The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

Hotels
8.9 (19 reviews)
50 E Redondel De Toros , Atenas , cr

Free

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Stunning location
Good vegetarian food
Cons:
Lack of clear menu pricing
Room darkening issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.74
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.71
Exceptional service highlighted by multiple guests, notably the warmth and helpfulness of staff.
Location
9.25
Beautiful location with breathtaking views, though access is limited.
Room Quality
8.7
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.73
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.69
Concerns about pricing for the vegan menu, but overall good value.
Food and Beverage
8.24
Good vegetarian food offered, but pricing clarity is lacking.
Overall Experience
9.11
A memorable stay due to excellent service and beautiful surroundings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:04

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in comfort and style at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa. Our rooms are elegantly designed with private bathrooms, plush bathrobes, and some even offer extra amenities like a cozy sofa and premium bed linen.

Wellness and Relaxation
Unwind and rejuvenate at our resort's wellness facilities. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool overlooking the breathtaking mountains and the Nicoya Peninsula. Pamper yourself at the luxury spa with sauna, massages, and yoga classes. Immerse in the tranquility of our organic permaculture ponds with fish for a truly serene experience.

Fitness and Adventure
Stay active during your stay with access to our fitness center and various outdoor activities like hiking. Whether you seek relaxation or adventure, The Retreat Costa Rica has something for everyone.

Book now for an unforgettable wellness getaway at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 19 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.74
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 8.69
Food and Beverage: 8.24
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Tedi couple ca
5
Poor value, not a 5 stat resort.
Pros:

The views were beautiful!

The servers in the restaurant were incredible- so kind and warm.

I liked the self serve tea station.

Close to the airport for the last stop on our 12 day trip.

Cons:

It seems like it’s more about PR and made for influencers than actual quality, heart and attention to detail.

The main areas were always a mess- dirty cups, towels and dishes everywhere.

There’s no menu- it’s very difficult to order and chose what you would like to eat- and there are no prices- so you have no idea that you are ordering a small cheese plate for $50USD. I understand this is a certain style of dining, but it wasn’t ideal for us.

The reception WhatsApp is very unreliable with communication.

The spa services you have to book in advance of your stay- which we were not told, it was all sold out so we codling chose the services we wanted. I did get a massage from a cancellation. The practitioner proposed getting a different massage than the one I booked without telling me it was $70 more. The massage also felt unprofessional and perhaps I don’t know what an Ayurvedic massage is, but I do feel that he was pushing the boundaries of what was appropriate. I emailed the hotel in detail about this but did not hear back.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Jan family_with_children gb
9
Bliss place to have started our Costa Rica adventure
Pros:

Pretty much everything

Cons:

No air con in the Gym

2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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Louis couple nl
10
Lux retreat, prachtig aangelegd, uitstekend ontbijt en diner.
Pros:

Modern comfort, luxueuze kamer op een hoger gelegen heuvel met uitzicht op de Pacific ocean. Een romantisch badkuip met een fenomenaal uitzicht.

2025-12-21 via Nuitee
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Marjorie solo_traveller cr
10
Maravilloso!!!
Pros:

El servicio fue increíble, las personas de recepción, las de limpieza, en los restaurantes, Carlos el del Gym súper atento, calidad de persona, respetuoso y servicial.

Quiero agradecer especialmente a Alejandro en recepción, Ricky y Emerson que me brindaron ayuda con un incidente que tuve con mi vehículo cerca del lugar. No tenía nada que ver con el hotel y sin dudarlo fueron a ayudarme, estaba sola, de noche, con lluvia, en un lugar oscuro que parecía peligroso y casi sin señal y ellos llegaron a ayudarme, inclusive Emerson que ya había finalizado su jornada laboral.

Realmente los felicito, por encima de todo uno debe rodearse de colaboradores que tengan calidad humana como ellos, para mí eso lo valió todo.

Definitivamente no sólo volveré sino que los recomendaré con mis amistades, familiares y clientas.

Cons:

Me gustaría poder ver el menú del restaurante vegano con el precio, pedí lo que había para experimentar y nunca vi los precios, algunos me parecieron un poco elevados pero nunca supe que incluía y que no el almuerzo o la cena. Viendo los precios no habría problema en excederme con algunas cosas pero consciente de lo que vale cada cosa.

Al menos podrían brindar todos esos detalles a la hora de describir el menú.

2025-10-22 via Nuitee
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Tobias couple bs
10
Immer wieder gerne!
Pros:

Tolle Location mit atemberaubenden Blick. Nur mit 4x4 Auto erreichbar. Sehr exklusiv, wenige Zimmer, max. 25 Gäste. Sehr gutes vegetarisches Essen. Gehen sehr auf die Wünsche der Gäste ein!

Cons:

Verdunklungsmöglichkeit des Zimmers nicht ausreichend wenn jemand damit Schlafprobleme nach Sonnenaufgang hat

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
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Larissa young couple de
9
Superb
2025-01-29 via Nuitee
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Gary young couple us
10
Exceptional
2025-01-19 via Nuitee
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Amaj review category business travellers us
10
Exceptional
2024-11-29 via Nuitee
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Karin review category business travellers us
4
On zero sleep, we were far less rested when we left than when we arrived at the
Pros:

Good food and drinks.

Cons:

We told the staff that their peacock would not leave our balcony. There was nothing they could do to remove him, and he kept us up all night screeching right outside our window.

2024-04-05 via Nuitee
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Ben young couple gb
6
Beautiful hotel but service and food needs work
Pros:

Property itself is beautiful. The common areas are lovely and the pools are amazing. Everything is immaculate.

Despite being rushed off their feet, the two guys running the bar/ restaurant were extremely nice.

The chap who gave us a tour of the hotel on arrival was really nice and helpful.

There are lots of animals that live in and around the hotel - really fun to see peacocks and coati’s just wandering around.

Cons:

Not enough bar/ restaurant staff to get a drink by the pool. You have to go up to the bar.

The food is distinctly average. It looks nice and very well presented but tastes very bland. We didn’t like having to stick to a set menu. Would prefer some choice or to be able to pay for things not part of the full-board offering.

By comparison to the common areas, the room was mediocre - poor finish

Check-out was odd. No one asked how our stay was and didn’t really say goodbye. Weird experience. Felt like there was an air of arrogance among a lot of staff.

2024-02-22 via Nuitee
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Sandy young couple ca
10
Exceptional
2024-01-26 via Nuitee
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Kimberlee solo traveller us
10
A slice of heaven on earth
Pros:

Staff was welcoming. Called you by your first name throughout your stay. Food was amazing. Spa services were excellent. Room very comfortable, beautifully appointed, and the view to die for.

Cons:

Noth8ng. Everything was great.

2023-09-27 via Nuitee
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Piet young couple be
8
Very special resort at a superb location with excellent SPA accomodation
Pros:

Superb resort in terms of SPA facitlities and atmoshere

Cons:

They don't serve any dairy or bakery products

2023-07-29 via Nuitee
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Linda solo traveller us
10
Exceptional
2023-04-10 via Nuitee
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Linda young couple us
10
Exceptional
2023-04-08 via Nuitee
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Alexis young couple mx
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The location, the food, the facilities, and the views were amazing

Cons:

I enjoyed everything, thank you!

2022-12-21 via Nuitee
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Vanice with friends us
10
MEMORABLE EXCELLENT MUCH NEEDED
Pros:

everything the staff the environment the food the spa the EVERYTHING IT WAS JUST BREATHTAKING

2022-12-20 via Nuitee
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Jasmine family with young children ca
10
Exceptional
2022-11-04 via Nuitee
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Andre solo traveller us
10
Exceptional
2022-11-04 via Nuitee