Our stay at the Emerald Rainforest Retreat was just lovely, from the surroundings with lots of anthuriums in bloom, a cute little pond, paths around the garden and frogs and bird song to lull us to sleep and awaken us in the morning. The kitchen was very well equipped and we found everything that we needed. The lanai was very inviting and we had breakfasts and dinners there for most meals. The neighborhood was very quiet--almost as if there were no neighbors at all. Also a plus was that it is very close to the Saturday Market at the Cooper Center just down the street where you can buy crafts and fruits and veggies. It is also super close (5-10 min.) from the Park entrance, where we spent a lot of time hiking and driving/walking to the various overlooks. Highly recommended is a visit after dark to the newish overlook that the Park Service has installed where you have a good view, not just of the glow of the caldera, but can see the lava swirling and spattering. It was spectacular! Not to be missed.