This Magical Junkyard Turned Hostel In Hawaii Will Blow Your Mind
By Megan Shute|Published March 15, 2016
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With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.
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Nestled deep in the lush rainforests of the Puna district of Hawaii Island is Hedonisia Hawaii, a sustainable eco-feminist community that is the stuff hippie dreams are made of. Combining rugged adventure, a sustainable lifestyle and a heart dose of tranquility and spiritual enlightenment, Hedonisia Hawaii has been marvelously restored from its former history as a junkyard for abandoned vehicles.
Hedonisia began in 2004, on land that was formerly a junkyard – complete with rusted vehicles strewn about and a volcanic crater filled with scrap metal, old tires, and garbage.
While there are still a few relics from the property’s history as a junkyard, the land has largely been restored to its natural beauty – and is divided into 26 gardens that are either decorative, or produce food for volunteers and guests.
On the outskirts of Pahoa Town, Hedonisia rents out quirky accommodations like a hut built over an old tractor, or the Aloha Love Bus, decorated with erotic art. Singles can rent a bed in the dormitory-style bus, or couples can rent out the entire space.
The 13 rental units and dormitories at Hedonisia have been constructed from recycled or repurposed materials. Because many of the units do not have electricity, guests are encouraged to hang out in the communal kitchen and lounge areas to hang out with their peers – or just use the Wi-Fi for a minute.
Guests are encouraged to eat any of the organic fruits and vegetables grown on the property, but should probably look out for the “Pee Gardens” – designated spaces where guests can urinate over bamboo, papaya, or banana trees.
Regular guests can receive a discounted rate if they volunteer their time to help with the gardens, take on a cleaning shift or even help with building projects.
With nightly rates of $30 to $90, visitors should be ready for the adventure of a lifetime.
Hedonisia Hawaii isn’t for everyone, but for those who share the values of sustainability, feminism, and eco-tourism, there is no better refuge than a stay in this beautiful, serene community.
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