The location is perfect for exploring the north half of the island, being close to both Honokaa and Waimea towns and only an hour away from Kono and Hilo!
This is in a very dense area of the jungle, so you will run into small critters and bugs, but the house is warm and the water is always hot and clean!
The bed was fabulously comfortable, clean and warm. This room has a partial open ceiling so sound privacy is unavailable but with great house-mates it’s not too bad. There is also a private entryway to your room which has a breathtaking view of the sanctuary!
I stayed for business and worked mon-fri at the sanctuary. There is an office room but I found better privacy working in my own room. The wifi internet is terrible but with patience it works for what you need!
Ryan also rented his car to me during my stay which made my trip a whole lot easier and very convenient. Ryan also offers to pick up and drop off at airports for a fee which was also very helpful.
There was a point where the bathroom was being shared by 10 or more people, I found myself waiting to use the toilet for over 4 hours sometimes but it all depends on how many guests are staying in one room at a time.
This is a wonderful place, and don’t expect a ‘hotel’ room, it’s a community stay. it’s very close to nature and very relaxing with plenty of room to walk around outside with chairs, flowers and ducks roaming around! This place is made for Longer stays and ‘getting away’