Spiritual and Yoga Retreats in the U.S.

The Esalen Institute in Big Sur offers visitors 120 acres surrounded by ocean and mountains with hot mineral springs and a gorgeous location for relaxation, meditation, and other activities.

The Lodge is open 23 hours a day and includes a dining room, outdoor deck, sun room, and kitchen.

There are typically several workshops a week to select from, including communication retreats, Tai Chi, mindfulness, yoga retreats, meditation, spiritual workshops, and more. If you are looking for a unique yoga retreat in California, this is a beautiful place to visit.

Three meals are served daily, made with fresh produce as well as fresh fruit and other snacks on hand all day long.

When you register for a workshop, you can select among several accommodations, including standard rooms with shared bathrooms, premium rooms with upgraded bathrooms and privacy and internet or ocean views, Point Houses for private suites with living rooms, bedrooms, full kitchens, private decks, and dining areas, Bunk Bed Rooms, and various sleeping bag accommodations in meeting rooms. The Esalen Institute is one of the most popular spiritual retreats in California and on the West Coast.

55000 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, Phone: 831-250-1022

The Omega Institute in Rhinebeck is an educational retreat center with workshops, natural food and beautiful surroundings. Every day, there are multiple open classes and scheduled workshops, including topics such as meditation, yoga retreats, movement, and Tai Chi.

There is a store on campus as well as access to the Ram Dass Library, and the Omega Wellness Center for life coaching, massage, shamanic healing, acupuncture, and more for over 45 services in total.

Guests can swim or boat at Long Pond Lake, play tennis or basketball, walk along the trails of the 250-acre campus, relax in the Sauna or Sanctuary, and enjoy a sample workshop, film, or concert at night.

Meals are eaten as a community in the Dining Hall with communal tables and hearty, organic, mostly vegetarian dishes. You can select among various accommodations including camping sites that include shared baths, deluxe private cabins, or shared cabins.

The rooms are designed for relaxation and disconnecting, hence there are no televisions or phones, but you can find pay phones and Wi-Fi throughout the campus. The Omega Institute offers some of the best meditation retreats in New York state.

150 Lake Drive, Rhinebeck, NY 12572, Phone: 877-944-2002

Drala Mountain Center (formerly Shambhala Mountain Center) covers 600 acres of mountain valleys and natural beauty in the Colorado Rockies, perfect for those in search of a spiritual retreat.

Drala Mountain Center is designed to work with weekend or week-long getaways, either self-created or as a part of a scheduled program.

There are over 100 programs throughout the year, including wisdom, teachings, contemplative arts, body awareness, and mindful living. The land is also home to 8 miles of trails for hiking, meditation, Great Stupa tours, Kami shrine tours, and other classes.

Three daily meals are included with all rooms and group rentals made with natural, healthy ingredients with accommodations for special dietary needs.

Choose from five different types of rooms in the lodge, two options with tents, a seasonal dorm, and a Red Feather double to select from.

All rooms have relaxing sitting areas and basic amenities, although tent lodging does not include the bedding.

151 Shambhala Way,, Red Feather Lakes, CO 80545, Phone: 888-788-7221

Kripalu in the Berkshires offers yoga retreats for individuals as well as training classes to learn more about yoga, healthy living, and other areas of professional development.

The campus spans 150 acres in a holistic environment with a lakefront beach, labyrinth, trails, and hilltop views.

You can choose to attend residential professional training for yoga or Ayurveda. There are also dozens of programs to choose from, such as hiking and yoga, mindful eating, integrative weight loss, detoxing for healing and health, creating a resilient life, and more.

Some programs are designed for professionals, while others such as yoga and hiking are ideal for anyone.

There are several programs for visitors with cancer or Parkinson's.

Other facilities on site include the bookstore, cafe, sauna, whirlpool, fitness center, meditation rooms, classrooms, and healing arts center.

Guests can go for walks through the trails, explore the beachfront lake, or enjoy tea and great conversation with other like-minded people.

57 Interlaken Road, Stockbridge, MA 01262, Phone: 866-200-5203

The Feathered Pipe Ranch in Montana is run by the Feathered Pipe Foundation and offers the ability to go on a personal retreat to relax and connect with nature and discover yourself.

There are a range of scheduled retreats as well as personal retreats to choose from, each of which includes lodging that is either private or shared.

Choose from tepees, yurts, and tents as well as luxurious rooms in the chalet style. All accommodations give you access to the hot tub, sauna, bathhouse, and grounds. Visitors can also schedule massage or bodywork, go horseback riding, or shop at the Shanti Boutique for meditation, chakra, yoga, and mantra-related items.

Other activities include hiking along the numerous trails, exploring lakes, enjoying water activities like swimming and canoeing, and going on an afternoon excursion to a nearby destination such as local markets and cathedrals.

Organized retreats cover all themes, such as yoga, nutrition, Ayurveda, and more. Meals are included in the cost of any stay. If you are looking for unique spiritual retreats in Montana, this is a beautiful place to visit. The cost depends on the length and type of retreat.

2409 Bear Creek Rd, Helena, MT 59624, Phone: 406-442-8196

When you book an All-Inclusive Package at The Lodge at Woodloch, you are in for a special treat at your wellness getaway in the Poconos. The wellness packages include lavish accommodation in one of the 57 guestrooms, all of which boast private verandahs where you and embrace nature and the beautiful surroundings. The Spa is a true sanctuary for mind and body, featuring Hydro Massage Water Walls, Himalayan Salt Sauna and an activity pool with wonderful natural views. Guests can partake in as many or as few activities as they like and enjoy fabulous spa treatments tailored to their requirements. Three course dinners are included for each night of your stay.

109 River Birch Lane, Hawley, PA 18428, 570 685 8000

As the largest retreat center in Hawaii, Kalani is popular among those who wish to explore yoga in a natural and adventurous environment on 120 acres of accommodations, organic agriculture, and preserved heritage.

Kalani is designed to help guests get away from everything, offering simple lodging without phones or television, instead offering original art and access to all facilities.

There are daily classes for all interests, including 12 yoga styles, Lauhala weaving, hula, tai chi, dancing, meditation, and bodywork as well as life skills classes. Facilities at Kalani include a small gym, a whirlpool, a sauna, and a pool, all surrounded by a tropical jungle that ensures the campus is the ideal temperature at all times. There are also various massage rooms and multiple activity spaces, including a ceremonial lodge. You can also visit the gift shop, relax in the lounge, or play volleyball.

Hale Aloha provides sandwiches, salads, snacks, ice cream, drinks, Wi-Fi, and a gift shop, or you can eat a full casual meal on the Lanai (veranda). The buffet-style meals include tropical produce, fresh caught fish, and vegetarian options.

The price includes use of Kalani's facilities (pool, hot tub and sauna) but does not include meals.

12-6860 Kalapana-Kapoho Road, Pahoa, HI 96778, Phone: 800-800-6886

Insight Meditation Society holds the honor of being one of the first meditation retreat centers in the Western world and continues to give visitors guidance on Buddhist meditation through retreats.

There are 240 acres of secluded woods surrounding the Forest Refuge and Retreat Center, with the first offering programs for experienced meditators while the second has courses of all levels and durations.

There are three dorms at the Retreat Center with single rooms containing a closet, chair, and sink and shared bathrooms, while the Forest Refuge offers similar accommodations.

At the Retreat Center, there are meditation instructors offering daily guidance and instruction to help with compassion and awareness, as well as individual and group interviews with teachers.

Retreats there can last between a weekend and three months, while those at the Forest Refuge must be at least a week. There are also work and meditation retreats available.

Three vegetarian meals are included each day during every retreat with the ability to accommodate food allergies.

1230 Pleasant Street, Barre, Massachusetts 01005, Phone: 978-355-4378

Retreat in the Pines is a peaceful, women's retreat in Mineola, opened in October of 2004 as a relaxing gathering space for women of all ages to get away in a beautiful forested setting. The company offers a variety of all-inclusive retreats for individuals and small groups, with financial assistance available for participants on a budget. Yoga and meditation retreats emphasize principles of exercise and wellness, open to students of all ability levels. Participants can bond over complimentary wine and non-alcoholic beverages served with dinner each night and continue the conversation in shared bedrooms within the retreat's facility. All meals are prepared from scratch, with coffee, tea, juice, and coconut and whole milk served daily.

431 Co Rd 2487, Mineola, TX 75773, Phone: 469-867-0766