Hawaiian Sanctuary Eco Retreat Center
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Hawaiian Sanctuary Eco Retreat Center
Farm stay
13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana Rd, The Big Island (Hawaii island), Hawaii 96778, United States
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Located in Pahoa, Hawaiian Sanctuary is a 4-minute drive from Pahoa Museum and 14 minutes from Star of the Sea Painted Church. This bed & breakfast is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from The Point and 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Kilauea Caverns of Fire.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Airport drop-off available
Lots to doAmenities
Spa
Public Beach
Outdoor swimming pool
Sauna
Nightclub
Massage Room
Private parkingFree
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Property Description
Located in Pahoa, Hawaiian Sanctuary is a 4-minute drive from Pahoa Museum and 14 minutes from Star of the Sea Painted Church. This bed & breakfast is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from The Point and 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Kilauea Caverns of Fire.
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3.6/5
Cleanliness3.6
Amenities3.6
Location3.6
Service3.6
All 33 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Hilo International Airport
(34.6 km)
Landmarks: Pahoa Public Library
(970m)
Landmarks: Pahoa Skatepark
(1.1 km)
Landmarks: New Hope Christian Fellowship Puna
(1.2 km)
Landmarks: Pahoa District Park
(1.2 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
6
Cabin
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Garden view
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
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5
Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Garden view
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
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5
Standard Cabin, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Towels
Garden view
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Shared bathroom
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5
Standard Cabin, 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Towels
Garden view
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Shared bathroom
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8
Premium Cabin
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Towels
Garden view
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4
Traditional Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Garden View
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Towels
Garden view
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Shared bathroom
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Guest Reviews
3.6/5
33 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness3.6
- Amenities3.6
- Location3.6
- Service3.6
Average for similar properties in The Big Island (Hawaii island)
AI Summary
The rooms are clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with amenities. Guests praise the knowledgeable and friendly staff, offering a magical experience in the tropical forest sanctuary. Beds are particularly comfortable.
Guest User
January 24, 2025
The host was very nice, and a text message before we came was very helpful. The free spa and sauna are soothing, and the bed and pillows are soft and clean. Parking is free and is in front of the cabin. In the morning, cups of free coffee are warmly welcomed. Perhaps better cups and soap can be provided in the future.
Guest User
November 23, 2024
A bit out of the way, but a nice location. Great value with several great amenities. Room was very nice and spacious. Very clean. Could be noisy at times, but I have stayed in nosier hotels, so for me at least it wasn't an issue at all but your mileage may vary.
Guest User
November 14, 2024
Not just a hotel - a community. I felt so relaxed the second I arrived. The place is beautiful and well kept, and it houses folks staying monthly for courses and internships and what not, so lots of people to talk to. Felt like staying in a social hostel, with the comfort of a hotel. Some other reviews described it as dirty - you have to realize that a space so tucked away in the jungle will naturally have bugs and whatnot. Plus it's a nonprofit doing it's best, so you're not going to get the perfect cleanliness of some luxury hotel in Waikiki. However, I live in the jungle myself and was wildly impressed by how clean everything was. The spa room especially was pristine - and how lovely that you can reserve it all for yourself (do know there's a limit of 1 hour a day, but that's plenty). The yoga class I took (from Sydney I think?) was so lovely, and the Bee Dance on Friday was fantastic. If you're a young backpacker type, this is the place to be. Lots of locals come from the dance, and it's a great way to meet people (fire going in the back with goodies to eat and drink). Or if you don't love electronic music, it's far enough away from the main building for it not to trouble you - you'll hear some music in the distance. I'll certainly be back!
Guest User
November 1, 2024
Alex the very rude want to be security guard harassed me a few weeks ago at Bee Dance Friday night. I also recently stayed here for 1 night to have a relaxing staycation. Absolutely NOT worth the money. Super dusty room. All the windows were full of dust and dead bugs, the bed head board was disgusting!! Probably hadn't been cleaned in years. The refrigerator was not plugged in upon arrival so none of my food was cold. I was hoping to have a relaxing time in the hot tub, but when I arrived it was full if screaming kids.. Between the extremely rude staff (Alex) specifically, the dirty room, and overrun hot tub, I would definitely NOT recommend this place.
Guest User
October 8, 2024
Hawaiian Sanctuary lives up to its name, it truly was a sanctuary. Such a calm, relaxing atmosphere. I enjoyed every minute I was there. From the fragrant flowers and beautiful peacocks, to the soothing sounds of the coqui frogs and gentle rain at night. The people were all very friendly and helpful, my cabin was excellent. I will definitely stay again on my next visit to Hawaii.
Guest User
July 22, 2024
The onsite manager Lakshmi was very friendly and helpful. Room was simple and sufficient. Shared bathrooms were clean. Nice to have a sink in the room. Wandering the property in the morning amusing to watch the peacocks and chickens. We were there on a Monday night and were the only guests and were only there for 11 hours — didn’t do any classes and left before cafe opened. Another reviewer described it as a step up from camping which I think is accurate
Guest User
March 1, 2024
My family and I checked in on February 17, excited for our 3-night stay in what was supposed to be a Deluxe Premium Cabin, as we reserved. It was advertised on their website with a private bathroom, kitchen, and our own little patio. Our room given had no windows (yep, ZERO), and it was freezing cold at night—like, 55 degrees freezing. No private bathroom. We had to share with others. No kitchen, no patio, nothing we were promised. We complained, hoping for the room we booked, but got nowhere. We decided to leave the next day. The hotel said they'd refund us, but now it's February 29, and we're still waiting. They've ghosted us—no replies to emails or calls. We had to get our travel agency to chase down our refund. Long story short: If you're looking for a good time, skip this place. It's a letdown and way off from what they promise. We learned the hard way to double-check where we're staying next time.
Guest User
February 4, 2024
My 19 year-old-daughter and I celebrated my 65th birthday with a 3-night stay a Hawaiian Sanctuary and loved it. We were warmly greeted, by pre-arrangement, by Laxmi who showed us to our room in the main pavillion and gave us a tour of the "campus." The place was clean and super welcoming. Our queen bed room with a sink and mini-fridge was steps away from the nice shared bathroom and the heavenly spa room with sauna, hot tub and shower that we used every day. We cooked our breakfasts and dinners in the kitchen shared with staff and interns which was fun and made us feel part of the community, despite our only staying 3 nights. Easy drives to hot pools on the beach created by the 2018 eruption and a magnificent and very swimmable black sand beach, plus the town of Pahoa with an interesting Lava Zone Museum staffed by knowledgeable volunteers. I highly recommend a stay at Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat.
Services & Amenities
Popular Amenities for Beach Trips
Spa
Public Beach
Outdoor swimming pool
Sauna
Nightclub
Massage Room
Private parking
Free
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Hiking
Fitness Room
KTV
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Spa
Outdoor swimming pool
Fitness Room
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Transportation
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
24-Hour Front Desk
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Snack Bar
Public Areas
Picnic Area
Shared Kitchen
Smoking Area
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Health & Wellness
Spa
Yoga Session
Sauna
Massage Room
Foot Bath
Hiking
Fitness Room
Activities
Public Beach
Nightclub
KTV
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Safety & Security
CCTV In Public Areas
Smoke Detector
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–21:00
Check-out: 10:00–11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Continental, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 8
Located in Pahoa, Hawaiian Sanctuary is a 4-minute drive from Pahoa Museum and 14 minutes from Star of the Sea Painted Church. This bed & breakfast is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from The Point and 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Kilauea Caverns of Fire.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Hawaiian Sanctuary.
Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Hawaiian Sanctuary.
Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided.