Guest Information
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Online
HimalayanInstitute.org
By phone
800-822-4547
Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. EST
By e-mail
seminars@himalayaninstitute.org
Accommodations
Accommodations include vegetarian meals, hatha yoga classes, and full use of guest facilities. Please make your reservations at least two weeks in advance.
Regular accommodations
(per person/per night)
| Pricing |
Member |
Non-Member |
Dormitory
Standard Double
Standard Single
|
$65
$75
$115 |
$75
$95
$150 |
Deluxe accommodations
(per room/per night; $65 room sharing fee for additional guest; max occupancy 2 adults*)
| Pricing |
Member |
Non-Member |
Deluxe with
semi-private bath
Deluxe with
private bath
Deluxe suite with private bath
|
$150
$180
$210 |
$180
$210
$240 |
Guest House
(per night; up to 3 adults*)
| Pricing |
Member |
Non-Member |
Guest House
|
$240 |
$270 |
*Families with children: Please call for specifics on your accommodation options and class attendance policies. Children ages 6–13 only pay half price for meals; children 5 and under stay for free.
Room Descriptions
Dormitory: Separate dorms for men and women accommodate up to 18 guests; bunk beds only; shared hall bath. (We cannot guarantee lower bunks. If you are unable to use an upper bunk, please select another type of accommodation.)
Standard Double: Double occupancy room with two twin beds; sink in room; shared hall bath. There are a limited number of rooms with a full bed; please make reservations in advance.
Standard Single: Private room with twin bed(s); sink in room; shared hall bath.
Deluxe with semi-private bath: Double occupancy; sink in room; shared bath.
Deluxe with private bath: Full bed; private bath.
Deluxe Suite: Full bed; private bath; sitting area with sleep sofa.
Guest House: Chalet-style two-bedroom apartment with private bath; small living room/sitting area with sleep sofa; kitchenette with refrigerator (no cooking facilities).
Solo travelers: If you are traveling alone and have reserved a shared room (double), we will assign a roommate of the same gender.
Meals
The Institute’s nutritionally balanced vegetarian meals are always freshly prepared by our kitchen staff and served with homemade bread. When possible, we serve food grown in our organic garden. Breakfast consists mainly of hot cereals (cooked grains), yogurt, and fresh fruit. Lunch is the main meal of the day; it typically includes rice, legumes (dahl), vegetables (subzi), and salad. Supper is light, consisting of soup, a side dish, and fresh fruit.
Plan your experience
Payment
For the total cost of your stay, add the cost of accommodations to the program tuition (indicated at the end of each program description). Full payment is required at time of registration and can be made with VISA or MasterCard.
Cancellations/Refunds: All monies will be refunded in full, less a $75 processing fee, if you cancel 24 hours or more prior to your arrival date. If you cancel within 24 hours of your arrival date, all monies will be refunded, less a $250 processing fee. A refund is not available if you cancel on the workshop’s arrival day, if you do not show up, or if you leave an event early for any reason. The Himalayan Institute reserves the right to substitute faculty for any event and to cancel any program at any time. Upon cancellation, you will be given a complete refund.
Discounts: In addition to the 10% membership discount, we offer an optional student and senior (65+) discount of 10% on most programs and accommodations. Discounted group rates are also available. Please call 800-822-4547 for more information.
Day Fee: Applicable to individuals commuting to a seminar from off-campus, this $20 fee includes 3 vegetarian meals per day, hatha yoga class and use of guest facilities.
Financial Assistance: The Himalayan Institute endeavors to make spiritual and educational programs available to everyone. We offer some financial assistance to students who would otherwise be unable to attend a program. Scholarships are by application only; deadlines apply. Call 800-822-4547 to request an application.
Arrival and Departure
Weekend seminars generally begin on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. and conclude Sunday at lunch, unless otherwise noted in the seminar description.
Check-in time is after 4:00 p.m. on day of arrival. If arriving after the front desk closes, check-in instructions will be left for you at the reception area. Supper is served from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m; if you are unable to arrive by 6:40 p.m., please plan to have supper before arriving at the Institute.
Check-out time is 2:00 p.m. on day of departure.
What to Bring: The Institute provides bed linens and towels. Please bring your own toiletries, including soap, toothpaste, bathrobe, slippers, etc. You may also wish to bring a flashlight, hatha yoga mat, and umbrella.
Dress: Modest, casual, and comfortable clothing is recommended.
Guest Facilities
With the exception of the Guest House, rooms are located in the main building, a former Catholic seminary. In the tradition of retreat-style housing, our accommodations are modest, without the interruptions of television, telephone, or radio.
Wireless Internet: Access is available in many public areas of the Institute.
Himalayan Institute Total Health Center: A range of wellness treatments and health services—including therapeutic massage, ayurvedic consultations, biofeedback, and yoga therapy—are available by appointment. Call ahead to book your treatment: 570-647-1500.
Bookstore: Our well-stocked campus bookstore carries an extensive collection of books, DVDs, CDs, yoga attire and accessories, products from our Total Health line, and much more.
Humanitarian trAID Bazaar: At our gallery-style bazaar, you can learn more about our global humanitarian projects and purchase gift items crafted by artisans from around the world, including Sacred Link Jewelry, wood carvings, and original paintings.
Wellspring Homeopathic Pharmacy specializes in natural health care products—homeopathic remedies, herbal extracts, nutritional supplements, flower essences, and personalized services—to help heal the whole person.
Hiking Trails: Our peaceful campus is surrounded by 400 acres of woods and meadows. We recommend that you bring sturdy footwear to explore the natural beauty of our trails.
Getting Here
Driving
The Himalayan Institute is located in northeast Pennsylvania at:
952 Bethany Turnpike
Honesdale, PA 18431
Enter the above destination in Yahoo or Google maps or visit himalayaninstitute.org/directions.
Global positioning coordinates (GPS)
North: 41.65250 West: 75.29916
Approximate driving times from major nearby cities:
| Scranton, PA |
45 minutes |
| New York, NY |
2 hours, 30 minutes |
| Philadelphia, PA |
2 hours, 45 minutes |
| Boston, MA |
5 hours |
| Washington, DC |
5 hours |
By Air and by Land
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is the nearest commercial airport, approximately one hour drive by car.
Other nearby airports include:
- Newark Liberty International Airport, NJ (EWR)
- JFK International Airport, NY (JFK)
- LaGuardia Airport, NY (LGA)
- Philadelphia International Airport, PA (PHL)
Buses run from New York City’s Port Authority to downtown Honesdale via Shortline Bus: coachusa.com/shortline; 800-631-8405.
Taxi via Maple City Transit from AVP airport to the Institute is approximately $80 one way, per person ($10 for each additional person, up to 4 people) and must be arranged in advance. Taxi from the bus stop in Honesdale is about $16, one way. Confirm rates when making reservations (credit cards not accepted): 570-253-3944.
Car Rental: The Institute has arranged special rates for our guests with Enterprise Rent-A-Car (reserve in advance and mention the Himalayan Institute); visit enterprise.com or call 570-253-3844 for details.
Himalayan Institute Branch Centers offer programs, services, products, and humanitarian projects around the globe.
In the US:
Honesdale, PA; Buffalo, NY
Pittsburgh, PA
International:
India, Cameroon,
Great Britain, Curacao, Malaysia
Sacred Link Affiliates are like-minded yoga studios and organizations offering a variety of programs and services.