Haramara Retreat

  I took my teenage daughter on a personal retreat at Haramara. We slept to the sound of pounding surf in our gorgeous cabana Obsidian in the jungle complete with hammock... read more and outdoor shower. We woke to a fabulous breakfast, followed by yoga with beautiful views and massages at the tranquil spa. We spent time at the wild and beautiful beach sitting under the shaded awnings. It was a bit rough to swim but you could go around the corner to the next beach which was calmer. My daughter also went on a group hike and rode a horse through sayulita and galloped along the beach. The Infinity pool was a stunning place to hang out and chat with other guests. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. After 4 fabulous nights we felt relaxed and refreshed. There was as much or as little to do as you liked. It was challenging going up and down the steep hill but you were rewarded for you effort. I hope to return again soon.

  Originally booked for March 2020 on the recommendation of my yoga teacher and finally got to take my trip in December 2021. The wait was absolutely worth it.

All... read more buildings are open-air, which means you go to sleep to the ocean and jungle noises and wake up to the sun and birds. It took a few days to come down from the electronics and city buzz, but by day 4 of circadian living I was a noodle (in the best way).

Food was great - the juices and ceviche available at the pool bar are top-notch.
Jim's Shiatsu massage was easily the best one I've ever had (and I've had a lot).
The yoga shalas are spectacularly situated, well-stocked, and clean.

There weren't any active retreats the week I went, which meant the place was a bit emptier than usual - but fellow guests were friendly and relaxed and the staff was attentive and lovely. They even coordinated on-premise COVID testing ahead of flying back to the US - expensive, but worth it to avoid the hassle.

A couple recos:

Definitely bring sneakers and socks for the hike up to and down from the main buildings - it's doable in birkenstocks but much nicer than constantly rinsing your feet off.

The casitas are beautiful, private, and well-situated. It's not the most luxe sleeping situation I've ever had in my life, so if you're finicky, bring earplugs and whatever other aids you need.

Also, Sayulita is very cute with lots to offer (and a 20-minute walk away) but not sure I'd recommend going mid-stay if you're really looking to unplug.

  I heard about this place through my yoga class. This place is paradise, I came back feeling completely rejuvenated!! Everything in Haramara it's absolutely perfection. The attention to all the... read more details that the owner invest is amazing, from the free smiles we get from the staff, the gourmet food and the amazing accommodations, this is the most perfect place to be for mediation and discovering oneself. The weather was perfect. The shalas and the casitas brought a sense of tranquility. Don't forget to get a massage the best I've gotten thus far. Also, if you have an opportunity, do a sweat lodge OMG! do it. I will be going back with my yogis next year! Namaste all. 🙂

  A total paradise, every time I take my students there we all come back feeling completely rejuvenated!!
Everything in Haramara it’s absolutely PERFECT
The attention to all the details that... read more the owner invest is amazing, from the fresh flowers every day, the gourmet food the luscious accommodations, the friendly staff makes this the most perfect place to take your yoga students.
Can’t wait to go back

  It’s hard to describe Haramara. The beauty. The serenity. The smiles. It was beyond perfect after the year we have all had. We were a group of 15... read more gathering from all across the U.S. From the first greeting I had to the last goodbye- it was perfection. The weather was a 10 which never hurts. But beyond that- the shalas brought a sense of peace. The beach. The cabanas. The massage (get one!). And the staff. Such hard workers who smile and who make you smile. Yes Armando!! My favorite in the dining room. Always happy and wanting to help. Do yourself a favor. Whether with others or as a personal retreat- Haramara will change you. I can’t wait to go back.

  I booked my stay early this year before the quarantines, and was so thrilled to realize that everything at Haramara is open air, so it is the ideal place to... read more be. I coul do yoga outdoors at their gorgeous yoga shalas, and then relax at the beach or by the pool.

I have never stayed at a resort or retreat where everyone, from the cleaning and landscaping staff to the chefs and waiters, paid such exquisite attention to detail and just generally went the extra mile at all times. As a vegan, I am accustomed to traveling where I 'make do' and rarely eat well; the food was consistently absolutely sublime, truly on par with the best high-end vegan restaurants in the Bay Area. (My partner is an omnivore, and was also thrilled with every meal.)

The variety of birds, butterflies, etc was awesome--I could have lounged in my casita hammock all day and been totally entertained. But most of all, I was touched by the deep kindness and thoughtful care of the staff. This is a very special place.