I went here on a week-long retreat for a massage class with Erik Dalton. It was my first time traveling alone internationally, and it was such a great experience. I didn't do much yoga but their big, open rooms overlooking the city below were gorgeous and would have been perfect for it. (Not a bad setting for learning massage techniques... More

My fiance and I vacationed here for a 5 day Mind Body Spirit package in April 2013. Upon conducting research on Pura Vida, I was a bit hesitant of booking reservations due to the fact that there was no air condition, tv, or radio in the room, but decided to try something different from the norm. I was able to... More

Lovely place with gorgeous facilities. Beautiful grounds. Our room was actually a small villa with a lovely view from its small balcony. At first I was concerned because it wasn't air conditioned.... but found that I could leave the windows open all night and have blissful breezes, fresh air at just the right temperature-- delightful. The meals provided in the... More

I visited Pura Vida for education in my field of bodywork in April of 2013. I found the experience positive- the staff friendly and devoted to supporting visitors a lovely experience.I was prepared with a flashlight for night walks to and from. My room, a deluxe, with night views of the valley and the Mts. by day. Emmaculate at every... More

I had the pleasure of staying at Pura Vida Resort for the 7 day Mind Body Spirt Package..Being my first trip to Costa Rica and also my first 'yoga vacation' I had great expectations and they were met 100%. The resort is wonderful in beautiful surroundings; the yoga classes were exceptional; the food was amazing. The value of the package... More

As a Yoga Instructor, this was my first retreat that I had hosted. From when I started planning in the Summer of 2012 to when I left on 8 March 2013, the service was first class. The Admin staff were very quick to respond and were flexible and met all my/my clients needs. Arriving there, everyone was very friendly, we... More

I have been to this wonderful yoga resort 3 times! It is without a doubt one of my most favourite places in the world. The minute you walk into entrance of the place, there is the sense of being completely relaxed and with nature. Pura Vida!...that's exactly what it feels like!. The staff are wonderful, very helpful, friendly, yet leaving... More

This was my first yoga retreat and Pura Vida could not have been a better choice. Every person on the property is friendly, helpful, genuinely concerned you're have an amazing experience. I stayed in Zendo....wow, what a beautiful room with a view that takes your breath away. I have decided to make Pura Vida a destination every year. Thank you... More

I accompanied my wife to Pura Vida for one week and did not want to leave! She was with a group who was doing professional skills development in psychotherapy, and I had a winter vacation. The setting is beautiful in a walled compound with a spectacular view of the central valley from an elevation of 5000 feet. There are a... More