Escape to a tropical beachy village on the Pacific Coast of Southern Nicaragua! Let this all-inclusive experience get you off the beaten path with ease and stay comfortable at our 4-star beachside boutique hotel. Experience the vibrant and colorful community of Playa Gigante, where world-class surf, empty beaches, and poolside vibes are at your fingertips. Break out of the daily grind and let yourself drop back into your groove.
Roundtrip Airport Transport to get you safely and seamlessly to the Hotel
Accommodation
6 nights in either Single or Double Occupancy options in our comfortable rooms equipped with Hot Water, A/C, and Flat Screen TVs featuring Roku streaming service
Food
4 meals Daily from our onsite Palapa Restaurant, Dietary Restrictions can be Accommodated
What’s not included
Alcoholic Drinks
Full Service Bar Onsite with Fresh Craft Cocktail Creations and Ice Cold Beer
Day Trips
Ometepe, Granada, San Juan Del Sur, Popoyo etc. We can help arrange everything!
Extra Activities
We work with our trusted partners for the extras like : horseback riding, boat trips for surf/fishing, massages, golf, moto rentals, whatever you want to do!
Travel Insurance
We can help you navigate any requirements or recommendations to protect yourself while traveling.
Available Packages
Double Occupancy
Our double rooms are equipped with 2 single beds (can also request a single queen), side table/desk, built in dresser, blackout shades, hot water shower with treated water, and refreshing A/C.
Our private single rooms are equipped with a queen size bed, side table/desk, built in dresser, blackout shades, hot water shower with treated water, and refreshing A/C.
Room to Roam is an all-inclusive retreat service provider that streamlines the retreat leading process and connects people to amazing experiences off the beaten path.
I’ve attended 6 other retreats, so I came in with certain expectations, and overall, this one had a lot of positives, but there were also significant disappointments.
First, the people and the classes were fantastic. Heather, Ashley, and the community that gathered were exactly what I hoped for – warm, engaging, and inspiring. The Booty Luv and yoga sessions were well-run, and the group dynamic was lovely. Conversations flowed easily, and I definitely left with a sense of connection.
However, I was let down by the venue, which really didn't match the caliber of the experience I was expecting. The meal service was a major issue. Waiting anywhere from 30 to 50 minutes for lukewarm food was frustrating, especially in a retreat setting where the supposedly have done this before. Waiting over 45 minutes for a drink to be delivered was common – if I could even get someone to take my order. For the long waits, it would’ve been nice to have something simple like chips and salsa available to tide us over. I found myself eating a snack before meals just to avoid getting hangry.
The rooms also didn’t provide the ambiance I anticipated. They felt very generic – like a room you could find anywhere, with no real connection to the Costa Rica or the area. The yoga shala lacked any pretty views or aesthetic charm that I’ve come to expect from retreats, especially those at BL locations.
As for the location itself, I didn’t feel like I got the Costa Rican experience I was hoping for. Unless you’re a surfer, Playa Grande isn’t much to explore. The beach had no shade or umbrellas, and while you could walk along it, it was too hot to do so during the day, where morning/evening walks often conflicting with class schedules. The town didn’t offer much in terms of places to visit either. I ended up taking a day trip to Tamarindo, which had a much better vibe.
I didn't care for retreat schedule being different every day. While I understand that adjustments happen, I didn’t love that the times for meals, classes, and activities were different every day, except for the 4pm class. It made me feel like I had to stay glued to my phone for updates or find the schudule. Plus, getting up early for class and then having to wait until 9am or later for breakfast was difficult. I found myself eating a snack first thing in the morning because I was starving.
For the extra expense and travel hassle to get to Costa Rica, the location didn’t deliver the experience I expected. Overall, I loved the people and the classes but would not return to Playa Grande or the Rip Jack Inn.
By LAUREL S for Booty Luv® Beach Retreat on Feb 10, 2025
Another amazing Booty Luv retreat in the books! The location was fantastic, steps from the beach with ample pools and hammocks to lounge in. The movement classes were excellent, with plenty of booty break downs and opportunities to go deep in yoga. And, an extra special group of ladies creating a supportive and inspiring community for each of us to immerse ourselves in for 6 glorious days together. Thank you to Heather, Kate, and Ashley for being our guru's and ensuring we were well taken care of!
I had a fantastic time! Travel to and from the airport went perfectly. The additional activities/excursions were amazing and Kate’s local guides were absolutely incredible. A trip organizers and instructors went above and beyond to ensure everything was taken care of and that we had an unforgettable time!
Nicaragua is beautiful! I highly recommend visiting this part of the world. It's small, it's local, it's quaint. Ashley is absolutely amazing at being a gifted yoga instructor. 10/10 would participate in another travel yoga retreat with her. My one thing: watch what you eat if you have a weak stomach, such as street food.
We had an amazing time with great people. Met many wonderful people from Bali, and the people responsible for all the activities did not mis a beat. So amazing. Good food and so much culture to learn about. The yoga was the best ever and so inspirational. Can't wait for the next Room to Roam experience.
I can’t say enough about my wonderful experience with Kate, Ashley, Lorenzo and the whole staff at Room to Roam! This trip was truly magical. I was a little nervous to travel for the first time since COVID. Kate took such great care ushering me in to Nicaragua. I was very stressed at home prior to leaving and Kate kept taking things off my plate as I prepared to leave. Upon arrival we were greeted so warmly by the staff. I was instantly relaxed. Marco’s truly does make the BEST passion fruit margarita on the planet! My intention was surf and boy did I fall back in love with surfing, but I am really walking away with so much more- a complete reboot for my body, mind and soul! I’ll be back again soon! PS the food is out of the this world! Every single meal…. Mouth watering!