The Retreat Costa Rica Wellness Resort & Spa

This wellness retreat exceeded my expectations. The property is absolutely stunning set high in the mountains with panoramic views, whitewashed arches, flowering trees, and even peacocks wandering the grounds. Every space, from the spa to the yoga deck, feels intentional and peaceful. The food was incredible. Most ingredients are grown right on the property or sourced locally. Every meal was plant-based, anti-inflammatory, and felt like edible art. They even offer cooking classes if you’re interested in learning how to bring some of that healing home with you. The spa was equally dreamy. I booked a 90-minute deep tissue massage that left me feeling both relaxed and reset. Even if you don’t book a treatment, you can still enjoy the spa amenities. One tip: I highly recommend arranging a driver through the resort. The road leading up the mountain is steep and winding beautiful but not easy to navigate if you’re unfamiliar with the terrain. Having a skilled local driver made the arrival feel safe, calm, and completely worth it. Perfect for solo travelers, friend getaways, or anyone looking for a soft, slow, restorative pause.

Our stay at The Retreat in Costa Rica was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in a serene environment dedicated to wellness, restoration, and genuine hospitality. The setting is breathtaking, but what truly set this experience apart was the staff—without them, our time here simply would not have been the same. The cuisine was absolutely phenomenal—elevated, chef-inspired, and ever-changing. Each meal felt like a surprise and a celebration of fresh, nourishing ingredients. Dining here was a true highlight, and a perfect complement to the resort’s wellness-centered philosophy. Most of all, we want to recognize the incredible team who made our experience unforgettable. A heartfelt thank you to Kimberly, Carlos, Jazmin, Fabio, and Jonathan—your warmth, attentiveness, and sincerity went far beyond what we could have imagined. You made us feel seen, cared for, and truly welcomed. You are the heart of The Retreat, and your presence elevated every moment of our stay. We left feeling completely renewed, and we can’t wait to return. The Retreat exceeded every expectation—and we look forward to seeing these wonderful individuals again when we do.

The retreat started out somewhat Ok. First we were given a tour and then handed over to the kitchen/ bar staff to accommodate us with a drink and snack but we arrived a little late for the lunch that was included in our meal plan package. We ordered a cheese board and a couple cocktails but then were charged for the board as well. The room was excellent with views and bathtub, also the spa was amazing. Now here's where it went downhill, we checked out and had an excursion planned for 2pm and asked if we could have lunch and they offered to give us a salad to go in exchange ( seems like they threw scraps together and called it a salad, got nauseous from it) so we asked to have dinner instead of the lunch we didn't get to have. They took 3 hours to respond back with them saying their boss said its not possible (mind you we added the meal plan package that includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner) so we only got 2 meals out of the "package". If you like the views they offer and the rooms then yes I would say go it's amazing but service was really not as organized as you would expect from a 5-star hotel.