  • The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lava Hot Springs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lava Hot Springs Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic House, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Romantic House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

  • 366 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 2659 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Romantic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 473 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About this property

The Lava Hotel

Lava Hot Springs hotel with outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this hotel has massage/treatment rooms and a business center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a garden, and a picnic area are onsite.
The Lava Hotel offers 12 accommodations with air conditioning. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This Lava Hot Springs hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna.
Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This hotel offers access to a business center and meeting rooms. This business-friendly hotel also offers an outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Room service is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Natural pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Aura Soma Lava Hotel Lava Hot Springs
Aura Soma Lava Hotel
Aura Soma Lava Lava Hot Springs
Aura Soma Lava
Aura Soma Lava Hot Springs
Aura Soma Lava
The Lava Hotel Hotel
The Lava Hotel Lava Hot Springs
The Lava Hotel Hotel Lava Hot Springs

The Lava Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 888 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 888 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 888 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 888 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 888 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was ok for the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean. Not great beds
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was Great from the time we checked in, The only thing I recommend is that the jetted tubs that are advertised are not actually jetted. It was a little disappointed, but it was over all a Great Location, and the rooms where clean, and the bed was soft. One thing is maybe bring your own blanket, the one provided in the room is thin, and if you go when its cooler weather it can get a little cold. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

samantha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the Honeymoon suite! Especially having our own private mineral hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Good stay for hot springs week.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We staid at the cabin which was so cute and well laid out. It was a little noisy the floor was very creaky and the window unit was very loud when it turned on. But all in all it was still a nice relaxing stay conveniently located in town we were able to walk to the restaurants and the main pools. We were a bit disappointed the pool was yellow they said it was because the river water levels were high. However we did see that other pools near by the water all semed ok and not yellow.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Place could a little bit more love to hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spring break

Good experience, fun all around. Room was nice and comfy, service was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We loved the cute trailer. It was clean and cozy, but got cold at night. And there were ants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the front desk was awesome, very friendly and made check in easy. She has a great personality and made us want to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our original booking dates was changed by the third party so when we got there we didn’t have a room. Thankfully the hotel worked with us and rebooked for another date that worked for us. The water in the hot tub was dirty due to the spring run off and the main pool was drained and was in the process of refilling so we could use it either.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quality, quiet, very clean. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sunty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family and I visit Lava every year between March and April, we've stayed at other locations before and now since we found this location we only stay here. We have only ever stayed in the tiny houses. We enjoy how close we are to all the shopping/ dining, and we enjoy they have their own hot pool. We enjoy that we can walk to everything. Keep in mind our visits are still during colder times, with that we do not enjoy how hard it is to keep the tiny homes warm, we do not enjoy when it snows/rains or the temp drops that ants find their way in. With those "cons" we still will return as the pros outweigh the cons.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Judd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were comfortable and clean. Other than being a little dated this is a great option if you’re staying in Lava. The town itself is a bit rundown but the hotel is above average for the area. I would stay here again without question.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient to all shops and restaurants. Everything in walking condition. Friendly staff Aspen was super helpful. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We will be back for another stay!

We took a weekend trip up to enjoy the hot springs for the first time. We loved staying at The Lava Hotel. The staff was so nice and more than happy to answer any questions about the area and gave us excellent recommendations. The private pool for their visitors was a nice relief from the crowds at the other hot springs. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristhian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool little spot, enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025