Services, infrastructures, and amenities

    • Central Gas Heating

    • Off Grid Water Supply

    • Extra electric heaters in all rooms

    • Fans for warm days

    *Remote Location Considerations

    Akasha Retreat is a boutique 11-bedroom hotel situated at 1000 meters altitude in a remote village location. Due to our unique setting:​

    - Water supply is sourced from our own well located 250 meters down the valley, which may result in occasional fluctuations.​

    - Heating is dependent on gas deliveries, and there may be rare instances of temporary outages.​

    While we strive to resolve any such issues promptly, guests should be aware of these conditions inherent to our remote location.

    Booking a reservation at Akasha constitutes an understanding and acceptance of these circumstances.​

    • Bedding & Comfort: King Size or 2 x Twin beds, hypoallergenic pillows. 

    • In-Room Entertainment: Smart TV, Streaming services (Netflix / YouTube)

    • In-Room Climate Control: Central heating, Extra portable heaters, Portable fans

    • In-Room Amenities: Safe & Hairdryer, Slippers. 

    • High-Quality Linens: Pure cotton bed linens, fluffy towels & bathrobes provided by Salesianer the leading 5* hotel linen provider in Romania. 

    • Luxury Vegan Toiletries: 100% Italian made premium toiletries by Prija, blending exotic plant extracts with sustainable luxury. Prija is VEGANOK certified, the formulas are free of any animal products, GMOs, Petrolatum, BHT and Phenoxyethanol. Prija only uses 100 % recycled PET bottles and dispensers.

    • Strictly non-smoking.

    • Mountain Spring Water: We use exclusively mountain spring water for all our needs, available in your room and shower.

    • Check in from 3PM, Check out by 12PM. 

    • We are delighted to offer complimentary flexible check-in from 9am and check-out until 4pm on all bookings, subject to availability.

    • Curated Dining Experience - daily set menus featuring local, seasonal, organic ingredients. Our food blends the comfort of Romanian traditional cuisine with a modern healthy twist inspired by our travels around the world. 

    • Meal Plans: 

      • Breakfast Only

      • Half Board (Spa access, breakfast, dinner, selection of bevarages)

      • All-Inclusive (Spa access, all meals & Akasha curated activities )

      • Ultra All-Inclusive (Spa access with 1 therapy per person per stay included, all drinks, all meals & all Akasha curated activities)

    • Dining Options: Indoor dining, Outdoor dining, Supper Club & Feasts, Packed Lunch, Picnic Service

    • Snacks & Beverages:

      • Specialty coffee (roasted in Romania)

      • Bar menu: premium Romanian wine list, spirits, artisanal local beers, slow pressed juices & smoothies 

      • Free selection of teas complimentary for our guests 

      • Spring water hot/cold dispenser

    • Dietary Adaptations: Vegetarian/Vegan menu options, Adapted menu for intolerances to Gluten, Dairy, Nuts.

    • Spa Access Facilities:

      • Outdoor spring water jacuzzi

      • Traditional Swedish Sauna, Infrared sauna

      • Outdoor shower

      • Sunloungers

        Aromatherapy Essential Oils diffused in common areas

      • Towels provided

    • Wellness Treatments*:

      • Signature Spa treatments

      • Massages

      • Body scrubs

      • Body wraps

      • Facials 

      • Acupuncture

    • Biohacking:

      • Red light therapy

      • Cold & Hot water plunge

      • Sauna 

    *We reserve the right to adjust access to facilities like the spa, sauna, and jacuzzi based on operational needs, guest demand., therapist availability and advanced notice of reservations.

    • On-Site:

      • Direct access to Piatra Craiului National Park

      • Permaculture garden

      • Gazebo, Hammocks, Firepit

      • Picnic blankets, packed lunch available

      • South-facing terrace with mountain views

    • Guided & Solo Activities:

      • Hiking, Trekking, Mountaineering, Rock climbing

      • Trail running, Road biking, Mountain biking

      • Forest Spa Session

      • Grounding experience

      • Foraging Tours

      • Wildlife & Birdwatching tours 

    • Off-Site Adventures:

      • Bicycle rental (normal & electric)

      • Ski rental, Skiing (Poiana Brașov, Cheile Grădiștei, Bran)

      • ATV tours, Off-road 4x4 tours

      • Alpine Coaster, Zip-lining near by 

    • Workout & Fitness Equipment: Outdoor gym & workout area for strength & resistance training, cardio & endurance, functional & mobility training. 

    • Personal training sessions: Group or Private classes available (extra charge) 

    • Wellbeing Classes: Yoga / Meditation / Sound Healing / Breathwork (extra charge) 

    • Cultural Activities:

      • Local guides

      • Local farm visit

      • Local Church visit

      • Guided tour of Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) 

      • Wildlife spotting tours, Bird watching tours

      • Walking tours, Mystical Transylvania Guide

      • Traditional egg painting experience 

    • Entertainment:

      • Library, Arts & Crafts Equipment

      • Movie nights

      • Wine tasting sessions

      • Live Music & DJ (Sundowner Sessions)

    • Coworking & Office Space: Private office available (extra charge), Coworking spaces available in the lounge 

    • Meeting Rooms: Informal Meeting room, Formal Meeting Room

    • Facilities: Projector & display, Office supplies, Printer & scanner, Whiteboard, Flipchart

    • Private Events & Entertainment for Corporate Events

  • Transportation & Transfers

    • Airport & City Transfers:

      • Brașov Airport 45 mins away 

      • Bucharest Airport 3hrs away

      • Sibiu Airport 2.5hrs away 

      • Brasov Train station or city center pick-up

    • Private off-road parking

    • Charging station for electric cars & electric bikes

    • 24hr CCTV car park.

    • Bike Storage available.

    • Food Sourcing:

      • We work with local farmers and small producers to source seasonal fresh produce. 

      • What we cannot source locally we buy organic from reputable vendors.  

      • Our meats are hormone free, our eggs are cage free. 

      • We use foraged and wild foods available from our immediate area. 

    • Energy & Water Conservation:

      • Double glazing windows, Energy-efficient lighting

      • Solar-powered lights in gardens & outdoor areas

      • Energy-saving devices in all rooms

    • Waste Reduction:

      • No single-use plastic cutlery/plates/straws

      • Eco-friendly cleaning products

      • Food waste policy with prevention, reduction, recycling & composting policy

      • Water-efficient showers

    • Sustainable Practices:

      • Water sourced from our own private well

      • Rainwater used for permaculture needs

      • Comprehensive recycling plan

    • Responsible Tourism: 

      • Staff live locally, receive above-average pay, health insurance & bonuses

      • All activities are done with local guides

  • Pet Policy:

    • Dogs & Cats friendly

    • Pet-friendly rooms only

    • Extra charge per pet per day.

    • Pets accepted on request only please check in advance.

    • Service animals welcome

    • 1 pet per room per stay, Pets may not be left unattended, Pets are not allowed in the Spa area, Group activities or our common dining areas.

    • Check-in & Check-out: Virtual check-in/out available, Self check-in available with Smartlock. 

    • Guest Assistance: Local maps, Tour & activity information, Transport assistance

    • Check in from 3PM, Check out by 12PM. 

    • We are delighted to offer complimentary flexible check-in from 9am and check-out until 4pm on all bookings, subject to availability.

    • Staff follows local safety protocols

    • CCTV in common areas*

    • Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers

    *Video Surveillance (CCTV)

    For the safety, security, and protection of our guests, staff, and property, our retreat is monitored by video surveillance systems (CCTV), installed in both common indoor areas and external zones of the premises.​

    The purposes of using the CCTV system are:​

    - Ensuring the safety of all individuals within the premises​, staff, guests and facilitators.

    - Preventing and detecting unlawful acts or security incidents​

    - Protecting assets and infrastructure​

    The recorded footage is securely stored and accessible only to authorized personnel. It may be shared with competent authorities in accordance with legal obligations.​

    Data collected through the CCTV system is processed in compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and Romanian Law no. 190/2018. Video recordings are retained for a limited period, strictly necessary for the purposes of collection, unless further retention is required for investigations or legal reasons.​

    By entering our premises, visitors and employees acknowledge and consent to the use of these systems for the purposes stated above.​

    • Daily housekeeping available. Change of towels on request. Change of linen every 3 nights.

    • Laundry service

    • Ironing service

    • Free high-speed WiFi in all rooms & public areas

    • Internet speed over 500 Mbps

    • Maestro, Visa, Mastercard

    • American Express, Apple Pay

    • Cash

    • Romanian Tourism Holiday Card (Eden Red, Sodexo, Pluxee) 

    • 50% deposit for flexible stays, 100% payment for nonrefundable stays. 

    • Convenience store with essentials on site. 

    • Souvenir & Gift shop on site.

    • Teens allowed (12-18 years old), roll away beds installed in rooms for an extra charge.