Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center

13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana Rd, Pāhoa, HI 96778, Pāhoa, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.4 / 5

Overview

Hawaiian Sanctuary Retreat Center is a 3-star retreat in Pāhoa, on Pahoa Kalapana Road. Guest accounts describe a lush, jungle-like setting, landscaped grounds, and a peaceful communal area. Its public rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 151 reviews.

Rooms

Room details are not documented as a complete inventory. One guest described a room with two queen beds and a private bathroom, while another mentioned insects in a shared washroom and a broken room lock; these accounts suggest it is worth confirming the room and bathroom arrangement when booking.

Food & Community

Guests have mentioned home-cooked lunches, including food sourced from the property, and an Elixir Bar serving specialty teas and small breakfast treats. Reviews also describe yoga classes in the Grow room, a Friday evening Bee Dance, and opportunities to spend time in the community area; check directly whether these activities are currently offered.

Nearby Area

The retreat is near Pāhoa town, with Pāhoa Lava Zone Museum about 1.8 km away, Fissure 8 Tours about 3.9 km away, and Lava Tree State Monument about 4.1 km away. Coastal stops in the wider area include Kehena Black Sand Beach (about 9.9 km), Pohoiki Black Sand Beach (about 10.7 km), and Kapoho Tide Pools (about 12.6 km).

Best for

This retreat may suit travelers looking for a communal, nature-oriented stay rather than a conventional hotel experience: guests mention leafy grounds, shared community space, yoga, and a Friday evening gathering. It may also appeal to visitors exploring Pāhoa-area landmarks such as Lava Tree State Monument and the nearby black-sand beaches, though the coastal sites are several miles away.

Travel tips

Pāhoa town is nearby, but one guest noted that walking there involves following the main road; plan your transport accordingly and confirm local travel options independently. Check with the property about current room bathroom arrangements, food service, and activity schedules, since guest-described offerings may vary. The Pāhoa Lava Zone Museum is about 1.8 km away, while nearby coastal destinations such as Kehena Black Sand Beach are about 9.9 km away.

What guests say

Guests praise the welcoming, helpful staff and describe the grounds and community area as peaceful and appealing. Positive accounts also mention home-cooked lunches, the Elixir Bar, yoga classes, and social activities such as the Friday Bee Dance. One reviewer reported a broken room lock and insects in a shared washroom, so room security and washroom conditions are worth checking.

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