Con Smania CR is a Safe and Sacred Retreat Offerings Space
Steps from a gorgeous Pacific beach on the Nicoya Peninsula, nestled in monkey-laced trees, grounds lovingly cared for by our smiling gardener and support staff, come explore our retreat center. Flexible spaces to accommodate your guests, team, and retreat leaders in style along with all the support you need from booking to way past departure.
Nothing about Con Smania Retreat Center is ordinary – just like the retreat leaders who are inspired to offer their work here.
We can accommodate up to 20 attendees in separate beds and 7 team members in a highly flexible configuration across 8 casitas or apartments, and the grand house.
Explore the spaces below.
As you drive through our gates, you take the deepest breath.... you are held.
The first thing you see is our large reception and restaurant space and the original carved wall depicting all of the delightful creatures that call our place home. Then step inside, we’ll take care of your belongings. It’s time to lighten your load in all ways.
Discover hidden gems and wide open spaces.
Start by greeting our turtles and rest your feet into the pond if you want to be tickled by our minnows. Just allow yourself to BE.
Then wander down any of the paths and you are sure to be delighted by the scents and feast for the eyes that our happy gardener has created. We won’t tell you exactly where to find all the places to rest and ponder life… we believe you will magically come upon them right when needed.
Along the way, you’ll find hammocks and loungers, chat spaces and meditation platforms. You won’t be able to resist dipping your toes into the pool and planning your many returns.
Every booking includes
Exclusive use of the center for your group to encourage growth and foster support.
Private App for internal and support communication from the time they sign up past leaving their retreat.
Housekeeping personalized to desire so you can relax. Choose your level and make requests at any time.
Vegetarian focused meals twice a day, breakfast plus your choice of lunch or dinner. Completely flexible meal planning, served buffet or plated. A third meal can be added on any day for an additional fee.
Smoothie bar open all day for refreshing and energizing treats or meals, then relax at our tiki bar or by the pool.
Airport transportation coordinated and tracked by our staff. Leave the logistics to us!
Guest CSCR welcome gift including tote bag and reusable water bottle, in addition to assistance curating your own gift from our local providers.
A short stroll to the Pacific
As your nervous system adjusts, you’ll begin to open your ears and realize you are hearing the waves.
Situated in a protected maritime zone, we are minutes away from Playa Buena Vista. A beach that often feels like Jurassic Park meets the water, every single day provides a different landscape as tides and time change the sand.
Known mostly to locals, and the horses that are lucky enough to tour the area, you’ll want to make time for sunrise and sunsets at the water’s edge, along with our Con Smania Beach Meditation and Caring Exercise. This activity is provided complimentary to every retreat leader.
Eight casitas and Haven, our main retreat building, provide resting and gathering spots
With units ranging from one queen bed to 2 Split King beds housing four, we can configure the spaces to meet your group of up to 20 and 7 staff and team members.
Three different places to take meals, a snack bar for all-day smoothies and conversations, and a variety of areas for classes, workshops, and meetings.
Con Smania is more than a retreat, adventure destination, or educational center.
It is all three and more — an opportunity for both a spiritual and impactful transformation as our guests journey to fulfill their life’s passion.
Flexible Number of Beds for Your Attendees and Staff and Exclusive Use of Property
Meals Provided Per Week Plus Unlimited Smoothie Bar and Healthy Noshes and Treats
Steps to the Beach and Those Serene Morning Strolls and Epic Evening Magic Shows
Haven, The Magnificent Main
This breathtaking multi-story building is the ideal center of activity, yet set at the back of the property for maximum privacy and focus.
The first floor has 4 bedrooms, an open kitchen and dining areas, various spaces for conversations and relaxation. The washroom must be experienced in person – how often can you say that about a bathroom?
Traverse the Gaudi inspired staircase to Flow Studio and our treatment and quiet spaces.
Soar to the very top in the open elevator and Vision Tower is yours to behold.
This space can be used for your team and staff for sleeping, meals, yoga, breathwork, workshops, and any gathering.
Sleeps 8-10 people. Inspires 30.
The Hangar
In an homage to the origins of the property, the original airplane hangar has been reimagined as a ceremonial and workshop space.
With the cross-breeze from the intersection of the ocean and the jungle, nine large ceiling fans, and a highly flexible set of accessories, you will be drawn to use this space daily!
Pool and Hang Space
At the center, we have a pool, with two soaking areas as well as water slide and waterfall. Covered and open areas for relaxing with your morning tea or drying off from your swim. Hammocks can be detached for a small group class on the platforms.
Covered tables, lounge areas and palapas mean you can enjoy this space no matter the time or the weather.
Flexible Bed Configuration: 5 private bath units and 3 shared bath units totaling 8 Split Kings, 4 Queens for attendees.
*Split King beds can be separated into two TwinXL beds.
Sunshine Sanctuary: Split King plus kitchen and seating area – sleeps 1-2 or couple.
Lofted Apartment: Bedroom with Split King, Bedroom with Queen, Kitchen, seating area, shared bathroom – sleeps 2-3
Treehouse: Queen Bed in lofted space, private bath – sleeps 1 or couple
Mama Guana Front: Queen bed, private bath – sleeps 1 or couple
Mama Guana Jungle View: Split King, private bath – sleeps 1-2 or couple
Estrella: Two Split Kings and shared bath – sleeps 1-4
Sol: Two Split Kings and shared bath – sleeps 1-4
Mariposa: Split King on second floor, Murphy Queen on first floor, private first floor bath – sleeps 1-3
*Con Smania CR features separate leadership housing, Haven, which has 3 bedrooms with shared bath and large shower area and 1 with ensuite bathroom, sleeping up to 7.
Treehouse
You can’t help but smile when you step into this two story casita. A queen bed upstairs feels like a secret treehouse – of the grown up kind with air conditioning!
Relax on the quiet patio with a charming picnic table, and a sun-drenched sitting area perfect for introspection with your morning tea or coffee. This room is ideal for anyone who enjoys a secluded sleeping place at night and a restorative space in the morning.
A convertible couch adds an extra bed, if desired, or a couple to share the loft.
Ideal for 1-2 people.
Mama Guana Front and Mama Guana Jungle View
Our twinned casitas, these side by side units hug one of the large guanacaste trees that grace the grounds. You will feel its beating heart and deep connection to the earth that draw the howler monkeys into its branches.
Featuring a platform full bed, the left Front unit can sleep one or a couple. Journal and dream while sitting at the natural table, sit on the patio overlooking the grounds, and rejuvenate in the bright shower room.
The right Jungle View unit features a split king bed, that can be transformed into large twins for friends to share the private bathroom and casita.
Ideal for 1-2 people in each casita.
Split King or Twin XL configuration in Mama Guana Jungle View
These units sit upon the incredible heart of Con Smania CR – one of the oldest and largest Guanacaste trees in the area.
Estrella and Sol
These are the larger twinned units with capability of sleeping two to four in each space with a shared bathroom. While they have a similar floorplan, each unit is completely unique.
Central seating areas and magnificent washrooms separate each unit, creating privacy and lots of room for resting.
The entire building features gorgeous mosaic details and nourishing natural light. Outdoors, charming verandas allows for gatherings amidst the luscious greenery.
Ideal for 2 to 4 people each unit,
these are our shared spaces.
Estrella named for the mosaic star at the entrance. Each side of these casitas has a Split King.
Sol has an exquisite mosaic in the bathroom – a sight to see! Beds can be split into Twin XLs.
Each unit has a common seating area and shared Jack and Jill bathroom.
Sunshine Sanctuary
With a cozy kitchen built around a tree and tile floors throughout, this casita captures the earthen connection that makes Con Smania CR so empowering.
The bedroom features a split king bed with reclaimed wood decor and soothing natural light. It’s ideal for inspiring your growth here in Costa Rica.
Large patio outside and large table inside, this casita is ideal for 1-2 traveling together, staff, or a private upgrade. This is the unit at the front of the property, behind the magnificent wood gates, includes a small parking area.
Ideal for 1-2 people.
Mariposa
Whimsical on the outside and rejuvenating on the inside, this unique two level casita features a split king bed on the upper level, a couch converting Murphy bed on the lower level and sun-drenched spiral staircase to move between.
You’ll never forget the soothing mosaic bathroom, which includes a walk-in shower. A covered balcony is ideal for enjoying the morning sun or reflecting on one’s day as it overlooks our butterfly gardens.
Ideal for 1 to 2 people.
Lofted Apartment
If you find natural sunlight soothing and motivating, this large casita is perfect for you. The sun-bathed loft-style living room features full wood paneling and cushy seating. Enjoy a quiet evening in one of the two bedrooms and an invigorating morning on the covered deck.
The second bedroom has a split king. An additional sitting room and kitchen are at the rear.
Generous spaces with views over the gardens and a particularly spectacular tree that feels like Avatar.
Ideal for 2-3 people.
Your Event Your Way
We welcome retreat leaders of all kinds – from business masterminds, to yoga and wellness, to plant medicine allies. Our flexible spaces, logistics support, and committed on-site and virtual staff make anything possible.
Excursions and Experiences
Select from our vast network of vetted practitioners and experiences. Whether it is in-room massages or beach rides on happy horses, let us help you move your event from merely a plan to unforgettable.
Your Guests Are Ours
Your relationship with your clients and attendees is paramount to all that you do. We take this seriously and treat each visitor with care, attention and personalization. We learn all about them before arrival and they are graciously welcomed home… to our space.
Learn How Con Smania CR Works For Your Own Event
Book a call to discuss the possibilities. Our goal is to make your event effortless so you can focus on your genius.