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The Lava Hotel

2.5 star property

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Property entrance
Outdoor pool, a natural pool
Front of property
Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Mountain View
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

Explore the area

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196 E. Main, Lava Hot Springs, ID, 83246
  • Place, The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lava Hot Springs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, City View

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, City View

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, City View

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View

Honeymoon Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View | Private kitchen

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

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

View all photos for Romantic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 247 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, Mountain View

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View | Living area

Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Comfort House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

Mountain view

Comfort House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Romantic House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

Romantic House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Romantic House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Classic House, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

Classic House, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Mountain View | Terrace/patio

Classic House, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Lava Hot Springs

At The Lava Hotel you'll be within steps of Portneuf River and The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, detox wraps and facials along with access to the sauna. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Lava Hot Springs hotel include City Park and Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Portneuf River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lava Hot Springs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • City Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ye Ole Chuckwagon Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Hotel & Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Riverwalk Thai Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aura Soma Espresso & Gifts - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lost In Lava - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Lava Hotel

WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly The Lava Hotel. Free self parking is available.
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
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 on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 centre
  • 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 lift
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Lava Hotel?

Yep, The Lava Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lava Hotel?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lava Hotel on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$216, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at The Lava Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does The Lava Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Lava Hotel has a natural pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lava Hotel?

No, The Lava Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lava Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lava Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Lava Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 686 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1067 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1067 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cinthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cozy room, clean & near to many places.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawnya R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel and property is very clean. The location was perfect for what I wanted to do while I was staying in Lava Hot Springs. The bed was comfortable. The room was clean and fresh smelling. The pool was amazing!! The temperature was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were super nice and it was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Very nice place and people .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and amenities were great. The room was clean and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Charles Brian, South Salt Lake

The room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Melisa, West Jordan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, walkable, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lava hotel is amazing. It is wonderful to be able to just walk to the pool. I love that there is coffee and tea available at all times. The staff is very friendly. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Roylene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Was very clean. We stayed in the tiny houses.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MIKE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was friendly and very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and the room was clean and comfortable. You can’t beat the free hot pool in the back .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Amber

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff. Hot pool was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything in walking distance super convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, and a quiet night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly room had everything we need but the natural hot pool is fabulous very relaxing and hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cindy, she was very helpful and kind. Loved the pool too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great. Staff was great. Check in was great. The basement cottage room needs a shower repair but we loved our stay. Hot Spring Pool was very very warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

dave

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Heidi, Erda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026