If you only stay one night then you will regret not staying at least 3 or 4. A most unique location on the hardened lava. There are other structures around but LavaLookout is situated so that you have a western view across miles of sculpted lava. It is quiet and dark at night. Wonderful star gazing.
The southeast corner of the Big Island has all kinds of secret spots to enjoy. Because some of the roads have been closed due to recent lava flows - sometimes 50 feet deep - it is quiet and un-rushed. There are a few unique black sand beaches, local music and good places to eat, and plenty of walking on the lava and along the wild coastal cliffs to suit those curious enough and willing to explore without trails to follow.
Come see the steaming remnants of the recent flows. Come swim off the black sand beaches. Come hear nothing but the wind at night, and enjoy the moon and starlight shining into your spacious room from the well placed windows.
It is a cool place!