I was there on a seminar. It was a nice resort, with great food. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Be aware, as I was shocked and not warned......You cannot put toilet paper in the toilet. It has to be put in the trash cans. This grossed me out, but I got used to it. It was the same... More

Pura Vida is Heaven on Earth. I recently returned from a Yoga Retreat with a lovely group(There were more than 20 of us). This was my second time to this breathtaking place nestled in the hills of Alajuela-and I look forward to the next. Personally, I am not one for visting the same place twice, however, Pura Vida is definately... More

Pura Vida is a lovely sanctuary for birds, flowers, animals and people. I attended a psychotherapy workshop there recently and wasn't sure exactly what to expect. I knew that it was called a spa and yoga retreat but I didn't expect that it was such a healing place for the heart, body, mind and soul. This is not an fancy... More

My girlfriend and myself stayed here our last night in C.R. due to the resorts proximity to the airport and promised city views. Upon checking in we were given a bungalow with a obstructed city view but a clear view of a pile of garbage on the side of a hillside. The gentlemen working the front desk mentioned there was... More

I recently visited Pura Vida for a 7 day mind body spirit retreat, and from start to finish, it was an excellent, hassle free experience. The U.S. based reservations office was very helpful, and spent alot of time describing the various retreat and room options. The Pura Vida representative was waiting at the San Jose airport with a smile and... More

My wife was attending a conference held at this Retreat Center and I tagged along for the fun. A week here went by so fast. The staff is so friendly and attentive to your needs; just ask. Beautiful grounds. The property is adjacent to a coffee plantation; take the free coffee tour. You'll learn a lot. Starbucks gets a lot... More

Horrofic experience! Not only did they falsely charge my credit card multiple times, but the property is unclean (bugs & critters) and offers bad food (fried), weak yoga programs and no hot water. Don't go there! More

I thoroughly enjoyed a 5 day mind body spirit retreat at Pura Vida. The grounds are beautifully kept and it is a completely hassle free trip. They pick you up at the airport, have buffet style meals, great spa services and include yoga and excursions. It is completely a worry free trip. Their yoga instructors were fantastic and practicing twice... More

Pura Vida is a great spa hotel for people who like to stay healthy in mind and body. GREAT healthy food, staff, yoga, spa services and comfortable, nice rooms with great views. The hotel is up in the mountains and looks down on the city lights at night. In the morning, you can see a volcano erupting in the distance,... More