I came here after three stress-filled years and it turned my life around. Can't wait to come back again some time. The setting is peaceful and relaxing, the owners make you feel at home right away, and the yoga is awesome. I really liked the convivial atmosphere at night with other travelers, but the best part was a couple of... more

We were picked up at the airport and brought in, we felt like royalty the whole time there. We truly enjoyed communing with the mountain and it's wildlife. A family of monkees watched us do yoga while sitting in the trees just 30 feet away. There were no problems with bugs or other animals. Our first encounter with yoga, it... more

We had a terrific time. We enjoy yoga without being super-serious about it, and they met us right on our level. We had terrific food, terrific lodgings, terrific classes, terrific recommendations about what to do in the area (which can be charming or cheesy, depending on where you go). We elected to have massages and reflexology, both of which were... more

I get lost in the mountains. I don't mean physically. Something opens up inside of me, perhaps my heart gets bigger, my spirit soars, and my mind gets quiet, lost in the beauty surrounding me, welcoming me, enveloping me, protecting me. But within the rugged mountains surrounding this retreat, there is also a softness that inhabits Panacea. The owners make... more

I came back this February for a 4-night stay after spending a heavenly week here last year. I fell in love with the location, the people, the yoga, the food . . . . In many ways a "no frills" place, Panacea nevertheless offers the luxury of true peace and genuine acceptance. Last year I left the property only once,... more

Staff is friendly and helpful, the setting is beautiful. You come back from your vacation relaxed and in better shape mentally and physically. You escape all the pressures of daily life and enjoy a laid back healthy living. The hill is steep, and not something that you go up more than you have to. While the path is lite, it... more

I can't say enough good things about this amazing place. If you are looking for 'high end, television, internet access, dvd, margaritas and junk food luxury' - then don't go. But - if you are looking for another type of luxury - one which includes beautiful views, comfortable accomodation, amazing yoga, delicious food and caring & kind people - then... more

I have been meaning to write this for over two months as I really loved my stay and wanted to share this information. This is a special place where you would be fine alone or with a friend. It's simplicity is what makes it so relaxing. The pool where I spent my days was gorgeous. It is surrounded by flowers... more

After a rock solid year of endless work and no play, I found myself in Costa Rica briefly, in the welcoming hands of three knowledgeable and good-humored owners who have created Panacea, both its proper noun and its feeling. I cannot recommend it highly enough. My stay included incredible yoga instruction, fabulous home-cooked food, and the best reflexology--who knew how... more