The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
Hotel in San José Province
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more
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About this hotel
Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
This smoke-free hotel features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a restaurant. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a sauna.
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a sauna and a fitness center.
This smoke-free hotel features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a restaurant. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a sauna.
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a sauna and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of San José Province
Available Rooms
Premium Quadruple Room
Beds not specified • 560 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room
Beds not specified • 280 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Premium Room
Beds not specified • 301 ft²
Sleeps 2
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££££
Reviews
5.0
Beautiful and restful.
5.0
Beautiful and restful.
2.5
A place worth staying longer. Beautiful facilities and surroundings. Exceptional service. But is is no cheap to stay there.
2.5
A place worth staying longer. Beautiful facilities and surroundings. Exceptional service. But is is no cheap to stay there.
2.0
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.
2.0
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.
1.5
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.
1.5
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.
2.5
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.
5.0
Few bumps but they were quick to fix the issues and very efficient. Thanks to Alejandro for a great service .
5.0
Few bumps but they were quick to fix the issues and very efficient. Thanks to Alejandro for a great service .
5.0
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!
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
It was a very relaxing stay.
5.0
It was a very relaxing stay.
2.5
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.
2.5
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
2.5
Amazing stay and hospitality. Only place I’ll stay when returning to Costa Rica.
2.5
Amazing stay and hospitality. Only place I’ll stay when returning to Costa Rica.
2.5
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.
2.5
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.
2.5
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).
2.5
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).
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
2.5
This place is perfect for a quiet get away. Healthy. You will feel refreshed after resting in this hidden gem. Food is healthy. Atmosphere is relaxing. The staff are very polite and helpful. Everything is perfect.
2.5
This place is perfect for a quiet get away. Healthy. You will feel refreshed after resting in this hidden gem. Food is healthy. Atmosphere is relaxing. The staff are very polite and helpful. Everything is perfect.
5.0
The retreat gave stellar service. From the moment I stepped to the front desk I was greeted with a fresh juice and cool cloth. I received a tour of the beautiful property and then escorted to my room.
The food delicious, the yoga class was amazing and all of the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Grissela at the front desk packed a beach bag for me for excursions, the 2 chefs I seen the most were very kind and made vegan meals, Thank you Chef Sergio and his apprentice. Big thank you to Gustavo I believe is his name he gave a wonderful tour of the property and was very helpful throughout my stay.
The property is safe the views are breathtaking. Wish I spent more time just at the hotel. It is extremely tranquil and relaxing.
5.0
The retreat gave stellar service. From the moment I stepped to the front desk I was greeted with a fresh juice and cool cloth. I received a tour of the beautiful property and then escorted to my room.
The food delicious, the yoga class was amazing and all of the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Grissela at the front desk packed a beach bag for me for excursions, the 2 chefs I seen the most were very kind and made vegan meals, Thank you Chef Sergio and his apprentice. Big thank you to Gustavo I believe is his name he gave a wonderful tour of the property and was very helpful throughout my stay.
The property is safe the views are breathtaking. Wish I spent more time just at the hotel. It is extremely tranquil and relaxing.
5.0
The property was beautiful, the food was amazing, and the staff was very friendly. Everything was personalized, could not have asked for a better stay. They even picked us up at Liberia when our flight plans went awry.
5.0
The property was beautiful, the food was amazing, and the staff was very friendly. Everything was personalized, could not have asked for a better stay. They even picked us up at Liberia when our flight plans went awry.
5.0
Breathtaking views, nothing better than waking up well rested to that amazing mountain view.
5.0
This is a wonderful place to stay. Pure beauty. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
2.5
The Retreat is situated in an area voted to enjoy the best climate in the world! That is debatable but, what is not debatable is the wonder that is the Retreat. We spent five days there, probably not long enough but managed to totally unwind and relax. The rooms and bed are most comfortable and the atmosphere very zen. The staff are all very friendly and accommodating. The food is healthy and delicious but don’t expect burgers and chips here! If you are thinking about coming to the Retreat, don’t hesitate a minute longer.
2.5
The Retreat is situated in an area voted to enjoy the best climate in the world! That is debatable but, what is not debatable is the wonder that is the Retreat. We spent five days there, probably not long enough but managed to totally unwind and relax. The rooms and bed are most comfortable and the atmosphere very zen. The staff are all very friendly and accommodating. The food is healthy and delicious but don’t expect burgers and chips here! If you are thinking about coming to the Retreat, don’t hesitate a minute longer.
2.5
Such a beautiful place to stay! I will definitely be back! Very kind and caring people!
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in San José Province?
The average price for a rental in San José Province is £81 per night. This rental is £589 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa. Enjoy the water!
Is The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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