The other so-so reviews are completely wrong. This place is a sanctuary, a world beyond this one. I stayed here for four nights and fell in love with Hawaii Island Retreat while attending a spiritual retreat with a group. The food was exquisite: healthy, fresh, many choices, so fresh and delicious. My penthouse room was fabulous; clean, wonderful bed, island breezes every night. Jeanne and Michael and the rest of the staff were so present and calming…the resort was exemplary and so special, sacred land, a Home. I will never forget my stay here. I was changed by it. You will be too.
December 2023
I just spent 5 wonderful days at Hawaii Island Retreat and words cannot express how special my time there was. They treated me like a part of the family and I wanted for nothing. Every morning my breakfast was ready for me at 8am. They would make me fresh squeezed grapefruit juice and sliced mangoes right off the trees on the property. I’d also get fresh made goat cheese, which was absolutely delicious. Jeanie took such wonderful care of me my entire stay and gave me a personal tour of the land. The retreat is built on 55 acres of sacred ground. She told me stories of the ancient rituals and traditions that used to take place there. I even got to meet the resident goats... read full review
July 2023
This is a very special place. It is not like a hotel chain's beach resort in presentation at all, but more casual, smaller and with almost a camp-like vibe. The location is just magical. The owner and staff are super friendly and accommodating. They seem to have a vision for what this special place can offer people. The area is quiet, but there are basic necessities available right in town (and a number of items right at the hotel), including a couple of tasty, casual places to eat. The property is really worth exploring and just soaking in. Spiritual in nature really. The valley and beach access are gorgeous.Rooms: Fine and comfortable. Don't be surprised if... read full review
The other so-so reviews are completely wrong. This place is a sanctuary, a world beyond this one. I stayed here for four nights and fell in love with Hawaii Island Retreat while attending a spiritual retreat with a group. The food was exquisite: healthy, fresh, many choices, so fresh and delicious. My penthouse room was fabulous; clean, wonderful bed, island breezes every night. Jeanne and Michael and the rest of the staff were so present and calming…the resort was exemplary and so special, sacred land, a Home. I will never forget my stay here. I was changed by it. You will be too.
I just spent 5 wonderful days at Hawaii Island Retreat and words cannot express how special my time there was. They treated me like a part of the family and I wanted for nothing. Every morning my breakfast was ready for me at 8am. They would make me fresh squeezed grapefruit juice and sliced mangoes right off the trees on the property. I’d also get fresh made goat cheese, which was absolutely delicious. Jeanie took such wonderful care of me my entire stay and gave me a personal tour of the land. The retreat is built on 55 acres of sacred ground. She told me stories of the ancient rituals and traditions that used to take place there. I even got to meet the resident goats... read full review
This is a very special place. It is not like a hotel chain's beach resort in presentation at all, but more casual, smaller and with almost a camp-like vibe. The location is just magical. The owner and staff are super friendly and accommodating. They seem to have a vision for what this special place can offer people. The area is quiet, but there are basic necessities available right in town (and a number of items right at the hotel), including a couple of tasty, casual places to eat. The property is really worth exploring and just soaking in. Spiritual in nature really. The valley and beach access are gorgeous.Rooms: Fine and comfortable. Don't be surprised if... read full review