The Retreat Costa Rica

Overview

Costa Rica is calling those who are craving the healing power of nature, exotic wildlife, and seclusion. The Retreat is an adults-only (16 years +) wellness resort that imbues tranquility and harmony intimately perched on 50 acres overlooking the majestic Quartz Mountain with views of the Pacific Ocean above the seasonal clouds. Just a forty-minute drive from the San José International Airport, The Retreat is located just outside the charming town of Atenas in Alajuela, a central valley region considered to have “One of the best Climates in the World” by the National Geographic Society. This modern wellness sanctuary features 13 unique, elegant rooms, a world-class Healing Center and Spa, two farm-to-table restaurants, an organic coffee plantation, two saltwater pools, jungle and river paths and unstoppable view of the Gulf of Nicoya. This peaceful setting immerses you into Costa Rica's exotic rainforest where you can feel the refreshing mountain air and hear the soothing soundtrack of calls from unique birds such as the Golden-hooder Tanager, Great-tailed Grackle, Crested Guan, and Rufous-tailed Hummingbird to name a few. Their beautiful resident peacocks, Tarzan and Jane, await to greet guests.

The Retreat is the passion project of founder and owner Diana Stobo, who is an award-winning author, celebrity chef and health and wellness life coach. Diana has helped thousands of people heal through her simple wellness principles. Their wellness programs follow these principles and designed as an environment for healing offering an anti-inflammatory diet of delicious locally sourced gourmet food that is plant-based (while offering sustainably raised fish, fowl, beef, lamb), gentle movement with just enough challenge for most fitness levels, mental and emotional support, human connection, cultural involvement, education, empowerment in a fun and relaxing environment. For those who are focusing on nutrition, meals are designed as Chef’s Choice based on seasonal fresh and sustainably sourced ingredients that are grain free and dairy free (with occasional goat yogurt and cheese) without the use of refined sweeteners. Vegan and vegetarian options are available. With its open kitchen concept, guests can see how their meals are prepared and offer cooking classes. In the evenings, enjoy the picturesque sunsets over Quartz Mountain at the Organic Tea and Wine Bar or sipping one of their refreshing signature cocktails at the Garden Cocktail Bar.

The Vida Mia Healing Center and Spa is the heart of this healing oasis. Designed to nourish and renew your mind, body and soul, this impressive 8,000 square foot world-class spa offers holistic healing practices and treatments and a high vibration crystal lobby. Adjacent to the main house of the retreat, the spa is offers seven treatment rooms with its own unique view of Quartz Mountain. The spa is helmed by Dr. Vinod Balakrishnan, an Ayurvedic doctor and holistic healer formerly with Taj Hotels. Dr. Balakrishnan spent years living in the high Himalayas, where he studied yoga and spiritual sciences. Now, he brings his integrative medicine concept, rooted in Ayurvedic science, yoga, naturopathy, and conventional medicine, to craft custom wellness programs that detox, destress, and rejuvenate. Each spacious treatment room is designed to connect you to nature with vast views all around. Find serenity in the Yoga and Meditation Temple, Ayurvedic treatments, and Outdoor Forest Bathing, and Reflexology to name a few. For couples, the treatment room boasts serene views from the private lounge and Balneotherapy Tub. There is a fitness center and recreational activities for those looking to maintain their fitness routine. Holistic medical consultation is available for those who are seeking a tailored approach.

Connecting to the culture and adventurous spirit of Costa Rica, guests can venture off property for hiking to jungle and river paths, river swings, guided wildlife tours plus visits to their permaculture garden and organic coffee farm. The Retreat provides an intimate and safe haven to find moments of serenity and reconnection at a time when we are in need of healing and rejuvenation.