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Private group retreats in Costa Rica

Your group. Your villa. Your Costa Rica. Bring your people together for a private experience designed entirely around your group.

Friends laughing by the villa pool during a private group retreat in Costa Rica

A retreat built around your group.

Whether you are traveling with friends, family, a private community or a special group, Costa Retreats coordinates the villa, dining, transportation, activities and experiences.

Your group does not need to fit into a standard package.

Choose the destination, villa, activities, dining, wellness experiences and pace that work for you — and let our team coordinate the details.

What’s included:

Private group villa

Villas matched to your group size, from intimate homes to large estates.

Experiences

Surfing, ziplining, waterfalls, boat days and beach time.

Transportation

Airport transfers and drivers so everyone can enjoy the day.

Celebrations

Birthdays, reunions and special dinners planned around your group.

Private chef

Family-style dinners, barbecues and menus everyone will love.

Retreat coordination

One team managing every booking, schedule and detail.

Villas for private groups

A few of our handpicked villas for friends, clubs and communities traveling together. From intimate homes to large estates, we'll find the one that fits your group and the trip you have in mind.

Private pool and open-air kitchen at Alma Tropical, a private villa for a retreat in Costa Rica

Playa Carmen · Sleeps 12

Four independent studios around an open-air communal area and a private pool, five minutes' walk from the beach in Santa Teresa.

Infinity pool surrounded by tropical gardens at El Chante, a private villa estate for a retreat in Costa Rica

Tamarindo · Sleeps 16+

A private resort-style estate for larger groups, with independent bungalows, panoramic ocean views, and an infinity pool.

Private pool and sun loungers at Estrella del Mar, a private villa for a retreat in Costa Rica

Playa Langosta · Sleeps 10

A private villa in a gated community, with a pool, a swim-up bar, and a rooftop sunset terrace.

Who is this retreat for?

Our private group retreats are built for people who want to travel together, with everything arranged in advance.

Friends

Reconnect and experience Costa Rica together.

Families

Time together across generations in one private villa.

Celebrations

Birthdays, anniversaries, reunions and special occasions.

Private communities

A customized experience for your members or group.

Special events

An unforgettable experience built around your occasion.

Group of friends toasting by a private villa pool during a group retreat in Costa Rica
Traveler resting by a jungle waterfall during a private group retreat in Costa Rica

Sample private group retreat experience

Day 01
Arrival

Airport transfer, villa check-in and welcome dinner by a private chef.

Day 02
Relax

Slow breakfast, beach time, surf lesson and sunset dinner.

Day 03
Adventure

Waterfall, hiking or nature excursion followed by dinner at the villa.

Day 04
Celebrate

Catamaran cruise, spa time and a celebration dinner.

Day 05
Departure

Breakfast and airport transfer.

More than a vacation

Private group retreats are just one of the experiences we plan. Our trusted local network lets us create many other kinds of retreats across Costa Rica.

Private chef dinner for a group retreat in Costa Rica, with tuna tartare served on a long table at a luxury villa overlooking the pool at sunset

Why Costa Rica?

Costa Rica offers an ideal combination of nature, wellness, adventure, beautiful villas and unforgettable destinations.
 
From the beaches of Tamarindo and Santa Teresa to the wellness culture of Nosara and the natural beauty of Uvita and Manuel Antonio, your retreat can be designed around the destination that fits your group.

Palm-lined beach in Tamarindo, a top destination for a retreat in Costa Rica
Tamarindo

Beaches, sunsets, surfing and easy access to restaurants and activities.

Caribbean beach lined with jungle near Puerto Viejo, a destination for a retreat in Costa Rica
Puerto Viejo

Caribbean beaches, rainforest and laid-back Afro-Caribbean culture.

Beach in Santa Teresa, a laid-back surf town for a retreat in Costa Rica
Santa Teresa

Yoga, surf and a relaxed beach lifestyle on the Nicoya Peninsula.

Tropical beach and rainforest in Manuel Antonio, a wildlife-rich destination for a retreat in Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio

Where the jungle meets the Pacific — and wildlife is part of every day.

Beach in Nosara, a yoga and wellness destination for a retreat in Costa Rica
Nosara

A wellness destination for yoga, meditation and healthy living.

View of Arenal Volcano rising above the rainforest — a luxury retreat destination in Costa Rica
Arenal

An active volcano, natural hot springs, and rainforest adventure — all in one.

Aerial view of the Uvita coastline and jungle, a nature-focused destination for a retreat in Costa Rica
Uvita

Whale watching, jungle waterfalls, and a coastline that few visitors ever find.

Aerial view of Las Catalinas beach town — a luxury retreat destination in Costa Rica
Las Catalinas

A car-free beach town with calm water, forest trails, and a slower pace.

Every retreat can be customized.

Your retreat does not have to follow a fixed itinerary.
We can adjust the destination, villa, activities, dining, wellness program, transportation and schedule around your group.

Thatched-roof pavilion beside a private pool at a luxury villa for a wellness retreat in Costa Rica
Poolside daybeds under thatched cabanas in a tropical garden, a place to rest on a wellness retreat in Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions:

01.

Do we have to choose a set package?

No. Your group does not need to fit into a standard package. We build the retreat around your destination, villa, activities and pace.

02.

How much does a private group retreat in Costa Rica cost?

Every retreat is priced around your group. The cost depends on the number of guests, your dates, the villa, and the services you include. Send us your details and we'll reply with a free estimate within 24 hours.

03.

Will we have one point of contact?

Yes. One team coordinates the planning and supports your group throughout the retreat.

04.

Can we include celebrations?

Absolutely. Birthdays, anniversaries, reunions and private dinners can be incorporated into your retreat.

Turquoise bay and forested coastline, a setting for a wellness retreat in Costa Rica

Start planning your Costa Rica retreat.

Tell us about your group, and we'll begin building a retreat designed specifically around your goals.

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