Surf and Yoga Retreat Center in Nicaragua
Your All-Inclusive Retreat Venue on the Pacific Coast
Still Salty Escape is a private, oceanfront retreat venue for rent on Nicaragua's uncrowded northern Pacific coast.
Our property is built for retreat leaders who want to bring their group and leave the logistics to us. Whether you teach yoga, coach surf, or lead wellness and women's retreats, our all-inclusive property gives you a barefoot-luxury home base with consistent warm-water waves, an open-air yoga shala, farm-to-table meals, and an on-site team that runs everything behind the scenes.
Not sure Nicaragua is on your radar yet?
That's exactly why your guests will love it. You get everything hosts flock to Costa Rica and Bali for — Pacific surf, tropical warmth, lush nature, and healthy food — on a quieter, more affordable, more genuinely off-the-map stretch of coastline.
Why Host Your Retreat in Nicaragua?
Nicaragua is the destination experienced retreat leaders are quietly switching to. The waves are just as consistent as Costa Rica's — but the lineups are empty, the prices are lower, and the coastline still feels undiscovered. For your guests, it's the trip that feels like a real escape, not a stop on the tourist trail.
Uncrowded, consistent surf for every level, steps from the property
Warm water year-round — no wetsuits, long surfable days
Lower cost than Costa Rica or Mexico, so your retreat margins go further
Reachable from North America — roughly 3–4 hours from Managua International Airport (MGA), with airport transfers arranged for you
A story your guests can't get anywhere else — the destination becomes part of your retreat's draw
The Venue: Everything Your Retreat Needs, Under One Roof
Our oceanfront property blends laid-back luxury with tropical charm and comfortably hosts small-to-medium groups.
Sleeps up to 24 guests across four private cabañas (two rooms each)
Open-air yoga shala with ocean breezes — set up for daily practice, workshops, and sound
Private pool, oversized hammocks, and lush gardens for downtime between sessions
Chef-prepared, plant-based meals sourced from our organic farm and local growers
Steps from the beach and the break — no shuttles to surf
On-site team handling meals, housekeeping, surf guiding, and day-to-day operations
The Rooms: Comfortable, Breezy, Steps from the Ocean
Guests rest in four private cabañas, each thoughtfully designed with natural materials, ocean breezes, and that barefoot-luxury feel.
All four cabañas share the exact same size and layout, so no one feels shortchanged — every upstairs room is identical, and every downstairs room is identical. With eight rooms total, the property flexes to fit your group, from shared setups that keep retreats affordable to semi-private and private configurations for those who want a little more space.
Every cabaña is the same — identical size and layout, so room assignments are fair and easy
Upstairs rooms are all alike; downstairs rooms are all alike
Views of the ocean, the garden, or both, depending on the room
Eight rooms total, up to 24 guests — shared, semi-private, or private configurations
Every room just steps from the pool, the shala, and the beach
Fully Turnkey Retreat Center — You Lead, We Handle the Rest
When you rent Still Salty Escape, you get an exclusive-use buyout of the entire property.
You focus on your guests and your programming; we take care of accommodation, chef-prepared meals, surf coaching and board rental, airport transfers, and daily operations.
It's the difference between hosting a retreat and running a hotel. You bring the group, and we make you look great.
Included In Your Venue Rental
Exclusive use of the full property (private buyout)
All accommodation and farm-to-table meals
Yoga shala setup and communal spaces
Surf coaching, guiding, and board rental
Airport transfers and on-the-ground logistics
A local team supporting your retreat from arrival to departure
Who Rents Still Salty Escape
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![Yoga teacher adjusting a student in child's pose during a class in the open-air oceanfront yoga shala at Still Salty Escape in Nicaragua]()
Yoga Teachers
Yoga teachers hosting signature or seasonal retreats
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![Surfer standing on the beach holding a board at sunset, looking out at uncrowded waves at Still Salty Escape in Nicaragua]()
Surf Coaches
Surf coaches and surf-yoga hosts wanting empty waves for their group.
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![Yoga teacher adjusting a student lying on her back in savasana with a sound bowl on her stomach in the open-air oceanfront shala at Still Salty Escape in Nicaragua]()
Wellness Groups
Wellness, women's-circle, and breathwork facilitators seeking a private, nourishing setting.
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![Outdoor wedding reception at Still Salty Escape in Nicaragua with tables set for dinner, tropical flowers, and a driftwood wedding arch overlooking the ocean]()
Weddings
Couples and wedding parties celebrating with an intimate, oceanfront destination wedding or elopement.
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![Group of friends laughing together in the tropical pool at Still Salty Escape in Nicaragua]()
Brands & Communities
Small brands and communities planning an offsite, creator trip, or member retreat.
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![Girl relaxing in a giant hammock overlooking the Pacific Ocean and uncrowded waves at sunset at Still Salty Escape in Nicaragua]()
Individual Travelers
Individual travelers booking a room for a laid-back surf, yoga, and beach getaway
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Retreat leaders book Still Salty Escape as a full-property, exclusive-use buyout so your group has the venue entirely to yourselves.
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Up to 24 guests across four cabañas, making it ideal for small-to-medium retreats.
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Not at all. The property is about 3–4 hours from Managua International Airport (MGA), and we arrange airport transfers as part of your rental.
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Accommodation, chef-prepared plant-based meals, use of the yoga shala and pool, surf coaching and board rental, airport transfers, and a full on-site team.
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Warm water and surfable waves run year-round. Tell us your target dates and group size and we'll confirm availability and seasonal conditions.
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No. First-time hosts run successful retreats here because our team handles the operational side while you focus on your practice and your people.
Property Features & Amenities
1800 sqft Yoga shala
Meditation shala
Massage shalas
Private tropical pool
Oceanfront, two-acre property
Edible organic garden
Giant hammock overlooking sunset
Air conditioning
Walking distance to surf breaks
Recycled gray water system
Solar power system
Hammocks
Hot water showers
Community dining
Outdoor showers
Unlimited Wifi
Onsite management
Smoothie & sweet treat bar
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A Retreat Center Loved by Retreat Leaders and Their Guests
"The yoga shala is a peaceful haven, perfect for deep practice and surrounded by nature's beauty. The pool is a dream to cool off in, and there are plenty of hammocks to lounge in. And the views? Absolutely breathtaking, sunsets that light up the sky and stars that feel endless. If you're looking for a place to truly unwind, connect, and recharge, this is it."
— Emmy, Retreat Host
"Wow… just wow! Still Salty is an absolute gem. From the moment we arrived, we felt at home and immediately settled in for our week-long yoga retreat. Amazing food, always fresh and always enough. Beautiful yoga space with a view of the ocean. The property is incredibly well taken care of, the gardens are beautiful. The staff were top notch, Rafa and the team truly love what they do, and their passion for Still Salty and Nicaragua is evident."
— Fiona, Retreat Guest
"I had one of the most healing and incredible weeks of my life at SSE. The setting is serene, and the additional activities, surf lessons, boat tour, cooking class, salsa class, were incredible. The food is fresh and healthy, the rooms are comfortable with a natural vibe, and the ability to connect with nature, stars, ocean, jungle, is such a unique and special thing. Highly recommend, and I hope to return soon!"
— Maret, Retreat Guest
Ready to host your retreat somewhere your guests will never forget?
Tell us your dates and group size, and we'll send availability, rates, and a custom plan for your Nicaragua retreat.