Are you looking for a safe space in these troubled days?
Would you like to give back to nature and local communities while at the same time enjoying a healthy lifestyle and all the amenities of a wellness, yoga and surf retreat?
This is your place!
Long-term stays available! Read here about our residency program with extremely reduced prices!
Safe Journey
We make sure that you arrive safely:
- private transport from the airport to our door step with professional and masked drivers
- help at the border crossing if you’re coming through Costa Rica so you don’t spend any more time than necessary there
First 5 days Care Comfort Zone
During every guests first 5 days we take extra measure to ensure everyone’s well-being – and give you some extra comfort:
- We serve you your food instead of buffet style meals.
- We wash your laundry – always and as often as you want free of charge.
- We disinfect your room on a regular basis.
- We encourage you to keep extra hygiene measures and mindful interactions.
- To protect other guests and our staff during the first five days of your stay you will not be participating in our Temazcal (sweat lodge). Once your five days are over, you can enjoy it as often as it is on!
Safe Space
This is how we create a safe space for everyone who comes here:
- Fresh airflow everywhere: All indoor spaces are screened, allowing for fresh air at all times.
- Staff lives on site or locally: All our staff either lives on site or in very close proximity to Costa Dulce, without much contact to outside of the community.
- Dedicated equipment: Every student gets his or her own dedicated Yoga mats and props for their stay. All equipment and common areas are cleaned and desinfected on a regular basis.
- You decide about your distance: All common areas and the yoga shalas are very spacious and allow for as much distance as you’d like to keep. Our teachers respect your distance and are trained to guide you without hands-on assists if you wish.
YOGA
Yoga and wellness is the key to take care of ourselves and our surroundings.
SURF
Wake up and the beach is waiting! Uncrowded waves are right in front of the retreat!
SPA
True wellness heaven, the Costa Dulce spa awaits you in a beautiful natural setting.
CULTURE & NATURE
Enjoy the full Nicaragua experience with our culture and nature activities and programs.
NOURISH
Enjoy our farm-to-table approach with local Chefs for our healthy and nourishing meals.
LODGING
Our open-air concept cabins and villas are all uniquely crafted with love.
If you’ve ever dreamed of falling asleep to the sound of crashing waves, swimming in a beautiful waterfall or doing yoga in the middle of the jungle over blue-green surf, Costa Dulce is the place to make it happen. It is truly paradise and I cannot imagine a more beautiful or welcoming place to experience the jungle and the sea.’
– Dani, New York City
A natural playground.
Nature
Jungle
Beach
Ocean
Costa Dulce is a Beachfront Eco Retreat on the southern pacific coast of Nicaragua.
Spread across a jungle hill rising up from the beach, it is the perfect place to reconnect to yourself and nature.
Surf & Yoga Retreat in Nicaragua
Costa Dulce has grown organically, integrating with the surrounding environment and has become one of the premier wellness centers in Nicaragua. We are committed to a grass-roots approach to ecotourism and a more sustainable future through improving the social, economic and environmental well-being of the surrounding communities.
Relax in Comfort at Costa Dulce Resort
Located on Playa Escameca, Costa Dulce Retreat is ideal for all travelers looking to enjoy good company in a relaxed, safe, and healthy environment. Costa Dulce Retreat has 12 individual Beach Bungalows, two yoga shalas, a lounge/honor bar, spa, surf school, food garden, sea turtle hatchery, and a restaurant – the Dulce Cocina. We have added a new eco-friendly salt water pool that overlooks the ocean, beach and the ocean towards Costa Rica.
Signature Retreats
The best way to experience Costa Dulce is by joining one of our signature retreats. Get the most out of your money during our week-long Yoga, Surf or Wellness retreats. The retreats are run Saturday to Saturday.
Book a Cabin
You need flexibility? Then booking a cabin is the way to go. Fully customize your stay by adding our awesome yoga, surf or wellness programs and our culture and nature activities. Our wellness playground is waiting for you.
Bring a Group
Host a retreat, bring a group of friends, or celebrate your unforgettable wedding at our beautiful venue. We are experienced in hosting small and big groups and will make sure you and your guests fully enjoy our little paradise.
Amazing people, beautiful beaches, perfect jungle canopy and food and accommodations that will blow your mind. I highly recommend this place.
Read more reviews from our visitors on TripAdvisor.
Why Us
UPLIFTING SPIRIT & ENERGY
Our mission is to create a space for growth and expansion for all visitors, our staff and the surrounding communities. Taking care of our people goes hand in hand with taking care of the planet and this creates a nourishing and uplifting vibe for all.
CONNECTION WITH NATURE
Steps away from your own secluded beach, mind-blowing jungle & ocean views, and wildlife at your doorstep. A true oasis of peace & potential. Our partner Vital Actions also has a sea turtle hatchery (with baby sea turtles!) at the beach.
HIGH-QUALITY HOSPITALITY
Offered with love. All of our services (Cuisine, Yoga, Wellness, Bodywork, Surf School, Hiking & Culture,…) are constantly evolving and improving as stimulating personal and collective growth is our main mission.
WELLNESS & WELLBEING AS A LIFESTYLE
We are not just facilitating these services for our guests, but we embody holistic wellbeing as a lifestyle that benefits our whole community.
COSTA DULCE IS A YEAR-ROUND PARADISE
The beauty of the surroundings is constantly evolving and breathtaking. Our year-round yoga & surf program (with consistent waves!)
PIONEER IN ENVIRONMENTAL OWNERSHIP
With our own ecosystem regeneration project, supporting local employment and empowerment in a regenerative economic model.
LOCALLY SOURCES FARM-TO-TABLE CUISINE
All of our healthy and delicious meals are seasonal, unprocessed, and catered to everybody. At Costa Dulce we believe that proper nourishment is necessary to feel good, that’s why we cater to all food preferences/allergies.
YOGA HEAVEN FOR EVERYBODY
We offer a year-round yoga program, which is truly heart – & mind-opening and welcome experienced teachers from over the world to share in our wonderful community. Our yoga shalas include immersive and incredible views.
LOCATED ON A PRIVATE BEACH
Costa Dulce is located beachside at pristine Playa Escameca Grande. Wake up and the beach is waiting! Our surf program is led by guides who are really stoked to do what they love and we get to pass that love on to you.
Social Projects
Costa Dulce is more than just a retreat center at a beautiful beach. We care about our surrounding nature and the people in our neighborhood. Check out our social projects and learn what we do to give back.
About Nicaragua
Nicaragua is a beautiful country with stunning nature and a vibrant population. Volcanos, lakes, islands, Colonial cities, music, art, and much more. Nicaragua has it all. Learn more about the country we love here.
Our Ecolodge
We are committed to a grass-roots approach to ecotourism and a more sustainable future. As an Ecolodge, we are trying to minimize our impact on local fauna and flora and our general footprint.
Are you ready to become a part of the holistic experience?
Get in Touch
North America +1 (303) 800-6101
Nicaragua +505-8277-8009
Costa Dulce Surf & Yoga Retreat
Escameca Eco-Lodge
San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Contact Us
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