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The 9 Best Yoga Retreats in Thailand

 Thailand remains one of the most popular countries for yoga retreats. Yoga practitioners come to the beautiful country to immerse themselves in its rich culture, world-renowned beaches, and sprawling jungles.

Retreats are considerably inexpensive compared to other countries, but still very much luxurious. Whether you’re looking to relax and take the time to decompress or take an exciting vacation in a tropical destination – Thailand has hundreds of retreats to choose from. You’ve come to the right place to find the perfect yoga retreat for you.

We have made it a point to choose yoga and wellness retreats in different parts of Thailand. Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui and Koh Phangan are top spots for visitors to explore the country. Each location offers its own unique charm, whether you have been longing for beachfront resorts, countryside escapes, or jungle sanctuaries. Check out our list of the 9 Best Yoga Retreats in Thailand.



1. Suryamuni Healing Center

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Find your inner peace and a deeper connection with God at Suryamuni Healing Center. They hold multiple budget-friendly retreats throughout the year, which include Spiritual Healing, Chakra Balance, Karma Clearance, Detox, and Yoga. Your spiritual journey is the main focus at Suryamuni, and throughout your 3-day program here you will take part in a personal healing session and prayer or Mantra Puja.

Hosted in the Sawai Home Resort, you will have access to their beachfront facilities and their yoga Shala. The Suryamuni Healing Center is a short walk from the villas, with each room offering guests a private balcony and terrace to enjoy the ocean breeze. The resort is in Lipa Noi beach, located in the western coast of Koh Samui. You will find peace and serenity here, as it is relatively undisturbed with few resorts and bars in the area. It is one of the most beautiful places to stay on the island, known for its powdery white sand and sunset views.

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Learn More About Suryamuni Healing Center:

Price: From $259
Includes: Private room, breakfast and dinner, cooking class, Thai massage, personal healing session
Location: Koh Samui
Duration: 3 Days/ 2 Nights


2. Yoga School Thailand

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Sometimes the best way to hone stillness is to practice in the midst of distractions. Yoga School Thailand offers retreats in the heart of Thailand’s very capital, Bangkok. They have set out to create an escape within the business of the city – giving you the chance to take a break without traveling far. Their retreat center is near Lumpini Park, a sprawling green space with a lake, playgrounds, and even roaming monitor lizards! You will spend time both at the part and at the center during your retreat.

Throughout the 3 day yoga program, you will take part in various yoga classes (evening, morning, sunset, AND sunrise!), as well as morning meditation sessions. Yogis will get the chance to practice Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, and Yin Yoga. Not only do you immerse yourself in yoga during your retreat, there is an allocated time for the group to explore important landmarks in Bangkok with a guide.

Learn More About Yoga School Thailand:

Price: From $334
Includes: Private room, 3 daily meals, daily yoga and meditation classes, group excursion
Location: Bangkok
Duration: 3 Days/2 Nights


3. CC’s Hideaway

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Yoga meets adventure on this exciting retreat in Phuket. CC’s makes customizable retreats, that lets you choose from different programs and schedules each day. They offer 2 types of programs daily, which are interchangeable depending on the activities you would like to do. From trekking, kayaking, hot springs, cultural heritage tours, to beach visits – you are able to choose one or all of them throughout your 5 day retreat. Each program integrates 1 to 2 yoga classes daily, where you get to practice either in studio or on the beach. One of the day options even includes yoga philosophy and yoga fundamentals for those interested in diving deeper into their practice.

This is one of our favorite retreat options on our list. Not only do they offer a range of activities that allows you to explore Phuket, but you always end your day with a sunset yoga session. Hosted in CC’s Hideaway, you will be at the hills of Kata overlooking the Andaman Sea. Kata Noi, Kata, and Karon beaches are nearby, offering guests all of natures beauty within reach.

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Learn More About CC’s Retreat:

Price: From $618
Includes: Private room, 2 daily yoga classes, 3 daily meals, transportation, cooking class, group excursions/activities, sound healing, massages
Location: Phuket
Duration: 5 Days/4 Nights


4. Suan Sati

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The Suan Sati Yoga Retreat is located in Chiang Mai, amidst rice fields and mountains as far as the eye can see. The mission of the Suan Sati yoga school is to meet every practitioner where they are in their practice, and to support what each yogi aims to get out of their yoga journey. It is a place that accepts students from all walks of life, and serves as a guide to self-fulfillment.

The eco-friendly retreat is in the countryside of Chiang Mai, offering serenity to yogis and guests who arrive. Newly renovated in 2019, it features mud brick buildings, bungalows, and a wooden Shala reminiscent of a Thai temple. The 5 acre farm is a beautiful place to reconnect and rewind during your retreat, offering all you need to fully immerse yourself for 6 days.

Learn More About Suan Sati:

Price: From $265
Includes: Shared dorm, 3 daily buffet meals, workshops, 2 daily yoga and meditation sessions
Location: Chiang Mai
Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights


5. Vikasa Yoga

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Vikasa is back on our list of the best yoga retreats in Thailand. It started with the mission to holistically transform individuals through the practice of yoga. Vikasa means spiritual growth and conscious evolution, and you will find exactly that during your 7 day retreat here. Their program offers daily yoga and meditation classes, coupled with excursions such as snorkeling, hikes, and temple visits.

The renowned yoga retreat is held in their beautiful cliffside resort with modern amenities and scenic rooms that truly take you to paradise. Guests have the pleasure of practicing in their Shalas overlooking the ocean or on their private beach. Not only do students immerse themselves in the beauty of the island, but they get to connect with their yoga practice.

Learn More About Vikasa:

Price: From $919
Includes: Private room, unlimited yoga classes, meditation classes, brunch and dinner buffet, access to Vikasa facilities, group excursions/activities
Location: Koh Samui
Duration: 7 Days/6 Nights


6. One Yoga

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One Yoga holds an 8 day retreat that is perfect for yogis looking for a program focused on meditation. You will build a healthy foundation for meditation, as well as a consistent yoga practice. Get ready to work on yourself all day and night during the One Yoga retreat. Their schedule alternates meditation and yoga from 6:30am until 7:45pm. Daily self-practice and silent meditation ensure that you work on consciously applying techniques you are taught throughout the retreat.

You have the option to book your own accommodation, but One Yoga has their own private beachfront resort in the island of Koh Phangan you can stay in. They offer shared rooms and private bungalows, with the latter overlooking the ocean.

Learn More About One Yoga:

Price: From $299
Includes: Shared room, daily yoga and meditation classes
Location: Koh Phangan
Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights


7. The Source

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For those that prefer the jungle over sandy beaches, The Source is the perfect place to take your yoga retreat. On the foot of Khao Ra mountain in Koh Phangan, you will find a secluded sanctuary that offers peace and tranquility. It is one of the most beautiful spots you can find. The Source seeks to integrate modern yoga and Shaiva Tantra yoga. They have built a community of yogis from all walks of life, coming together to share their lives in the jungle of Thailand. Each room at The Source has a scenic mountain or sea view, with perched bungalows that offer panoramic sunset views. Their facilities are nuzzled within trees and nature, and their breathtaking Shala sits atop a hill for the perfect scene.

During your 8 day retreat at The Source, you will fully integrate yourself in everything yoga. Think of it as a condensed yoga teacher training. Yoga classes, meditation, posture practice, and yoga philosophy are all included in the package and your daily program.

Learn More About The Source:

Price: From $370
Includes: Shared room, daily breakfast and dinner, daily yoga and meditation classes, group excursions/activities
Location: Koh Phangan
Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights


8. Hilltop Wellness Resort

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Similar to CC’s Retreats, Hilltop Wellness Resort offers flexible retreats that allow you to customize your day-to-day activities. Over 2 weeks, you can choose from sets of programs that integrate daily yoga classes and activities around Phuket. Daily programs are sorted into “Active” and “Relaxed” activities, which allows you to get the most out of your time here. With the Hilltop Retreat, you will be able to enjoy down time while getting your adventure fix.

The Hilltop Wellness Resort is located on the hills overlooking Phang Nga Bay and Phuket. This lends itself perfectly to your daily sunrise yoga class, taken on the top deck of the resort. Each room has a panoramic view of Phuket town, and is a modern space that feels like paradise.

Learn More About Hilltop Wellness Resort:

Price: From $2,231
Includes: Private room, daily yoga and weekly meditation classes, transportation, group excursions/activities, 3 daily meals
Location: Phuket
Duration: 15 Days/14 Nights


9. Visit Natural Detox Resort

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We’re ending our list with a month-long retreat at Visit Nature Detox Resort. If you’re looking for 29 days of fitness and reconnection with your body, this is the place to go. A wide variety of yoga classes, fitness sessions, and outdoor activities are all a part of your daily schedule. Mornings are filled with movement such as sunrise hikes, cycling or swims – before heading into your first yoga class. Throughout the day you can immerse yourself in local temples or excursions in the vibrant Koh Samui – ending the day with a more intensive fitness class such as HIIT.

Like many yoga retreats on this list, the resort is located in the popular Koh Samui. The nearby Lamai beach, where many of the activities and fitness classes will be held, offers white sands amidst a lush backdrop of palm trees. You will also find markets and local shops along the coast, making this resort a beautiful destination for exploring all the island has to offer.

Learn More About Visit Natural Detox Resort:

Price: From $1,818
Includes: Private room, daily fitness and yoga classes, transportation
Location: Koh Samui
Duration: 29 Days/28 Nights

About Ysabel

Ysabel loves a good hot yoga class, so you can find her in any humid room above 85 degrees. She took her All Yoga 200-hour Ashtanga YTT in 2016 in Thailand to deepen her practice and share her passion with those around her. Before that, she completed her 200-hour hot yoga TT in Manila.

Now based in LA, Ysabel spends most of her time with her dog, Berkley. Driven by her love of the arts, adventure, fitness, and of course, wine, she writes to express her thoughts and passions that her introverted self refuses to communicate through the literal word of mouth.

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