Pura Vida Wellness Retreat Center
Discover Serenity by the Sea
Embark on a journey of self-care and renewal with our diverse wellness programs and activities.
From yoga and meditation to holistic healing and organic cuisine, Pura Vida Wellness Retreat Center in Yelapa invites you to embrace a holistic approach to well-being.
Jen Ciszewski, one of our wonderful hosts, put together this video when her group was here in 2021
Our beautiful accommodations are right by the ocean, for those seeking connection with nature and themselves.
Relax at one of our meditation, movement, and mindfulness retreats in a spa by the ocean and unwind with holistic treatments at our alternative health center. We offer spiritual healing as well as personal and group inquiry as an a treatment for stress, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Relaxation &
Transformation.
We have been successfully supporting thousands of people over last 8 years by integrating many modalities in our Holistic Healing and Personal Transformation programs.
Pura Vida is proud to offer a variety of Group Transformational Retreats as well as customized Individual Transformational Retreats.
We are happy that most people report lasting changes in their lives.
Retreat Dates hosted by Pura Vida
2025 Dates
January 5 - Jan 11, 2025
March 30 - April 5
May 18 - May 24
June 1-7 (our retreat for alumnae)
July 13- July 19, 2025
October 12-18,
November 16-22
Click link below to book your retreat
Book our Wellness Center for your Retreat
Yoga and movement professionals host group retreats throughout the year. Please consult our calendar for details and link to the hosts to register.
The best place to stay in
Yelapa Bay, Jalisco, Mexico
Our peaceful, secluded oceanfront resort is located a 10 minute scenic walk from a small Mexican Village named Yelapa. We are in a small bay within the bay of Banderas, where Puerto Vallarta is located. To get to Yelapa, you fly into international airport of Puerto Vallarta, a 2-3 hour direct flight from Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Yelapa is home to beautiful beaches, a 60 foot high waterfall, a quaint authentic village, and plenty of beautiful trails to hike, wander and explore. It is only accessible by boat, a 50 minute ride from Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco in Mexico. There are no cars in Yelapa, so it is the perfect place to unwind.
Pura Vida’s rooms are all oceanfront, nestled on side of a hill, and surrounded by lush jungle.
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Yelapa, a hidden gem nestled along Mexico's Pacific coast.
Our wellness retreat center offers a sanctuary for rejuvenation and self-discovery, surrounded by pristine beaches and lush tropical landscapes.We offer meditation, movement and mindfulness retreats with holistic treatments to support spiritual healing as well as retreats as treatment for stress, anxiety, depression and PTSD, to support well-being in the outside world.
Amenities
Fresh Juice, Smoothies and Gourmet Plant Based Meals
Spiritual Library & Cinema
On-site Holistic Healing Treatments
Ocean water pool and jacuzzi
Daily Sessions for Movement and Meditation
Outdoor Excursions
Testimonials
Reviews from millions of Tripadvisor travellers place this hotel in the top 10% worldwide.
Magical space within a magical place!
“Pura Vida is a beautiful space found amongst an even more magical place - Yelapa. I had the opportunity to spend several week at this wonderful retreat and feel so lucky to have come across it. For me the location was perfect as it had a wonderful mix of ocean and jungle. The rooms are really nicely designed and you wake up to some beautiful views of the ocean! All the staff at Pura Vida are really caring and kind and the food is delicious - especially if you are looking to nourish your body with some nutritious, organic deliciousness! I was also fortunate enough to meet many other beautiful visitors while staying there as there place definitely attracts muy buena onda! I highly recommend this place for anyone looking forward to some relaxing and healing space. I will definitely be back!”
— Amina, TripAdvisor User
Soul vacation
“Pura Vida Wellness Retreat is a lovely place. Beautiful views of the jungle and ocean, delicious healthy food, butterflies all around, and daily yoga and meditation.
The staff and guests are extremely kind and down to earth. I felt at home immediately and I recommend this place to anyone looking to take a vacation for their mind body + soul 🧘🏼♀️
The retreat has very welcoming and communal energy, but for those looking for solitude you also have the space to do your own thing.
I’ll definitely stay connected with my Pura Vida family and look forward to returning to this healing sanctuary”