Waterfall Villas offers yoga, detox juice cleanses, spa, and spiritual retreats, in a private waterfall setting in Costa Rica, famous for vegan cuisine.

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6 Day Juice Detox Retreat with Yoga Sessions near Dominical, Puntarenas

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    21 Day Total Renewal - Wellness Retreat with Yoga & Detox Cleanse

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      7 Day Raw Foods, Detox, and Yoga Retreat in Dominical

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        8 Day Juice Detox Retreat with Yoga near Dominical, Puntarenas

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          Monica Augustine

          Reviews (28)

          Lisa Diec

          from Canada, December 2023

          "A real Costa Rica experience"

          The facilities are amazing, located in the middle of the jungle with an amazing lookout point. It is also nicely situated beside a stream that leads to the most amazing waterfalls. Monica has recently taken over, she and her staff are amazing and very accommodating.

          Anna Ciechanowicz

          from United Kingdom, October 2023

          "Waterfall Villas Wellness Retreat, excellent place for feel "

          If you looking for peaceful places where you want to relax in amazing environment of nature. This must be the place.

          Absolutely beautiful jungle around with many birds and butterflies! Only few minutes drive to fantastic Nauyaca Waterfall Nature Park, 30 min drive to most beautiful

          Hermosa beach! And 15 min drive to Dominical !

          Fateh is very warm and helpful person, with great experience of hospitality, Fateh's vegan and raw vegan recipes prepared by Maria were delicious 😋

          I had absolutely great time there and would be back in the future very willingly.

          Dashawn Dingle

          from United States, March 2023

          "An amazing experience...loved every minute"

          Everything from the atmosphere to the food was centered around healing. The onsite waterfall was amazing for swimming or quietly reading and practicing yoga next to it. Fateh catered to every desire. She meticulously planned each day and kept me on schedule. I would return in a heartbeat. I got the much-needed healing I was seeking. I hope others can do the same.

          Colleen Rennie

          from Canada, March 2023

          "A little slice of healing heaven "

          Waterfall Villas was nothing short of a magical experience. As a single woman who was looking to heal pieces of my heart away from home, I always felt safe and cared for. Fateh has a wealth of experience and knowledge, which makes every experience feel authentic. Anything I needed or wanted to do, she made happen. I’m so thankful for the time and energy she puts into the WFV, her food, her helpful staff and everyday interactions.

          This IS for the individual, couple or group looking to unwind in nature in the presence of a natural waterfall and the floral fragrance that is Costa Rican air. This is for the person(s) looking to disconnect and reconnect to themselves. I didn’t have a set schedule or routine, but was the point; to tune in and listen to what my heart and body wanted to do, not what someone else told me to do. I relearned how to listen to my own heart, which felt empowering. I have always felt stifled by retreats that just try to occupy the mind with activity after activity or appointment after appointment.

          Let yourself break free. Journal. Get still. Listen to the ocean. Let your inner child roam free.

          Every morning Fateh hosted a yoga class with thought provoking knowledge that allowed you to consider its personal resonance throughout the day(s). I would journal every night with nothing but the rainforest as my background noise.

          Anthea Downes

          from United Kingdom, March 2023

          "Paradise"

          Loved the morning yogas. We had a different style everyday. Fateh was very insightful in her yoga classes with great information on living better. I managed juicing for 4 days and loved it. I was expecting to be very hungry but they gave me a freshly made green juice every 2 hours which reset my metabolism. Kimberley and Anthony were amazing in the kitchen and really welcoming. There are amazing walking trails to different parts of the waterfall. Waterfall villas is a beautiful natural place with amazing staff.

          Jenny Lona

          from United States, March 2023

          "Beautiful getaway!"

          If you’re looking for an escape in nature; this is your place. The birds, animals and cicadas will give you the perfect background noise. There is plenty of time and space to spend alone staring at the sky and the jungle. The food is delicious. I did a three day detox cleanse and then ate the vegan meals after. Fateh checked in on me everyday to see how I was feeling. She also organized all of my drivers to and from the airport. I felt safe and well taken care of on my trip. The drivers were always kind and excited to show me and teach me about Costa Rica. The locals LOVE their country and are proud of it, as they should be. I also enjoyed meeting some of the other solo women travelers and went out on some excursions with them. The local Dominical beach is a must!

          Rakesh Bajpai

          from United Kingdom, February 2023

          "Vegan and bespoked cookery course. "

          I really enjoyed spending time at the Waterfalls resort. Fateh and her team (Kennerd and Kenia) were great people to meet and work with. i had a particular interest in learning more about vegan food and deserts (as I eat neither) and I did pick up some fantastic ideas. The language barrier meant that I could have had more actual involvement and some of the fish cookery was quite basic but I still picked up some great tips.

          It was a wonderful environment for me and my hosts were very accommodating. I highly recommend it.

          I should also say that it was a course where I was able to ask if we could add a day of seafood and fish in as I was 1-1 with the chefs. I am sure that would not be as possible to do anywhere else and it was very flexible of Fateh and her chef to allow that.

          Rita Berman

          from United States, December 2022

          "A hidden paradise in Quepos "

          Just the place alone is beautiful surrounded by beauty, nature and nice waterfalls … I was living my dream.. this place is for relax , to disconnect from distraction , meditate and yoga too. The instructor is really good in kundalini 🧘‍♀️ yoga and the food was amazing vegan but in my case I requested fish and the Chef Kenner was amazing .. the food was fresh and tasty and fresh juice! I really needed this vacation :) I did a shamanic energy healing with Somaji it was an amazing experience .. I really felt like reborn after 4 hrs of energy healing and more happy, more be in the present , and light !She will contact with the healer Somaji! If you need a reset at spiritual, emotional, physical level this is the pace to come and you will leave like a new person ! I will be back later because there are so many things to do and explore but I didn’t have time ! I will be back :)

          Kristiana Knowles

          from United States, September 2022

          "Experience of a Lifetime "

          I just took my first trip by myself to Costa Rica. Life has thrown me some challenges the past couple of years and I needed a restart. I needed to find myself again and heal and get rid of the toxins I was putting in my body on a daily basis. I am not a drug user; my addictions were wine in the evening and junk food. I have always lived a healthy lifestyle until the past couple of years. I knew it was time to get back to myself so I began my search… I looked at several places, but the beauty of Waterfall Villas really grabbed my attention. I contacted Fateh to see if she had any availability during the dates I was looking for. Fateh responded within 24 hours and I ended up making my deposit. She arranged everything for me. Sent me pictures of my driver (Luiz which made me feel extremely safe). I was promptly picked up at the airport and arrived at the Villas 3 hours later. I am not a Vegan, but I had my last vegan meal (which was great) and went to bed. The next day was the start of my 3 day juice cleanse. I have never done a juice cleanse before like this and had no clue what to expect. The juice was made fresh every day. Hands down, the best staff I have ever had at anywhere. Kenner is Perfecto!!!

          Please note that there is no AC in some places and it’s their culture and they love it! There is no TV and Wi-Fi is limited to Dominical Beach and if you can’t appreciate this, then this place isn’t for you. The food is one of a kind and delicious.

          Macci Villarreal-carreon

          from United States, May 2022

          "AN AMAZING WEEK IN THE JUNGLE OF COSTA RICA"

          Last minute trip to Costa Rica and Fateh was super accommodating as we arranged everything late the evening before I left. I didn’t know exactly what to do spect but I was not the least disappointed. The attention, response and accommodations were top notch. The room was super comfy and had everything I needed for the week.

          So let’s talk about the yoga and food, it was more of a spiritual cleansing of heavy feelings in my life and a new found appreciation of my place here in the universe. Daily yoga sessions were very one on one because I was the only one there this week for that specific retreat so it was customized to me.

          The food was absolutely not what I expected. Kenner, the chef, has a magic hand with vegan food. The variety of food that was served along with a special spices/flavors that he added were beyond delicious. Healthy, flavorful, clean food contributed to an experience that was very much needed.

          Anonymous

          from United States, November 2021

          "Disgusting unprofessional fake yogi money grabbet "

          Xenia the cook was absolutely incredible! Without her there would be no business. I was in tears daily for investing an exorbitant amount of money to be so scammed but Xenia's smile kept me going! The program was complete smoke and mirrors! Anyone can loose weight on celery and water for 10 days. Unhealthy environment- mold everywhere! Rats in the kitchen, bats under all eves pooping all over so you can’t enjoy your balcony. There’s no fitness component. Fateh is a phony plastic healer that left me in bruises. Her partner Gustavo jeopardized our lives with his radical driving that Fateh pushes you to take his rip off priced tours and transportation. Schedules change to fit her needs. After 2 days I had asked to forfeit my week but to be refunded for the following 2 weeks. Her comment was “that’s not going to happen”. Absolutely the worst spa and health retreat experience in my life! My two dogs are treated better! The lies and condescending tone are nothing like I’ve ever experienced in the hospitality industry. Blood and holes on the sheets and mattress pad, bugs all over hatching and leaving piles of dust everywhere as they eat this poorly rundown place away. No wonder it’s been for sale for ten years! The photo of the waterfalls is way down river. No WiFi. Super load with trucks gearing up and down the hill above. She treats her chef like slaves, working from 7am to 7:30pm 7 days a week with no days off broke many guests hearts. Excuses and no accountability 😡😪💔

          Christa Boudreau

          from United States, July 2021

          "Go for the inner healing"

          I loved the environment, the waterfalls, the hikes, all the inner work that happens in a space like that. I loved the treatments I received from Jafett and the service provided by Xenia, fabulous cook! I enjoyed the yoga on the mornings it was available, as well.

          Nicole Denker

          from Germany, April 2021

          "14 Tage Auszeit "

          Fatehs super netter Kontakservice ist super! Über WhatsApp konnte ich vor der Anreise Fragen stellen oder sie hat etwas geschrieben. Der Küchen Service von Xenia, sie hat alles richtig gut gemacht und ist auch glücklich, wenn sie ein tolles veganes Essen zaubern kann.

          Veganer und Rohköstler können hier Schlemmern. Die Ernährung nach Medical Medium ist erweiterungsfähig und nicht so ganz optimal. Es fehlten mir die richtigen Säfte, die durch einen Entsafter gepresst werden. Anstelle dessen wird alles gemixt, mit Wasser verdünnt und dann gefiltert. Wer diese Ernährungsform noch nicht kennt und aus dem „normalen“ Essverhalten kommt, wird hier glücklich sein.

          Fateh bietet Kundalini Yoga an, welches mir sehr gut gefallen hat, wenn sie es angeboten hat. Da hätte ich mir mehr Regelmäßigkeit von Fateh gewünscht.

          Fateh bietet den Taxi-und Guide Service von ihrem Freund an. Das ist ein toller Service. Gustavo ist sehr nett und auch ein toller Guide. Was ein Minuspunkt ist: Das ist unverschämt teuer! Für eine Hinfahrt nach Dominical (ca. 7 km) bezahlt man 10$. Zurück dann noch mal 10$.

          Und zu beachten: Es gibt hier kein WLAN. Fateh ist mit mir in die Stadt gefahren und hat mir geholfen eine Prepaid Karte zu bekommen. Die Internetverbindung ist da oben nicht so gut, so dass das streamen nicht funktionierte.

          Wer auch hier digital Detox machen möchte, ist hier dann auch gut aufgestellt.

          Die Zimmer sind toll und großzügig mit Bad und Balkon und es ist insgesamt gut gepflegt.

          Gian Luca Giannoni

          from Italy, December 2019

          "A deep experience in my soul"

          The energy of the location, the food, the experience of the teacher, the staff very lovely

          Anna Mikulitskaya

          from Italy, December 2019

          "Scores 20 out of 10!"

          Costa Rica is not the country that generally comes on top of the list for many as a yoga retreat destination. Yet, the country has everything to offer for a peaceful and mindful stay - like would Bali, Kerala, Chiang Mai or Koh Samui have! And for Europeans flying west to Costa Rica is just as far as flying east to South East Asia, with abundance of available flights.

          Waterfall Villas... In short: Michelin-star food, middle-of-jungle location with a private waterfall, yoga classes with deep discussions, privacy of stay (in feng shui-designed property) and exclusivity of service, attention to any detail and request - and Fateh, the resort owner, an absolutely unique, deep personality!

          Many are used to think of yoga retreats as ascetic places. This place is highly ESTHETIC stay, high-end restaurant - and on top also a yoga and healthy lifestyle retreat!

          Highly recommended!!!

          Goze Ozdemir

          from Aruba, November 2019

          "an oasis of serenity "

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          The location of this place is simply mesmerizing! the facility is so beautiful and peaceful like a hidden oasis in the rain forest. Rooms are looking over the waterfalls and you sleep with the sound of the water. There is no other noise around. There is also no Wifi and no TV.

          The staff is very friendly and nice. I was juicing but the food served looked so yummy. Juices are from fresh organic fruits and vegetables. Fateh was very attentive and helpful also organizing trips around. Her kundalini yoga classes are not to be missed.

          Diane Clare

          from Canada, November 2019

          For the most part it was just ok. Fateh, was absent most of our time there which was odd as most of our requests fell on deaf ears. We had an extremely difficult time communicating with the staff and many of the program amenities which are listed on this website were not provided. This place is beautiful but it is lacking in hospitality. The owner has this property listed for sale so at this point are stay felt like a cash grab. Owner even asked us to bring her maple syrup from Canada then acted offended when we expected her to cover the cost. Guess she forgot that we are the guests. Just a word of advice maybe the hospitality industry is not your thing

          Anonymous

          from United States, September 2019

          The food

          Colleen O'rourke

          from United States, September 2019

          "Wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful! Transformative Relaxation"

          The location is as beautiful as the pictures, the suite was lovely and bigger than I expected, the spa treatments were professional and transformative, the food--OMG--the food was incredible! I went for a 21 day detox and was supported and held from the moment I arrived until I left. Fateh arranged everything for me, and made adjustments on the fly for my whims. The food is incredible, this is the longest I have gone vegan and her wonderful chefs and recipes made it so easy. The staff was so helpful while I was on the juice fast, making sure I always had the next juice on schedule. The staff is also so incredibly nice, even the night guards who jump to the rescue for a small spider, I felt like family by the time I left. Fateh's contacts are great, she always provided the best tour guides. I found that the experience was exactly what is portrayed in the description and in the photos, and I loved every day here.

          Gemma Harding

          from United States, August 2019

          "Paradise of Zen"

          I booked this trip as a place to go and relax for a week and it completely exceeded my expectations - not only the retreat but also costa rica. The food was absolutely amazing and very tailored to our individual needs. The chefs were absolutely lovely ladies and always have a smile on their face and remind you to drink your juice and will even bring them to your room (if you choose to juice fast). The guards were also lovely as they had a few laughs and jokes with us about our fear of bugs and happy to come to your room at whatever hour to remove them if needed.

          Fateh is very accommodating, very laid back and very insightful. I took away an abundance of good energy and ideas from my chats with fateh. Before this retreat, i had never thought deep about the spiritual side of yoga but this place has changed my tune.

          The nearby waterfall is fun to relax in. I came home feel very relaxed and healthy.

          Perfect spot to escape corporate america and relax.

          Anonymous

          from Canada, May 2019

          "Juice cleanse, meditation, yoga, me time and weight loss!"

          There was so much I wanted from this vacation and I was not disappointed.

          I wanted to give my body a break from toxic foods, the craziness of everyday life and I wanted to re-connect with myself.

          I selected the Waterfall Villas Wellness Retreat in Costa Rica because it offered a full 7-day juice cleanse, morning yoga classes with meditation, and a therapeutic massage with pure essential oils.

          The fresh juice was delicious, and I came to crave it when hunger hit! Being away from junk food and temptations was the best thing I could have ever done.

          Fateh (owner & yoga teacher) is beautiful inside and out and had a way of connecting with me during and after my yoga sessions. She was extremely thoughtful, caring and truly wanted to make sure I had a safe, relaxing and spiritual time at her retreat.

          After 7 days I felt rested, healthy and rejuvenated. When I got home I weighed myself and I had lost 7 pounds - 2 inches off my waist, 1.5 inches off my hips and 1 inch off my thighs. My jeans fit again :)

          Overall, it was a beautiful trip and I would recommend it to others.

          Thank you so much Fateh and team! xo

          Anonymous

          from Brazil, March 2019

          "Un sítio para relajar"

          Los empleados del hotel son muy atenciosos y gentis. La comida és muy buena. Gracias a Xenia y a todos.

          Anonymous

          from Canada, November 2018

          "Yoga Retreat Juice Cleanse "

          We were told the roads would be difficult terrain - they were not. Perfectly paved and lit, the trip from Manuel Antonio to Cascadas was a breeze. It was a bit difficult in the dark to find the entrance to the retreat, but it is doable.

          We were fed a nice vegan meal upon arrival and began juicing the next morning. The security guard would give me cocunuts when I asked him too, and the cleaning staff was excellent as well as the kitchen staff.

          Upon arrival, we were greeted by Tony, Fateh's assisted. We were not advised he would be taking care of us, but he was very attentive and helpful. He has sent me a tremendous amount of literature on spirital items as well as healthy recipes to continue to eat well.

          Connie Serra

          from United States, November 2018

          "Outstanding"

          Fateh and her staff were attentive & thoughtful with amazing attention to detail. The vegan cuisine was out of this world! Watching Fateh in the kitchen was a lot of fun! She made sure to find out exactly what I wanted to get out of the cooking class and catered her teaching to the things that were important to me. I have already incorporated my new knowledge in my kitchen and my family loves! The setting (Cascade Waterfall Villa) was breathtaking, rooms were comfortable, serene environment, excellent setting for doing yoga and/or meditation. No wifi, but that was ok with me! Make sure to fit in a trip to Hacienda Baru or Nauyaca Waterfalls and/or other local fun adventures, all very close by!

          Neatoo Ramawad

          from Canada, May 2017

          "Amazing Rejuvenating Yoga Retreat at Waterfall Villas"

          The Owner Fateh was so helpful when I was planning my trip and the through my entire stay. The food was amazing and so nourishing in. The location is a place of magic and we did yoga most mornings which felt really good.

          Leah Liddell

          from United States, April 2017

          "An amazing experience!"

          The rainforest and waterfall sounds, peace and tranquility, learning so much from Fateh, the food, my villa, the staff, I was treated like a queen and felt so special!! Fateh has knowledge and connections that are limitless, so grateful for the whole life changing experience ❤️❤️