Best Wellness Retreats in Costa Rica

Blue Spirit sits on the cliffs above the Pacific near Nosara, one of the most established surf and yoga communities in Central America. The yoga programme is the strongest on the property — daily classes across multiple styles, led by resident and visiting teachers of genuine calibre.

The location is striking: open-air shalas facing the ocean, warm evenings, and the kind of stillness that comes from being somewhere genuinely off the beaten path. Blue Spirit runs structured retreat programmes alongside open residential stays.

Hacienda AltaGracia is the most ambitious luxury wellness property in Costa Rica — a working coffee hacienda in the southern highlands that has been converted into a genuinely exceptional retreat experience. The Apure Spa offers an extensive therapeutic programme, and the adventure and equestrian offerings make it unlike any other wellness retreat in the region.

The setting — high altitude, surrounded by cloud forest and coffee fields — is extraordinary, and the level of service and food quality matches the ambition of the property.

Nayara Springs is built around private plunge pools — each villa has its own thermal spring pool fed by the Arenal Volcano. The wellness offering integrates this exceptional natural feature with spa programmes and guided experiences in the surrounding rainforest.

For a more resort-style wellness experience — comfortable, beautifully designed, and with strong food and beverage — Nayara Springs is among the best options in Costa Rica.

The Retreat is a smaller, more intimate property in the hills above San José, focused on detox and restorative programmes for guests who prefer a less resort-like experience. The programme is structured around nutritional detox, movement, and mindfulness — with a strong emphasis on personal attention from the staff.

For guests coming specifically for a cleanse or detox programme, The Retreat offers a more focused experience than the larger luxury properties.