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A pool area with a view of the mountains, surrounded by large potted plants and cushioned seating. - The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa (Jesús)
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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Luxury hotel in the mountains

You can look forward to free full breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa. Indulge in a body treatment, reflexology, and a Swedish massage at Vida Mia, the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and local and international cuisine. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include ecotours. In addition to shopping on site and a firepit, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the mountains.

Premium Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a sink with a marble countertop.

Santosha Luxury Loft

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with a view, and a bathroom with a mirror and shelves.

Luxury Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with a central island, a large window with a view, and a cozy seating area with a unique wooden coffee table.

The Residence at Santosha

  • Mountain view
  • 235 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Jesús, The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Aguacate Mines and Rock Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Minas Del Aguacate and Turu Ba Ri Nature & Adventure Park. Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita and Balneario Las Musas are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining nearby. Visit our Jesús travel guide
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Barrio Jesús de Atenas, Altos del Monte, Jesús, Alajuela, 20502

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a complex highway interchange with multiple ramps and junctions.
    Parque Viva
    41 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Aguacate Mines
    19 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Minas Del Aguacate
    19 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
    52 min drive - 26.9 miles
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    57 min drive - 30.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station
    42 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Casita del Café
    5 min drive
  • ŌMi Sushi Bar
    13 min drive
  • Mae Culpa Restaurante y Pizzería a la Leña
    14 min drive
  • Soda El Mana
    13 min drive
  • Firenze Ristorante
    12 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • La Diosa Sunset Lounge
  • Mystique Rooftop
  • Sol Terrace

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Telescope
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Communal living room
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 118.65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Does The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools.

Is The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 118.65 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Aguacate Mines, Minas Del Aguacate, and Palmares Church. San Ramon Municipal Market and San Ramon Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Deidree Valarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the best vacations I've taken. The food, amenities and events were incredible, the staff was lovely and the resort was breathtaking. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, amazing staff and wonderful food! So rested!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing hotel , very clean and beautiful. It’s so peaceful there . Food was the best I’ve had in Costa Rica - and we’ve tried a lot , but nothing beats the taste and quality of their meals . Stuff goes above and beyond to assist everyone with all needs and requests. I would love to be back there one day and highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities are outstanding. The view is stunning. Beautiful place. We had a great time. This said, I think the wine selection could be improved (wines are ridiculously expensive for the quality). The food at the main restaurant was not that great, but our dinner at mystique was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Szabolcs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the time of our life at the Retreat! I thank all the staff for their kindness and thoughtfullness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marsha Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and restful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend The Retreat hotel! It was gorgeous and the views breath taking. The staff was very attentive and kind. Will definitely go again. The tours were over priced though. ~400 per tour and while the locations were beautiful it was not worth that much money. Also note there is no food you can buy except for in the restaurants there. So grab some snack at the airport. But highly recommend this place. Even in the rainy season it was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is truly wonderful—a perfect place to find peace of mind, reset, detach, and return as a better person. I only wish I had more time to stay, perhaps even a month or two, because it’s definitely a place I plan to revisit. The commute through the resort involves quite a few hills, which at times felt like a workout, but I like to think of it as built-in cardio—almost like hiking. The food was absolutely outstanding—five stars, maybe even ten. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a rejuvenating and memorable experience.
Soup
Morning view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury you pay for

A place worth staying longer. Beautiful facilities and surroundings. Exceptional service. But is is no cheap to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Khalia Vermeile

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Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nizam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This retreat has the friendliest and most professional staff. The food was excellent, and the spa and amenities were great. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ginelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone deserves to experience this kind of customer service and restoration that The Retreat Costa Rica has to offer. From the moment I arrived to the moment I left it was a five star experience. The room and views were breathtaking, the spa treatments are like no other and the Farm to table dishes were incredible! Carlos, Juan, Ed, Dini and Leah (yoga instructor) plus so many more made my time in Costa Rica one I’ll remember forever. Excited to make this retreat an annual tradition for my wellbeing. I’ll come once a year and encourage all my friends to do the same. This place was truly heaven on earth.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to relax and energize

The place was amazing. Very relaxing, with plenty of local trip or adventure options. The food was impeccable and the staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Retreat is truly Heaven on Earth from the location to the staff to the food and spa. If you need to refresh and recenter yourself, this is the only place to go. Days filled with yoga, hiking, meditation, and relaxation await. We will make this an annual trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury that costs

A place worth staying longer. Beautiful facilities and surroundings. Exceptional service. But is is no cheap to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Few bumps but they were quick to fix the issues and very efficient. Thanks to Alejandro for a great service .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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4/10 Poor

Aleksandr

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a MOUNTAIN resort. Meaning there are very steep hills and to stay here you need to be very fit to be able to climb those hills to spa, restaurant, pool. Felt very bad for older people who had difficulties doing that. There’s no room service. Rooms are located on steep hills. Breakfast starts at 8:30! This is the latest breakfast we’ve ever had to have - we wake up at 5 and like to start our day early. Spa is nice. Steam room is very cold, can’t even get a steam higher. There was power outage one day for a couples of house and you’d think that a 5 star hotel would have a generator, but had to take a cold shower… Internet was out during those few hours and if you still need to do some work - you can’t.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wynisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful the staff, thehotel guest, and just everyone on the property was so nice. It was so relaxing and a nice place to reset. Carlos was amazing with activities and speaking positivity to you. The food was very delicious and fulfilling. The Coffee and Tea Bar was exceptional. I will be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oluwatosin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained and beautiful. The staff was super hospitable Highly recommend this place for a solo trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sitio agradable, muy buena atención, cerca de San José
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vincenzo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Potentially lovely but now past its best

We were really excited about this stay having read all of the reviews but ended up disappointed. We received a room upgrade which we were grateful for but the room was very tired, particularly the bathroom area which had a handful of areas of damage. The room was also dirty, which we pointed out with photos to staff and they kind of asked us why we had looked for dirt (which we found when we moved a unit to plug a charger in) and there were multiple hairs in the room. They did do a “detail clean” but we keep our own house cleaner. Additionally we were woken by grounds keepers making loud banging noises every morning at 6am. Additionally they pride themselves on their food which we found to be average and $57 per person for dinner which we thought was expensive for the level of the food. On the positive side the communal areas were very nice and we had excellent massages.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Una vacacion espectacular

Espectacular la atención la comida excepcional todo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastisk opphold!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021