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Hacienda Del Sol is NOT a medical facility. We do NOT have medically trained staff, and we do NOT give medical advice. All participants are responsible to get clearance from their doctor before participating in any of our programs. Furthermore, Hacienda Del Sol is 3 hours from the closest hospital and 45 minutes from the closest clinic, therefore participants with health conditions that require fast access to health care should take that into consideration before making a reservation.
We invite you to review our Terms and Conditions page for the full details.
Local government doctors and a private physician are available in Nosara (approximately nine miles away).
Yes, you do need to be mobile, as we are not wheelchair accessible.
We adhere to strict and stringent COVID 19 health and safety protocols. To learn more please visit our Health and Safety page.
Because Hacienda Del Sol is not a medical facility and does not have medical staff, you must get clearance from your doctor to participate in our juice cleanse program.
Furthermore, for your own safety, due to the changes in gut absorption, you cannot participate in a liver flush if you are taking certain medications. For more information please contact us before you complete your booking.
We are passionate about the safe and eco-friendly care of our resort and land. All of our cleaning products are unscented and biodegradable. They use grapefruit seed extract as the chief antibacterial agent and are ISO 14001 certified.
We also use natural, plant-based essential oils for safe air purification in occasional common spaces. >We clean our towels without chlorine and our toilet and tissue paper is unscented. Our amenities are also biodegradable and scented with only essential oils.
Much of our produce comes from our own garden, and, where we need to source elsewhere, it is organic whenever possible and purchased from farmers markets.
That said, while we use eco- and human-friendly products – and adhere to strict cleaning standards, the ever-changing nature of the jungle may bring environmental variables based on the season – or even the day – that we cannot guarantee. We invite you to consider this if you are especially sensitive or allergic to airborne elements.
Hacienda Del Sol is located 14 Km up the coast from Nosara, on the Guanacaste Peninsula of Costa Rica. This area of Costa Rica is one of the last remaining areas that is only accessible via dirt roads which is one of the many things that makes it so charming. Being 14 km outside of the busy touristy area of Nosara makes our retreat center the most magical place to reset and rejuvenate. There are no temptations, no noise, and no crowds. While you are in our immersive jungle retreat you will only hear the sounds of the jungle, monkeys passing through, and crickets in the night.
If you do want to plan a day trip to experience the famous landmark of Nosara we are happy to arrange an excursion.
Here is the pin of our exact location.
There are only two international airports in Costa Rica. San Jose which is a 6 hour drive to Hacienda Del Sol and Liberia (LIR) which is a 2 hours drive to Hacienda Del Sol.
The most common airport for guests to fly into is Liberia (LIR).
Alternatively, you can fly into Nosara (NOB) via San Jose (SJO). Nosara is about a 40 minute drive to Hacienda Del Sol.
When planning travel, we recommend arriving at Hacienda Del Sol between 7am and 7pm, if at all possible, to receive our full-service welcome. Your room is guaranteed ready by our check-in time by 3pm and you are welcome to use our amenities until your room is ready.
If your arrival will be much after 7pm, we recommend looking into staying a night at a hotel in Liberia and then taking a shuttle to us the next day. This tends to feel like a more peaceful arrival for most guests.
The Hilton Garden Inn is basic, comfortable, and convenient to the airport.
You are welcome to arrive to Hacienda Del Sol however you wish.
If you would like to work with our preferred shuttle partner, Black Car Travel Services, we have an HDS negotiated rate of $160 one-way from Liberia airport (13% Costa Rican sales tax already included).
You can choose to pay them in cash upon arrival or via credit card when booking. They also offer negotiated rate services from San Jose ($320) and Nosara ($60), or any hotel or other pick-up point of your choice.
We do not receive commissions for this referral; we simply offer them to you as a courtesy as we trust their service and have worked with them for a long time.
Here is the link to book your transport with them directly. Use promo code: HDS.
Please be sure to read their FAQ and their Cancellation Policy before booking, as we cannot be held responsible for any shuttle reservations.
If it is less than two days prior to your arrival, please WhatsApp them at the number listed on their website to schedule and ensure you receive a reservation confirmation message from them prior to your departure.
There is no need to rent a car because once you’re here there is no need for a vehicle, unless you want to tour the local area without paying taxi fees. In Costa Rica, all rental car companies are required to charge you for liability insurance, no matter which credit card company you booked it with (credit card provided auto-liability rental insurance is not accepted). We recommend saving your money that you would normally have spent on a rental vehicle and putting it toward massages for far more therapeutic benefits!.
At Hacienda Del Sol, and in the Guanacaste area in general, expect warm, lush, breezy days, with highs of 82 – 92 degrees and lows 75 – 85. Because of afternoon clouds, August through November are cooler months, with highs in the 70s. Temperatures during January through April are in the mid-80’s to low-90’s.
Although Costa Rica is considered to have a stable climate, it is important to note that different temperature and weather conditions may be experienced within the same day, or within short distances, due mostly to the rugged terrain of this mountainous country. There are two well defined seasons: the rainy/green season (invierno), and the dry/summer season (verano), with one main difference between them: rainfall averages. The dry season runs from December to April, and the green season from May to November. Rainfall averages for the country may reach the highest point during the months of September and October — approximately 25 inches per month.
We are a family run wellness resort that has been healing our guests for close to thirty years. Our heritage runs deep.
Originally constructed in 1995 as open-air bungalows, Hacienda del Sol began as a world-renowned massage school – founded by Menlha Bruneau – specializing in our signature massage technique.
In 2012, Menlha mindfully transitioned Hacienda del Sol to her daughter and son-in-law, Crystal and Ramiro Gallardo. Our accommodations have since undergone three lovely remodels, with the latest one being completed in 2022.
Devoted stewards of the land upon which Hacienda resides, Ramiro and Crystal renovated Hacienda Del Sol with thoughtful upgrades and brought in innovative new healing programs – yet have always kept and honored the intimate boutique feel of Hacienda and the original healing essence of what Menlha wanted to create. We are a nature-immersive resort that honors the land with ‘nothing extra’.
A true family business, Crystal and Ramiro are dedicated to cultivating and deepening the energy in Hacienda Del Sol that it’s always been known for: the welcoming feeling of coming home to your infinite light within.
We are a small resort with only 12 bunglows.
We have designed our resort so that you may create privacy and distance for yourself if that is your desire. If you prefer more privacy, you are always welcome to take your meals in your bungalow or away from the dining hall in any of our other covered lounge areas.
We do also find that for many of our guests, a highlight of their stay is connecting with other guests (as well as our welcoming and knowledgeable staff), though we cannot guarantee occupancy rates one way or the other.
We invite you to take our ‘Which Wellness Retreat Do You Need‘ quiz. Alternatively, we recommend selecting the ‘‘Rejuvenation Retreat‘ as your base option and then adding on any desired wellness packs to create your custom stay. If you still aren’t sure, please shoot us a message with your intentions, preferences, and health goals, and we will be happy to offer you our recommendation.
You are welcome to stay for as long as you like! Our minimum stay is 3-nights but but our recommendation for benefit is 7-nights. Most people choose to stay for 3-weeks for complete restoration.
All of our retreats are ongoing and you are welcome to start and end any day of the week that you wish. The only exception is the Juice Cleanse Retreat, which doesn’t support arrivals on Mondays or Thursdays.
To preserve the value and integrity of our small and intimate resort, we rarely offer promotions or discounts. That said, in the rare occasion that we do, please note that any promotions or discounts offered are not combinable with any other offer.
If you would like to be added to our email list to be sure to stay abreast of any possible offers, please click the ‘chat with us’ menu option above and then click the ‘promotions’ radio button.
Alternatively, you may take our ‘Which Wellness Retreat Do You Need‘ Quiz, and you will be automatically added to our newsletter. You may unsubscribe at any time.
We offer a limited refund policy and a more generous date change policy. Please view our Terms and Conditions page for the full details.
Hacienda Del Sol offers 4 different types of all-inclusive, nutrient dense, and anti-inflammatory menus/meal plans: our main whole-food Primal menu with lots of vegan and keto options, our daily Farm-to-Table specials, our Ketogenic preset menu for strict carb restriction, and Juice Cleansing.
Note that the Juice Cleanse meal plan must be led by a facilitator in the curated program upgrade designed for this option.
*For those already on keto diets: If you eat strictly off the Primal Keto preset menu, you would be eating less than 25 grams of net carbs per day.
Our kitchen is open from 7am to 7pm and you are welcome to order anything you want off of the menus and daily specials – plus juices, smoothies, coconut water, and snacks – at whatever time you like within that time-frame.
Please visit our Culinary page for full details.
Yes, regular coffee is ready and available for you every morning.
We invite you to visit our Daily Schedule page to view our list of foundational classes.
For specific daily schedule enhancements, please visit the various retreat pages for their respective daily inclusions.
Regardless of the retreat program you choose, everyday will follow a cycle of:
In this way, we are consciously allowing the recalibration of your body’s natural biorhythms to optimize its inherent healing mechanisms. We invite you to visit Our Method page for more information on this intentional biorhythm approach.
Please note that our retreat schedule is designed for you to participate in as many or as few activities as you would like. Nothing is ‘required’.
We have intentionally built a lot of space in our schedule to allow for downtime, quiet, and integration, especially in the evenings.
During these times, we recommend you rest, make use of our hydrotherapy circuit, journal, lay in a hammock, or simply be with the best company in the world – yours.
Any of our group classes can be converted into a 60-minute private session for $120.
Due to the nature of our programs and the deep internal work we support, our minimum age requirement is 15 years old – and only when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
For health reasons, guests under the age of 18 are only permitted to participate in the Rejuvenation Retreat.
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Please note that with our continued focus on wellness innovation, our service menu options are subject to changes and updates. These enhancements will always be aligned with our signature wellness methodology.
Please note all service menu prices exclude the required 13% Costa Rican IVA tax which will be applied at check-out.
All offerings are subject to availability at the time of booking and due to practitioner schedules, we cannot guarantee availability. If you would like to confirm spa service availability before booking, please indicate this in the notes of your reservations request.
Services cannot be canceled or rescheduled within 24 hours of the appointment. A credit card on file is required in advance of booking as a guarantee.
Yes! Please visit our group booking page for details.
For general bookings: For security reasons we only accept PayPal and Credit Card via a secure link or over the phone. We do not accept direct deposits.
For resort buy-out bookings we accept wire bank transfers.
Onsite for spa treatments and shop items: We accept cash, Visa, and MasterCard.
Due to our small size of 12 bungalows, we have a very limited refund policy because we have to turn away other guests once you’ve secured your spot.
That said, when you get cancel-for-any-reason travel insurance, you would be covered in the event you have to cancel (but it’s important to check the policy directly to be sure of the nuances).
Keep in mind our date-change policy is more generous.
Please see our Terms & Conditions in the footer of this website for full details before booking.
Thank you for your understanding of this policy, which keeps Hacienda Del Sol viable and healthy, so we can sustainably provide you with optimal service!
Hacienda Del Sol is close to many beaches, but the closest is a white sand beach with calm water that’s perfect for snorkeling and swimming. The white sand beach is a five-minute taxi ride or 25-minute walk away.
Our remote location in the jungle, miles away from the noisier cities and tourist-driven areas, keeps our essence intact so that you can be yourself without distractions. The closest town is San Juanillo, a town of 200 people, which you can reach in five minutes by car. If you’re looking for more excitement, you can head to Nosara for a day trip. Nosara is a much larger town and is about a 30-minute ride away.
To promote the health and wellbeing of all our guests, we are an alcohol and drug-free retreat center.
All of our programs can be mixed and matched – you do not need to follow the same program.
All curated retreats are suggestions and can be personalized any way you wish.
For ease, we invite you to select from any of our Custom Retreats and add any desired Wellness Packs to fully complete your retreat experience.
For example, our guests often select our core Yoga Rejuvenation Retreat as a base option, and then customize with Wellness Pack add-ons from there.
Yes, the food and water at Hacienda Del Sol (and most spots in the area!) are completely safe.
Cold water is always available at the bar outside of the dining room and you may take the glasses to your room, and all of the water on our property – including in your bungalow – is filtered and safe to drink.
Glasses are also provided in your room, and water bottle are available for purchase in the gift shop subject to availability.
Please note that as an eco-friendly resort with a focus on sustainability, we intentionally do not offer disposable bottled water.
Yes, we have Fiber Optics installed in all bungalows and most common areas, with speed and stability ideal for working remotely and long term stays.
You can arrive any time to enjoy the amenities, however official room check-in is at 3pm. If you arrive early, we will let you know when your room is ready.
Our check-out time is 11am. However, if your flight is later, you are welcome to stay longer at the resort to enjoy the amenities before you leave, and we will keep your luggage for you at the front desk.
Yes! All bungalows also have ceiling fans.
Yes, leave your clothes with us in the early morning and you will have them back in the late afternoon. There is a charge.
Yes, showers in the bathrooms have hot water.
The temperature of the plunge pool is set to 7 degrees celsius (keep in mind this may naturally vary a bit day-to-day based on the air temperature).
Our sauna is a traditional sauna. It heats the air around you to a degree that your body kickstarts its natural cooling process. This means bringing blood closer to the surface of the skin and opening the pores to release sweat for detox.
Yes, there are laptop-sized safes in each bungalow. While it’s very secure here, we still encourage you to use them, as Hacienda Del Sol is not responsible for missing valuables.
No. We aim to provide a break free from television and the everyday routine.
Costa Rica has passed very strict non-smoking legislation. Smoking is prohibited in public places. Please be aware that you are not going to be able to smoke on our premises during your stay. Thank you for understanding.
As we have seamlessly integrated ourselves into the natural surroundings and coexist with the local wildlife, it is essential to remember that we are merely guests in this lush jungle. While we cannot guarantee sightings of every creature that inhabits the area, you are sure to encounter fascinating species during your stay. Along with the delightful and ‘cute’ animals, insects of various sizes may also be present. It is important to exercise tolerance for this diverse animal population to fully appreciate this remarkable environment.
If you see an insect or small critter in your space, they are likely just passing through peacefully. However, if you come across anything you’re uncomfortable with, please advise our front desk staff and we will have our maintenance crew remove it for you.
All tours are best arranged after you arrive. This will allow you time to make yourself comfortable, get familiar with our property and the surrounding areas, talk with our staff, and learn about other guests’ experiences. The schedules for all the tours depend on the availability of the various guides and companies providing them. We do not know more than a day or two in advance which tours will be available on a particular day or at a particular hour by the local community guides.
The various beaches we take you to include San Juanillo Fisherman’s Beach, Marbella, Ostional, Venus Beach, and Pitahaya. The drive varies between 5 minutes and 20 minutes depending on the beach. The return shuttle after sunset is also included as part of your stay.
We encourage you to explore the beaches. Let nature in, and recalibrate and nourish your system. Swim in the ocean and completely clear out any energies stuck in your body. Being in the ocean is one of the most powerful ways to rejuvenate your whole nervous system.
Outside of the daily beach shuttle, you can walk to the closest beach in about 20 to 30 minutes, or we are happy to arrange a shuttle for you. It is $10 USD each way paid directly to the driver.
The jungle hike to the beach guides you on a scenic route to Venus beach. The hike takes one hour to get there. After a dip in the ocean, we have a pre-arranged shuttle to take you back to Hacienda Del Sol.
As of current writing, only a passport is required for entry from most countries. Due to the changing nature of entry requirements, we recommend that you visit your country’s embassy website or visitcostarica.com for the latest info on traveling here.
No vaccinations are currently necessary for travel to Costa Rica, but for the latest information on recommended or required vaccinations, please visit your country’s embassy website or visitcostarica.com.
USD is generally accepted almost everywhere in Costa Rica as long as the bills are:
You can also exchange your currency for Costa Rica colones in the airport, or withdraw colones from the ATM at the airport. Please note, we do NOT have ATMs onsite.
We invite you to check online for the latest exchange rates and to let your bank and/or credit card company know that you are traveling internationally prior to departing to prevent any unnecessary holds on your credit or debit cards.
The locals are appreciative of tips. In Costa Rica, it is customary to tip anywhere from 10% to 20% depending on what you feel called to give. Of course tips are never required.
If you wish to tip at the end of your stay, please bring smaller bills as our front desk does not carry change, and at this time – due to local tax regulations – we are unable to accept tips on credit cards.
If you would like to leave a tip for the kitchen staff, cleaning staff, or spa services, you are welcome to leave that in an envelope at the front desk at check-out with your name, and it will be distributed per your wishes.
Dress is casual. Bring loose, light, and flowy clothing. The most important thing is to be relaxed and feel comfortable. Light yoga wear works best. It’s usually hot, but it’s always good to bring a layer or two. Add sunglasses, a sun hat, flip-flops or easy slip-on shoes, a bathing suit, and sunscreen and you are set! You may also want to pack a journal, mosquito repellant, hiking or running shoes, water bottle, and/or an extra pair of flip flops.
We provide biodegradable shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. We ask that you please use ours, or use yours only if it’s biodegradable. The water from the showers does help in watering our plants.
There are small markets in San Juanillo (a 5 minute cab ride away) with basic toiletries if you forget something essential like a toothbrush.
If you are joining our Juice Cleanse retreat, these are the probiotics we recommend you bring with you.
You don’t have to bring your own yoga mat. We provide you with mats, bolsters, and any other props needed for any of our classes.
We provide you with biodegradable shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and body wash. We actually prefer you use ours because it is gentle on the ecosystem of our environment (and really lovely to use!). If you do choose to bring your own toiletries, please make sure they are biodegradable.
We have a couple of hair dryers at the front desk for those who may need one, but guests often enjoy letting their hair enjoy the moisture benefits of air-drying in the jungle air.
We happily provide you with robes, shower towels, and beach towels in each bungalow.
You will be enjoying very clean food/juices during your stay with us. We recommend the following shifts to your diet and lifestyle upon booking your retreat.
In order to ease your body’s transition into receiving this deep level of nutrition, we recommend that you begin to incorporate vegetables and fruits in your diet (consider fruit as your treats and veggies with every meal and to replace your other snacks), while upping your water intake to 2 liters per day. It’s nice to add a little salt for electrolyte balance.
Also, it’s good to have at least one large green salad a day before your main lunch or dinner meal (for dressing we recommend olive oil and lemon), and have fruit 20 minutes before protein in the morning.
We also recommend reducing your intake of coffee and alcohol. For example, limiting your coffee intake to one cup in the morning. Also lower your consumption of processed food and grains.
If you eat eggs, we do recommend eating the yolks with the whites! As well as cooking with coconut oil, over olive oil.
It can also be helpful to begin limiting your exposure to things that trigger you and start to practice more mindfulness. This will allow you to ‘drop in’ to the tranquility easily when you arrive.
The Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport is basic, comfortable, and convenient to the airport.
Our outlets and voltage are the same as the US (not Europe). So if you are coming from the US you do not need a converter.
Once you have booked with us, you will be invited to join our online Retreat Welcome Runway.
This specially-curated ‘guests-only’ space contains everything you need to be fully prepared for your stay with us and will allow you to land softly and smoothly once you arrive.
While your retreat is all-inclusive, we suggest that guests bring along a minimum of US$500 in cash in small, newer bills. US Dollars are accepted everywhere. The taxi from the airport is a third party company and you will need to pay cash directly to the driver both ways ($155 USD per shuttle). Also if you wish to book excursions beyond what is included in your retreat the local tour companies only accept cash.
If you wish to tip at the completion of your stay, you’ll want to bring extra cash for that. Again, we recommend smaller bills, as our front desk does not carry change. Please note that at this time – due to local tax regulations – we are unable to accept any tips on credit cards.
Note: The $500 minimum is just a recommendation – please feel free to bring more cash so you don’t feel constrained in your travels, keeping in mind that due to our remote location there are no ATMs. The closest ATMs are in Nosara, which is a $60 taxi ride away (and, yes, the taxi is also cash only :). While we can’t accept credit card for tips, you may of course use a credit card for any purchases at our resort, such as for additional spa treatments or at the gift shop.
Please refer to this answer in the ‘General’ Section above.
Please note before booking that Hacienda Del Sol is NOT a medical facility. We do NOT have medically trained staff, and we do NOT give medical advice. All participants are responsible to get clearance from their doctor before participating in any of our programs. Furthermore, Hacienda Del Sol is 3 hours from the closest hospital and 45 minutes from the closest clinic, therefore participants with health conditions that require fast access to health care should take that into consideration before making a reservation.
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