Title: Lava Hot Springs Travel Guide: Best of Lava Hot Springs, Idaho Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lava Hot Springs](https://expedia.co.uk/Lava-Hot-Springs-Hotels.d124569.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Lava Hot Springs](https://expedia.co.uk/Lava-Hot-Springs-Holiday-Rentals.d124569.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Lava Hot Springs Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lava-Hot-Springs.d124569.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lava Hot Springs Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lava-Hot-Springs.d124569.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lava Hot Springs Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Lava Hot Springs which includes tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/124569/3561eb0f-7b79-4913-ae39-f58d12c707c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lava Hot Springs which includes tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/124569/3561eb0f-7b79-4913-ae39-f58d12c707c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lava Hot Springs featuring night scenes and a water park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/124569/a4c66c28-64c9-4fcc-96e5-2c91848de32a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lava Hot Springs featuring tranquil scenes, a sunset and rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/124569/79c47630-40c7-4204-8c0c-d47d26a8a022.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lava Hot Springs featuring street scenes, heritage elements and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/124569/7925eef0-c087-442b-951c-963f22de2802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lava Hot Springs Things to do #### Relax in a thermal spa, kayak down a river or go for a swim in a village that offers numerous ways to enjoy the water. Surrender your body to the soothing, thermal waters of Lava Hot Springs. This small country village in Bannock County, Idaho is famous for its pools of mineral-laden water. Every day more than 2.5 million gallons (9.4 million litres) of water bubble out from ancient lava rocks and flow through the springs. The sulphur-free, odour-free water has been attracting visitors for hundreds of years. Warring Native American tribes used to come here to relax, bathe and worship the Great Spirit. The area was considered neutral ground where rivalries were set aside. There are five pools with five different temperature ranges, all of them hot. The springs are open daily except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. For a cooler water experience head to the Olympic size swimming pool and water park. The attractions include high diving boards, water slides and a poolside climbing wall. The town of Lava Hot Springs is nestled beside the Portneuf River. The river is in a mountainous valley region that’s packed with outdoor recreation activities. Tube and kayak down the river. Go hiking, biking and horseback riding along the trails in the mountains. Slalom down the slopes of the Pebble Creek Ski Area during the winter months. There are 54 runs on 1,100 acres (445 hectares). The alpine resort is situated 27 miles (44 kilometres) north of Lava. The town itself is cold in winter and hot in summer. After a day of soaking your bones and outdoor adventures, enjoy a stroll in the downtown area with its stores, cafés and restaurants. Drop in on The South Bannock County Historical Centre Museum to learn about the history of the area. Study the museum’s Poha-ba, Land of Healing Water exhibit that portrays how Native Americans used the hot waters before white settlers arrived. Lava Hot Springs is located 36 miles (58 kilometres) from Pocatello, Idaho and almost 150 miles (239 kilometres) from Salt Lake City across the border in Utah. Rent a car to see the sights with ease. - Top hotels in Lava Hot Springs - Top Holiday Rentals in Lava Hot Springs ![The Lava Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11280000/11279700/11279644/b41c2ca6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Lava Hotel 196 E. Main Lava Hot Springs ID £88 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) They were super nice and it was clean. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=11279644&PinnedHotelID=11279644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=124569) ![Home Hotel Lava Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11300000/11298400/11298306/074428fb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home Hotel Lava Hot Springs 306 E. Main Street Lava Hot Springs ID £107 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Rooms are always so clean. Staff is always amazing to talk to. Hotel is quiet at all hours. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=11298306&PinnedHotelID=11298306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=124569) ![Lava Spa Motel & RV Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13460000/13452300/13452242/5d49a2aa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lava Spa Motel & RV Park 359 Main St Lava Hot Springs ID £75 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 7.6/10 Good! (960 reviews) Room was clean, staff was great, location was wonderful for our destination. Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=13452242&PinnedHotelID=13452242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=124569) [See all 215 properties in Lava Hot Springs](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=124569) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Lava Hot Springs East KOA Holiday](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14880000/14874000/14873969/a3a0f3f5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lava Hot Springs East KOA Holiday 100 Bristol Park Lane Lava Hot Springs ID Stay at this cabin in Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sunken Gardens at Lava Hot Springs and ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews) Amazing! Bbq grill on the river? Bring steaks! Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pocatello-Hotels-Lava-Hot-Springs-KOA.h14873969.Hotel-Information) ![Gorgeous views, unique stay minutes away from hot pools, golfing, restaurants. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83490000/83484100/83484070/1be7d7da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gorgeous views, unique stay minutes away from hot pools, golfing, restaurants. Lava Hot Springs ID Stay at this golf cabin in Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lava Hot Springs Golf Course and Buddy ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews) Hi there,We had a great stay and really loved the place—thank you! I just wanted to mention one small thing in case it’s helpful: the fan on the AC/heater unit seemed to run all night. It wasn’t a big issue, just something we noticed and wanted to pass along.Thanks again for a lovely stay! Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lava-Hot-Springs-Hotels-Silo-House.h83484070.Hotel-Information) ![Six bedrooms with lots of space and close to everything](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44490000/44484700/44484663/5db79f76_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Six bedrooms with lots of space and close to everything Lava Hot Springs ID Stay at this holiday home in Lava Hot Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The South Bannock County Historical ... 10/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews) This is the 4th time are group has rented this house. We get together every jan and this house is very comfortable plenty of room, close to town and parking for all we have 7 couples. 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