Kalani
Hawaii (Big Island), Hawaii
808/965-7828, 800/800-6886
Kalani is Hawaii's largest retreat center, celebrating exuberance on the Big Island for more than 35 years. Gay owned and managed, Kalani provides a supportive and explorative setting where gay men feel completely at home. Experience paradise in a vibrant and colorful environment. Enjoy our eco-friendly accommodations, and listen to the sounds of nature and the ocean at night.
Let your spirir soar by enjoying diverse activities and classes including yoga, dance, Hawaiian culture, and much more. Explore the volcano, lava, stunning tide pools, and a black sand beach rated one of the best secluded beaches in the world. Indulge in our delicious cuisine, chef-prepared with a focus on local and organic produce. And relax with our clothing-optional pool, spa, and extensive bodywork options, all in a lush rainforest setting.
Whether you seek a secluded getaway, a nurturing personal retreat, a community experience that embraces diversity, or a breathtaking adventure, Kalani is sure to deliver - leaving you with an overflowing feeling of aloha.
- Clientele
- Mixed gay/ straight
- Owned And Run By
- Gay/ lesbian
- Description
- Beautiful non-profit retreat center on the coast of Hawaii; nature, culture, wellness classes & retreats
- Nearby Tourist Attractions
- Pahoa Village, Volcano Nat'l Park, Hilo Botanical Garden, Hilo Town, Mauna Kea, Hamakuo Coast
- Outdoor Recreation
- Clothing-optional black-sand beach, tide pools, spectacular waterfalls, hot springs, steam baths, coastal hikes, lava viewing
- Pickup Service
- Airport pickup; $45-65
- Transit
- Near public transit; 25 miles to Hilo; Kalani shuttle on request; rental car or taxi recommended
- Number Of Rooms
- 65 total, 4 suites, 10 kings, 12 queens, 30 fulls, 40 twins, A/C (1), ceiling fan (30), kitchenette (3), refrigerator (20), safer sex supplies, comfortable, airy, views of ocean, garden & lawn
- Baths
- Private & shared
- Wheelchair Access
- Yes, 1 rm
- Amenities
- Office hrs: 8am-9pm; free parking, laundry, pool, sauna, outdoor hot tub, massage, gym, WiFi, snacks, coffee/ tea, 25m swimming pool, cafe/ gift shop, group meeting rms, yoga & dance classes, weight rm, snorkeling equipment, kayaks, volleyball, landscaped lawns bordered by ocean & forest, hiking trails & Hawaiian culture programs
- Kids
- Welcome
- Pets
- No
- Season
- Open yr-round; High season: yr-round
- Reservations
- Required
- Deposit
- Required, 1 night (nonrefundable), due at booking, personal check ok
- Check In And Check Out Times
- 3pm/ 11am
- Payment
- Cash, travelers checks, Visa, Amex, MC, Discover
- Rates
- $90-275