South/Central America—Wellness Destination Resorts
South/Central America
Brazil
Kurotel Longevity
Medical Center & Spa
A complete package of wellness, the Kurotel has many programs to suit all guests. Weight loss, health longevity, fitness and spa are some of the choices on the menu for all interested parties. Located in Brazil, it is a destination for wellness. kurotel.com.br
Unique Garden
Set about 33 miles from the sprawling city of
Sao Paulo, this eco-haven started as a retreat for blind children and their families—and now offers healing and respite for all. The Wellness Programs are divided into Fit, Relax or Detox, and each is a comprehensive wellness journey. uniquegarden.com.br
Costa Rica
Pura Vida Retreat & Spa
Part of Healing Hotels of the World, Pura Vida is a mountaintop resort located along the provinces of Costa Rica. Enjoy the wellness experience with an inner explanation through yoga or explore with an eco-adventure on location. puravidaspa.com
The Retreat Costa Rica
The Retreat Costa Rica houses the 7,500-square- foot Vida Mia Healing Center and Spa. Along with a comprehensive wellness program, the property now has added a naturopath, acupuncturist and Ayurvedic expert to the staff, along with crystal healing therapies, detox and energy balancing rituals, and more. theretreatcostarica.com
South/Central America—Resorts With Wellness Program
Belize
Chaa Creek
With its proximity to a 400-acre nature reserve in Belize, Chaa Creek ensures a wide range of activities that connect guests to nature: bird watching, medicine trail walks, butterfly farms, canoeing, an organic farm and more. And, the commitment to sustainable tourism is supported by an ongoing donation that goes directly into environmental and community projects under the Chaa Creek Cares initiative. chaacreek.com
Naia Resort & Spa
Across 19 acres in Belize that include a tranquil forest and lily-covered lagoon, Naia is a sanctuary of self-care. The spa features five over water treatment suites, a private island suite, yoga and movement studio and a host of experiences designed to help you slow down and relax. naiaresortandspa.com
Costa Rica
Cielo Lodge
Spread over 380 mountain acres in Costa Rica, this intimate eco-lodge relies on solar and micro-hydro power, and has partnered with several environmental and wildlife NGOs and a governmental rainforest protection program. The connection to local farms and indigenous communities is strong, and guests enjoy rainforest walks, detox hikes, whale watching and surfing, along with holistic treatments. altagracia.aubergeresorts.com
Hotel Buena Vista
Offering limited amenities for the foreseeable future: A relaxed mountainside retreat in Costa Rica, surrounded by coffee plantations, with accommodations that range from eco-chic tents to suites. With ziplining, lush gardens and a spa with yoga, Hotel Buena Vista is a place to relax in Costa Rica. hotelbuenavistacr.com
Nayara Springs
Secluded in the Arenal Volcano National Park, this Costa Rica resort is immersed in the lush vegetation of Costa Rica’s rainforest with a nearby creek, underground thermal springs and the world’s highest concentration of tropical plants and wildlife. Enjoy yoga sessions while surrounded by nature, take guided tours of the breathtaking surroundings, or relax with a nature-inspired spa treatment. nayarasprings.com
ORIGINS
Built in harmony with its surroundings, this mountainside estate is dedicated to providing holistic healing and well-being inspired by ancient wisdom. Opt for the multiday wellness experience, which features a mix of yoga, mindfulness sessions, sound therapy, Ayurvedic treatments and healthy cuisine from a Michelin-starred chef, among other activities. originslodge.com
Harmony Nosara
A boutique resort in Costa Rica, the Harmony Nosara offers a sustainable retreat with products inspired by the local culture. Open-air yoga studios and treatment rooms maximize the experience with nature and the outdoors. harmonynosara.com
Hacienda AltaGracia
Surrounded by untainted natural beauty and nestled among the rolling hills and lush mountaintops of Perez Zeledon in Costa Rica, experience river rafting, hikes through private rainforest and fitness retreats and wellness treatments inspired by the healing traditions of the region. altagracia.aubergeresorts.com
El Silencio Lodge & Spa
Biodiversity, sustainability, environmental stewardship and wellness are all taken very seriously at this beautiful property in Costa Rica. Spa treatments are infused with the peaceful energy of the cloud forest. elsilenciolodge.com
Kasiiya Papagayo
Swahili for “find your pace,” this serene eco-lodge in Costa Rica on 123 acres has spa treatments developed by an in-house healer, which incorporate local oils, muds and volcanic stones. The rustic tent-style suites feature outdoor showers, and meals are made with fresh ingredients from local farms. kasiiya.com
Kura Boutique Hotel
Biodiversity, sustainability, environmental stewardship and wellness are all taken very seriously at this beautiful property in Costa Rica. Spa treatments are infused with the peaceful energy of the cloud forest. elsilenciolodge.com
Ecuador
Pikaia Lodge
Pikaia Lodge, a sleek Relais & Chateaux, sits on the rim of an extinct volcano on a lesser-traveled part of the Galapagos. It offers land-based programs, with sightings of giant tortoise and iguana—and sustainability, social responsibility and a way of experiencing wellness through eco-tourism and authentic shamanic treatments. pikaialodge.com
Guatemala
Las Lagunas Hotel
Perched in the midst of the Guatemalan jungle, the Las Lagunas Spa features a range of wellness treatments that end with a cup of calming allspice tea made with leaves plucked from around the property. A serene pool includes a water treadmill, better for serious swimming than the gorgeous infinity pool, which opens to the lagoon that is the centerpiece of Las Lagunas. laslagunashotel.com
Nicaragua
Mukul Resort
Located in Nicaragua, this resort offers several wellness retreats led by yoga and wellness experts. Relax at the spa, which includes six experiences housed in six individual, private spa suites, each equally harnessing a different ancient healing tradition, using local Nicaraguan ingredients. mukulresort.com
Peru
Inkaterra
The first boutique hotel in Cusco, Peru, Inkaterra La Casona features a full wellness experience. Treatments include reflexology and de-stress massage, which include 100 percent natural and local botanicals. inkaterra.com
South/Central America—Thermal & Mineral Springs & Healing Waters
Costa Rica
Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
Nestled in the heart of Costa Rican rainforest in a mystical setting at the base of the Arenal Volcano, is a tropical destination combining adventure with relaxing and steaming hot springs. Explore Costa Rica’s largest network of volcano heated, naturally flowing hot springs, and experience wellness treatments in outdoor bungalows next to the soothing sounds of gently rushing streams and local wildlife. tabacon.com