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Shanti-Som is a small adults-only wellness retreat with two properties - one in the hills above Marbella in southern Spain, and one in the Algarve countryside, Portugal.

We're not a hotel with a spa attached. Guests come on a program: yoga, pilates, detox, relaxation or one of the others, with meals, daily classes and treatments included, in a place deliberately kept small and quiet.

Both offer the same twice-daily practice, the same small groups and the same unhurried pace. The difference is the setting.

Marbella sits in the hills of the Sierra de las Nieves, forty-five minutes from Málaga - mountain quiet, pine and olive, and an outdoor pavilion looking down the valley. There are just15 rooms so it's extremely private and secluded. We are 20 minutes to trendy down town Marbella if you are seeking some trendy shops, beach club and restaurant vibes.

The Algarve Set in the peaceful countryside of the Eastern Algarve, near the village of Moncarapacho and just 20 minutes from Faro Airport, Shanti-Som Algarve offers a tranquil escape surrounded by four hectares of private farmland, orange orchards and olive trees. Housed within a beautifully restored 19th-century Portuguese farmhouse, the retreat combines authentic Algarve charm with contemporary comfort, while the nearby coastline and Ria Formosa make it easy to explore the natural beauty of the region. With 22 intimate rooms, Shanti-Som Algarve offers a deliberately personal and unhurried setting for rest, wellbeing and reconnection

Both properties are open year-round.

Winter is mild, quiet and often the loveliest time to come - genuinely warm afternoons with sunshine while northern Europe is grey, and a stillness the busier months don't have. A fireplace at both locations keeps you cosy and warm as nights cool down.

Ofrecemos una variedad de retiros adaptados a tus necesidades y preferencias. Si buscas relajación y alivio del estrés diario, nuestro Retiro de Relajación ofrece un escape tranquilo. Si prefieres movimiento moderado y rejuvenecimiento, nuestros Retiros de Yoga y Pilates son perfectos para despejar tu mente y reconectar con tu cuerpo.

Si tienes objetivos de salud específicos, nuestro Retiro Detox restablecerá tu cuerpo con una dieta de zumos y caldos cuidadosamente diseñada. Mientras tanto, el Retiro de Pérdida de Peso se centra en enseñar hábitos alimenticios saludables y sostenibles para mantener un peso óptimo.

El Retiro de Sanación de Shanti-Som está dirigido a quienes buscan sanación física y liberación emocional.

Todos nuestros programas incluyen actividades específicas adaptadas a las necesidades del huésped, e incluyen sesiones de Yoga, Meditación y Spa para una sanación restauradora.

Todos los programas de retiro incluyen alojamiento, nutrición en régimen de pensión completa, una consulta personalizada de bienestar, actividades grupales diarias y una selección de tratamientos según el programa elegido.

Por supuesto. Muchos de nuestros huéspedes vienen solos y encuentran el entorno perfecto para la reflexión personal y la renovación. Nuestro ambiente íntimo facilita conectar con otros o disfrutar de una soledad tranquila.

Aunque recomendamos reservar un programa de retiro estructurado, también puedes crear una estancia a medida combinando tratamientos individuales, actividades y relajación a tu propio ritmo.

Absolutely! At Shanti-Som we aim to be as flexible as possible to meet individual wellness goals.

Guests are welcome to share a room while following their own individual programme. Please note that an additional surcharge applies for each extra person sharing a room.

In Marbella, rooms accommodate a maximum of two guests. In the Algarve, we also offer the option for up to three guests to share a room.

Requerimos una estancia mínima de 3 noches para la mayoría de los programas de retiro. Esto garantiza que tengas tiempo suficiente para beneficiarte plenamente de tu experiencia de bienestar personalizada.

Food is an important part of your stay at Shanti-Som. All meals are included as part of your stay, and they are built to support energy, digestion, gut health and satiety. We use fresh seasonal ingredients- and you won't find anything fried, oily or processed.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free are all catered for at no extra cost, and we handle allergies carefully. Just tell us on your booking form.

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Our Retreat is recommended only for adults (18+) to maintain guest privacy and a peaceful environment for relaxing.

You don’t need to be fit or experienced to visit Shanti Som. Our programs are designed for all levels, with classes taught in small groups and adapted to suit each individual. Many of our guests are complete beginners, whether they are trying yoga, meditation or other wellness activities for the first time.

We welcome guests of all ages. Our aim is to help people live their best life at every stage, and our experienced team can adjust movement and activities to suit different abilities, fitness levels and individual needs.

The majority of our guests travel solo, often looking for a chance to completely reset, step away from their usual routine and dedicate some time to themselves. While many come alone, the welcoming environment at Shanti Som makes it easy to connect with others and enjoy the experience at your own pace.

Both properties are open year-round. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable, summer is hot and our high season, and winter is mild, quiet and often the loveliest - warm sunny afternoons while northern Europe is grey.