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Art of Living Retreat Center

3.5 star property
Comfortable resort with full-service spa and fitness centre

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639 Whispering Hills Rd., Boone, NC, 28607
  • Popular LocationTweetsie Railroad13 min drive
  • Popular LocationAppalachian State University14 min drive
  • Popular LocationKidd Brewer Stadium16 min drive
  • AirportCharlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.)107 min drive

Room options

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Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King/2 Full Bed, Garden View - Meals & Wellness Activities

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Full Bed, Garden View - Meals & Wellness Activities

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Balcony Apartment, Mountain View - Meals & Wellness Activities | Mountain view

Balcony Apartment, Mountain View - Meals & Wellness Activities

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apt with Balcony & Loft, Mountain Views, Meals & Wellness Activities | Terrace/patio

Apt with Balcony & Loft, Mountain Views, Meals & Wellness Activities

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 92 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Boone

An all-inclusive stay in Boone awaits you at Art of Living Retreat Center. You'll be 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from Boone Golf Club and 9 km (5.6 mi) from The Greenway Trail. Highlights at this resort include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .A day of pampering at Shankara Ayurveda Spa can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body treatments along with access to the steam room. The buffet restaurant, Vegetarian Dining Hall, serves vegetarian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym and steam room as well as access to hiking/biking trails and yoga classes. 22 square feet (2 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Boone resort include Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian State University.
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What's nearby

  • Boone Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 13 min drive
  • Appalachian State University - 14 min drive
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 16 min drive
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 12 min drive
  • Cookout - 13 min drive
  • Starbucks - 12 min drive
  • Come Back Shack - 12 min drive
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 13 min drive

About this property

Art of Living Retreat Center

Comfortable resort with full-service spa and fitness centre
Art of Living Retreat Center is an all-inclusive resort. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Art of Living Retreat Center offers its guests a full-service spa, a steam room, and a fitness centre. Event space at this resort measures 22 square feet (2 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a library, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Art of Living Retreat Center. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Boone resort is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 22 sq ft of conference space
  • 2 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Art of Living Retreat Center offers 31 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Boone resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

Shankara Ayurveda Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • 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
  • 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 rug 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

Entertainment

  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 8 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Air conditioning is not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 8 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Art of Living Retreat Center.

Property is also known as

Blue Heaven Spa Art Living Retreat Center
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Art of Living Retreat Center?

Yep, Art of Living Retreat Center has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Art of Living Retreat Center?

Yep, Shankara Ayurveda Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Art of Living Retreat Center serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Art of Living Retreat Center?

No, Art of Living Retreat Center does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Art of Living Retreat Center?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Art of Living Retreat Center's onsite restaurant that serves vegetarian cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Art of Living Retreat Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Art of Living Retreat Center?

No, pets are not allowed.

Art of Living Retreat Center Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have a wonderful stay each and every time I stay at AOL!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Otto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was empty and we get the worst room, big construction machine in front of our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Mike, South Carolina

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

George, Wilmington,NC

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Birthday shenanigans!
Very relaxing and beautiful scenery from most rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

4/10 Poor

Andrea

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.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Joy, Atlanta

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!