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The Lava Hotel

2.5 star property

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A two-story building with a red door and a covered porch, surrounded by trees and a mountain in the background.
A reception area with a stone counter, a mirror, and a window.
A single-story house with a front porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.
A small, single-story building with a porch, a door, and a window.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a door with glass panels.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is $129
$114 nightly
$129 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3

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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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a dining table.

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a desk, and a television.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

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
  • Free WiFi

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. A bedroom with a bed and nightstand is visible through an open doorway. A bathtub is in the adjacent room.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window with curtains, and a door.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a computer, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Pool Access, City View

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

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

Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A compact living space with a television, a red sofa, a small table, and a chair. There are paintings on the walls and a window with blinds.

Deluxe House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

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

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
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A neatly made bed with white bedding and three decorative pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with blinds.

Family House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

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

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

A small, single-story cabin with a wooden deck and a porch.

Romantic House, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Mountain View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A small, single-story house with a front porch and a number '5' on the door.

Classic House, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lava Hot Springs

With a stay at The Lava Hotel in Lava Hot Springs, you'll be just steps from Portneuf River and The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum. .This spa hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lava Hot Springs and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from City Park.

What's nearby

  • Portneuf River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lava Hot Springs - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • City Park - 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 Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Hotel & Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Aura Soma Espresso & Gifts - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lava Hotel

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Treat yourself with massages and facials. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service.
Featured amenities include a business center and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Room service is available.

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

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. 745 out of 1155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1155 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katina

Clean rooms, the staff were very nice, easy check in. Loved that it had a hot pool that was included with the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent love this place recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, clean well maintained, would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, quiet... Convenient to mineral pools, restaurants, bars and down town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the pool area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable beds close to restaurants and hot pools
Hotels hot spring pool.
2nd floor of property
Back side of property
Restaurant across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was awesome and staff was super nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean the staff is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and close to everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a hidden gem 👌
Room for the crew
Adorable, quaint downtown
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness
The hot pool is amazing and I love that it’s walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful street and mountain view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

R Shane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m happy with the stay. The in room shower water pressure was the stuff of legend! Their pool was super, the staff was very friendly coming and going.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Floyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish they would have coffee pots in the room. Other than that it's a really nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place, the tiny house was amazing, small and spacious at the same time, plenty of parking in front of your house, nice extremely hot pool within 3 minute walk. We'll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was not working but the private pool was nice and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms are clean and quaint. The staff are all exceptionally friendly and courteous.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Very nice place and people .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is the best place to stay. It’s my go to whether you want to go to the Hot Springs or go to a restaurant perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025