The Retreat Costa Rica, an award-winning wellness boutique resort and spa nestled in the lush mountains outside San José, will celebrate its 10-year anniversary with a weeklong series of complimentary events from April 27 through May 2, 2026, hosted by founder Diana Stobo.
Designed as an intimate and meaningful gathering, the celebration invites guests to reconnect through nature, nourishment and community – core principles that have defined the property since its founding in 2016.
The milestone follows a period of continued growth and global recognition, including a recent $4 million expansion introducing the Santosha Clubhouse and Lofts. The addition further enhances the resort’s holistic offerings with a focus on social wellness – shared, intentional experiences and connection to people and nature that help restore balance and support true well-being.
The Retreat Costa Rica is currently named the No. 1 Best Spa in the World by readers of Condé Nast Traveller and recognized among the Top 10 Spa Destinations by Condé Nast Traveler (U.S.), reinforcing its position as a leading destination for transformative wellness travel.
Anniversary Celebration Week Highlights
Throughout the week, Stobo will personally host a series of complimentary curated experiences designed to foster reflection, connection and celebration. Programming is intentionally flexible, encouraging guests to participate at their own pace.
Each day will follow a relaxed rhythm of morning and afternoon yoga, nourishing meals and time for rest, alongside special events including:
Monday, April 27 – Opening Evening
The celebration begins with a gong and fire release ritual and opening blessing followed by a sunset mix-and-mingle reception with Stobo at La Diosa.
Tuesday, April 28
Guests are invited to an intimate tea and intention-setting session with Stobo, along with a deeply immersive sound healing experience.
Wednesday, April 29
A wellness-focused day features a discussion on longevity, nutrition and regenerative health followed by an energetic ecstatic dance celebration.
Thursday, April 30
Highlights include a poolside water aerobics session, a hands-on cooking class with Stobo and Chef Sergio and an evening sunset circle and storytelling gathering beneath the resort’s iconic Guanacaste tree.
Friday, May 1 – Official 10-Year Anniversary
Festivities peak with an art therapy workshop, a sunset cocktail celebration featuring live saxophone music, fireworks and a celebratory anniversary dinner with live violin accompaniment.
Saturday, May 2
The week concludes with an intimate, family-style community table dinner hosted by Stobo and her family, offering guests a chance to connect over shared stories and experiences.
Each guest will receive a curated anniversary welcome bag, including a personal journal, intention crystal, reflection tools and a welcome letter from Stobo, reinforcing the week’s focus on mindfulness and personal growth.
Nightly rates start at $504 per person and include deluxe accommodations and daily meals, exclusive of taxes and gratuities. For more information or to book the 10th Anniversary Celebration Week, guests can visit https://www.theretreatcostarica.com/the-resort/10th-anniversary-celebration.
About The Retreat Costa Rica
The Retreat Costa Rica is a luxury wellness destination founded by celebrity chef, bestselling author, and health and wellness life coach Diana Stobo in 2016. Located at the base of a quartz mountain outside the town of Atenas, Alajuela, in Costa Rica, and 30 minutes from San Juan International Airport, the resort offers guests a transformational experience in a nurturing environment. The Retreat includes 25 unique, elegant accommodations, Santosha Wellness Club, Vida Mia Healing Center and Spa, three farm-to-table restaurants, two saline swimming pools, a yoga studio, meditation deck, organic gardens, a coffee plantation, sweeping views and hiking trails. The Retreat Costa Rica is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the Virtuoso Travel Network, and is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top spa destinations by both Conde Nast Traveler and Conde Nast Traveller. More information is available at www.theretreatcostarica.com.
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