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Lava Spa Motel & RV Park

2.0 star property
Riverfront motel in Lava Hot Springs with free parking

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Property entrance
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Jetted tub
Exterior
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | View from room
Lobby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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359 Main St, Lava Hot Springs, ID, 83246
  • Place, Lava Hot Springs
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Lava Hot Springs

Lava Spa Motel & RV Park places you next to Lava Hot Springs and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum. This 22-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Portneuf River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • City Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lava Hot Springs - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ye Ole Chuckwagon Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Hotel & Pizzeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wagon Wheel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lava Spa Motel & RV Park

Riverfront motel in Lava Hot Springs with free parking
Lava Spa Motel & RV Park features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. There's free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This motel also has a picnic area.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Microwaves are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Exterior
Lost Trail Resort
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 132 reviews
$88 nightly
The price is $95
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park?

Lava Spa Motel & RV Park offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Lava Spa Motel & RV Park?

This motel is located in Lava Hot Springs, just steps from Lava Hot Springs and City Park, and within a short walk of Portneuf River. You'll also find Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs and The South Bannock County Historical Center Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Lava Spa Motel & RV Park include a casino?

No, Lava Spa Motel & RV Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park?

With a stay at this riverfront motel, couples will appreciate amenities like free Internet access in each guestroom plus jetted bathtubs and river views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Lava Spa Motel & RV Park feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Lava Spa Motel & RV Park doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Lava Spa Motel & RV Park allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park for a fee of USD 35 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 100 per stay is collected.

Does Lava Spa Motel & RV Park have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Lava Spa Motel & RV Park.

Lava Spa Motel & RV Park Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 948 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 948 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 948 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 948 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 948 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

grissel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alecia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

R Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s an older property, so what we expected . The room was clean & cozy. Great walking path behind the property to walk your dog. Hot pools are right across the street. It would be nice if there was coffee in the room. I did see a coffee pot in the lobby, but we were on the road before the lobby opened; the diesel truck out front needed to warm up from 5:30am-6am, so we were awake!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arasu, Draper

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff here make this otherwise average property shine. Going out of their way to be helpful. Positives are being right across the hot springs pool, quiet, single level, well kept surroundings, instant good quality hot and cold water in the bathroom and responsive staff. Negatives include that its old, walls are peeling off, carpets are old, AC was too loud, TV didn't work, no in room coffee, outlets are not easily accessible to charge phones, bathrooms are small and parking is limited/tight. The parking lines need to be re-drawn to reduce dead space.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JOYCE

Disliked: Staff & service
We got a message from the desk attendant at about 9 pm saying they would pre-register us. When we arrived at 10:30 pm the office was closed and we couldn’t get our room key. Apparently the office closed at 10:00 pm. We were not notified ahead of time that we needed to check in prior to 10 pm. There was a night bell to ring, but no one responded. We called the phone number from the earlier message and got no response. We continued trying to get a response until 11:00 and finally left. A few minutes after we left, the desk attendant returned our call and met us in the office to get us the key. We were then told we were lucky they didn’t give our room to someone else. Very poor communication!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed twice - first room was amazingly in need of a re-do with extreme cracks in walls and tub that didn’t drain well. Hands down the nastiest hotel room I’ve stayed in. We had to call the phone number because the front desk didn’t open at 8:00 a.m. We thought, okay… this is dog friendly in Idaho. Second time in different room - the television didn’t work and the shower didn’t work. At 9 a.m. the front office still wasn’t open so we left the key in the box and left. Won’t do it again and will stay elsewhere and suggest to others to do the same as we are traveling through.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Savannah

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of people seem to like how close this property is to everything, but Lava really is not that big to begin with, so it really isn't a unique perk. The hotel is super rundown and in serious need of renovations. The walls were peeling/warped/water-damaged. The carpet was so old and dirty (my socks got dirty from walking around). There was visible water damage throughout the bathroom. There's hardly any parking. Our boxspring had a really obnoxious plastic wrap on it that 1) gave criminal tv show vibes 2) was really loud to sleep on. The beds were fine, not overly comfortable or uncomfortable. It was really expensive for what you get here (like 0 ammentities), and I wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming little motel. Love the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Granddaughter said she liked it. It's also my favorite place to stay in Lava
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nathan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The thing that could use some work is the water pressure was very low
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Outdated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MadMike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that everything is in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marjane

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room lacked basic amenities we would expect at that price such as a coffee maker, bed lamps, and a vanity in the bathroom. The man at the desk was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Devin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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