Shlomo

We had an amazing time at Alya Jungle Retreat. It was very relaxing, with yoga and breakfast to get us up every morning. The location requires a decent vehicle, but that comes with incredible nature and privacy. Our host, Yani, was incredibly friendly and helpful. I would definitely come back again.

We had the most beautiful, peaceful stay, surrounded by nature. We were even given an upgrade on our casita when we arrived! Amazing hosts, who gave us an abundance of recommendations. And the yoga every morning was absolute bliss! We came away feeling recharged and truly grateful for this experience.

Such a gem! As we arrived, we immediately felt welcomed with warmth. The scenery is so unique and definitely an experience of its own : waking with the howling monkeys, the beautiful birds, the dense vegetation… The morning pilates and yoga classes were definitely a favorite. These moments offered a precious glimpse of peace and taught us to slow down and follow the rhythm of the Costa Rican lifestyle!

Thank you Shlomo and team for welcoming us, and being so helpful.

What a beautiful paradise! Shlomo was kind and welcoming and the cabana was lovely! Yoga every morning is a must, Maria was such a great teacher and so kind. We woke up to yoga with the monkeys!

Such a incredible stay. We loved being tucked away especially after coming from busier parts of CR. Shlomo is a great yoga teacher and gave us some travel tips to plan our next move down the peninsula. The breakfast we had in their cafe was amazing and we also had all the basics we needed to cook our own meals in the casita. We stayed for Sunday morning ecstatic dance before leaving & it was a great way to connect with the broader community this retreat serves. The only slight bother was being able to hear noises from our neighboring casita a little too clearly/close by, but turning fans on helped drown that out. We’d absolutely stay here again and highly recommend! Best place to be engulfed in nature and so many nearby beaches, sweet towns. Rugged roads so get a 4WD or similar!

Really good place to retreat and live with the nature times

Our stay at Shlomo's house exceeded all our expectations. Our stay there was so pleasant and meaningful. The cabin itself is cozy and beautiful, with nature from all directions, a fun kitchen to cook in, comfy bed, fun and thin shower outside facing the jungle. The entire complex is immersed in the jungle and there are common areas for campfire and yoga. Shlomo is the heart of the place, a kind person who is pleasant to stay with and chat with. He gives yoga classes every morning that even more enhance the experience, open their hearts and connect to yourself and nature. We will definitely come back again! Thank you!

The best! Amazing place and people. Pura vida!

Incredible, wild experience I would recommend to anyone with a strong sense of adventure. Rainforest glamping with a gorgeous pristine beach 10 mins away. Morning breathwork with Shlomo is included. Hannah, Gabriela, and Shlomo were usually available and helpful. Communal cooking, horseback riding, and surfing were more than I’d hoped for. Vibe was unique and authentic. One note is to arrive before sunset. Dirt roads are without street lamps and everything looked the same upon first glance- staff goes to sleep early and given the remoteness you don’t want to rely upon the kindness of strangers. 💗

It is a really special place in many ways. The microclimate, the ambiance, the yoga, casitas, and dogs. Everything mixes perfectly together. Microclimat is different from what you normally experience being close to the water. The place is sunked into the rainforest, making it shady and comfortable even during a midday. You may even want to dress up over early morning!

We had a great stay! You really get a taste for being with wildlife and the cabin is very beautiful. Close by to beaches and Nosara! Wish we could’ve stayed longer.