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The Lava Hotel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Lava Hot Springs hotel

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool Access, City View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, City View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, City View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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

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

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Romantic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pool Access, Courtyard View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

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

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Mountain view

Comfort House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

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

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Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

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

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

Romantic House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

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

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

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

About the neighborhood

Lava Hot Springs

In Lava Hot Springs .With a stay at this Lava Hot Springs hotel, you'll be steps from The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum and a 5-minute walk from Portneuf River. City Park and Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Portneuf River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • City Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lava Hot Springs - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

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
  • ‪Wagon Wheel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lava Hotel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Lava Hot Springs hotel
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center 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
  • Meeting 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 daily.
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

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

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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.
  • 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
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, 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. 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 each 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

How close is The Lava Hotel to the airport?

The Lava Hotel is 44.9 mi (44-min drive) away from the Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Lava Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lava Hotel.

Does The Lava Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Lava Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lava Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lava Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lava Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Lava Hotel have a pool?

The Lava Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Lava Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer detox wraps, hot stone massages, and facials.

How close is The Lava Hotel to downtown Lava Hot Springs?

The Lava Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Lava Hot Springs.

The Lava Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 637 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn, Loveland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Beckie

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

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the Lava Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but clean and cute!! Everything is within walking distance and the property was beautiful and well kept. Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Floyd

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

10/10 Excellent

Babette

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No net/ no Tv

Good hotel just small and needs updated no services TV was not working. Spiders on wall no biggy to me its a older place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Floyd

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Floyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shower is a little small you can turn around in it, but you couldn’t raise your arms to wash yourself . but they’re very very firm. no counter desk just two nightstands two beds also no shelving or counter space and bathroom. We’ve stayed here many of times and had a great experience. This was the worst.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

john t

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

Very nice

Free hot springs. Convenient location. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

miranda

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place always has broken doors and waves that are cracked and peeling
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

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

Meets Expectations

Place met expectations for a 2-star. Was clean (caulk in tub looked new), with worn furniture. Sheets were slightly scratchy but bed was perfect firmness. AC kept us cool and provided consistent white noise at a moderate level. Water pressure good, to the point of almost being aggressive. Not a lot of surfaces to place items on. For those with mobility issues, a couple steps and gravel in lot we used. Garden tub is deep and wide, but has grab bar to get in. The "resort" is spread out and close to other properties without consistent style/color or much signage, so it can be a bit confusing to navigate. Went to peek at hot pool on property after returning from public pools, but it was too dark for us to be sure we were going to the correct area or not. Overall served its purpose and checked the boxes most critical for us for a one night stay (clean, safe, quiet).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here a few times and they have the absolute friendliest people working the front desk, the rooms have always been very clean and for an older facility it is very well maintained. The small park behind it along the river is a great place to relax, as is the pool. The pool is closer to the river than the motel, but I absolutely LOVE where it is. It also boarders the park, is shaded by some nice trees and makes for a lovely evening soak!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Destiny, layton

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The person who contacted me regarding my reservation was great. She had keys ready for me for a late check in. It was a great price and it worked. In my opinion, it could be improved by ensuring that the Internet is set up to the television as I was not allowed to even watch basic television because there was no Internet. Internet was advertised. The blankets were incredibly thin and they weren’t on the bed. There were spiders we had to kill three. The floors are very soft and water leaked out of the standing shower badly. The bunkbed squeaked so badly every time you move that it woke everybody up. And the only chair to sit on was the two dining room chairs there was no chair or couch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

April

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice hotel. There was little to no parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little dated. But nice hotel . Great staff. Very friendly and excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kaiser

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower booth is too small but for the price it is a real good jewelry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice private hot spring pool and staff was very accommodating for our late night check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a motel feel with big rooms and a fabulous hot spring fed pool. Our family of 5 loved it. We wish we could have stayed a second night. The town is small and touristy with great food and coffee options. Be aware if you go during the week some quick food options are closed earlier. If you come through the area, this hotel is a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025