Wellness Resort & Spa
The Retreat is a small wellness resort set on a private, crystal-quartz mountain above the Pacific coast in Alajuela province, around forty minutes from San Jose.
Founded by chef and wellness coach Diana Stobo, it holds around eighteen rooms built around structured retreat programmes rather than conventional leisure stays. Its scale and focus on nutrition and movement set it apart from larger Costa Rican resorts.
Known for: local immersion, seclusion, wellness.
San Jose serves as Costa Rica's capital, blending republican-era architecture with a dynamic urban dining scene.
Best in December, January, February and March.
Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability; Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates) $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full); Welcome amenity in-room on arrival 20% discount offered for any tour or excursion Bookings in our Luxury Lofts will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers; Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability. These are added to the hotel's own rate.
From $650 a night for two in the entry room, in US dollars with taxes included. This is a reference: your quote confirms the price for your dates.
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San José is at its best in December, January, February and March.
The Retreat Costa Rica, Wellness Resort & Spa is in Alajuela, Costa Rica. The Luminari Collection has 1 other hotel within 30 km.
The Retreat Costa Rica, Wellness Resort & Spa has 25 rooms. Style: zen.
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