Shanti-Som Wellbeing Retreat
Malaga, Spain
Overview
When to go
What we love
- Shanti-Som’s charitable project Ashiana, which means ‘safe haven’ and actively supports other local charities, working in the community development in Marbella
- Relax in the lounge with a healthy juice or herbal tea - complete with library, fireplace for cooler evenings and comfortable Balinese armchairs
- The feeling of being on a relaxed retreat where you can practice yoga, pilates and meditation daily
Who should go
- Perfect for an easy to get to short break for a healthy reset on a physical, mental and emotional level
- Those looking for an intimate, friendly and nurturing environment
- Those who want to improve their fitness with their movement of choice (yoga, pilates, personal training)
Offers
- Bring a friend offer:
- - Invite a friend for free - The guest coming for free will enjoy complimentary accommodation and the Relaxation Retreat
- - min stay 4 nights, valid for stays until March 25 (except 24 December - 04 January)
- Exclusive Benefits:
- - 1 Free group activity (min stay 5 nights) - choice of group hike, yoga, Pilates, sound healing, breathwork
- - 10% discount on extra spa treatments
- - Early check in (subject to availability at the time of arrival)
- For repeat clients who stayed at Shanti Som with Wellbeing Escapes in the past: Free one way airport transfer OR Spa treatment (60 minutes, choice of Deep tissue, Hot stone, Relaxation and Reflexology (min stay 5 nights)
Wellness
Atmosphere at Shanti-Som is intimate, creating a welcoming space for anyone who needs to recharge and rejuvenate. Shanti means inner peace and this is exactly what retreat will try to restore. Their principles are inspired by traditional Balinese philosophies. They offer variety of retreat programmes with a specific focus on Yoga, Pilates (mix of mat and Reformer), Detox (juicing), Weightloss or Healing (for emotional release). If you don't want to do a specific retreat you can stay on 'Relaxation retreat' which gives you a daily access to yoga and meditation class, the rest is up to you.
The spa area is small and treatments available include massages, scrubs, facials, wraps, manicures and pedicures. There are also energy healing therapies such as Reiki, harmonium healing, soul reading for the spiritually inclined. You can also book a session with nutritionist. If you fancy a private session with teacher you can book yoga, Pilates reformer, breathwork, PT, Tai Chi or shiatsu.
Facilities include outdoor pool (heated in cooler months), sauna, steam room, treatment rooms, yoga shala, reformer Pilates machine and a small gym. There are also hiking tracks when you step out.
Shanti Som Wellbeing Retreat has a little shop where you can buy skin care products, organic teas, organic chocolates, jewellery.
- Deep tissue massage
- Shiatsu
- Hot stone
- Lymphatic drainage
- Seaweed body wrap
- Oriental foot therapy
Activities
- Hiking
- Yoga and meditation
- Swimming pool
- Small gym
- Visit upmarket marina of Puerto Banus or have a beach day. Taxi to Marbella is about € 35 per way
- Take your fitness to new heights with an excursion up Marbella’s famous La Concha Mountain
Typical Group Classes
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Meditation
- Guided hike
- Stretching
- Fit Ball
- Core workout
- Circuit
* Some classes are free of charge but the yoga and pilates are chargeable.
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
Small and boutique, Shanti-Som Wellbeing Retreat has only 15 bedrooms in total, divided into 4 room categories. The rooms don’t have numbers but unique names like Passion, Kindness, Knowledge and Joy. Rooms are modern yet simple with marble bathrooms, fine linen and TV. They have private balconies or terraces where you can relax and take in the views (some are facing gardens and some mountains). Rooms were refurbished in 2022.
Standard rooms are 13 SqM with a garden view and a private terrace.
They have either a king-size bed or can be converted into a twin room.
They have marble en-suite bathrooms, bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Facilities include air conditioning, flat screen TV, toiletries and a safe.
They have either a king-size bed or can be converted into a twin room.
They have marble en-suite bathrooms, bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Facilities include air conditioning, flat screen TV, toiletries and a safe.
Shanti suites are 27 SqM and have a large living room
They are located on Lower Ground floor with minimal natural light and have no views.
Although lacking a private terrace, junior suite has a direct garden access.
They have marble en-suite bathrooms, bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Facilities include air conditioning, flat screen TV, toiletries and a safe.
They have either a king-size bed or can be converted into a twin room. There is also a walk in closet.
Bathrooms have bathtubs with shower and you will find bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.
Facilities include air conditioning, flat screen TV, toiletries and a safe.
What’s on the menu
Shanti som Wellbeing Retreat does serve alcohol on the premises (wine and beer) however retreat's focus is on juices and teas.
Location
Beaches and shops of Marbella are easily reachable by taxi in 20-30 minutes.
Nearest airport
The transfer time from Malaga airport is 45 minutes by car.
There are plenty of daily flights from most UK airports and flight time is 3 hours.
Families, Children & Infants
Due to a nature of this retreat, kids are not allowed. Min age to attend a retreat is 16 years.Reviews
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