During my stay at the Alaya Retreat centre, I had a wonderful time, especially during the sunrise yoga sessions on the roof. The yoga instructor was very accommodating and flexible, making adjustments to the schedule and practice to suit our requests. The horses at the centre were beautiful, and it was an amazing experience to meditate alongside such wise animals. I felt safe, energized, and empowered throughout my stay. One of the unique features of the centre was the lovely pool area, where I could relax and read my book while also having the option to visit the bar. On my first night, I tried the local Cava, which was comparable to a glass of great champagne. The vineyards surrounding the centre were vibrant and green, adding to the immersive experience of being surrounded by nature. They also sell lovely reiki candles in the reception area, made by the same person who collected me from the airport. The centre feels like a real community of great healers. Although I had little experience with Reiki, I was fortunate enough to have two practitioners - one at my head and one at my feet - which I am still feeling the benefits of three weeks later. The chefs at the centre did a marvelous job with the food, and every meal was a beautiful spread of wholesome and delicious food. The herbs used in the dishes were collected from the garden, and the flavors were out of this world. I particularly enjoyed the soups. Ellen and her team have truly built a beautiful wellness centre, and I highly recommend visiting it.
My stay at the Alaya Retreat center was absolutely fantastic. The highlight of my visit was the sunrise yoga session on the rooftop, which was incredibly enjoyable. The yoga instructor was very accommodating and made adjustments to the schedule and practice based on our requests. Meditating alongside the majestic horses was a magical experience, and I felt safe, energized, and empowered. Additionally, the option to lounge by the pool and visit the bar added an unusual and exciting dimension to the center.On the first night, I tried the local Cava, which was comparable to a glass of excellent champagne. The vineyards surrounding the center were a vibrant green and enhanced the feeling of being immersed in nature. The reception area sold lovely reiki candles made by the same person who picked me up from the airport, adding to the sense of community among the staff and healers.I was fortunate enough to have not one but two Reiki practitioners during my visit, one at my feet and another at my head. I had little experience with Reiki before, but the benefits were apparent and have stayed with me even three weeks later.The food at the center was delicious and expertly prepared by the talented chefs. Each meal was a feast for the eyes and the senses, with a variety of wholesome, healthy, and flavorful options. The herbs used in the dishes were sourced from the center's own garden.Overall, Ellen and her team have created a truly remarkable wellness center, and I highly recommend a visit.
My stay at Alaya Retreat centre was truly wonderful. The highlight for me was participating in sunrise yoga on the roof, which was a truly amazing experience. The yoga instructor was very accommodating, and adjusted the schedule and practice to meet our requests. I also had the pleasure of meditating alongside beautiful horses, which was a magical and memorable experience. Throughout my stay, I felt safe, energized, and empowered.One thing that made the centre stand out was the lovely pool where I spent time reading my book and enjoying a drink from the bar. On my first night, I tried the local Cava and found it to be comparable to a great glass of champagne. The vineyards surrounding the centre were vibrant green, which added to the feeling of being immersed in nature.The reception area sells lovely Reiki candles that are made by the same person who collected me from the airport. The centre has a real sense of community with great healers. During my stay, I had the opportunity to experience Reiki for the first time, and was lucky enough to have two practitioners - one at my feet and one at my head. Even weeks later, I still feel the benefits of this experience.The chefs did a marvellous job with the food. Every meal was a picturesque spread of wholesome, healthy, and delicious dishes. The flavours were out of this world, and I especially loved the soups which were made with herbs collected from the garden.Overall, Ellen and her team have built a truly beautiful wellness centre, and I highly recommend that you visit.
My friend and I recently visited Alaya for an extended weekend and we couldn't have chosen a more perfect retreat. Ellen, Evo, and the entire team were exceptionally friendly, hospitable, and welcoming, making us feel like we were part of their family. Our daily yoga and meditation classes with Celeste were incredibly relaxing, and we also enjoyed rejuvenating reiki sessions with the horses. Spending hours lounging and reading in the sun by the pool was a real treat. The meals served at Alaya were not only delicious, but also nutritious and healthy, leaving us feeling revitalized. The property is surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, perfect for evening strolls. The house and rooms were beautifully refurbished and immaculately clean. The only suggestion we have is to bring mosquito spray to protect yourself. To get to the house, we took a train from Barca to Vilafranca and then a taxi (about 20 minutes from the station). We can't wait to return! Thank you, Ellen, for a wonderful experience. Best regards, Alice xx
My friend and I recently stayed at Alaya for a long weekend and it turned out to be the perfect retreat. The team, including Ellen, Evo, and others, were incredibly warm, friendly, and welcoming which made us feel like a part of their family. We enjoyed daily yoga and meditation classes with Celeste that left us feeling relaxed, and also had reiki sessions with the horses. We spent hours lounging by the pool, basking in the sun, and reading. The food was absolutely delicious, and after several days of nutritious and tasty meals, I felt great. The house and rooms were beautifully renovated, spotlessly clean, and the property is surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills that make for wonderful evening walks. The only recommendation I have is to bring mosquito spray to avoid bites. To get there, we took the train from Barca to Vilafranca and then a taxi to the house, which took about 20 minutes from the station. We're definitely coming back and would like to extend our gratitude to Ellen. Regards, Alice xx
