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Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center

3.0 star property
Comfortable guesthouse in Pahoa with free parking

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Standard Cabin (Mango) | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor (Noni)
Standard Cabin (Lilikoi)
Towels
Basic Cabin (Papaya 1) | Terrace/patio
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business services
    Business servicesBusiness services

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM
The price is MXN$1,583
Price available on 11/7/2024

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13-260 Pohoiki Avenue, Pahoa, HI, 96778
  • Popular LocationIsaac Hale Beach Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationPohoiki Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationKehena Beach21 min drive
  • AirportHilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.)73 min drive
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Room options

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Basic Cabin (Milo 2)

Basic Cabin (Milo 2)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Cabin (Milo 1)

Basic Cabin (Milo 1)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Cabin (Cacao) | Living area

Standard Cabin (Cacao)

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Floor plan

Premium Cabin, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Partial Ocean View (Dragonfly)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Cabin (Lilikoi) | Terrace/patio

Standard Cabin (Lilikoi)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor (Noni)

Deluxe Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor (Noni)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Located on the ground floor
  • 19 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cabin, Garden View, Sea Facing (Yoga Hale 1)

Standard Cabin, Garden View, Sea Facing (Yoga Hale 1)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed

  • 9.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Cabin (Rollinia) | Terrace/patio

Standard Cabin (Rollinia)

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Cabin (Mango)

Standard Cabin (Mango)

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Premium Cabin, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Partial Ocean View (Ocean Vista)

Floor plan

Premium Cabin, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Partial Ocean View (Ocean Vista)

Highlights

Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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The price is MXN$1,804
MXN$2,668 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
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About the neighborhood

Pahoa

Located in Pahoa, Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center is in a rural area and near the beach. Mackenzie State Park and Isaac Hale Beach Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pohoiki and Hobby Garden Hawaii. Hiʻiaka's Healing Hawaiian Herb Garden and Hilo Coffee Mill are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Isaac Hale Beach Park - 16 min walk
  • Pohoiki Beach - 2 min drive
  • Pohoiki - 2 min drive
  • Kehena Beach - 21 min drive
  • Kapoho Beach - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Hilo Intl. Airport (ITO) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Shack Bake - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Kaleo's Bar & Grill - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Bare Bonez Q - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Paradise Farms - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Kalapana Lava Boat Tour - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center

Guesthouse by the ocean
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, 2 meeting rooms, and multilingual staff

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 mi
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 per person

Things to do

  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2010
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 111761408001
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center Pahoa
Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center Casa de huéspedes
Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center Casa de huéspedes Pahoa

Frequently asked questions

Is Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center?

As of 27 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center on 11 Jul 2024 start from MXN$1,583, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 10.00 (subject to availability).

Does Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 80.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center located?

Situated by the ocean, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Isaac Hale Beach Park, Pohoiki Beach, and Pohoiki. Mackenzie State Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Kirpal Meditation and Ecological Center Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 69 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I loved the night time action hearing all the wildlife it was amazing. Having the bathroom outside was awkward but was trying new things and the second night i wanted a hot shower and it was nothing but cold water...my husband and I are plumbers and we take a look at the water heater and it wasnt staying lit...so we didnt even get to have a shower after sweating all day and going to the beach...pretty place but they need to take the money from the extra days i didnt stay there and possibly fix there amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVED the three walled bathroom, bathing in rain water, my cabin, and the quiet time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very quite and nature. Staffs are so nice and helpful for valuable advices.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anderson, Washington, DC, US

Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kirpal is a unique experience. This is not luxury accommodations for the body but it makes up for that in the friendly people, the simple and comfortable sleeping space, the cleanliness albeit in the jungle near lava flow, and as it recovers. We were pleasantly surprised and enjoyed the entire experience from our morning walks, to excellent meals, and interacting with staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

DeeElle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Nice People. Peaceful Atmosphere. Nice Bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

ERIC, Washington

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone there was really nice. Even other guest's
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We Loved our Stay
We were nervous about staying here given some of the reviews, but we absolutely LOVED it and will stay again. It was a great place with a welcoming staff. Even my teenagers loved this experience. If to stay, make sure you are there on a Wednesday so you can go to uncle Roberts farmers market. Wifi was also better than we have at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

Jaime-blue

Disliked: Staff & service
The person who checked us in blatantly gave us the wrong room. We paid for their premium room with a private lanai and outdoor ocean view bedroom and shower clearly marked on the reservation to a cottage with a bunk bed and a worse view.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
False Advertisement
There are no locks on any of the doors, and our lanai door was broken so it wouldn't close all the way letting a lot of insects in. (I had to throw away a pair of underwear that was being ravaged by ants) Whenever I asked "volunteers" about different aspects of the camp they made me feel like I was inconveniencing them. The outhouse is scary at night, and while I admire their dedication to water conservation I wish the "yellow let it mellow" situation had been advertised to me beforehand. The Wifi was really hard to connect to and when I did, it was extremely slow. Also I can see a sliver of the ocean from my apartment in Kaimuki. I don't call it an "ocean view." Kirpal Meditation Center really shouldn't either.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Remote, peaceful Accomodations off beaten path
Clean, comfortable, pleasant stay. A remote, peaceful area. A little Spartan in some aspects.

4/10 Poor

S, wisconsin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is actually a commune
The person that showed us to our room was very friendly but she said this was more of a place of healing and comfort than a hotel. She welcomed us to a vegan supper and breakfast and their yoga classes if we wanted to attend, which we didn’t. She said when it’s in season guests can help themselves to fruit off the trees, as much as they care to eat. The acreage is beautiful as it’s full of trees and wildlife and is a short drive to the beach. We could barely see the ocean from our Oceanview room (my guess it that it’s close to a mile away). The nearest bathroom was essentially an outhouse about 100 yards away and their septic system doesn’t accept toilet paper so, a health hazard in my opinion, you had to put the toilet paper in a garbage next to the toilet and wash your hands with cold water. The room had numerous holes in each of the arcs of the tin roof and large gaps under the door so there were lizards crawling around. She told me the top sheet was to always stay on the bedding to shield the bedding and towels from lizard poop. We skipped our shower the next morning as it was outside coming off the side of another building where you would either have to shower naked or in our bathing suits. The heat to the shower was propane so she said we would need to come get them in the middle of the shower if it started running cold. We recieved a call from them within a week after we left saying they had a job opportunity for us, which we never returned.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Ella

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was in an extremely remote location, which we had not anticipated. There was no running water when we arrived, and despite the website indicating that these cabins are spread out, we found ourselves in a cabin with a walking path entirely surrounding it right up against other cabins, so we heard voices and noises the entire night from people passing. No privacy, difficult to reach even by car. This was more like camping, and I do not believe that this hotel should be available for the package flights and hotel deal that we got on Expedia. After realizing that this was not the place for us, we asked for whatever refund they could give us (we booked for a week, left early the first morning). They did not offer is even one night's refund, and were extraordinarily rude to us over the phone. Expedia told us to call the hotel, hotel staff told us to call Expedia. All in all we were extremely disappointed with our experience, and we are unlikely to purchase a package deal though this website again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Steve, Brussels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful retreat
We enjoyed our four day stay in the Yoga Hale. It is a cozy cabin-style room with a cute lanai overlooking the jungle. Shared bathroom about 30 feet away near the shared kitchen facilities, which are handy for making coffee/tea or a meal. (It's a vegetarian kitchen so no meat, fish or eggs; dairy is ok.) This retreat is great for people who are willing to get off the grid with great morning yoga classes followed by community breakfasts. The staff - who are mostly yoga teachers - are incredibly welcoming and kind. Great folks to talk to with some very interesting personal stories. The location is perfect if you want to make day trips to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Hilo, and a number of quiet and beautiful beaches that are all nearby. You can have a vegan dinner there or go offsite to a number of cute places in the area. We had dinner a few times in Pahoa, Volcano, and Kalapana. Yoga classes every morning were challenging and inspirational. Come here with an open mind - don't expect a standard hotel - and you'll enjoy the experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Dave, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Off grid
This is not for everyone, I enjoy it because it's off grid and I can adjust to anything, for my wife it was a shell shock to her but she quickly adjusted..great host and staff...lovely garden and scenery...
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Cristy

Liked: Staff & service
Camping cabin
Overall, the stay was okay. It was like camping. We rented an ocean view room, but all we could see was a forest. The wifi only worked from certain areas and not from our room. Our washroom was outside, with no doors and little privacy. However, it was peaceful and the staff were nice. Important to note that the manager takes down your credit card information and keeps it on her computer indefinitely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Pasadena,CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My sister and I enjoyed our stay in the "Noni" bungalow. It was quiet and naturally pleasing. Our stay was from July 18, 2017 to July 21, 2017. I recommend staying here as it is directly near the coast (walking distance) and a great large, warm body of water to swim in which is north of Isaac Hale State Beach and is overseen by a lifeguard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nigel, Houston Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Eco friendly and very relaxing
I chose the Kirpal Center with no forethought. I was very pleasantly surprised by how Eco friendly and relaxing a place it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Peaceful
Very rustic, simple and incredibly relaxing. The meals were delicious and healthful. The morning yoga was invigorating. Don't expect a Hilton, come for peace and re-entering at a very affordable price. Great, caring staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

4/10 Poor

Paul, Muscoy CA

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kirpal may or may not be for you-It's not a hotel.
Kirpal is everything that other reviewers have described. Is it for you? Maybe. Maybe not. When we arrived, we were greeted by Padma and Lulu (Lovely yoga-vegan ladies), who checked us in. The Yoga Hale 1 is a small sparely furnished private screened-in room with a deck. It is part of the yoga structure where a class was being held. You can use curtains for side "windows", but no one is there to peer in. The big glass door opening to the view of the ocean and forest doesn't need a curtain. No one but wild birds, frogs, and maybe a wild piggie or two are out there. Some creatures do manage to get into the room, including geckos, and I did see fleeting glimpses of some other unidentified creeping things that inhabit the rain forest just outside the door. They were not an issue, but you have to be prepared to not get freaked out about them. The bathrooms are open to the forest on one side. You can sit there and contemplate nature, or shower (brrriefly) in the unheated 85°F water. (I may be wrong about that, but it did not get hot for us.) And there was a posting exhorting the bather to conserve, lest he feel guilty about using too much. A shared kitchen was available, and meals were available at extra cost. One of the residents was preparing a delicious smelling curry when I checked it out. If you bring food, you have to label your stuff, and not eat what's not yours. It is a completely vegerarian operation. My Google review has more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a great experience for my kids and myself. Would highly recommend this to anyone seeking something different.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Lucia, Arizona

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Low Price, Great feel, good stay
We had simple but adaquate accomodations for the best price I could find. I am on a low budget and Kirpal gave me a chance to save money for tourist activities while staying at a beautiful location, great staff and fun room.

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a unique place, and I enjoyed it very much - and hope to return. It was a relaxing stay and everyone was very friendly and welcoming. I truly enjoyed the community feel. Thank you!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Too Much NATURE !
I did not stay there at all when I saw Bed/Bath room all OUTDOOR. I did called and request a refund from Expedia. 15 hours to go to Hawaii is horrible. American Airlines too many routes and I only need 5 hours to fly there from San Jose Ca. I Won't use Expedia for the next trip.