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Costa Rica January 15th - January 20th, 2027

Arriving Instead of Retreating - Presence, Practice, and Deep Rest in Costa Rica

These retreats are a celebration of you — thoughtfully held, intentionally paced, and designed to quiet the mind, open the body, and reconnect you with a deeper sense of awareness.

Each day unfolds with ease:

Morning light, gentle movement, and breath Invigorating yet accessible yoga practices Meditation, reflection, and space to simply be Nourishing meals and time to rest, restore, and integrate

There is no rush here. Only the invitation to arrive — fully, and in your own time.

Pricing is outlined below.
And a $850 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place.
The remaining balance is due by January 2nd, 2027.


Email your questions here

Our Yoga Studio for the week

Reclaim Your Inner Peace

Enjoy three 75-minute spa treatments, woven into your stay to support rest, restoration, and care of the body.


Daily yoga, meditation, and journaling create space to slow down, listen, and reconnect.


Nourishing meals are prepared by a private chef, while time in nature — including gentle walking around the grounds — invites calm and perspective.


Through yogic teachings, we explore self-love as a lived, embodied experience.


Surrounded by the beauty of Costa Rica, this retreat offers a space to soften and return to yourself.


There is nothing you need to become.
Only the opportunity to arrive more fully into what is already here.

HIGHLIGHTS

restore

Focus on yourself and refuel through intentional and rejuvenating breathwork practices. These sessions offer a powerful opportunity to center your mind and revitalize your energy, providing a key element in our immersive retreat where self-care and self-discovery seamlessly converge.

connect

Cultivate a healing intention and connect with your higher self by participating in yoga and mindfulness activities that focus on establishing a deeper understanding for a more peaceful you.

come home to yourself

come home to yourself

Indulge in the ultimate relaxation at our retreat, where you can luxuriate in up to 75 minutes of rejuvenating spa time, featuring an array of services including blissful massages, soothing infrared sauna sessions, revitalizing facials, and indulgent foot reflexology, ensuring a truly pampering and revitalizing experience.

DAY ONE....

ARRIVE AND SETTLE IN

Arrive into Liberia International Airport, Costa Rica, where a member of our local team will be there to greet you.


From there, you’ll be transported to Los Altos de Eros Hotel & Spa, a scenic drive of approximately one hour.


This is where your retreat begins — the transition from travel into something slower, quieter, and more intentional.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodations

Airport pick & Drop Off at Costa Rica/LIR

BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER

BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER

Airport pick & Drop Off at Costa Rica/LIR

BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER

Airport pick & Drop Off at Costa Rica/LIR

Airport pick & Drop Off at Costa Rica/LIR

Airport pick & Drop Off at Costa Rica/LIR

Three Treatment - 75 min Spa Service

Day Long - Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation

Airport pick & Drop Off at Costa Rica/LIR

Day Long - Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation

Day Long - Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation

Day Long - Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation

YOUR CHOICE OF ACCOMMODATIONS and home for the week

Two Poolside King Rooms

Located steps from the luxurious infinity pool are two king rooms. When you enter into these rooms you will feel like you are in paradise with tropical décor, secluded indoor/outdoor showers, private terrace 


with teak lounge chairs and comfortable king beds. They also offer a slightly larger living space than the queen rooms. All rooms include: A/C Ceiling Fans, Wi-Fi, Maid service, Daily Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily, Specials on spa services laundry service, Costa Rica Organic Toiletries, Hairdryer, Concierge, Safety Box, Refrigerators in the Rooms


These two rooms can also change from being a king bed room to two single beds inside of it.


Single Occupancy $

Double Occupancy $ PP

Poolside King photo of single bed configuration

Two Poolside Queen Rooms

Located steps away from the luxurious infinity pool are two queen rooms. With tropical décor, secluded indoor/outdoor shower, the queen room offers everything you need for a relaxing vacation. All rooms include: A/C Ceiling Fans, Wi-Fi, Maid service, Daily Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily, Specials on spa services laundry service, Costa Rica Organic Toiletries, Hairdryer, Concierge, Safety Box, Refrigerators in the Rooms


Single Occupancy $

Double Occupancy $ PP


One Premier Eros Suite

Located on the second level, the Eros suite offers the ultimate experience. Private balcony overlooking the hotel, jungle and ocean views- you can lounge and relax out here all day and night! 


The suite includes a king bed (and can not be converted into two single beds) sitting area with sofa, flat screen TV, roman bathtub. on the balcony. All rooms include: A/C Ceiling Fans, Wi-Fi, Maid service, Daily Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily, Specials on spa services laundry service, Costa Rica Organic Toiletries, Hairdryer, Concierge, Safety Box, Refrigerators in the Rooms


This room can add another person because of the pullout sofa bed.


Single Occupancy $

Double Occupancy $ PP


One Detached Suite

One Detached Suite

Located away from the pool area to the side of the main house is the Detached Suite with a large private covered terrace. Relax in teak lounge chairs and listen to the sounds of nature while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. The room includes a king size bed and a flat screen TV. All rooms include: A/C Ceiling Fans, Wi-Fi, Maid service, Daily Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Daily, Specials on spa services laundry service, Costa Rica Organic Toiletries, Hairdryer, Concierge, Safety Box, Refrigerators in the Rooms


Please note that this king bed can not be converted into two single beds


Single Occupancy $

Double Occupancy $ PP

Meet the Newest Addition to Our Retreat- Villa Blanca

Room 7

Meet the newest addition to Los Altos de Eros.


Villa Blanca offers a more private and spacious way to experience the retreat — thoughtfully designed for comfort, ease, and a sense of independence within the larger group setting.


The suite includes a king bedroom, en-suite bath, kitchenette, and a quiet lounge space with a sofa bed. Just outside, a private plunge pool looks out toward the ocean, offering a place to rest, reflect, and take in the view.


For those who feel called to a little more space, Villa Blanca provides a gentle balance between privacy and connection.


Single Occupancy $

Double Occupancy $ PP


Room 7 Private Pool

King Sized Bed (room 7)

This is where we begin to soften...

not by leaving life,

but by returning to ourselves within it. 

Where connection deepenS… and community forms naturally

Evenings are spent gathered around the table — sharing nourishing meals, meaningful conversation, and the quiet joy of being together.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

AIRFARE

TRAVEL INSURANCE

AIRFARE

ALCOHOL

TRAVEL INSURANCE

AIRFARE

TRAVEL INSURANCE

TRAVEL INSURANCE

TRAVEL INSURANCE

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BLUE ZONE

There are five locations in the world - dubbed blue zones – where people live the longest, and are healthiest: - Okinawa, Japan - Sardinia, Italy - Nicoya, Costa Rica - Ikaria, Greece - Loma Linda, California.


Situated on the top of a mountain with 22 acres of jungle surrounding its pristine beauty lies Tamarindo’s Los Altos De Eros Small Luxury Hotel and Spa. Los Altos De Eros means “the heights of love” in Spanish, which truly embodies the compassionate culture of Costa Rica that prioritizes wellness, tranquility, and connectedness. Located in one of the 5 "Blue Zones" in the world, Costa Ricans have mastered the secrets to living a longer, happier life:



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Find Inner Peace in Costa Rica

Drink hard water.


  • Nicoyan water has the country’s highest calcium content, perhaps explaining the lower rates of heart disease, as well as stronger bones and fewer hip fractures.


Family comes first.


  • Nicoyan centenarians tend to live with their extended families. Being around children and grandchildren provides community support and a sense of purpose and belonging.


Eat a light dinner.


  • Eating fewer calories appears to be one of the surest ways to add years to your life, as demonstrated by the Nicoyan tradition of eating a light dinner early in the evening. For most of their lives, Nicoyan centenarians ate a traditional Mesoamerican diet highlighted with the “three sisters” of agriculture: squash, corn, and beans.


Maintain social networks.


  • Nicoyan centenarians get frequent visits from neighbors, who play an important role in their lives. Neighbors know how to listen, laugh, and appreciate what they have, which brings the community together through a shared sense of gratitude.


Keep hard at work.


  • Centenarians seem to have enjoyed physical work of all their lives. They find joy in simple everyday physical chores, appreciating the sense of purpose.


Get some sensible sun.


  • Nicoyans regularly take in the sunshine, which helps their bodies produce vitamin D – a molecule in the body required for strong bones and healthy immune function. Vitamin D deficiency is associated with a host of problems, including osteoporosis and heart disease, but regular, “smart” sun exposure (about 15 minutes on the legs and arms) can help supplement your diet and ensure you’re getting enough of this vital nutrient.


Embrace a common history.


  • Modern Nicoyan roots in the indigenous Chorotega and their traditions have enabled them to remain a culture relatively free of stress. Their traditional diet of fortified maize and beans may be the best nutritional combination for longevity the world has ever known.

what they are saying about retreating with Mellara...

Mellara, What comes to mind when I think of your teaching and especially the retreat that you led is that you are empowering women on a deep and holistic level, modeling and encouraging women to fully love and fully accept themselves, having compassion for all parts of ourselves which heals our hearts. 


And all of your work is so palpable  especially in a retreat experience, connecting us deeply with our authentic selves, acceptance, self-compassion, and to celebrate who we truly are!! I’m also thinking of the free form dancing part on the last day. That felt so healing, spontaneous and beautiful! 


Cathy, 47

retreats with Mellara are a balm for the soul....

Mellara I can’t believe what a “reset” your retreat was for me!! I continue to feel the benefits each day and truly am grateful for having you in my life!  


You are such a gentle and open soul. Medicine for the heart and soul to be in your healing circle of love and friendship. 


Spirit certainly is working through you for the benefit of touching the inner lives of others and guiding them toward healing themselves!!  


After your retreat I had so much joy, energy, and happiness  that stayed with me longer that I thought possible. And I feel the inner wisdom of my Soul showing me how to love and care for myself in a more intentional way.


Thank you so much!! 

Love and blessings to you. 

May you be nourished and loved as you continue your own healing work.  


Elizabeth, 52


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