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Host Your Retreat at Mu Garden Sanctuary
Retreats • Workshops • Ceremonies • Trainings • Weddings • Community Gatherings
A Sacred Sanctuary for Retreats, Renewal & Transformation
Nestled on six lush acres in the heart of Hilo, Hawaiʻi, Mu Garden Sanctuary is a one-of-a-kind retreat destination created to nourish the body, awaken the spirit, and cultivate meaningful human connection.
Lovingly built by our family, every temple, garden, and gathering space has been intentionally designed to support healing, creativity, ceremony, education, and community. Whether you are hosting a yoga retreat, wellness immersion, teacher training, creative gathering, sacred ceremony, or intimate celebration, Mu Garden Sanctuary offers an unforgettable setting where nature and beauty become part of the experience.
We believe that the spaces we gather in shape the experiences we create. Our intention is to provide a sanctuary where facilitators feel supported, guests feel deeply cared for, and every retreat leaves a lasting impact.
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The Tara Temple
A 900-square-foot open-air movement temple designed for yoga, meditation, dance, breathwork, and ceremony. Surrounded by tropical gardens and open to the Hawaiian breeze, Tara Temple offers a serene environment for embodied practice and meaningful gathering.
Pele's Temple of Miracles
Our signature geodesic sound temple is celebrated for its immersive acoustics, sacred geometry, and transformational atmosphere. An extraordinary space for sound healing, ceremonies, concerts, trainings, and community gatherings.
The sanctuary
Quan Yin Temple
Gathering Kitchen & Dining Pavilion
Gathering Kitchen & Dining Pavilion
Nestled among lush tropical gardens, the Quan Yin Temple offers a peaceful refuge where the gentle presence of water, nature, and silence come together in harmony. Guests are welcomed into a space for meditation, sacred water blessings, cleansing rituals, and heartfelt reflection—an invitation to release what no longer serves and step forward with renewed clarity, compassion, and intention.
Here, every blessing begins with the simple invitation to become fully present.
Gathering Kitchen & Dining Pavilion
Gathering Kitchen & Dining Pavilion
Gathering Kitchen & Dining Pavilion
The heart of our shared retreat experience, this welcoming open-air pavilion is where guests gather to enjoy nourishing meals, meaningful conversation, and moments of connection throughout their stay.
Nourishment as Ceremony
At Mu Garden Sanctuary, we believe that sharing a meal is one of the most meaningful ways to cultivate community.
Our in-house chef, Sean Smull, thoughtfully prepares vibrant, seasonal menus inspired by the abundance of Hawaiʻi. Every meal is crafted with fresh ingredients and a deep appreciation for nourishment, hospitality, and the art of gathering.
Culinary Offerings
- Farm-to-table retreat catering
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
- Private chef experiences
- Tea ceremonies
- Celebration dinners
- Seasonal menus
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and specialty dietary accommodations
Whether gathered around the table after a day of practice or celebrating a special occasion, every meal is an opportunity to slow down, connect, and savor the experience.
A little about our chef...
A little about our chef...
Aloha, I am Sean Smull. I'm originally from Arizona, but spent the last 14 years on Kauai as an executive chef for a premier beachfront restaurant. I am well-versed in many cultures and styles of food, and I enjoy fusing them together with intention and love to create artistic expressions of deliciousness. I feel very strongly about sourc
Aloha, I am Sean Smull. I'm originally from Arizona, but spent the last 14 years on Kauai as an executive chef for a premier beachfront restaurant. I am well-versed in many cultures and styles of food, and I enjoy fusing them together with intention and love to create artistic expressions of deliciousness. I feel very strongly about sourcing from the aina, as well as growing as much of the food as possible for our guests to enjoy. I love to infuse healing plants into my dishes whenever possible, and would love to share my knowledge with every plate I serve. I am also well trained in facilitating guests with allergies and diet regimens. I feel that you shouldn't have to sacrifice enjoyment to eat healthy, so we only use high-quality organic products in our recipes.
Experience the Magic of Mu
Stay at Mu Garden Sanctuary
Not joining a retreat? We invite you to experience the peace and beauty of Mu Garden Sanctuary through an independent stay in one of our private garden hales.
Whether you're seeking a quiet personal retreat, a place to reconnect with nature, or simply a peaceful home base while exploring the Big Island, our sanctuary offers an opportunity to slow down and immerse yourself in the rhythms of Hawaiʻi.
Wake to birdsong, wander the temple gardens, soak in the tranquility of the land, and experience the spirit that has made Mu Garden Sanctuary a beloved gathering place for seekers from around the world.
A Minimum Three-Night Sanctuary Experience
To honor the slower rhythm of sanctuary life and allow guests time to truly settle into the land, we offer a three-night minimum stay for all independent reservations.
We encourage you to unplug, breathe deeply, and experience the restorative pace that makes Mu Garden Sanctuary so special.
Reserve Your Stay
Individual accommodations are available exclusively through Hipcamp.
