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Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia

250 Lokahi Road Box 185, Kapaau, Island of Hawaii, HI 96755
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#1 of 2 hotels in Kapaau
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4.4
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4.2
GreenLeaders Platinum level
Nestled among towering pines and cooling ocean breezes Hawaii Island Retreat and Spa is unique among Hawaii Destinations. Located on 50 acres of North Kohala's coastal land, this boutique hotel is the ultimate in sustainability merged with a luxury spa retreat. Our elite 17 room boutique lodge features farm-to-table dining, spacious yoga studios with polished hardwood floors, and luxurious guest rooms with roomy private bath and balcony. We offer elegant venues in a distinctly Hawaiian setting. Perfect for group retreats, weddings, reunions, and corporate retreats.
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Free parking
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Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Restaurant
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
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Hot tub
Infinity pool
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Breakfast available
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Private balcony
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Ocean view
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4.0 of 5 stars
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Ocean View
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Ski wrote a review Mar 2
Vail, Colorado84 contributions50 helpful votes
Don’t stay here. No hot water in any areas, including the shower buildings which should have hot water to shower. So we were forced to skip showering or take a freezing cold shower. Supposedly they have solar heated water but nope. Place seemed deserted, no staff anywhere. No water to drink on the entire property. No food availability, even though they claim they have fresh food with a chef. Very misleading advertising. The brochure sounds great but once you get there it’s nothing like advertised. Was quoted one price and charged a higher price. There literally was no staff anywhere and even though we were told that the rooms would be cleaned every day they weren’t. Salt water pool area dirty and also the pool water, hot tub old and dirty. Stay away from this property, camping in a tent would be better and much cheaper.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Room Tip: Don’t stay here, no hot water,not maintained
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Ashton A wrote a review Dec 2023
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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 and chickens! I took full advantage of the spa menu and got multiple treatments with both Jeanie and Momi. Both were fabulous and deeply pampered me. Yoga with Lia was a very special experience. She taught class in a beautiful glass room overlooking the valley and infinity pool. Absolutely breathtaking. On the last day of my stay, I got a special treat with a private Hula class with Mike. He was SO fun and class was educational and easy to follow. If you stay there, I highly recommend taking a walk down to the private cove. It’s not safe to swim BUT it’s really beautiful to watch the waves. I definitely plan on coming back and staying again as 5 days on the Big Island was really not enough. The retreat is really conveniently located and super easy to get around the island from there. I had SO many great shops and places to eat close by. But truly, I think the most special part about this place is the staff. They made everything feel so first class for me. I can’t wait to return!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Lynette G wrote a review Oct 2023
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I attended a retreat here and the experience was wonderful. The staff were so helpful in anything I asked for; they are wonderful in every way. The property is so peaceful and I enjoyed the massage treatment I received so much. Being right there with a gentle breeze made the times indoor so enjoyable. The trails were wonderful and the pool amazing. I would highly recommend and intend to go back and probably take my family with me this time.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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scott a wrote a review Jun 2023
Lords Valley, Pennsylvania2 contributions1 helpful vote
This is a very special place. While a lot of aspects are great, to me, it is the location, the land itself, that really sets it apart. The facilities, rooms etc. are all fine (the saltwater pool is fantastic actually) but when you walk down into the valley, hit the beach access from the property, you're in a gorgeous and powerful place. I don't know how to explain it exactly, but I felt like I was drinking in the energy from the place. While it feels like you're a million miles from anything, it's also a short ride into town if you need any basics or a meal off the property. Maybe not everyone would appreciate the place as much others, but I absolutely loved it and can't wait to return.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Acela Rimando B wrote a review Mar 2023
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The hospitality, everyone and everything about the place was exceptional! I felt like I was coming Home to Family; all of the staff were warm, welcoming, caring, and friendly. The property was magnificent and magical! I enjoyed the walks to the water and around the land. The food was always delicious! My questions and concerns were answered and addressed immediately with enthusiasm. What a special and beautiful place!
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Room Tip: somewhat remote, away from touristy areas and beaches so best to have the mindset of enjoying...
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Aiden C wrote a review Mar 2023
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This place has no equal. It is the only accommodation in the area on the ocean. The view is like out of a movie. The service is impeccable. This place was hand built by Doc Watkins and his wife Jeannie. The infinity pool overlooking the mountains and ocean is unparalleled. Every room in the lodge is different and beautiful. The semi-outdoor dining room brings the fresh air in as you eat. As you follow the trip down to the ocean you'd a first think you were in a lush forest. The staff is all local and friendly, most of them having worked there for many many years. If you want to experience the real Hawaii, go there and stay there.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Use the pool. Hike the grounds.
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maria a wrote a review Dec 2022
Toronto, Canada3 contributions
We went back to celebrate our 25th anniversary took a cruise for 1 week around all the islands and went back to Maui to renew our wows on the beach barefoot. We went to 3 1/2 weeks. Was the best trip ever. Our cruise was so beautiful because we were able to take tours. Once in Maui we took a helicopter tour over the islands and it was stunning
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Ocmuggle wrote a review Jul 2022
Orange County, California15 contributions10 helpful votes
Do not stay here. Especially if you have small children. It’s dirty, gross and not as advertised!! This is NOT a resort. This is a rundown 70’s hostel. If it advertised as a hostel, my expectations would be in line and would have been fine with my stay. Instead it touts itself as a “luxury resort” and it is anything but that. My family rented this entire resort and time and time again they said they were kid friendly. 100% not kid friendly. Like why are there low and dirty pond everywhere that kids could trip and fall into?? We rented the entire resort, yet other guest where staying there? We paid for breakfast and random guests joined us? We were allowed to use their kitchen and it was the most disgusting kitchen I have ever seen. There was a small refrigerator in the open dining room for all the guests which was also dirty and disgusting. The people working here seemed like backpackers working for free. The girl who made our breakfast was wearing short shorts with no bra. Like there are small children everywhere. Our rooms were so gross and dirty. We knew there was no air cond but bec we our room was in the back, it was sooooo hot. If you not going have screens on the doors, no air conditioning at least provide mosquito nets. It was so hot that we left the doors open but guess what flew in? Cockroaches. No no no!! We stayed (3) days and left. We could not waste another moment in Hawaii at this hostel. 0/5 would recommend.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Elise Morcos sauvain wrote a review Mar 2022
Washington DC, District of Columbia21 contributions
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I stayed 3 nights in this hostel, with my husband and child. It was a very great rest and rejuvenating time. The rules are simple. No wifi accept in the main zone, no noise. This is an eco friendly place, and very respectful of environment ( no air conditionner, no TV in room, shampoo and conditionner biodegradable...). The place is beautiful and amazing, in a Hawaiian traditional style, all in stone and wood, with asian decoration. very few people which help to be disconnected. the nature is everywhere in the hostel and around, with the trees, ocean, and cliffs. But the room are very clean and quiet. So it s a perfect deal. The jacuzzi and pool space are great. we were calm and in peace in this beautiful place. It is not a noisy and terrifying place such as the big resorts. It s another way to travel and to regenerate itself. Maybe one negative point, the food. Their no food available, like snacks, or drinks, and it s too bad. But the town is just 5 minus ride and you can get anything you need. the breakfast is expensive and not included it s too bad too. Nevertheless, it s a very relaxing and enjoyable experience ti stay in this incredible place.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Ted H wrote a review Mar 2022
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If, like me, you are searching for a spiritual/healing retreat in alignment with the natural resources and beauty of the Big Island, (and with really good fresh food) Hawaii island retreat is the place for you. The land is lush and varied, centered around a small sacred valley. The central valley is the home of large sacred lava stones and medicine trees, surrounded by a working farm with beautiful fruit, vegetables, cacao and farm animals. The land meets the ocean at dramatic sea cliff/ cove with quiet places for cliffside sitting over the gorgeous ocean (where I saw whales). It is just a few miles from the famous Pololu valley lookout and the land here echos those amazing cliffs and that heavenly feeling of being held in a magical cove. I stayed in a yurt by the pool, though the main building is also very lovely and has nice breezy rooms. The food was all from the farm, and it was delicious and ample and prepared with love. Though the place has larger formal retreats, I took a personal retreat here at the advice of a friend and am I glad I did! I spent my days lazily exploring the ceremonial and farm grounds, with a few terrific hikes at nearby Pololu. I also participated in yoga classes each morning. I took a wonderful, informative and challenging hula lesson from a lovely staff member. The staff was kind and friendly. Most important, however, were my encounters with the great Lady of the place, Jeanne, who created this center around the sacred land, encouraged by her Hawaiian wisdom teachers and directed by the stones themselves. Her tour of the grounds is essential to making sense of the palpable, powerful mystery of this place, and she has the energy of a great earthy wisdom teacher as well. I also did a Reiki session and Lomi Lomi massage with her that were extremely helpful and moving for me at a time of transition in my life. Do not miss the opportunity of working with Jeanne. Hawaii Island Retreat is the opposite of a vacation resort- the wind is the air conditioning, the amenities are lovely and homey, and at the same time, are not for those seeking a high luxury resort experience. This was pitch perfect for me. I felt a great opportunity for quiet reflection, powerful connection, and change as I opened my heart to the place. Hawaii Island Retreat is unique and I recommend it whole heartedly.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from Jeanne Sunderland, General Manager at Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia
Responded Mar 19, 2022
Mahalo for your gracious review - it's clear that you are one of those that "get" what we are about here and the sacred energy of the land itself. We take our stewardship seriously and are ever so pleased to have guests like you. Please visit us again soon!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia
Which popular attractions are close to Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia?
Nearby attractions include Kohala Mountain Road (3.0 miles), The Original King Kamehameha Statue (3.1 miles), and Keokea Beach Park (3.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a fitness center.
What food & drink options are available at Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia?
Conveniently located restaurants include Kohala Coffee Mill, Bamboo Restaurant, and Kings View Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Does Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Does Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho`omaluhia accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.