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The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

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Surrounded by mountains, The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy ecotours, unwind with yoga classes or indulge in spa treatments like deep-tissue massages and aromatherapy at Vida Mía Spa. With free full breakfast, shopping on site and two restaurants serving local cuisine, guests can relax in comfort.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
The current price is CNY2,883
CNY3,257 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28

Why we love this property

Fine dining included
This hotel's restaurant serves local and international cuisine with garden and pool views. Free full breakfast is included, and 2 bars await.
Spa sanctuary
The spa provides daily massages and aromatherapy treatments. A hot tub, sauna, and steam room await. Mountain views enhance yoga classes.
Luxury sleep essentials
Drift into peaceful slumber with hypo-allergenic bedding in these luxury hotel rooms. Plush bathrobes await for post-sleep comfort.

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  • Mountain view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room

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  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room

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  • Mountain view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Santosha Luxury Loft

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

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Luxury Loft

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  • Mountain view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Residence at Santosha

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

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About the neighborhood

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Barrio Jesús de Atenas, Altos del Monte, Jesús, Alajuela, 20502

What's nearby

  • Aguacate Mines - 19 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Minas Del Aguacate - 19 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Palmares Church - 35 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Parque Viva - 41 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 57 min drive - 48.2 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 39 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 48 min drive
  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 42 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Firenze Ristorante - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Casita del Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Cenizaro - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mae Culpa Restaurante y Pizzería a la Leña - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bar Tucson Arizona - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

When visiting Jesús, The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa is a great choice to consider. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials, and Sol Terrace, one of 3 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a sauna. Fellow travelers like the overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • Children (16 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Ecotours
  • Shopping
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 2015
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Lockers available
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Vida Mia Spa has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Sol Terrace - This poolside restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
La Diosa Sunset Lounge - This poolside restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Mystique Rooftop - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 118.65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Retreat Altos Monte Hotel Atenas

Retreat Altos Monte Hotel

Retreat Altos Monte Atenas

Retreat Altos Monte

Retreat Costa Rica Atenas

Retreat Costa Rica Hotel Atenas

Retreat Costa Rica Hotel

The Retreat at Altos del Monte

Retreat Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

Does The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 118.65 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like rock climbing, body boarding, and ziplining. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes, ecotours, and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa also has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring local and international cuisine, garden views, and poolside dining.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, amazing staff and wonderful food! So rested!
Gina, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Laurent, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had the time of our life at the Retreat! I thank all the staff for their kindness and thoughtfullness.
Szabolcs, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and restful.
Marsha Elizabeth, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Jennifer, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
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Morning view
Jamie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Luxury you pay for

A place worth staying longer. Beautiful facilities and surroundings. Exceptional service. But is is no cheap to stay there.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This retreat has the friendliest and most professional staff. The food was excellent, and the spa and amenities were great. Thank you!
Nizam, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Carla, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Luxury that costs

A place worth staying longer. Beautiful facilities and surroundings. Exceptional service. But is is no cheap to stay there.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Few bumps but they were quick to fix the issues and very efficient. Thanks to Alejandro for a great service .
Dora, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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.
Aleksandr, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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.
Vincenzo, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sitio agradable, muy buena atención, cerca de San José
Fabiola, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Una vacacion espectacular

Espectacular la atención la comida excepcional todo
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastisk opphold!
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was the easiest vacation I've ever been on as far as the hotel having the most popular tours available and creating a personalized daily schedule. Hotel staff do take you on each tour so you become comfortable with every one you interact with. Meals were my biggest worry going in but they were all well seasoned with good portion sizes and 3 courses with every dinner-- we had fish most nights and beef once during our stay. If we visit again, we would choose a more inclusive package as it was very easy to spend $1000/day between tours, treatments, and meals for 2.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a very relaxing stay.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I want to go back!

Amazing setting, spa (Laura was especially accommodating), restaurant (Jonathan was great) and incredible food. The front office, the driver from the airport were all very kind and attentive. Sofia, the yoga instructor was excellent. I can hardly wait to go back.
Stephanie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Retreat is a short drive from the San Jose Airport. The property feels serene and welcoming. The rooms off the yoga studio are definitely for morning people. The spa is world class. The views and sunsets spectacular.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wow.

Amazing stay and hospitality. Only place I’ll stay when returning to Costa Rica.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay near san jose

Amazing - beat our expectations by a mile and the photos don't do justice. The food is world class and we felt amazing after just one night stay.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Quick weekend break

Gorgeous stay at the Retreat! We ate well and relaxed - the place is done very, very well, with beautiful views and very comfortable rooms. The only complaint I have is that the mattresses could have been better (which is often the case in hotels). We didn’t get up to much on our short stay besides lounging by the pools and in the spa and working out in the perfectly well equipped gym, but we did do one yoga class which was lovely - the studio is beautiful. The wildlife on the property is fantastic - incredible flowers and landscaping and peacocks, other exotic birds, butterflies, iguana, fish. The property is new and the spaces are very well appointed and extremely comfortable. It was only a 1.5 hour drive from San Jose during rush hour and only took us 30 mins to get to the airport to leave (not during rush hour).
Thea, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It’s really hard to describe this property in a way that fairly captures its essence. It’s amazing. Decadent treat all the way around: food, service, views, spa and services and overall ambiance. Will be back.
kthooch, 1-night trip