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Luxury retreats in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Beaches, surfing and a relaxed wellness culture on the Nicoya Peninsula, with every detail arranged for your group.

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

Surf, yoga and a slower pace by the ocean.

Santa Teresa is known for its beaches, surfing, wellness culture, boutique accommodations and relaxed atmosphere.

With jungle on one side and the Pacific on the other, it naturally lends itself to slower mornings, outdoor activities, wellness and time together.

Your retreat can be as active or relaxed as you want, and we plan each day around your group.

What’s included:

Beachside villas

Private villas a short walk from the beaches of Santa Teresa.

Local experiences

Surf lessons, Montezuma waterfalls, boat trips and sunset beach time.

Transportation

Airport transfers and private drivers on the Nicoya Peninsula.

Yoga and wellness

Daily yoga, massage and wellness in a relaxed beach setting.

Private chef

Healthy, organic-inspired menus served at your villa.

Retreat coordination

One team coordinating your stay from arrival to departure.

Villas in Santa Teresa

A few of our handpicked villas in Santa Teresa, a short walk from the surf and the jungle. We'll find the home that fits your group's mix of yoga, waves and slow beach days.

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.

Who is this retreat for?

Santa Teresa works especially well for groups who want wellness, surf and a slower pace by the ocean.

Yoga and wellness retreats

Morning practice, healthy food and time in nature.

Women’s retreats

Slow mornings, beach days and time to reconnect.

Surf retreats

Lessons and surf sessions for every level.

Fitness retreats

Training, outdoor activities and recovery.

Private and executive groups

An inspiring setting away from everyday routines.

Woman practicing yoga on the beach during a Santa Teresa retreat in Costa Rica
Surfer walking along the shore at sunset during a Santa Teresa retreat in Costa Rica

Sample Santa Teresa retreat

Day 01
Arrival

Airport transfer, villa check-in and welcome dinner.

Day 02
Slow start

Morning yoga, private breakfast, beach time and sunset.

Day 03
Surf

Surf lesson, healthy lunch and a wellness treatment.

Day 04
Explore

Nature excursion followed by a private chef dinner.

Day 05
Departure

Breakfast, final yoga session and airport transfer.

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.

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.

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.

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.

What types of retreats work well in Santa Teresa?

Wellness, yoga, women’s, surf, fitness, private group and executive retreats all work well in Santa Teresa.

02.

How much does a retreat in Santa Teresa 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.

Do you arrange transportation?

Yes. We arrange airport transfers and private transportation throughout your retreat.

04.

Can our retreat be relaxed rather than active?

Absolutely. Your retreat can be as active or relaxed as you want, and we plan each day around your group.

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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