Everyday life is stressful, exhausting and demanding; wish you really could just relax during your holiday? Then a yoga retreat is just the thing for you! Treat yourself to a few days just for yourself and find your inner balance from which you can draw strength long after your holiday. Discover the most beautiful Eco Hotels worldwide which offer Yoga for beginners and the advanced alike.

Biohotel Sturm: Yoga in the Rhön Biosphere Reserve

Breathe deeply in untouched nature without ringing smartphones or the constant sound of traffic in the background. In the Biohotel Sturm the philosophy “arrive, feel good and relax” is truly lived and breathed by all who visit. Leave everyday life behind you and embark on a journey to yourself. An ayurvedic yoga teacher will lead you into the world of Indian philosophical culture and show you the way to complete relaxation. The meditation exercises help you channel your inner peace, but also promotes contemplation and new inspiration. Soft tones and soft melodies help to release the tension both in mind and body. The traditional Indian healing art of Ayurveda plays an important role in the Biohotel Sturm and those who wish can be introduced to the Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle.

Rise up to calm down at HUBERTUS unplugged

If you want to escape from everyday life, you’ve come to the right place: at 1044 metres above sea level your body and soul can take a break. Retreats are offered year-round at HUBERTUS unplugged – and there really is something for everyone. Maybe Yoga Nidra might be of interest? Anyone can learn this deep relaxation technique. The 30-minute practice of Yoga Nidra is said to be equivalent to three to four hours of sleep! Or maybe you would prefer a Stress-Less Yoga Retreat to help lift your mood and reduce stress permanently? The HUBERTUS unplugged itself also helps you to relax: here, straight-line architecture and tasteful furnishings meet a harmonious, sustainable overall concept in the midst of Bavarian nature. Sometimes it is enough just to breathe deeply and enjoy the view.

Yoga with the sound of the sea at the OCÉANO Hotel Health Spa

There is hardly a better place to escape from everyday life than in this almost forgotten corner of Tenerife. The OCÉANO Hotel Health Spa is located directly on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean with the picturesque Anaga mountains forming an evergreen backdrop. Body, mind and soul in harmony – this is what the hotel’s yoga retreat promises. And with a view of the sea, it quickly becomes clear that this is not an empty promise! All rooms and suites exude an atmosphere of tranquillity and in the Health Spa trained therapists and doctors take care of your well-being. Here you will not only find yoga, but also thalassotherapy, Ayurveda, osteopathy, shiatsu, massages and natural cosmetics. While it was beautiful before, the OCÉANO Hotel Health Spa is getting a new look with many new additions! The new “Center of Healthy Motion”, new infinity pool, newly designed restaurants and the rooftop lounge “OCEAN 11” create an even more beautiful dimension of enjoyment and experiences. We certainly are excited!

Sun Salutation on the Island of the Gods

You are awakened naturally by the sunrise over gentle waves lapping at a fine, sandy beach before walking barefoot to your morning yoga class and greet the day. Sound like a dream? Welcome to the Indonesian Puri Dajuma Cottages & Spa Resort, where dreams come true! With a fantastic view of the ocean you can leave the worries of everyday life behind you and find your inner peace in private yoga sessions. Yoga classes are offered throughout the day and if you need a break, you can retreat to your private cottage, enjoy a massage with a sea view, go surfing or enjoy a dive in the extraordinary underwater world.

Retreat from everyday life at the Keemala

In the middle of the forests of Phuket, all of your worries will quickly be forgotten in the “villa wonderland” of Keemala. Each treatment at the Mala Holistic Spa combines elements of traditional healing rituals that lead to a deep inner harmony. Yoga is part of the Holistic Living Retreats offered at the hotel. They are carefully composed to help reflect on one’s own life, are relaxing and energizing, and help to draw strength for everyday life. The retreats last three to six days and are adapted to individual wishes. If you are looking for even more relaxation, walk through the enchanting gardens and watch the water buffalos go about their days, or dive into your very own pool. At the Keemala, you have the time to take a moment for yourself and see how beautiful life can be!

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Some hotels don’t only offer yoga retreats but also mindfulness trainings. Read on to find out how they look like and where it’s possible to take part in one: 

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