Accommodations and Rates

Here at the Ananda Meditation Retreat, we seek to make your stay uplifting, deeply quiet, and comfortable. All of our cabins are uniquely decorated and can fit varying price ranges. If you book any cabin for seven or more nights, your seventh night is free.* 
Please be conscious of the fact that this is a vegetarian facility. Please do not cook meat in the cabins; packaged meat is okay. We also do not allow drugs or alcohol, and we ask that you find a loving sitter for your pets.

Cell phone strength is weak between Nevada City and the Retreat, but we have good Verizon and AT&T coverage at the Retreat. We do not have guest wifi, but guests sometimes use their cell phone data plan for that purpose.

We ask for a 3-night minimum stay

Reservations: Online reservation is available for most programs and available accommodations will display. Please email us or call us at 530-478-7557 for information or assistance should you need it.

See a map of our cabins and facilities

COVID Considerations: You may be asked to bring and take a Rapid Antigen test upon arrival if you are enrolled in a group retreat or are taking meals with us.

Ananda Kriyabans: Please inquire about discounts.

*(not applicable in conjunction with other discounts).

Devotion is the most remote cabin available which offers all who stay here a serene experience in nature. Being the last cabin on the road, the tall pine trees and bushy Manzanita brush create a nurturing environment, instilling a deep sense of peace and inner stillness. Devotion is quite roomy and has a fully functional kitchen, a bathroom with a tub, meditation room, and a wonderful deck overlooking beautiful mountain ranges. The loft has been recently remodeled and is quite pleasant with new carpet and twin bed, table and chair. For the colder, winter months, this cabin has a wood stove as well as a propane heater to make your stay relaxed and comfortable.

Peace of Mind is a sweet cabin remotely located near Devotion cabin on the eastern side of the property with a remarkable view of mountain landscape. It has been recently remodeled, adding to its quaint charm. Simple, cozy, and secluded, Peace of Mind has a deeply calming influence. This cabin has a full kitchen and bathroom with a shower. A propane heater keeps this charming cabin comfortable during winter conditions.

Generosity is a uniquely crafted cabin with a high beamed ceiling. Nestled more closely to the main gardens, Generosity is a refuge for peace and tranquility. With a large deck overlooking one of the nicest views on the property and plenty of space inside to enjoy a relaxed retreat, this cabin is very expansive.  Its cozy sleeping alcove has a queen-size bed, and there is a twin-size day bed in the living room. Generosity contains fully functional kitchen, a bathroom with a shower, and a meditation room. An attractive ‘wood stove’ fueled by propane gas keeps Generosity pleasantly inviting.  It’s great for secluding, yet still fairly close to both temples and other guest facilities.

This cabin was remodeled recently with the help of many guests and members: new siding, new roof, new outside steps, new paint, new board deck, large double glass doors in bedroom replaced with slider window and more. Swami Kriyananda’s meditation room remains as he left it with relics of his and his master. Downstairs there is a spacious living room, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom with a twin bed. Upstairs is a newly carpeted, alternate living area with a twin bed and meditation altar.

Kindness is a studio style cabin, offering an attractive haven just outside the healing gardens’ fence. Its simple layout provides a welcoming opportunity to gain a period of rest and relaxation. Kindness offers the basic amenities with a kitchenette and full size bathroom with a shower.

Krishna is a lovely, small but open space cabin that is nestled along our property line overlooking a gorgeous oak tree grove. With a deck facing the expansive views and a practical layout indoors, Krishna is wonderfully comfortable. This cabin has a full kitchen and bath, a pleasant living room, and two twin beds in a separate bedroom. A propane heater sufficiently heats Krishna during cooler winter months.

Contentment is a sweet Yurt-style cabin, nestled in the trees just down the hill from the main area. It is close by, yet its secluded setting with forest views makes it perfect for retreat. Contentment has 3 cozy rooms: a bright partial kitchen/eating area, and 2 comfortable bedrooms, one of which can also be used for meditation, yoga postures, reading or relaxing. The cabin has an indoor bathroom with shower. Propane heat keeps Contentment cabin snug during cooler winter months.

Renunciation is a sweetly rustic yurt-style cabin that is one large room with a galley kitchen extension, containing a propane cooktop, sink and counter-height refrigerator. For anyone interested in having a garden blooming close to their front doorstep, Renunciation is a perfect option. This cabin is the only one with a kitchen that is within the garden fences! Conveniently nestled between the main guest facilities, temples, and shower house, Renunciation is a great choice for anyone looking for simplicity and a deep inner calmness.
For guest convenience, Renunciation cabin shares use of a designated bathroom with shower in the nearby Shower House.

Lahiri is a simple, one room yurt-style cabin that is remotely located in the campground area of the retreat. Basic and rustic, it offers a great opportunity to tune into the deep calmness and joy of nature. The cabin has a propane hotplate, sink, and a living space. Private outhouse facilities are nearby. Lahiri also has access to a designated shower room in the Shower House, which may be shared with one or 2 other guests. Lahiri is heated with a propane wall heater.

Wisdom is a charming little cabin down the hill from the main dining room and kitchen. This cabin is quaintly decorated, and its rustic simplicity offers a peaceful escape into nature’s stillness. Wisdom is a small, single room with a twin size bed, a desk, and reading chair. A propane heater keeps this cabin snug while the nearby outhouse offers the most basic amenities. All who stay in Wisdom gather for meals in the main dining room since cooking isn’t available.

These Bungalows are a fantastic solution for those wanting a retreat on a budget. Their insulated construction offers a sturdy and enjoyable dwelling. All bungalows have a deck to take in views of the gardens and surrounding forest. These bungalows all have been decorated uniquely, all of which are charming. The bungalows are for those intending to join group meals in the main dining room since food storage and cooking aren’t available. All bungalows are equipped with a propane heater to keep warm and cozy during the cooler months.

(Note for those attending Supported Silent Retreat. Bungalows do not have a kitchen. For breakfast, you can purchase the Continental Breakfast option for $30 ($10/day)- or bring cold breakfast food to store in the dining room guest refrigerator.)

Simply furnished, canvas-sided cabins with electricity and propane heat. Bathrooms and shower house are a short walk away. Ideal for one person. No food storage or cooking is allowed in these lodgings; guests in Monkalows take their meals in the dining hall.

(Note for those attending Supported Silent Retreat. Monkalows do not have a kitchen. For breakfast, you can purchase the Continental Breakfast option for $30 ($10/day)- or bring cold breakfast food to store in the dining room guest refrigerator.)