Stay with us

Chenrezig Accommodation

Experience daily life in the unique atmosphere of our Tibetan Buddhist community. You’ll find us tucked away in the hills of the Sunshine Coast hinterland in a peaceful rainforest setting. Enjoy a warm welcome and all the peace and quiet you need for retreat, reflection, rest or relaxation. You’ll wake to birdsong and go to sleep lulled by the sounds of frogs and crickets, and will leave wanting to return again soon!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
IF YOU’RE PLANNING TO STAY WITH US

We want you to feel at home at Chenrezig and to enjoy the many benefits of life in a Buddhist community. However, there are certain requirements all visitors to the centre need to be aware of. By being mindful of the behaviours expected in a Buddhist community you’ll feel comfortable and at ease, knowing that you are conducting yourself in the appropriate way.

You don’t need to be Buddhist to stay here, but you do need to have an open heart and mind, and a commitment to abide by the five lay precepts while you’re here:

No killing (includes mosquitoes, flies and ants)
No stealing
No lying
No sexual misconduct*
No intoxicants

*this also refers to no intimacy between couples while staying with us.

As we are a monastic community we ask that you dress modestly, choosing looser clothing rather than tight. Please do not wear shorts or see-through, sleeveless or strappy tops, and it is respectful to always cover your shoulders in the gompa and public areas. Quietness outside the gompa and inside the entry porch is much appreciated. When you enter the gompa, please leave shoes outside.

CURRENT ACCOMMODATION AVAILABILITY

All Chenrezig Institute accommodation is currently available for booking.

For information on Big Love Café opening hours and meal bookings, please follow the link here: https://www.chenrezig.com.au/the-big-love-cafe/

YOUR TIME WITH US

During your stay you are welcome to participate in our morning and evening Dharma practice, pujas, twice-weekly Buddhist teachings with our Tibetan teacher, weekly meditation, or you may prefer to simply relax and absorb the peaceful rainforest environment. Enjoy quiet contemplation in the Garden of Enlightenment, the Nalanda Masters’ Garden and Lama Yeshe’s garden, or walk the extensive grounds. You are also most welcome to make use of the library and borrow books while you’re here. The weekends are usually busy with activities, courses and events, attracting visitors from near and far. You will need to book for these weekend courses online or discuss with reception if you’re interested in attending.

LIBRARY: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10.00am – 2.00pm

We look forward to seeing you soon, and hope that your stay at the centre is peaceful and beneficial.

LET'S BE PRACTICAL

We are on a steep site and access to your accommodation is by foot only, so ensure you can manage your bags by packing lightly. You will need to park in the main carpark and walk uphill.

Dress simply, bringing layers to add warmth. A light throw can be welcome in the gompa, as well as on your bed at night as we are a few degrees cooler than the coast.

Bring a torch, insect repellent and sturdy shoes. Surfaces can be slippery.

We are on tank and dam water and appreciate your vigilance with saving this precious resource whenever possible. A filtered drinking water tap is available at the café, where you can also buy bottled water and other drinks.

COVID-19 compliance

Please refer to the updated information about our covid policy on the front page of our website. All visitors must comply with these regulations.

Please ensure that:

You do not have any symptoms associated with COVID-19 for example: fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, sneezing, runny nose, loss of sense of smell or taste.
You do not have COVID-19 nor are you awaiting the results from being tested for COVID-19.

AVAILABILITY DURING RETREAT SEASON

At times, accommodation may be ‘block-booked’ in advance for major retreats or special teachings to ensure accommodation is available for those attending.

TYPES OF ACCOMMODATION

We have a range of simple accommodation to meet your needs.

Retreat Huts

Five simple huts are available, quietly positioned on the side of a wooded hill, close to the gompa and well away from foot traffic.

Perfect for those on personal retreat. The location is very private, for the use of hut occupants only with no public access. There is plenty of space between each hut to enhance your feeling of seclusion.

All huts are studio-style with a kitchenette and a single bed in one room. A desk, lamp and fan are provided. All huts have a fridge, microwave, hotplate, kettle, toaster and basic kitchenware. Bedlinen, towels and bathmat are provided.

Two huts have private bathrooms. The other three huts share bathroom facilities in an amenity block close by.

RETREAT HUTS 1, 2 and 3

Shared facilities: the amenities block is down the steps.

COST

$70 per night for single occupancy. A trundle bed can be provided for $30 extra per night.

RETREAT HUTS 4 AND 5

Private facilities: toilet, sink, bath and shower off main room.

COST

$80 per night for single occupancy. A trundle bed can be provided for $40 extra per night.

Sangha House

Just a short walk down the garden path to the gompa.

A shared house at the top of the property, reached by steps behind the gompa. Shared bathroom and toilet. A small shared kitchen is available with full-size oven and fridge, kitchen ware, crockery, dining table. Small lounge area with altar. Single beds. Bedlinen and towels provided.

COST

$60 per person per night for a single room

$50 per person per night for a twin room

Lotus House

Positioned just footsteps from the gompa.

All rooms have separate entry. The shared toilet and shower block are at the far end of the building on the ground level. Single beds. Bedlinen provided.