Is Tropical Rain Forrest Nature Retreatpet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Rain Forrest Nature Retreat?

As of Aug 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Rain Forrest Nature Retreat on Aug 17, 2025 start from CA $87.06, excluding 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.

Where is Tropical Rain Forrest Nature Retreatlocated?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 12 mi (20 km) of Hilo Coffee Mill, Kilauea Caverns of Fire, and Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden. Fuku-Bonsai Cultural Center is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) away.

Tropical Rain Forrest Nature Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Feb 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

Glen was very helpful and welcoming

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Jan 21, 2024

Liked: Amenities, communication

Had a great time ..the host Glen was awesome the nights was calm quiet and beautiful..I definitely recommend this place for your next vacation stay not to far from volcano national forest or Hilo Hawaii thx Boggy..

10/10 Excellent

allison N.

Jan 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great get away!!

I love this part of the Big Island so relaxing and country. Glen was an amazing host.The price is right! It was so clean and bright we enjoyed our stay and will be back! Thanks Glen for all the Aloha!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Feb 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun place to relax

Enjoyed our experience with nature. Such a unique place to be a part of nature and chill out away from the tourist hub bub. Everything we needed was available. Be sure to take some food supplies since restaurants and shopping are a distance away. Friendly, quiet, restful.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy Q.

Jun 20, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Volcano adventure!

This property is beautiful! We had a lovely stay, the place was clean and comfortable & Glen & his wife were friendly & great hosts. So happy we found this great place to stay!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

Aug 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

I loved it

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen F.

Mar 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Had an amazing time, got some first hand off grid living and I loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Don S.

Dec 15, 2024

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Filthy place

Too long

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Feb 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded Off-Grid

We enjoyed getting to know our hosts, the lovely Glen and Lisa. Because we were off-grid, the location of the property was secluded, quiet, and rustic, which we really liked. Our room was clean and our total experience was more like "Delightful Glamping". Mark and Kathie

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Mar 19, 2024

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Such Fun in the Jungle! AWESOME!

Our stay was really exceptional with Glen being a terrific host, making sure that we were comfortable and had all that we needed during our stay at his place. This is off-grid living, but we enjoyed every minute including the outdoor shower (WOW!) made with lava rocks and cozy kitchen where we cooked most of our meals. At Glen's place, you are surrounded by Hawaiian nature and we awoke every morning to the sounds of rainforest birds inviting us to explore the best of the Big Island! This is a must stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Nov 25, 2023

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Stay in Fern Acres

My wife and 1 year old daughter stayed at Glen and Lisa’s new farm. The property is located deep in fern acres which, for some, might be not ideal but for those like us that were looking for a quiet getaway experience it was perfect. It was close enough to Volcanoes National Park and Hilo that it made planning our days easy. The bathroom and outdoor shower were both phenomenal and very clean. On top of all of this, Glen and Lisa are genuinely great people, were a pleasure to be around and were very generous. Thanks for the fun time and everything you provided!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Jan 20, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This place is a dilapidated old house l would not dare to take one step in for fear it would collapse on me sitting behind a heavy heavy rusted out cattle gate didn't look like its been opened for years no sign,no address posted the neighbors in the area never heard of it and they chased me out of there and followed me till l was almost to Hilo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

boggywoggy P.

Nov 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glens ‘ fern acre estate..

My wife and I had the best stay at glens fern acre is the best ..Glen is an amazing host after a nigh in a b&b I rented from the main land weeks prior to our arrival was not at all a place we wanted to stay the week I had payed for the nights stay was so bad we left at 5am and did not return. I found the add form glens B&B was billed as pet friendly. I had bought a few nights but they was not to start I texted Glen to see if we can g a day early and glen was more then willing to let us come over a day early.. we spent the next 3weeks there the nights were beautiful the night sky’s was so beautiful Glen was a great boast ..this place is a bit down the road from the Main Street of Volcano and is worth the drive you just can’t beat the nights out in fern aces

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abe F.

Jul 21, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Off-Grid Experience

I needed a place to stay while I was arranging a new residence in the area. I know the area and had been wondering about Fern Acres specifically. The area of the neighborhood was fairly quiet. The property is well maintained, and the room is nice and clean. We made pizza in the brick oven one evening. Delicious! I used the kitchen most nights. I loved the stone walled outdoor shower. HOT water with the option of a rainforest view. I am tall, so the king size bed was appreciated and quite comfortable. The owners were incredibly friendly and accommodating. I had a wonderful time and will recommend this property to anyone I know that is visiting the Big Island.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zena

Jul 23, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terilyn J.

Mar 12, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslie O.

Dec 10, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Océane

May 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rita P.

Apr 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable off grid accommodation

Glen is a friendly, attentive host who doesn’t intrude on your visit. The living area is clean, has everything you need and is comfortable. The outdoor kitchen, bath, and shower are clean and well equipped. This place is perfect for those who want privacy and be off grid.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Jan 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fern Forest Retreat

Glenn and Lisa were very nice. Love their outdoor shower!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward W.

Dec 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome owner = Awesome stay

Glenn was a great host, we stayed 4 nights and i haven't slept that well in a long time. Property was beautiful and the outdoor shower was a really neat experience. We want one for ourselves. Can't say enough about this guy, we had a blast and can't wait to get back again. Thanks for the great stay, Glenn.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

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