The Lava Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Lava Hot Springs with spa services and outdoor pool

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Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access, River View
Reception
Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
Family House, 3 Bedrooms, Pool Access, River View
Comfort House, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • City view
  • 247 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Comfort House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Romantic House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Mountain view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Classic House, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 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
  • City Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lava Hot Springs - 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
  • ‪Wagon Wheel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lava Hotel

Hotel in Lava Hot Springs with spa services and outdoor pool
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
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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.

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 hot stone 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. 648 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sid

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

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

LISA, Salt Lake City

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very convenient in town. This is the 2nd time I've stayed and will likely not be the last.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Soaking tub in room was nice. Bed very comfortable. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atong

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place for kids
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atong

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaclyn

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel called us. Said we had to be there by 8pm to check-in because she was going home. We had to change our plans and rush our arrival to meet her expectations. Next, the room was awful. Hole in the floor. Hair on the sheets. Rust everywhere. Very very run down. Paint wearing off everywhere. It was bad and I’ve stayed in horrible places. I won’t be booking here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

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

No early coffee

Our room was clean and comfortable. It had good lighting and a nice view from the balcony. Only complaint was no coffee in the room and it wasn’t ready in the lobby until 9:00.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and warm. I love being able to go sit by the river and relax. I do wish that they had a chair in my room to sit on other than just the bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle, Washington

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place had good beds, shower/ bathrooms and it's own hot pool!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These rooms are older but clean and well taken care of. The room we had was small but it was nice to have a wall between the kids and us. We did not spend much time in our room so it didn’t bother us too much.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mattias

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

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tae-eun

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with family

A bit run down and staff is just ok

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous get away. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It rained while we were up there so we did not get to try the hotel pool. Parking was a little difficult as well and quite limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable and the hot springs pool down by the creek was very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice room that had a great big tub. I was not aware of the tub when i booked the room, so that was a very nice surprise. The swimming pool is filled with the hot springs mineral water. I also did not know that was offered at this hotel. We made sure to take advantage of the pool instead of paying to go to the public mineral pools. I really think the pool was our favorite part. It was so nice to go soak in the pool in the evening when it was a cold night. The staff was also great. We left a blanket in our room when we checked out and they called us to let us know so we could go pick it up our make arrangements to get it sent back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025