Fodor's Expert Review Blue Osa Yoga Retreat & Spa

Brilliant blue sky, sparkling blue sea, and bright blue decor make this upscale, beachfront eco-resort and yoga center a true blue heaven, for a rather rarefied price. Light and airy rooms with Eastern design elements accommodate two or three comfortably. Ocean-view rooms, while a bit pricier, are the breeziest, and there's a third-floor penthouse for one to four guests, with the best views and most privacy. The property successfully—and sustainably—blends nature and architecture to create the perfect environment for yoga, or for simply basking in tropical beauty. The focus is on yoga—independent practice, group classes, retreats, or even a week with your own private yoga instructor; however, you don't have to be a yoga enthusiast to enjoy the serenity and positive vibes of this retreat. Wellness is another priority, with a number of spa treatments, and meals heavy on local produce and fish. There's a lap pool tucked away in the exquisitely landscaped grounds, as well as an inviting beach on the Golfo Dulce. For a change of pace, there are exciting tour options from waterfall rappelling to surfing and rain forest hikes.