Costa Rica is one of the world's great yoga and wellness retreat destinations — jungle, ocean air, and a genuine pura vida pace. If you're a teacher or organizer planning one, here's how to run a retreat your guests will never forget, at a private estate that's all yours.
Why a private estate beats a shared retreat center
When you rent a whole property, your retreat isn't sharing the space with three other groups. You set the schedule, the energy, and the menu. Bella Vista is a gated mountaintop retreat venue with open-air spaces for practice, a pool and volcano-view jacuzzi for recovery, and sweeping views that make morning sessions unforgettable.
Space to practice
Hold class on a shaded deck at sunrise, by the pool, or on the lawn with the mountains as your backdrop. With the whole property to yourselves, you can flow from meditation to breakfast to free time without ever leaving your private sanctuary.
Nourish your guests
Bring in a private chef for fresh, local, plant-forward meals — one of the easiest ways to elevate a wellness retreat. Costa Rica's fruits, vegetables, and coffee are exceptional, and shared meals become part of the experience.
Balance practice with adventure
Guests love a rest day with a purpose: waterfall hikes, hot springs, beach trips, and wildlife are all close by. It's easy to weave a half-day excursion into your retreat without breaking the calm.
Room for your group
The estate sleeps up to 28 across four private houses — a comfortable size for most yoga and wellness retreats — and everyone stays together on-site, which is exactly the container a good retreat needs.
Plan your retreat
See the retreat venue page, explore the whole property, or reach out to check dates. Our on-site manager helps with logistics so you can focus on your guests and your practice.