BUILT ON LAVA. FAR FROM ORDINARY

Open Gate Hostel is a solar-powered, artful, eco hostel stay on Hawaii’s Big Island. Set on lava rock in wild, beautiful Puna. A place to reconnect. To explore. To rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.

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A group of people hiking through a dense tropical jungle with lush green foliage and tall palm trees. hiking on big island east coast.

A hand holding a pink and cream orchid flower with raindrops on its petals, surrounded by green foliage.

Eruption of molten lava and volcanic ash spewing from a volcano at night in hawaii volcanoes national park

A colorful green gecko climbing a beige wall. big island animals

A affordable hostel in hawaii with multiple levels and balconies, situated on black lava field with some green plants,

A waterfall flowing into a deep pool of water in a lush, green forest with dense trees and foliage surrounding the scene. rainbow falls big island hawaii

A volcanic crater with dark lava rock and ash, green trees on the sides, and a cloudy blue sky overhead. Iki trail volcano national park, big island.

A person snorkeling underwater among schools of fish and coral in hawaii.

A narrow dirt trail with rocks and roots running through a dense green jungle with tall plants and trees. hiking hawaii big island

Amenities

Free breakfast – waffles, fruits, and coffee at the Tiki Bar from 8–10 AM

Starlink Wi-Fi – fast and reliable connection for digital nomads

Shared kitchen – fully equipped for your own meals

Common spaces – reading nook, living room with TV

Indoor gym – a well-equipped space to stay fit during your stay

Free bicycles – explore the scenic Red Road and nearby attractions

Free parking – on site

Eco-friendly living – solar powered, water catchment

Peaceful lava gardens – unique volcanic scenery

Friendly atmosphere – meet travelers from around the world

Aloha Lava Pizza – fresh pizza right at the hostel

A bedroom with teal walls, wooden beams, a large bed with light-colored bedding and pillows, a surfboard leaning against the wall near a window with patterned curtains, a wicker cabinet with folded towels, and a potted plant.

A cozy bedroom with wooden walls, a large bed with a patterned bedspread, a small bed or daybed under a window with a teal curtain, and a bathroom with a toilet visible through an open door. There are potted plants on side tables and a framed picture hanging on the wall.

A dormitory-style room with wooden bunk beds in a warm wood-paneled interior, each bed with teal bedding, pillows, and folded towels. Hostel on big island, hawaii lodging on lava rock, kilauea

Hostel big island lodging on lava rock, kilauea

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