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The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room
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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
The current price is NZ$1,125
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

Explore the area

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Barrio Jesús de Atenas, Altos del Monte, Jesús, Alajuela, 20502
  • Place, Palmares Church
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, San Ramon Municipal Market
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Parque Viva
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 53 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Santosha Luxury Loft

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Loft

Luxury Loft

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 63 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Residence at Santosha

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 235 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Jesús

A luxury stay in Jesús awaits you at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa. You'll be 8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Aguacate Mines and 8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Minas Del Aguacate. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A relaxing visit to Vida Mia Spa can include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and detox wraps along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, Sol Terrace, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With 2 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Enjoy the gym, Turkish bath/hammam, sauna and pool loungers. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Jesús hotel include Palmares Church and Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita.

What's nearby

  • Aguacate Mines - 13 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Minas Del Aguacate - 13 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Palmares Church - 27 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Parque Viva - 35 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 48 min drive - 45.4 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 58 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Casita del Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Balneario El Cerro - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mar Y Sabor - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Rest. Las Brisas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Vista del Valle - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 5-star Jesús hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2015
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • 1 conference room
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • La Diosa Sunset Lounge
  • Mystique Rooftop
  • Sol Terrace

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Ecotours
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 118.65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa on 3 Dec 2025 start from NZ$1,124.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Yep, The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Yep, Vida Mia Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as Swedish massages.

Does The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa have a pool?

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants.

What makes The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa.

Does The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa serve breakfast?

You bet, free full brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

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

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.