We loved everything about this place. First, the hosts E & J are genuinely friendly and helpful. They shared lots of local tips and things to do. They also provided some local fruit in the room as well as beautiful fresh flowers! Second, the property in the forest is breathtaking. The trees, the green, the animals -- just stunning. The frogs lulled us to sleep! The location is great too - close to volcano park and 30 or so min to Hilo. Third, the hale itself was fantastic! Comfortable bed, very soft sheets and towels, coffee/tea and a fridge/freezer. One touch i thought was really nice was a drawer of dvds that we could watch on the tv in the hale. It was impeccably clean. My only sadness is that we did not get to meet the domesticated pig :) we will definitely be back to the rainforest hale and hope to meet the pig next time! :)