A Personalized Experience
We welcome you with an elbow bump, a namaste, or in what has become a new Ranch ritual—crossing our arms and patting our own shoulders “abrazos!”.
The Casitas
Dwell in beauty and privacy in one of our 86 casitas tucked away in luxuriant grounds. Each has a distinct personality and architectural flair.
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4,000 Acres
Rancho La Puerta’s 4,000 acres include 40 miles of hiking trails, 32 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, an organic farm, and La Cocina Que Canta cooking school.
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The Spa
Our four health and beauty centers will be your your balanced mind/body/spirit experience for the week, each staffed by skilled estheticians and therapists.
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Ranch Activities
Challenge your body in fitness classes. Trek majestic mountain trails. Learn the latest in health, psychology, science, culture and cuisine.
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THE SPA
A Place Of Healing
Beautiful possibilities await. Our four health and beauty centers will be your sanctuaries for the week, each staffed by skilled estheticians and therapists who have been widely trained…and often cross-trained in several disciplines. Our treatments use aromatic and medicinal herbs and other healing plants grown in our organic gardens at Tres Estrellas. Their purity and freshness is a source of great pride at Rancho La Puerta. Some see our treatments as pure pleasure, but in truth they are also a valuable and therapeutic part of your balanced mind/body/spirit experience at the Ranch.
Cleanse, Relax, Energize, Restore
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Rancho La Puerta has always been a great value and remains so today while being consistently named one of the top destination spas in the world by readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel+Leisure magazine.
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FOUNDER’S STORY
The Szekely Family and the History of the Ranch
Origins of the Ranch – Family-owned and operated since 1940
Since the beginning our motto has been Siempre Mejor! — the Professor’s favorite greeting, delivered in his booming voice. “Always Better!” still guides us every day: Rancho La Puerta has been recognized around the world since the 1950s as the progenitor of the modern fitness resort and spa movement, and has been lauded by every major travel awards program.
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Seeing (Infra)Red
Traditional saunas originated during Neolithic times and have existed around the world for over 10,000 years. They’ve come a long way from being simple fire pits dug into the ground and enclosed with animal skin, but never lost their purpose as places of cleansing, healing, relaxing, bonding, and promoting overall wellness. Rancho La Puerta has three traditional saunas on property, as well as two infrared saunas.
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Floating our way to fitness during Aqua Board class. We offer over 20 aqua classes weekly, including Shallow Water Workouts, Swim Stroke Clinics, water Jogging, Aqua Board, and more. 🌊💪
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Sunday vibes. Who else is ready for downtime?
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“Teaching Cadillac Pilates is like being a Stone Mason. It`s about honoring where you are, starting with a foundation, and then building and developing on that. You learn a little initially, like gently lifting your arms and keeping your shoulders down. We`re building on the basics and learning the movement. Once your body and mind feel supported and understand what`s going on we move on to bowing chin to your chest. It`s a progression of simple muscle movements.
This is like the platinum experience of exercise. It represents the best of the best. It`s not aggressive. It`s gentle. You`re connecting to your body. and it can be more active while keeping grace and gentleness with it." Instructor Renee Kay.
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Foxglove flowers line the walkway, their graceful blooms adding a touch of wild elegance to the path past pickleball courts and to the main lounge.
This nose rubs for you. Happy Mother`s Day. To celebrate this special day, we`re sending a nose rub and a big virtual hug to all the amazing moms out there. #HappyMothersDay #ThankYouMom #MomLove #VirtualHug #NoseRubsForMom
What can make your morning perfect? a true Mexican classic…Breakfast Burritos with plant based chorizo. Link to blog through profile link.
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Sound Healing: the musical equivalent of a warm hug. With all that relaxation it’s easy to drift into an afternoon nap. If you snore you may feel a gentle wiggle on your elbow or shoulder from your neighbor to wake you up and bring you back to the moment. #rancholapuerta #relaxationstation #soundhealing #crystalbowls #tingshas
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds! Rancho La Puerta`s Culinary Week is fast approaching; July 22-29, 2023. Join us for a delicious week of cooking classes, tastings, and delight in dishes that showcase Mexico`s rich cultural heritage and traditions. Celebrate with farm-to-table cuisine and culinary techniques while surrounded by the natural beauty of Rancho La Puerta. Join us for a gastronomic journey you`ll savor.
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Enjoy a well-being experience that leaves your skin shimmering with luminosity and suppleness. The Ranch`s Warm Stone Deep-Moisture Facia offers smoothing, anti-aging, and long-lasting hydration from a warm stone facial massage featuring organics that literally make wrinkles and expression lines fade away…along with all your cares and http://stress.Link to Blog through the profile.
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Singer Songwriter Mary Gauthier will be performing with us at The Rancho La Puerta Folk Festival, June 17- 24.
Can you share– in your opinion– what makes music a good medium for holding multiple emotions at once, grief and love, joy and pain?
"Well, music and song are a bridge to the ineffable. The best of them are timeless; they are a language in and of themselves, a mother tongue of emotion that everybody knows because we feel it. The experience of music and song (at their highest level) is visceral. It happens in the viscera, the solar plexus, it’s felt more than thought. They can go to the very core of who we are, and hit us at the deepest places, places that cannot be accessed directly with language." -Mary Gauthier.
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🍹 Cheers to a refreshing and healthy day! 🌞🍊🌿 Our Citrus Mocktail is the perfect way to enjoy the bright flavors of fresh squeezed citrus and the natural sweetness of agave. And best of all, it`s alcohol-free, so you can feel great while you sip! Whether you`re lounging by the pool or enjoying a delicious meal, this mocktail is sure to brighten your day. Link through profile.🍹🌞 #RanchoLaPuerta #WellnessRetreat #HealthyLiving #Mocktail #Citrus #Cheers #HealthyStart #Agave #NaturalFlavors #cincodemayo
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
In celebration of those we call friends:
Friendships are a powerful force for good,
Their impact on our mental health cannot be understood,
With close bonds and support from those we trust,
We feel a sense of belonging, and our spirits are robust.
When life gets tough, and the road seems steep,
A friend`s listening ear can make the journey sweet,
They offer a hand to lift us up when we`re down,
And bring light to the darkest corners where we`ve been bound.
Studies show that social ties bring peace,
To those who share a laugh, a joke, or even grief,
Our well-being is improved, and our lives enhanced,
And we find ourselves smiling at the simplest chance.
So cherish the friendships that you hold dear.
They are a precious gift that will always be near,
For in their embrace, you will find comfort and joy,
And the magic of friendship will forever be your buoy.
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¡Feliz 101 Cumpleaños, Deborah! Your dedication to wellness and your passion for helping others live their best lives has inspired countless individuals worldwide. We wish you continued health, happiness, and fulfillment on your special day. May your positivity and wisdom continue to inspire us.
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Art is an integral part of the experience at Rancho La Puerta, where guests are immersed in a natural and artistic environment that inspires creativity and mindfulness. From the stunning landscape to the diverse and vibrant art collection, the Ranch provides a unique setting for guests to explore their own artistic expression and connect with the transformative power of art.
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What a transformative week! Thank you, Mona Polacca and Austin G. Nunez for leading us in talking circles, water blessings, and one-on-one sessions. Mona, a founding member of the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers, and Austin, a member of the Wa:k Community, brought their ancestral wisdom to guide us towards a deeper connection with ourselves, our community, and the earth.
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Barry Kerzin is a physician and Buddhist monk based in Dharamsala, India. He serves as the personal physician to the 14th Dalai Lama and teaches meditation and compassion practices worldwide. What is meditation?
"Meditation is a way to train the mind to be healthier and happier, which is a widely accepted understanding. There are two types of meditation. The first is concentration-focused, also known as shamatha. In this type of meditation, we choose an object and try to maintain focus on it. The second type of meditation is analytic or contemplative. Here, we have a prescribed topic like kindness, forgiveness, gratitude, love, compassion, wisdom, change, or impermanence."
What is meditation not?
Anything harmful to oneself or others is not considered meditation. Similarly, anything that is not rooted in love and compassion is harmful. Wisdom involves recognizing that the ego we identify with is false and finding out who we truly are. The path of wisdom leads us toward deeper love and compassion as we become less self-centered and more open to others. In meditation, we must practice love, compassion, and wisdom and avoid practices that do not align with these principles. Link to Blog through profile.
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Meet Charlene Jarrett, the Guest Services Operations Manager for Rancho La Puerta. With her twentieth year at The Ranch and her playful wit and dedication to her team, she’s a joy to work with.
Where’s your favorite place at The Ranch?
"My favorite place is the hammocks near the Villas Health Center. I can lay there under the trees watching them sway in the breeze and my cares melt away. That’s my favorite place."
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Welcome to the Villas Cielo Experience, where relaxation and luxury come together to give you the vacation of your dreams!
Get ready to enjoy your own private casita, complete with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and magnificent artwork that will take your breath away. And that`s not all - step outside onto your secluded garden patio, where you`ll find a saltwater dipping pool, outdoor shower, and hammock - the perfect spot to soak up the sun and unwind.
Need a little extra space? Choose between a fully-equipped office space, an additional bedroom, or a fitness wall, where you can work up a sweat with state-of-the-art equipment.
But we know that true relaxation isn`t just about physical comfort - that`s why we`re offering you a 90-minute treatment called Un Pedacito de Cielo, or A Little Piece of Heaven. And as a special treat, we`re giving you a $150 spa credit to use towards any spa service of your choice (excluding holistic therapies).
With access to all of our fitness, spa, pools, hot tubs, and recreational facilities, you`ll never run out of things to do. And with additional amenities that will make your stay even more enjoyable, the Villas Cielo Experience truly has it all. So come and join us - we can`t wait to make your relax-acation unforgettable.
Get ready to be captivated by the incredible lineup of musicians at the Rancho La Puerta Folk Music Festival, including Mary Gauthier, Chris Pierce, Kyshona, Steve Poltz, Phoebe Hunt, Jaimee Harris, Alex Wong, and Amber Rubarth, with the talented Matt Andrews as recording engineer and Carissa Stolting as co-producer. This retreat will take you on a journey of inspiring melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Don`t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience June 17 - 24. Link through the profile.
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Happy Earth Day! Rancho La Puerta has been dedicated to sustainability and practicing minimal impact on the environment since 1940. Some of our sustainability initiatives include our dedication to renewable energy, our 6-acre organic farm, water conservation, and eco-friendly buildings sourcing local materials. Join us for one of our morning hikes and explore our 4,000-acre preserve.
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