Title: Art of Living Retreat Center Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Art of Living Retreat Center Mountain retreat center combines yoga practice with outdoor adventures, offering a peaceful sanctuary where visitors can reconnect with themselves ## Photo gallery for Art of Living Retreat Center ![Courtyard - Art of Living Retreat Center (Boone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6910000/6904400/6904397/640658e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Art of Living Retreat Center (Boone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6910000/6904400/6904397/b0dbee9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; vegetarian cuisine - Art of Living Retreat Center (Boone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6910000/6904400/6904397/8e13fb86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night - Art of Living Retreat Center (Boone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6910000/6904400/6904397/97c80d3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages - Art of Living Retreat Center (Boone)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6910000/6904400/6904397/5c1ba9c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Art of Living Retreat Center, surrounded by mountains, offers gardens, a playground, Shankara Ayurveda Spa treatments, yoga classes, hiking, and biking trails. Enjoy the vegetarian buffet restaurant and library for nourishment of body and mind. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - All-inclusive - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Gym ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 4 - Jan 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=6904397&PinnedHotelID=6904397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=6904397&PinnedHotelID=6904397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 5 - Jan 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=6904397&PinnedHotelID=6904397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=6904397&PinnedHotelID=6904397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=6904397&PinnedHotelID=6904397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=6904397&PinnedHotelID=6904397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 16 - 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Indulge in a Thai massage, a body treatment and aromatherapy at Shankara Ayurveda Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site vegetarian cuisine buffet restaurant, Vegetarian Dining Hall, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include hiking/biking. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and a gift shop - Wedding services, massage treatment rooms and smoke-free property Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Heating and fans - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges ### All-inclusive details This resort is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply). ### Gratuities and taxes Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted. ### Food and beverages All buffet meals, snacks and select beverages included ### Activities and facilities/equipment All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included. ### Land activities Fitness facilities Spa facilities Limited spa services ### Lessons/classes/games Yoga ## Similar properties ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111636100/111636073/04a19ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Mi to Sugar Mountain Ski Resort: Cozy Getaway! 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A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Restaurants on site - Vegetarian Dining Hall ### Things to do - Full-service spa - Gym - Hiking/biking trails - Library - Playground - Steam room - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - No housekeeping service - Wedding services ### Business services - 22 square feet of conference space - Computer station - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - In the mountains - Picnic area ### Full-service spa - Aromatherapy - Ayurvedic treatments - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Hot stone massages - Prenatal massages - Spa treatment rooms - Steam room - Swedish massages - Thai massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in room - No lift - Tile flooring in room - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Desk - Fan - Free local calls - Heating - Individual furnishings - Phone - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Air conditioning is not provided Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Alcohol is not served at this property ### Property is also known as Blue Heaven Spa Art Living Retreat Center Blue Heaven Spa Art Living Retreat Center Boone Blue Heaven Spa Art Living Retreat Center Hotel Blue Heaven Spa Art Living Retreat Center Hotel Boone Shankara Ayurveda Spa Hotel Boone Shankara Ayurveda Spa Hotel Shankara Ayurveda Spa Boone Art Living Retreat Center Hotel Boone Art Living Retreat Center Hotel Art Living Retreat Center Boone Art Living Retreat Center Blue Heaven Spa at the Art of Living Retreat Center Art Living Retreat Center Resort Boone Art Living Retreat Center Resort Art Living Retreat Center Boo Art of Living Retreat Center Boone Art of Living Retreat Center Resort Art of Living Retreat Center Resort Boone ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Art of Living Retreat Center pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Art of Living Retreat Center? ### What time is check-in at Art of Living Retreat Center? ### What time is check-out at Art of Living Retreat Center? ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Art of Living Retreat Center? ### Where is Art of Living Retreat Center located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Art of Living Retreat Center Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 17 Jul 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Too Hot! I have not stayed in a hotel without air conditioning in years. If I had known, I would not have booked. North Carolina summers are too warm to be AC free. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I have a wonderful stay each and every time I stay at AOL! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Otto 4 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Hotel was empty and we get the worst room, big construction machine in front of our room. ##### Otto Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 17 Nov 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The Art of Living Retreat center in Boone NC This retreat center is one my favorite places to go for healing, rest, relaxation and beauty. It is an amazing place!!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Mike, South Carolina 3 Nov 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Out of the Ay It may be physically close to Boone, but it takes a while to drive there.minutes on winding road). There is no pool, vending machines and our room did not have AC. However, the room was super clean and comfortable. We stayed in late October and open ended widows. Most of all it was quiet. You won’t hear cars or orther people. Just wind through trees. On site cafeteria was non traditional food, so we drove to town. If you just want peace and quiet this is the place. ##### Mike Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### George 30 Oct 2017 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### guest house in the boondocks Hard to find retreat center pretending to be a hotel. Check-in was difficult. Had I seen room prior I would not have booked and only stayed because unsure of refund. guesthouse room was more like a dorm room. Bathroom was cramped with bathtub shower which had no safety aids. My wife sipped and fell in the tub and we discovered that there was no night staff in the guest house,but at reception half a mile away. When we notified the morning staff of her fall they gave us a rubber mat for the tub and did not seem concerned if she was seriously hurt. She is bruised and still sore two days later. She didn't think that she had anything broken and preferred to leave as soon as we could. There was nobody at the guesthouse for check out and we had to go back to reception. Other than the retreat dinning hall the closest restaurant was seven miles away. We were not pleased and as I stated before, if I could have been assured of a refund I would have refused to stay. ##### George Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia 21 Aug 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Birthday shenanigans! Very relaxing and beautiful scenery from most rooms. ##### Patricia Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Apr 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Calm, Relaxing, Warmth, Peaceful overall wonderful experience. If you need a stress-free, relaxing stay, look no further. very friendly and helpful staff ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Andrea 24 Nov 2016 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location for mountain viewing; odd set-up Location is great. Facility is strange. Room was in a building quite far from reception. Had a bit of a "Shining" feel since not many guests were around. ##### Andrea ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joy, Atlanta 22 Jun 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet, peaceful, mountain breezes We stayed at Shankara while visiting family in the area so we did not have time to try the spa treatments, but the quiet peaceful atmosphere was just what we needed. We plan to return and take advantage of the spa! ##### Joy ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 16 May 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing, flexible getaway The views from this retreat center are extraordinary. The vegetarian meals were delicious & innovative. There are hiking trails for those not into meditation/yoga. I did not book w/ that intention, but enjoyed the 2 classes I took. Greatest thing is doing meals/activities ala carte; not just expensive packages. Friendly, experienced, helpful staff. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Donald, Cumming,ga 2 May 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### festival accomodations Went to merlefest ##### Donald ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 Apr 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful view of mountain Room was beautiful .it was one of the best sleep I have had in a long time! My husband and I had massage for 30\. Minutes and at the end, we wish we had a full hour! It was that good. I also love the 24 hour tea room. We met with our friend for a late night tea. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 30 Nov 2015 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Disappointing Misleading while looking a t pics, and way overpriced! ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Oct 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### This is a wonderful lace to stay!! Amazing View! Had a wonderful spa massage, very friendly staff, excellent dinner and breakfast! Absolutely the place to stay for a nice retreat. Yoga, Spa, Nature trails and so much more!!! ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Sept 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Just what we needed. Sufficient for a stay while attending a course nearby. We could have used a more comfortable chair in the room. Otherwise was good. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 9 Sept 2015 Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort #### New Age Resort No air conditioning in the room. The Internet didn't work and when we called the front desk to ask about it, no one returned our call. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### David, Greensboro NC 20 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### stunning views, unusual venue great view, no A/C and did not have enough staff to get great service but I would go back ##### David ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 19 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort The desk isn't manned after 6pm so a late check in was difficult. It was extremely difficult to find - took over an hour after dark. It was even difficult to find the correct way to go upon departure! I had ZERO cell signal and the wi-fi signal was weak. They don't have/allow alcohol or meat. The room was clean but not comfortable. The bed was extremely hard. ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Anne, St Paul, MN 15 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Peace and quiet in the Mountains Our 3 nights at the Spa were peaceful. I recommend booking any spa treatments ahead of time; we were able to squeeze in a massage, but not able to book everything we wanted. The vegetarian food was excellent, but be advised, it isn't a restaurant, you get the meal prepared by the chef for each meal - we loved not having to search for a vegetarian friendly restaurant, and never having to leave the top of the mountain. The view from the main dining hall building is the most spectacular thing you'll ever see. For a quiet, peaceful retreat, it was incredible, and was a nice respite in the middle of a more hectic vacation. Map out routes in and out ahead of time; GPS doesn't work in these mountains. No cell service, but you'll have internet while there. ##### Anne ### 8/10 Good #### Bárbara, miami 17 Jul 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### relaxing everything was great with the exception of the check out and the TV service. checkout took too long TV service, no one told me of any problem with it. need to communicate more with guest and have knowledgeable staff at front desk. the views were spectacular, I would go back again ##### Bárbara ### 10/10 Excellent #### Presley, Thomasville 14 Jul 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This place was awesome! It is very quiet and relaxing! Highly recommend ##### Presley ### 8/10 Good #### jeff, Clayton NC 8 Jul 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My wife and I stayed there over the 4th of July weekend. The staff were very friendly. The hotel was very clean and rooms were a good size. We enjoyed our stay and in all likelihood will visit again. There was no cell service at the hotel as it is high up on the mountain. We actually enjoyed being able to unplug for a few days. Spa area was very nice. Fitness room was equipped with enough exercise equipment to get a decent workout in. Great place to go if you want peace and quiet ##### jeff ### 6/10 Okay #### Anne, Asheville, NC 3 Apr 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Person Retreat Getaway Blue Heaven Spa is a very lovely and relaxing space...located high up in the mountains outside Boone,NC. The staff were very friendly and helpful and I enjoyed three wonderful nights while on a personal retreat. I plan to return in the near future. ##### Anne ### 8/10 Good #### GILBERTO, Zebulon, NC 17 Feb 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### excellent My stay in the resort was great, just a little thing was that the heat in bedroom does not work properly,but the service gave us a portable heater, the views are beautiful, quiet, the food was good . of curse I recomend the place ##### GILBERTO ---