Set against the breathtaking landscape of the majestic Arenal Volcano, the restaurant at The Vessyl Experience, stands as a celebration of craftsmanship, culture, and conscious design.
We integrate ancestral cooking methods and traditional nutritional principles with modern food science, approaching each ingredient with curiosity and respect. We work with local producers and indigenous foods, honoring the story of the soil, the culture, and the hands that cultivate it.
We combine traditional Maleku techniques, such as nixtamalization, with contemporary approaches, offering a menu that celebrates Costa Rican cuisine alongside modern interpretations.
The Vessyl Experience offers 13 thoughtfully curated villas and accommodations, each with its own distinct character. Surrounded by lush forest, wildlife, and expansive views, every space invites a deep sense of peace and connection to nature. Guests may choose from villas with direct views of the iconic Arenal Volcano, secluded forest retreats, refined mountain cabins, or elevated tents and lodges integrated into the hillside. All intentionally positioned to ensure privacy and serenity.
United by a design philosophy rooted in place, each accommodation incorporates locally sourced and indigenous materials, handcrafted details, and native woods. The result is a refined yet authentic experience that allows guests to truly reconnect with the essence of Costa Rica.
- By car: Enjoy a scenic 3-hour drive through breathtaking landscapes, pause in Los Ángeles de San Ramón for a freshly brewed coffee, then continue on to Altos de Monterrey.
- By plane: Take a 30-minute domestic flight with Sansa Airlines from Juan Santamaría International Airport to El Tanque – La Fortuna. Flights are
available daily. From there, the property is a 20-minute drive; transportation can be arranged upon prior request, and Uber is also available.
- By car: A 2.5-hour drive from Costa Ricaʼs seaside to the forests of the Arenal Volcano.
- By plane: A 20-minute flight with Sansa Airlines from Liberia to El Tanque – La Fortuna is also available, though with limited frequency; check sansa.com for schedules.
Direct flgihts available from Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orlando, Fort
Lauderdale, Chicago, Dallas, Atlanta and more.
Guided spatial-audio sessions
Breathwork
Sound Baths
Evening performances on a vibro acoustic floating floor
Sweat Lodge
Restorative Showers
Plunge Pool, moving as a sequence
Outdoor Yoga
Guided Meditation
Bird Watching
Stargazing across 118 acres of rainforest
Anyone craving dep restoration and expanded awareness, not just another yoga retreat. It's for travelers who seek depth, beauty, and cultural connection, ready to connect with oneself, others, and nature through immersive sound, breathwork, and movement beneath the Arenal Volcano.