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Now I’m even more concerned about the validity of this “retreat”. The initial response to my review was edited from a verbose justifying blaming tirade to a smooth calm “spiritual” response. Please, please prayerfully consider attending.
*********Edit after the response: my review was not meant as a criticism of the retreat but simply to help you decide if this is meant for you. And after I was able to accept what is, I had some very profound realizations. It may cost you thousands of dollars, as it did me, and I simply wanted to be of service. I am disappointed by the intense, reactive justification response. Go in peace.
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Please take a moment to right-size your expectations before booking. If you’re new to meditation and yoga, this retreat may feel supportive and accessible. If you’re more experienced in either practice, you may find it less aligned with your expectations.
The yoga offered was Hatha style — slow, gentle, and meditative — which I personally enjoyed.
The meditation, however, was not what I’m accustomed to. I’m used to 2–3 structured teachings per day followed by silent practice with gentle guidance. In this retreat, the meditation sessions felt less instructional and more like observing the teacher’s personal practice. For someone seeking deeper teachings or interactive guidance, this may feel limiting.
Senda Loto is located within the luxurious Senda Watapuy resort, and the setting and food were truly superb. The meditation studio itself was beautiful and provided many hours of quiet space for personal practice.
For me, this became more of a luxury vacation with ample opportunity to practice the meditation skills I already had. It also offered an unexpected opportunity to work with unmet expectations and return to the present moment.
This quote encouraged and settled my thinking mind.
Challenges are here to awaken you, and even if you're awakening, life continuously gives you challenges and then the awakening accelerates and deepens. Use whatever challenge comes into your life as a kind of fuel for the flame of consciousness.” — Eckhart Tolle
Acabo de regresar de un retiro de yoga y meditación en la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, donde viví un espacio de profunda tranquilidad, con la armonía de la naturaleza y las comodidades del hotel. Fue una experiencia transformadora que me permitió conectar de manera auténtica conmigo misma y con el entorno mágico de la sierra
Gracias infinitas a María Teresa, nuestra profesora de yoga y meditación, por guiarnos con amor, presencia y profesionalismo. Cada práctica fue diferente, cuidadosamente diseñada y llena de intención, regalándonos experiencias diarias profundamente nutritivas y especiales. Una felicitación a ella y a este espacio de amor 🧡
Had such an amazing experience with Pema and the guests at the meditation retreat. The location was perfect for a semi silent retreat with some places to meditate by the river, a small hike, or around the property. The food was amazing each day on the property. Would recommend 10/10.
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2026.01.19
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience. It brings me great joy to hear that you had an amazing time with Pema and the rest of the group. And I am glad you found the riverside spots and the property trails conducive to your practice during the semi-silent retreat. We take great pride in our kitchen, I will be sure to pass your compliments along to the team regarding the food. We look forward to welcoming you back to our retreat in the future.
Kindly, Sonam
Kindly, Sonam
Best place on earth to heal, train your mind, connect with the most powerful territory, la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta (Sacred , espiritual territory ).
The hotel it’s amazing, restaurant (delicious) everything is perfecto in this place! 🥰🥰🥰
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2026.01.19
Thank you for your beautiful words about your time here Ana. It is truly an honor to hear that you found this to be the best place to heal and train your mind as someone traveling around the world doing mind training all the time. Your appreciation means a lot to our entire team. May the peace and connection you found here stays with you until we meet again <3
Amazing place and experience! Days for nurture body and mind, to be quiet and connect with the environment (Which is fabolous, really close to tayrona park)
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2026.01.19
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It is wonderful to know that your stay provided the space you needed to nurture both your body and mind. And yes - We are very lucky to be situated in the magical Tayrona area, and I am glad you were able to enjoy the quiet and connect with this magical environment. We look forward to having you with us again for more days of peace and connection.
Kindly, Sonam
Kindly, Sonam
Having done a meditation retreat at the Guatape location a few years back, I found myself in between projects and saw they have a new location in Santa Marta so I booked there. Turns out this is the new location for all their retreats, so for anyone who is wondering **it takes place only in Santa Marta**. Which is awesome because I preferred the space here out of the two locations but it was the same format of yoga and meditation to deepen your practice. The amenities you have access to are yoga space, meditation space, pool, river, tons of nature, and the food was outstanding. Highly recommend booking if you have the chance!
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2026.01.19
Thank you for your loyalty and for sharing your perspective on our new location. It is wonderful to welcome back someone who practiced with us in Guatape.
I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed the transition to Santa Marta and that the amenities, from the yoga space to the river and pool, enhanced your stay. We believe the energy of the nature here is quite special for deepening a meditation practice, and I am glad the outstanding food and familiar format met your expectations.
Thank you for clarifying for others that our journey has found its home here in the Sierra Nevada. We look forward to seeing you again when you find yourself in between projects.
Kindly, Sonam
I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed the transition to Santa Marta and that the amenities, from the yoga space to the river and pool, enhanced your stay. We believe the energy of the nature here is quite special for deepening a meditation practice, and I am glad the outstanding food and familiar format met your expectations.
Thank you for clarifying for others that our journey has found its home here in the Sierra Nevada. We look forward to seeing you again when you find yourself in between projects.
Kindly, Sonam
If even a tiny part of you is considering this retreat, just go, there’s a reason you came across it— maybe it’s cliche to call something life changing but it’s the truth, this place changed my life. I visited the casa de loto location first and it was so gorgeous and soul-healing, I couldn’t imagine the new location could be even more magical but somehow it is! Pema is such a special being with beautiful teachings, the other teachers including Camila are also be beautiful healers, the natural beauty is unmatched, we saw titi monkeys! And the food, wow, I words really don’t reach. I am just filled with awed gratitude for the opportunity and can’t wait to go back.
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2025.05.27
Chrys thank you very much for your Review. Looking forward to seeing you again 🙏🏼🌞
I had the opportunity to study chakras and their role in our bodies, practice incredible breathing techniques, and learn about both walking and sitting meditation. Additionally, I was privileged to have one-on-one sessions with our teacher, and we participated in question-and-answer sessions following each lesson. To make the most of your experience, detach yourself from any judgments, keep an open mind, and trust the process. I assure you that you will gain something wonderful from this experience, and I encourage you to continue the practice once you return to your hometown.
Eine super Erfahrung und auch gerade fur Anfänger die wahrscheinlich beste Option um eine super Basis für Yoga und Meditation zu schaffen.
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2024.09.17
Peter thanks for your review and we are happy that our new mindfulness meditation and yoga retreat fulfills its purpose to help beginners :) Saludos
Such a beautiful experience to connect to your body and the nature around you. Mel’s yoga classes and Marco’s food is some of the best i’ve had and the energy of the team can be felt as soon as you arrive. I am so grateful for the whole experience. Definitely recommend.
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2024.09.13
Thanks you Emadi. It was wonderful to have you here. All the best on your bath.
Had an amazing week at La Casa de Loto with Pema and the team. Beautiful location, amazing yoga and food and insightful meditation classes. The retreat strikes a good balance of silence, meditation and group activities without being too prescriptive or authoritarian. The perfect antidote to modern life 🙏✨️
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2024.09.17
Thanks for your review Martin. We are glad you enjoyed our Buddhist retreat and hope you keep practicing. All the best on your path
It would be enough just to go for the serenity provided by the grounds, the delicious meals, and the plentiful time for introspection and disconnecting from the rest of the world for a moment. That said, the instruction was also superb and I really grew in my meditation and yoga practice while here. The small group size also made things much more personal and our yoga group was able to progress quickly into more advanced exercises. Wonderful week, could not have been any better.
Reply from La Casa de Loto
2024.09.17
Thanks so much Patrick, we are happy you enjoyed our Buddhist retreat and wish all the best on your path. Hope to see you again. Saludos
