Accommodations
Accommodations include your room, delicious, nourishing meals, and full access to our stunning grounds and retreat center amenities.
Conscious Simplicity
To support your retreat experience, we offer clean and simple rooms with a minimal, peaceful design. Here, your mind can be free from distractions as you enjoy the beautiful and peaceful surroundings that the Retreat Center has to offer.
Shared Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
1 guest ā $129 per bed, per night
Meals included with accommodation
Our Shared Standard Rooms are ideal for friends, family, or solo travelers seeking connection. Solo travelers are thoughtfully paired with a same-gender roommate for a welcoming, secure stay. Each room features two twin beds and a vanity with washbasin, providing a cozy and practical space to unwind. Newly renovated individual bathrooms with showers are located just steps down the hall, giving you everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Private Standard Room with Shared Bathroom
1 guest – $199/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
Affordability meets privacy in these inviting, relaxing rooms. Choose from two twin beds or one queen/full bed, each featuring a vanity with washbasin. Newly renovated individual bathrooms with showers are located just steps down the hall. Relax and unwind in this serene and private space.
Standard Select Plus
1 guest – $219/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
This unique plus-size room features two full-sized beds with individual ceiling fans and boasts the best view of the Sri Vidya Shrine. Wake up rejuvenated and inspired to do your practice. Individual bathrooms are conveniently located steps away, across the hall. All campus amenities are close by when you stay in this centrally-located room.
Deluxe Room
1 guest – $249/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
Our Deluxe Room is a comfortable and spacious accommodation designed to provide a relaxing stay during your retreat. The room features a private bathroom and your choice of two twin beds, one full bed, or one queen-sized bed. We hope you enjoy your stay in our Deluxe Room.
Deluxe Suite
1 guest – $329/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
Our Deluxe Suite offers a cozy oasis for rest and renewal with a queen-sized bed, a welcoming sitting area, a writing desk, a pull out sofa, and a private en suite bathroom. This room is a perfect choice for couples or families with small children.
Jivana Suite
1 guest – $364/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
The Jivana Suite is a haven of tranquility and spaciousness. The sizable bedroom features a king-sized bed, a cozy sitting nook, and a newly remodeled private en suite bathroom. The separate living room is grand, filled with natural light, and provides a writing desk and plenty of room to spread out and unwind.
Guest House Suite
1 guest – $364/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
Rates are for a single two-bedroom suite
Steps from the main building, our two-floor chalet-style Guest House offers a homey environment that balances community with privacy. The heart of the space is a spacious shared lounge, connecting to four separate, fully private two-bedroom suites, each with its own amenities and booked separately. Each Guest House Suite can accommodate up to 4 adults and 2 small children, making it an ideal choice for families or groups of friends.
Each private suite includes:
- A full bathroom
- A living room area with a pullout couch
- A kitchenette with a refrigerator and microwave (no cooking facilities)
- A bedroom with a full-size bed
- A loft bedroom on the second floor with a queen-sized bed
Each Guest House Suite can accommodate up to four adults.
Ananda Cottage
1 guest – $379/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
Nestled in the serene beauty of the Pocono Mountains and just half a mile from the main building, the Ananda Cottage offers a tucked-away retreat, perfect for those seeking peace and quiet. A private patio provides the ideal spot to enjoy the lush surroundings.
This cozy cottage features one bedroom, a kitchen, dining area, living room, and a full bathroom. The open-concept floor plan allows for an easy flow between living spaces. The bedroom serves as a tranquil sanctuary, furnished with a comfortable full-size bed, a writing desk positioned near the window, and has Wi-Fi for your convenience
Harmony Cottage
1 guest – $399/night
plus $60/night per additional guest
Meals included with accommodation
The Harmony Cottage is nestled at the edge of the forest on the Himalayan Institute campus, just half a mile from the main building. Surrounded by the serene beauty of the Pocono Mountains, it offers a peaceful retreat where you can reconnect with nature.
This spacious one-bedroom cottage provides ample room for both relaxation and practice. Its open-concept living space combines the living room, kitchen, and dining area. This cheerful sanctuary is furnished with a full-size bed, features a walk-in closet, and a full bathroom. The well-equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher, washer, and dryer. Additional amenities include a desk, Wi-Fi, and a pullout sofa suitable for one person.
Testimonials
Had an unbelievable experience it was like winning the lottery the facility along with all of the staff. Amy was amazing. She had wonderful energy and ran her retreat beautifully. I could not ask for a better weekend away. It has been three years since I’ve done anything for myself. the only suggestion I can make is if you had the market and the café hours open more. The treats in the café were the best the front desk was very kind and helpful. I have absolutely not one complaint whatsoever it was so worth it. I am recommending this place to everyone I know thank you for the beautiful weekend off.
I had a lovely and relaxing weekend. The environment is cozy and welcoming. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food and chocolate (!) were nourishing. It was simple. It was silent. It was everything I needed and nothing I didn’t. An excellent reminder of how uncomplicated it is to take care of ourselves, which gets easily lost in a society that thrives on consumption.
I really enjoyed my time at HI and found the room and bathrooms to be clean and had the essentials I needed for my stay. The room felt cool enough with the ceiling fan, despite the day I checked in being hot. The food was good, and I appreciated the dairy-free options (and gluten-free options, even though I do eat gluten). It was great that there was coffee for sale, as I am a coffee lover! I liked the simple and peaceful decor of the common areas, especially the solarium. The grounds were nice and well kept. I loved the beautiful trails on the grounds. The staff were helpful and friendly. All-in-all a very good first experience at HI.
Overall, I completely enjoyed the experience. It was the first yoga retreat where I felt totally relaxed and at peace with myself. I participated in the Rest and Digest Program Winter Retreat which I really liked. Maura Manzo is very knowledgeable on making the experience a beneficial one for everyone. In addition to the scheduled walks and Moka tour, I visited the Sri Vidya Shrine to meditate and pray and took one of the Instituteās Hatha Yoga Classes. I found the entire atmosphere to be calming and hope to visit again.
More Information
Payment
The prices shown include the cost of accommodations, weekend yoga classes*, meals, use of the tea lounge, cafe, wifi, trails, public spaces, and all the amenities that the retreat center offers. Full payment is required at registration and can be made with VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover.
Registration And Arrival
Check-in:
Due to our limited staff, we have limited hours for check-in. Our staff is available to welcome you from 2 pm to 4 pm (Sunday—Saturday), so please plan to arrive between these hours. If your plans may require an earlier or later arrival, please contact Guest Services to make arrangements. However, regretfully, we are unable to accommodate arrivals after 10 pm. If you are not able to arrive before 10 pm, you may need to make alternative lodging arrangements for the night. Then you can check in the next morning.
Check-out:
Check-out time is 12:30 pm on the day of departure. We can extend your check-out time to accommodate your scheduling needs (pending availability) for a courtesy charge.
What to Bring:
The Institute provides bed linens and towels. Please bring your toiletries, including soap, toothpaste, bathrobe, slippers, shower shoes, hairdryer, etc. We also recommend bringing a flashlight, yoga mat, and umbrella.
Cancellations & Refunds
We offer a full refund to guests who cancel their reservation at least seven days before arrival unless you are informed your program has additional restrictions. If you cancel between 7 days and 1 day in advance, a nonrefundable credit to your HI Retreat Center account (less a $50 processing fee) will be held for one year from the date of issue. No credit or refund is available if you cancel on your arrival day, do not show up, or leave a program, event, or accommodation early.
Off-Campus Fee
All guests staying off-campus pay an amenities fee of $60 per day to cover the cost that we incur to accommodate your meals and, if applicable, your participation in the seminar. The amenities fee includes meals, weekend yoga classes*, and full use of public guest facilities.
Outside Food and Drink
Guests with dietary restrictions and severe allergies are welcome to bring necessary food items and beverages, but please be mindful that there is only a small guest kitchenette with a shared mini-fridge for storage. Guests will be required to dispose of any unused items before departing and encouraged to label their food items with names and stay dates. Please note that the residents and staff observe a vegetarian diet while on campus, and alcoholic beverages are not permitted.
*Weekend yoga class schedule is subject to change. Please check your program schedule for details.
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