Akasha Retreat

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Free WiFi

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Akasha Retreat in Bran offers a 4-star guest house experience with adults-only access. Guests enjoy spa facilities, a sauna, fitness centre, sun terrace, and a beautiful garden. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional facilities include a hot tub, outdoor fireplace, wellness packages, and a business area. Free on-site private parking is available. Dining Experience: Breakfast options include continental, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. The modern, romantic restaurant serves local specialities, warm dishes, fresh pastries, and more. Activities and Attractions: Guests can participate in yoga classes, skiing, hiking, and cycling. Bran Castle is 8 km away, while Dino Parc is 22 km from the property. Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport is 35 km distant.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Craig
Sweden Sweden
“Wonderful location with a stunning view. Lovely staff who kept the personal touch throughout.”
Costin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Situated next to Piatra Craiului, impressive view, reasonably good facilities for indoor activities!”
Cata
Romania Romania
“Lovely place,, great views, friendly staff and hosts, delicious food We will definitely come back.”
Andreea
Romania Romania
“Beautiful location, comfortable beds and delicious food. Very kind and professional staff. The place has his own charm.”
Andrada
France France
“The location and the food. It’s really nice and relaxing.”
Veronika
Netherlands Netherlands
“Very good and atmospheric hotel, cozy and quiet. We were also able to do yoga in the morning with an amazing mountain view.”
Claire
France France
“Location, location, location! Buffet meals were excellent and varied. Views from the terrace are stunning. I liked the fact that you could choose to sign up for as many or as few of the yoga sessions as you chose (or none at all). Sessions in the...”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved the food, the views sitting on the various decks or hammocks looking at the mountains. Enjoyed the yoga & sauna and hottub. A mention too for Sanjee Liminitza and Anna the resident yoga teacher who were all great.”
Freemya77
Romania Romania
“Spent a few amazing days here mid-August with my husband. The location is absolutely perfect, with mountain views and green that fills your heart. We even spotted some deers while having breakfast on the terrace. Really good food,different every...”
Christoph
Switzerland Switzerland
“Great location. Great Hotel with super clean and modern room. The diner which was served by the staff was awesome ans really fresh. Everything home made and very tasty. The staff is very friendly and helpful.”

Managed by Akasha Retreat Bistro & Spa

Company review score: 9.5Based on 453 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Hosting guests since 2016, Akasha Healing Retreat received recognition & a number of awards: - 20 BEST YOGA HOLIDAYS WORLDWIDE - THE GUARDIAN - TopHotel Awards - 2019 BEST BOUTIQUE GUEST HOUSE OF THE YEAR. - Termalia - BEST RETREAT 2019

Property information

At Akasha Healing Retreat, you'll find a warm, loving home, designed for meaningful connections inspired by nature. During your stay you'll have access to a range of healing offerings that balance the physical & emotional states by fostering a deeper connection with nature, making conscious choices about food & take part in something magical, a thriving, free thinking, kind community. Our guests design their own healing experience by choosing how long they wish to stay, the room they prefer & the food they prefer during their stay.

Neighbourhood information

You'll find us in a village called Pestera, right in the centre of the beautiful Piatra Craiului National Park. One of the most majestic mountains & unspoilt natural reserves of Romania. Just around the corner from Bran Castle or Bram Stoker's famous Dracula Castle & the mystical Bucegi mountains with it's majestic all natural Sphinx. Some call it "the village in the clouds", and we actually are. At over 1000m altitude, the landscape here is an ocean of green rolling hills overlooking the Piatra Craiului Massif (2200m). Getting around 15 min away from Bran Castle ( Dracula's Castle) 2.5HRS AWAY FROM THE NEAREST AIRPORT - BUCHAREST INTERNATIONAL OTOPENI 45 MIN AWAY FROM BRASOV CITY Private or Shared Taxi Transportation can be arranged from the nearest train station or airport for a fee.

Languages spoken

English,Hindi,Romanian

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Akasha Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local • International • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Akasha Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 3 years are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
150 lei per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Akasha Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.