I stayed at Kalani for 11 nights. I rented a cottage with meals and activities, aka the Kalani…read moreExperience. Then I participated in a Yoga is for Every Body retreat. I walked to the meals from my cottage, and up to the pool almost daily. It was a beautiful and peaceful walk. I was concerned at first but my body quickly adapted. The meals were amazing. I had never experienced such a healthy and delicious cuisine. Most of it was locally-sourced and organic. They had lots of vegetarian options as well as vegan. That's not to say they didn't have wonderful desserts every night with dinner. I participated in several yoga classes. They have all kinds; fast, slow, Vinyasa, Yin, you name it. But they also have cultural classes on Lei making, hula dancing, salsa dancing, permaculture hikes and more. I was not bored for even a moment. If anything I needed to take a nap a couple times during the day for having been so active and busy. The people were friendly and helpful with lots of information about the locals and the community of Pahoa. They took us to Uncles market a local market/party every Wednesday night. If you have the option to do so I would also highly recommend staying at kailani for the Open Mic at least once it's fabulous. The pool is lovely but be fore-warned its clothing optional and there's a lot of nudity. There are lounge chairs to sit in and there's even a sauna area and changing rooms. I enjoyed two massage sessions while I was there. One was an apprentice massage which was just fine and very relaxing, the other was a Lumi Lumi Hawaiian massage which was amazing and different and just... quiet an experience. I would recommend it to anyone. I hope to return next summer on a sabbatical which is 30 days of participating in the community and it includes all of my lodging and meals and some massage work as well. It was hard to leave.

I didn't make for the E-dance or Holiday Festivities or New Years Festivities but I met some people…read morewho partook in them and expressed a good time. I went for a yoga class led by Marcia, 90 minutes flew by. There's places to stay, a store etc

I came to Big Island and had a massage session with Igor. I did many different sessions before with…read moreother practitioners, but Igor worked with his love and heart! I felt how the state of feeling myself has changed after the session, I felt more like myself again. I trust what he is doing and how he is doing that with intention. I would recommend him to all of my friends. Thank you Igor!

From the owner: Igor is a certified Reiki Master Practitioner and has spent the last 10 years gathering fuel for…read morethe fire of Breath Guardians Holistic Wellness Therapy. Igor has a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering that with time he transmitted to human engineering. His academic foundation coupled with his wilderness training sets him and his practice apart and provides a deeply enriching experience for his clients.

My husband and I lived here at Body Temple Boot Camp for five months, and it was a pivotal change…read morein my life for me! The magic of the island itself is powerful, not to mention this property and the owner Kieba! Kieba is hands down one of the most amazing human beings that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I can honestly say that we will be lifelong friends! Her knowledge of body, mind and spirit are outstanding! She is an amazing example of health both physical and mental. This is a ONCE IN A LIFETIME opportunity! You have to stay here! It will be one of the best decisions you ever make in your life!! I love you Kieba!!! Also check out her book called "Rocks and Butterflies"!! Like I said, Kieba is an amazing human!!!

I stayed here at Kirpal for 2 months and it was by far the best time of my life. All of the staff…read morewas incredibly friendly and super helpful. The Chef Nate cooked the most incredible food everynight, always suprising me with the new vegan recipes he would serve to us. The Land was gorgeous and the grounds were kept up and looked beautiful. I have and will continue to advise people to come visit or stay for awhile. The animals and insects you will encounter here will leave feeling joyful and happy. From the Adorable pigs running around to grab noni and other fruit scraps and the coqui frogs. There is never a dull moment, everywhere you look is a confirmation that you are in paradise. The Meditation center Is a peaceful place to practice yoga or have your own meditation practice at any time of day without disturbing anyone else on the property. The Yoga Teachers are the most incredible and thoughtful teachers i have been able to experience. I have been to MANY Yoga classes and nothing tops what you will experience here. The Teachers are great at giving adjustments and helping you find the most comfortable yet challenging pose. The Managers Padma and James are incredibly helpful with any and everything you may need. They are always going above and beyond to make sure that your stay is comfortable and incredible. I truly miss this place and i hope to someday visit again :) Sage

I felt like the property was misrepresented by the listing on booking.com. I wasn't expecting a "5…read morestar experience" as listing stated and I don't mind staying in budget accomodations. But really felt mislead since booking.com stated "EVERY selection here includes private bathroom and shower." There was no private bathroom or shower. There were shared bathrooms and showers. I paid extra for a room with a "sea view" but I could not see the ocean. The woman checking us in said, "we ask you turn your lights off by 9pm." I'm all for saving electricity, even more so when on solar, but when paying for a room, I don't like having a 9pm bedtime. What if I wanted to stay up until 11pm reading a book? I understand and respect the concept of quite hours, but lights out is another story. They have a vegan kitchen and I can understand and respect that they don't want you to contaminate the food prep area with any meat/fish/eggs/dairy. But I found the no alcohol rule on the property to be overbearing when we are adults and paying guests. Perhaps we would like to enjoy a single beer on the sea view Lanai where you can't see the ocean? Hare Krishna propaganda on the nightstand as well. Our room didn't look like the pictures here. We were also supposed to spend the night in the "Yoga Hale" which was uncomfortably close to the 7am yoga class for us, and wouldn't have given us the choice to sleep in past 7am if we had wanted to. We decided not to stay the night. If you're looking for any sort of privacy, I would look elsewhere. I've been trying to get a refund through booking.com, but the property refuses to acknowledge their false advertising and booking.com is not accepting any liability. I would recommend spending the same or less amount of money somewhere else.

Thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at this farm retreat: especially going to sleep surrounded by the…read moremesmerizing calls of coqui frogs, the interesting farm animals (muscovy ducks, saffron finch, the rowdy guineafowls, a lot of peacocks, a few piglets) at the farm. Our cabin had private shower, fan, condition was okay but lacked coffee supplies. There were frequent sounds of cars moving to/from cabins but overall it was a good stay. We did not use the shared kitchen but everyone seemed to be really nice and friendly.

We stumbled upon Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center while looking for a last-minute place to stay…read morenear Hilo after deciding to extend our honeymoon from Kona to explore the other side of the island, and we're so glad we did! What started as a spontaneous stay turned into one of the most healing and transformative experiences of our lives. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was peaceful, welcoming, and full of genuine care. We ended up spending nearly all of our time at the sanctuary instead of exploring because their healing services were exactly what we needed. Dr. Rich was phenomenal! Combining medical expertise with a holistic approach to help us address some long-standing health issues. Tammy's bodywork and her deep understanding of frequency and energy work were absolutely essential to our experience. Anita's hydro cleansing session was nothing short of incredible, my wife actually regained her sense of smell for the first time since losing it after Covid and a stroke in 2021! And then there was Kelly, her food and fresh juices were out of this world! Every meal was nourishing and full of life. The entire staff radiated warmth, kindness, and a genuine passion for helping people heal. We didn't want to leave and are already planning our return trip. Thank you, Hawaiian Sanctuary, for making us feel like family and for the life changing care and love you poured into every moment. You've truly left a lasting mark on our hearts.

Maxwell's touch is as warm and caring as his personality. I've been blessed to have experienced a…read morelot of different massages in my lifetime and can say without a doubt, Maxwell's massage is one of the most memorable. He knows how to take me to total blissful relaxation.

From the owner: I offer Intuitive bodywork sessions which include but are not limited to; Hawaiian Lomi Lomi,…read moreChinese Acupressure, Reiki, Swedish, Deep tissue, Aquatic Bodywork, Reflexotherapy and Thai massage. I also offer private therapeutic yoga sessions for groups and individuals as well as personalized self-care wellness retreats and group retreats.

This 10-day retreat was one of the most positive experiences I've ever had in my life. I went…read moreoriginally in support of my fiance's wishes to have a meditation retreat and entirely skeptical of the usefulness of 10 days in the forest without speaking. I could not have predicted what an amazing, enriching and lasting benefit it had on my own life. If you have ever wondered if it's worth the time. Yes. Unequivocally yes. Anicca. Hawaii Vipassana, you will find a new home in time.

I sat one 10 day meditation course and served a lot here. Vipassana mediation is the most valuable…read moreform of mediation I've ever come across..... so simple yet so profoundly effective. I love where it's located. I'm so thankful that the Hawaii Vipassana center is located on the Big Island and in such an amazing part of the island, otherwise I never would have been to this part of the world. It's an amazing atmosphere to meditate in and filled with some of the most amazing people I've ever met in my life.

A rare place - a welcoming community of spiritual people. This is a supportive place to deepen…read morespiritual practices and experience karma yoga (service) projects. The cost is very low to allow young people, especially, to stay for long periods. I've known Michael and Ann for many years, and I have always been deeply touched by the kindness and inclusivity they have for others. I saw a comment by someone else who wasn't happy about their experience. It doesn't match my experience and that of hundreds of others. But when you open your community and heart as wide as they do, all sorts of people come -- not all of them as open-hearted as others. This is a place to go deep into the Raja Yoga teachings of Yogananda, but all spiritual traditions are honored here. It's a place where people learn that service is joy. And it's a place where serious personal work takes place. It's a rare gift in this world to meet people like Michael and Ann. If you are travelling on the Big Island, try and stop by. This place is a hidden jewel. It's transformed the lives of many people in amazing ways. I especially recommend it for young people; but it's a gift for spiritual seekers of any age.

This was my 2nd visit to Polestar in 2 years. Both times…read moreI've found everyone there to be very warm & welcoming. The location is beautiful. They have created a paradise out of the jungle with manicured lawns and gardens, beehives, chickens with a big beautiful main house and various outbuildings. Due to it's rural location the night skies are ablaze with millions of stars. Polestar maintains a beautiful spiritual practice which is the heart of the community and centers their values and mission. Even so, everyone is welcome, even if they aren't a devotee. You can choose to participate as much or as little as you like in spiritual practices. Highly recommend as a place to rest, connect, recharge and get to meet some great folks.

Kelley gifts us with a kind, healing touch, a clean in-home massage room, and a relaxing playlist…read more If you want to chat, she's a very good conversationalist. If not, she respects the quiet space. My wife and I both find healing from our 90-minute sessions. Grateful.

Amazing Reiki session with Kelley! So much so that I went back a 2nd time in 1 week. Highly…read morerecommended for stress reduction, healing, clearing blocked energy and realigning chakras

The lady running this place is dishonest. We left after one night and had to fight with AirBnB for…read moremonths to get a 30% partial refund. They lied about our accomodations, first promising us the big house and then double booking and giving it to another person who paid more. Almost derailed our honeymoon. Expect no service here. No comfort, lots of bugs in the cottage. The area is nice, just choose another property.

I will first start by saying this is not a house for a family. Our party of six, my daughter her…read morehusband, two kids ages 10 and 9 and my husband I. First of all the house is not as large as they make it out to be. both my husband and I and our daughter and son in law wanted the two king beds. I might add it is not two bedrooms in the main house, one is a loft. the kids didn't fell comfortable sleeping in the cottage and wanted to sleep in the main house with us. the twin beds did not have a sheets or blankets. one of the king beds had not been changed from the last guests and had pubic hair in it, gross! The house was not clean to the average standers of a rental. The shower was in the hall to the master bedroom which was made of mostly black rock and had no glass in the window, just screen and shutter. it was very dark and the step down to the room was very high almost to the point of being dangerous for my husband and I. Bugs and geckos were in the house. it was very disappointing and we ended up leaving the next day. The host blamed us for the dirt and would not refund our money for the nights we did not stay. I just can't understand all the great reviews for this house!