Affordable Yoga Retreats in Spain’s Best Destinations
June 24, 2023
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Diverse, vibrant and historical, Spain features some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Over 5,000 Kilometers (3,100 miles) of gorgeous beaches, with nice weather all year round, are home to some of the best yoga retreats.
Spain is the second most visited country in Europe and is constantly listed among the top 3 yoga destinations. From sandy beaches to sophisticated cities, medieval country houses and paradisiacal islands, you can find almost any kind of vacation here. And the best part is that you don’t have to break the bank as there are tons of affordable yoga retreats in Spain throughout the entire year.
Spain’s cultural heritage is vast; renowned artists like Antoni Gaudí, Pablo Picasso, Juan Miró and Salvador Dalí, to mention a few, are all from Spain. The Spanish cuisine is delicious –there’s nothing quite like tapas or paella with a glass of the nicest wine on Earth–, and the folklore adds to the colorful atmosphere with flamenco and plenty of fiestas.
Going back to yoga, did you know that Spain was one of the first European countries to open its doors to this practice? People started doing it during the first half of the 20th century and, since then, it’s been a love story between the two of them. Although in the beginning it was reserved for intellectuals and hippies, today is a well-established form of physical and spiritual exercise.
According to a study by Instituto Sondea, 28.9% of the Spanish population practices or has practiced yoga at some time in their life and the main reason they did it was to reduce stress. More than 90% of the current practitioners say they feel better since they started doing yoga.
There’s no doubt that Spain is a great place to go on a yoga vacation! So, without further ado here are five yoga retreats in Spain that are a real bargain:
Experience the Benefits of Yoga in Las Palmas
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- Cost per day: from €56
- Duration: 8 Days
- Location: Las Palmas
- Instruction language: English
Explore, learn and discover the benefits of yoga in Las Palmas, the capital of Gran Canaria. This destination has a lot of variety to offer, from picturesque and historic neighborhoods to famous beaches, cultural activities and vintage shops. The retreat takes place in Playa de Las Canteras, which is considered to be one of the best urban beaches in Europe.
Here, you’ll start your day with a 75-minute yoga session, followed by plenty of free time that you can use doing extra activities such as surfing, getting a massage, or joining a workshop. The retreat includes an exciting day trip through the volcanic landscapes of Gran Canaria.
Las Canteras Beach is ideal for long barefoot walks and its marine life is exuberant, making it a top snorkeling spot. At sunset, its beachfront bars, cafés and restaurants become busy and the atmosphere feels like a party. Here, you can even enjoy live concerts on the beach!
Rural Meditation and Yoga Retreat
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- Cost per day: from €53
- Duration: 3 Days
- Location: Fonollosa, Catalonia
- Instruction language: Spanish
Experience complete rest and relaxation in the beautiful Spanish countryside near Barcelona. You’ll stay in a medieval country house, whose origins date back almost 1,000 years. It was recently renovated to add completely modern amenities to the rustic feeling.
During this yoga retreat, you’ll learn breathing, relaxation and meditation techniques. There’s daily yoga practice, delicious vegetarian and vegan meals every day and unlimited access to teas and infusions.
You’ll have plenty of free time to engage in optional activities (some of them at an extra cost), like hiking, Reiki, spa treatments, cooking workshops or just practicing Karma Yoga, with a philosophy that consists of doing totally disinterested services.
READ MORE: The ultimate guide to Spain’s best yoga destinations.
Experience a laid-back lifestyle in Spain
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- Cost per day: from €60
- Duration: 7 Days
- Location: Lanzarote, Canary Islands
- Instruction language: English
This retreat is located in Chinijo Archipelago, a breathtaking natural reserve on the north shore of Lanzarote. Since it combines yoga classes with surf sessions and meditation exercises, it is perfect for surfers. At the end of your stay, you will receive a certificate of level attained by the Canary Islands Surf Association.
Additionally, if you want to take a break from the mat and the surfboard, you can also do some snorkeling and explore the incredible diversity of the island’s marine life, hike around the volcanoes, or ride a bike in the mountain.
Urban Yoga Retreat in Barcelona
- Cost per day: from €96
- Duration: 6 Days
- Location: Barcelona
- Instruction language: English
Taking place in Barcelona, this retreat is fantastic if you want to be in the heart of a buzzing city.
The venue is a beautiful modernistic house in the heart of Barcelona, just minutes away from famous landmarks such as Las Ramblas and La Boqueria food market. Located on a nice, quiet street, you’ll also be just steps away from the beach.
The retreat includes daily morning yoga sessions, daily sunset yoga classes (on the rooftop when weather permits it!), and a healthy menu with vegetarian brunch. You’ll also have plenty of free time (the entire afternoon, daily) to explore the surroundings.
READ MORE: Affordable yoga retreats in Europe that won’t break the bank.
Beginner's Yoga and Surf Holiday
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- Cost per day: from €48
- Duration: 8 Days
- Location: Caleta de Famara, Lanzarote
- Instruction language: English
Famous for its volcanic landscape and palm-fringed beaches, Lanzarote is known as the "European Hawaii". The island is all about being active and enjoying nature, which makes it a perfect place to combine your yoga practice with surf.
During this retreat, you’ll be staying at a surf house, located only 100 meters (330 feet) away from the beach, in the Natural Reserve of Famara. This beach is one of the most famous spots for surfing in Lanzarote since it gets frequent waves for all levels of surfers.
The program includes two yoga sessions, five days of surf lessons, use of the surfing equipment, pictures of your surfing experience, picnic lunches at the beach, seven nights’ accommodation and all beach transfers.
If you want to upgrade your vacation, there are also lots of luxury yoga retreats in Spain for a pampering experience!